It is not uncommon to mark the year 2020 as "The Year of Devastation". With the Australian bushfires to a dangerous virus imprisoning us in our own home, 2020 was not the best start into the new decade. Be not dismayed, however, as 2020 also helped many seek deeper and more refined goals to start anew. A great example for this is that many individuals decided to be in better physical shape or discover new talents in order to occupy themselves during quarantine. Many plan to make 2021 a better year, even God. God has a plan to make each year prosperous and fortunate. It is in His will to make sure we have hope to live on without fear or lack of purpose as stated in Jeremiah 29:11. We all want to start fresh and forget all the terrible events of 2020. While leaving the bad things in the past seems like a more effective and healthy option, don't forget that our past is the foundation to our future.

Remember the things that happen so that they may never happen again, but don't relive it. Never forget the sacrifice many people have taken to save the creatures of Australia or during the pandemic. Remember to practice safe social distancing, wear a mask, and wash or sanitize your hands frequently so that other do not get sick. Be safe and be blessed this year!

O Lord, our Father, we ask that you watch over us during the year. May those who need medical help be treated, those who serve be forever thanked for their sacrifices, and those who lost loved one be kept in our hearts and blessed during a trying time. Look over the world and protect us, encourage us to keep going and to never stop. Fill us with courage and prosperity as we live on another year. May you bless us and guide us through the next chapter of our lives. In Christ's name. Amen.