Dr. Norman Vincent Peale said, “The person who sends out positive thoughts activates the world around him positively and draws back to himself positive results.” Make a point turning your negative thoughts into positive affirmations. Instead of saying “my life is a mess” say, “with God’s help, I am making positive changes.”

Feelings of unworthiness come in times of doubt, or tragedy, when you question why something is happening and feel distant from God. When you feel alone and unworthy, take a moment and say, “I am worthy of God’s love. I am worthy of His grace.”

In this Scripture, a group of men were so determined for their paralyzed friend to see Jesus that they broke through the roof and lowered him down. Is there a desperate situation in your life that needs a breakthrough? With determination and faith anything is possible; believe and be willing to break through the roof if you have to.

Is something that happened a long time ago hindering you from living a full life today? Ask God to help you release your emotional attachment to the past, to let go of your pain, worry or regret.

Tuck this beautiful verse into your heart. God is watching over you to keep you in all your ways. His amazing kindness surrounds and guides you. You can go through life with a contented spirit, knowing God watches over you—no matter what comes your way.

Being part of a faith community is an important part of your prayer life. Take time to meet with people that guide and encourage your relationship with God. Build friendships with others that share your interest in spiritual matters.

The next time you feel overwhelmed with tasks or emotions, turn to this verse and remind yourself that God is taking you “from strength to strength.” He is building you up and making you your best.

Everyone loves a happy ending, and when we build our faith here on Earth, as Matthew 25:21 promises, we will share in the Master’s happiness; the best happily ever after that you can imagine.

What is blocking you from experiencing God’s blessings? Is it unbelief? Every person has moments of doubt when we can’t see or don’t notice the signs of His handiwork in our lives. God doesn’t love us less during seasons of doubt. He is teaching us to walk by faith.

The Lord was with Abram when he called him out of Ur and He is with you when you are starting a new project or looking to make a change in your life. You have an invitation from Christ to move forward and ahead.

Don’t be so hard on yourself. When you reflect on your goals and where you are in your life, focus on signs of progress. Every step nearer to your goal is a success—something you should celebrate and feel good about.

The ability to see is a miraculous gift. Do you use it to fully take in your surroundings or do you just glance around? When you look do you truly see? Today really look at your world, your family, your life—and smile at the gifts you have been given.