亲爱的弟兄姊妹们：
新的一年已经开始，这是一个绝佳的机会让我们回顾过去，展望未来。我相信大家对新的一年充满期待和好奇，也可能对即将面临的挑战心存忐忑。但请记住：不要忐忑，只要信！因为在你里面的比在世界上的更大。
认识我们的神
你真正认识我们的神吗？如果你了解祂的大能，明白祂的应许，洞悉祂的性情，你就必定能够坦然无惧地面对任何挑战。
信心的源头
我们信心的源头来自神的应许。正如雅各书1:17所言："各样美善的恩赐和各样全备的赏赐都是从上头来的，从众光之父那里降下来的；在他并没有改变，也没有转动的影儿。"神所应许并赐予我们的是各样美善的恩赐和全备的赏赐。祂是永恒不变的。无论世界如何变迁，环境如何转换，人事如何更替，甚至我们自己如何改变，祂始终如一。即使我们软弱，祂永远刚强。只要我们站立在祂里面，就无需惧怕！祂是昨日、今日、直到永远都不改变的神。
神与我们同在
更令人欣慰的是，祂与我们同在。约书亚记1:9如此应许："我岂没有吩咐你吗？你当刚强壮胆！不要惧怕，也不要惊惶；因为你无论往哪里去，耶和华─你的神必与你同在。"神与我们亲密无间，祂不仅在我们里面，更环绕着我们。当我们遇到人生的高山低谷时，切记祂始终与我们同在。让我们常常数算祂在我们生命中所赐的恩典，坚信无论何时，祂都不会丢弃我们，必会帮助我们。
持守信心，勇往直前
因此，让我们持守信心，勇敢面对挑战。你将会品尝到信心生命所结的甘甜果实。正如希伯来书11:1所说："信就是所望之事的实底，是未见之事的确据。"在新的一年里，让我们紧握神的应许，在祂的同在中依靠祂的引导，坚定信心，勇往直前！
记住，在你里面的比在世界上的更大！
具体行动点
1. 每日灵修：参与我们教会提供的"2025每日灵修手册"。这本手册为每天提供一段读经内容，帮助我们在繁忙的生活中与神保持联系，深化我们的信仰。
2. 制定属灵目标：带着目标来参与每一次礼拜，并参加一些适合你的属灵成长课程，例如“初信成长”、“建造基石”和“圣经学校”。
祷告
让我们一起祷告：
慈爱的天父，
我们感谢你赐予我们新的一年。求你帮助我们坚定信心，勇敢面对挑战。愿你的话语成为我们脚前的灯，路上的光。赐给我们智慧和力量，使我们能在日常生活中彰显你的爱。
求你祝福我们的教会和每一位成员，让我们在你的同在中成长，成为你忠实的见证人。
奉耶稣基督的名祷告，阿们。
Dear Brothers and Sisters,
A new year has begun, offering us an excellent opportunity to reflect on the past and look forward to the future. I believe everyone is filled with anticipation and curiosity for the new year, and perhaps also some apprehension about the challenges that lie ahead. But remember: do not be anxious, only believe! For greater is He who is in you than he who is in the world.
Knowing Our God
Do you truly know our God? If you understand His power, comprehend His promises, and discern His character, you will surely be able to face any challenge without fear.
The Source of Our Faith
The source of our faith comes from God's promises. As James 1:17 says, "Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows." What God has promised and given us are all kinds of good gifts and perfect rewards. He is eternally unchanging. No matter how the world changes, how circumstances shift, how people come and go, or even how we ourselves change, He remains the same. Even when we are weak, He is forever strong. As long as we stand in Him, we need not fear! He is the same yesterday, today, and forever.
God is With Us
Even more comforting is that He is with us. Joshua 1:9 promises, "Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go." God is intimately close to us; He is not only within us but also surrounds us. When we encounter life's peaks and valleys, remember that He is always with us. Let us constantly count the blessings He has bestowed upon our lives, firmly believing that He will never abandon us and will always help us.
Holding Fast to Faith, Moving Forward Bravely
Therefore, let us hold fast to our faith and bravely face challenges. You will taste the sweet fruit of a life of faith. As Hebrews 11:1 says, "Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see." In the new year, let us cling to God's promises, rely on His guidance in His presence, strengthen our faith, and move forward bravely!
Remember, greater is He who is in you than he who is in the world!
Specific Action Points
1. Daily Devotion: Participate in our church's "2025 Daily Devotional Manual." This manual provides a daily scripture reading to help us maintain our connection with God amidst our busy lives and deepen our faith.
2. Set Spiritual Goals: Attend each worship service with purpose, and participate in spiritual growth courses suitable for you, such as "New Believer's Growth," "Building the Foundation," and "Bible School."
Prayer
Let us pray together:
Loving Father,
We thank You for granting us a new year. Help us to strengthen our faith and face challenges bravely. May Your word be a lamp to our feet and a light to our path. Grant us wisdom and strength so that we can manifest Your love in our daily lives.
Bless our church and each member, let us grow in Your presence and become Your faithful witnesses.
In Jesus Christ's name we pray, Amen.
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