SO ENCOURAGE EACH OTHER WITH THESE WORDS
1 Thessalonians 4:12

Friday, September 16, 2016

Spirit

“And the Holy Spirit helps us in our weakness. For example, we don’t know what God wants us to pray for. But the Holy Spirit prays for us with groanings that cannot be expressed in words.”
Romans 8:26 NLT

Lord I want to continue to be Holy Spiirt led. I want to pray for things in my life that bring healing, peace and grace 

Thursday, September 15, 2016

Action often speaks louder than words

“And I am praying that you will put into action the generosity that comes from your faith as you understand and experience all the good things we have in Christ.”
Philemon 1:6 NLT

Actions often speak louder than words. Lord help me to put action to what I believe in a way that serves others and honors your name

Wednesday, September 14, 2016

Every life matters to God

1 Peter 1:18-19, “For you know that God paid a ransom to save you from the empty life you inherited from your ancestors. And it was not paid with mere gold or silver, which lose their value. It was the precious blood of Christ, the sinless, spotless Lamb of God.” (NLT)

Thank you Lord for saving me and showing me each day that my life matters. Remind me to share this same level of love to those around me 

Tuesday, September 13, 2016

There is victory with the Lord

“See, God has come to save me. I will trust in him and not be afraid. The LORD GOD is my strength and my song; he has given me victory.””
Isaiah 12:2 NLT

Thank you Lord that I find victory in your ways. Help me to trust your ways and find strength when I am weak 

Monday, September 12, 2016

Guard your heart

“Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life.”
Proverbs 4:23 NLT

Lord help me see past all the hurt and help my heart heal from all the pain. Show me how to allow my heart to be led by your Spirit. Protect my heart from stupid choices 

Friday, September 9, 2016

Live life and live through it all

“Don’t just pretend to love others. Really love them. Hate what is wrong. Hold tightly to what is good. Love each other with genuine affection, and take delight in honoring each other.”
Romans 12:9-10 NLT

Lord give me  a heart that is pleasing to you! Allow my heart to share you're level of love, your level of grace and your level of peace. Help me pass up things in this world that do not honor you

Thursday, September 8, 2016

The Lord protects from evil

“You who love the LORD, hate evil! He protects the lives of his godly people and rescues them from the power of the wicked.”
Psalms 97:10 NLT

Lord protect me from evil that I cannot see. Help me to live a life that is protected by you 

Wednesday, September 7, 2016

Unfailing love

“Long ago the LORD said to Israel: “I have loved you, my people, with an everlasting love. With unfailing love I have drawn you to myself.”
Jeremiah 31:3 NLT

Lord this is the love I yearn for. I want a love that never fails and lasts throughout time when all other things pass away

Tuesday, September 6, 2016

The depths of God's pleasures

“You will show me the way of life, granting me the joy of your presence and the pleasures of living with you forever.”
Psalms 16:11 NLT

God I want my life to be filled with you and your presence. I want to know the depths of your pleasures and not the pleasures of this world 

Friday, September 2, 2016

You are God and I am NOT

““Be still, and know that I am God! I will be honored by every nation. I will be honored throughout the world.””
Psalms 46:10 NLT

Lord I am reminded to be still in your presence and know that you are God and I am not. I am reminded that you are in control of all things! 

Thursday, September 1, 2016

Live in peace

“Work at living in peace with everyone, and work at living a holy life, for those who are not holy will not see the Lord.”
Hebrews 12:14 NLT

God help me each day to lead a life pleasing to you and show me to find myself in all the mess 

Wednesday, August 31, 2016

Find joy in the Lord despite the pressures of the world

“As pressure and stress bear down on me, I find joy in your commands.”
Psalms 119:143 NLT

Lord don't allow the pressures of this world take over. Remind me to find joy in your strength and know that you will carry me through 

Tuesday, August 30, 2016

Give your burdens to the Lord

“Give your burdens to the LORD, and he will take care of you. He will not permit the godly to slip and fall.”
Psalms 55:22 NLT

Lord I lay my burdens at your feet and hold on to the promise that you will take care of me 

Monday, August 29, 2016

The Holy Spirit lives in you

“Don’t you realize that all of you together are the temple of God and that the Spirit of God lives in you?”
1 Corinthians 3:16 NLT

Lord thank you for the Holy Spirit wisdom! Show me to use this wisdom for everyday decisions 

Friday, August 26, 2016

Be faithful and God will guard you

“But the Lord is faithful; he will strengthen you and guard you from the evil one.”
2 Thessalonians 3:3 NLT

Lord I need you everyday! Temptations linger around every corner to follow my ways instead of your ways. Help guard me and keep me on the right path 

Thursday, August 25, 2016

Speaking kind words

“Kind words are like honey— sweet to the soul and healthy for the body.”
Proverbs 16:24 NLT

Lord help me choose my words wisely! Help me encourage when I speak and speak blessings to those around me 

Wednesday, August 24, 2016

God is never changing

“God is not a man, so he does not lie. He is not human, so he does not change his mind. Has he ever spoken and failed to act? Has he ever promised and not carried it through?”
Numbers 23:19 NLT

Lord thank you for the reminder that you are never changing! You remain faithful every day. Help change my heart to do your will. Allow the challenges I face be defeated because you stand with me 

Tuesday, August 23, 2016

God will never abandon you

“So be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid and do not panic before them. For the LORD your God will personally go ahead of you. He will neither fail you nor abandon you.””
Deuteronomy 31:6 NLT

God I am encouraged that you have never abandoned me. Remind me that in my weakest moments, you are carrying me 

Monday, August 22, 2016

Seek to live in the presence of the Lord daily

“The one thing I ask of the LORD — the thing I seek most— is to live in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, delighting in the LORD’s perfections and meditating in his Temple.”
Psalms 27:4 NLT

Lord I want the reflection of my life to be seen through your grace and mercies! I am thankful for every moment 

Thursday, August 18, 2016

Allow wise choices to invade your heart

“For wisdom will enter your heart, and knowledge will fill you with joy. Wise choices will watch over you. Understanding will keep you safe.”
Proverbs 2:10-11 NLT

Lord thank you For wise choices and allowing your wisdom to invade my heart. 
Thank you for keeping me safe by placing understanding in my heart about your wisdom 

Wednesday, August 17, 2016

Be humble under God's power

“So humble yourselves under the mighty power of God, and at the right time he will lift you up in honor.”
1 Peter 5:6 NLT

In your timing Lord, use me the best way possible. Allow my actions to bring glory to your name 

Tuesday, August 16, 2016

The joy of the Lord is your strength

“...........Don’t be dejected and sad, for the joy of the LORD is your strength!””
Nehemiah 8:10 NLT

God thank you for reminding me of your promise! There are days when my sadness overwhelms me! Thank you that your joy is my strength!!! 

Monday, August 15, 2016

Pray through your troubles

“Rejoice in our confident hope. Be patient in trouble, and keep on praying.”
Romans 12:12 NLT

Lord thank you for reminding me to pray through my troubles! Thank you for helping me see that all my hope is found in you 

Friday, August 12, 2016

The Lord will mend your broken heart

“The LORD is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those whose spirits are crushed.”
Psalms 34:18 NLT

Thank you Lord for always being near when I need you the most. Thank you that even in my weakest moment you have never let me walk alone. Mend my broken heart. 

Thursday, August 11, 2016

The Lord is always watchful

“The eyes of the LORD watch over those who do right, and his ears are open to their prayers. But the LORD turns his face against those who do evil.””
1 Peter 3:12 NLT

Thank you Lord for always being watchful, for always listening to me in all my moments. Help me take the time to pray for each moment of the day, so that your protection continues to cover my life 

Wednesday, August 10, 2016

God knows of every moment in your life before it has ever happened

“O LORD, you have examined my heart and know everything about me.
You saw me before I was born. Every day of my life was recorded in your book. Every moment was laid out before a single day had passed.”
Psalms 139:1, 16 NLT

Lord I am grateful there is nothing that you don't already know about my life. You know my past, present and future. You know every second of every decision that will ever be made. I am thankful to you Lord that your plans are not my plans and help me accept the things I cannot see and the works you are completing on my behalf 

Tuesday, August 9, 2016

Live without condemning

“So let’s stop condemning each other. Decide instead to live in such a way that you will not cause another believer to stumble and fall.”
Romans 14:13 NLT

Lord help me to lift up those around me with encouragement instead of trying to bring them down. Help me understand that my words and actions can impact lives I touch and I want that impact to be positive and not negative 

Monday, August 8, 2016

Wise words and kind instruction

“When she speaks, her words are wise, and she gives instructions with kindness.”
Proverbs 31:26 NLT

Lord I want my words to have meaning when I speak. I want your love to be able to be demonstrated through my speech. I want kindness and enouragement to be the center of all things that I do. Help me in my quest to be a follower of your ways 

Friday, August 5, 2016

Surrender your thoughts to God

“I lie awake thinking of you, meditating on you through the night. Because you are my helper, I sing for joy in the shadow of your wings. I cling to you; your strong right hand holds me securely.”
Psalms 63:6-8 NLT

God I am reminded that even in my numerous thoughts, I am not alone. I want the focus of my thoughts to be surrounded by your guidance and wisdom. Help me make choices that are God inspired and to worry about nothing that you already have control over 

Thursday, August 4, 2016

Practice what you say in words

“Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.”
Philippians 4:9 NIV

Lord I hear you daily but often times I disregard the actions required to live what I have learned. Help me to make steps that draw me closer to doing and not just saying 

Wednesday, August 3, 2016

Be blessed with God's plans

“But the plans of the Lord stand firm forever, the purposes of his heart through all generations.”
Psalm 33:11 NIV

Lord I am thankful that your ways remain strong and true throughout time. I am encouraged that there is hope in all things you create! I pray for your firm footing and helping me not be led down the wrong path

Tuesday, August 2, 2016

Having an attitude and mind like God

“May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you the same attitude of mind toward each other that Christ Jesus had,”
Romans 15:5 NIV

Lord help me with an attitude and mind of a servant! Show me to live a life with you at my center

Monday, August 1, 2016

Honor God with the gifts he has given

“I always thank my God for you and for the gracious gifts he has given you, now that you belong to Christ Jesus. Through him, God has enriched your church in every way—with all of your eloquent words and all of your knowledge.”
1 Corinthians 1:4-5 NLT

Lord I am grateful for your gifts. Thank you for creating in me a desire to live a life honoring your ways. Help me see past my faults and grow in you each day 

Friday, July 29, 2016

Have faith in everything you do!!!

“This Good News tells us how God makes us right in his sight. This is accomplished from start to finish by faith. As the Scriptures say, “It is through faith that a righteous person has life.””
Romans 1:17 NLT

Lord I want my faith in you to determine my life's steps! Show me the way to living a life that honors you 

Thursday, July 28, 2016

The Lord's Word remains true

“For the word of the LORD holds true, and we can trust everything he does. He loves whatever is just and good; the unfailing love of the LORD fills the earth.”
Psalms 33:4-5 NLT

Lord I want to trust your ways in every area of my life! Help me see your word has remained true from the inception of time and there is no better truth than your love 

Wednesday, July 27, 2016

Allow your life to be led by God

“That is what the Scriptures mean when they say, “No eye has seen, no ear has heard, and no mind has imagined what God has prepared for those who love him.””
1 Corinthians 2:9 NLT

Lord thank you for your truths and promises beyond our simple minds. Continue to prepare me each day to use my God given mind to honor your ways and live your truths

Tuesday, July 26, 2016

God will help you endure your temptations

“The temptations in your life are no different from what others experience. And God is faithful. He will not allow the temptation to be more than you can stand. When you are tempted, he will show you a way out so that you can endure.”
1 Corinthians 10:13 NLT

Lord thank you for your guidance away from temptations. Help me see past the ways of this life and seek the promises of something so much bigger in you

Monday, July 25, 2016

Lord search me and correct me

“Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. Point out anything in me that offends you, and lead me along the path of everlasting life.”
Psalms 139:23-24 NLT

Lord thank you for correcting the wrongs in my life. Help me see past the thoughts that would have me believe the lies about grace and love, but replace these thoughts about the truth about your grace and love 

Friday, July 22, 2016

Seek God's help and do not interfere

“The humble will see their God at work and be glad. Let all who seek God’s help be encouraged.”
Psalms 69:32 NLT

Lord your help in all things is what I seek. I need to move out the way So you can do your great works without any interference from me 

Thursday, July 21, 2016

God's perfect love

“Such love has no fear, because perfect love expels all fear. If we are afraid, it is for fear of punishment, and this shows that we have not fully experienced his perfect love.”
1 John 4:18 NLT

The Lord helps us not fear the true meaning of love 

Wednesday, July 20, 2016

Do not be afraid

“This is my command—be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.””
Joshua 1:9 NLT

Lord thank you for the reminder that I am not to be afraid of anything, for you are with me through it all

Tuesday, July 19, 2016

Made Holy by Christ

“And I give myself as a holy sacrifice for them so they can be made holy by your truth.”
John 17:19 NLT

God thank you for Jesus and his holiness. Thank you that I can come before you shameless and guilt free. Remind me daily of your truths so I may be cleansed by your HOLY power

Monday, July 18, 2016

No judgment of others

““Do not judge others, and you will not be judged. Do not condemn others, or it will all come back against you. Forgive others, and you will be forgiven.”
Luke 6:37 NLT

Lord remind me that there is no place for me to cast any judgment on others. Help me see past the faults and then I will know what it means to truly love 

Friday, July 15, 2016

Your life in God's strong capable hands

““O Sovereign LORD! You made the heavens and earth by your strong hand and powerful arm. Nothing is too hard for you!”
Jeremiah 32:17 NLT

God I am reminded each day that my personal strength will never get me to my final destination unless I have you fighting with me. I am grateful that I don't need to lean on my own strength to get through each day, but trust that you always have my life in your strong capable hands  

Thursday, July 14, 2016

Living an awe inspired life with God's wisdom

“If you are wise and understand God’s ways, prove it by living an honorable life, doing good works with the humility that comes from wisdom.”
James 3:13 NLT

Lord I want to show humility in all my actions. I want to honor you in all my steps. Help me live a life awe inspired by understanding your wisdom 

Wednesday, July 13, 2016

Lord gives daily grace

“Make allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others.”
Colossians 3:13 NLT

Lord help me not focus on the ways I feel like I've been wronged, but instead remind me of daily grace 

Tuesday, July 12, 2016

Focused on God

“And now, dear brothers and sisters, one final thing. Fix your thoughts on what is true, and honorable, and right, and pure, and lovely, and admirable. Think about things that are excellent and worthy of praise.”
Philippians 4:8 NLT

Lord help me keep my focus on you and not the things or issues of this world. We are easily distracted by what surrounds us; remind us that when we focus on you, we remain steadfast on your promises 

Monday, July 11, 2016

Praying through every moment and find God's peace and hope

“Always be joyful. Never stop praying. Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus.”
1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 NLT

Lord remind me to pray through everything, through pain, through joy, through every moment. Remind me that you have claimed me as yours and I am grateful that there is everlasting peace and hope in you 

Friday, July 8, 2016

Real love is true sacrifice

“This is real love—not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as a sacrifice to take away our sins.”
1 John 4:10 NLT

Thank you Lord for the ultimate sacrifice. Thank you for Jesus and his gift of eternal life with you sinless and blameless, your love shown in a rare form  which is the blood at the cross 

Thursday, July 7, 2016

Suffering are just small moments in life preparing us for bigger things

“Yet what we suffer now is nothing compared to the glory he will reveal to us later.”
Romans 8:18 NLT

Lord I am encouraged that each storm that I may face has an end and at that ending I am always more prepared to face the next storm in life. The life lessons learned will reveal your glory for our lives 

Wednesday, July 6, 2016

Seek God's kingdom

“Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.”
Matthew 6:33 NLT

Lord I want to seek you in all my ways and see your promises come to life. Show me that life with you is better than life without you

Tuesday, July 5, 2016

God carries your fears and replaces it with power

“For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline.”
2 Timothy 1:7 NLT

Lord thank you for carrying all of my fears and replacing it with power and self discipline. Show me how to use the power of love in everyday moments 

Friday, July 1, 2016

Proclaim the Lord's greatness

“Give thanks to the LORD and proclaim his greatness. Let the whole world know what he has done.”
1 Chronicles 16:8 NLT

Thank you Lord for your greatness! Thank you for your many blessings and always giving me my heart's desires 

Thursday, June 30, 2016

Enduring through each life moment with God's patience and strength

“We also pray that you will be strengthened with all his glorious power so you will have all the endurance and patience you need. May you be filled with joy,”
Colossians 1:11 NLT

Lord give me patience and strength on days I feel run down. Help me see that I need to rely on you for the power to move forward. Help me take each step with conscious effort so my patience does not run thin. 

Wednesday, June 29, 2016

To experience God's spiritual wisdom and understanding

“So we have not stopped praying for you since we first heard about you. We ask God to give you complete knowledge of his will and to give you spiritual wisdom and understanding.”
Colossians 1:9 NLT

Lord it is such a blessing to be able to come to you and ask for anything our hearts desire. I want my heart to continue to strive for the best that you have to offer. What joy I would have to experience even a small piece of your spiritual wisdom and understanding 

Tuesday, June 28, 2016

Blameless before God

“Yet now he has reconciled you to himself through the death of Christ in his physical body. As a result, he has brought you into his own presence, and you are holy and blameless as you stand before him without a single fault.”
Colossians 1:22 NLT

Lord as I believe in the death and power of your son; most importantly the grace it brings...I am reminded to believe in your truths and not the lies the enemy would like me to believe, so I can tell the enemy to go to "hell" where he belongs 

Monday, June 27, 2016

Learn from God's correction

“To learn, you must love discipline; it is stupid to hate correction.”
Proverbs 12:1 NLT

Lord help me learn from your correction. Help me seek to do what is right and not fear the discipline of your love 

Friday, June 24, 2016

Find your life through humility and fear of the Lord

“True humility and fear of the LORD lead to riches, honor, and long life.”
Proverbs 22:4 NLT

Lord teach me to live a life with honor. Help me understand that the way I live each day correlates to the riches and blessings in my life. Help me find my life 

Thursday, June 23, 2016

The Lord always wins

“No, despite all these things, overwhelming victory is ours through Christ, who loved us.”
Romans 8:37 NLT

Thank you Lord for always winning. Thank you for always caring about the outcomes of my life. 

Wednesday, June 22, 2016

Pursue life with God

“Whoever pursues righteousness and unfailing love will find life, righteousness, and honor.”
Proverbs 21:21 NLT

Lord I want to pursue you with relentless abandon. I want give up the things that don't matter to find my life with you 

Tuesday, June 21, 2016

Be carried by God

“Praise the Lord; praise God our savior! For each day he carries us in his arms. 
Psalms 68:19 NLT

Lord I want to be carried by you! I want you to lead the way and know I am never alone in the moments of my weaknesses 

Monday, June 20, 2016

Lord you are my refuge and shield

“You are my refuge and my shield; your word is my source of hope.”
Psalms 119:114 NLT

Lord I want to put all my hope in you!!! Your protection shields me from anything or anyone that would bring harm to my life 

Friday, June 17, 2016

When God is for you, then nothing can be against you

“What shall we say about such wonderful things as these? If God is for us, who can ever be against us?”
Romans 8:31 NLT

Lord you are always by my side, there is nothing or no one that I should fear. Help me see past my weakness and focus on your mighty strength 

Thursday, June 16, 2016

In my weakness God's power prevails

“Each time he said, “My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.” So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me.”
2 Corinthians 12:9 NLT

Lord help me see my weaknesses as a connection to the power you have over my life. Remind when I am weak you are strong

Wednesday, June 15, 2016

Watch what you plant and harvest in the soul

“Don’t be misled—you cannot mock the justice of God. You will always harvest what you plant. Those who live only to satisfy their own sinful nature will harvest decay and death from that sinful nature. But those who live to please the Spirit will harvest everlasting life from the Spirit.”
Galatians 6:7-8 NLT

Lord teach me to lay a foundation pleasing to you! Show me how my actions will effect the direction of my life 

Tuesday, June 14, 2016

Love without boundaries

“Above all, clothe yourselves with love, which binds us all together in perfect harmony.”
Colossians 3:14 NLT

Lord we often question the world we live in. We question whether we can truly love without reservations. Show me how to love without boundaries, without expectations but to love freely

Monday, June 13, 2016

There is no shame or guilt with a life with Christ

“Instead of shame and dishonor, you will enjoy a double share of honor. You will possess a double portion of prosperity in your land, and everlasting joy will be yours.”
Isaiah 61:7 NLT

Lord, lead my life in a direction so I experience this promise to the fullest. Remind me that I don't have to feel shame or guilt because your Son paid the ultimate sacrifice for freedom

Friday, June 10, 2016

The light will guide you out of dark places

“The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness can never extinguish it.”
John 1:5 NLT

Lord bring light into the dark places of my life that need to be exposed with your glory. Help me see the light and not turn away from it 

Thursday, June 9, 2016

Choose words to speak encouragement

“Let your conversation be gracious and attractive so that you will have the right response for everyone.”
Colossians 4:6 NLT

Lord help me use the words I speak to bring encouragement and not shame or guilt 

Wednesday, June 8, 2016

Be slow to speak

“Those who control their tongue will have a long life; opening your mouth can ruin everything.”
Proverbs 13:3 NLT

Lord teach me when it's time to open my mouth and speak, then teach me to keep it shut when I have the urge to say things that are not life encouraging 

Tuesday, June 7, 2016

Trustin in God's Word

“All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful to teach us what is true and to make us realize what is wrong in our lives. It corrects us when we are wrong and teaches us to do what is right. God uses it to prepare and equip his people to do every good work.”
2 Timothy 3:16-17 NLT

Lord help me to be steadfast in your word! Help me to trust on your words. Help me live a life that focuses on your promises that come from your WORD

Monday, June 6, 2016

Be extraordinary with God

“Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God’s will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect.”
Romans 12:2 NLT

Lord I want to think beyond the ordinary! I want to live beyond the ordinary! Help me each day on the ways I can change my thinking to be focused on you instead of focusing on myself 

Friday, June 3, 2016

Standards set by God

“Because of the privilege and authority God has given me, I give each of you this warning: Don’t think you are better than you really are. Be honest in your evaluation of yourselves, measuring yourselves by the faith God has given us.”
Romans 12:3 NLT

Measure yourself by God's standards. Continue to have faith that God will guide you through it all. Set standards high for yourself as they are always attainable With God's help

Thursday, June 2, 2016

Give your burdens to God

“Give your burdens to the LORD, and he will take care of you. He will not permit the godly to slip and fall.”
Psalms 55:22 NLT

Lord thank you for allowing me to lay my burdens at your feet! Thank you for always caring for me during the toughest moments of my life 

Wednesday, June 1, 2016

A child of God

“See how very much our Father loves us, for he calls us his children, and that is what we are! But the people who belong to this world don’t recognize that we are God’s children because they don’t know him.”
1 John 3:1 NLT

Lord I pray I continue to have a relationship with you that allows me to be a child of God who is fearless and humbled to be in your very presence. I pray that one day all will know your grace 

Tuesday, May 31, 2016

Follow where the Lord leads you

“This is what the LORD says— your Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel: “I am the LORD your God, who teaches you what is good for you and leads you along the paths you should follow.”
Isaiah 48:17 NLT

Lord help me to listen for your directions and to follow when you lead instead of trying to do it my way 

Friday, May 27, 2016

An heir to the kingdom of God

“And now that you belong to Christ, you are the true children of Abraham. You are his heirs, and God’s promise to Abraham belongs to you.”
Galatians 3:29 NLT

Lord thank you for your promise of being an heir to your kingdom. I am encouraged to know that I will one day see the promises fulfilled of your true love of the faithful. 

Thursday, May 26, 2016

Troubles will fade away when you follow the Lord

“Joyful are those you discipline, LORD, those you teach with your instructions. You give them relief from troubled times until a pit is dug to capture the wicked.”
Psalms 94:12-13 NLT

Lord teach me your ways daily. Show me how to be disciplined so my troubles can fade away

Wednesday, May 25, 2016

The Lord is steadfast and never changes

“Whatever is good and perfect is a gift coming down to us from God our Father, who created all the lights in the heavens. He never changes or casts a shifting shadow.”
James 1:17 NLT

Trust in the gifts provided by God. Remind me Lord that you are steadfast and never change. 

Tuesday, May 24, 2016

Love always endures and wins

“Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance.”
1 Corinthians 13:7 NLT

Lord remind me of the love that comes from you. Show me how to love this way each day. Remind that love always wins and helps me through every life circumstance

Monday, May 23, 2016

Faith will make you righteous

“So it is clear that no one can be made right with God by trying to keep the law. For the Scriptures say, “It is through faith that a righteous person has life.””
Galatians 3:11 NLT

Nothing on in earth can make me right with God. I want my faith to demonstrate how God will make me right 

Friday, May 20, 2016

Perfect peace with God

“You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in you, all whose thoughts are fixed on you!”
Isaiah 26:3 NLT

Lord help me keep my focus on you to experience perfect peace. Allow my thoughts to be overwhelmed with your presence daily 

Thursday, May 19, 2016

Everlasting love through every circumstance

“God blesses those who patiently endure testing and temptation. Afterward they will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him.”
James 1:12 NLT

Lord I want to endure through each life test and know I'm a better person because I believed in your promise of everlasting love through every circumstance 

Wednesday, May 18, 2016

Following God's heart

“So get rid of all the filth and evil in your lives, and humbly accept the word God has planted in your hearts, for it has the power to save your souls.”
James 1:21 NLT

Lord I want to accept the truth of your Word. Help me see that this truth can save me. Help me live a life that follows my heart 

Tuesday, May 17, 2016

Seek God's kingdom above all else

“Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.”
Matthew 6:33 NLT

Lord I want to seek you! I want to live a life seeking your kingdom and hold on to the the promise that you are all I will ever need 

Monday, May 16, 2016

Keep the faith and endure through it

“But you, Timothy, certainly know what I teach, and how I live, and what my purpose in life is. You know my faith, my patience, my love, and my endurance.”
2 Timothy 3:10 NLT

Lord give me a daily reminder with the purpose of my life....Help me to keep the faith and to have patience in all my activities and especially to continue to endure through it all 

Friday, May 13, 2016

Contentment with your life

“Yet true godliness with contentment is itself great wealth.”
1 Timothy 6:6 NLT

Lord teach me to be content with the blessings in my life. Show me to live a life with eternity in mind 

Thursday, May 12, 2016

The Lord will never abandon you

“The LORD will not reject his people; he will not abandon his special possession.”
Psalms 94:14 NLT

Lord I often place so much value on earthly items, but help me to seek your kingdom first and recognize that you will never abandon me.

Wednesday, May 11, 2016

The Lord is with you even in your doubts

“I cried out, “I am slipping!” but your unfailing love, O LORD, supported me. When doubts filled my mind, your comfort gave me renewed hope and cheer.”
Psalms 94:18-19 NLT

Lord in my doubt you are there for me! Remind me of your unfailing love and support when I slip. Show me how to continue on when I fail to meet my goals

Tuesday, May 10, 2016

Peace with living every life moment with no fear

“And let the peace that comes from Christ rule in your hearts. For as members of one body you are called to live in peace. And always be thankful.”
Colossians 3:15 NLT

Lord allow me to live in peace with every decision I make in life. Help me not regret choices but live fully with every life moment good or bad 

Monday, May 9, 2016

We are God's masterpiece

“For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.”
Ephesians 2:10 NLT

What a great reminder that we are God's masterpiece! Lord I am thankful that I am created in your image. Show me how to live a life planned specifically for me

Friday, May 6, 2016

Focusing on God in the quiet moment

“And this righteousness will bring peace. Yes, it will bring quietness and confidence forever.”
Isaiah 32:17 NLT

Lord in the stillness of the moment, teach me to be quiet and to listen to your ever confident voice. Help me to focus on the moment 

Thursday, May 5, 2016

Praying through each moment in life will bring healing

“Confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The earnest prayer of a righteous person has great power and produces wonderful results.”
James 5:16 NLT

Lord teach me to rely on prayer. Help me to understand that prayers bring me closer to your presence. I want to pray through each moment. 

Wednesday, May 4, 2016

Living securely with God

““But now we have been given a brief moment of grace, for the LORD our God has allowed a few of us to survive as a remnant. He has given us security in this holy place. Our God has brightened our eyes and granted us some relief from our slavery.”
Ezra 9:8 NLT

Thank you Lord for giving grace and allowing us to dwell in your security. Thank you for showing us how to live securely in your ways 

Monday, May 2, 2016

God's strength will sustain you

“I cling to you; your strong right hand holds me securely.”
Psalms 63:8 NLT

Lord your strength sustains me! Your strength shields me! I want to lean on your strength when I lack any of my own 

Friday, April 29, 2016

Your hard work is always rewarded

“But as for you, be strong and courageous, for your work will be rewarded.””
2 Chronicles 15:7 NLT

Lord I often don't get to see the fruits of my labor being a social worker because time passes and the outcomes of those I attempted to help are far from my reach. I want to continue to be strong and courageous for the work you have called me to do in my life. Help me not to be selfish, help me to push forward and have faith that there is always a reward I the end, even if I can't see it 

Thursday, April 28, 2016

Seek God for his strength

“Search for the LORD and for his strength; continually seek him.”
1 Chronicles 16:11 NLT

Lord I want to seek you each day and lay my worries at your feet! I want to know without a doubt that your strength will sustain me throughout eternity! I love that my relationship with you is mutual and as much as I yearn for your presence, I am comforted to know that you want me to call out and seek you 

Wednesday, April 27, 2016

Freedom wherever God is at

“For the Lord is the Spirit, and wherever the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom.”
2 Corinthians 3:17 NLT

Lord thank you for freedom from every transgression. Thank you for a life filled with your Spirit

Tuesday, April 26, 2016

Determined to follow the Lord's steps

“We can make our plans, but the LORD determines our steps.”
Proverbs 16:9 NLT

Lord I want each step I take to be made in the direction of your plans and not my own. Often I think I know what is best for my life and forget to involve you in my plans, so help me ensure that my plans involve your steps of grace, wisdom, and forgiveness 

Monday, April 25, 2016

Exhibiting unfailing love and faithfulness

“Unfailing love and faithfulness make atonement for sin. By fearing the LORD, people avoid evil.”
Proverbs 16:6 NLT

Lord I want to live a life free of guilt and shame! Help me see how unfailing love and faithfulness will bring me closer to you

Friday, April 22, 2016

Trust God's Word because it is everlasting

“Such things were written in the Scriptures long ago to teach us. And the Scriptures give us hope and encouragement as we wait patiently for God’s promises to be fulfilled.”
Romans 15:4 NLT

God your Word is living and breathing proof that your promises will withstand the test of time! Help me to follow the Word and understand all the promises written in the Word

Thursday, April 21, 2016

Find rest in the Lord

“Those who live in the shelter of the Most High will find rest in the shadow of the Almighty.”
Psalms 91:1 NLT

Lord there are days I am so tired that I don't feel like moving forward. I want to find rest in your presence. Help build my strength to tackle each moment in life 

Wednesday, April 20, 2016

Filled with God's grace

“For we speak as messengers approved by God to be entrusted with the Good News. Our purpose is to please God, not people. He alone examines the motives of our hearts.”
1 Thessalonians 2:4 NLT

Lord examine my heart and ensure that my motives are pure and filled with your grace. Remind me that we all make mistakes and trying to live up to an expectation of perfectness is setting me up for failure. I rather just focus on you and know you better each day 

Tuesday, April 19, 2016

God will sustain you

“For the life of every living thing is in his hand, and the breath of every human being. “But true wisdom and power are found in God; counsel and understanding are his.”
Job 12:10, 13 NLT

God we need to trust you in every moment!!! We need to trust you with every breath and know without a doubt that your wisdom will sustain me

Monday, April 18, 2016

The Lord is faithful throughout the generations

“Understand, therefore, that the LORD your God is indeed God. He is the faithful God who keeps his covenant for a thousand generations and lavishes his unfailing love on those who love him and obey his commands.”
Deuteronomy 7:9 NLT

Lord you are faithful throughout the generations. Thank you for your promises  and your unfailing love. 

Friday, April 15, 2016

Lord guides and supports

“even there your hand will guide me, and your strength will support me.”
Psalms 139:10 NLT

Lord I want to know deep within me that I can trust in your guiding hand and the strength of your love....show me ways to guide and support the same to others 

Thursday, April 14, 2016

The Lord's everlasting love

“But I trust in your unfailing love. I will rejoice because you have rescued me.”
Psalms 13:5 NLT

Thank you Lord for saving me with your everlasting love! I want to praise you all the days of my life 

Wednesday, April 13, 2016

Be Spirit led

“So I say, let the Holy Spirit guide your lives. Then you won’t be doing what your sinful nature craves. Since we are living by the Spirit, let us follow the Spirit’s leading in every part of our lives.”
Galatians 5:16, 25 NLT

Lord I want to be Spirit led. I want my life to focus on you and your glorious nature. I want to live a life filled with your presence in each moment of my life 

Tuesday, April 12, 2016

Lord change me each day to be a better person

“Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God’s will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect.”
Romans 12:2 NLT

Lord change me each day to be transformed to a new person that is pleasing and perfect because of Christ who lives within Me. Allow my daily thoughts to be fixed on you and my dreams to be filled with your Spirit of goodness 

Monday, April 11, 2016

Living a life faithful to God

“So it is clear that no one can be made right with God by trying to keep the law. For the Scriptures say, “It is through faith that a righteous person has life.””
Galatians 3:11 NLT

Lord God I want my faith to sustain your truth that we are made right in our lives through our faith. Help me live out a life faithful to your ways 

Friday, April 8, 2016

Freedom from sin

“So now there is no condemnation for those who belong to Christ Jesus. And because you belong to him, the power of the life-giving Spirit has freed you from the power of sin that leads to death.”
Romans 8:1-2 NLT

Lord I am grateful for your promises, thankful for the living spirit that guides my steps each day. Heal me, protect me, and show me the correct path to take because you have declared that I am free 

Wednesday, April 6, 2016

Seeking God's perfections

“The one thing I ask of the LORD — the thing I seek most— is to live in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, delighting in the LORD’s perfections and meditating in his Temple.”
Psalms 27:4 NLT

Lord I seek you most, I want to put my focus on things that are everlasting. Help me find the perfections that only your life can bring. 

Tuesday, April 5, 2016

Keeping focused on God

“You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in you, all whose thoughts are fixed on you!”
Isaiah 26:3 NLT

Lord I need your peace each day! I want my thoughts to be fixed on you and not of things of this world. Help me see clearly when my life is filled with fogged decisions 

Monday, April 4, 2016

Living God's commandments

“I will never forget your commandments, for by them you give me life.”
Psalms 119:93 NLT

Lord, remind me how to live by your commandments so I can live my best life possible. Show me your ways daily so I don't stray to live a life without you 

Friday, April 1, 2016

Standing firm with God

“Put on all of God’s armor so that you will be able to stand firm against all strategies of the devil.”
Ephesians 6:11 NLT

Lord we are attacked daily by the enemy.
Help me stand firm on your truths and stay focused on you! 

Thursday, March 31, 2016

In moments of despair cling to God

“I cling to you; your strong right hand holds me securely.”
Psalms 63:8 NLT

Lord when I have nothing on this earth, I am comforted to know you hold me strong and you never leave my side in the moments of my despair 

Wednesday, March 30, 2016

Giving up the old to experience the new

“My old self has been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me. So I live in this earthly body by trusting in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.”
Galatians 2:20 NLT

Lord thank you for living within me, for your ultimate sacrifice and most importantly the love that you show. Help me walk a path that honors you daily 

Tuesday, March 29, 2016

A child of God

“See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are! The reason the world does not know us is that it did not know him.” 1 John 3:1
 
Lord I am grateful to be a child of God and if people cannot accept me for who I am then my prayer is that they learn to accept you as they see my walk with you as my guiding principle. Walking with God was never promised as an easy journey but he promised to never leave my side 

Monday, March 28, 2016

Secure love

“Unfailing love and faithfulness protect the king; his throne is made secure through love.”
Proverbs 20:28 NLT

Lord thank you for reminding me that love is secure. Thank you for teaching me that love will protect and bring healing 

Friday, March 25, 2016

The Lord says you are worth the sacrifice and he holds all the glory

“But you, O LORD, are a shield around me; you are my glory, the one who holds my head high.”
Psalms 3:3 NLT

Lord thank you for reminding me of my worth each day! Thank you for reminding me that your sacrifice was made for your worthy people and you wouldn't have sacrificed your son's life if you didn't believe I am worth every bit that you say i am worth. Jesus's blood covers us because he believes we are worth it 

Thursday, March 24, 2016

Allow wisdom to penetrate your heart

“I will teach you wisdom’s ways and lead you in straight paths. My child, pay attention to what I say. Listen carefully to my words. Don’t lose sight of them. Let them penetrate deep into your heart,
Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life.”
Proverbs 4:11, 20-21, 23 NLT

Lord allow your wisdom to penetrate my heart and guide me down a straight path that leads to you. Help me see what I have been blinded to for so long 

Wednesday, March 23, 2016

Full life with common sense

“My child, don’t lose sight of common sense and discernment. Hang on to them, for they will refresh your soul. They are like jewels on a necklace.”
Proverbs 3:21-22 NLT

Lord remind me that common sense should not be taken for granted but rather embraced to produce a full life 

Tuesday, March 22, 2016

Being loyal and kind

“Never let loyalty and kindness leave you! Tie them around your neck as a reminder. Write them deep within your heart.”
Proverbs 3:3 NLT

Lord teach me the value of being loyal and instill in me a kind heart to share live with others. I know often times I don't demonstrate these traits but help me live them out each day 

Monday, March 21, 2016

The Lord is Compassionate

“The LORD is compassionate and merciful, slow to get angry and filled with unfailing love.”
Psalms 103:8 NLT

Thank you Lord for willing to always correct me in a gentle way when I least deserve it 

Friday, March 18, 2016

Put your faith in only eternal things

“For your kingdom is an everlasting kingdom. You rule throughout all generations. The LORD always keeps his promises; he is gracious in all he does.”
Psalms 145:13 NLT

Lord help me seek the things that last forever.....help me recognize the things and the lives of this world are only temporary and I should put my faith in only eternal things!!! You Lord are eternal...my faith and hope are in you 

Thursday, March 17, 2016

The Lord will bring you out of anything

“For the glory of your name, O LORD, preserve my life. Because of your faithfulness, bring me out of this distress.”
Psalms 143:11 NLT

Lord I know there will be days that feel overwhelmingly. There will be days I feel like giving up, but remind me why I am strong enough to make it through....it's because you'll never leave my side, even in the lowest moments 

Wednesday, March 16, 2016

Give yourself to God and trust him in all things

“Let me hear of your unfailing love each morning, for I am trusting you. Show me where to walk, for I give myself to you.”
Psalms 143:8 NLT

Lord I want to put all my trust in you! I want to know that you'll guide all my steps. Help me see past my failures and allow myself to be directed by you 

Tuesday, March 15, 2016

Holy Spirit speak to me

“Teach me to do your will, for you are my God. May your gracious Spirit lead me forward on a firm footing.”
Psalms 143:10 NLT

Lord I want to follow your ways, allow your Spirit speak to me when I find myself lost and confused! Show me there is a better way to doing life, rather than not having a purpose 

Monday, March 14, 2016

Prayers are being heard

“I am praying to you because I know you will answer, O God. Bend down and listen as I pray.”
Psalms 17:6 NLT

Sometimes Lord I often wonder if you hear my voices in the sea of many voices. Remind me each day that every whisper matters to you. Remind me that you hear every prayer spoken from our lips. 

Friday, March 11, 2016

Having a heart protected by God

“God is my shield, saving those whose hearts are true and right.”
Psalms 7:10 NLT

Lord allow your protection to block my heart from allowing anything that does not come from you to enter! Give me a heart true to your Word

Thursday, March 10, 2016

Seek God's help

“The humble will see their God at work and be glad. Let all who seek God’s help be encouraged.”
Psalms 69:32 NLT

Wednesday, March 9, 2016

To have understanding and God's spiritual wisdom

“ We ask God to give you complete knowledge of his will and to give you spiritual wisdom and understanding.”
Colossians 1:9 NLT

Lord our prayer is to understand you deeply, to meditate on your wisdom and follow your ways. Help me as my human flesh would rather follow my own path instead of turning to you for every moment of my life 

Tuesday, March 8, 2016

Only one name to be worshipped

“And the LORD will be king over all the earth. On that day there will be one LORD —his name alone will be worshiped.”
Zechariah 14:9 NLT

Lord there is no other name than yours! There is healing power, strength and love that comes from your name. I want to honor your name by my actions. 

Monday, March 7, 2016

God will overpower any guilt or shame

“Those who look to him for help will be radiant with joy; no shadow of shame will darken their faces.”
Psalms 34:5 NLT

Trust the Lord as he overpowers the wicked and as be brings joy into your life. Don't take for granted how his love will over shadow any guilt or shame for past mistakes. Be thankful that his blood has this healing power 

Friday, March 4, 2016

Trusting God in all his truths

“For the word of the LORD holds true, and we can trust everything he does.”
Psalms 33:4 NLT

Lord thank you for your truths, thank you for your guiding light. Help us see that we can trust you in all things 

Thursday, March 3, 2016

Use your words to encourage others

“Wise words satisfy like a good meal; the right words bring satisfaction.”
Proverbs 18:20 NLT

Lord help me to use the right words as I interact with people today! Help me to bring encouragement throughout the day 

Wednesday, March 2, 2016

There is no separation of God's love

“And I am convinced that nothing can ever separate us from God’s love. Neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither our fears for today nor our worries about tomorrow—not even the powers of hell can separate us from God’s love.”
Romans 8:38 NLT

I am encouraged Lord of your promise to never separate from your Love. I want to seek you in all things! 

Tuesday, March 1, 2016

Proclaim God's greatness

“Give thanks to the LORD and proclaim his greatness. Let the whole world know what he has done.”
Psalms 105:1 NLT

God remind me to proclaim your greatness even during my time struggle. Help me see past each obstacle and know that you are always in charge 

Monday, February 29, 2016

Finding your strengths wrapped up in God

“Then Christ will make his home in your hearts as you trust in him. Your roots will grow down into God’s love and keep you strong.”
Ephesians 3:17 NLT

Find your home in God'a strength. Rely on his powerful ways and you will not fail in your efforts. Pray that your foundation is truly wrapped around God's eternal Word

Friday, February 26, 2016

Inner turmoil

“When the earth quakes and its people live in turmoil, I am the one who keeps its foundations firm. Interlude”
Psalms 75:3 NLT

Lord you are the foundation of life. I'm thankful for your strength as I struggle each day with life turmoil. Help me focus my thoughts on you and not the turmoil I'm experiencing 

Thursday, February 25, 2016

Find safety in the Lord

“The name of the LORD is a strong fortress; the godly run to him and are safe.”
Proverbs 18:10 NLT

Lord you are my daily strength...my ever present need in trouble...I find safety in your embrace.... Remind me to run to you with no hesitation 

Wednesday, February 24, 2016

Healthy Fear of the Lord

“All you who fear the LORD, trust the LORD! He is your helper and your shield.”
Psalms 115:11 NLT

Lord help me understand there is a healthy fear in you. Not all fear is wrong. When I fear, I want to turn to you with my problems and know that you always resolve all my issues. Help me understand that my fear to this world is misplaced, since you are the ultimate protector.....I have nothing to fear

Tuesday, February 23, 2016

Lord, Correct my heart

“People may be right in their own eyes, but the LORD examines their heart.”
Proverbs 21:2 NLT

Lord show me heart and correct the things in my life that need correcting 

Monday, February 22, 2016

Seek God in all your ways

“Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take.”
Proverbs 3:6 NLT

Lord I want to seek you in all my ways. I want to be led by you. Help me put aside my desires to be fulfilled with yours 

Friday, February 19, 2016

Planning your actions with God's direction

“Commit your actions to the LORD, and your plans will succeed.”
Proverbs 16:3 NLT

God help me each day to focus my plans on you. Direct each step so my actions honor you 

Thursday, February 18, 2016

Claimed by God

“Either way, Christ’s love controls us. Since we believe that Christ died for all, we also believe that we have all died to our old life.”
2 Corinthians 5:14 NLT

Lord I want to be controlled by you! I want to have a life full of meaning and purpose. I want to live each moment knowing I've been claimed by your love 

Wednesday, February 17, 2016

Seek God for answers

“I am praying to you because I know you will answer, O God. Bend down and listen as I pray. Show me your unfailing love in wonderful ways. By your mighty power you rescue those who seek refuge from their enemies.”
Psalms 17:6-7 NLT

God, your love is wonderful and we can can seek you in all things and know you will always answer. Help us understand that we might not understand your reasoning and purpose, but remind us that you have never failed us 

Tuesday, February 16, 2016

Lies will be exposed

“Truthful words stand the test of time, but lies are soon exposed.”
Proverbs 12:19 NLT

God remind me that all lies no matter what they are, always are exposed. Help me learn to use truthful words as I speak and truthful actions as I move 

Friday, February 12, 2016

We belong to God

“I give them eternal life, and they will never perish. No one can snatch them away from me, for my Father has given them to me, and he is more powerful than anyone else. No one can snatch them from the Father’s hand.”
John 10:28-29 NLT

Thank you Lord for always allowing us to be yours. Thank you for ensuring that we learned of you and come to have a personal relationship with you. 

Thursday, February 11, 2016

God's ultimate plan

“God has now revealed to us his mysterious plan regarding Christ, a plan to fulfill his own good pleasure. And this is the plan: At the right time he will bring everything together under the authority of Christ—everything in heaven and on earth.”
Ephesians 1:9-10 NLT

As Christians we gladly wait for this day to be fulfilled. My prayer is that as we wait patiently for the Lord, we make every moment count on earth. I pray that our lives are reflections of God's promises

Wednesday, February 10, 2016

Be Brave

“Wait patiently for the LORD. Be brave and courageous. Yes, wait patiently for the LORD.”
Psalms 27:14 NLT

Lord help me be patient as I become anxious with my daily struggles. Show me the courage required to move forward 

Tuesday, February 9, 2016

Being blessed by following God's ways

“For I command you this day to love the LORD your God and to keep his commands, decrees, and regulations by walking in his ways. If you do this, you will live and multiply, and the LORD your God will bless you and the land you are about to enter and occupy.”
Deuteronomy 30:16 NLT

Lord I want to honor you each day with each moment and each decision. Help me follow your ways so I can Truly see the blessings waiting for me 

Monday, February 8, 2016

Expose me Lord

“For the word of God is alive and powerful. It is sharper than the sharpest two-edged sword, cutting between soul and spirit, between joint and marrow. It exposes our innermost thoughts and desires.”
Hebrews 4:12 NLT

Lord, allow your word to expose me each day. Help me to see what I refuse to see in my life that needs cleansing. Guide me towards a path that leads me to you

Friday, February 5, 2016

Praise the Lord through ever step

“In that wonderful day you will sing: “Thank the LORD! Praise his name! Tell the nations what he has done. Let them know how mighty he is! Sing to the LORD, for he has done wonderful things. Make known his praise around the world.”
Isaiah 12:4-5 NLT

Lord thank you for each moment in time! Thank you for your ultimate sacrifice. I want to praise you in all my steps of life 

Thursday, February 4, 2016

You are God and I am NOT

“Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus.”
Philippians 4:6-7 NLT

Lord I often forget that you are at the center of everything and I am not. I need to come to you in all things...big or small, to be faithful in prayer in every moment and know that you are God and I am NOT

Wednesday, February 3, 2016

Taking refuge in God

“But let all who take refuge in you rejoice; let them sing joyful praises forever. Spread your protection over them, that all who love your name may be filled with joy. For you bless the godly, O LORD; you surround them with your shield of love.”
Psalms 5:11-12 NLT

Lord I want to take refuge in your presence, may your protection be over my life as I navigate through this world 

Tuesday, February 2, 2016

The Lord is ever faithful

“The faithful love of the LORD never ends! His mercies never cease.”
Lamentations 3:22 NLT

Lord I often question myself and my ability to love and have mercy on others. Remind me each day through your love and mercy how you never cease to demonstrate to me your love and mercy.

Friday, January 29, 2016

God's daily teachings

“My child, never forget the things I have taught you. Store my commands in your heart. Joyful is the person who finds wisdom, the one who gains understanding.”
Proverbs 3:1, 13 NLT

Lord teach me daily to strive for your very best! Help me see the wisdom that can only come from you for instructions to live my my life as a holy example of your graceful name. Thank you for picking me up each time that I fall in the trap of my selfish desires 

Thursday, January 28, 2016

Being Spirit controlled

“So letting your sinful nature control your mind leads to death. But letting the Spirit control your mind leads to life and peace. For the sinful nature is always hostile to God. It never did obey God’s laws, and it never will. That’s why those who are still under the control of their sinful nature can never please God.”
Romans 8:6-8 NLT

Lord I want to be Spirit controlled. I want my daily life to be pleasing to you and I want to worship in all areas of my life. Lead my Spirit with your greatness to do great and better things for your name sake

Wednesday, January 27, 2016

Expose me Lord

“All who do evil hate the light and refuse to go near it for fear their sins will be exposed. But those who do what is right come to the light so others can see that they are doing what God wants. ””
John 3:20-21 NLT

Lord sometimes I need you to expose me and show me my faults. Help me find the things that hinder my growth in my relationship with you. Find in me ways to seek you first and expose the areas of my life that are unhealthy 

Tuesday, January 26, 2016

Asking wisdom from God

“If you need wisdom, ask our generous God, and he will give it to you. He will not rebuke you for asking. But when you ask him, be sure that your faith is in God alone. Do not waver, for a person with divided loyalty is as unsettled as a wave of the sea that is blown and tossed by the wind.”
James 1:5-6 NLT

Lord help me in my times of confusion. Help me see past my selfish desires and find the path that is right and just. 

Monday, January 25, 2016

Find and trust God in every moment

“Those who know your name trust in you, for you, O LORD, do not abandon those who search for you.”
Psalms 9:10 NLT

Lord I want to trust you each day, not only with the big things but the everyday things as well. Help me find you in every moment in my life 

Friday, January 22, 2016

Trials through life

“So be truly glad. There is wonderful joy ahead, even though you must endure many trials for a little while. These trials will show that your faith is genuine. It is being tested as fire tests and purifies gold—though your faith is far more precious than mere gold. So when your faith remains strong through many trials, it will bring you much praise and glory and honor on the day when Jesus Christ is revealed to the whole world.”
1 Peter 1:6-7 NLT

God, there are days it's a struggle to breathe, to wake up rejoiceful. Remind me there is a reason to live and push through each trial. I know the reward is greater than any pain felt 

Thursday, January 14, 2016

Change my ways Lord

“Let the wicked change their ways and banish the very thought of doing wrong. Let them turn to the LORD that he may have mercy on them. Yes, turn to our God, for he will forgive generously.”
Isaiah 55:7 NLT

Lord help me with my daily thoughts!!! Help me change my ways and give me a heart of forgiveness since the grace of forgiveness has been given to me without any reservations 

Wednesday, January 13, 2016

Wholeheartedly searching for God

“If you look for me wholeheartedly, you will find me.”
Jeremiah 29:13 NLT

God promises to always be near, we just need to open our eyes with our hearts to find him. Lord I pray for opening my eyes so you can reveal he deepest parts of my heart 

Tuesday, January 12, 2016

Love with abandon

“Love does no wrong to others, so love fulfills the requirements of God’s law.”
Romans 13:10 NLT

Lord teach me to love with abandon, never holding back. I want to demonstrate this level of love each day in my words and in my actions! Help me when I fall short of this goal 

Monday, January 11, 2016

Mistakes and lack of control

“Indeed, we all make many mistakes. For if we could control our tongues, we would be perfect and could also control ourselves in every other way.”
James 3:2 NLT

Lord remind me that my imperfectness comes from lacking control. Help me lean on you to help control my thoughts and actions so they are filled with your presence. I want you to control the path of my life and I need to step aside to allow you to be there

Friday, January 8, 2016

Blessings from above

“May the God of your father help you; may the Almighty bless you with the blessings of the heavens above, and blessings of the watery depths below, and blessings of the breasts and womb.”
Genesis 49:25 NLT

Lord remind me that the material blessings of this world do not even compare to the riches and rewards of your kingdom. We often find ourselves looking for false satisfaction when in reality the blessings you have given, live within in us and through us. Help me see beyond the temporary

Thursday, January 7, 2016

Still belonging to God

“Yet I still belong to you; you hold my right hand.”
Psalms 73:23 NLT

Lord through all my transgressions and my human faults, I am yours...your promise to hold me through it all and guide my steps is a promise you never falter from, thank you Lord for loving me even when I least deserve it 

Wednesday, January 6, 2016

God holds all the wisdom and the power

“I did this so you would trust not in human wisdom but in the power of God.”
1 Corinthians 2:5 NLT

Lord remind us that our small minds are nothing compared to your power and wisdom and the moments we think we know the answers put us in our place to trust in you first 

Tuesday, January 5, 2016

New Year, renewed life with God

“Put on your new nature, created to be like God—truly righteous and holy.”
Ephesians 4:24 NLT

Lord with the beginning of a new year is a beginning with fresh starts and requests for a renewed Spirit, help us throughout the upcoming year as we navigate through our personal struggles and life's circumstances. Help us see past ourselves so we can be helpful with others in their journeys 

Monday, January 4, 2016

Lean on God's strength

“God is my strong fortress, and he makes my way perfect.”
2 Samuel 22:33 NLT

Lord we know that we are fall from perfect, yet you lend us your strength when we are broken and confused! Remind me that each step taken is with you by my side