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The Sweet Fragrance of Prayer

The smoke of the incense, together with the prayers of God’s people, went up before God from the angel’s hand.—Revelation 8:4 (NIV)
This verse gives a beautiful image of your prayers rising before God’s throne. When you pray, picture your prayers ascending to meet and please God. Your devotion to Him is treasured. Your prayers rise to meet  Him—they matter!
Lord God, in the words of Psalm 141:2 (ESV), “Let my prayer be counted as incense before You.”
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A Season of Waiting

We wait in hope for the Lord; he is our help and our shield.—Psalm 33:20 (NIV)
January can seem like a long month, and sometimes waiting on God’s timing can be frustrating and difficult. Fight the urge to run ahead of God. Pray and wait for guidance on what to do. Be honest and let Him know that you are becoming impatient.
Eternal Lord, help me to accept that waiting is a necessary part of Your plan.
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Thank You, Lord!

And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.——Colossians 3:17 (NIV)
When life takes a turn for the worse, trust that God has a plan and that there is a purpose for what you are experiencing. Even though you may not be happy with the circumstances, you can be grateful and thankful for His presence.
Lord, Thank You for loving me and for giving me hope even in the toughest times.
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God’s Healing Power

For I will restore health to you, and your wounds I will heal, declares the Lord.—Jeremiah 30:17 (ESV)
If you or someone you love is battling emotional or physical pain, turn to God in prayer. Fill your mind with the healing power of His Word. Read and reread healing scriptures such as Psalm 30:2, Psalm 103:3 and Jeremiah 30:17. Quiet your mind as you focus on God’s restorative power.
Great Physician, send Your healing power to all those who need it.
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Above All Things

Who shapes a god and casts an idol, which can profit nothing?—Isaiah 44:10 (NIV)
Are there false gods in your life? Are you chasing riches or prosperity? There is nothing wrong with wanting a comfortable life, but are you placing something else above God? God—and God alone—is worthy of worship.
Lord, teach me how to worship and serve You.
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Overflowing with Hope

May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.—Romans 15:13 (NIV)
Expect something amazing to happen today. Be encouraged, knowing that God is with you and that He will shine His blessings on your life. He will fill you with the peace and joy and energy of the Holy Spirit so that you will brim over with hope.
Lord, bestow upon me a new vision—a new hope!
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Jesus the Great Gardener

He asked her, “Woman, why are you crying? Who is it you are looking for?” Thinking he was the gardener, she said, “Sir, if you have carried him away, tell me where you have put him, and I will get him.” Jesus said to her, “Mary.”—John 20:15–16 (NIV)
When Mary Magdalene first saw Jesus, she mistook Him for the gardener. Take a moment and reflect on that. Envision Jesus as a gardener tending to your spirit. What beautiful blooms does He have planned for you in this new year?
Almighty God, I trust You to grow new life, to heal the broken parts of me and make me whole and hopeful.
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Grow in God’s Word

All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness.—2 Timothy 3:16 (ESV)
The Word of God grows with you. When you take on the daily spiritual practice of reading His Word, you recognize how personal Scripture is to you and your life. The Bible lifts you up and guides your heart. It always gives you what you need.
Lord, I am in awe of the power of Your Word.
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Your Ever-Present Help

God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.—Psalm 46:1 (NIV)
Make it a habit to remind yourself that God is with you and He will never fail you. He is present in your life, in any situation and He can help you. Relax and allow new hope to flood your mind.
Dear God, You have always cared for me, and I know that You are ever-present in my life.
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It Is Not About You

Then they said to him, “What must we do, to be doing the works of God?” Jesus answered them, “This is the work of God, that you believe in him whom he has sent.”—John 6:28–29 (ESV)
This verse is a reminder that your life’s work is not about what you want to accomplish. The true goal of your life is about God and centering your thoughts, focus and actions on serving Him.
Lord, what can I do for You today?
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God’s Crooked Lines

The heart of man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps.—Proverbs 16:9 (ESV)
There is a saying that “God writes straight with crooked lines.” His plan is not always predictable. Unexpected twists and turns can throw you off balance unless you are rooted in faith and ready to take on new experiences.
My Loving God, I am learning to appreciate Your unexpected directions, which lead me to grow in ways I never imagined.
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Right Now in This Moment

Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.—Matthew 6:34 (NIV)
When you feel worried about the future, focus on the now. Pray and ask God what He wants you to do, right now, right at this moment. Know that God is with you and your faith will see you through.
Lord, when I get off track and worry about tomorrow, lead me back to the here and now, and to the wisdom of Your Word.
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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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The Importance of Being There

I have much to write to you, but I do not want to use paper and ink. Instead, I hope to visit you and talk with you face to face, so that our joy may be complete.—2 John 1:12 (NIV)

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The Power of Personal Experience

Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God.—2 Corinthians 1:3–4 (NIV)

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Reward Yourself

The one who gets wisdom loves life; the one who cherishes understanding will soon prosper.—Proverbs 19:8 (NIV)

Big Thanks for Little Things

One person pretends to be rich, yet has nothing; another pretends to be poor, yet has great wealth.—Proverbs 13:7 (NIV)

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Before You Even Pray

Before they call I will answer; while they are still speaking I will hear.—Isaiah 65:24 (NIV)

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Fellowship with the Lord

We proclaim to you what we have seen and heard, so that you also may have fellowship with us. And our fellowshp
is with the Father and with his Son, Jesus Christ.—1 John 1:3 (NIV)

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Seek Justice

Do not pervert justice; do not show partiality to the poor or favoritism to the great, but judge your neighbor fairly.—Leviticus 19:15 (NIV)

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Praise for His Unfailing Goodness

And he passed in front of Moses, proclaiming, “The Lord, the Lord, the compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness.”—Exodus 34:6 (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)

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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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With a Song in My Heart

My heart, O God, is steadfast; I will sing and make music with all my soul.—Psalm 108:1 (NIV)

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