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Welcome Fear

Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.—Joshua 1:9 (NIV)
When you give in to fear and allow it to hold you back, you lose a piece of yourself. Acting out of fear is never the answer to living a faith-filled life. Instead of avoiding or recoiling, ask God to help you welcome the feeling of fear—knowing that you can move past it with His help.
Lord, because of You I can courageously look forward to tomorrow.
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The Sanctuary Within

The Lord gives strength to his people; the Lord blesses his people with peace.—Psalm 29:11 (NIV)
Commit your soul to God’s care. Close your eyes and leave the stress of the day in His hands. There is a sanctuary within yourself, a beautiful safe place where you are in the shelter of His love.
Heavenly Father, fortify me with Your peace. Help me rest in Your promise.
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Infinite Possibility

For to the snow he says, “Fall on the earth.”—Job 37:6 (ESV)
Every day is a new beginning open to brilliant opportunities. Just as the snow blankets the earth in beauty, God’s greatness goes beyond what He has created. His power is limitless, and your biggest dreams are possible.
Dear Lord, You are miraculously working in me—shaping me with Your love, beauty and wonder.
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Share the Good News

For, “Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.”—Romans 10:13 (NIV)
In Paul ’s letter to the Romans, he shares the importance of sharing the message of faith. Do you joyously help others on their faith journeys? Ask God to help you lead a life of love and service.
Heavenly Father, I long to bring growth and change to my life and the lives of those around me.
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Think Good Thoughts

In conclusion, my friends, fill your minds with those things that are good and that deserve praise: things that are true, noble, right, pure, lovely, and honorable.—Philippians 4:8 (GNT)
Norman Vincent Peale echoed the sentiment in the above Scripture when he wrote “We are either destroyed or made whole by the kind of thoughts we think.” What type of thoughts are you entertaining? The next time you feel overcome with worry or dark thinking, turn to God and bring heavenly light into your life!
Lord, I have the power to control what I think about, and You have the power to turn my darkness into light.
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Your Guide on the Journey

Show me your ways, Lord, teach me your paths. Guide me in your truth and teach me, for you are God my Savior, and my hope is in you all day long.—Psalm 25:4–5 (NIV)
When you feel lost in a situation or unsure of what to do, turn to God. He understands everything about you, your passions and goals, strengths and weaknesses—your purpose! Practice God’s presence by reading His Word and spending time with Him.
Lord God, show me Your paths! Teach me Your ways!
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A Grateful Start

Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; because this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.—1 Thessalonians 5:16–18 (NIV)
In this verse , “thanks” is translated from the Greek word eucharisteo, meaning “to be grateful.” As you just ended the year with thankfulness, begin with gratitude, knowing that as the future unfolds, God’s glorious presence is with you.
Lord, my grateful heart is filled with Your light, which will comfort and guide me through the bright days ahead.
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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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Be Good to Yourself

The angel of the Lord came back a second time and touched him and said, “Get up and eat, for the journey is too much for you.”—1 Kings 19:7 (NIV)
In the above verse, Elijah is feeling down and the angel of the Lord nudges him towards self-care. As you focus on doing good deeds for others in the new year, do not forget to give yourself something special. Treat yourself. You deserve it.
Dear Lord, thank You for teaching me the importance of nurturing myself and renewing my spirit by connecting with You.
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Eternally Grateful

Let your roots grow down into him, and let your lives be built on him. Then your faith will grow strong in the truth you were taught, and you will overflow with thankfulness.—Colossians 2:7 (NLT)
Gratitude will change your life. By being thankful, you reinforce your understanding of God’s goodness. When you are facing a situation that seems confusing or upsetting, thank Him for His understanding. Praise Him for His wisdom and guidance.
Heavenly Father, I can endure any problem because I know You are working on my behalf. I am safe in Your hands.
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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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Giving Beyond Material Wealth

Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.—2 Corinthians 9:7 (NIV)

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Unseen Rewards

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

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Joy in Every Moment

This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.—Psalm 118:24 (ESV)

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On the Right Track

But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.—1 Corinthians 15:57 (KJV)

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The Power of Good Judgment

If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him.—James 1:5 (ESV)

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The Wisdom of Trees

That person is like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in season and whose leaf does not wither—whatever they do prospers.—Psalm 1:3 (NIV)

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The Beauty of Nature

The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands.—Psalm 19:1 (NIV)

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The Armor of Faith

In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one.—Ephesians 6:16 (NIV)

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Ash Wednesday

I had only heard about you before, but now I have seen you with my own eyes. I take back everything I said, and I sit in dust and ashes to show my repentance.—Job 42:5-6 (NLT)

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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