As the clock ticks down on December 31st, many of us take a moment to reflect on the year that has passed and set our sights on the future. New Year’s Eve can be a time of celebration, hope, and sometimes a search for deeper meaning as we step into another year. For those who find strength and guidance in their faith, turning to the Bible can offer comfort and inspiration during this transitional time.
In this article, we’ll explore a collection of Bible verses that are particularly resonant for New Year’s Eve. These passages can serve as a source of encouragement, a reminder of God’s promises, and a guide for setting intentions for the year ahead. Whether you’re looking for words to share with loved ones as you count down to midnight or seeking personal contemplation, these verses will help illuminate your path into the new year.
Bible Verses For New Years Eve
1. 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.”
2. Psalm 119:105
“Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.”
3. 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.”
4. 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.”
5. Ecclesiastes 3:1
“There is a time for everything and a season for every activity under the heavens.”
6. 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.”
7. 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.”
8. James 4:13–15
“Now listen, you who say, ‘Today or tomorrow we will go to this or that city, spend a year there, carry on business and make money.’ You do not even know what will happen tomorrow. What is your life like? You are a mist that appears for a little while and then vanishes. Instead, you ought to say, ‘If it is the Lord’s will, we will live and do this or that.'”
9. Ephesians 5:15–17
“Be very careful, then, how you live not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. Therefore, do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is.”
10. Psalm 90:12
“Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.”
Finding Strength in God
11. 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.”
12. 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.”
13. Philippians 4:13
“I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me.”
14. Psalm 34:17
“The righteous cry out, and the LORD hears them; he delivers them from all their troubles.”
15. Psalm 46:1
“God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.”
16. 2 Corinthians 12:9-10
“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 about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me. That is why, for Christ’s sake, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong.”
17. 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.
18. 1 Corinthians 16:14
“Do everything in love.”
19. Psalm 16:8
“I keep my eyes always on the LORD. With him at my right hand, I will not be shaken.”
20. Matthew 11:28-30
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”
Finding Hope in God’s Word
21. 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.”
22. Romans 12:12
“Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.”
23. Psalm 34:18
“The LORD is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.”
24. Romans 15:4
“For whatever was written in former days was written for our instruction, that through endurance and through the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope.”
25. Psalm 42:11
“Why, my soul, are you downcast? Why so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise him, my Savior and my God.”
26. Hebrews 6:19
“We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure.”
27. Romans 8:24-25
“For in this hope we were saved. But hope that is seen is no hope at all. Who hopes for what they already have? But if we hope for what we do not yet have, we wait for it patiently.”
28. Psalm 119:114
“You are my hiding place and my shield; I hope in your word.”
29. Isaiah 41:10
“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
30. 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.”
Praying for Guidance
31. 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.”
32. Philippians 4:6-7
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
33. Colossians 4:2
“Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful.”
34. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
“Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.”
35. Psalm 19:14
“May these words of my mouth and this meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer.”
36. Matthew 6:6
“But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you.”
37. Jeremiah 33:3
“Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know.”
38. 1 John 5:14
“This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us.”
39. Ephesians 6:18
“And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord’s people.”
40. Psalm 145:18
“The LORD is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth.”
Renewing Commitment to God
41. 2 Corinthians 5:17
“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!”
42. 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.”
43. 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.”
44. 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.”
45. 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.”
46. 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.”
47. Psalm 51:10
“Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me.”
48. Colossians 3:9-10
“Do not lie to each other, since you have taken off your old self with its practices and have put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge in the image of its Creator.”
49. Romans 6:4
“We were therefore buried with him through baptism into death in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may live a new life.”
50. 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.'”
Conclusion
As we say goodbye to the old year and welcome the new, these Bible verses can serve as a source of hope, inspiration, and guidance. They remind us that no matter what challenges we faced in the past, we can look forward to the future with faith and optimism. The words from Scripture encourage us to reflect on our lives, set new goals, and trust in God’s plan for us.
As we gather with friends and family to celebrate New Year’s Eve, let’s carry these verses in our hearts and minds, allowing them to light our path into the coming year. May we all find peace, joy, and love in the days ahead, and may our resolutions bring us closer to the life we aspire to live. Happy New Year!
