GLORIOUS SUNDAY SERMON OF 11TH JANUARY 2026 LESSON: LUKE 14:28-32 TOPIC: BEFORE A SUCCESSFUL YEAR 2026: TEXT: Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap. Galatians 6:7 (NKJV). INTRODUCTION Every successful year is first conceived before it is ever celebrated. Success does not fall from the sky like rain. It is prepared for. Planned. Worked toward. Maybe this is the uncomfortable truth we don’t like to sit with. You cannot repeat the same patterns, make the same excuses, maintain the same habits, and suddenly expect a different outcome. Scripture is blunt about this in Galatians 6:7. A successful year is not accidental. It is intentional. Be greatly reformed by the word in Jesus name. EXPOSITION: [1]. CLARITY BEFORE MOTION: Before movement, there must be direction. Many people are busy but not progressing. Why? No clear goal. Proverbs 29:18 says, “Where there is no vision, the people perish.” A successful year begins with defined goals. What exactly are you trusting God for? What must change? Jesus Himself said, “Which of you, intending to build a tower, sitteth not down first, and counteth the cost?” Luke 14:28. Clarity saves time. It also exposes excuses. [2]. MINDSET AND FOCUS: Success is first sustained in the mind before it is seen in life. Romans 12:2 tells us to be transformed by the renewing of our minds. A renewed mind understands that discipline is not punishment. Focus is not bondage. Distractions will always be loud, but purpose must be louder. “Looking unto Jesus… who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross” Hebrews 12:2. Focus keeps you moving when feelings fail. [3]. LEAVING COMFORT ZONES Nothing grows in comfort zones. Faith itself demands movement. God told Abraham, “Get thee out of thy country” Genesis 12:1 before greatness followed. New results require new actions. New seasons demand new obedience. Comfort may feel safe, but it is often the enemy of destiny. CONCLUSION THIS YEAR CAN BE DIFFERENT! Before a successful year, there must be honest reflection, deliberate planning, and courageous action. Prayer is vital, yes. But prayer without responsibility is self-deception James 2:17. This year can be different. But only if you are willing to be different. PRAYER Lord, give us clarity, discipline, and courage to prepare for the success You desire for us. Help us to act wisely and walk faithfully in Jesus' powerful name. Amen. GOODWILL MESSAGE May this year reward your obedience, your discipline, and your faith. HAPPY JOYFUL SUNDAY 🌞, HAVE A FANTASTIC WEEK. THIS WEEK, YOU ARE BLESSED BEYOND MEASURE! SHALOM. JESUS LOVES YOU; AND, HE TRULY CARES FOR YOU. BEFORE A SUCCESSFUL YEAR OF NOT! JESUS IS COMING BACK AGAIN SOON!! REPENT AND BE READY FOR HIM!!! 🙋With Love from Pastor M O Glorious, CAC Palace of Mercy, Royal District, Restoration Zone. 56 Zone B CDA, Damolapa, Laketu, Lucky Fibre, Ikorodu North, Lagos state, Nigeria. For prayer or counseling, pls contact us@ 08055646358: 09018952081 or peganmire[gmail].com #BeforeASuccessfulYear #PurposeDrivenLife #FaithAndDiscipline #IntentionalLiving #ChristianGrowth #KingdomMindset