2024: The Year of Walking in Divine Favor
Theme Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-4
Overview:
Welcome to 2024, the Year of Walking in Divine Favor! This year, we draw inspiration from Proverbs 3:1-4, which reminds us to keep God’s teachings in our hearts and to live with love and faithfulness. By doing so, we will experience peace, prosperity, and favor in the sight of both God and man.
Key Verses:
- Proverbs 3:1-4: “My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your heart, for they will prolong your life many years and bring you peace and prosperity. Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart. Then you will win favor and a good name in the sight of God and man.”
- Psalm 5:12: “Surely, Lord, you bless the righteous; you surround them with your favor as with a shield.”
- Isaiah 58:11: “The Lord will guide you always; he will satisfy your needs in a sun-scorched land and will strengthen your frame. You will be like a well-watered garden, like a spring whose waters never fail.”
- Hebrews 11:3: “By faith we understand that the universe was formed at God’s command, so that what is seen was not made out of what was visible.”
- Hebrews 11:6: “And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him.”
- Mark 11:22-24: “Have faith in God,” Jesus answered. “Truly I tell you, if anyone says to this mountain, ‘Go, throw yourself into the sea,’ and does not doubt in their heart but believes that what they say will happen, it will be done for them. Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.”
Sermon Highlights:
- Embrace God’s Teachings:
- Commit to remembering and living by God’s commands.
- Understand that God’s guidance brings peace and longevity.
- Live with Love and Faithfulness:
- Integrate love and faithfulness into every aspect of your life.
- Recognize that these virtues attract divine favor and good standing with God and people.
- Experience God’s Favor:
- Trust that as we walk righteously, God’s favor will protect and guide us (Psalm 5:12).
- Be assured of God’s continuous guidance, provision, and strength even in challenging times (Isaiah 58:11).
- Operate in Faith:
- Understand the power of faith as described in Hebrews 11:3: “By faith we understand that the universe was formed at God’s command, so that what is seen was not made out of what was visible.”
- Embrace the necessity of faith to please God and to receive His rewards (Hebrews 11:6).
- Believe in the power of prayer and faith to move mountains and receive God’s promises (Mark 11:22-24).
- Allow your faith to transform unseen possibilities into visible realities through God’s power.
- Impact Through Divine Favor:
- Use the empowerment of divine favor to spread God’s love and hope.
- Make a significant impact in your community, knowing God’s favor amplifies your efforts.
Conclusion:
As we journey through 2024, let us walk confidently in divine favor, knowing that God’s teachings and promises are our foundation. With hearts full of love and faithfulness, and operating in faith, we will witness His abundant blessings and be instruments of His grace and hope to those around us. Embrace this year’s theme and watch as God’s favor transforms your life and community.
Join us as we walk together in divine favor and operate in FAITH this year!