Get Back Up Again – MFM Youth Ministries

When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you; when you walk through fire you shall not be burned, and the flame shall not consume you. Isaiah 43:2

Now here’s the twist: the Bible calls young people to be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power. Thus, urging them to look beyond their physical strength, aim higher than academic success, and seek a purpose far greater than financial gain. But what do young people truly gain by seeking the Lord and His mighty power? Can it ever compa

Maybe 2024 didn’t unfold the way you hoped, or maybe it did! Perhaps you aimed for more but ended up with less, or maybe you experienced an overflow of blessings. Either way, 2025 is here and it’s time to get back up again.

Press Replay: One of the biggest challenges of success is maintaining consistency. How do you sustain it and keep winning? David fought countless wars throughout his life, but 1 Chronicles 18 reveals the source of his victories: The Lord made David victorious wherever he went. So, what was his secret? The key was God’s guidance. David continually enquired of the Lord (2 Samuel 5:19) and only acted on his instructions, securing victory every time. To keep winning in 2025, prioritize seeking God’s direction. Waiting for God’s perspective can be the defining difference between success and failure.

5 Keys for consulting God

Pray enquiry prayers that focus on seeking, asking, and knocking.
Meditate on scripture about being directed by the Lord.
Praise and worship with a heart of gratitude and expectation.
Be committed to a life of holiness and righteousness, as sin cuts success short.
Remain humble, knowing that success can intoxicate the flesh.

Seize Opportunities: An opportunity is simply the right time and circumstance to act. Learn to recognize and take possession of favorable situations. When God places a special purpose in your heart, he will bring opportunities to actualize it. Your responsibility is to identify and seize them. Opportunities are pivotal; they determine how far you’ll go in life. Be bold enough to untie your boat from the dock and let the wind of the Holy Spirit lead you into deep waters. Remember, God’s word about your potential is the only one that matters, so ignore the negative voices.

5 Keys for seizing opportunities

Conquer procrastination. Avoid letting delays rob you of progress.
Be diligent. Success demands hard work and discipline.
Have the courage to take risks. Step out of your comfort zone.
Be forceful. Success is not for the faint hearted.
Persist. Things will eventually align.

Have an awareness of time: Ecclesiastes 3:1 reminds us that there is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens. Life is much deeper than merely chasing victories. We all go through various seasons in our journey, each with its own purpose and lessons. As we step into 2025, embrace this new season with renewed hope in Christ. Whatever the past held, now is the time to rise again and move forward in faith.

5 Keys for living life with no regrets

In everything, thanks. Let the manifold presence of God overwhelm you.
Don’t carry the weight of yesterday—seek God’s forgiveness and make things right with Him.
Have hope and believe in the future. Better days are here.
Look good and feel good. Maintain a balance of Godliness and modesty in how you present yourself.
You’ve got a life to live and a destiny to fulfil. Start today or begin again.

Prayers

O heavens, release what my life needs in Jesus name.

Finger of God, move me forward in Jesus name.

Blood of Jesus, usher me into a new phase in Jesus name.

My divine dreams, come to pass by fire in Jesus name.Fire of God, fill me afresh in Jesus name.

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