We have just completed the first month of 2022. Can you believe it? Some may have experienced a thriving month, and some may have struggled like the year before. But I am here to remind you that God wants you to thrive starting from this point on.
When I was growing up, like many others, we received mixed messages around the idea of wealth, riches, success, and prosperity. This way of understanding left us vulnerable to the extreme teaching that God loves when you have less and are suffering.
But to be honest, the God of the Bible, like any other Father, wants to see His children doing and living their best. Through my study and understanding, I could break free from the notion that I will always have to struggle, fight, and toil for God’s sake.
Boy, was I wrong!
Yes, He wants us to be humble and acknowledge Him as the source of all the good things in our life, which he is. But our Lord also wants to see us shine like a light on the top of the hill (Matthew 5:14-15). Through our thriving, others will see God and seek Him for their own life (Matthew 5:16).
What does it mean to THRIVE?
-
To grow or develop well or vigorously; prosper; flourish; gain in wealth or possessions; progress toward or realize a goal despite or because of circumstances.
I don’t know about you, but that is how I want to live. Instead of the opposite:
-
deteriorate
-
decline
-
wither
-
fade
-
fail
-
struggle
-
worsen
-
labor
-
perish
-
toil
-
break
-
drop off
I don’t know about you, but I don’t want any of those to describe me or my life.
So I wanted to remind you that God wants you to thrive with purpose, peace, wealth, contentment, and so much more through His word. People often forget that God is a giver, even when it’s hard, for the sake of loving us (John 3:16).
20 Bible Verses To Help You Thrive In 2022
(NLT Translation)
For I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord. “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope. Jeremiah 29:11
May he grant your heart’s desires and make all your plans succeed. Psalms 20:4
He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest. He is a shield to those who walk with integrity. Proverbs 2:7
The blessing of the Lord makes a person rich, and he adds no sorrow with it. Proverbs 10:22
But you promised me, ‘I will surely treat you kindly, and I will multiply your descendants until they become as numerous as the sands along the seashore—too many to count. Genesis 32:12
God wants you to live a good life.
And though you started with little, you will end with much. Job 8:7
My child, never forget the things I have taught you.Store my commands in your heart.If you do this, you will live many years,and your life will be satisfying. Proverbs 3:1-2
You will enjoy the fruit of your labor. How joyful and prosperous you will be! Psalms 128:2
Potiphar noticed this and realized that the Lord was with Joseph, giving him success in everything he did. Genesis 39:3
Study this Book of Instruction continually. Meditate on it day and night so you will be sure to obey everything written in it. Only then will you prosper and succeed in all you do. Joshua 1:8
God wants you to experiece all that He has for you.
Jesus looked at them intently and said, “Humanly speaking, it is impossible. But not with God. Everything is possible with God.” Mark 10:27
But thank God! He gives us victory over sin and death through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 Corinthians 15:57
And it is a good thing to receive wealth from God and the good health to enjoy it. To enjoy your work and accept your lot in life—this is indeed a gift from God. Eccleasiates 5:19
For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline. 1 Timothy 1:7
The Lord gives his people strength. The Lord blesses them with peace. Psalm 29:11
God wants you to triumph.
I will make you extremely fruitful. Your descendants will become many nations, and kings will be among them! Genesis 17:6
Fear of the Lord leads to life, bringing security and protection from harm. Proverbs 19:23
The children of your people will live in security. Their children’s children will thrive in your presence. Psalm 102:28
And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them. Romans 8:28
They will thrive like watered grass, like willows on a riverbank. Isaish 44:4
God wants you to experiece His love.
All in all,
This list of scriptures gives you a reference point and reminds you how God desires you to thrive despite the challenges we face o a day-to-day basis. Dive into the word yourself to better understand and use these God’s words in prayer. Speak these truths over yourself and thrive this year.
Share below which bible verse(s) you will be standing on for 2022.
If you need additional support in applying God’s truth to your life, I encourage you to reach out for a Confidence Chat.
And if you want to stay connected with resources for relationship-building, join the new Women Seeking Confidence Facebook Group here.
