The start of a new year often brings a sense of renewal and hope for the future. It’s a time when many people set goals and seek inspiration to make positive changes in their lives.
As a person of faith, you may be looking for guidance and motivation rooted in your beliefs. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of New Year Bible verses to help you find encouragement, wisdom, and spiritual direction as you embark on this new chapter.
New Year Bible Verses
These verses are not just words on a page; they are beacons of hope, guiding us towards a purposeful and blessed new beginning. Join us in reflecting on the timeless truths encapsulated in these scriptures, designed to uplift and inspire as we step into the promise of a brand new year. Let’s look into them.
1. 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.”
This verse from the book of Isaiah reminds us of the importance of letting go of the past and embracing the new opportunities that lie ahead. It encourages us to have faith in God’s ability to bring forth something new and beautiful, even in the most challenging circumstances.
2. Psalm 37:5
“Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him and he will do this.”
As we make plans and set goals for the new year, it is important to remember to surrender them to God. This verse encourages us to trust in the Lord and have faith that He will work things out according to His perfect will. By committing our ways to Him, we can find peace and assurance that He will lead us in the right direction.
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.”
The new year offers us an opportunity to leave behind the past and focus on the future. This verse from the Philippians encourages us to let go of any regrets, failures, or disappointments that may have held us back. It reminds us to keep pressing forward, keeping our eyes fixed on the ultimate goal that God has set before us.
4. Proverbs 16:3
“Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.”
In our pursuit of success and happiness in the new year, it is essential to align our plans with God’s will. This verse highlights the importance of seeking God’s guidance and committing our endeavors to Him. When we invite God into every area of our lives, we can trust that He will establish our plans and bring them to fruition.
5. Philippians 4:13
“I can do all things through him who strengthens me.”
6. 2 Corinthians 5:17
“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: the old has gone, the new is here!”
7. 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.”
8. Psalm 37:5
“Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him, and he will do this.”
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. Ephesians 5:15-16
“Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil.”
Cultivating Virtue
11. 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.”
12. Colossians 3:23
“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters.”
13. Proverbs 16:3
“Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.”
14. James 1:22
“Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.”
15. 1 Corinthians 16:14
“Do everything in love.”
16. Matthew 6:33
“But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.”
17. 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.”
18. Proverbs 4:23
“Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.”
19. 1 Peter 3:10–11
“For whoever would love life and see good days must keep their tongue from evil and their lips from deceitful speech. They must turn from evil and do good; they must seek peace and pursue it.”
20. Micah 6:8
“He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God.”
Embracing Renewal
21. 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.”
22. 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.”
23. Romans 8:18
“I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us.”
24. 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.”
25. 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.”
26. 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.'”
27. Psalm 51:10
“Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me.”
28. 2 Corinthians 5:17
“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: the old has gone, the new is here!”
29. 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.”
30. 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.”
Committing to Faith
31. Joshua 1:8
“Keep this Book of the Law always on your lips; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful.”
32. 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.”
33. Proverbs 16:9
“In their hearts, humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.”
34. Psalm 37:5
“Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him, and he will do this.”
35. James 4:7-8
“Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Come near to God, and he will come near to you.”
36. 1 Corinthians 9:24
“Do you not know that in a race, all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize.”
37. Hebrews 12:1
“Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us.”
38. 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.”
39. 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.”
40. Galatians 6:9
“Let us not become weary of doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.”
Counting Blessings
41. Psalm 103:2–5
Praise the Lord, my soul, and forget not all his benefits, who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases, who redeems your life from the pit and crowns you with love and compassion, who satisfies your desires with good things so that your youth is renewed like the eagle’s.
42. Numbers 6:24–26
“The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace.”
43. Philippians 4:19
“And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.”
44. Psalm 20:4
“May he give you the desire of your heart and make all your plans succeed.”
45. James 1:17
“Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.”
46. Ephesians 3:20–21
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, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen.”
47. 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.”
48. 2 Corinthians 9:8
“And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work.”
49. 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.”
50. Psalm 23:1-3
“The Lord is my shepherd; I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, and he refreshes my soul. He guides me along the right paths for his name’s sake.”
Conclusion
As we look ahead to a new year, these Bible verses serve as a reminder that we are not alone in our journey. They offer guidance, encouragement, and hope, reminding us of God’s faithfulness and the promises He has for our lives.
Whether we are setting goals, facing challenges, or seeking direction, let us draw strength from these powerful verses and embrace the new year with faith and courage. May this be a year filled with growth, blessings, and a deepening relationship with our Heavenly Father.
