OVERCOMING FEAR AND EMBRACING SUCCESS IN THE NEW YEAR - A FAITH BASED HUMANITARIAN AND EVANGELICAL ORGANISATION

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TITLE: 50 DAYS OF PRAYERS AND EXERCISES FOR THE NEW YEAR.

THEME: Preparing Mentally and Spiritually for a Blessed Year-End and A Fruitful New Year

DAY 43 – 44 (SUNDAY 24^TH – MONDAY 25^TH DECEMBER 2023)

TOPIC: OVERCOMING FEAR AND EMBRACING SUCCESS IN THE NEW YEAR

AUTHOR: MARY LAWRENCE-DOKPESI

SCRIPTURE:

“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.” – Isaiah 41:10

OVERCOMING FEAR AND EMBRACING SUCCESS IN THE NEW YEAR

The start of a new year often brings with it feelings of excitement and anticipation, but also anxiety and fear. As we set our goals and work towards achieving them, we may face obstacles and challenges that can leave us feeling overwhelmed and discouraged. However, the words of Isaiah 41:10 remind us that we need not fear, for God is always with us, and He will strengthen and help us.

Amid uncertainty and turmoil, it is easy to lose sight of our goals and become discouraged. But when we trust in God’s promise to be with us and guide us, we can overcome the fears and doubts that hold us back. The key to success in the new year lies in our ability to face these challenges with courage and determination, knowing that God is always by our side.

To succeed in the new year, we must first recognize and acknowledge our fears and anxieties. Only then can we begin to address them and find the strength to move forward. It is essential to remember that God has given us the power to overcome our fears and that He will never abandon us. We must trust in His plan for our lives and have faith in His guidance.

As we set our goals for the new year, let us also seek God’s wisdom and direction. He knows our hearts and understands our desires, and He will help us discern the path that leads to true success. By aligning our goals with His will and purpose for our lives, we can ensure that our efforts are focused on what truly matters.

To help us overcome fear and embrace success in the new year, we can turn to the Bible verses in the further reading below.

SPIRITUAL EXERCISE:

To help you focus on God’s promises and build your confidence in His plan for your life, take a few moments to meditate on the following prayer:

PRAYERS:

Heavenly Father, we come to you today with open hearts and minds. Guide us on our journey through the new year and help us to trust in your plan for our lives. Give us the strength and courage to face our challenges and the wisdom to make wise decisions. May your love and presence be with us always, and may we grow closer to you as we walk this path together. Amen.

FURTHER READING: 2 Timothy 1:7, Philippians 4:13, Proverbs 3:5-6

Mary Lawrence-Dokpesi

Mary Lawrence-Dokpesi was born in Nigeria to Patrick Abuda Obeakemhe and Juliana Fatimatu Obeakemhe, both from Ogbona Town. With a master’s degree in law, she was called to the bar at the age of twenty-two, and she is currently the principle partner of the law firm Mary Lawrence-Dokpesi & Associates. She is also the founder of two philanthropic organizations: the Living Waters Mission and the Rose Croix Foundation. In addition to law, Lawrence-Dokpesi was drawn to spiritual pursuits at an early age, having begun studying philosophy, theology, chaplaincy, and spirit therapy by the age of eighteen. Inspired by her spiritual calling, she has produced ten intensively researched manuscripts on spiritual matters. Although Understanding the Spiritual was the last to be written, it is the first to be published. Lawrence-Dokpesi is a mother and a wife living in the city of Abuja, Nigeria.