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A New Year

2 Corinthians 2:14, NKJV


Now thanks be to God who always leads us in triumph in Christ, and through us diffuses the fragrance of His knowledge in every place.


Praise be to God we made it through!  2016 was a challenging year for so many people.  I personally experienced some things in 2016 that I never expected to go through. As a result, I have made up in mind to enjoy my life to the fullest and I hope it is the same for you.  Jesus said, “I have come that they may have life and that they may have it more abundantly” (John 10:10, NKJV). I’m not just speaking of money, but having peace of mind and spirit, being happy, joyful and thankful.  These are the things money cannot buy.  When my heart was heavy, God gave me joy.  Think for a second of all the things the Lord brought you through this past year. Some things can’t be explained.  This is certainly true on my part friends.  All I can say to you is that God is real and His word is true.  Continue to trust Him even when it appears to be impossible.  God makes the impossible possible. Be thankful to God for the mountain tops as well as the valley's because they both serve a purpose in your life.   Since God never changes, we can trust as for His children, that He will be with us and for us in 2017.

Happy New Year!



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