As we step into the New Year, it’s a time filled with hope and new beginnings. Many people look for guidance and inspiration to set the tone for the year ahead. For those who find strength and comfort in spirituality, the Bible can be a source of immense wisdom and encouragement.
In this article, we will explore a collection of Bible verses that are particularly resonant for the New Year. These passages offer messages of renewal, faith, and determination that can help us navigate the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. Whether you’re seeking direction, peace, or simply a fresh perspective, these verses can serve as a beacon of light to guide your journey through the coming year.
Bible Verses For The New Year
1. Genesis 8:22
“While the earth remains, seedtime and harvest, cold and heat, summer and winter, day and night, shall not cease.”
2. 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.”
3. 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.”
4. 2 Corinthians 5:17
“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: the old has gone, the new is here!”
5. 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.”
6. 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.'”
7. Psalm 51:10
“Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me.”
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. 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.”
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.”
Scripture for the Year Ahead
11. Psalm 119:105
“Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.”
12. 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.”
13. 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.”
14. 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.”
15. Proverbs 16:3
“Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.”
16. Isaiah 58:11
“The Lord will guide you always; he will satisfy your needs in a sun-scorched land and will strengthen your frame. You will be like a well-watered garden, like a spring whose waters never fail.”
17. Psalm 25:4-5
“Show me your ways, Lord, teach me your paths. Guide me in your truth and teach me, for you are God my Savior, and my hope is in you all day long.”
18. Proverbs 4:7
“The beginning of wisdom is this: Get wisdom. Though it cost all you have, get understanding.”
19. 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.”
20. Psalm 143:8
“Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you. Show me the way I should go, for to you I entrust my life.”
Inspiring Verses for the New Year
21. Proverbs 16:9
“In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.”
22. 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.”
23. Psalm 20:4
“May he give you the desire of your heart and make all your plans succeed.”
24. Proverbs 19:21
“Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails.”
25. Psalm 37:5
“Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him and he will do this.”
26. Proverbs 3:6
“In all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”
27. Ephesians 2:10
“For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.”
28. Philippians 2:13
“For it is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfill his good purpose.”
29. Psalm 90:12
“Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.”
30. Colossians 3:17
“And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.”
Drawing Strength from the Bible
31. Philippians 4:13
“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”
32. 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.”
33. Joshua 1:8
“This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have good success.”
34. 1 Corinthians 15:58
“Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.”
35. Psalm 73:26
“My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.”
36. 2 Timothy 1:7
“For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.”
37. Colossians 3:23–24
“Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward. You are serving the Lord Christ.”
38. Hebrews 12:1-2
“Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is seated at the right hand of the throne of God.”
39. 1 Corinthians 16:14
“Do everything in love.”
40. Psalm 121:1-2
“I lift up my eyes to the hills. From where does my help come? My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth.”
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41. 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.”
42. Psalm 119:114
“You are my refuge and my shield; I have put my hope in your word.”
43. 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.”
44. 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.”
45. 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.”
46. 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.”
47. 1 Peter 1:3
“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy, he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.”
48. 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.”
49. Psalm 33:22
“May your unfailing love be with us, Lord, even as we put our hope in you.”
50. Proverbs 13:12
“Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but a longing fulfilled is a tree of life.”
Incorporating Scripture into Your Goals
51. Proverbs 16:3
“Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.”
52. James 4:15
“Instead, you ought to say, ‘If it is the Lord’s will, we will live and do this or that.'”
53. Psalm 37:5
“Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him and he will do this.”
54. Proverbs 19:21
“Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails.”
55. Proverbs 21:5
“The plans of the diligent lead to profit as surely as haste leads to poverty.”
56. Ephesians 3:20
Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us.
57. Proverbs 3:6
“In all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”
58. Matthew 6:33
“But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.”
59. 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.”
60. Proverbs 16:9
“In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.”
Navigating the New Year with Biblical Verses
61. Psalm 119:105
“Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.”
62. 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.”
63. 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.'”
64. Proverbs 16:9
“In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.”
65. 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.”
66. 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.”
67. Proverbs 4:7
“The beginning of wisdom is this: Get wisdom. Though it cost all you have, get understanding.”
68. Psalm 25:4-5
“Show me your ways, Lord, teach me your paths. Guide me in your truth and teach me, for you are God my Savior, and my hope is in you all day long.”
69. Proverbs 2:6
“For the Lord gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding.”
70. Proverbs 3:23
“Then you will go on your way in safety, and your foot will not stumble.”
Conclusion
As we conclude our journey through these profound verses, may the words of the Bible continue to resonate in your heart and guide your steps throughout the new year. Whether you’re seeking a fresh start, setting intentional goals, or simply yearning for divine direction, the wisdom encapsulated in these verses is a source of strength, comfort, and unwavering hope.
Let the power of scripture be a constant companion on your journey, bringing blessings, renewal, and the assurance that, with God’s guidance, each step in the new year is purposeful and filled with grace.
