Happy New Year: Words of Encouragement to Begin 2023

As we begin this new year, it’s a time of reflection on the past and a look forward to a new year of growth in God’s word. One thing that can always bring us encouragement and hope is the truth of God’s Word, and 2 Corinthians 5:17 is a powerful reminder of this truth: “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. “The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.”

As believers in Jesus, we have the promise that our old selves (old Adam) are gone and we are made new through the power of the gospel. This means that no matter what mistakes or failures we may have experienced in the past, we can start this new year with a clean slate, full of the hope and potential that comes from being a new creation in Christ.

Here are a few points to consider as we look forward to the new year:

Trust in God’s plans (Romans 8:28): He knows what He’s doing, and even if we don’t understand everything that’s happening, we can trust that He has a good purpose in it all.
Lean on His strength (2 Corinthians 12:9): We don’t have to face this new year on our own. Christ’s power is made perfect in our weakness, so we can trust Him to carry us through whatever challenges come our way.
Remember that He is with us (Hebrews 13:5,6): Jesus promised to be with us always, and this new year is no exception. Whether we’re facing struggles or celebrations, we can take comfort in His presence with us every step of the way.

So let’s enter this new year, 2023, with confidence and hope, not with fear and uncertainty. Because God has given us a spirit of power and love, as well as a sound mind (2 Timothy 1:7).

Have a Happy and Safe New Year

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Jamie Pantastico

Mesa Bible Study

Faith, Sine Qua Non

“What is Not Properly Understood can “Not” be Properly Applied”

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What Saith the Scripture?

Most problems in interpreting Bible passages arise from neglecting a passage’s context. The guiding principle of sound interpretation is to take a passage literally. Not maintaining this discipline, interpreting Scripture becomes made up, man’s idea, fantasy, and the passage can mean almost anything. The result is erroneous and ridiculous interpretations.

Another important principle to sound Bible interpretation is to read Scripture “in-time”. In other words, we have to read and study the Bible as a progressive revelation. Not getting ahead of God’s revelation.

God’s plan of redemption for mankind wasn’t revealed all at once to Adam, Noah, Abraham, Moses, David, Isaiah, or any of the other old testament prophets. Not even Peter and the eleven were given the full counsel of God. The Lord revealed to each of the aforementioned what they needed at their particular time in Biblical history. A hermeneutical method that does not approach Scripture as a progressive revelation leads to erroneous interpretations.

To be a good bible student one must maintain a literal, grammatical and historical (in-time) hermeneutic. There has been much too much of man’s theology governing Scripture when it is God’s Word alone that reigns over theology.

Who's writing?

Identify the author of the book and passage.

Who is the author writing too?

Who is the audience? Yes, all Scripture is for us but not all of Scripture is directed to us our salvation and doctrine (how to live our daily lives). To say all of Scripture is, is erroneous interpretation.

When was the Book or Passage written?

This is necessary to identify the time and historical context.

What were the circumstances when it was written? (what was going on)

What was going on before and after it was written?

What happen before and after the particular Book or Passage you’re reading?

What is the HISTORICAL CONTEXT OF THE VERSE?

Where does the Bible verse fit in Biblical history. Use the answers from the list of these questions to identify the “historical context”.

Are there other passages that the Author has written to help expand on the verse your reading?

Utilize the full counsel of God to illuminate the passage

All of Scripture fits perfectly.

The Good News

salvation

Salvation is a FREE GIFT from God. You don’t have to do anything but believe by faith that God sent His only Son Jesus Christ to die for your sins, was buried, and rose from the dead 3 days later.

THE GOOD NEWS

SALVATION

Salvation is a FREE GIFT from God. SALVATION IS BY FAITH ALONE & FAITH IS BELIEVING WHAT GOD SAYS.

God declares all mankind sinners and we all fall short of Glory of God. Romans 3:23
The payment for our sin is death. Romans 6:23
But God…because he loved you so much sent His own Son, Jesus Christ, to die in your place, for your sins, was buried, and rose from the dead three days later. 1 Cor 15:1-4; 2cor 5:21

All God asks is that you believe by faith alone in 1, 2, & 3. That you’re a sinner, separated from God but God sent his Son to die for your sins, was buried & rose again 3 days later.

that if you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved.

Romans 10:9

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Happy New Year: Words of Encouragement to Begin 2023

by Jamie Pantastico

Daily Encouragement

Here are a few points to consider as we look forward to the new year:

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