BE BRAVE - SPREAD THE LOVE!
The start of a new year; it lies before us like a blank canvas, full of promise. We often think of a new year as perhaps a new start but:
It doesn’t take a new year to begin our lives anew
God grants us new beginnings each day the whole year through.
In February we not only think of the new year, but we often also think about love; it being the season for Valentine’s Day. A perfect way to enhance your own life and that of other people, is by showing love and kindness. John said in his first letter, “Let us love one another, because love comes from God; everyone who loves is born of God and knows God. Whoever does not love does not know God, for God is love.” (1 John ch.4 v 7-8.)
Loving God is the most important thing and loving others follows on from that. As we embark on this new year together, perhaps give some thought as to how you may be able to show your love for God a little more. There are so many opportunities in church life, to demonstrate your love and service to God. There will be many opportunities this year for people to take up new roles and ways of serving the Lord. Think and pray about where God maybe directing your life this year.
If you do decide to step into something new, then it may not only enhance your life but the lives of others within our Christian family. If we think about the story of the loaves and fishes, love is the same. It multiplies when you give it away, so perhaps give away a little time in the love and service of God.
The new year is before us and hopefully we can, as a church community, journey along 2026 together, grow and flourish and spread God’s love widely. We all have a part to play so be brave and step forward. You never know where it may lead you but God has a plan for all our lives. Be brave and follow his plan and spread the love.
Best wishes and blessings,
Reverend Debra