Riding the Wave: 2026

As we look ahead to 2026, I sense it will be much like riding a powerful wave—full of rapid change, unexpected turns, and circumstances we did not see coming. Some of these moments will be good, others challenging, but all will test our faith and perseverance. Scripture reminds us that life will not be free of trials, yet God remains steadfast through every season (John 16:33, KJV).

When you are riding a wave, there are moments when it feels as though the water drops out from beneath you. Balance is lost. What follows can feel like chaos. But what appears as chaos is often only turbulence, not defeat. God is not absent in the shaking; He is present and powerful within it. “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble” (Psalm 46:1, KJV).

So when the wave feels unsteady—don’t fear, don’t doubt. Instead, praise the Lord. Pray for strength, and He will give it. God promises that those who wait upon Him will be renewed and lifted above the storm (Isaiah 40:31, KJV). Strength does not always come by removing the wave, but by teaching us how to ride it.

Our faith is anchored in Jesus Christ. He has demonstrated beyond the shadow of a doubt that He loves us, cares for us, and shields us. Christ fights for His people. Scripture declares, “The Lord shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace” (Exodus 14:14, KJV). We serve a God who owes us nothing—yet has given us everything through grace.

Through Christ we have been given faith, hope, and love. And the greatest of these is love, because love covers a multitude of sins (1 Corinthians 13:13; 1 Peter 4:8, KJV). God’s love is not fragile; it is enduring, sacrificial, and victorious. “We love him, because he first loved us” (1 John 4:19, KJV).

As we step into 2026 and beyond, let us love the Lord with our whole hearts. Let us trust Him when the wave rises, praise Him in the turbulence, and glorify Him in the calm. Jesus Christ is faithful yesterday, today, and forever (Hebrews 13:8, KJV).

To God be the glory.

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Closing Prayer

Heavenly Father,

We come before You with humble hearts, thanking You for Your mercy, Your strength, and Your unfailing love. As we enter 2026, help us to trust You fully, even when the wave feels uncertain beneath our feet. Replace fear with faith, doubt with hope, and weakness with Your strength. Teach us to praise You in every season and to love You more deeply each day.

Lord Jesus, we thank You for fighting for us, shielding us, and giving us everything though You owed us nothing. May our lives bring You honor and glory. We love You, we praise You, and we thank You so much.

In the mighty name of Jesus Christ we pray,

Amen.

T

Scripture References (KJV)

• John 16:33

• Psalm 46:1

• Isaiah 40:31

• Exodus 14:14

• 1 Corinthians 13:13

• 1 Peter 4:8

• 1 John 4:19

• Hebrews 13:8

To God be the Glory.

Thank You, Lord Jesus. ❤️