God Promises His Goodness to Us
What if we went into a new year trusting that God promises His goodness to us? Then whatever happens, our hope lies in God’s goodness alone.
Because we never know what tomorrow holds, even after we’ve planned. None of us knew what last year would bring. So there’s not a sure-fire way to know what will transpire this year.
As most of you know, starting in November 2025, our world turned upside down when my husband Mike had a massive heart attack. But this I know, God promises His goodness to us—some way, somehow—every year.
And the Bible says God crowns our year with goodness.
Crowns. I imagine the three kings of Orient in a Christmas play. My mind’s eye pictures inauguration ceremonies of royal monarchs. Perhaps we envision crowning moments of beauty pageants. Or, iconic Disney princesses displayed in crowns that dazzle.
I even think of paper crowns from Burger King. And plastic versions adorned with jewels…the finishing touch to a little girl’s costume.
What if we went into a new year trusting that God promises His goodness to us? Then whatever happens, our hope lies in God’s goodness alone. Share on XGod Promises His Goodness
But tucked inside God’s Word we find a unique meaning for crown. The action verb used to describe a calendar year.
“You crown the year with Your goodness, And Your paths drip with abundance” (Psalm 65:11 NKJV).
“You crown the year with Your goodness, And Your paths drip with abundance” (Psalm 65:11 NKJV). Share on XGod Promises His Goodness Every Year
And we can know this: God doesn’t change. He’s the real crowned King, the only promise-keeper who always keeps His promises.
So we’re confident the Lord of lords and the King of kings will walk with us every step of the way in the new year. Every step.
Above all, I want my year crowned with God’s goodness. Not just any goodness. Our version of goodness—the human kind—often fails. People aren’t good all the time. Even crowned people.
Therefore, my heart longs for, hopes in, and believes God’s promise to crown January through December with goodness.
Although dark moments and hard circumstances may come my way, the Lord will bring good from whatever happens. Because even though we’re home from the hospital after 6 weeks and still have a long journey ahead. I’m reminded daily how we serve a good, good Father who cannot not do good. I trust Him.
Like Psalm 103:4b reminds us that it’s God “who crowns you with steadfast love and mercy” (ESV). A firm love and unwavering mercy shows off God’s divine goodness. Because goodness is not only something God does, but who He is.
The Goodness of God
The goodness of God tops inauguration ceremonies of presidents and kings. It trumps titles this world offers. Iconic symbols of earthly crowning moments? Each wanes in comparison to the only One worthy to wear a royal crown. Jesus Christ, the Son of God.
Yes, a new calendar year is here. Yet, a day is coming when I will wear a crown of gold (Psalm 21:3). The crown of life will be placed on my head (James 1:12), because Jesus wore a crown of thorns for me. And for you.
Lord, Thank you that no matter what tomorrow holds, You are good all the time and Your goodness never changes. Never. Share on XA New Year’s Prayer:
Lord, I worship You seated on the throne, high and lifted up. I magnify Your majesty and splendor. You are worthy to be praised and exalted above all earthly kings, authority and crowns. Help make my plans, my goals, and my dreams as You would have them this year. Thank you that no matter what tomorrow holds, You are good all the time and Your goodness never changes. Never. I cling to the promise that You will crown my year with goodness for in You alone is spiritual abundance. Lord, I crown You with many crowns and lay my earthly crowns at Your feet. In Jesus name. Amen.
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Amen, Karen! God is good, all the time, and we can trust Him in every circumstance throughout our lives to never change. To His goodness, be all the glory! Blessings to you and Mike, and may God continue to heal and restore Mike’s health.
Thanks so much, Martha. I love to remind my heart and soul that God cannot not be good. It’s not only who He is but also what He does. God bless.
Thank you Karen for the reminder of God’s goodness. When the weariness of life starts to bring me down, I forget how good and merciful God is and will always be.
Continued prayers for Mike’s healing and strengthening and for you and all the family as you continue on the journey.
Hey Regina, thank you for your comment and continued prayers. I think we all need reminding of God’s goodness. Especially when life is not good. But God is good all the time and His goodness never changes with our circumstances. God bless.
Karen,
My husband Mike and I watch your videos. We have been in prayer for Mike and you and Winston since we heard of Mikes heart attack. Thank you for the updates, we will continue to pray GODS goodness upon you all. GOD BLESS.
Donna, we so appreciate your concern and prayers for Mike and our family. We are glad to be home and Mike continues to get stronger every day. God bless you both! God doesn’t change. He’s the real crowned King, the only promise-keeper who always keeps His promises.
Amen. I’m resting in His Word and His promises. I’m continuing to pray for you all. Blessings.
Thanks so much, Melissa. “You crown the year with Your goodness, And Your paths drip with abundance” (Psalm 65:11 NKJV).
Amen Karen,
Bert and I continue to pray for Mike’s healing. I know as the primary caretaker it’s tough for you too! We pray for you as well. You are a total blessing to Mike.
God bless you both,
Bert and Michelle Martini
Thanks again to you and Bert. You both conitnue to enourage us with your comments and prayers! God bless!
Like Psalm 103:4b reminds us that it’s God “who crowns you with steadfast love and mercy” (ESV).
I’m so grateful for such good news, Karen! I’ve been praying for you both every single day!
Jessica, I know you have been praying and we so appreciate it. The Lord has sustained us and been with us on this journey. Mike is a miracle. God bless!
Karen, I still praise God for His goodness to you and Mike. And Winston. Yes, we don’t know what 2026 will bring. May we trust and serve our crowned Savior and Lord. I wish God’s richest blessings for you all.
Thanks for celebrating and praising with us, Stephen. We absolutely trust our risen Savior for His goodness to crown our year no matter what comes our way. God bless.
I want my year crowned with God’s goodness too. What a great way to think about the year. And I’m so thankful Mike is home and healing. We are covering you in prayer. Thanks Karen.
Thank you, Yvonne. We appreciate the continued prayers. God bless.
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