Permission Slips: Starting Your Year With Confidenence

The last couple of years have been anything but easy. A worldwide pandemic, tumultuous elections, racial and social tensions…it’s been quite a ride. Now generally, January is a time of optimism—people are hopeful, believing the best about the future. But all of that craziness we’ve endured has led to an understandable unease about the upcoming year. You may be one of the millions who are wondering: “Will 2022 really be any different? How can I be confident about my future in the middle of so much uncertainty?” The good news? You don't have to limp into the new year with anxiety. God has given you permission—permission to hope, dream, and believe in the new year. No matter what comes…this year will be your year!

Part 1

January 8 & 9

Yes, You May (Always Been Yes)

Remember being young and asking for permission to leave the classroom? And then hearing those magic words that granted your request? “Yes, you may.” How would things change in your life if you believed that Jesus has granted you permission to live life to the full? That in fact, Jesus has always led with Yes—not No? God is saying that it’s time to regain your confidence and dream again, because in Jesus, God’s promises are always “Yes and Amen!”

Part 2

January 15 & 16

Consider the Source

So why should we be so confident about the future? It’s simple. Our “why” for our confidence is actually a “Who”—Jesus is the sole reason for our optimism! You see, our permission slip to view the future with hope is signed and validated by Jesus himself. We can boldly and confidently step into the future, knowing that Jesus himself goes before us preparing the way.

Part 3

January 22 & 23

Worry & “What If’s?”

After what we experienced the last two years, it makes sense to expect the worst to happen. COVID-19, inflation, job losses…everyone is worried. So what do you do with your worry and your “what if’s?” this year? How do you stay confident while at the same time recognizing the reality of the world? The answer may scare you and surprise you—but also give you hope that even the worst this year throws your way cannot shake your confidence and optimism.

Part 4

January 29 & 30

Making the Miracle

When you get a permission slip, it acts as a form of consent—it’s an “OK” to take action. And when it comes to this year being your year, that’s exactly what you have to do: act! That’s the way to make 2022 your year: by making it your year. Take action! Make the choices, make the decisions, and make the sacrifices you know will lead to a fulfilling future this year!