For nothing will be impossible with God.—Luke 1:37 (ESV)
In the above Scripture, the angel Gabriel tells Mary nothing is impossible. When you are feeling defeated and need hope in your life, turn to this encouraging verse that comes straight from the lips of a glorious angel.
Dear Lord, I believe that anything and everything is possible because of You.
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For we are co-workers in God’s service; you are God’s field, God’s building.—1 Corinthians 3:9 (NIV)
You work hard—in hand with God—and as a Christian you have a part to play in His plan to help others. Do you accept his invitation to be part of His great purpose? Will you partner with Him in the fruitful work of building His church?
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And then he told them, “Go into all the world and preach the Good News to everyone.”—Mark 16:15 (NLT)
Saint Patrick is said to have listened to his dreams and allowed them to direct his life. In one dream, he heard the people of Ireland calling out for him to walk among them. Shortly after, he began his priesthood studies. Do you listen to your dreams, or other ways God communicates with you?
Heavenly Father, I long to serve You. I am open to Your calling.
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When you embrace the fruit of the Spirit, your life becomes more fulfilling and satisfying. The closer you are to God, the more He shapes your actions, enabling you to manage difficult situations with love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, gentleness, faithfulness and self-control.
Lord, guide me to live by the Spirit, to respond to those in need with kindness, goodness and faithfulness.
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And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased.—Hebrews 13:16 (NIV)
Giving doesn’t have to be a burden or an obligation; instead, it should be an expression of our love, humanity and purpose. The best gift we can give ourselves is the joy we receive when helping and giving to others.
Dear God, help me to give generously to the causes I believe in and remind me that everything I give in charity, no matter how small, makes a difference.
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Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil. After fasting forty days and forty nights, he was hungry.—Matthew 4:1-2 (NIV)
The above verse boldly states that Jesus was led to the devil by the Spirit. Ever wonder why after being baptized Jesus needed to be tested in the wilderness? It’s because these difficult trials are a part of walking with the Lord. Jesus’ experience shows us that when God brings us to the wilderness, it’s for an important and eternal purpose.
Heavenly Father, I am a Christian, a child of God and no matter what trials I face, I will obey Your Word.
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Incline your ear, and come to me; hear, that your soul may live; and I will make with you an everlasting covenant, my steadfast, sure love for David.—Isaiah 55:3 (ESV)
When you read God’s Word, take your time. Don’t rush. Let the Scripture sink into your mind and heart. Deep listening allows something amazing to happen—His divine message is delivered powerfully into your spirit.
Heavenly Father, I incline my ear to You and open my heart and mind to Your wisdom.
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Overhearing what they said, Jesus told him, “Don’t be afraid; just believe.”—Mark 5:36 (NIV)
Dr. Norman Vincent Peale said, “Whenever a negative thought concerning your personal powers comes to mind, deliberately voice a positive thought to cancel it out.” If you are worried that you cannot accomplish a goal, don’t give up. Conquer your doubt with faith.
God of Peace, I believe in myself because Your abundance, peace and power are within me. I lack for nothing.
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The Lord’s…compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.—Lamentations 3:22-23 (NIV)
In a world where everything changes, life’s uncertainties and unexpected twists can sometimes make you lose your footing. When you feel off-kilter focus on the beautiful truth that God is always the same. He is always and forever faithful, the same yesterday, today and tomorrow.
Lord, I trust Your constant faithfulness and love. Your never-changing compassion enables me to keep moving forward in this ever-changing world.
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Yet I will rejoice in the Lord, I will be joyful in God my Savior.—Habakkuk 3:18 (NIV)
Despite challenges—job loss, illness, financial—you can be filled with joy because of your growing relationship with God. The more you rely on Him for your joy the less life’s ups and downs will affect you.
Lord, thank You for showing me that no matter what is going on in my life, I can be joyful because You are here. You are with me.
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But he that shall endure unto the end, the same shall be saved.—Matthew 24:13 (KJV)
Dear Lord, when I feel criticized and misunderstood, draw me closer to You. Renew my heart and mind with Your right thinking.
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But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.—Isaiah 40:31 (NIV)
This beautiful verse describes the greatest experience that can ever happen to you—spiritual renewal. By completely surrendering yourself to God and putting your faith in Him, you will feel His strength guiding you and giving you energy.
Dear Lord, renew my spirit so that I rise above life’s challenges and soar with the eagles.
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Therefore I do not run like someone running aimlessly…—1 CORINTHIANS 9:26 (NIV)
Anxiety weighs down the heart, but a kind word cheers it up.—PROVERBS 12:25 (NIV
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)
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)
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)
Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.—Colossians 3:23 (ESV)
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)
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)
Sing to the Lord a new song; sing to the Lord, all the earth.—Psalm 96:1 (NIV)
Oh, that I might have my request, that God would grant my desire.—Job 6:8 (NIV)
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)
Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.—Romans 12:21 (NIV)
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)
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)
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)
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)
For the entire law is fulfilled in keeping this one command: “Love your neighbor as yourself.”—Galatians 5:14 (NIV)
This is my commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you.—John 15:12 (ESV)
Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times and in every way.—2 Thessalonians 3:16 (NIV)
My heart, O God, is steadfast; I will sing and make music with all my soul.—Psalm 108:1 (NIV)
