Helen Keller wrote, “Believe, when you are most unhappy, that there is something for you to do in the world. So long as you can sweeten another’s pain, life is not in vain.” When you are suffering, allow Jesus to comfort you so that you may extend His comfort to others.

Thank God for always hearing your prayers, for being there and always listening to your needs. Praise Him for the many ways He has brought you comfort, blessings and encouragement. Praise Him for His greatness!

James and John were humiliated and angry when they asked for God to call the fire down. Revenge is not the answer. When you are upset, feeling hurt and rejected, ask God to heal your pain and change your focus to love and compassion.

Obstacles and problems help shape your faith, define your character and give you the opportunity to rise to life’s challenges with strength. Fight the urge to worry about tomorrow. Instead, focus on today and what you can do right now.

Your Heavenly Father is ever present, ever protecting, keeping you in His daily care. Whenever you feel stressed, turn to this verse and believe Christ’s promise: There is nothing to fear.

Just as your body needs water, your spirit thirsts for God’s presence. Open your heart to welcome the streams of living water to flow within you. Drink in His goodness and grow to bear spiritual fruit.

When you are going through dark times, keep moving and keep on putting your hope in Jesus, the Light of the world. Know that there is always light at the end of the tunnel, and every tunnel offers lessons that will help you grow. Every tunnel moves you forward to a destination.

This verse is a cautionary tale—a bold message of how not to live—shown by King Jehoram’s wicked life. A purposeful journey is built on love and acts of service and is guided by faith.

Breathe in God through prayer. Every day is a fresh start. Embrace the new. There is nothing to fear. God knows your past and is in control of your future. With Him in your life, you have all that you need. You are complete.

Even the strongest faith can be tested by devastating loss and change. When you feel your beliefs shaken, turn to this verse. Nothing throws Jesus off balance. He steadies you. He will never let you slip and fall.