“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
Jeremiah 29:11 NIV
New beginnings often stir up a mix of excitement and fear. They invite us to step forward while still feeling the weight of what’s behind us. Yet God, in His mercy, gives us a fresh start every single morning. Each day is an open invitation to receive forgiveness, extend ourselves grace, and begin again.
The past does not define the future God is writing. Yesterday’s mistakes, missed opportunities, or painful choices do not cancel His plans. When our desire is to live according to God’s Word, He gently leads us into freedom—freedom from shame, regret, and fear. His plans are not meant to harm us but to shape us, strengthen us, and guide us toward a hope greater than anything we could design on our own.
If yesterday’s decisions feel heavy, lay them at the feet of Jesus. Trust Him with what you cannot fix. As you surrender the weight you’ve been carrying, God lifts you higher—allowing you to soar like an eagle above the mountains that once felt impossible to climb. In Him, your future is secure, hopeful, and full of promise.
Heavenly Father, thank You for being a God of new beginnings. Thank You that Your plans for my life are good, filled with hope, and rooted in Your perfect love. Help me release the weight of yesterday and trust You fully with my future. Lead my steps, renew my heart, and strengthen my faith as I walk in obedience to Your Word. I choose to believe Your promises and rest in the future You are preparing for me. In Jesus’ name, Amen.