As we prepare to enter the new year, there are an endless number of unknowns. And for those of us who feel a bit like we’ve been through a gauntlet of fire in 2025, the question marks over the coming year might loom large. What will become of the conflicts faced in wartorn countries around the world? What will unfold within our own country? Will the people that I love still be here next year at this time? Is my marriage going to be in a better place next year than it is now? What will happen with the situation my child is struggling with? How will sickness and suffering touch the lives of my family and friends? Is God going to do something about the things I’ve been waiting for? Will I see Him finally answer the prayers for my family that I’ve been begging Him about? If I am answering these questions honestly, I have to admit that I simply don’t know.
Instead of ignoring the question marks, I’ve found that acknowledging them helps me move beyond my anxieties about the future to the God who is already there. What do I know for sure about 2026?
God will continue to be the true King, ruling over all (Psalm 103:19).
God will continue to be the ultimate Prince of Peace (Isaiah 9:6).
God will continue to be a very present help in trouble (Psalm 46:1).
God will continue to be with me, never leaving me or forsaking me (Deuteronomy 31:6).
God will be faithful to continue the good work He has started in me and in my family (Philippians 1:6).
God will continue to meet my needs (Philippians 4:19).
God will continue to hear my prayers (Psalm 91:15).
God will not run out of grace for me (2 Corinthians 12:9).
God will fulfill His purpose for me and His love for me will endure (Psalm 138:8).
There is a lot I don’t know about the year to come. But what I do know about God leads me to believe that He is good, and I can trust Him. That is some pretty good news as we head into 2026!
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