March 29, 2021
Your Heavenly Lifeline
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.—John 14:27 (NIV)
Lord, thank You for always being near. Still my heart and calm my fear.
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Blooms and Blessings
The flowers appear on the earth; the time of the singing of birds is come, and the voice of the turtle is heard in our land.—Song of Solomon 2:12 (KJV)
Flowers in spring are a symbol of faith, a reminder that even though you may be feeling out of sorts the earth is in order and on schedule. There are times when everyone goes through periods when their faith is low and hope seems futile. To all who hold on, God promises renewal and rebirth as surely as the daffodils return each spring.
Lord, when I struggle, give me the faith to believe.
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When You Feel Like a Failure
Say to them, This is what the Lord says: “When people fall down, do they not get up? When someone turns away, do they not return?”—Jeremiah 8:4 (NIV)
Mistakes are part of life. When failure strikes, instead of getting bogged down by defeat and discouragement, say a little prayer and keep trying. God’s strength will give you the encouragement and courage to keep going forward so that you can persevere until you succeed.
Heavenly Father, by the grace of Your mercy and strength no matter how many times I fall, I can always get up.
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Help from Above
There the angel of the Lord appeared to him in flames of fire from within a bush. Moses saw that though the bush was on fire it did not burn up.—Exodus 3:2 (NIV)
Signs from God are rarely as clear as the burning bushes but most, if not all, believers have heard the still small voice that prompts all who listen. When you are burdened with a difficult decision, ask God for help. He specializes in complex situations.
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Only Christ Can Truly Satisfy
For He satisfies the longing soul, and the hungry soul He fills with good things.—Psalm 107:9 (ESV)
People search the world for something authentic and meaningful to fill the void in their lives only to discover that their emptiness is spiritual. Neither riches, fame nor anything else can provide the fulfillment that Christ can. Faith is the victory that overcomes the world.
Dear Lord, You are the missing ingredient in many lives. Help me witness the miraculous transformation Your presence brings.
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Shape the Future
For as he thinks in his heart, so is he.—Proverbs 23:7 (NKJV)
Your thoughts have tremendous power. They can work for you or against you, help you achieve great victories or lead you down the road to inglorious defeat. Be aware of how your thinking is shaping your future. Look to God to help you believe in your abilities so that you can become your best.
Lord, give me the vision to see myself as You would have me be. Give me the wisdom to let You run my life.
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When Fear Is Upon You
For the thing which I greatly feared is come upon me.—Job 3:25 (KJV)
Lord, when my heart beats fast from fear, help me remember that You are in charge.
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Celebrate New Life
Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creature; the old things passed away; behold, new things have come.—2 Corinthians 5:17 (NASB)
As the first flowers begin to push through the ground, rejoice. Spring is here. The glorious time to celebrate new life. Invite your spirit to be tilled by God’s Word.
Dear Lord, renew my spirit so that I live fully experiencing each and every day to the fullest.
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Trust God Wholeheartedly
The Lord is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust in him.—Nahum 1:7 (NIV)
Do you trust God in times of trouble or do you doubt His goodness and faithfulness? If you are having a crisis of faith, put your effort into knowing and loving Him more. Pray for help to overcome your doubt. He will fulfill your trust. He will never let you down.
Heavenly Father, help me to understand what is blocking me from putting all of my trust in You. Give me the peace I need to move my faith forward.
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Nothing Is impossible with God
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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God’s Light Shines Through You
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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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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
Be Kind to the Unkind
Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.—Romans 12:21 (NIV)
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)
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)
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)
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)
Accept One Another
For the entire law is fulfilled in keeping this one command: “Love your neighbor as yourself.”—Galatians 5:14 (NIV)
A Village
This is my commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you.—John 15:12 (ESV)
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)
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)