Temptations can be strong but Trust God

“and forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us. And don’t let us yield to temptation. ””

Luke 11:4 NLT

Lord forgive me! Help me stay away from things in my life that are destructive. Continue to provide peace 

God's joy and presence

“You have shown me the way of life, and you will fill me with the joy of your presence.’”

Acts of the Apostles 2:28 NLT

Lord thank you for filling me with your joy!  I want to be in your presence. 

Don't be afraid God is with you

“Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be discouraged, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will hold you up with my victorious right hand.”

Isaiah 41:10 NLT

Lord thank you for your promise to strengthen me when I am discouraged. As we move to a new year, I pray for your ongoing encouragement as I navigate through moments in my life

Filled with Joy of Jesus

“You have shown me the way of life, and you will fill me with the joy of your presence.’”

Acts of the Apostles 2:28 NLT

God thank you for the ultimate gift of your son Jesus and bringing joy to this world. Lord I recognize if I want to experience this joy all I have to do is allow you in! Open my heart to receive you each day 

Quiet life

“Pray this way for kings and all who are in authority so that we can live peaceful and quiet lives marked by godliness and dignity.”

1 Timothy 2:2 NLT

Sometimes Lord remind me the importance of leading a quiet life. Advise me that it's ok to slow down and be quiet in the moment 

Still beside me

“Yet I still belong to you; you hold my right hand.”

Psalms 73:23 NLT

Lord in my darkest hour, I know you still have hold of my hand and refuse to let go! Thank you for allowing me to belong to you

Quiet moments with God

“A time to tear and a time to mend. A time to be quiet and a time to speak.”

Ecclesiastes 3:7 NLT

Lord remind me to cherish the quiet moments each day to draw closer to you. Help me recognize your voice in these quiet moments