The beginning of the year is a great time to hit the "refresh" button on our walk with the Lord. However, some begin the new year just as difficult as they ended the previous year and are unable to "pause" and hit the refresh button. This is one reason it is beneficial to abound in our walk with the Lord each day, getting stronger before we need the extra strength, being “battle ready” before the next temptation comes, and getting closer to God than we were the day before. In today's episode, we will examine three areas in which we can abound in our walk with the Lord to be prepared for what this new year may bring.

When Jesus first came to this earth, a man named Simeon was "waiting for the consolation of Israel." It is unfortunate that so many people today are still waiting for the consolation to come, when in fact He is here. In this episode, we learn that believers can actually abound in consolation far more than they ever abound in suffering. This Christmas season, we can celebrate that the consolation has come!

Today's culture often emphasizes gratification more than gratitude. And while some may find it difficult to express gratitude amid difficult circumstances, believers can truly give thanks always for all things unto God. When believers are truly wrapped up in their relationship with Christ, recognizing all they have, and getting to know Him better each day, they will "abound therein with thanksgiving.”