Happy New Year, friend! Welcome to a new day, a new year, a new adventure! Turning the calendar on January 1st always fills me with anticipation. (Yes, I still use a paper calendar - and I love it!) The uncertainty of what the coming year will hold is like catching a glimpse of the horizon but not being able to make out what will emerge just yet.
It’s in moments like these, when the path ahead feels unclear, that I’m reminded of a song that has deeply shaped my journey. The lyrics of "The Glorious Unfolding" by Steven Curtis Chapman helped bring me through 2014 (the darkest year of my life) with the hope that my story wasn't over yet. And true to God's faithfulness, Clothed with Truth emerged from the ashes in November of that year. If you're not familiar with the song, I highly recommend that you Google it - especially if you are in a dark spot today :) The chorus is especially fitting for the start of the new year.
"And this is going to be a glorious unfolding
Just you wait and see and you will be amazed
You've just got to believe the story is so far from over
So hold on to every promise God has made to us
And watch this glorious unfolding"
Through the joys and challenges of the past year - and as we step into the unknown of the year ahead - one truth has been my anchor: “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever” (Hebrews 13:8). In a world that seems to shift by the hour, this verse reminds me of the unchanging, steadfast faithfulness of our Savior.
As I think back on the past year, I see moments of joy and challenges - some expected, others completely out of the blue. Maybe you feel the same. Life has a way of surprising us, doesn’t it? But through it all, one thing has remained unshakable: God’s faithfulness.
The promise that Jesus never changes isn’t just a comforting thought - it’s the foundation I cling to. His love doesn't shift. His grace meets us right where we are, no matter how far we feel. His presence doesn’t depend on us having it all together. No matter where life takes us, He is there, just as He promised.
Whatever this year holds, I’m praying that you’ll feel the steady, unchanging presence of Jesus walking with you every step of the way. Let’s hold fast to His promises as we journey through 2025. We're in this together! Here's to the glorius unfolding! Happy Day 1!
Now, you know I love a good list! To help you embrace the new year with confidence, we’ve put together 25 of God’s promises straight from Scripture. Let these truths fill your heart with peace, hope, and joy.
1. God’s Presence – “The Lord Himself goes before you and will be with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged." (Deuteronomy 31:8)
2. God’s Plans – “‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.’” (Jeremiah 29:11)
3. God’s Peace – “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." (Philippians 4:6-7)
4. God’s Strength – “I can do all this through Him who gives me strength.” (Philippians 4:13)
5. God’s Provision – “And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of His glory in Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 4:19)
6. God’s Faithfulness – “Know therefore that the Lord your God is God, the faithful God who keeps covenant and steadfast love with those who love Him and keep His commandments, to a thousand generations." (Deuteronomy 7:9)
7. God’s Unchanging Nature – “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.” (Hebrews 13:8)
8. God’s Help – “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.” (Psalm 46:1)
9. God’s Guidance – “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight.” (Proverbs 3:5-6)
10. God’s Love – “I have loved you with an everlasting love." (Jeremiah 31:3)
11. God’s Salvation – “Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.” (Romans 10:13)
12. God’s Grace – “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” (2 Corinthians 12:9)
13. God’s Forgiveness – “If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.” (1 John 1:9)
14. God’s Rest – “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” (Matthew 11:28)
15. God’s Comfort – “As a mother comforts her child, so will I comfort you.” (Isaiah 66:13)
16. God’s Wisdom – “If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.” (James 1:5)
17. God’s Protection – “The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still.” (Exodus 14:14)
18. God’s Hope – “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him.” (Romans 15:13)
19. God’s Victory – “But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” (1 Corinthians 15:57)
20. God’s Joy – “The joy of the Lord is your strength.” (Nehemiah 8:10)
21. God’s Light – “The Lord is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear?” (Psalm 27:1)
22. God’s Goodness – “For the Lord is good and His love endures forever; His faithfulness continues through all generations." (Psalm 100:5)
23. God’s Healing – “He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” (Psalm 147:3)
24. God’s Power – “Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to His power that is at work within us, to Him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen.” (Ephesians 3:20)
25. God’s Eternal Life – “For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life.” (John 3:16)
May the steadfast promises of our Lord carry you through 2025 with strength and confidence. From our family to yours, we’re wishing you a safe, healthy, joyful and blessed New Year filled with His peace and love.
Sending much love and our warmest wishes from Williamsburg,
xoxo,
Deborah & Rhett
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I can't give enough stars for this shop!! Amazing customer service, great communication, and an obvious Christian based shop! I would 100% recommend just based on this! We received the necklace and it was beautifully wrapped and my daughter loved it. Great quality and beautiful! We will definitely be ordering for Clothed with Truth again! Thank you Deborah and Rhett!
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This bracelet is perfect for the women and teens in my life. The packaging is beautiful, too, saving me wrapping time. Shipped quickly and I received a personal phone call to help me clarify and update my order. The best customer service and personal touches I’ve ever experienced.
And in our world today we are so use to being disappointed it was breathe to my soul to receive these beautiful bracelets exactly as pictured and on time. While we know this isn’t always possible I particularly appreciated all the communication I received as the bracelets were in process and transport as well as the sweet note from the owners that was enclosed in the packaging. Thank you! You made me feel like I was getting a gift!
I reached out to the owners because I needed some larger quantities for an event. I was thrilled with the prompt and professional response. Deborah really was able to help with different choices and personalization's that made our gifts extra special. I cannot say enough about dealing with people who truly care about their customers --it SHOWS! It is a pleasure doing business with them, and everything I ordered was so very true to picture and much better quality than I was expecting for the cost. Really exceeded expectations!! I would highly recommend them for church groups, bible studies and anybody needing a beautiful gift. THANK YOU!
What a breath of fresh air to have a small business with excellent customer service. The item I ordered was shipped promptly. The day I received the item was a particularly stressful day so when I opened the package, I was pleasantly surprised to receive the item in a beautiful bag/box with a handwritten thank you note on the receipt. It certainly brightened my day and reaffirmed that there are good people in this world. I will definitely be purchasing again from Clothed With Truth. Thank you!
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The extra details truly make dealing with Clothed With Truth such a pleasure! I will certainly let my family and friends know about their wonderful services and products.
From the moment I placed the order, I knew exactly what was going on with it and where it was.
The piece is absolutely beautiful! I am beyond excited to give it to my niece as she makes her First Holy Communion this Saturday! The bracelet came in a white box with a pink ribbon around it, PLUS a pretty gift bag!! But wait, there is even MORE!! They sent a penny with a cross in it and a wonderful blessing! That will be an additional gift to my niece...and so special and heartfelt. I hope she will have it in her shoe on her wedding day one day!
Again, just an overall wonderful service. HIGHLY recommend! You will not be disappointed at all. And last, but certainly not least, it arrived so quickly!! Just a few days.