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Live with Hope in Your Heart

For in this hope we were saved. Now hope that is seen is no hope at all. For who hopes for what he sees?—Romans 8:24 (ESV)

No matter what problems you face, it’s important to keep hope alive in your life. Hope is a great renewing force. Whenever difficulties and trouble come upon you, ask God to reassure you that things will get better.

Father, You are my refuge and strength, brighten my dark thoughts and fill me with hope.

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When Holidays Are Difficult

Never again will they hunger; never again will they thirst. The sun will not beat down on them, nor any scorching heat. For the Lamb at the center of the throne will be their shepherd; he will lead them to springs of living water. And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes.—Revelation 7:16-17 (NIV)

As we enter into the holidays, recognize that this time of year can be difficult for some people, especially if they have experienced a loss. If you or someone you love is going through a hard time, know that God knows the depth of your grief. He will comfort your heart.

Dear Lord, remind me to be gentle to myself during this difficult time. Lift me up when I am weak and help me find moments of peace.

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God’s Perfect Love

Jesus replied: “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.”—Matthew 22:37 (NIV)

Loving God is a process that begins by consistently spending time with Him. As you grow your relationship with Him, you become open to His ways and your priorities fall into place. Most importantly, you show your love for Him by sharing His love with others.

Dear Lord, I long to love You with every fiber of my being.

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Mind Set on God

I keep my eyes always on the Lord. With him at my right hand, I will not be shaken.—Psalm 16:8 (NIV)

Our minds frame our perspective and shape every experience. When you keep the Lord in your mind, you are anchored to the truth and power of His Word. You avoid thinking negatively and worrying about what-if scenarios. Instead, you can rest soundly knowing He is beside you, helping you along the way.

Heavenly Father, keep my heart open and my mind centered on You, every moment of every day.

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Prayer for Strength

Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but not with God; all things are possible with God.”—Mark 10:27 (NIV)

Sometimes obstacles seem so large that you might feel defeated, but God promises that because of Him, you have the power of His strength. With Him by your side, you can triumph over even the toughest problems.

Almighty God, I know that alone I am weak, but with You I have the strength to face even the largest mountains.

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Spiritual Fitness

My child, pay attention to what I say. Listen carefully to my words. Don’t lose sight of them. Let them penetrate deep into your heart, for they bring life to those who find them, and healing to their whole body.—Proverbs 4:20-22 (NLT)

Keep your faith in check. Make sure that you pray every day and not just when crisis strikes. Develop a deep connection with God. Share your fears and worries and ask for help with solutions before problems spiral out of control.

Heavenly Father, I don’t know what the future holds, but I know You hold the future.

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When You Fail, God Is Faithful

Do not throw away your confidence, which has a great reward.—Hebrews 10:35 (ESV)

Disappointments are part of life. When you don’t get what you want, hold tightly to your faith. Maintain confidence in yourself and in God, and recognize that often He has better things planned for you.

Heavenly Father, help me turn this disappointment around; give me a special answer to my prayers.

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Realize the Power

Jesus said to him, “If you can believe, all things are possible to him who believes.”—Mark 9:23 (NKJV)

Dr. Norman Vincent Peale said, “Realize the power that is within you, and you will no longer be the victim of a depressed spirit. And what is this inner power? Simply the God-given ability to believe.” The more you believe the better you will be able to master life’s challenges.

Father God, I believe that all things are possible because of You.

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The Perfect Ending

“Shout aloud and sing for joy, people of Zion, for great is the Holy One of Israel among you.”—Isaiah 12:6 (NIV)

End your evenings with prayers of gratitude. Right before you go to bed, instead of rehashing the day or worrying about tomorrow, thank God for your blessings. List everything that makes you happy, from the comfort of your bed, to the loved ones that make your life special.

Loving Father, You are my joy! Thank You for the countless ways you bless me.

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When Bad Things Happen

For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all.—2 Corinthians 4:17 (NIV)

At some point in life, something will happen that is so distressing that it leads you to ask God, “Why did this terrible thing happen?” You might even question your faith or His goodness. In this verse the Apostle Paul reminds us that our pain won’t last forever. God is good.

Heavenly Father, I know that my pain is temporary. Your glory is eternal.

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Listen to Jesus

You will keep in perfect peace, those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.—Isaiah 26:3 (NIV)

An important part of prayer is listening. Spend some of your prayer time talking and focusing on your problems, but then shift your worry to being calm and quiet so that you can hear His reassurance. Know that He is with you.

Lord, keep my mind focused on You.

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Perfect Timing

The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.—John 1:5 (NIV)

Daylight Savings Time ends today in most areas of the United States. As you change the clocks back, take a moment and reflect on the past year. Remember the many blessings God has given you. Visualize sunlight shining on the glorious moments of your past and see it extending its brilliant rays of light ahead into the future.

Gracious God, Thank You for Your Light; it is filled with the hope of glorious beginnings.

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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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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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You Deserve the Best

Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.—Colossians 3:23 (ESV)

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Renew Your Mind

Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.—Romans 12:2 (ESV)

Boundless Wisdom

To all perfection, I see a limit, but your commands are boundless.—Psalm 119:96 (NIV)

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The Power of God’s Spirit

So he said to me, “This is the word of the Lord to Zerubbabel: ‘Not by might nor by power, but by my Spirit,’ says the Lord Almighty.”—Zechariah 4:6 (NIV)

Righteousness by Faith

Abram believed the Lord, and he credited it to him as righteousness.—Genesis 15:6 (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)

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Alleluia! Jesus Is Risen!

Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die. Do you believe this?—John 11:25–26 (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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