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God’s Plan for a NEW YOU 🌟✨


We’re wrapping up the Octave of Christmas today, still basking in the glow of the Nativity. The Church keeps celebrating the birth of our Savior throughout this joyful season—right through the Feast of the Holy Family yesterday and onward toward Epiphany. God invites us to embrace renewal amid the lights, carols, and wonder of Christ’s coming.

This Christmas tide isn’t just about looking back—it’s about God birthing something new in you as we step toward the new year. The manger reminds us: the old has passed; behold, the new has come!

“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.”
— Isaiah 43:18-19 (ESV)

And in Christ, this promise becomes deeply personal:

“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.”
— 2 Corinthians 5:17 (ESV)

During this season of incarnation, God declares, “Behold, I am making all things new.” (Revelation 21:5 ESV). Jesus entered our world as a baby to make us new. Are you ready to perceive the fresh start He’s bringing?

🚫 The Enemies of New

Even in this festive time, these can still block God’s renewal:

  • FEAR 😟
    The unknown of “what’s next” after hardship can paralyze us. Yet the angels’ message rings true this Christmas: “Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people.” (Luke 2:10 ESV). And “For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.” (2 Timothy 1:7 ESV).
  • DISOBEDIENCE 🙅‍♂️
    Lingering resistance to God’s gentle leading hinders new growth. In this season of humble obedience (Mary’s “yes” at the Annunciation echoes here), Scripture urges: “Today, if you hear his voice, do not harden your hearts.” (Hebrews 4:7 ESV).
  • COMPARISON 👀
    Scrolling through others’ “perfect” holiday moments steals our joy. Your journey is unique—crafted by the One who came for you. Don’t let comparison dim the light of Christ’s coming.

Action Step 📝

Right now, in the warmth of this Christmas season, take a moment. Ask the Holy Spirit:
What new thing is God birthing in me as we move from Christmas toward the new year?
Where do fear, disobedience, or comparison still linger, clouding His voice?
Jot them on paper. Then, like the shepherds hurrying to the manger, bring them to Jesus in prayer. Release them at the foot of the cross—and receive His peace.

🤝 The Friends of New

These heart postures welcome God’s fresh work, especially now:

  • COMMUNITY 👥❤️
    Just as shepherds and Magi gathered around the manger, we thrive in fellowship. “And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together…” (Hebrews 10:24-25 ESV). Lean into your church family this season—share testimonies of God’s faithfulness.
  • HUMILITY 🙇‍♂️
    The King of kings came as a vulnerable baby. Humility opens the door to grace. “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.” (James 4:6 ESV). Like Mary pondering in her heart, approach God with open hands.
  • READINESS 🏃‍♂️
    Stay watchful and expectant! The wise men were ready to follow the star. “Behold, I am doing a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it?” (Isaiah 43:19 ESV). As we near Epiphany, position your heart for His leading in the days ahead.

Let’s Pray 🙏

Heavenly Father,

Thank You for sending Your Son as a baby in Bethlehem—bringing light into our darkness and hope into our weariness. In this beautiful Christmas season, after times of isolation and struggle, we celebrate that You are doing a new thing in us.

Forgive where fear, disobedience, or comparison have blocked Your voice. Help us name these enemies today and surrender them fully. Replace them with community that encourages, humility that receives Your grace, and readiness to follow where You lead.

Open our eyes—like the shepherds and Magi—to perceive the new paths You’re carving in our wilderness. Make us true new creations in Christ, where the old has gone and the new has come. Fill us with the joy of Your incarnation and the power of Your Spirit.

As we carry the wonder of Christmas forward, transform us for Your glory and our good in the year ahead.

In the precious name of Jesus, our newborn King, Amen.


What “new thing” is God stirring in your heart this Christmas season? Drop it in the comments—I’d love to pray with you! 💬🙌



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