July 31, 2024

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Strength to Prevail

I love you, Lord, my strength.—Psalm 18:1 (NIV)

Get in the habit of asking Jesus for His help when you need courage. Pray, “Jesus, make me strong.” Know that He will empower you to overcome whatever challenge lies ahead.

Almighty Father, thank You for giving me the strength I need to rise above every obstacle, to endure what might seem unendurable—to prevail!

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The Power of “Amen”

The grace of the Lord Jesus be with God’s people. Amen.—Revelation 22:21 (NIV)

The word “Amen” is a Hebrew word meaning “Yes, this is true” When you end a prayer with “Amen,” you are asserting your belief that God will hear and answer your prayer. The last word in the Bible is Amen, signifying that all of God’s Word is trustworthy and reliable.

Dear Lord, align my thoughts and actions with Your word. May I strive to be as truthful and trustworthy as You. Amen.

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Your Best Response

God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.—2 Timothy 1:7 (ESV)

How do you respond to emergencies? Is your gut reaction to panic? The more you commit to spending devotional time with God, the more likely you are to stay calm during a crisis. You will keep a level head and feel His strength, rather than your fear.

Lord, the more time I spend with You, the more likely I am to respond to fearful situations with Your power and love.

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Brighter Tomorrows

Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.—Hebrews 11:1 (NIV)

Sometimes challenges can blind you to life’s goodness. The best way to refocus your energy to recognize blessings is to turn to God. Feel Him comforting your heart and whispering reassurances of His loving presence. He will help you see beyond the troubles of this world to reveal eternity’s unseen, glorious peace.

Dear Lord, I can trust that tomorrow will be brighter because You will help me see the beauty of my blessings.

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Pray. Hope. Don’t Worry.

But let all who take refuge in you be glad; let them ever sing for joy. Spread your protection over them, that those who love your name may rejoice in you.—Psalm 5:11 (NIV)

Saint Pio of Pietrelcina (Padre Pio) famously said, “Pray. Hope. Don’t worry.” These four simple words remind us that in life’s craziness, we can find peace. When you have a relationship with Jesus, you can be joyful despite any challenges or difficulties that you face. Your abiding faith will see you through.

Dear Lord, You are bigger than any problem I face. I trust You and know that everything will be okay.

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Good Things Out of Good Treasure

A good man out of the good treasure of the heart bringeth forth good things: and an evil man out of the evil treasure bringeth forth evil things.—Matthew 12:35 (KJV)

Jesus taught that your words mirror your true spiritual condition. When you have nurtured your faith, your words are good treasure. Conversely, your words can be evil if your focus is on anger, bitterness and resentment. Your outlook and disposition reflect whatever you have stored in your heart.

Lord, help me hold on to good treasure so that I speak out of the abundance of my heart.

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The Best Companion

A time is coming and, in fact has come when you will be scattered, each to your own home. You will leave me all alone. Yet I am not alone, for my Father is with me.—John 16:32 (NIV)

Are you comfortable doing things alone? This verse reminds us that fear should not stop you from experiencing life to the fullest. If you want to do something—rather than waiting to find someone who will go with you—recognize that any adventure can be possible with God as your companion.

Lord, thank You for being my closest friend—or encouraging me to explore new places and things and for going with me when I fear going alone.

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Let Your Strengths Shine

Nor do they light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a lampstand, and it gives light to all who are in the house.—Matthew 5:15 (NKJV)

Are you shining your light on others? Sometimes fear can stop us from moving forward on the path that God has placed before us. If you are feeling stretched in a new role that is opening up for you, pray. Ask God to help you refocus your energy—away from your insecurities and back onto Him.

Thank You, dear Lord, for believing in me, even when I doubt myself. Guide me to hand my vulnerabilities over to You so that my gifts and talents can shine.

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Slip into the Wilderness

But Jesus Himself would often slip away to the wilderness and pray.—Luke 5:16 (NASB)

Jesus often went off alone to spend time in prayer. Do you make time in your day to get lost in the vastness of nature—whether that be on a hike in the woods or a walk in the park? As you spend time with Him amidst the beauty of His creation, your faith will grow stronger and steadier.

Lord, You renew my strength in so many beautiful ways! Let me follow Your example and slip off into the wilderness to pray.

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God Removes Transgressions

As far as the east is from the west, so far has he removed our transgressions from us.—Psalm 103:12 (NIV)

This psalm reassures us that God completely forgives our wrongdoings. There is no transgression so great that He cannot completely forgive you. When you bring your regrets to God, He, in His mercy, removes all evidence of your offense.

Lord, thank You for forgiving my shortcomings and guiding me forward to a life that aligns with Your will and is graced by Your peace.

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Recall the Triumphs

Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.—Philippians 4:8 (NIV)

Do you ever find yourself calm and relaxed, and suddenly, your mind wanders, seeking a worry to fixate on? When this happens, shift your thinking to the many triumphs Jesus has orchestrated in your life. Recall the many times you were victorious because He took care of you.

Heavenly Father, when my mind wanders to fears and anxiety, draw my focus back to Your peace.

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A Life Transformed

For God, who said, “Let light shine out of darkness,” made his light shine in our hearts to give us the light of the knowledge of God’s glory displayed in the face of Christ.—2 Corinthians 4:6 (NIV)

Every morning, the rising sun transforms the sky, replacing the darkness with glorious beauty. The same is true for your life! When the light of Christ shines on you, you are transformed and can recognize the blessing of God’s glory.

Dear God, help me to center my thoughts on You. Fill me with Your light!

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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)