December 31, 2022

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Hope for the New Year

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”—Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV)

What is your hope for 2023? Is it reaching a goal? Reconnecting with a loved one? Ask God to show you where you should focus your energy in the new year. What action will please Him? Where should you invest your effort and resources?

Lord, what can I do to make the new year my best yet?

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Thank You for Another Year

And so, Lord, where do I put my hope? My only hope is in you.—Psalm 39:7 (NLT)

Spend time thanking God for all He has done for you this past year. Reflect on the blessings and challenges that have helped shape you. When you delight in the Lord your heart shifts to a place that aligns your will with His.

Lord, thank You for another year of life—for Your guidance, understanding, comfort and love.

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Transform Your Heart

The Lord your God will change your heart and the hearts of all your descendants, so that you will love him with all your heart and soul and so you may live!—Deuteronomy 30:6 (NLT)

If you have been repeatedly asking God to change something in your life, why not try something new and instead ask Him to change you? In frustrating situations, ask for patience. If you are feeling low spiritually, ask for a greater faith. Feeling let down? Ask Him to guide you toward singing His praises.

Dear God, I am clay in Your hands. Make me new.

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Light in Lonely Places

He reveals deep and hidden things; he knows what lies in darkness, and light dwells with him.—Daniel 2:22 (NIV)

God knows the lonely, dark places of your life. When you feel alone, reach out to Him and pray for His light to shine on your path. Don’t be discouraged if the distance out of the darkness seems too far to travel. Know that He is with you every moment. He will guide you through.

Heavenly Father, give me the courage to keep going and the mercy and grace to help others facing dark situations.

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Trust the Outcome

The Lord directs the steps of the godly. He delights in every detail of their lives.—Psalm 37:23 (NLT)

Henri Nouwen wrote, “You can’t see the whole path ahead, but there is usually enough light to take the next step.” An important part of faith is understanding that when you put your journey into His loving hands, you can trust the outcome.

Lord, surprise me. I don’t need to see the whole picture. I am ready to experience Your mysterious ways.

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Every Day of the Year

After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem and asked, “Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his star in the East and have come to worship him.”—Matt hew 2:1–2 (NIV)

Continue the celebration of Christ’s love. When you feel peace and joy within yourself, you can pass that on to those around you. Bring Christmas joy into their hearts all year long, and help others to feel God’s reassuring presence.

Almighty Father, thank You for Your gifts to us. Show us ways to pass these gifts on to others throughout all the days of the year. Amen.

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Christmas Hope

For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the greatness of his government and peace there will be no end.—Isaiah 9:6–7 (NIV)

Christmas is here at last. Today, as we celebrate the majesty of Jesus’ birth, reflect on the miracle of Christmas. In the words of Isaac Watts: “Joy to the world! The Lord is come; let earth receive her King; let every heart prepare Him room, and heaven and nature sing.”

Lord, let Your birth awaken the peace and hope that lives inside me.

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Focus on Jesus

“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)

Give yourself the gift of letting go. Let go of the need to be perfect. Perfect gifts, perfect gatherings, planning the perfect day. When you focus on perfection you miss the most important part of the holiday. Instead, sit at Jesus’ feet and focus on Him.

Heavenly Father, tomorrow is Your day and I plan on keeping You the center of my celebration.

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Soar with the Eagles

But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.—Isaiah 40:31 (NIV)

When you are feeling overwhelmed by challenges, turn to God’s Word. Ask Him to help you remove all your doubts. Fully rely on His strength for the encouragement and endurance you need to feel empowered and to be able to face what lies ahead.

Dear God, when I put my faith in You, I soar above my problems and find Your heavenly peace.

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God Is with Us

The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel (which means “God with us”).—Matthew 1:23 (NIV)

God can transform an ordinary moment into an awakening experience. A beautiful sunrise, a perfectly timed yet unplanned meeting with a friend, a song on the radio that seems like a sign from beyond. When you open your heart to noticing God’s presence, you become aware of the beautiful fact that He is always with you.

Lord, thank You for the many ways You show me You are here.

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A Blue Christmas

My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.—Psalm 73:26 (NIV)

Many churches hold a Blue Christmas today, the shortest day of the year, to recognize that not everyone can embrace Christmas with anticipation. Some people may be struggling with loneliness, grief or the loss of a loved one. Today, pray for comfort for everyone with a grieving heart.

Dear Lord, bring comfort to all those feeling a sense of loss and loneliness. Enfold them in Your great love.

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Saved by Grace

For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God.—Ephesians 2:8 (NIV)

Faith is a gift. Lose yourself—all your fears and insecurities—in God’s great love. Know that He is always near you, helping and loving you, ready to guide you in every problem that you face. He will bring peace and calm to your troubled mind.

How wonderful that You, Almighty God, fill my life with Your greatness and glory.

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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)