January 22, 2022

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Beautiful Words

With the tongue we praise our Lord and Father, and with it we curse human beings, who have been made in God’s likeness. Out of the same mouth come praise and cursing. My brothers and sisters, this should not be. Can both fresh water and salt water flow from the same spring?—James 3:9–11 (NIV)

Jesus wants beautiful things to flow from your life—including the words that come from your mouth. You honor Him by being compassionate, encouraging and loving to others. The more that you allow yourself to be a source of His goodness, the better your life and the lives of those around you will become.

Heavenly Father, guide me to see that my words are important—not only what I say, but how I say them.

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Two-Minute Life Changer

Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.”—John 14:6 (NIV)

Start the new year right by making this life-changing practice a habit: for two focused minutes every day think only of Jesus. Fill your heart with His love. He understands you. He is perfectly aware and able to support you through your daily challenges.

Lord, I am ready to give You two minutes each day. I will devote my time to You and soak up everything You have to say.

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Keep Dreaming

“Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.”—Proverbs 16:3 (NIV)

Sometimes our dreams are a long time coming. Perhaps there are things on your bucket list that seem completely out of reach. Don’t give up. One of the greatest gifts God has given us is the ability to look ahead with hope and the drive to keep going after our dreams.

Lord, thank You for putting dreams in my heart and helping me keep the faith that some day I will reach them.

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Say Thank You

I keep my eyes always on the Lord. With him at my right hand, I will not be shaken.—Psalm 16:8 (NIV)

Start every day with a Thank-You to God, because no matter what you are going through, if He weren’t by your side, it would be much worse. Even on days when you aren’t happy about the circumstances, say Thank You for the comfort of not going through it alone.

Thank You, Thank You, Thank You, Lord, for being with me every single moment of every single day.

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Anchored in God’s Word

He who despises the word will be destroyed, But he who fears the commandment will be rewarded.—Proverbs 13:13 (NKJV)

The word of God is a compass for your life. The Bible will guide you and keep you safe, direct you to make the right decisions and to live your best life. In the Bible, there is an answer to every question. Continue reading and eventually you will discover what He wants to say to you.

Dear God, when I find myself adrift on the sea of life, Your Word anchors my faith and helps keep me strong and focused.

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Follow His Path

Show me your ways, Lord, teach me your paths.—Psalm 25:4 (NIV)

God will always lead you on the right path. If you have wavered from His instructions, ask for forgiveness, take His hand and get back on track. When temptations threaten your faith journey, help is just a prayer away.

Lord, when I am troubled by uncertainty guide me on Your path of unshakable faith.

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In Times of Trouble

Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.—Matthew 11:28 (NIV)

When life seems dark and you feel tired and alone, trust that God is there. Reach for His hand and ask Him to refresh your soul. Call out to Him and let His strength work through you.

Heavenly Father, help me to stay focused on my faith. Fill me with the brightness of Your love.

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Total Surrender

Whoever finds their life will lose it, and whoever loses their life for my sake will find it.—Matthew 10:39 (NIV)

Dr. Norman Vincent Peale said that prayer should be an act of surrender. Many of us struggle with this unconditional surrender. Yet once the leap of faith is made; once God is accepted at His word and we are forgiven and reconciled by His grace, there is only one question most people ask: Why did I wait so long?

Dear Lord, I surrender my old self to You. I trust You to make me new.

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A Perfect Prayer

We are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.—Ephesians 2:10 (ESV)

Recognize that you are God’s workmanship. You are created for good works! When you pray to God and open your heart to embrace His plans for you, everything changes. Priorities shift, confidence grows and with a humble spirit, you accomplish great things.

Lord, I am here and I love being part of Your glorious work.

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Winter Waiting

Wait for the Lord; be strong, and let your heart take courage; wait for the Lord!—Psalm 27:14 (ESV)

Of all the seasons, winter seems to be the one that requires the most patience. Waiting for God, praying patiently, accepting His silent answer, all of these things help strengthen your faith. If you are in a waiting season, don’t be discouraged—it is a spiritual exercise that builds your relationship with God.

Heavenly Father, just as I have faith that spring will come, I trust Your divine timing.

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Out of Your Mind

If we are “out of our mind,” as some say, it is for God; if we are in our right mind, it is for you.—2 Corinthians 5:13 (NIV)

The Apostle Paul was an extraordinary man who took extraordinary actions. Perhaps many at that time thought that he was out of his mind. Truth was, Paul’s love of God drove his actions and led him to lead an amazing life. He cared little about those who thought he was a fool.

Lord, God, I long to be moved by Your love and to put my love for You above how others think of me.

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Forward-Focused

Forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead, I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.—Philippians 3:13-14 (ESV)

Dr. Norman Vincent Peale coined the phrase “victorious forgetfulness”—the act of forgetting about whatever barriers keep you from letting go of the past so that you can have a prosperous and beautiful future. Forget your mistakes, your feelings of insecurity and fear. Focus on victory.

Our Heavenly Father, thank You for the great truth that if I believe in You, I will accept the great opportunities that await me tomorrow.

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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)