Scripture:

“And your ears shall hear a word behind you, saying, ‘This is the way, walk in it,’ whenever you turn to the right or to the left.” – Isaiah 30:21

Beloved,

As 2026 progresses, consciously lay down every ambition and desire that contradicts God’s purpose for your life. Take time to discover the reason for your creation and pursue it wholeheartedly with the help of the Holy Spirit. Purpose is not guessed, it is revealed.

This year and beyond, do not merely visit God’s presence; dwell there. It is in abiding that divine intelligence, clear instructions, and precise direction are downloaded.

You will need God’s revelation to navigate this unfamiliar year and bring it to a successful completion. When you remain close, His voice becomes clear – “This is the way, walk in it.”

2026 is filled with the beautiful and the difficult, the good and the challenging. Only those who walk closely with God will finish this year well and strong. Proximity to God determines clarity of direction.

This is another opportunity to do it right. Be intentional about beginning with God and allowing Him to lead while you follow. Those who learn to leave everything in God’s hands will surely see His hand in everything they do.

Avoid trial and error this year. Align with God’s way. Maximise your God-given potential to bring His Kingdom to earth in obedience to His purpose for your life.

You may plant and water, but the increase comes from God. Therefore, be wise, consult God first in every pursuit, every decision, and every step.

Prayer:

Father, help me to recognise Your voice and obey without hesitation.

Order my steps in the right way and keep me from paths that look good but are not Yours.

Teach me to trust Your guidance completely, that I may walk in Your purpose and finish this year strong in Jesus’ Name, Amen.

Adeolu Bakare