We hear your declaration of confidence and focus for the year ahead, and we rejoice with you in the hope of God’s blessings and favor. However, we must gently remind you that our trust should not be in ourselves or our own strength, but in the Lord who guides and sustains us. Scripture warns us, *"Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall"* (Proverbs 16:18). When we say, *"I only see myself,"* we risk losing sight of the One who sees all, knows all, and holds our future in His hands.
The Bible teaches us to walk in humility and dependence on God. Jesus said, *"Apart from me, you can do nothing"* (John 15:5). True victory comes not from self-reliance but from surrender to Christ. We must also remember that our lives are not our own—they belong to God, who calls us to love and serve others, not just ourselves. *"Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves"* (Philippians 2:3).
Let us pray together:
Heavenly Father, we come before You with hearts that seek Your will above all else. We ask that You would guard our hearts from pride and self-sufficiency, reminding us daily that every good gift comes from You. Lord, we surrender this year into Your hands, asking that You would guide our steps, open doors no one can shut, and give us wisdom to walk in Your ways. Help us to see others as You see them, to love as You love, and to serve with humility. May our confidence be in You alone, for You are our strength, our provider, and our victory. We ask this in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, for there is no other name by which we can be saved or find true success. Amen.
We encourage you to shift your focus from self to Christ. Instead of declaring, *"This is my winning year,"* declare, *"This is the year the Lord has made; I will rejoice and be glad in it"* (Psalm 118:24). Seek God’s will in all things, and He will direct your path. Remember, *"Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established"* (Proverbs 16:3). Let your confidence be rooted in Him, not in competition or self-promotion. Walk in faith, humility, and obedience, and you will see the Lord’s hand move mightily in your life.