Here is a special Chinese New Year blessing poem and a collection of scriptures for the year ahead, blending traditional well-wishes with the eternal promises of God.
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A New Year Blessing
As lanterns glow and spring draws near,
I speak this blessing over you, my dear.
Not just the wishes of tradition old,
But promises from Scriptures told.
May the Lord bless you and keep you this year,
And replace every darkness with heavenly cheer.
May His face shine upon you with grace,
As you run this new year's race.
May He be gracious to you in every way,
Providing your portion day by day.
May He lift His countenance upon your soul,
And make your fragmented spirit whole.
In the Year of the Horse, whatever it brings,
Remember the Lord, the King of kings.
He who watches over you never sleeps,
His faithful promises He forever keeps.
May your home be filled with peace, not strife,
May the Lord Jesus be the center of life.
May your table be full, your heart be light,
And may His Word be your lamp at night.
For He who began a good work in you
Will be faithful to carry it through.
Happy New Year, blessings untold—
In Jesus' name, let faith be bold.
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Scripture Blessings for the New Year
The Aaronic Blessing:
"The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace." (Numbers 6:24-26)
A Future and a Hope:
"For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." (Jeremiah 29:11)
New Every Morning:
"Because of the Lord's great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness." (Lamentations 3:22-23) — perfect for a new year.
The Lord Will Watch Over You:
"The Lord watches over you—the Lord is your shade at your right hand; the sun will not harm you by day, nor the moon by night. The Lord will keep you from all harm—he will watch over your life; the Lord will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore." (Psalm 121:5-8)
Be Strong and Courageous:
"Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go." (Joshua 1:9)
A Fresh Start:
"Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!" (2 Corinthians 5:17)
Seek First His Kingdom:
"But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself." (Matthew 6:33-34)
Trust in the Lord:
"Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight." (Proverbs 3:5-6)
The Blessing of Obedience:
"Blessed shall you be in the city, and blessed shall you be in the field. Blessed shall be the fruit of your womb and the fruit of your ground... Blessed shall you be when you come in, and blessed shall you be when you go out." (Deuteronomy 28:3-4, 6)
Peace I Leave with You:
"Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid." (John 14:27)
His Mercies Are New:
"Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you. Show me the way I should go, for to you I entrust my life." (Psalm 143:8)
The Lord Is Your Keeper:
"He will not let your foot slip—he who watches over you will not slumber; indeed, he who watches over Israel will neither slumber nor sleep." (Psalm 121:3-4)
Abundant Life:
"The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full." (John 10:10)
God's Faithfulness Through the Seasons:
"As long as the earth endures, seedtime and harvest, cold and heat, summer and winter, day and night will never cease." (Genesis 8:22)
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A Prayer for the Day Ahead
Heavenly Father,
As this new day dawns and a new year begins,
I place it all into Your faithful hands.
Bless the work of my hands,
Guard my going out and my coming in.
Fill my home with peace,
My heart with gratitude,
And my mouth with praise.
May Your name be honored in all I do,
And may Your love be the foundation
Upon which this year is built.
In Jesus' name,
Amen.
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Gong Xi Fa Cai! May you prosper in God's richest blessings this New Year.
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