The heart of man plans his way,
but the Lord establishes his steps.Proverbs 16:9 ESV
There’s a false narrative ringing throughout our culture.
We’re told that we can muster up strength in ourselves, attract love, and use the power of positive thinking to bring wealth, health, and happiness to our souls. But believing these lies only leads to disappointment, defeat, and despair.
The truth is: our humanity is broken.
I’ve lived long enough to realize that I am nothing––and I can do nothing––apart from Christ. Thankfully, I don’t have to face one day alone or rely on my own resources. God is with me, and He will help me make it through whatever comes my way.
As we embark on the journey through 31,536,000 seconds this new year, I’ve compiled a list of biblical affirmations to help us face any situation that arises. There may be fear, discouragement, disappointment, uncertainty, weariness, and insecurity. But we can focus on who our God is, what He’s doing, and what He will do for us. Surely, we will overcome with Him.
Here are 16 Biblical Affirmations to stand on in this New Year:
He is My Strength
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. ~ Isaiah 40:31 ESV
He is My Hope
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. ~ Romans 15:13 ESV
He is My Love
See what kind of love the Father has given to us, that we should be called children of God; and so we are. The reason why the world does not know us is that it did not know him. ~ 1 John 3:1 ESV
He is My Mercy
The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. ~ Lamentations 3:22-23 ESV
He is My Answer to Fear
When I am afraid, I put my trust in you. ~ Psalm 56:3 ESV
He is My Courage
“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.” ~ Joshua 1:9 ESV
He is My Guide
I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my eye upon you. ~ Psalm 32:8 ESV
He is My Help
My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth. ~ Psalm 121:2 ESV
He is My Peace
You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you, because he trusts in you. ~ Isaiah 26:3 ESV
He is My Healing
And he went throughout all Galilee, teaching in their synagogues and proclaiming the gospel of the kingdom and healing every disease and every affliction among the people. ~ Matthew 4:23 ESV
He is My Comfort
The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit. ~ Psalm 34:18 ESV
He is My Power
But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me. For the sake of Christ, then, I am content with weaknesses, insults, hardships, persecutions, and calamities. For when I am weak, then I am strong. ~ 2 Corinthians 12:9-10 ESV
He is My Protection
Though I walk in the midst of trouble, you preserve my life; you stretch out your hand against the wrath of my enemies, and your right hand delivers me. ~ Psalm 138:7 ESV
He is My Light
Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” ~ John 8:12 ESV
He is My Provider
And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus. ~ Philippians 4:19 ESV
He is My Rest
“Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.” ~ Matthew 11:28-30 ESV
Dear Lord, we do not know what circumstances we will face in the next 365 days. What we do know is that we cannot––nor do we want to––handle them without You. Please supply every need. We trust You to carry us through. Thank You for answering our prayer. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
This is an updated edition of a post originally published on Leaving a Well
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