The Year 2016: What Can We Expect?

The following statements are designed for encouragement and inspiration for 2016. Each year God does miraculous things for us because of His great love working within us. I believe we need direction and support while we live, breathe, and make decisions that impact our families and others around us. Here are my thoughts for 2016. I want purpose and direction for the Body of Christ, and I trust that one or more of these insights might help you in your walk with Christ this year.

2016 will be a ‘transitional year’ for the Body of Christ. We have had and there have always been transitional years designated by God. There are many illustrations and biblical examples of transitional years. God always says during those years to “Be courageous and bold, be faithful and obedient, and be fearless and dependent on the power of God.”

During transitional years God says, “Choose this day whom you will serve.” It will be one of those years—a time to choose God 1st; a time of decisions—choices between good and evil, and/or looking too and depending on God or ignoring the signs urgency and becoming complacent.

v 2016 will be a “transitional year” for the Body of Christ—do not expect things to continue as they once were. Be prepared and not surprised when things, events and traditional ways of thought take unexpected turns for good or bad.

v It is time to drop labeling within God’s Church. Try to avoid terms or identification wording that divides the Body of Christ. Such as ‘I am a Baptist’ or ‘I am a Charismatic’, rather strive for unity—we are meant to be ‘together in Christ’, not divided or unconnected.

v The ‘Media’ will not give us the complete picture or proper reasoning to making wise decisions. Do not depend on media sources to give you all the facts or means to make good decisions—it is God who is our wisdom, so depend on Him.

v The dependence on the Holy Spirit is critical this year. The Holy Spirit has many jobs to do and we often take little time to connect and depend on Him. Allow Him to comfort you, to guide you, to strengthen you, and bring the peace and presence of Christ to you each and every day.

v Sin will become even more attractive this next year. If there is one thing I feel God is telling me is to be an overcomer in all things. This year let’s learn to trust in God at all levels of life in our walk with Christ; to be fearless—circumstances should not dictate how we feel; to avoid and hate that which God hates; never lie or tell half truths; do not manipulate others for personal gain; and do not lift up or honor anything or political influence that which does not honor or glorify God (we have too many idols in America’s culture today).

v Strive to be ‘all in’! There will be even more and more Christians this next year that will not want to be a Christian anymore. They will say ‘I am a Christian’ but their lives, heart, and words are far from doing God’s will. We can no longer be part of this world and part in God’s world. During this transitional year apply yourself to be different—to be more Christ-like.

In conclusion, during this ‘transitional year’ strive to be holy and pure. Do not depend on what has worked in the past but let the Holy Spirit guide you. Avoid anything, which might appear to be evil to God—you will need His blessings in all you do.

The Transitional Year of 2016 is for the preparation of the coming years of the working of the Holy Spirit. We need to get ready. What God wants to do and is preparing us to do in His Presence (the Holy Spirit), which will be nothing short of miraculous.

This year will be either good or bad for each of us—depending on what we choose. So let’s say, “As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.”

Written by Steve the son of John for the Body of Christ.

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Dr. Steven J. Wentland www.wwjwmtd.com

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