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A Christian poem by Frances Ridley Havergal about welcoming another year with faith, gratitude, and a heart ready to serve God.
Every new year gives us a chance to reflect on the past and look ahead with hope. We may have plans and dreams for the coming months, but we cannot know everything that awaits us. Frances Ridley Havergal's poem Another Year reminds us that whatever the future brings, we can place our trust in God.
Through her beautiful words, Havergal encourages us to welcome another year with gratitude for God's blessings, a willingness to serve others, and a desire to grow in faith. She reminds us that even the quiet moments of waiting have a purpose when we place our lives in God's hands.
As you read this poem, think about how you would like to spend the year ahead. May it encourage you to appreciate each day, trust God through every season, and make this another year lived with love and purpose.
Updated November 11, 2026, by Catherine Pulsifer.
Another Year
Poet: Frances Ridley Havergal
Another year is dawning!
Dear Master, let it be,
In working or in waiting,
Another year with thee;
Another year of leaning
Upon thy loving breast,
Of ever-deepening trustfulness,
Of quiet, happy rest;
Another year of mercies,
Of faithfulness and grace;
Another year of gladness
In the shining of thy face;
Another year of progress;
Another year of praise;
Another year of proving
Thy presence "all the days";
Another year of service,
Of witness for thy love;
Another year of training
For holier work above.
Another year is dawning!
Dear Master, let it be,
On earth or else in heaven,
Another year for thee
Key Reflections In This Poem
- Trust God with the year ahead. We cannot know everything the coming year will bring, but we can trust God to guide us. Whether we are working, waiting, or facing uncertainty, His presence gives us strength and peace.
- Be thankful for God's blessings. Each new year brings opportunities to recognize God's faithfulness and grace. Havergal reminds us to appreciate His blessings and find joy in knowing He is with us each day.
- Make each day count. Another year is an opportunity to grow in faith, help others, and live with purpose. Through simple acts of kindness, prayer, and service, we can make a positive difference in the lives of those around us.
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Conclusion
Another Year reminds us that a new beginning is not simply about making plans or setting goals. It is also about how we choose to live each day. Frances Ridley Havergal encourages us to trust God more deeply, give thanks for His goodness, and look for ways to serve Him through our actions.
As another year begins, may we remember that every day is a gift. Some days will be filled with joy, while others may test our patience and faith. Yet through it all, we can find comfort in knowing that God walks beside us. May this year bring you closer to Him and fill your heart with gratitude, peace, and purpose.
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