"There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens… a time to weep and a time to laugh." — Ecclesiastes 3:1-4
As we step into a new year, we carry the memories of the past: the joys, the losses, the surprises, and the lessons. Life is a series of seasons, some heavy and some light, and God meets us in every one. Even when plans go awry, laughter reminds us that we are not in control—God is. Holy laughter is a mark of trust, gratitude, and hope. It transforms ordinary moments into glimpses of God’s presence and grace.
This year, let us embrace both the tears and the smiles. Let us thank God for sustaining us through challenges, for the unexpected joys, and for the gentle reminders of love that appear in the simplest moments. Let us carry forward the gift of laughter and the courage to trust God with what comes next.
Prayer:
Gracious God, thank You for guiding us through the past year with patience, mercy, and love. As we enter this new year, help us to trust You more deeply, to rejoice in Your blessings, and to find holy laughter even in challenging times. Fill our hearts with gratitude, hope, and joy, that we may reflect Jesus’ love to those around us. Amen.
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