March 30, 2022
Overflowing Faith
The Son is the radiance of God’s glory and the exact representation of his being, sustaining all things by his powerful word. After he had provided purification for sins, he sat down at the right hand of the Majesty in heaven.—Hebrews 1:3 NIV
In this Lenten season, know that God’s glory is all around you. Your joy is not dependent on your circumstances; it comes from trusting and praising Him in every situation. God created you to fully experience life.
Heavenly Father, Your love is so amazing. Thank You for showing me that no matter what challenges I face, because of my relationship with You, I feel Your grace. I am at peace.
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Plant Yourself In God’s Word
Yes, my soul, find rest in God; my hope comes from him.—Psalm 62:5 NIV
When you feel that the world is chaotic and spinning out of control, center your heart on God. Take a deep breath in as you reflect on His Word. Root yourself in Scripture by reading and rereading passages that focus on His profound peace.
Lord, in times of distress, grant me a time of stillness and fill me with Your peace.
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The Essence of True Living
The seed that fell among the thorns represents others who hear God’s word, but all too quickly the message is crowded out by the worries of this life, the lure of wealth, and the desire for other things, so no fruit is produced.—Mark 4:18–19 NLT
As you continue on your Lenten journey and spring begins to bloom around you, thank God for giving you a fruitful life. Because of Him, you let go of fear and worry and find true contentment. When you make Him the center of your life, you experience the true essence of living.
Heavenly Father, thank You for guiding me to see what truly matters so that I experience the blessing of bearing fruit that will last.
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Take Jesus at His Word
“Go,” Jesus replied, “your son will live.” The man took Jesus at his word and departed.—John 4:50 NIV
Sometimes Jesus asks us to act on faith and take Him at His word; the miracle comes after we follow His instruction. If you are stuck facing a problem pray for God’s guidance and ask for help in believing and trusting His power in your life.
Dear Lord, give me the courage to act on Your word—and to see beyond my problems to Your power.
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Countless Blessings Await
Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits.—Psalm 103:2 ESV
Dr. Norman Vincent Peale said, “A basic law: the more you practice the art of thankfulness, the more you have to be thankful for. This, of course, is a fact. Thankfulness does tend to reproduce in kind.” Each night, instead of rehashing the day or worrying about tomorrow, count your blessings and thank God for each of them.
Heavenly Father, You are my joy! Thank You for the countless ways you bless me.
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When You Let God Down
When you feel that you’ve let God down, it can be difficult to find the right words to pray. Asking for His mercy is a perfect place to begin. You can’t change the past, but you can release your regrets to the Lord and begin anew today.
Have mercy on me, Lord. Lift regret from my heart. Help me let go of the past and forgive myself as You have forgiven me.
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From Trouble to Triumph
And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another advocate to help you and be with you forever.—John 14:16 NIV
When something is causing you heartache, ask God to help you through it. When trials and troubles overwhelm you, trust that He will guide you through the ordeal. Remind yourself that from the perspective of a week or a month, a nagging problem usually vanishes from your mind.
Lord, show me how to put my problems into perspective.
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Remarkable Endings
Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!—2 Corinthians 5:17 NIV
It’s been said that no one can go back and start a new beginning, but anyone can start today and make a new ending. Is there a change you need to make in your life? God is ready to meet you where you are today, to wrap you in His arms and help you begin anew.
Heavenly Father, I am ready. Walk me into a new chapter of my life.
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Open Your Heart
He looked up to heaven and with a deep sigh said to him, “Ephphatha!” (which means “Be opened!”).—Mark 7:34 NIV
When Jesus healed the deaf man, he yelled out, “Be opened!” When you are open to trusting God, you are receptive to His guidance, help and healing. God is faithful. If you find yourself shutting down and facing a crisis of faith, close your eyes and pray, “Be opened!”
Dear Lord, I come to You open and ready for Your healing in my life.
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Welcome Spring
Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come. The old has gone, the new is here!—2 Corinthians 5:17 NIV
Today is the first day of spring! Reflect on the above verse and ask God to breathe new life into your faith and give you a renewed spirit. As nature begins to bloom, know that God’s work is also budding in your life.
Dear God, nurture my spirit and help me grow into the person You intend me to be.
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The Cure for Restlessness
Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.—Colossians 3:15 NIV
If you are feeling restless, fill your mind with God’s Word. “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest” (Matthew 11:28). “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). Let these verses sink deeply into your mind and spirit.
Heavenly Father, Your Word is a balm for my soul, a blessed oasis of rest and renewal.
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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)