April 26, 2022
Future Blessings
Then Hannah prayed: My heart rejoices in the Lord. My strength rises up in the Lord! My mouth mocks my enemies because I rejoice in your deliverance.—1 Samuel 2:1 (CEB)
Even when it seems your prayers go unanswered, God’s grace is still operating in your life. Instead of feeling down or doubting His help, offer up praise of thanksgiving for blessings to come. Trust that God is faithful and always has your best interest at heart.
Lord, I know that You hear my prayers and that they are always answered according to Your will.
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The Highest Form
Imitate me, just as I also imitate Christ.—1 Corinthians 11:1 (NKJV)
God has called you to share His love with others. Just as the apostle Paul was placed in communities to help them experience His divine kindness, you, too, are called to help others on their faith journeys. Be a beacon—show others the way.
Heavenly Father, I long to be more like You.
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Acknowledge God
For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways; they will lift you up in their hands, so that you will not strike your foot against a stone.—Psalm 91:11–12 (NIV)
In the above verse, the devil misquotes scripture to tempt Jesus, deliberately leaving out “to keep you in all your ways.” it has been said that this exemption is a faith-filled lesson—as followers of God, we must acknowledge Him in all our ways, and He will direct and protect us.
Heavenly Father, I know that You are supporting me, even when my fears try to convince me I am alone on my journey.
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The Burden of the Word
The name Malachi means “my messenger.” This verse shows the responsibility of carrying the weight of God’s message. Being a follower of God isn’t a burden; it is a testament to the importance of the message that His servants carry.
Lord, I willingly hold Your messages deep in my heart and will follow Your guiding Word. I understand the great importance You hold in my life.
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Abundant Blessings
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.—Romans 15:13 (NIV)
Do you believe God has blessed you abundantly? What do those words mean to you? Your answer is uniquely yours, and no matter where you are in your life, no matter the problems you face, you can always reflect on the abundant blessings you have right now.
Lord, sometimes I get bogged down by small problems and completely overlook my many blessings.
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God Speaks in Signs
This, the first of his signs, Jesus did at Cana in Galilee, and manifested his glory. And his disciples believed in him.—John 2:11 (ESV)
One of God’s glories is the unique ways that He can reach you. sometimes His messages will come through signs and coincidences to let you know that you are on the right path. often, He will shower you with gifts and blessings to show He loves you and is looking after your well-being.
Awesome God, because of You every day is a new day of everlasting promise.
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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)
You have the ability to choose what you want to make of the gift of life. You have the power to decide what goals to achieve, not just today but over your lifetime. it’s your choice to pursue the best opportunities, the best relationships and the best version of yourself. You deserve it.
Heavenly Father, I know in my heart that I deserve the best, not only from myself but from others too.
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Easter Is Here
“Do you believe this?”—John 11:26 (NIV)
On this day we celebrate the miracle of Jesus’ resurrection. Easter is here and with it the most important message of all time. Because of Him, you do not need to be afraid of anything—not life with its uncertainties, not even death itself.
Almighty Jesus, You lifted the veil of darkness and filled the world with light.
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Preparation Saturday
Or have you forgotten that when we were joined with Christ Jesus in baptism, we joined him in his death?—Romans 6:3 (NLT)
Spend this quiet day between Good Friday and Easter as a day of reflection. think of the many ways Jesus reveals Himself as merciful, gracious, and full of faithful love, opening the way to eternal life for all who trust in Him.
Lord Jesus, You gave Your life for the salvation of the world.
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Jesus’ Prayer of Trust
Jesus called out with a loud voice, “Father, into your hands I commit my spirit.” When he had said this, he breathed his last.—Luke 23:46 (NIV)
Jesus’ last words are a beautiful prayer of trust and surrender. He was tortured and mere moments from death when He called out to God a prayer of unwavering faith. He didn’t whisper or think the words; He called out in a loud voice.
Father, into Your hands I commit my spirit.
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Abide in Me
Abide in Me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide in Me.—John 15:4 (NKJV)
At the Last Supper, Jesus told His disciples to abide in Him. abiding in Christ is to allow Him in. Fill your mind with His Word and let His instructions direct your actions. Stay connected to Him.
Lord, on this Maundy Thursday, I long to live in Your presence, knowing that my relationship with You is the most important relationship in my life.
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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)