June 30, 2022
Sing with Your Mind
What am I to do? I will pray with my spirit, but I will pray with my mind also; I will sing praise with my spirit, but I will sing with my mind also.—1 Corinthians 14:15 (ESV)
Dr. Norman Vincent Peale said that the way to cast out fear is to fill your mind with God. Invite Him to work wonders in your life. Turn to the Source of love and power, and trust that there is nothing to fear.
Lord, when my thoughts turn dark, guide me to a new perspective that centers on Your love.
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The Path to Joy
Your statutes are my heritage forever; they are the joy of my heart.—Psalm 119:111 (NIV)
Living by His Word and walking with Jesus is the path to joy. Happiness can be fleeting, but the joy of God will live in you forever. When you love the Lord and accept His Word into your heart, you fully experience His grace.
Heavenly Father, Your Word sparks joy.
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Miracles Abound
Jesus did many other things as well. If every one of them were written down, I suppose that even the whole world would not have room for the books that would be written.—John 21:25 (NIV)
Life is filled with miracles. Meaningful moments of God’s presence grace each day. John wrote that the Bible is only a fraction of the many amazing things Jesus did. Take a moment and reflect upon the divine wonders you have witnessed.
Maker of Miracles, I am in awe of Your ways.
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Remove Doubts
Truly I tell you, if anyone says to this mountain, “Go, throw yourself into the sea,” and does not doubt in their heart but believes that what they say will happen, it will be done for them.—Mark 11:23 (NIV)
Take a minute to consider what mountains are stopping you from living your best life. What belief is holding you back? Stand boldly with Jesus and watch the power you have given to your difficulties disappear.
All-Powerful God, remove my doubts with mountainmoving faith!
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Your Passion Is Your Purpose
When he came and saw the grace of God, he was glad, and he exhorted them all to remain faithful to the Lord with steadfast purpose.—Acts 11:23 (ESV)
Jesus gave you passion and the ability to add purpose to your life. When you are feeling lost, turn to the things you are passionate about. What activities make your spirit soar? Ask God to help you make the most of the specific talents He has given you.
God of Compassion, may Your blessings be on all the work I do.
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Come and You Will See
Turning around, Jesus saw them following and asked, “What do you want?” They said, “Rabbi” (which means “Teacher”), “where are you staying?” “Come,” he replied, “and you will see.” So they went and saw where he was staying, and they spent that day with him. It was about four in the afternoon.—John 1: 38–39 (NIV)
Jesus is your Master Teacher. Be like the disciples at the shores of the Jordan River and spend the day with Him. Listen for His guidance and look to see what He is trying to show you.
Lord Jesus, I abide in You.
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Live Your Purpose
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)
Life’s trivial details can take up your time and impede you from reaching your goals and dreams. If you find yourself off track, ask God for His guidance. Are you in line with His will, or have you let the little things crowd Him out?
Dear Lord, You are the center of my life. Help me keep daily distractions at bay.
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Indeed Only One
“Martha, Martha,” the Lord answered, “you are worried and upset about many things, but few things are needed—or indeed only one. Mary has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her.”—Luke 10:41–42 (NIV)
Sit in God’s presence. Find a place away from the noise of life and spend time with Him. Give yourself permission to recharge, to let the to-do list go and sit at His feet. Making this devotional practice a habit will change the way you manage stress.
Heavenly Father, there is nothing more important than spending time with You.
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The Unpredictable Path
I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you.—Psalm 32:8 (NIV)
When you develop your faith and trust in God, you can relax and enjoy life. Sometimes the road ahead is predictable and planned. Other times, thrilling or unnerving detours arise. When unexpected turns appear, trust His plan.
Director of my steps, take my hand and bravely lead me down life’s unpredictable path.
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Stretched by Faith
Guide me in your truth and teach me, for you are God my Savior, and my hope is in you all day long.—Psalm 25:5 (NIV)
When you pray for God to change a difficult situation, you must be willing to give yourself in any way that might help resolve it. If you have been asking Him to help with a personal problem, allow His directions to shape your actions.
Lord, I know You love me and are at work in my life for good. I am here to do my part.
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Happy Father’s Day
But now, O LORD, you are our Father; we are the clay, and you are our potter; we are all the work of your hand.—Isaiah 64:8 (ESV)
Today as you celebrate Father’s Day, thank your Heavenly Father for supporting you and being there to help and comfort you. Know that by the power of His Spirit, all things are possible—and with Him on your side, you will always be fine.
Great Father in Heaven, thank You for the peace and security of living in Your presence.
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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)