A NEW BEGINNING BY THE MERCIES OF GOD

A NEW BEGINNING BY THE MERCIES OF GOD

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Lamentations 3:22-23

Key Verse:
“It is of the Lord’s mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not. They are new every morning: great is thy faithfulness.” (Lamentations 3:22–23)

Supporting Texts: Psalm 103:8-12; Isaiah 43:18-19; Romans 9:16; Hebrews 4:16; 2 Corinthians 5:17

Description: A revelation that every genuine new beginning is sustained and secured by the unfailing mercies of God.

INTRODUCTION
Life is filled with seasons that expose human weakness, mistakes, losses, and disappointments. Many people approach a new season with fear because of past failures, unfinished battles, and regrets. However, Scripture reveals that God has made provision for fresh beginnings, not by human strength or merit, but by His abundant mercies.

Lamentations 3:22-23 was written in a season of deep national pain, yet it declares a powerful truth: God’s mercies are the reason survival, restoration, and renewal are possible. Even when circumstances appear hopeless, mercy interrupts judgment and opens the door to another chance.

This message reveals that a new beginning is not something you earn; it is something you receive. When you understand and align with the mercies of God, you can step confidently into a new season, assured that yesterday’s failures will not cancel tomorrow’s possibilities.

1. GOD’S MERCIES PRESERVE LIFE AND DESTINY
God’s mercy is the reason life continues and destiny remains intact.

a) MERCY PREVENTS TOTAL DESTRUCTION (Lamentations 3:22). Without God’s mercy, human weakness would lead to complete ruin, but mercy preserves life and purpose.

b) MERCY OVERRIDES JUDGMENT (Psalm 103:10). God does not deal with us according to our sins, but according to His compassion.

c) MERCY SUSTAINS IN DIFFICULT SEASONS (Isaiah 54:10). Even when situations shake, God’s mercy remains unmovable.

d) MERCY KEEPS DESTINY ALIVE (Romans 9:16). Progress is not by effort alone, but by God who shows mercy.

Biblical Example: Noah and his family were preserved by God’s mercy when the entire world was judged, ensuring the continuity of God’s plan for humanity (Genesis 6-8).

2. GOD’S MERCIES CREATE ROOM FOR A FRESH START
Mercy does not just preserve; it opens doors to new beginnings.

a) MERCY WIPES AWAY THE PAST (Isaiah 43:18). God’s mercy disconnects you from previous failures and disappointments.

b) MERCY INTRODUCES NEW OPPORTUNITIES (Isaiah 43:19). God’s mercy makes a way where none existed before.

c) MERCY RESTORES HOPE (Psalm 130:7). Where mercy is present, despair cannot dominate.

d) MERCY REDEFINES YOUR STORY (Micah 7:18-19). God’s mercy rewrites negative narratives and restores dignity.

Biblical Example: The prodigal son received a fresh start not because he deserved it, but because his father responded in mercy and restored him fully (Luke 15:20-24).

3. GOD’S MERCIES ARE RENEWED DAILY
God does not ration mercy; He renews it continually.

a) MERCY IS NEW EVERY MORNING (Lamentations 3:23). Each day carries fresh grace for progress and recovery.

b) DAILY MERCY MEANS DAILY HELP (Hebrews 4:16). God provides timely assistance for daily challenges.

c) NEW MERCIES MEAN NEW STRENGTH (Isaiah 40:31). Divine renewal empowers you to move forward without exhaustion.

d) DAILY MERCY PREVENTS SPIRITUAL STAGNATION (2 Corinthians 4:16). Inner renewal keeps faith alive and active.

Biblical Example: Israel received fresh manna daily, showing that God supplies what is needed for each day and season (Exodus 16:14-21).

4. A NEW BEGINNING REQUIRES ALIGNMENT WITH GOD’S MERCY
Receiving mercy must be matched with the right response.

a) HUMILITY ATTRACTS MERCY (James 4:6). God responds to those who acknowledge their dependence on Him.

b) REPENTANCE OPENS THE DOOR TO MERCY (Proverbs 28:13). Turning away from sin positions the heart for restoration.

c) FAITH RECEIVES MERCY (Hebrews 11:6). Trusting God allows His mercy to work fully.

d) OBEDIENCE SUSTAINS THE NEW BEGINNING (Deuteronomy 28:1). A fresh start must be protected by obedience.

Biblical Example: Peter was restored after denying Jesus because he responded in humility and obedience, and his destiny was preserved (John 21:15-19).

CONCLUSION
A new beginning is not a product of perfection but a gift of mercy. God’s mercies preserve life, erase the past, renew strength, and open the door to fresh opportunities. No matter how challenging the previous season was, God’s mercy guarantees that your story is not over.

As you step into a new season, embrace God’s mercy with faith and obedience. Let yesterday remain buried, and move forward confidently, knowing that great is the faithfulness of the Lord over your life.

PRAYER POINTS
1. Father, I thank You for Your mercies that have preserved my life and destiny.
2. Lord, let Your mercy speak for me where I have failed.
3. I receive grace for a fresh start by the mercies of God.
4. Father, disconnect me from every negative consequence of my past.
5. Lord, renew my strength by Your daily mercies.
6. I receive help and favour for this new season of my life.
7. Father, restore every opportunity I lost due to past mistakes.
8. Lord, align my heart to walk in obedience in this new beginning.
9. I declare that mercy shall open new doors for me this year.
10. Father, crown my new beginning with testimonies and joy.

PROPHETIC DECLARATIONS
1. You are stepping into a new beginning by the mercies of God.
2. Every failure of the past is losing its power over your future.
3. Fresh mercies shall speak for you every day of this season.
4. You shall not be consumed by past mistakes or regrets.
5. New opportunities are opening for you by divine mercy.
6. Your strength shall be renewed daily by the Lord.
7. Mercy shall preserve you from every form of destruction.
8. Your story is being rewritten by God’s compassion.
9. You shall walk confidently into your God-ordained future.
10. This new beginning shall end in testimonies and praise.