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As we stand on the threshold of a new year, it’s only natural to reflect on the past and anticipate the possibilities that lie ahead. New Year’s Day is not just a date on the calendar but a symbolic dawn, offering us a chance to start anew, set fresh goals, and embrace the promises of a hopeful future.
Bible Verses For New Year’s Day
In times of celebration and transition, many turn to the timeless wisdom found within the pages of the Bible for guidance, encouragement, and reflection. This compilation of Bible verses for New Year’s Day aims to inspire and resonate with those seeking a spiritual perspective as they embark on the journey of another year. From seeking guidance to embracing hope, let these verses serve as beacons of light, providing solace and strength as we step into the unknown of the coming days.
Seeking Guidance
1. Proverbs 3:5-6
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.”
2. Psalm 119:105
“Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.”
3. Jeremiah 29:11
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.”
4. James 1:5
“If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him.”
5. Proverbs 16:3
“Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established.”
6. Psalm 37:4
“Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.”
7. Isaiah 30:21
“And your ears shall hear a word behind you, saying, ‘This is the way, walk in it,’ when you turn to the right or when you turn to the left.”
8. Ephesians 5:15-16
“Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time because the days are evil.”
9. Proverbs 19:21
“Many are the plans in the mind of a man, but it is the purpose of the Lord that will stand.”
10. Colossians 3:23-24
“Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward. You are serving the Lord Christ.”
Renewal and Reflection
11. 2 Corinthians 5:17
“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.”
12. Isaiah 43:18-19
“Remember not the former things, nor consider the things of old. Behold, I am doing a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it? I will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert.”
13. Romans 12:2
“Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.”
14. Lamentations 3:22-23
“The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.”
15. Psalm 51:10
“Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me.”
16. Ephesians 4:22-24
“To put off your old self, which belongs to your former manner of life and is corrupt through deceitful desires, and to be renewed in the spirit of your minds, and to put on the new self, created after the likeness of God in true righteousness and holiness.”
17. 2 Corinthians 4:16
“So we do not lose heart. Though our outer self is wasting away, our inner self is being renewed day by day.”
18. Colossians 3:10
“Put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge after the image of its creator.”
19. Revelation 21:5
“And he who was seated on the throne said, ‘Behold, I am making all things new.’ Also, he said, ‘Write this down, for these words are trustworthy and true.'”
20. Psalm 90:12
“So teach us to number our days that we may get a heart of wisdom.”
Embracing Hope
21. Romans 15:13
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.”
22. Psalm 39:7
“And now, O Lord, for what do I wait? My hope is in you.”
23. Hebrews 10:23
“Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for he who promised is faithful.”
24. Jeremiah 17:7
“Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, whose trust is the Lord.”
25. Psalm 71:14
“But I will hope continually and will praise you yet more and more.”
26. Romans 5:5
“And hope does not put us to shame because God’s love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who has been given to us.”
27. Isaiah 40:31
“But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.”
28. 1 Peter 1:3
“Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! According to his great mercy, he has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.”
29. Psalm 33:22
Let your steadfast love, O Lord, be upon us, even as we hope in you.”
30. Proverbs 24:14
“Know that wisdom is such to your soul; if you find it, there will be a future, and your hope will not be cut off.”
Faith and Resolution
31. Hebrews 11:1
“Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.”
32. Philippians 4:13
“I can do all things through him who strengthens me.”
33. Joshua 1:9
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”
34. Isaiah 40:29
“He gives power to the faint, and to him who has no might, he increases strength.”
35. 2 Timothy 1:7
“For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.”
36. Psalm 27:1
“The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?”
37. Mark 11:24
“Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.”
38. 1 Corinthians 16:13
“Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong.”
39. Ephesians 3:20
“Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us.”
40. Psalm 37:5
“Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him, and he will act.”
God’s Promises
41. 2 Peter 1:4
“By which he has granted to us his precious and very great promises, so that through them you may become partakers of the divine nature, having escaped from the corruption that is in the world because of sinful desire.”
42. Isaiah 41:10
“Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
43. Psalm 145:13
“Your kingdom is an everlasting kingdom, and your dominion endures throughout all generations. The Lord is faithful in all his words and kind in all his works.”
44. Numbers 23:19
“God is not man, that he should lie, or a son of man, that he should change his mind. Has he said, and will he not do it? Or has he spoken, and will he not fulfill it?”
45. 1 Corinthians 1:9
“God is faithful, by whom you were called into the fellowship of his Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.”
46. Deuteronomy 31:6
“Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or be in dread of them, for it is the Lord your God who goes with you. He will not leave you or forsake you.”
47. Psalm 34:17-18
“When the righteous cry for help, the Lord hears and delivers them out of all their troubles. The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.”
48. Romans 8:28
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”
49. Isaiah 43:2
“When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you; when you walk through fire you shall not be burned, and the flame shall not consume you.”
50. Psalm 23:1
“The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.”
Prayerful Beginnings
51. Philippians 4:6-7
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
52. Matthew 6:6
“But when you pray, go into your room and shut the door and pray to your Father who is in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you.”
53. James 5:16
“Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working.”
54. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
“Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.”
55. Jeremiah 29:12
“Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will hear you.”
56. Luke 11:9
“And I tell you, ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you.”
57. Mark 11:24
“Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.”
58. Ephesians 6:18
“Praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end, keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints.”
59. Colossians 4:2
“Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving.”
60. 1 John 5:14
“And this is the confidence that we have toward him, that if we ask anything according to his will he hears us.”
Conclusion
As we conclude this exploration of Bible verses for New Year’s Day, may these sacred words continue to echo in our hearts throughout the year. In the tapestry of life, each verse weaves a thread of guidance, hope, and faith, encouraging us to navigate the unknown with trust in a higher purpose. As we face challenges and celebrate victories, let the wisdom encapsulated in these verses be a constant companion, offering solace in moments of uncertainty and a beacon of light in times of darkness.
May the timeless truths found in the Bible inspire a year filled with growth, resilience, and an unwavering connection to the divine. As the calendar turns, let these verses be a source of strength, a reminder of God’s promises, and a guide for a purposeful and fulfilling journey in the days ahead.
