All Nations Christian Fellowship

In all the changes and goals we want to achieve this year, there are some things that must remain the same. We need to be steadfast in our understanding of and dependency on the mercy of God in everything we experience. And amid the distractions of life and glamorous things that can draw us away, we must remember that remaining steadfast in our devotion and faithfulness to God is what matters most to Him. Let's commit all our plans and ways to Him this year, and remain steadfast.

When we declare Jesus as the Son of the living God, we are to live with bold conviction that He alone is our hope for healing and salvation. His life of humility - from the manger to the cross - keeps us grounded and humble, and leads us to serve and treat others as He did. We are called to a faithful surrender and to choose the will of God every time, just as Jesus did.

When Moses asked to see God's glory, God revealed not his face, but His character - His goodness, graciousness and compassion. Our purpose is to live out these same qualities, not for us to receive the glory but for God to be glorified. Living for His glory shapes our mindset in every moment, every action and every interaction, and grants us a life of true freedom.

In His Word, God emphasises how important His glory is - and if it's important to Him, it should be just as important to us. His glory is not a secret. Every time we live in a way that shows love, selflessness and humility, it reveals God in our lives, and the world sees it and glorifies Him. If it is something He asks us to do, He will always give us the ability to do it and glorify Him, no matter how challenging our circumstances may sometimes be.