Letting the Lord's words wash over you during meaningful times throughout the year, whether it's a milestone birthday or a big graduation in the family, can be reassuring and comforting. Inspirational Bible verses can help mark these events as well as give you wisdom for what may come next. This is also the case as we approach the New Year. The week between Christmas Day and New Year's Eve is a time to reflect on the previous months and reconnect with God. New Year's bible verses in turn can help prompt these reflective moments and offer kindness towards yourself as you set your New Year's resolutions.
Scripture about new beginnings is always encouraging, as it gives you a fresh perspective as you enter a new phase in your life. God's everlasting long and protection will follow you every year, and these Bible verses will only serve as further reminders of this fact. And the beautiful part about entering a New Year is that everyone else in your community is also flipping over their calendars to January 1 at the same time. So you can share these Bible verses with your loved ones as you all set your personal goals.
The New Year brings a new chapter in your life — but know that God will always be a main character in the book.
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"Our temporary minor problems are producing an eternal stockpile of glory for us that is beyond all comparison. We don’t focus on the things that can be seen but on the things that can’t be seen. The things that can be seen don’t last, but the things that can’t be seen are eternal."
The Good News: Bad times always pass, and what awaits us in the future will always be more glorious than what we can imagine.
"May the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ be blessed! On account of his vast mercy, he has given us new birth. You have been born anew into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead."
The Good News: Thanks to Christ's sacrifice, we have the power to always start fresh without the burdens of our past to weigh us down.
"You crown the year with your goodness; your paths overflow with rich food."
The Good News: God always wants our future to be bright, and His intention is to surround us with abundance and blessing. Have faith in that intention as you go forth into this new year.
"Certainly the faithful love of the Lord hasn’t ended; certainly God’s compassion isn’t through! They are renewed every morning. Great is your faithfulness."
The Good News: God's love towards us is as certain as the arrival of a new day, and because He is unwavering even in the face of change, we can always rely on His mercy.
"But the Lord is the one who is marching before you! He is the one who will be with you! He won’t let you down. He won’t abandon you. So don’t be afraid or scared!"
The Good News: You don't have to fear the uncertainty of the future and what lies ahead. Have faith that God is always with you and will steer you in the right direction.
"Don’t remember the prior things; don’t ponder ancient history. Look! I’m doing a new thing; now it sprouts up; don’t you recognize it? I’m making a way in the desert, paths in the wilderness."
The Good News: It’s easy to get stuck in the past and be held back emotionally by what happened yesterday, but the only way to truly welcome a fresh start is to look forward, not back. Take a deep breath, envision the future that you want, and take that first step.
"Change the former way of life that was part of the person you once were, corrupted by deceitful desires. Instead, renew the thinking in your mind by the Spirit and clothe yourself with the new person created according to God’s image in justice and true holiness."
The Good News: None of us are free from sin, but that doesn’t mean we can’t begin anew, molding ourselves into the person we strive to be. Each new day, week, month, and year is a fresh opportunity to grow closer to Christ, as well as our true selves.
"I know the plans I have in mind for you, declares the Lord; they are plans for peace, not disaster, to give you a future filled with hope."
The Good News: When life weighs us down, it can be hard to see the forest through the trees. But take comfort in knowing that God always has a plan for us, and in time, we’ll begin to see what that is.
"Although your former state was ordinary, your future will be extraordinary."
The Good News: Keeping Christ close to our hearts isn’t always easy, but as we continue to journey through life, carrying his lessons with us will open us up to infinite new possibilities.
"I can endure all these things through the power of the one who gives me strength."
The Good News: Use this as your daily mantra, and remind yourself — even when you feel beaten down by the world — that you’re capable of far more than you think. With God in your corner, your inner strength is always magnified.
"Don’t be anxious about anything; rather, bring up all of your requests to God in your prayers and petitions, along with giving thanks."
The Good News: So much of our lives are spent worrying about what could happen, that we often lose sight of the here and now. As you head into the new year, give your anxiety up to God, and release yourself from chronic worry or fear.
"A peaceful mind gives life to the body, but jealousy rots the bones."
The Good News: The mind-body connection is strong, and allowing yourself to give in to envy and bitterness in relationships can have more of an impact than you realize. Release negative thoughts about others and feel your soul cleanse itself.
"I give you a new commandment: Love each other. Just as I have loved you, so you also must love each other. This is how everyone will know that you are my disciples, when you love each other.”
The Good News: It’s true what they say: When all else fails, love prevails. No matter what the months ahead may bring, make a promise to yourself to lead with love, and walk boldly into the new year.
“So then, if anyone is in Christ, that person is part of the new creation. The old things have gone away, and look, new things have arrived!”
The Good News: Out with the old, in with the new. Christ is here to lead us into a brand new year, where we can start fresh with a brand new, positive mindset.
"There is surely a future hope for you, and your hope will not be cut off."
The Good News: It doesn't matter how we finished off 2021 — 2022 and all future years to come are filled with hope, faith, and love from the Lord. We just need to believe.
"Sing to the Lord a new song because he has done wonderful things! His own strong hand and his own holy arm have won the victory!"
The Good News: While it's important to look forward to the exciting new things to come and our goals in 2022, don't forget to praise God for giving us the gift of life and the opportunity to thrive in this new year.
"People plan their path, but the Lord secures their steps."
The Good News: While we may think of big picture goals for 2022, God is already thinking how we're going to get there. He's two steps ahead of us at all times to make sure we do not fail.
"Trust in the Lord with all your heart; don’t rely on your own intelligence. Know him in all your paths, and he will keep your ways straight."
The Good News: We may think we have it all together, but at times we need to give it all up to God and trust on him to lead us to salvation. In times of trouble, God will lead us in the right direction. In times that we least expect it, he will send a message to put us on the right path.
"The prudent all act intelligently, but fools display their stupidity."
The Good News: Don't enter 2022 without a plan! Pray on your expectations, goals, and whatever you need to make this new year as fruitful as possible. You will be rewarded.
"Sing to the Lord a new song! Sing to the Lord, all the earth! Sing to the Lord! Bless his name! Share the news of his saving work every single day! Declare God’s glory among the nations; declare his wondrous works among all people."
The Good News: This year, spread your thankfulness of the Lord to everyone around you — don't keep your faith to yourself. The word of God deserves to be spread to all, as does his love.
"Enter his gates with thanks; enter his courtyards with praise! Thank him! Bless his name!"
The Good News: Even though we passed over Thanksgiving in November, finish off the year by looking back at what you're most grateful for. We owe all of this to the Lord! Make sure to give him thanks as we hop into January.
"Therefore, humble yourselves under God’s power so that he may raise you up in the last day. Throw all your anxiety onto him, because he cares about you."
The Good News: If you're entering 2022 with hesitation or fear, pray on God for strength and hope. He'll answer and lead you where you need to go. The Holy Spirit walks beside us every single day, guiding us from above, and we are never alone.
"Every good gift, every perfect gift, comes from above. These gifts come down from the Father, the creator of the heavenly lights, in whose character there is no change at all."
The Good News: God is a constant in our life, no matter what. He isn't going anywhere, and we're reminded of that especially during the special times in our lives. As the new year arrives, take time to give thanks!
"Let God grant what is in your heart and fulfill all your plans."
The Good News: By praying to God and following His commands, He will reward us in heaven and truly give us what we need in our lifetimes, including our deepest of desires if that is what he calls for.
"But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength; they will fly up on wings like eagles; they will run and not be tired; they will walk and not be weary."
The Good News: This year may have been hard, but the Lord is here to reignite our lust for life in 2022. Go into this new year with the power of God behind you, and you'll come out even stronger at the end.
"There’s a season for everything and a time for every matter under the heavens."
The Good News: In this new year, remember that everything happens for a reason, the good and bad. During the toughest of times look to God for guidance, and he will be there to support you.
"This is the day the Lord acted; we will rejoice and celebrate in it!" — Psalm 118:24
The Good News: It's as simple as that. Be happy that the Lord has given us a new day to celebrate and Happy New Year!
Jackie Frere
Jackie is a former contributor to many Hearst Magazines websites.
Corinne Sullivan
Contributing Writer
Corinne Sullivan is a digital writer and editor who covers a variety of beats, including lifestyle, entertainment, relationships, holidays and more.
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