A new year, spring, and birthdays all seem to have a certain appeal for a fresh start. But do we have to wait until those milestone moments to start over?
What if you feel the need to start afresh right now?
Right when you’re in the middle of the mess.
When life is a little off-kilter and you want to find your way back on course.
Don’t get me wrong, I love new year beginnings. And of course, spring usually finds me spring cleaning and starting anew. But any day is a good day for a new beginning.
You can create a fresh start, starting now.
Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed,
for his compassions never fail.
They are new every morning;
great is your faithfulness.
Each and every day that we are alive God shows His compassion.
Every day He gives us a new opportunity to start over.
With each new morning His love and faithfulness are poured out on us. That is why we can begin again, any day!
When I need a new start spiritually, I find my way back to the Lord. At His feet I ponder His next step for me. But more than anything else, I sit and wait for His leading.
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How do you create a fresh start?
Here are a few resources that I turned to recently to help me start afresh.
Some of my favorite finds for creating a fresh start
The following are affiliate links, which means if you make a purchase using one of the links I may get a commission. However, know that I only share affiliate resources with you that I love, trust and think will be a blessing to you.
Revival: 6 Steps to Reviving Your Heart and Rebuilding Your Prayer Life
by Christi Gee
When my blogging friend Christi Gee wrote this book, I did what any good friend would do: I picked up a copy. I had no clue that nearly a year later, Christi’s construction analogy would speak to me in such a meaningful way. In my post-hurricane rebuilding life, Nehemiah’s story and the hope of revival have encouraged my heart. If you need a revival in your life, this prayer journey is for you too. Get your copy on Amazon.
Write Through the Word: Simple Scripture Writing for Busy Women
by Jennifer Thorson
One of the best ways for me to hide God’s Word in my heart is to write out the scriptures. Jennifer’s Scripture study and journaling method helps busy women in every stage of life fit the Bible into their lives, even on the craziest days! See more here.
Bible Study Methods: 7 Ways in 7 Days
by Arabah Joy
This Bible study resource created by my first blogging mentor, Arabah Joy brings a fresh perspective to my Bible study game. ‘Cause when you’ve been a Christian as long as I have (it’ll be 23 years this summer) sometimes even your Bible study routine needs a fresh start!
Join me by signing up here.
Clutterfree: Declutter Your Home to Create Space for Joy
by Christina Tiplea
Nothing speaks fresh start like a clutter-free mind and space. Clutterfree is an 8-week online course designed to help you declutter your home, create space for more joy, and free up your mind & heart to live the life you’ve always wanted.
Choose Rest: Biblical Self-Care Practices
by Gina Poirier
With its in-depth video lessons and corresponding worksheets, Choose Rest explores the biblical truths to help us dig into the practical application of self-care physically, mentally/emotionally and spiritually. This one is pure gold, my friend. And it’s possible you need it as much as I do. If so, get it here.
Sparkle your way to a fresh start
And as a little extra, here’s a FREE resource from me that will also help you to create a fresh start. It’s my very own e-book, You Were Made to Sparkle – 7 Tips for Creating a Life that Shines. Simply enter your email address so that I can send you the digital copy.
Now, I’d love to hear from you…
What’s your favorite resource for helping you get your shine back?
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So true Marva! I am forever grateful for fresh starts daily..or even fresh starts throughout the day…each class period…transitioning from home to work…transitioning from work to home, etc. Thanks for the lovely piece 💕
Isn’t it funny how often we need fresh starts, Brittany. Thankful that God’s grace is new every morning!
Blessings to you, my friend.
A fresh start sound very appealing, especially as we’re entering spring. The warmer weather tends to lift our dusty, winter weary spirits and make change look more attractive and possible than before. Thank you for the marvellous resources you have highlighted here, Marva. Plenty of inspiration to be getting on with! Blessed to be your neighbour at the #graceandtruth link up. 🙂
Thanks for visiting from Grace & Truth, Joy — that’s always been one of my favorite link-up sites.
I’m glad you found the resources helpful. I pray they will help to usher in a fresh new start for you.
Blessings!
I am absolutely ready to start fresh in so many areas of my life. Thank goodness we can start fresh any day of the year! #FreshMarketFriday
So true, Carri. God’s grace makes it possible!
Blessings to you today and beyond.
That’s what I try to do, too, Marva. Sit and wait at His feet. There are times when I can get ahead of Him, but I love how He gently reminds me to let Him lead. ((hug))
I sure do know about getting ahead of God, Brenda. I’m so thankful for His grace.
Blessings to you!
Agreed, Marva. His mercies are new every morning and sometimes i just start my day over if I have to, why people want to spoil it, I’ll never understand, they’d be better off with Jesus.
I love your attitude, Rebecca. Plus starting over with Jesus is always the sweetest.
Blessings and sparkles!