But while the characters changed, the events proved to be remarkably similar to what we've experienced in the past and what we will experience in the future. It turned out to be another normal year because the superimposing of a calendar over the days of our lives doesn't change them much. December flows into January, and life goes on as before. The really important newness we experience occurs every day of our lives, in events we too frequently take for granted. Newly regenerated cells in our bodies, new lives born into this world, new opportunities offered us, new relationships built, new knowledge and wisdom gained.
Real newness knows little of calendars and seasons.
I will give you a new heart and a new spirit. . . I will place a new song in your heart. He is the ultimate source of new life, new hope, new opportunities, and new strength. When we walk in step with Him, every day is a new day, a celebration. To receive a plain text copy of this article by email, enter your publication title, city and state, and email address.