Welcome to the New Year – 2023 is here. Now that the parties and celebrations are over, it is time to get serious about the new year.

While most people are wondering what this new year will bring – in comparison to last year – it will largely depend on what you make of it.

If you have not been walking close to God as a Christian, this is the year to change that. People need to see what real Christians are and why they should want what we say we have in Christ.

The above verses tell us that if we draw close to our Father, He will meet you halfway. We must first put off the levity and need to get serious about the things that He is serious about. We must hate our sin, confess it, and start walking in righteousness. He will help you do these things if you ask Him.

When you do, you can have the joy of a clean heart, be aware of His presence and blessing, and have victory over sin. If listening to Him, you can also have His guidance in your life.

If this devotional has spoken to your heart, and you wish to live closer to God this year, why not tell me about it. I’d love to hear it and could pray for you.