12 Days of Christmas: Day Nine

The beginning of a new year often invites reflection. We look back on what has been and look ahead to what might be, carrying with us a mixture of hope, anticipation, and uncertainty. While a new calendar finds its way onto our desk, Scripture reminds us that our security is not found in a new season but in an unchanging God.

Trusting God with the new year begins with acknowledging that He is sovereign over all things. Proverbs 16:9 tells us, “The heart of man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps.” Planning is not wrong, but trusting our plans more than God is. When we submit our goals, expectations, and timelines to Him, we recognize that He alone sees the full picture.

The Bible repeatedly calls God’s people to live by faith, not by sight. We may not know what the coming year holds—joy or hardship, growth or pruning—but we know the One who holds it. Isaiah 41:10 reminds us not to fear, for God is with us. Trusting Him means believing that His presence will sustain us in every circumstance, not just the comfortable ones.

Trust is also strengthened when we remember God’s faithfulness. Lamentations 3:22–23 declares that His mercies are new every morning. Each year, each day, we are met with fresh grace from a faithful God. The same Lord who provided in the past will continue to guide and provide in the future.

As we enter a new year, trusting God is a daily choice. It means committing ourselves to prayer, grounding our lives in Scripture, and walking in obedience even when the path ahead feels uncertain. Jesus reminds us in Matthew 6:34 not to worry about tomorrow, for God already knows what we need.

As you begin this new year, take time to intentionally place your plans before God. Write down your goals, fears, and hopes for the year ahead, and pray over each one, asking God to shape them according to His will. Choose one daily habit—such as reading Scripture, praying each morning, or practicing gratitude—that will help you actively trust God throughout the year. Let this year be marked not by control, but by confidence in the faithfulness of God who leads you forward.

Thank you so much for joining us on Day Nine of the 12 Days of Christmas: Godly Girl Version! Make sure to check out Emily's video on Instagram and we hope to see you tomorrow! And again, if you have a prayer request, please let us know!