Psalm 42:11 NLT
Why am I discouraged? Why is my heart so sad? I will put my hope in God! I will praise him again—my Savior and my God!
May New Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, be deeply rooted in the steadfast hope that comes from knowing God—their Savior, their Rock, and their Redeemer. In times of discouragement, may they find their spirits lifted and their hearts comforted by the assurance that God is with them, always ready to guide them back to a place of peace and joy.
Let the community of New Bethlehem be marked by a relentless optimism, grounded not in the circumstances that surround them, but in the unchanging nature of God’s love and faithfulness. May they look to Him in every moment of sadness or doubt, and find reasons to praise Him, even in the midst of trials.
May the streets of New Bethlehem echo with songs of praise, as its residents find strength in their hope in God. Let this hope be a light that shines brightly in their homes, workplaces, schools, and places of worship, drawing others into the warmth of God’s grace and mercy.
As the seasons change and the years pass, may the people of New Bethlehem grow ever closer to the heart of God, experiencing firsthand the depth of His care for them. May they be a community that encourages one another to remember God’s goodness, to rely on His strength, and to rest in His promises.
Blessed be the town of New Bethlehem, where hope in God flourishes like a well-watered garden, and where every soul is refreshed by the streams of His love. May they praise Him again and again— their Savior, their God—for He is good, and His unfailing love endures forever.