As we approach the beginning of a new year, it’s common to look back on the one we just finished. The year 2023 was a journey that included various challenges, triumphs, and lessons that helped shape us into the people we are today. It is time to let go of the past and embrace the possibilities in 2024, not looking back or dwelling on the things of 2023.“Jesus said to him, “No one who puts his hand to the plow and looks back is fit for the kingdom of God” (Luke 9:62 ESV). Closing one door and opening another is not just a symbolic symbol of time passing. It is an invitation to embrace change, growth, and new beginnings. As we enter 2024, it is essential to approach it with a mindset that goes beyond the ordinary and mirrors the faith demonstrated by Peter when he walked on water. According to the Gospel of Matthew (14:29), Peter performed a miraculous feat by walking on water. One stormy day, Peter saw Jesus walking on the turbulent sea and expressed his desire to do the … [Read more...] about Closing the Door on 2023: Stepping Out in Faith into 2024