God Will Take Of You

 22 Give your burdens to the LORD, and he will take care of you. He will not permit the godly to slip and fall.

Psalm 55:22

God loves us with unconditional love, He forgives our transgressions, and He takes care of us. By faith and with prayer, give up your worries, burdens, and fears to God. During trials and temptation, He sustains and strengthens the faithful. He will not permit the godly to slip and fall. Or as the Message translation says, “Pile your troubles on God’s shoulders – he’ll carry your load, he’ll help you out. He’ll never let good people topple into ruin.”

When burdened, fearful, or overwhelmed do you go in prayer to the Lord who cares for you?

Prayer: Our Heavenly Father, we thank you and praise You for Your compassion and love. Teach us to give You our worries, burdens, and to bask in your calming peace. Help us to understand that You will take care of us and sustain us. As the daylilies new flowers open daily, let us daily to be open in prayer, giving You, Lord our troubles. In Jesus’ holy name. Amen

~ gardenfaith.com

God Is Your Strength

 “Look to the Lord and his strength;

seek his face always.”

“No matter how many times you cry out to God for strength He will be there.  He hears you every single time.  Don’t give up, don’t stop seeking the Lord.  Don’t let anything keep you from seeking His face.  God will give you the strength you need to get through anything.  No matter what you face He is by your side and He will never leave you.  If your soul is weary, if you’re going through troubled waters, if you’re facing temptations, whatever trials you are going through pour your heart out to God because his promises not only to give you strength but to be your strength.

~ Anonymous 

Play Often

 “For everything there is a season, 

a time for every activity under heaven…

a time to laugh…a time to dance.”

Ecclesiastes 3:1,4

“So, what qualifies as play - making art, sleeping in, riding a bike, baking cookies, watching movies?  Very simply, play is doing something for the enjoyment of doing it, even if we don’t do it particularly well.  It’s something that doesn’t need to be done.

Whatever else Jesus meant when He urged His disciples to be childlike, perhaps He wanted them to play more.  All the other virtues of childlikeness - trust, wonder, simplicity, humility - arise out of the richness of play.  When we embrace fun, we’re not only more joyful and creative in all we do; we also become radiant reflection of our Creator.”

~ Charles Stanley Ministries

Resting in God

     

 “Come to me, all of who are weary

and burdened, and I will give you rest.”

Matthew 11:28 

Resting in God is a spiritual practice that involves finding peace, strength, and solace in one's relationship with God. It's a way of acknowledging that God can provide support, guidance, and comfort in all aspects of life. Resting in God can also mean a break from confusion, stress, worry, and useless human effort. 

~gotquestions.com

 Resting in God refreshes you spiritually, 

   emotionally, physically and gives you

                  Peace and Joy!!!

Christ’s Strength

 “For I can do everything through Christ

 who gives me strength.”

Philippians 4:13

Philippians 4:13 reminds us that we have the ability to endure trials and hardships when we keep our eyes on Jesus. It’s not about what WE can do, but rather about what GOD can do. When Paul wrote “I can do all things through Christ” he didn’t mean it as a promise that things will go our way. Instead, he wrote this verse to give us hope in the midst of our struggles and trials.

~www.rethinknow.org

Freedom

 “It is for freedom that Christ has set us free.”

Galatians 5:1

Today, we celebrate the signing of the Declaration of Independence, which marks July 4, 1776, as the day our Founding Fathers declared our freedom as a nation. What’s interesting is that it wasn’t until 1783 that our nation actually experienced freedom. There were battles raging, but the people were celebrating their decision to fight for freedom. They declared their freedom first, then they stood their ground until they had the victory to live as free men and women. There may be some opposing forces that you’re fighting today, things that you want to get free from—freedom from an addiction, an anxiety, a lack, a fear. No matter what battle you are facing, let this be the day you declare your freedom, because victory is on the way. You may have to stand and press through for a little while, but know that freedom is yours the day you declare it. Let freedom ring loudly in your life and embrace the victory He has in store for you, for he whom the Son sets free is free indeed! ~ Joel Osteen Devotional

Being Patient

        

 “Rest in the Lord and wait patiently for him.”

Psalm 31:7

In the Bible, the word patience can refer to both longsuffering and perseverance. It reveals itself when we are willing to wait without frustration while suffering or experiencing some strong desire. What’s more, being patient means accepting whatever God chooses to give (or not to give) and willingly receiving it on His timetable. In the meantime, we should pray and obey as we seek His direction. The danger of impatience is that we might miss the Lord’s perfect plan and blessing. But when we trust our Father’s will and timing, we will know inner peace.

Remember to carefully examine whether you are taking matters into your own hands or releasing the circumstance to almighty God.  And always remember to seek God’s way and His timing.

~ In Touch Ministries - Charles Stanley

Having Faith

 “You can pray for anything, 

and if you have faith, you will receive it.”

                                   Matthew 21:22

“This verse is a reminder to ask God in faith, which means trusting in God’s power and aligning with God’s will.”

Jesus' statement to the disciples is a powerful promise, and it fits with what He has often said when healing the sick and afflicted and casting out demons (Matthew 9:22; 15:28). God cares deeply that His people trust Him and Him alone to do what they ask. God's power, of course, is limitless. Anything is possible for Him (Luke 1:37). Jesus has made it clear, though, that those who want God to use His power in a specific way must have deep confidence of His ability to do what they ask.

~ Bibleref.com

Count Your Blessings

 “Praise the Lord, O my soul, and

all that is within me, bless his holy name.”

Psalm 103:1

“Psalm 103 is a Psalm of blessing.  David’s praise focused on the good things God was doing for him.  It is easy to complain about your life, but David’s list gives us plenty for which to praise God - He forgives our sins, heals our diseases, redeems us from death, crowns us with love and compassion, satisfies our desires, and gives righteousness and justice.  We receive all of these without deserving any of them.  No matter how difficult your journey, you can always count your blessings - past, present and future.”

~ Life Application Study Bible

Hope, Peace, Joy

 “May the God of Hope bring you

all joy and peace as you trust

in him, so that you may overflow

with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.”

Romans 15:13

Paul makes this request of the God of hope, another beautiful name for God. He is the only lasting source of hope we have for meaning in this life, and for a life beyond death. Paul asks that the God of hope fill these believers with all joy and peace "in believing" or as they trust in Him. In other words, Paul is not asking God to simply dump joy and peace into their hearts without cause. He is asking that as these believers trust in God, their faith will bring joy and peace to their hearts. In other words, help them to keep believing so that they can experience joy and peace. 

Finally, Paul asks that they might have this joy and peace in believing so that they may abound with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Paul is asking God to give them more than just regular human hopefulness. He is asking for supernatural, Holy Spirit-powered hopefulness. 

What a fantastic prayer to ask God for others or for ourselves. What more could we wish for other believers than to be filled with joy and peace and abounding in hope?

~ Bible Ref

God’s Guidance

 “Show me the right path, O Lord;

point out the road for me to follow.  Lead 

me by your truth and teach me,

for you are the God that saves me.  All 

day long I put my hope in you.”

“Psalm 25:4-5

“Lead me in your truth and teach me.” So he doesn’t just teach us, like tell us what to do. He leads us. This is the beauty of his Spirit in us. We don’t just have instructions. We have the instructor dwelling in us, leading us, guiding us, directing us. “Lead me in your truth and teach me, for you are the God of my salvation.” He’s our savior. He saves us from not just the penalty of sin, he saves us from the power of sin in our lives so that we can walk in his truth, so that we can obey his teaching and follow his leadership as we trust in Him. “For you I wait all the day long,” and the picture of waiting there is just looking to God, trusting in God as our teacher, our leader, and our savior.

~ by David Pratt

Walking With Jesus

 “Therefore as you have received

Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in him.”

Colossians 2:6

“Christianity is enjoying a relationship with God through Jesus Christ.  It is interacting with God throughout the course of the day, feeling his presence and power and receiving His strength and guidance. Your spiritual growth is directly related to your walk with God.”

~ Paul Chappell

God Is My Everything

 “Whom have I in heaven but you?

And earth has nothing I desire besides you.

My flesh and my heart may fail,

but God is the strength of my heart

and my portion forever.”

Psalm 73:25-26

“When I say he is my everything I mean: he is the air I breathe. Peace that calms my storms.  Joy of my life. Strength when I am weak. Water when I’m thirsty and bread when hungry.”

~ by January Scott

The Power Of Thinking

 “You will keep in perfect peace

those whose minds are steadfast,

because they trust in you.”

Isaiah 26:3

Did you know that thoughts can actually make you more anxious, happy, fearful, or content? And what you spend time thinking about has the power to affect your emotions, your actions, and ultimately, your character? Your thoughts are some of the most powerful things about you. 

Scripture has a lot to say about our thoughts because God knows the power of our minds. Isaiah 26:3 says that God will keep our hearts in perfect peace if we keep our minds fixed on Him. 

Can you imagine that? Perfect peace. 

The more time we spend focusing our thoughts on God and His Word, the more our hearts will be kept in peace. That is a powerful thought, especially in a world that is constantly looking for peace and unity. 

The starting point for this peace is trusting God. We must come to Him trusting in who He is, and having faith in what He has done for us. We know that God is good and just. So if we have faith in Him, we know that we are accepted and loved by Him. And those who trust in God are given access to Him and His presence.

Perfect peace is available to those who consistently trust in God, and fix their thoughts on Him. 

How many of your thoughts are spent on things relating to God? Do you keep your mind focused on Him when you’re feeling anxious or stressed? What are some simple ways you can continue to remind yourself to think about God throughout your day? 

Spend some time thinking about the power of your own thoughts and the access you’ve been given to God through Scripture. Commit to building the habit of centering your thoughts on God so that you can know Him more and experience His perfect peace.

~ The Bible App

God Protects You

 “For he will order his angels to 

protect you wherever you go.  They will

hold you up in their hands so you won’t 

hurt your foot on a stone.”

Psalms 91:11-12

God has commanded angels to guard you. God has given angels, not your circumstance, not your situation, the authority to act on your behalf.

God is your refuge and strength. He is your protection and he has commanded angels to come to your aid. 

Be encouraged! 

As you pray and read Psalm 91 today, proclaim God’s promise that He will send His angels to guard and protect you – to minister to all your needs.

~thecove.org

God Is Gracious

 “The Lord is gracious and compassionate,

slow to anger and rich in love.

the Lord is good to all;

he has compassion on all he has made.”

Psalm 145:8-9

Psalm 145 is a psalm in which David explicitly gives five distinct characteristics of God, and they all begin with the letter "G."

• God's greatness
• God's goodness
• God's glory
• God's guarantee
• God's grace

All of these G's should give us peace daily and eternal hope.

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Look To The Lord

 “Look to the Lord and his

strength; seek his face always.”

1 Chronicles 16:11

“No matter how many times you cry out to God for strength He will be there. He hears you every single time. Don’t give up, don’t stop seeking the Lord. Don’t let anything keep you from seeking His face. God will give you the strength you need to get through anything. No matter what you face He is by your side and He will never leave you. If your soul is weary, if you’re going through troubled waters, if you’re facing temptations, whatever trials you are going through pour your heart out to God because He promises not only to give you strength but to be your strength.”     

~ the consecratedwoman.com

The Holy Spirit’s Nudge

 “And God has given us his 

Spirit is proof that we live in him 

and he in us.”

John 4:13

The nudge often comes ever so gently. Something is pricking your spirit. It’s God’s way of elbowing you to get your attention. It’s Him saying, “Hey, I want you to do something for me; I want you to join me in working in a mighty way.” Someone needs to be contacted. The phone call needs to be made, a card needs to be sent, or you need to stop and pray for a certain person or just simple reminders that can all-too-easily be dismissed. We need only pay attention to the Holy Spirit’s nudge and as we act on it, God’s business is performed through us and because of us. But the choice is ours – will we respond or will we ignore it and go about our day? It’s so easy to shrug off the nudge, isn’t it? Oswald Chambers says, “If there is something upon which God has put His pressure, obey in that matter.

~ Justbetweenus.org

God Cares About The Small Stuff

 “Don’t worry about anything; instead pray

about everything.  Tell God what you

need, and thank him for all he has done”

Philippians 4:6

“God helps us with so many “inconsequential” things just to keep proving He cares about every detail of our lives.  And I think He does it with a smile every time.

This is the confidence we have in approaching God: if we ask anything according to His will, He hears us. He is not beholden to give us everything we ask for, just like parents don’t give their children, whom they love dearly, everything they ask for. Our asks may be met with a holy “yes”, a holy “no”, a holy “wait”, or a holy “I’ve got better planned for you than you even have the capacity to ask for.” Praise You, Jesus.

Bring everything to Him. Lay it all at His feet. Ask for His protective hand to be on every decision, every action, every thought and every word spoken. Nothing is too small (or too big) for God. Just ask.”

~ By Julie Hildebrand

Don’t Give Away Your Joy

 “No one can take your joy from you.”

John 16:22

“Jesus says that no person can take your joy from you. You have to give it away. The next time someone is rude or leaves you out, just smile and stay in peace. When you let someone else determine whether or not you’re going to stay in peace, you’re giving them your power. Make up your mind that you’re not going to let them take your joy. When someone tries to make you feel small, ignore it and move on. You’re not who they say you are; you are who God says you are—His masterpiece, crowned with favor. Be happy despite what they’re doing. Don’t keep responding the same old way and let people and circumstances determine your mood, your peace, or your joy. You can’t control what comes your way, but you can control how you respond. If you’re going to reach your destiny, you have to prove to God that you’ll stay on the high road. Do the right thing when it’s hard, and God will take you to levels you’ve never imagined.” ~ Joel Osteen

God’s Gifts

 “Every good and perfect gift

is from above.”

James 1:17

Have you ever taken a moment to marvel at the abundance of blessings in your life? The air you breathe, the sun that warms your face, and the love of family and friends are all tremendous gifts. Everything we enjoy has been freely bestowed on us by a loving Creator who doesn’t ever change—who never gives us cause for doubt or uncertainty.

Our lives, on the other hand, are constantly shifting, and we will find pleasant times interspersed with periods of hardship and sadness. Thankfully, we can always rely upon our God, whose good gifts are meant to remind us of His unchanging nature. Even when we face pain and adversity, we can look for the Father’s love and mercy in our life, recognizing each breath we take, each relationship we enjoy, and each sunrise we witness as evidence of His presence.

God’s gifts are perfect and precisely designed to sustain us in a way that fills our soul. Let’s receive them with a heart full of gratitude and speak of them as a way of testifying to His love.

~ In Touch Ministries 

God’s Beautiful Creation

 “God saw all that he had made, and

it was very good.”

Genesis 1:31

In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth with intention and precision. He spoke galaxies into existence, formed mountains and valleys, filled the seas with life, and adorned the earth with things of various colors and shapes. He surveyed His creation, declaring it to be “very good” (Gen. 1:31).

Beholding the wonders of creation allows us to catch a glimpse of divine artistry. The vibrant hues of a sunset, the delicate intricacy of a butterfly’s wings, and the grandeur of mountain ranges—all bear witness to the God’s endless wisdom and creativity.

Getting caught up in the mundane moments of life can make it easy to overlook the beauty around us. But when we slow down enough to take in God’s creation, it’s hard not to be filled with awe and gratitude. Each sunrise, chirping bird, and rustling leaf speaks of the Creator’s love for us. God’s declaration that His creation is “very good” reminds us of the inherent worth of all He has made, including us.

Pause for a moment to step outside and behold the beauty of God’s creation. Whether you look at a single blade of grass or the expanse of the sky, remember it all reflects the goodness of our Creator, who made every bit of it with love.

~ In Touch Ministries

The Power of the Holy Spirit

“May the God of Hope fill you with all

joy and peace as you trust in him,

so that you my overflow with hope by 

the power of the Holy Spirit.”

Romans 15:13

The Spirit whom God in Christ sends us is a strong Spirit to give us help and hope in times of need. The Spirit revives, strengthens and reinvigorates. He inspires enthusiasm (from en theos, which means "in God"). The Spirit puts new heart and courage into us when we lose heart and get discouraged.

~ Darrell Wood

 

God’s Mercy

 “Because of the tender mercy of our God, by 

which the rising sun will come to us from the heaven

to shine on those living in darkness and in

the shadow of death, to guide our feet into the path of peace.”

“The reviving light of knowledge of the glory of God can only be seen in face of Lord Jesus Christ.  He is the morning light of God’s grace.  He is the Light who alone gives life  and hope and peace and love.”

~ knowing-Jesus.com

The Olive Tree

 “But I am like an olive tree

flourishing in the house of God; I trust

in God’s unfailing love for ever and ever.”

Psalm 52:8

“The olive tree and olive branch have been symbols of peace and reconciliation ever since the account of Noah’s flood. When the dove brought Noah “a plucked olive leaf in its beak,” the olive branch represented new life sprouting on the earth (Genesis 8:11). The olive tree was alive and growing. The promise of the dove’s olive branch was a new beginning for humanity, peace and reconciliation with God, renewal, and revival. The slow and hearty growth of the olive tree also implies establishment and peace. Some of the oldest olive trees in the world still grow today in the Garden of Gethsemane on 

the Mount of Olives.”

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He Has Risen…Hallelujah!!!

 "Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead." 1 Peter 1:3

 

(Holy) Good Friday

“But God demonstrated his own love for us: 

While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”

Romans 5:8

“We were weak and helpless because we could do nothing on our own to save ourselves.  Someone had to come and rescue us.  Not only did Christ come at a good time in history, he came at exactly the right time - according to God’s schedule.  God controls all history, and controlled the timing, methods, and results of Jesus’ death.”

“God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son,

that whoever believes in him should not

perish, but have everlasting life.”

John 3:16

~ Life Application Study Bible

Jesus’ Presence

“And I am with you always, to the 

very in of age…”

“Jesus was with His disciples physically until he ascended into heaven, and spiritually through the Holy Spirit.  The Holy Spirit would be Jesus’ presence that would never leave them.

“Jesus is the greatest and most loving friend we could ever have - guiding, comforting, and giving us strength.  In His presence, we can find peace, courage, and assurance that we’re never alone.”

 

“Jesus continues to be with us through His Holy Spirit.”

~ Life Application Study Bible

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God Orchestrates Our Lives

 “And we know that in all things,

 God works for the good.”

Romans 8:28

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God Is Good

 “Give thanks to the Lord, for 

he is good, his love endures forever.”

Psalm 107:1

“David wrote this hymn of praise and thanksgiving, which focuses on God’s unwavering love and patience with sinners.  Psalm 107 is a reminder to thank God for that mercy, because it will last eternally.”

~ iBelieve.com

Armor of God

 “Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty

power.  Put on the full armor of God, so that you

can take your stand against the devil’s schemes.”

Ephesians 6:10

“To withstand their attacks we must depend on God’s strength and use every piece of his armor.  Satan is constantly battling against all who are on the Lord’s side.  We need supernatural power to defeat Satan, and God has provided this by giving us his Holy Spirit within us and the armor surrounding us.”

~ Life Application Study Bible

Trust In The Lord

 “Trust in Lord with all your heart.”

Proverbs 3:5

You are not supposed to figure out your path through this life alone. God will guide you throughout all the twists and turns of life. He will protect you and take care of you. He will lead you to a life of freedom and purpose greater than any life you could carve out for yourself.

Proverbs 3:5-6 says, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.” Allowing God to be your guide begins with a commitment to trust. God cannot lead you where you will not follow. We must grow our desire for God’s instruction and guidance. 
If you’ll let him, God will guide you in and out of every circumstance by tugging on your spirit and speaking to your heart. With God in charge of your life you will be perfectly led. He’s given you all you will ever need to go through life with him as your guide. You just have to trust him to lead you better than you can lead yourself.

~ new spring.cc

Our Guiding Light

 “I sought the Lord.”

Psalm 34:4

During times of trial and uncertainty, worry can engulf our heart. But today’s passage serves as an unwavering beacon of hope: “I sought the Lord and He answered me, and rescued me from all my fears” (v. 4). When we feel vulnerable and assailed by doubt, God stands ready to be our guiding light, leading us through the darkness of fear into the comforting embrace of His love.

Like a lighthouse whose beam pierces the night, God’s presence offers reassurance in our life. When we earnestly seek Him, pouring out our fears and worries, He answers with a love that transcends our understanding. In the warmth of His compassion, we find strength to face our fears head-on, knowing we are not alone on a dark sea. God’s deliverance doesn’t mean our circumstances will change. Instead, it offers a transformative inner peace that steadies our mind and heart. It empowers us to walk through life’s challenges with the realization that our faith in Him is stronger than the grip of fear.

Let us take solace in knowing that even when we feel afraid, God is ever-present, guiding us with His divine light. In the darkest moments, His love shines through, illuminating the path ahead. As we seek Him, He becomes our rock, our refuge, and our source of courage.

~ In Touch Ministries