April 9, 2019

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April Showers

Let us acknowledge the Lord; let us press on to acknowledge Him. As surely as the sun rises, He will appear; He will come to us like the winter rains, like the spring rains that water the earth.”—Hosea 6:3 (NIV)

Spring showers are a gentle reminder to pursue the knowledge of God. When your faith is strong you grow stronger. By seeking God, you develop a steadfast foundation that can withstand the storms of life.

Heavenly Father, I yearn to deepen my relationship with You.

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You’ve Got the Power

I can do all things through him who strengthens me.—Philippians 4:13 (ESV)

Is there something you would like to change about yourself? Be less critical? More patient? Pray more? It isn’t too late to change your habits. God stands ready to help anyone who truly wants to turn his or her life in a new direction.

I know, Lord, that through You I have the power to change anything in my life.

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A Spring Prayer

He who was seated on the throne said, “I am making everything new!” Then he said, “Write this down, for these words are trustworthy and true.”—Revelation 21:5 (NIV)

Spring is a special time of year. A time of renewal and beginnings. God gave us life and He alone can renew our spirits so that we experience each and every day to the fullest.

Heavenly Father, let me be open to Your presence so that I see beauty in the world You created.

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Life-Changing Thoughts

And Jesus said to him, “‘If you can’! All things are possible for one who believes.”—Mark 9:23 (ESV)

Dr. Norman Vincent Peale said, “Change your thoughts and change your world.” Your mind is a potent tool. It can work for or against you. It can help you achieve great victories or lead you down the road to inglorious defeat. You choose.

Lord, I believe. Help me see myself as You see me.

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Fill Me with Your Spirit

My soul thirsteth for God, for the living God: when shall I come and appear before God?—Psalm 42:2 (KJV)

Our faith is the victory that overcomes the world (1 John 5:4). If you feel like something is missing in your life, a hunger in your heart that you can’t seem to satisfy, the emptiness may be a spiritual one. Devote your energy to deepening your relationship with Christ.

Lord, You are the center of my life. Fill me with Your spirit!

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Apples of Gold

A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in pictures of silver.—Proverb 25:11 (KJV)

Whose life can you brighten today? Kind words and compliments are easy to say and often have lasting impact. Make the world a better place by using your words to accentuate the positive.

Lord, put healing words on my lips.

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Pray, Hope, Wait

Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.—Romans 12:12 (NIV)

Prayer is the key to every problem. If you are discouraged or worried about something, open your heart and let your prayers flow heavenward. With the Lord’s help, you can endure every challenge. Be patient and wait.

Heavenly Father, I thank You for the gift of prayer which shines Your glorious light on my dark thoughts.

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Perseverance Wins

“Come, let us go up to the mountain of the Lord, to the temple of the God of Jacob. He will teach us His ways, so that we may walk in His paths.”—Isaiah 2:3 (NIV)

Perseverance always wins. If you are having difficulty with some unreachable star, some unrelenting problem or a goal that seems impossibly far way, don’t lose faith. Keep going, keep praying, and you’ll come out a victor.

Lord, lead me to greater and greater things.

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Always a Student

And He opened His mouth and taught them.—Matthew 5:2 ESV

Jesus wants you to be a disciple, to keep learning and following Him throughout your life. He wants you to grow your mind and develop new skills that will help you be ready for any challenge. God wants to bless you with wisdom.

Lord Jesus, deepening my faith is a blessed lifelong journey. Thank You for being the greatest Teacher of all time

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In the Details

You are familiar with all my ways.—Psalm 139:3 NIV

Share the details of your life with God. Tell him everything, your hopes and dreams, worries and fears. Be assured that even when you are uncertain about the future, or can’t see the big picture, God knows your needs and desires. His plan is in action.

Heavenly Father, thank You for helping me today and every day, especially with the details.

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Set Your Spirit for More Light

“As long as I am in the world, I am the light of the world.”—John 9:5 ESV

The word “light” appears more than two hundred times in the Bible. Light represents the presence of God. Light gives us comfort and understanding. We strive to walk in God’s light. Today as we change the clocks ahead for Daylight Saving Time, consider the importance of light in your spiritual life.

Lord, today I will concentrate on setting my spirit to let in more of Your glorious light.

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Interruptions Happen

Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him and he will do this.—Psalm 37:5 NIV

Sometimes distractions pull us away from our time with God. Your best intentions for devotion can be detoured by a pressing need. Instead of getting upset, squeeze in time whenever you can. Commit your way to the Lord and trust that interruptions are part of His plan.

Heavenly Father, if a distraction needs my attention, be with me along the way and guide me back to You.

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Devotions for Good Health

Keep Moving

Therefore I do not run like someone running aimlessly…—1 CORINTHIANS 9:26 (NIV)

I’m Just Fine

Anxiety weighs down the heart, but a kind word cheers it up.—PROVERBS 12:25 (NIV

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)

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

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)

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You Deserve the Best

Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.—Colossians 3:23 (ESV)

Renew Your Mind

Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.—Romans 12:2 (ESV)

The World Needs Your Light

In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.—Matthew 5:16 (ESV)

Devotions on Faith and Prayer

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Sing a New Song

Sing to the Lord a new song; sing to the Lord, all the earth.—Psalm 96:1 (NIV)

Trust His Plan

Oh, that I might have my request, that God would grant my desire.—Job 6:8 (NIV)

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Release Old Hurts

The Spirit of the Sovereign Lord is on me, because the Lord has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim freedom for the captives and release from darkness for the prisoners.—Isaiah 61:1 (NIV)