Wrestling with God
Then the man said, “Your name will no longer be Jacob, but Israel, because you have struggled with God and with humans and have overcome.”—Genesis 32:28 (NIV)
Devotions for Faith and Prayer
Your Advocate and Counselor
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)
Your Hope Is His Word
You are my refuge and my shield; I have put my hope in your word.—Psalm 119:114 (NIV)
Manage Your Emotions
“Truly I tell you,” Jesus answered, “this very night, before the rooster crows, you will disown me three times.”—Matthew 26:34 (NIV)
Flawless Faith
In the same way, was not even Rahab the prostitute considered righteous for what she did when she gave lodging to the spies and sent them off in a different direction?—James 2:25 (NIV)
The Sting of Rejection
“The one who hears you hears me, and the one who rejects you rejects me, and the one who rejects me rejects him who sent me.”—Luke 10:16 (ESV)
No Regrets
See, I will create new heavens and a new earth. The former things will not be remembered, nor will they come to mind.—Isaiah 65:17 (NIV)
Jesus Is True Joy
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)
Clear Your Mind, Fill Your Heart
For I am the Lord your God who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will help you.—Isaiah 41:13 (NIV)
God Has Not Forgotten You
Remember these things, Jacob, for you, Israel, are my servant. I have made you, you are my servant; Israel, I will not forget you.—Isaiah 44:21 (NIV)
Let Your Suffering Refine Your Spirit
Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.—Matthew 11:28–30 (NIV)
Welcome Fear
Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.—Joshua 1:9 (NIV)
