2 Corinthians 1:9 But this happened that we might not rely on ourselves but on God.
- Life does not always make sense. - We don't always know why certain things happen. - Even when things don't make sense, God is still in control. - As a result we can learn to rely on Him and not on ourselves. PRAYER: Lord, help me to realize that it is only as I rely on You that I can be confident. Amen. Joshua 1:9 Yes, be bold and strong! Banish fear and doubt! For remember, the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.
- God is with us - That is the fact. - We must deal ruthlessly with fear and doubt. - We must encourage ourselves to be bold and strong, because HE is with us! PRAYER: Lord, I will be bold and strong in the strength that You give me. Amen. John 15:13-14Greater love has no one than this; that he lay down his life for his friends. You are my friends.
- God's love for us is so great that He paid the ultimate price. - Because of God's love for us, He died for us. - This action was a true sign of love and friendship. - God loves you and desires that you would know Him as your friend. PRAYER: Lord, You are so good. Thank You for dying and going to the cross so that I could be forgiven and know You better. Amen. Colossians 3:23
'Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men.' - Let's put God first in all we do and say. - Don't be half-hearted in your approach to life. - Give it your best and do it with all your heart. - Remember that ultimately HE is the great rewarder. PRAYER: Lord, help me, as I approach this new week, to do my best and do the work I do with all my heart. May I live my life in a way that pleases You. Amen. Romans 5:2 (Living Bible)
'We confidently and joyfully look forward to actually becoming all that God has had in mind for us to be.' - We have so much to look forward to! - God has wonderful plans for each one of us. - We need to anticipate with excitement, His goodness. - We can consider it probable, likely and certain! PRAYER: Lord, I look forward to becoming all that You have intended for me to be. I pray that You will continue working in my life to bring about Your plans and purposes. Amen. John 10:27
'My sheep respond to (listen and hear) My voice, and I know who they are. They follow Me!' - God wants to come and lead and guide you. - Be sensitive to His voice and His leading in your life. - Don't forget to do what He tells you to do. - Remember, He knows you Andre. PRAYER: Lord, lead me and guide me today and always. I am Your child and it is my heart's desire to follow You. Amen. Proverbs 2:7 (NIV)
'He (the Lord) holds success in store for the upright!' - God wants to supply what you need in order to make it. - If you need wisdom, He will provide wisdom. - If you need strength, He will come and strengthen you. - He has what you need, so run to Him and expect His help. PRAYER: Lord, thank You that You hold success in store for me. I will run to You knowing that You are able to supply me with the very things I need today. Amen. Psalm 29:11
The Lord gives strength to His people; the Lord blesses His people with peace. - Here are two blessings that God wants to give you. - The blessing of strength and the blessing of peace. - God gives strength to those who feel weak. - Peace is a blessing of great value! PRAYER: Lord, I receive Your gifts of strength and peace today. I ask You to strengthen me and give me peace. Amen. Ecclesiastes 10:10 'Using a dull ax requires great strength, so sharpen the blade.'
- Most people just do what they are required to do. - Over time this wears you down and you can become like a blunt axe. - But successful people always do a little more than what is required. - In the process they stay sharp and effective. PRAYER: Lord, help me not just to do what is required, but cause my life to be effective just like a sharpened axe is more effective. Amen. Psalm 18:39
'You have armed me with strength for the battle.' - Sometimes it can feel like we don't have the strength for what we are facing. - But God wants you to know that He has and will strengthen you. - Whatever the battles may be, He will enable you. - Receive His strength and enabling power right now. PRAYER: Lord, I receive Your strength and enabling power right now. You, Oh Lord, know the battles that I am facing and I know that You will arm and strengthen me and cause me to walk in victory. Amen. |
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