The Last Day Of The Year

Lord, You have been our dwelling place in all generations. Before the mountains were brought forth, or ever You had formed the earth and the world, even from everlasting to everlasting, You are God.—Psalm 90:1-2

I do not advise that we end 2012 on a negative note. The walk forward, not the distractions, has ever been the hope of Christianity. If we are good students in the school of life, there is much that the 2012 can teach us. But the Christian is more than a student and more than a philosopher. He is a believer, and the object of his faith makes the difference, no matter what a year may bring.

Of all persons the Christian should be best prepared for whatever the New Year brings. He has dealt with life at its source. In Christ he has defeated a thousand enemies that other men must face alone and unprepared. He can face his tomorrow cheerful and unafraid because yesterday he walked into the ways of peace and today he lives in God. The man who has made God his dwelling place will always have a safe habitation.

Thanks, Lord, for all You've taught me this past year. Thank You even for the difficult experiences. Thank You for Your wise counsel. Thank You for the privilege of serving You. Thank You for Your love and grace. May this coming year be a landmark year for my ministry, my church, my faith, my finances, my family, and my friends. May 2013 be the year of great harvest for the body of Christ.