As we bid farewell to the old year and welcome the new one, it’s a time filled with hopes, dreams, and resolutions. We yearn for a fresh start, seeking guidance and inspiration to make the most of the opportunities that lie ahead.
In this blog post, we turn to the timeless wisdom of the Bible to find encouragement, direction, and a deeper connection with our faith as we venture into the new year.
New Year’s Bible Verses
These guiding Bible verses will empower us to navigate challenges, pursue our goals with purpose, and remind us of God’s promises. Let’s embark on this transformative journey together, embracing the new year with faith and an open heart.
Inspirational Bible Verses for the New Year
1. Joshua 1:9
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”
2. Isaiah 43:19
“See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.”
3. Philippians 3:13-14
“Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.”
4. Psalm 65:11
“You crown the year with your bounty; your wagon tracks overflow with abundance.”
5. Jeremiah 29:11
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
6. Proverbs 16:3
“Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.”
7. Psalm 90:12
“So teach us to number our days that we may get a heart of wisdom.”
8. Ephesians 4:22-24
“You were taught, with regard to your former way of life, to put off your old self, which is being corrupted by its deceitful desires; to be made new in the attitude of your minds; and to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness.”
9. Romans 12:2
“Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.”
10. Isaiah 40:31
“But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.”
Encouraging Scripture for a Fresh Start in the New Year
11. Lamentations 3:22-23
“Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.”
12. 2 Corinthians 5:17
“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!”
13. Isaiah 43:18
“Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past.”
14. Psalm 51:10
“Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me.”
5. Ezekiel 36:26
“I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit in you; I will remove from you your heart of stone and give you a heart of flesh.”
16. 2 Peter 3:9
“The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance.”
17. Psalm 103:12
“As far as the east is from the west, so far has he removed our transgressions from us.”
18. Romans 8:1
“Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.”
19. Joel 2:25
“I will repay you for the years the locusts have eaten—the great locust and the young locust, the other locusts and the locust swarm—my great army that I sent among you.”
20. Revelation 21:5
“He who was seated on the throne said, ‘I am making everything new!’ Then he said, ‘Write this down, for these words are trustworthy and true.'”
New Year’s Resolutions and Bible Verses for Guidance
21. Psalm 119:105
“Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.”
22. Proverbs 16:9
“In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.”
23. 1 Corinthians 10:31
“So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.”
24. Philippians 4:13
“I can do all this through him who gives me strength.”
25. Matthew 6:33
“But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.”
26. James 4:17
“If anyone, then, knows the good they ought to do and doesn’t do it, it is sin for them.”
27. Colossians 3:23
“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters.”
28. Romans 12:1
“Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship.”
29. 1 Timothy 4:8
“For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come.”
30. Galatians 5:22-23
“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Against such things, there is no law.”
Reflecting on God’s Promises
31. Jeremiah 29:11
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
32. Psalm 145:13
“The Lord is trustworthy in all he promises and faithful in all he does.”
33. Isaiah 40:31
“But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.”
34. 2 Peter 1:4
“Through these he has given us his very great and precious promises, so that through them you may participate in the divine nature, having escaped the corruption in the world caused by evil desires.”
35. Hebrews 10:23
“Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful.”
36. 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.”
37. Joshua 23:14
“Now I am about to go the way of all the earth. You know with all your heart and soul that not one of all the good promises the Lord your God gave you has failed. Every promise has been fulfilled; not one has failed.”
38. Numbers 23:19
“God is not human, that he should lie, not a human being, that he should change his mind. Does he speak and then not act? Does he promise and not fulfill?”
39. 2 Corinthians 1:20
“For no matter how many promises God has made, they are ‘Yes’ in Christ. And so through him, the ‘Amen’ is spoken by us to the glory of God.”
40. Isaiah 55:11
“so is my word that goes out from my mouth: It will not return to me empty, but will accomplish what I desire and achieve the purpose for which I sent it.”
Bible Verses to Guide Your New Year
41. James 1:5
“If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.”
42. Proverbs 3:5-6
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”
43. Psalm 32:8
“I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you.”
44. Proverbs 16:16
“How much better to get wisdom than gold, to get insight rather than silver!”
45. Isaiah 30:21
“Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you, saying, ‘This is the way; walk in it.'”
46. Colossians 3:16
“Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts.”
47. Proverbs 2:6
“For the Lord gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding.”
48. Proverbs 4:7
“The beginning of wisdom is this: Get wisdom. Though it cost all you have, get understanding.”
49. Ecclesiastes 7:12
“Wisdom is a shelter as money is a shelter, but the advantage of knowledge is this: Wisdom preserves those who have it.”
50. Psalm 111:10
“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; all who follow his precepts have good understanding. To him belongs eternal praise.”
Finding Hope and Renewal
51. Isaiah 40:31
“But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.”
52. Romans 15:13
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.”
53. Lamentations 3:22-23
“Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.”
54. Psalm 51:10
“Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me.”
55. 2 Corinthians 4:16
“Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day.”
56. Psalm 23:3
“He restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.”
57. Isaiah 43:18-19
“Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.”
58. 2 Corinthians 5:17
“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!”
59. Psalm 121:7-8
“The Lord will keep you from all harm—he will watch over your life; the Lord will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore.”
60. Romans 12:2
“Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.”
Conclusion
As we conclude our exploration of these guiding Bible verses for the new year, we are reminded of the incredible source of wisdom and strength that God’s Word provides. By grounding ourselves in faith and seeking His guidance, we can approach the new year with confidence, purpose, and a renewed spirit.
Let us remember that the journey ahead may have its ups and downs, but with God’s promises as our foundation, we can overcome challenges, pursue our dreams, and grow in our relationship with Him.
May these verses serve as a constant reminder of His love, His guidance, and His unchanging presence in our lives. As we embrace the new year with faith, let us walk boldly into the future, trusting in God’s plan and seeking His will every step of the way.
