Dear conqueror in Christ:
With exceeding joy I am welcoming you to the New Year bidding you to find your security in the Lord. As we begin the new year, we realize how much the world is crying for security, both physical and psychological security. In Abraham Maslow system of hierarchy of needs, security occupies the second place right after biological needs. Let me quickly reassure you that the Lord is your sure source of security as proclaimed by the psalmist: ”I lift up my eyes to the hills— where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth.“ (Psalms 121:1-2).
The Lord provides around the clock security. ”’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.“ (Psalms 121:3-4). Hold the confidence that he is your physical security, for ”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.“ (Psalms 121:5-6). The Lord is also your psychological security: “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. “Psalms 121:7-8. Trust in the Lord in 2024, for the Lord is the Rock of ages.
Excelsior
Bishop Leon