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Don’t Miss the Great Moments

As Jesus and his disciples were on their way, he came to a village where a woman named Martha opened her home to him.—Luke 10:38 (NIV)
Have you eve r had a “Martha moment” where you were so focused on trying to make everything perfect that you actually missed the experience? In the above passage, Jesus is saying that your company is important—spending time with Him and spending time with loved ones. These moments are what make life good.
Lord, when I am running around attempting perfection, nudge me to sit down and enjoy the things that truly matter.
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Perfectly Simple

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)
When you are aligned with God’s will and are guided by His wisdom, your life becomes less complicated. Pray for the power to follow His guidance and not fight for your own wants. Commit to creating habits and choices that will lead you to live your best life.
God of All Grace, I am ready to live according to Your perfect will.
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Energize Your Life

I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.—John 10:10 (NIV)
If you feel stuck in your spiritual life, repeat this verse, and ask God to give your faith a boost. Know that His love dwells inside you. Take hold and believe His promises. A new season of prayer will begin!
Lord, when my faith is in the doldrums, guide me through and ignite my spirit with Your divine energy.
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God Hears You

“I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief!”—Mark 9:24 (NIV)
When you are worried and your faith is faltering, pray the above verse. Simply turn to Him in honest prayer and ask for help to overcome your doubt. You don’t have to be a powerhouse of faith for Jesus to hear your prayers.
Dear Lord, I believe in You. Please help lift my unbelief!
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A Change of Heart

No, I tell you, but unless you change your hearts and lives, you will die just as they did.—Luke 13:3 (CEB)
The ashes of Ash Wednesday are a symbol of repentance. Today, the first day of Lent, is a time to search your heart and surrender any habits, feelings, thoughts and actions that need to be transformed for you to be closer to God. Pray for a change of heart.
Loving Father, I long to live my life so that it pleases You.
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The Master Key to Success

Give me wisdom and knowledge, that I may lead this people, for who is able to govern this great people of yours?”—2 Chronicles 1:10 (NIV)
Solomon could have asked God for anything, and he chose wisdom. Wisdom is the key to living a happy and successful life. Without it, you can’t navigate choices in a healthy and positive way or fully experience and appreciate your blessings.
God, give me the wisdom to live my life according to Your Word.
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Hold God’s Hand

I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.—Isaiah 41:10 (NIV)
Read this verse, then close your eyes and imagine God taking your hand. He is with you; He knows the unknowns and will help you face any upcoming challenges. He longs to keep company with you, to walk beside you, holding you up when you need strength and guiding you when your faith wavers.
Loving Father, thank You for guiding me through uncertain times.
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A Time to Be Quiet

The Lord is in his holy temple; let all the earth be silent before him.—Habakkuk 2:20 (NIV)
Sometimes, it can be incredibly meaningful to stop praying and simply rest in God’s presence. Prayers don’t always need to be spoken. Instead, be sure to make time to sit quietly with Him. No words are necessary.
Lord, in the words of Ecclesiastes 3:7, there is a time to be quiet and a time to speak.
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Don’t Withhold Kindness

Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due, when it is in your power to act.—Proverbs 3:27 (NIV)
This verse asks you to reflect on the relationships in your life. Are you withholding a kind word or gesture from someone who deserves it? If someone comes to mind, ask God to help you correct the situation.
Heavenly Father, guide me to be generous with kindness. I want to make someone’s day better by letting them know they are valued and loved.
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For Those Who Wait

Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord.—Psalm 27:14 (NIV)
Is there a persistent prayer in your life that God doesn’t seem to be answering? When you struggle with the fear that God isn’t hearing you and is letting you down, share your frustrations with Him. Let Him know you are willing to accept His answer.
Dear Lord, grant me the courage to change my expectations and wants if that is Your plan. Help me to accept situations I wish were different.
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Led by the Spirit

For the Holy Spirit will teach you at that time what you should say.—Luke 12:12 (NIV)
Do you plan difficult discussions in your head—going over what you might say and rehearsing challenging conversations ahead of time? When you are approaching an uncomfortable meeting, pray and be open to hearing from the Holy Spirit. Follow His guidance. He will help you know the right thing to say.
Heavenly Father, when I am at a loss for words, speak through me.
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The Tears of Jesus

Jesus wept.—John 11:35 (NIV)
Have you considered the present tense of this verse? Jesus weeps. He cares deeply about you, and when your heart hurts, He feels your pain. You never have to suffer alone. Reach out to Him and He will wrap His loving arms around you.
My Lord Jesus, You are my Eternal Savior; You comfort me through life’s sorrows.
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Devotions for Good Health

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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)

Devotions for Inspiration

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Eat! To God’s Glory

So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.—1 Corinthians 10:31 (NIV)

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Write the Vision

And the Lord answered me: “Write the vision; make it plain on tablets, so he may run who reads it.”—Habakkuk 2:2 (ESV)

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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)

Devotions on Faith and Prayer

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Follow His Lead

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

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Straight to Heaven

Enoch walked faithfully with God; then he was no more, because God took him away.—Genesis 5:24 (NIV)

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Turning Evil into Good

You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives.—Genesis 50:20 (NIV) Bib

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The Measure You Use

Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.—Luke 6:38 (NIV)

Holiday Devotions

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Prayer for Veterans Day

“Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.”—John 15:13 (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)

Loved Ones Devotions

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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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