Today is a beautiful Spring day and I’ve been inspired to write about new beginnings.
Whether it’s a new week, new month or new year — no matter the season — we can be witnesses to the joy of new beginnings. We get to choose the attitude that we will have today and any day of the year.
Here are some of the things that inspire me about spring and new beginnings.
God is doing a new thing
Forget the former things; do not dwell in the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the desert and streams in the wasteland.
I just love this verse! It reminds me that even when I don’t see it, God is behind the scenes working on my behalf. He is making a path where there was none. He is creating something completely new!
It doesn’t matter if you’ve left your New Year’s resolutions by the wayside weeks ago. Yes, it’s true that many of us have already forgotten the promises made and goals set.
But may I remind you? God is a god of new beginnings. And with Him, it’s never too late to start over!
Tweet ThisWhat area of your life needs a new beginning?
Is it your marriage, finances, your health, your friendships? Maybe it’s your heart.
You can start by choosing to commit this area of your life to God. I suggest you take some time to get away and refocus. Pray, pray, pray and look forward to the new thing that God will do.
Grab this free worksheet for some extra inspiration to help you create your new beginning and keep track of your prayers.
Do you see it?
Even though God might be moving, we often have a hard time seeing what He’s doing. For many of us, seeing is believing. And we also believe the opposite to be true: If I don’t see it, I won’t believe it.
God knows that we are weak in this area. He knows that we are looking for a physical manifestation in order to believe that He’s doing something new.
In John 4:35, Jesus had to say to His disciples, “Open your eyes and look!”
Today we need to ask God to open our eyes. We may not be able to see what He’s doing with our physical eyes but we can ask him to help us see with our spiritual eyes.
God what new thing do you want me to see today?
Spring is the perfect time of year for new beginnings and fresh starts.
If you’re still not convinced, I encourage you to look around and see the flowers as they spring up. The new blossoms on the trees are budding with hope.
We too can walk with that new hope. You too can have a new spring in your step.
Allow the beauty of the Spring flowers to remind you of God’s power and grace. He is doing a new thing. He’s doing it for me and He can do it for you too!
How about you?
What new thing is God doing for you right now?
In what areas of your life do you see Him working?
Do you need someone to pray for you? I’d be happy to pray on your behalf.
To download your free New Beginnings worksheet just click on the button below. It will help you pick one thing to focus on and pray about for the next 21 days.
God is not a magic genie who’s there to grant your every wish, but he does want us to commit our plans, our dreams and our new beginnings to him.
Let’s start afresh together!
Wishing you blessings,
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I love spring so much for just this reason!! New beginnings!! It always gives me a renewed motivation for life! Thank you so much for sharing with us on the #TakeTime linkup!!
It sure does, Tarynn. And the funny thing is I live in the islands where the change in seasons isn’t so obvious, but those new blossoms are always so full of hope.
Thanks for visiting and for offering such a welcoming place at #TakeTime linkup.
What a fantastic worksheet! It’s so true that actually writing things out really helps us achieve our goals. Thanks so much for adding this to the #taketime linkup!
I’m so glad you like it, Katie and I hope it will help you achieve your goals.
Happy to be linked up with #TakeTime. Thanks for visiting and enjoy your weekend!
Love the work sheet, they are a great way to keep the focus on God’s mercies being new everyday! Well done!
Thank you so much, Kristal. I’m so happy that you found it useful. All glory to God!
How I love Spring and new beginnings! What a hope filled post. I love it! 🙂 Thanks for sharing!
Me too, Stefani. Thanks for stopping by and for being such an unwavering cheerleader! You bless me so much! Hugs, my friend!
Love this! I surely need prayer and will download your sheet..I am launching a new project and my husband will be transitioning from his job so all things are new and uncertain..so yes do pray! Thank you for this beautiful inspiration!
Kathy, I am honoured to pray for you. My prayer is for you to see God’s hand in all that lies ahead. He has amazing plans for you and He promises a great hope and future (Jeremiah 29:11-12).
I know it’s not easy to move forward when you’re not clear of the next step but keep trusting Him and He will direct your path! Please keep me posted.
Hugs and blessings.
Love this post, Marva!
And, I like the practical worksheet. This looks like a great resource!
So thankful that God is constantly doing new things!
Blessings to you,
Melanie
Thank you so much, Melanie. God sure loves to do something new every day. He amazes me every time!
Thanks for stopping by and leaving an encouraging word. I appreciate you, my friend.
I love that click to tweet! Yes! It is never to late to get a new start on anything! What an amazing resource you are sharing!
Thanks so much for those kind words, Jen. I’ve been really enjoying your #HappyNow linkup. Thanks for taking the time to stop by!
Thanks for this post! I’ve been praying about this a lot lately—I think I’m grateful every time I step outside and I see new life all around. It reminds me that we get a fresh start not just seasonally, but daily
You’re right, Gina, our new beginning isn’t just about the seasons. I think God certainly uses the changing seasons to remind us of his power but He is constantly doing a new thing, even when we don’t see it.
Thanks for visiting, I’ve enjoyed getting to know you through CWBU. What an amazing community of women!
I agree, it’s never too late. Talking ourselves out of things is not a good thing. Spread those wings and fly.
Have a fabulous day. ☺
I love that: spread those wings and fly! Thanks for that good word. You’ve inspired me and put a smile on my face!
Blessings to you.
It’s never too late! Thanks for sharing your heart, MArva!
You’re very welcome, Ellen. And thank you for visiting.
Wishing you blessings!
Wow, what a beautiful tool you have created and shared with us!! It’s a fresh approach to prayer, which I think we all need and appreciate. I love the printables!!
I’m so glad you liked it, Blythe. Now let’s get into some powerful prayer and a deep commitment to change and embrace our #NewBeginning!
Thanks for visiting!
Thanks for reminding us of our goals forgotten. I love that Isaiah 43 scripture too. So good to look to God for our new beginnings. I also like the idea of committing to pray for something 21 days.
It’s quite a commitment huh, Betsy? We can do this, my friend!
Love your thoughts and the sweet gift of the printable! I shared it with some friends. Blessings to you Marva!
That’s very sweet of you, Debbie. Thanks for stopping by and sharing your sparkle.
Blessings right back at you! 🙂
Awesome! God can take things and make them new. <3
Thank you for the worksheet- I'm excited to see where it takes me. 🙂
Emma
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Emma, I’m so glad you grabbed your copy of the worksheet and of course, I’d love to hear where it takes you. Would you please stay in touch and let me know? Praying it blesses you!
I just got my worksheet and I think it’s great! Thank you, Marva!
That’s awesome, Dawn. I’m so glad you like it. Let us pray through to our new beginning together!
Great idea!
Thanks for that encouraging word! I hope it encouraged you.
Blessings!