Many families are struggling through pains, sorrows and difficult situations behind false "happy" facades. We turn to the world or lean on our own flesh and efforts for deliverance. We're trying to get free from sin and curses that have been passed down our generational line, only to end up passing them on to our own children. The good news is that Jesus Christ has broken all generational curses. You have a new inheritance and a new Father, who gives you everything you need pertaining to life and godliness.

Chronic loneliness plagues many people in America and around the world. Some are lonely because they have been hurt and rejected by people; while others intentionally isolate themselves because of fear, self-pity or they are overly critical of others. The latter expect too much of people — trying to get from people what can only come from God. A third type of loneliness is that appointed by God. Sometimes loneliness is the only true, proper, pure and godly option.

Pastor Gary Wilkerson reminds us that God not only heals broken hearts but also changes the circumstances of our lives. Even if our dreams have died or things didn't turn out the way we wanted, God will be with us to heal our pain and bring about something better – a greater glory – than we might have otherwise expected.

Many are struggling with addictions and have already given up hope. You've tried and tried to find freedom only to end up disappointed yet again. Rather than have hope and believe God for the victory we put on a smile and say all is well, even though we are torn up inside. Some of us need to fall on our face before God and confess that all is not well. Not all miracles are instantaneous. Elijah had to try several things before finally bringing the Shunemite woman's son back to life. Jesus touched the blind man twice before his eyes were fully healed. "Better" isn't good enough for God.

God has given us an inheritance beyond what our natural mind can comprehend. We are an heir of God almighty and joint heirs with Jesus Christ. This message reminds us not to settle for the temporal but rather to give ourselves to Jesus and inherit that which is eternal. We have the riches of heaven available to us here on earth but it doesn't end here, we have eternal riches forever. Don't settle for the temporal lies of the devil, embrace Jesus and live the abundant life.

Some of us have come to a place where life feels like it has no meaning. We're drifting along with no purpose or intention. Life is filled with meaningless repetition. Beloved, your life matters to God. He has a plan and a purpose for your life and will give you the power to fulfill it. No life is without meaning in the Kingdom of God. You may feel like you're drowning in the pool of life, but let the breath of God resuscitate you and give your life direction, intention, purpose and power.

As you begin the new year, will you stop and consider how deep and how far you are willing to go with Jesus? Consider Jesus and go outside the boundaries of a scornful world, lay aside every weight and don’t allow your struggles to dominate your focus. We are to stand and fight for a people who are fighting against their own salvation. It’s all about people and all about those who need a Savior. Consider Jesus and go all the way with Him.

When we are indentified with Jesus, we will go through trials. This message reminds us that because Jesus laid down His life for us, we have everything we need to get us through difficult times. We have a trail mix, and when we walk along this journey we can put our hand in the bag and pull out whatever we need. Jesus provided for us a conviction of cleanliness and a persistent praise to keep us in the midst of the storm. In times of trial don't let the devil isolate you, get into the presence of God so He can search your heart and reveal His love to you.

If you put three geniuses in a room, they could not create something from nothing — only God can. It is man's role to arrange the things of creation in ways that bring honor and glory to God. Because of sin, man has failed in this role — primarily in the area of relationships. God placed man and woman in the garden to bring him glory. God asks us to be present with one another. Our presence always has implications, whether positive or negative. At Christ's birth it was time to create again. Jesus created something new. He wasn't just rearranging what was there.