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Free Yourself from Sin

Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us.—Hebrews 12:1 (NIV)

When Jesus told His followers to pray “Forgive us our sins” he was addressing our need for cleansing ourselves from guilt and the negative feelings that happen when we know we’ve done something wrong. If you are holding onto your misdeeds, pray for God’s forgiveness and then forgive yourself.

Heavenly Father, when I confess my transgressions You graciously provide me with the peace of forgiveness.

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The Future Awaits

Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.—Isaiah 43:18-19 (NIV)

Are you excited about tomorrow? If you find yourself feeling the blahs of day-to-day living, try something new. Pray for the energy and guidance to move forward— to learn a new hobby, volunteer where you’re needed, adopt a pet that needs a home. The time to do something new is now.

Lord God, I have no idea what you have in store for me, but I am excited. The future awaits!

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Seasons of Change

He has made everything beautiful in its time.—Ecclesiastes 3:11 (ESV)

The cycles in life, the seasons of change, are completely natural and part of God’s order. When you need reassurance and guidance turn to the Source of all wisdom. He will help sustain you through the ebb and flow of faith and times of uncertainty.

Dear God, I know you will never desert me. I surrender my troubles to You knowing that You will take care of me.

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True Eternal Value

And the world is passing away along with its desires, but whoever does the will of God abides forever.—1 John 2:17 (ESV)

Where do you place your worth? Does your confidence and happiness shift with the amount in your bank account or your latest accomplishment? When you shape your identity by doing God’s will, you’ll discover a new peace—and recognize the value in dedicating yourself to doing God’s work.

Lord, when I get confused or distracted by worldly goods turn my focus to what is most important—my relationship with You.

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God Is Opening a Door

See, I have placed before you an open door that no one can shut.—REVELATION 3:8 (NIV)

The next time you feel frustrated or trapped by a situation turn to this verse. God always has an open door, a way, an entrance to a better way of thinking or experiencing what you are going through. Don’t despair, instead turn to prayer.

Merciful Father, lead me to the open door.

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God’s Ways Are Higher

“For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,” declares the Lord. “As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.—Isaiah 55:8-9 (NIV)

God’s ways are higher than your ways. When a situation is confusing and something has happened that just doesn’t make sense no matter how much you think about it, let it go. Turn it over to God.

Dear Lord, when I feel that I need to figure everything out, remind me that You have it all under control.

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The Stone of Jacob

Early the next morning Jacob took the stone he had placed under his head and set it up as a pillar and poured oil on top of it.—Genesis 28:18 (NIV)

In this verse, Jacob set up the stone as a monument to commemorate the blessed place where he was visited by God. Do you have any markers or reminders that help you feel God’s presence? Reflect on your life and recall the many blessings He has given you.

Heavenly Father, I am in awe at the many times You’ve blessed me.

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Your Life Is His Masterpiece

For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.—Ephesians 2:10 (NLT)

God, the Divine Artist, has a beautiful life planned for you. When you offer yourself to God and dedicate yourself to be part of His vision, you will accomplish greater things than you can imagine. Your life becomes His masterpiece.

All-Powerful Creator, create in me an everlasting work of art.

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God Will Hold Your Hand

I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.—Isaiah 41:10 (NIV)

When you need to feel safe and in God’s presence, repeat the above verse. Close your eyes and imagine Him taking your hand. With His support there is no need to be afraid. He is with you, knowing the unknowns and helping you feel secure. You are safe.

Loving Father, thank You for protecting me, comforting me and guiding me through uncertain times.

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When You Stumble

As it is written: “See, I lay in Zion a stone that causes people to stumble and a rock that makes them fall, and the one who believes in him will never be put to shame.”—Romans 9:33 (NIV)

In any given situation, it’s easy to focus on what God should be doing—rather than accept what He is actually doing. If we seek God through our own works we will stumble, but if we faithfully depend on Him we will experience righteousness and salvation.

Our Heavenly Father, I surrender myself into Your hands. Through faith and humble dependence upon You I will not stumble.

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Do Mighty Things

David said to the Philistine, “You come against me with sword and spear and javelin, but I come against you in the name of the Lord Almighty, the God of the armies of Israel, whom you have defied.”—1 Samuel 17:45 (NIV)

When you are up against bad odds, draw courage and strength from God. There is no difficulty that you cannot overcome with God at your side. Together you have the power to accomplish mighty things.

Everlasting Father, I praise You for the many victories to come—there is no obstacle too big for You to overcome.

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Grow While You Wait

Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord.—Psalm 27:14 (NIV)

Waiting is part of the process of becoming the person God wants you to be—a time of growth where you experience the difference between your demands and His desires. When you surrender to His timetable, you realize He knows best.

Dear Lord, help me to see the good in waiting. Guide me to be patient and flexible, as I let go of the reins and trust Your timing.

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Keep Moving

Therefore I do not run like someone running aimlessly…—1 CORINTHIANS 9:26 (NIV)

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I’m Just Fine

Anxiety weighs down the heart, but a kind word cheers it up.—PROVERBS 12:25 (NIV

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Take Care of Your Whole Self

Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God— this is your true and proper worship.—Romans 12:1 (NIV)

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Free Yourself from Sin

Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us.—Hebrews 12:1 (NIV)

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Eat! To God’s Glory

So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.—1 Corinthians 10:31 (NIV)

Write the Vision

And the Lord answered me: “Write the vision; make it plain on tablets, so he may run who reads it.”—Habakkuk 2:2 (ESV)

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Move Forward

Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead.—Philippians 3:13 (NIV)

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Bless the Animals

So God created the great creatures of the sea and every living thing with which the water teems and that moves about in it, according to their kinds, and every winged bird according to its kind. And God saw that it was good.—Genesis 1:21 (NIV)

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Blessed Moments of Rest

So then, there remains a Sabbath rest for the people of God, for whoever has entered God’s rest has also rested from his works as God did from his.—Hebrews 4:9–10 (ESV)

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Follow His Lead

Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.—Romans 12:2 (NIV)prayer

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Straight to Heaven

Enoch walked faithfully with God; then he was no more, because God took him away.—Genesis 5:24 (NIV)

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Turning Evil into Good

You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives.—Genesis 50:20 (NIV) Bib

Prayer for Veterans Day

“Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.”—John 15:13 (NIV)

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Celebrate Our Freedom

I have chosen the way of faithfulness; I have set my heart on your laws. I hold fast to your statutes, Lord; do not let me be put to shame. I run in the path of your commands, for you have broadened my understanding.—Psalm 119:30–32 (NIV)

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Arbor Day Prayer

And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper.—Psalm 1:3 (KJV)

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Prayer for Earth Day

But God made the earth by his power; he founded the world by his wisdom and stretched out the heavens by his understanding.—Jeremiah 10:12 (NIV)

Knit to the Soul

As soon as he had finished speaking to Saul, the soul of Jonathan was knit to the soul of David, and Jonathan loved him as his own soul.—1 Samuel 18:1 (ESV)

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Accept One Another

For the entire law is fulfilled in keeping this one command: “Love your neighbor as yourself.”—Galatians 5:14 (NIV)

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A Village

This is my commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you.—John 15:12 (ESV)

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Four-Legged Love

Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times and in every way.—2 Thessalonians 3:16 (NIV)

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