Do not remember the former things, Nor consider the things of old. Behold, I will do a new thing, Now it shall spring forth; Shall you not know it? I will even make a road in the wilderness And rivers in the desert. Isaiah 43:18-19
Ephesians 2:10, “For we are His workmanship [His own master work, a work of art], created in Christ Jesus [reborn from above – spiritually transformed, renewed, READY TO BE USED] for good words, which God prepared [for us] beforehand [taking paths which He set], so that we would walk in them [living the good life which He prearranged and made ready for us].” (AMP)
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My heart is a mix of emotions as I complete 51 orbits around the sun. I've faced the pain of losing loved ones and witnessed the indifference of humanity. But in the midst of it all, I'm grateful for God's gentle care and the reminder that we're all capable of kindness. Cheering to the lessons learned, the adventures ahead in 2024, the adventures that await us in 2024, and the unfailing love of our Heavenly Father that wraps us in wonders that comfort us. I wish you all a blessed 2024! ❤️
“Remember not the former things,
nor consider the things of old.
Behold, I am doing a new thing;
now it springs forth, do you not perceive it?
I will make a way in the wilderness
and rivers in the desert.���
Isaiah 43:18-19
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Thus said the LORD, which makes a way in the sea, and a path in the mighty waters;
Remember you not the former things, neither consider the things of old. Behold, I will do a new thing; now it shall spring forth; shall you not know it? I will even make a way in the wilderness, and rivers in the desert.
— Isaiah 43:16 and 18-19 | American King James Version (KJVUS)
The American King James Version is Produced by Stone Engelbrite. It is a simple word for modern word update from the King James English.
Cross References: Exodus 14:21-22; Exodus 17:6; Numbers 20:11; Deuteronomy 8:15; Psalm 77:19; Isaiah 11:15; Isaiah 65:17; Jeremiah 16:14; 2 Corinthians 5:17
Isaiah 43:18-19 NLT
[18] “But forget all that— it is nothing compared to what I am going to do. [19] For I am about to do something new. See, I have already begun! Do you not see it? I will make a pathway through the wilderness. I will create rivers in the dry wasteland.
Remember not the former things, nor consider the things of old. Behold, I am doing a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it? I will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert.” Isaiah 43: 18-19, ESV
2 Corinthians 5:16-18 (NLT). “So we have stopped evaluating others from a human point of view. At one time we thought of Christ merely from a human point of view. How differently we know him now! This means that anyone who belongs to Christ has become a new person. The old life is gone; a new life has begun! And all of this is a gift from God, who brought us back to himself through Christ. And God has given us this task of reconciling people to him.”
“Grace and New Beginnings” By In Touch Ministries:
“Because of the immeasurable grace of God, it’s never too late for a new life.”
“After a long winter, cherry blossoms emerge in splendor, signaling the arrival of spring and new life. Visitors travel great distances to experience the glorious spectacle in cities like Tokyo and Washington, D.C.
God’s grace, like the cherry blossom, brings beautiful new beginnings through faith in Jesus (Eph. 2:8). The gift of salvation is a gentle reminder that our past doesn’t define our future. The Lord, in His infinite wisdom and love, invites us to release yesterday’s burdens and embrace the promise of tomorrow.
In this season of newness, God’s grace urges us to look ahead for what is to come—though He never changes, He’s always doing a new thing. The prophet Isaiah reminds us that just as the cherry blossom signals renewal, God is continually working to bring new vitality and purpose into our life. “Do not call to mind the former things, or consider things of the past,” he writes. “Behold, I am going to do something new, now it will spring up ... I will even make a roadway in the wilderness, rivers in the desert” (Isa. 43:18-19).
Is your heart open to the transformative work of God? He can bring renewal and hope to your life, creating paths in desolate places where you may have felt lost or abandoned. God is a trustworthy guide. Follow Him.”
“The Lord brought me out into a broad place; He delivered me because He delighted in me.” (Psalm 18:19)
What wonderful, reassuring words. David was running for his life. But God rescued him and David could say, “The reason God delivered me from all my enemies is because I am precious to Him. My God delights in me!”
You are precious to the Lord! He says to you, “Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name; you are Mine. When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow you. When you walk through the fire, you shall not be burned.” (Isaiah 43:1-2) Perhaps you are going through a fiery trial, know this, the Lord Jesus is with you, and He will deliver you.