The New Year, The New You: Stepping Into God’s Best Series

THE NEW YEAR, THE NEW YOU: STEPPING INTO GOD’S BEST

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Philippians 3:13-14, Isaiah 43:18-19

Key Verse: “Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 3:13-14)

Supporting Texts: Ecclesiastes 3:1; 2 Corinthians 5:17; Romans 12:2; Proverbs 4:18

INTRODUCTION

The start of a new year is a divine invitation to leave the past behind and embrace the newness God has prepared for your life. Many believers carry regrets, failures, and disappointments from previous years, which can hinder progress and limit the manifestation of God’s promises. God, however, calls you to a fresh start, a year of divine advantage, and breakthrough.

Isaiah 43:18-19 reminds us that God is doing a new thing, and it is time to perceive and align with His plans. Stepping into God’s best requires intentionality, faith, and the courage to move forward without looking back.

This message will guide you to let go of past burdens, renew your spiritual focus, and position yourself to receive every blessing and opportunity God has prepared for you in the new year.

1. FORGET WHAT IS BEHIND

Holding on to past failures, regrets, and disappointments limits your capacity to receive new blessings.

a) RELEASE PAST REGRETS – Letting go frees your mind and heart to receive God’s newness (Philippians 3:13). Forgiveness and acceptance are essential.

b) LET GO OF PAST FAILURES – Failures do not define your future (Proverbs 24:16). God’s mercy transforms your setbacks into testimonies.

c) STOP DWELLING ON PAST SUCCESSES – Resting on past glory can prevent growth (Ecclesiastes 3:1). Continuous progress requires forward focus.

d) FREE YOURSELF FROM OLD LIMITATIONS – Spiritual, emotional, and mental barriers from the past must be broken (Isaiah 43:18). Freedom is necessary for breakthrough.

Biblical Example: Peter denied Christ, but by letting go of guilt and focusing on his future calling, he became a powerful apostle (John 21:15-19).

2. EMBRACE WHAT GOD IS DOING NEW

God is always creating opportunities and doing new things that surpass what you have experienced before.

a) PERCEIVE GOD’S NEW WORKS – Open your eyes to opportunities He is bringing (Isaiah 43:19). Awareness is essential for alignment.

b) EXPECT DIVINE INTERVENTION – God can transform situations that seem impossible (Exodus 14:13-14). Faith positions you to receive.

c) RENEW YOUR MIND FOR PROSPERITY – Change your thinking to match God’s plans (Romans 12:2). Your mindset directs your outcomes.

d) PARTNER WITH GOD IN THE NEW SEASON – Engage with God through prayer, worship, and obedience (James 4:8). Partnership ensures participation in His plans.

Biblical Example: The Israelites stepped into the Red Sea, trusting God’s plan for deliverance, resulting in a miraculous crossing and victory (Exodus 14:13-22).

3. PRESS TOWARD GOD’S BEST

The new year is an invitation to actively pursue God’s high calling and divine opportunities.

a) SET SPIRITUAL AND LIFE GOALS – Define what aligning with God’s best looks like (Philippians 3:14). Goals provide direction.

b) MOVE FORWARD WITH COURAGE – Do not let fear or hesitation stop you (Joshua 1:9). Boldness triggers progress.

c) WORK CONSISTENTLY IN FAITH – Faithful action produces results (Galatians 6:9). Consistency activates God’s blessing.

d) REMAIN FOCUSED ON GOD’S PROMISES – Trust that His plans are perfect and will manifest (Proverbs 16:3). Focus sustains momentum.

Biblical Example: Paul continually pressed toward his calling despite persecution, setbacks, and imprisonment, ultimately fulfilling God’s purpose for his life (Acts 20:24).

4. WALK IN RENEWED IDENTITY AND PURPOSE

Stepping into the new year requires understanding that you are a new creation in Christ with divine potential.

a) RECOGNIZE YOUR NEW IDENTITY – You are a new creation; old things have passed away (2 Corinthians 5:17). Identity shapes destiny.

b) LIVE WITH PURPOSE – Each year brings assignments aligned with God’s plan (Ephesians 2:10). Purpose fuels motivation.

c) DECLARE GOD’S PROMISES DAILY – Speak life and blessings over your year (Joshua 1:8). Declaration strengthens faith.

d) EXERCISE FAITH IN DIVINE OUTCOMES – Trust God to bring the unseen into manifestation (Hebrews 11:1). Faith turns potential into reality.

Biblical Example: Esther embraced her identity and purpose, stepping into her season to save a nation (Esther 4:14-16).

CONCLUSION

The new year is a divine opportunity for transformation, growth, and manifestation of God’s best. By forgetting the past, embracing God’s new works, pressing toward your calling, and walking in your renewed identity, you position yourself to experience breakthroughs and divine favor.

Step into this year with confidence, faith, and expectancy, knowing that God is doing new things and that every effort aligned with Him shall prosper. This is your season to walk in His best and to see testimonies manifest in every area of your life.