For we walk by faith, not by sight.—2 Corinthians 5:7 (NKJV)
When things look dark or you are uncertain of the best course of action, instead of relying on your perception of the situation, turn to prayer. God has perfect vision. trust that He has everything under control.
Lord, the more I depend on You, the easier my life becomes.
And he said, “Abba, Father, all things are possible for you. Remove this cup from me. Yet not what I will, but what you will.”—Mark 14:36 (ESV)
Do you limit your prayers by holding back on asking God for help or by not praying for something that would really bring you joy? Take a moment and think about why you aren’t bringing these requests to Him.
Heavenly Father, I know that You care for me. Today I am going to share my deepest worries and dreams with You and trust that You know what is best for me.
Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.”—Luke 23:34 NIV
Even as Jesus faced unbearable suffering, He focused His prayers on the people hurting Him. Instead of calling out for wrath and destruction, Jesus called for mercy. His compassionate prayer amidst torture is proof of God’s absolute love for each one of us.
Lord Jesus, thank You for all that you endured on the cross for me. Every moment of every day, I grow a deeper understanding of the depth of Your love.
A very large crowd spread their cloaks on the road, while others cut branches from the trees and spread them on the road.—Matthew 21:8 NIV
Today is Palm Sunday, the first day of the most holy, grief-stricken and ultimately joyous week of the year. As you hold palm fronds in your hands, it’s the perfect time to rededicate your commitment to God.
Almighty God, I dedicate myself to You.
Altogether, Methuselah lived a total of 969 years, and then he died.—Genesis 5:27 (NIV)
The Bible is filled with amazing details like the one in the above verse. at 969 years old, Methuselah was the oldest man in the Bible. Yet the most amazing part of reading the Bible is what happens when the spirit of God speaks directly to your heart through His Word.
Lord, Your Word is alive, and I am blessed to have it working in my life.
Surely God is my help; the Lord is the one who sustains me.—Psalm 54:4 (NIV)
When things go wrong, or not as you had planned, turn to this scripture. God is the upholder of life. He can mend the broken pieces and help you find your way. Entrust Him with your problems and ask Him to give you clarity on a troubling situation.
All-Powerful God, You are my Rock, my Ever-Present Helper and the One who sustains me.
Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him.—Psalm 37:7 (NIV)
Being still is an important part of your spiritual growth. this verse isn’t about waiting for God to do something for you—it’s about making sure your heart is in the right place so that you are ready to experience His grace. Patience and faith work hand in hand to help you develop and be filled by God’s presence.
Dear Lord, I am here—waiting and growing, learning and trusting—fully committed to knowing You.
Now a woman, having a flow of blood for twelve years, who had spent all her livelihood on physicians and could not be healed by any, came from behind and touched the border of His garment. And immediately her flow of blood stopped.—Luke 8:43–44 (NKJV)
IS THERE A situation in your life that feels hopeless? this verse is a reminder that when you feel desperate, you can grab hold of Jesus. He can heal. most importantly, He has the ability to grant you grace even if your situation remains the same. His love can help you.
Father God, when life seems hopeless, I only need to reach out to You to feel better.
For we died and were buried with Christ by baptism. And just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glorious power of the Father, now we also may live new lives.—Romans 6:4 (NLT)
Following Jesus requires you to let go of old habits and negative thoughts so that you can experience the grace of new life. today, make a list of your limiting beliefs and behaviors. ask God to help you shed everything that is stopping you from living life to the fullest.
Lord Jesus, empower me to do Your will.
And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.—Colossians 3:14 (NIV)
Jesus asks you to be deliberate in your actions with others. in spite of hard feelings, He asks that you “put on love” and choose to forgive those who have harmed you. surrender your heart to Jesus and behave as He would. Deliberately choose love.
Lord, when I am feeling upset and want to turn my back against someone, guide my heart to put on love—and react as You would.
When anxiety was great within me, your consolation brought me joy.—Psalm 94:19 (NIV)
Even in desperate times, you can be filled with the joy of the Lord. He is your consolation. His Word can ease anxiety and bring you comfort. Know that He is with you. trust His power. His hand offers you grace and mercy.
Dear God, walk with me through each day. Help me to trust You more and to worry less.
“In the last days, God says, I will pour out my Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your young men will see visions, your old men will dream dreams.”—Acts 2:17 (NIV)
The Bible has many instances of God sending messages through dreams. if you aren’t already paying attention and jotting down the spiritual gifts you receive while you sleep—now is the perfect time to start. the more you focus on your dreams, the more likely you will remember them and find meaning.
Heavenly Father, thank You for the comfort and peace of a good night’s sleep. I pray for good dreams that guide and encourage me to live my best life.
Therefore I do not run like someone running aimlessly…—1 CORINTHIANS 9:26 (NIV)
Anxiety weighs down the heart, but a kind word cheers it up.—PROVERBS 12:25 (NIV
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)
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)
So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.—1 Corinthians 10:31 (NIV)
And the Lord answered me: “Write the vision; make it plain on tablets, so he may run who reads it.”—Habakkuk 2:2 (ESV)
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)
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)
So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.—Isaiah 41:10 (NIV)
And this world is fading away, along with everything that people crave. But anyone who does what pleases God will live forever.—1 John 2:17 (NLT)
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)
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
“Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.”—John 15:13 (NIV)
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)
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)
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)
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)
For the entire law is fulfilled in keeping this one command: “Love your neighbor as yourself.”—Galatians 5:14 (NIV)
This is my commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you.—John 15:12 (ESV)
Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times and in every way.—2 Thessalonians 3:16 (NIV)
