SERIES: STARTING STRONG WITH GOD 2

DATE: 2nd of January 2026

AUTHOR: Evang Ademola Elemo
Scripture Reading:
“Blessed is the man who trusts in the LORD, and whose hope the LORD is.”
— Jeremiah 17:7

🕊️ MEDITATION
Every successful journey begins with the right foundation.
In life and in destiny, how you start matters, but more importantly, Who you start with matters even more.

Many people start seasons with excitement, plans, and resolutions, yet they forget to anchor their beginning in God. Strength that is not rooted in God soon fades, but strength that flows from God endures.

To start strong with God is to acknowledge Him as your source, your guide, and your sustainer. When God is involved from the beginning, confusion gives way to clarity, fear bows to faith, and effort attracts grace.

Starting strong is not about human energy; it is about divine alignment.

📌 KEY TRUTHS ABOUT STARTING STRONG WITH GOD

1. God Must Be Your First Point of Reference: When God comes first, direction becomes clear.
   Scripture:
   “Seek ye first the kingdom of God…” — Matthew 6:33
2. Trust Is the Foundation of a Strong Start:
   A strong beginning rests on confidence in God, not in self.
   Scripture:
   “Trust in the LORD with all your heart…” — Proverbs 3:5
3. God Blesses Beginnings That Are Committed to Him: What is surrendered to God is sustained by Him.
   Supporting Scripture:
   “Commit your works unto the LORD…” — Proverbs 16:3

🔍 REFLECTION QUESTIONS
What am I starting in this season?
Have I truly committed this beginning to God?
Am I trusting God fully or relying on my own strength?

🙏 PRAYER
Father, I commit my beginning to You.
I lay down self-confidence and receive God-confidence.
Go before me, order my steps, and establish my plans.
Let my start be strong, stable, and guided by You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

🔥 DECLARATIONS
I start with God — my path is broad.
Not by my might — the Lord’s my light.
I trust His way — from day to day.
Strong I begin — with God Always.

📌 ACTION POINT FOR TODAY
Consciously dedicate every plan you have today to God in prayer.