Title: Beginning the Year with Thanksgiving and Praise.

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Scripture: “Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name.” — Psalms 100:4  
Devotion: As we step into the very first Sunday of this new year, the psalmist reminds us of the posture with which we are to approach God: thanksgiving, praise, and blessing His name. The start of a year often brings fresh hopes, new goals, and sometimes lingering uncertainties. Yet before we ask for anything, the Word calls us to begin with gratitude.  
  Thanksgiving shifts our focus from what we lack to the abundance of God’s goodness. Praise lifts our hearts above our circumstances and centers us on His greatness. Blessing His name acknowledges that He alone is worthy of our devotion, not because of what He gives, but because of who He is.  
  This year, let your first steps into God’s presence be marked by gratitude for the past, praise for His faithfulness, and blessing for His holy name. As you do, you’ll find that thanksgiving opens the door to joy, praise ushers in peace, and blessing His name strengthens your faith for the journey ahead.  
Reflection:  
- What are three things you can thank God for as this year begins?  
- How can you make praise a daily rhythm in your life?  
Prayer:  
Lord, as I begin this new year, I enter Your presence with thanksgiving and praise. I bless Your holy name for all You have done and all You will do. May my heart remain grateful, my lips full of praise, and my life a testimony of Your goodness. Amen.  

©Dr Joel Olanrewaju, gbemide09@gmail.com. Please share your testimony with us here. Feel free to share this devotional with your contacts. 

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