This is an encouraging word for the coming year, for those who will take hold of it, regardless of earthly circumstances! There are many promises and examples for us in the Word of God regarding the restoration of various aspects of our earthly lives, including; former prosperity (Zecaraiah 9:12), years lost (Joel 2:25), physical health (Psalm 41:3), mental and emotional well-being (Psalm 23:3), relationship with God (Lamentations 5:21), joy of salvation (Psalm 51:12), and former positions of influence/leadership (Daniel 4:36)! The Lord will restore these things that have been stolen and consumed in our lives, we just have to take these promises by faith!