Peter's Picks

The Perfect 7-day Diet – Peter’s Picks

            by Peter MacLaren 

‘Just How Important You are to God’

 

Day 1: 1 John 3:1 - “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.”

 

Day 2: Jeremiah 31:3 - “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.’”

 

Day 3: Ephesians 2:10 - “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.”

 

Day 4: Isaiah 49:16 - “See, I have written your name on the palms of my hands. Always in my mind is a picture of Jerusalem’s walls in ruins.”

 

Day 5: Romans 5:8 - “But God showed his great love for us by sending Christ to die for us while we were still sinners.”

 

Day 6: Ephesians 1:1-7 - “This letter is from Paul, chosen by the will of God to be an apostle of Christ Jesus. I am writing to God’s holy people in Ephesus, who are faithful followers of Christ Jesus. May God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ give you grace and peace. All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly realms because we are united with Christ. Even before he made the world, God loved us and chose us in Christ to be holy and without fault in his eyes. God decided in advance to adopt us into his own family by bringing us to himself through Jesus Christ. This is what he wanted to do, and it gave him great pleasure. So we praise God for the glorious grace he has poured out on us who belong to his dear Son. He is so rich in kindness and grace that he purchased our freedom with the blood of his Son and forgave our sins.”

 

Day 7: Psalm 100:1-5 - “Shout with joy to the Lord, all the earth! Worship the Lord with gladness. Come before him, singing with joy. Acknowledge that the Lord is God! He made us, and we are his. We are his people, the sheep of his pasture. Enter his gates with thanksgiving; go into his courts with praise. Give thanks to him and praise his name. For the Lord is good. His unfailing love continues forever, and his faithfulness continues to each generation.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘What Jesus Has Done for Us’

 

Day 1: 2 Corinthians 5:21 - “For God made Christ, who never sinned, to be the offering for our sin, so that we could be made right with God through Christ.”

 

Day 2: Romans 6:23 - “For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life through Christ Jesus our Lord.”

 

Day 3: Ephesians 2:8, 9 - “God saved you by his grace when you believed. And you can’t take credit for this; it is a gift from God. Salvation is not a reward for the good things we have done, so none of us can boast about it.”

 

Day 4: 1 John 1:9 - “But if we confess our sins to him, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all wickedness.”

 

Day 5: Romans 10:9 - “If you openly declare that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.”

 

Day 6: Titus 2:11, 13 - “For the grace of God has been revealed, bringing salvation to all people. And we are instructed to turn from godless living and sinful pleasures. We should live in this evil world with wisdom, righteousness, and devotion to God, while we look forward with hope to that wonderful day when the glory of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ, will be revealed.”

 

Day 7: John 14:6 - “Jesus told him, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one can come to the Father except through me.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘You are God’s Treasure’

Day 1: Psalm 139:13, 14 - “You made all the delicate, inner parts of my body and knit me together in my mother’s womb. Thank you for making me so wonderfully complex! Your workmanship is marvelous—how well I know it.”

Day 2: Deuteronomy 26:18 - “The Lord has declared today that you are his people, his own special treasure, just as he promised, and that you must obey all his commands.”

Day 3: Revelations 1:5-6 - “He is the faithful witness to these things, the first to rise from the dead, and the ruler of all the kings of the world. All glory to him who loves us and has freed us from our sins by shedding his blood for us. He has made us a Kingdom of priests for God his Father. All glory and power to him forever and ever! Amen.”

Day 4: Isaiah 62:3 - “The Lord will hold you in his hand for all to see—a splendid crown in the hand of God.”

Day 5: Deuteronomy 7:6 - “For you are a holy people, who belong to the Lord your God. Of all the people on earth, the Lord your God has chosen you to be his own special treasure.”

Day 6: Zephaniah 3:17 - “For the Lord your God is living among you. He is a mighty savior. He will take delight in you with gladness. With his love, he will calm all your fears. He will rejoice over you with joyful songs.”

Day 7: Malachi 3:17 - “‘They will be my people,’ says the Lord of Heaven’s Armies. ‘On the day when I act in judgment, they will be my own special treasure. I will spare them as a father spares an obedient child.’”

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

 

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‘Perfect Saviour’

 

Day 1: Isaiah 9:6, 7 - “For a child is born to us, a son is given to us. The government will rest on his shoulders. And he will be called: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. His government and its peace will never end. He will rule with fairness and justice from the throne of his ancestor David for all eternity. The passionate commitment of the Lord of Heaven’s Armies will make this happen!”

 

Day 2: Romans 3:22-26 - “We are made right with God by placing our faith in Jesus Christ. And this is true for everyone who believes, no matter who we are. For everyone has sinned; we all fall short of God’s glorious standard. Yet God, in his grace, freely makes us right in his sight. He did this through Christ Jesus when he freed us from the penalty for our sins. For God presented Jesus as the sacrifice for sin. People are made right with God when they believe that Jesus sacrificed his life, shedding his blood. This sacrifice shows that God was being fair when he held back and did not punish those who sinned in times past, for he was looking ahead and including them in what he would do in this present time. God did this to demonstrate his righteousness, for he himself is fair and just, and he makes sinners right in his sight when they believe in Jesus.”

 

Day 3: 1 John 2:2 - “He himself is the sacrifice that atones for our sins—and not only our sins but the sins of all the world.”

 

Day 4: 1 John 4:10 - “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.”

 

Day 5: Philippians 2:6-9 - “Though he was God, he did not think of equality with God as something to cling to. Instead, he gave up his divine privileges; he took the humble position of a slave and was born as a human being. When he appeared in human form, he humbled himself in obedience to God and died a criminal’s death on a cross. Therefore, God elevated him to the place of highest honor and gave him the name above all other names…”

 

Day 6: Ephesians 1:7 - “He is so rich in kindness and grace that he purchased our freedom with the blood of his Son and forgave our sins.”

 

Day 7: Hebrews 7:25 - “Therefore he is able, once and forever, to save those who come to God through him. He lives forever to intercede with God on their behalf.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

 

 

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‘There is Abundant Grace for All’

 

Day 1: Romans 3:23-25 - “For everyone has sinned; we all fall short of God’s glorious standard. Yet God, in his grace, freely makes us right in his sight. He did this through Christ Jesus when he freed us from the penalty for our sins. For God presented Jesus as the sacrifice for sin. People are made right with God when they believe that Jesus sacrificed his life, shedding his blood. This sacrifice shows that God was being fair when he held back and did not punish those who sinned in times past”

 

Day 2: Romans 5:1, 2 - “Therefore, since we have been made right in God’s sight by faith, we have peace with God because of what Jesus Christ our Lord has done for us. Because of our faith, Christ has brought us into this place of undeserved privilege where we now stand, and we confidently and joyfully look forward to sharing God’s glory.”

 

Day 3: Ephesians 2:8, 9 - “God saved you by his grace when you believed. And you can’t take credit for this; it is a gift from God. Salvation is not a reward for the good things we have done, so none of us can boast about it.”

 

Day 4: Isaiah 30:18 - “So the Lord must wait for you to come to him so he can show you his love and compassion. For the Lord is a faithful God. Blessed are those who wait for his help.”

 

Day 5: John 1:16, 17 - “From his abundance we have all received one gracious blessing after another. For the law was given through Moses, but God’s unfailing love and faithfulness came through Jesus Christ.”

 

Day 6: 2 Corinthians 9:8 - “And God will generously provide all you need. Then you will always have everything you need and plenty left over to share with others.”

 

Day 7: 2 Corinthians 12:9 - “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.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

 

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‘You Can Talk to God Anytime; He’s Listening’

 

Day 1: Psalm 116:8, 9 - “He has saved me from death, my eyes from tears, my feet from stumbling. And so I walk in the Lord’s presence as I live here on earth!”

 

Day 2: 1 Peter 3:12 - “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.”

 

Day 3: Psalm 18:6 - “But in my distress I cried out to the Lord; yes, I prayed to my God for help. He heard me from his sanctuary; my cry to him reached his ears.”

 

Day 4: Isaiah 65:24 - “I will answer them before they even call to me. While they are still talking about their needs, I will go ahead and answer their prayers!”

 

Day 5: Psalm 34:17 - “The Lord hears his people when they call to him for help. He rescues them from all their troubles.”

 

Day 6: Psalm 4:3 - “You can be sure of this: The Lord set apart the godly for himself. The Lord will answer when I call to him.”

 

Day 7: 1 John 5:14 - “And we are confident that he hears us whenever we ask for anything that pleases him.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Rock Solid Hope’

 

Day 1: 1 Corinthians 3:11 - “For no one can lay any foundation other than the one we already have—Jesus Christ.”

 

Day 2: Hebrews 6:19 - “This hope is a strong and trustworthy anchor for our souls. It leads us through the curtain into God’s inner sanctuary.”

 

Day 3: Psalm 62:5 - “Let all that I am wait quietly before God, for my hope is in him.”

 

Day 4: Psalm 40:1-3 - “I waited patiently for the Lord to help me, and he turned to me and heard my cry. He lifted me out of the pit of despair, out of the mud and the mire. He set my feet on solid ground and steadied me as I walked along. He has given me a new song to sing, a hymn of praise to our God. Many will see what he has done and be amazed. They will put their trust in the Lord.”

 

Day 5: Matthew 7:24 - “Anyone who listens to my teaching and follows it is wise, like a person who builds a house on solid rock.”

 

Day 6: Deuteronomy 32:4 - “He is the Rock; his deeds are perfect. Everything he does is just and fair. He is a faithful God who does no wrong; how just and upright he is!”

 

Day 7: Psalm 95:1 - “Come, let us sing to the Lord! Let us shout joyfully to the Rock of our salvation.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘You Can Talk to God Anytime’

 

Day 1: Psalm 116:8, 9 - “He has saved me from death, my eyes from tears, my feet from stumbling. And so I walk in the Lord’s presence as I live here on earth!”

 

Day 2: 1 Peter 3:12 - “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.”

 

Day 3: Psalm 66:19, 20 - “But God did listen! He paid attention to my prayer. Praise God, who did not ignore my prayer or withdraw his unfailing love from me.”

 

Day 4: Psalm 18:6 - “But in my distress I cried out to the Lord; yes, I prayed to my God for help. He heard me from his sanctuary; my cry to him reached his ears.”

 

Day 5: Isaiah 65:24 - “I will answer them before they even call to me. While they are still talking about their needs, I will go ahead and answer their prayers!”

 

Day 6: Psalm 34:17 - “The Lord hears his people when they call to him for help. He rescues them from all their troubles.”

 

Day 7: Psalm 4:3 - “You can be sure of this: The Lord set apart the godly for himself. The Lord will answer when I call to him.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘The Closeness of God’

 

Day 1: Isaiah 49:16 - “See, I have written your name on the palms of my hands. Always in my mind is a picture of Jerusalem’s walls in ruins.”

 

Day 2: Zephaniah 3:17 - “For the Lord your God is living among you. He is a mighty savior. He will take delight in you with gladness. With his love, he will calm all your fears. He will rejoice over you with joyful songs.”

 

Day 3: Psalm 145:18 - “The Lord is close to all who call on him, yes, to all who call on him in truth.”

 

Day 4: Psalm 34:18 - “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those whose spirits are crushed.”

 

Day 5: Psalm 63:7, 8 - “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.”

 

Day 6: John 14:18 - “No, I will not abandon you as orphans—I will come to you.”

 

Day 7: Psalm 73:23-28 - “Yet I still belong to you; you hold my right hand. You guide me with your counsel, leading me to a glorious destiny. Whom have I in heaven but you? I desire you more than anything on earth. My health may fail, and my spirit may grow weak, but God remains the strength of my heart; he is mine forever. Those who desert him will perish, for you destroy those who abandon you. But as for me, how good it is to be near God! I have made the Sovereign Lord my shelter, and I will tell everyone about the wonderful things you do.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Are You Open to the Holy Spirit?’

 

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

 

Day 2: John 6:63 - “The Spirit alone gives eternal life. Human effort accomplishes nothing. And the very words I have spoken to you are spirit and life.”

 

Day 3: Romans 8:13, 14 - “For if you live by its dictates, you will die. But if through the power of the Spirit you put to death the deeds of your sinful nature, you will live. For all who are led by the Spirit of God are children of God.”

 

Day 4: Ezekiel 36:26, 27 - “And I will give you a new heart, and I will put a new spirit in you. I will take out your stony, stubborn heart and give you a tender, responsive heart. And I will put my Spirit in you so that you will follow my decrees and be careful to obey my regulations.”

 

Day 5: Roman 8:5 - “Those who are dominated by the sinful nature think about sinful things, but those who are controlled by the Holy Spirit think about things that please the Spirit.”

 

Day 6: Titus 3:5 - “... he saved us, not because of the righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He washed away our sins, giving us a new birth and new life through the Holy Spirit.”

 

Day 7: 2 Corinthians 3:18 - “So all of us who have had that veil removed can see and reflect the glory of the Lord. And the Lord—who is the Spirit—makes us more and more like him as we are changed into his glorious image.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Hope in God’

 

Day 1: Psalm 147:11 - “No, the Lord’s delight is in those who fear him, those who put their hope in his unfailing love.”

 

Day 2: Isaiah 40:30, 31 - “Even youths will become weak and tired, and young men will fall in exhaustion.  But those who trust in the Lord will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint.”

 

Day 3: Psalm 16:5-8 - “Lord, you alone are my inheritance, my cup of blessing. You guard all that is mine. The land you have given me is a pleasant land. What a wonderful inheritance! I will bless the Lord who guides me; even at night my heart instructs me. I know the Lord is always with me. I will not be shaken, for he is right beside me.”

 

Day 4: Jeremiah 17:7, 8 - “But blessed are those who trust in the Lord and have made the Lord their hope and confidence. They are like trees planted along a riverbank, with roots that reach deep into the water. Such trees are not bothered by the heat or worried by long months of drought. Their leaves stay green, and they never stop producing fruit.”

 

Day 5: Roman 12:11, 12 - “Never be lazy, but work hard and serve the Lord enthusiastically. Rejoice in our confident hope. Be patient in trouble, and keep on praying.”

 

Day 6: Titus 2:11-13 - “For the grace of God has been revealed, bringing salvation to all people. And we are instructed to turn from godless living and sinful pleasures. We should live in this evil world with wisdom, righteousness, and devotion to God, while we look forward with hope to that wonderful day when the glory of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ, will be revealed.”

 

Day 7: Romans 15:13 - “I pray that God, the source of hope, will fill you completely with joy and peace because you trust in him. Then you will overflow with confident hope through the power of the Holy Spirit.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘God’s Love Affirmed…’

 

Day 1: John 3:16 - I am deeply loved by God - “For this is how God loved the world: He gave his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life.”

 

Day 2: Psalm 103:8 - The Lord is compassionate - “The Lord is compassionate and merciful, slow to get angry and filled with unfailing love.”

 

Day 3: Romans 8:35 - No separation from His love - “Can anything ever separate us from Christ’s love? Does it mean he no longer loves us if we have trouble or calamity, or are persecuted, or hungry, or destitute, or in danger, or threatened with death?”

 

Day 4: Jeremiah 31:3 - Everlasting 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.’”

 

Day 5: Lamentations 3:22, 23 - God’s love is constant - “The faithful love of the Lord never ends! His mercies never cease. Great is his faithfulness; his mercies begin afresh each morning.”

 

Day 6: 1 John 3:1 - I am God’s beloved - “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.”

 

Day 7: Romans 5:8 - God’s love demonstrated - “But God showed his great love for us by sending Christ to die for us while we were still sinners.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Building His Church’

 

Day 1: 1 Peter 2:4, 5 - “You are coming to Christ, who is the living cornerstone of God’s temple. He was rejected by people, but he was chosen by God for great honor. And you are living stones that God is building into his spiritual temple. What’s more, you are his holy priests. Through the mediation of Jesus Christ, you offer spiritual sacrifices that please God.”

 

Day 2: Galatians 5:22, 23 - “But the Holy Spirit produces this kind of fruit in our lives: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. There is no law against these things!”

 

Day 3: Ephesians 4:12 - “Their responsibility is to equip God’s people to do his work and build up the church, the body of Christ.”

 

Day 4: Acts 2:42-47 - “All the believers devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching, and to fellowship, and to sharing in meals (including the Lord’s Supper), and to prayer. A deep sense of awe came over them all, and the apostles performed many miraculous signs and wonders. And all the believers met together in one place and shared everything they had. They sold their property and possessions and shared the money with those in need. They worshiped together at the Temple each day, met in homes for the Lord’s Supper, and shared their meals with great joy and generosity — all the while praising God and enjoying the goodwill of all the people. And each day the Lord added to their fellowship those who were being saved.”

 

Day 5: 1 Corinthians 3:9 - “For we are both God’s workers. And you are God’s field. You are God’s building.”

 

Day 6: Ephesians 2:19-22 - “So now you Gentiles are no longer strangers and foreigners. You are citizens along with all of God’s holy people. You are members of God’s family. Together, we are his house, built on the foundation of the apostles and the prophets. And the cornerstone is Christ Jesus himself. We are carefully joined together in him, becoming a holy temple for the Lord. Through him you Gentiles are also being made part of this dwelling where God lives by his Spirit.”

 

Day 7: Hebrews 10:24, 25 - “Let us think of ways to motivate one another to acts of love and good works. And let us not neglect our meeting together, as some people do, but encourage one another, especially now that the day of his return is drawing near.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

 

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‘God Says You Are’

 

Day 1: Hebrews 8:12 - Forgiven - “And I will forgive their wickedness, and I will never again remember their sins.”

 

Day 2: 2 Corinthians 5:17 - A New Creation – “This means that anyone who belongs to Christ has become a new person. The old life is gone; a new life has begun!”

 

Day 3: Psalm 111:9 - Redeemed – “He has paid a full ransom for his people. He has guaranteed his covenant with them forever. What a holy, awe-inspiring name he has!”

 

Day 4: Galatians 5:1 - Free – “So Christ has truly set us free. Now make sure that you stay free, and don’t get tied up again in slavery to the law.”

 

Day 5: Ephesians 2:10 - A 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.”

 

Day 6: 2 Corinthians 5:20, 21 - His Ambassador – “So we are Christ’s ambassadors; God is making his appeal through us. We speak for Christ when we plead, ‘Come back to God!’ For God made Christ, who never sinned, to be the offering for our sin, so that we could be made right with God through Christ.”

 

Day 7: Romans 5:8 - Loved - “But God showed his great love for us by sending Christ to die for us while we were still sinners.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

 

 

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‘With God You Are Never Alone’

 

Day 1: Deuteronomy 31:8 - “Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the Lord will personally go ahead of you. He will be with you; he will neither fail you nor abandon you.”

 

Day 2: Joshua 1:9 – “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.”

 

Day 3: 1 Chronicles 28:20 – “Then David continued, ‘Be strong and courageous, and do the work. Don’t be afraid or discouraged, for the Lord God, my God, is with you. He will not fail you or forsake you. He will see to it that all the work related to the Temple of the Lord is finished correctly.’”

 

Day 4: Psalm 94:14 – “The Lord will not reject his people; he will not abandon his special possession.”

 

Day 5: Isaiah 41:10 – “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.”

 

Day 6: Psalm 27:10 – “Even if my father and mother abandon me, the Lord will hold me close.”

 

Day 7: Deuteronomy 31:6 - “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.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘God Forever and Always’

 

Day 1: Isaiah 44:6 - “This is what the Lord says—Israel’s King and Redeemer, the Lord of Heaven’s Armies: ‘I am the First and the Last; there is no other God.’”

 

Day 2: Isaiah 40:8 – “The grass withers and the flowers fade, but the word of our God stands forever.”

 

Day 3: Psalm 90:2 – “Before the mountains were born, before you gave birth to the earth and the world, from beginning to end, you are God.”

 

Day 4: Hebrews 1:8 – “But to the Son he says, ‘Your throne, O God, endures forever and ever. You rule with a scepter of justice.’”

 

Day 5: Psalm 73:26 – “My health may fail, and my spirit may grow weak, but God remains the strength of my heart; he is mine forever.”

 

Day 6: Psalm 119:160 – “The very essence of your words is truth; all your just regulations will stand forever.”

 

Day 7: 1 Timothy 1:17 - “All honor and glory to God forever and ever! He is the eternal King, the unseen one who never dies; he alone is God. Amen.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘No Condemnation in Christ’

 

Day 1: Romans 8:1-4 - “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. The law of Moses was unable to save us because of the weakness of our sinful nature. So God did what the law could not do. He sent his own Son in a body like the bodies we sinners have. And in that body God declared an end to sin’s control over us by giving his Son as a sacrifice for our sins. He did this so that the just requirement of the law would be fully satisfied for us, who no longer follow our sinful nature but instead follow the Spirit.”

 

Day 2: John 3:17, 18 – “God sent his Son into the world not to judge the world, but to save the world through him. ‘’There is no judgment against anyone who believes in him. But anyone who does not believe in him has already been judged for not believing in God’s one and only Son.’”

 

Day 3: 1 John 1:9 – “But if we confess our sins to him, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all wickedness.”

 

Day 4: John 5:24 – “I tell you the truth, those who listen to my message and believe in God who sent me have eternal life. They will never be condemned for their sins, but they have already passed from death into life.”

 

Day 5: 2 Corinthians 5:17 & 21 – “This means that anyone who belongs to Christ has become a new person. The old life is gone; a new life has begun! ...For God made Christ, who never sinned, to be the offering for our sin, so that we could be made right with God through Christ.”

 

Day 6: Hebrews 8:12 – “And I will forgive their wickedness, and I will never again remember their sins.”

 

Day 7: Galatians 5:1 - “So Christ has truly set us free. Now make sure that you stay free, and don’t get tied up again in slavery to the law.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

 

 

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‘God’s Protection’

 

Day 1: Psalm 91:11 - “For he will order his angels to protect you wherever you go.”

 

Day 2: 2 Thessalonians 3:3-5 – “But the Lord is faithful; he will strengthen you and guard you from the evil one. And we are confident in the Lord that you are doing and will continue to do the things we commanded you. May the Lord lead your hearts into a full understanding and expression of the love of God and the patient endurance that comes from Christ.”

 

Day 3: Proverbs 18:10 – “The name of the Lord is a strong fortress; the godly run to him and are safe.”

 

Day 4: Psalm 121:7, 8 – “The Lord keeps you from all harm and watches over your life. The Lord keeps watch over you as you come and go, both now and forever.”

 

Day 5: Psalm 34:17, 18 – “The Lord hears his people when they call to him for help. He rescues them from all their troubles. The Lord is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those whose spirits are crushed.”

 

Day 6: Psalm 32:7 – “For you are my hiding place; you protect me from trouble. You surround me with songs of victory. Interlude”

 

Day 7: 2 Samuel 22:2-4 - “The Lord is my rock, my fortress, and my savior; my God is my rock, in whom I find protection. He is my shield, the power that saves me, and my place of safety. He is my refuge, my savior, the one who saves me from violence. I called on the Lord, who is worthy of praise, and he saved me from my enemies.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Will You Be Found Faithful?’

 

Day 1: Galatians 5:22-25 - “But the Holy Spirit produces this kind of fruit in our lives: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. There is no law against these things! Those who belong to Christ Jesus have nailed the passions and desires of their sinful nature to his cross and crucified them there. Since we are living by the Spirit, let us follow the Spirit’s leading in every part of our lives.”

 

Day 2: 1 Peter 4:19 – “So if you are suffering in a manner that pleases God, keep on doing what is right, and trust your lives to the God who created you, for he will never fail you.”

 

Day 3: 1 Samuel 12:24 – “But be sure to fear the Lord and faithfully serve him. Think of all the wonderful things he has done for you.”

 

Day 4: Proverbs 3:3 – “Never let loyalty and kindness leave you! Tie them around your neck as a reminder. Write them deep within your heart.”

 

Day 5: Deuteronomy 6:5 – “And you must love the Lord your God with all your heart, all your soul, and all your strength.”

 

Day 6: James 1:12 – “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.”

 

Day 7: Hebrews 10:23 - “Let us hold tightly without wavering to the hope we affirm, for God can be trusted to keep his promise.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘If You Are Looking For Truth’

 

Day 1: John 14:6 - “Jesus told him, ‘I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one can come to the Father except through me.’”

 

Day 2: 1 John 1:8 – “If we claim we have no sin, we are only fooling ourselves and not living in the truth.”

 

Day 3: John 17:17 – “Make them holy by your truth; teach them your word, which is truth.”

 

Day 4: Psalm 25:5 – “Lead me by your truth and teach me, for you are the God who saves me. All day long I put my hope in you.”

 

Day 5: Ephesians 1:13 – “And now you Gentiles have also heard the truth, the Good News that God saves you. And when you believed in Christ, he identified you as his own by giving you the Holy Spirit, whom he promised long ago.”

 

Day 6: 1 John 5:20 – “And we know that the Son of God has come, and he has given us understanding so that we can know the true God. And now we live in fellowship with the true God because we live in fellowship with his Son, Jesus Christ. He is the only true God, and he is eternal life.”

 

Day 7: Psalm 119:160 - “The very essence of your words is truth; all your just regulations will stand forever.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘You Must Walk With God Daily’

 

Day 1: Micah 6:8 - “No, O people, the Lord has told you what is good, and this is what he requires of you: to do what is right, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God.”

 

Day 2: Proverbs 10:8, 9 – “The wise are glad to be instructed, but babbling fools fall flat on their faces. People with integrity walk safely, but those who follow crooked paths will be exposed.”

 

Day 3: Psalm 25:4, 5 – “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 who saves me. All day long I put my hope in you.”

 

Day 4: Psalm 119:102-106 – “I haven’t turned away from your regulations, for you have taught me well. How sweet your words taste to me; they are sweeter than honey. Your commandments give me understanding; no wonder I hate every false way of life. Your word is a lamp to guide my feet and a light for my path. I’ve promised it once, and I’ll promise it again: I will obey your righteous regulations.”

 

Day 5: John 15:4, 5 – “Remain in me, and I will remain in you. For a branch cannot produce fruit if it is severed from the vine, and you cannot be fruitful unless you remain in me. ‘Yes, I am the vine; you are the branches. Those who remain in me, and I in them, will produce much fruit. For apart from me you can do nothing.’”

 

Day 6: Psalm 143:8 – “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.”

 

Day 7: Joshua 22:5 - “But be very careful to obey all the commands and the instructions that Moses gave to you. Love the Lord your God, walk in all his ways, obey his commands, hold firmly to him, and serve him with all your heart and all your soul.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Can You Take Correction?’

 

Day 1: 2 Timothy 3:16 - “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.”

 

Day 2: Proverbs 10:17 – “People who accept discipline are on the pathway to life, but those who ignore correction will go astray.”

 

Day 3: Proverbs 12:1 – “To learn, you must love discipline; it is stupid to hate correction.”

 

Day 4: Proverbs 13:18 – “If you ignore criticism, you will end in poverty and disgrace; if you accept correction, you will be honored.”

 

Day 5: Proverbs 15:32 – “If you reject discipline, you only harm yourself; but if you listen to correction, you grow in understanding.”

 

Day 6: Hebrews 12:11 – “No discipline is enjoyable while it is happening—it’s painful! But afterward there will be a peaceful harvest of right living for those who are trained in this way.”

 

Day 7: Job 5:17 - “But consider the joy of those corrected by God! Do not despise the discipline of the Almighty when you sin.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘God is Your Provider’

 

Day 1: Matthew 6:31-33 - “So don’t worry about these things, saying, ‘What will we eat? What will we drink? What will we wear?’ These things dominate the thoughts of unbelievers, but your heavenly Father already knows all your needs. Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.”

 

Day 2: 2 Corinthians 9:8 – “And God will generously provide all you need. Then you will always have everything you need and plenty left over to share with others.”

 

Day 3: Malachi 3:10 – “‘Bring all the tithes into the storehouse so there will be enough food in my Temple. If you do,’ says the Lord of Heaven’s Armies, ‘I will open the windows of heaven for you. I will pour out a blessing so great you won’t have enough room to take it in! Try it! Put me to the test!’”

 

Day 4: James 1:17 – “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.”

 

Day 5: 1 Timothy 6:17-19 – “Teach those who are rich in this world not to be proud and not to trust in their money, which is so unreliable. Their trust should be in God, who richly gives us all we need for our enjoyment. Tell them to use their money to do good. They should be rich in good works and generous to those in need, always being ready to share with others. By doing this they will be storing up their treasure as a good foundation for the future so that they may experience true life.”

 

Day 6: 2 Peter 1:3 – “By his divine power, God has given us everything we need for living a godly life. We have received all of this by coming to know him, the one who called us to himself by means of his marvelous glory and excellence.”

 

Day 7: Philippians 4:19 - “And this same God who takes care of me will supply all your needs from his glorious riches, which have been given to us in Christ Jesus.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

 

 

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‘Have Confidence in God’

 

Day 1: Hebrews 10:35, 36 - “So do not throw away this confident trust in the Lord. Remember the great reward it brings you! Patient endurance is what you need now, so that you will continue to do God’s will. Then you will receive all that he has promised.”

 

Day 2: Psalm 139:13, 14 – “You made all the delicate, inner parts of my body and knit me together in my mother’s womb. Thank you for making me so wonderfully complex! Your workmanship is marvelous—how well I know it.”

 

Day 3: 2 Corinthians 12:9 – “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.’”

 

Day 4: Ephesians 3:12 – “Because of Christ and our faith in him, we can now come boldly and confidently into God’s presence.”

 

Day 5: Hebrews 4:16 – “So let us come boldly to the throne of our gracious God. There we will receive his mercy, and we will find grace to help us when we need it most.”

 

Day 6: Jeremiah 17:7 – “But blessed are those who trust in the Lord and have made the Lord their hope and confidence.”

 

Day 7: Philippians 1:6 - “And I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue his work until it is finally finished on the day when Christ Jesus returns.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Importance of Fellowship’

 

Day 1: Romans 12:4-8 - “Just as our bodies have many parts and each part has a special function, so it is with Christ’s body. We are many parts of one body, and we all belong to each other. In his grace, God has given us different gifts for doing certain things well. So if God has given you the ability to prophesy, speak out with as much faith as God has given you. If your gift is serving others, serve them well. If you are a teacher, teach well. If your gift is to encourage others, be encouraging. If it is giving, give generously. If God has given you leadership ability, take the responsibility seriously. And if you have a gift for showing kindness to others, do it gladly.”

 

Day 2: Hebrews 10:23-25 – “Let us hold tightly without wavering to the hope we affirm, for God can be trusted to keep his promise. Let us think of ways to motivate one another to acts of love and good works. And let us not neglect our meeting together, as some people do, but encourage one another, especially now that the day of his return is drawing near.”

 

Day 3: 1 Corinthians 14:23-25 – “Even so, if unbelievers or people who don’t understand these things come into your church meeting and hear everyone speaking in an unknown language, they will think you are crazy. But if all of you are prophesying, and unbelievers or people who don’t understand these things come into your meeting, they will be convicted of sin and judged by what you say. As they listen, their secret thoughts will be exposed, and they will fall to their knees and worship God, declaring, ‘God is truly here among you.’”

 

Day 4: Acts 2:42-44 – “All the believers devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching, and to fellowship, and to sharing in meals (including the Lord’s Supper), and to prayer. A deep sense of awe came over them all, and the apostles performed many miraculous signs and wonders. And all the believers met together in one place and shared everything they had.”

 

Day 5: Proverbs 27:17 – “As iron sharpens iron, so a friend sharpens a friend.”

 

Day 6: Colossians 3:12-17 – “Since God chose you to be the holy people he loves, you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. Make allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others. Above all, clothe yourselves with love, which binds us all together in perfect harmony. 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. Let the message about Christ, in all its richness, fill your lives. Teach and counsel each other with all the wisdom he gives. Sing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs to God with thankful hearts. And whatever you do or say, do it as a representative of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks through him to God the Father.”

 

Day 7: Philippians 2:1-4 - “Is there any encouragement from belonging to Christ? Any comfort from his love? Any fellowship together in the Spirit? Are your hearts tender and compassionate? Then make me truly happy by agreeing wholeheartedly with each other, loving one another, and working together with one mind and purpose. Don’t be selfish; don’t try to impress others. Be humble, thinking of others as better than yourselves. Don’t look out only for your own interests, but take an interest in others, too.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

 

 

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‘Need Answers - Ask God’

 

Day 1: Psalm 91:15, 16 - “When they call on me, I will answer; I will be with them in trouble. I will rescue and honor them. I will reward them with a long life and give them my salvation.”

 

Day 2: John 15:7 – “But if you remain in me and my words remain in you, you may ask for anything you want, and it will be granted!”

 

Day 3: Matthew 7:7, 8 – “Keep on asking, and you will receive what you ask for. Keep on seeking, and you will find. Keep on knocking, and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks, receives. Everyone who seeks, finds. And to everyone who knocks, the door will be opened.”

 

Day 4: Mark 11:24, 25 – “I tell you, you can pray for anything, and if you believe that you’ve received it, it will be yours. But when you are praying, first forgive anyone you are holding a grudge against, so that your Father in heaven will forgive your sins, too.”

 

Day 5: John 16:24 – “You haven’t done this before. Ask, using my name, and you will receive, and you will have abundant joy.”

 

Day 6: Matthew 6:6 – “But when you pray, go away by yourself, shut the door behind you, and pray to your Father in private. Then your Father, who sees everything, will reward you.”

 

Day 7: Hebrews 4:14-16 - “So then, since we have a great High Priest who has entered heaven, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold firmly to what we believe. This High Priest of ours understands our weaknesses, for he faced all of the same testings we do, yet he did not sin. So let us come boldly to the throne of our gracious God. There we will receive his mercy, and we will find grace to help us when we need it most.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘God is…’

 

Day 1: Colossians 1:15-17 - INFINITE - Self-existing - “Christ is the visible image of the invisible God. He existed before anything was created and is supreme over all creation, for through him God created everything in the heavenly realms and on earth. He made the things we can see and the things we can’t see— such as thrones, kingdoms, rulers, and authorities in the unseen world. Everything was created through him and for him. He existed before anything else, and he holds all creation together.”

 

Day 2: Romans 11:33 - IMMUTABLE - He has no needs – “Oh, how great are God’s riches and wisdom and knowledge! How impossible it is for us to understand his decisions and his ways!”

 

Day 3: Psalm 33:6 - OMNIPOTENT - All-powerful – “The Lord merely spoke, and the heavens were created. He breathed the word, and all the stars were born.”

 

Day 4: Isaiah 46:9, 10 - OMNISCIENT - All-knowing – “Remember the things I have done in the past. For I alone am God! I am God, and there is none like me. Only I can tell you the future before it even happens. Everything I plan will come to pass, for I do whatever I wish.”

 

Day 5: Jeremiah 23:23, 24 - OMNIPRESENT - Everywhere – “‘Am I a God who is only close at hand?’ says the Lord. ‘No, I am far away at the same time. Can anyone hide from me in a secret place? Am I not everywhere in all the heavens and earth?’ says the Lord.”

 

Day 6: Deuteronomy 32:4 - GOD IS JUST - Unchangeable – “He is the Rock; his deeds are perfect. Everything he does is just and fair. He is a faithful God who does no wrong; how just and upright he is!”

 

Day 7: Psalm 145:8, 9 - GRACIOUS - Spares the guilty - “The Lord is merciful and compassionate, slow to get angry and filled with unfailing love. The Lord is good to everyone. He showers compassion on all his creation.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘When You Fail God - Run to Him’

 

Day 1: 1 Corinthians 10:13 - “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.”

 

Day 2: Psalm 73:26 – “My health may fail, and my spirit may grow weak, but God remains the strength of my heart; he is mine forever.”

 

Day 3: Proverbs 28:13  – “People who conceal their sins will not prosper, but if they confess and turn from them, they will receive mercy.”

 

Day 4: Psalm 37:23, 24 – “The Lord directs the steps of the godly. He delights in every detail of their lives. Though they stumble, they will never fall, for the Lord holds them by the hand.”

 

Day 5: 1 Peter 5:6, 7 – “So humble yourselves under the mighty power of God, and at the right time he will lift you up in honor. Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you.”

 

Day 6: Psalm 34:17-19 – “The Lord hears his people when they call to him for help. He rescues them from all their troubles. The Lord is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those whose spirits are crushed. The righteous person faces many troubles, but the Lord comes to the rescue each time.”

 

Day 7: James 1:2-4 - “Dear brothers and sisters, when troubles of any kind come your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy. For you know that when your faith is tested, your endurance has a chance to grow. So let it grow, for when your endurance is fully developed, you will be perfect and complete, needing nothing.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘You Can Trust God’

 

Day 1: Psalm 32:10 - “Many sorrows come to the wicked, but unfailing love surrounds those who trust the Lord.”

 

Day 2: Psalm 37:3-5 – “Trust in the Lord and do good. Then you will live safely in the land and prosper. Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you your heart’s desires. Commit everything you do to the Lord. Trust him, and he will help you.”

 

Day 3: Psalm 40:4, 5  – “Oh, the joys of those who trust the Lord, who have no confidence in the proud or in those who worship idols. O Lord my God, you have performed many wonders for us. Your plans for us are too numerous to list. You have no equal. If I tried to recite all your wonderful deeds, I would never come to the end of them.”

 

Day 4: Isaiah 26:3, 4 – “You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in you, all whose thoughts are fixed on you! Trust in the Lord always, for the Lord God is the eternal Rock.”

 

Day 5: Psalm 90:9, 10 – “We live our lives beneath your wrath, ending our years with a groan. Seventy years are given to us! Some even live to eighty. But even the best years are filled with pain and trouble; soon they disappear, and we fly away.”

 

Day 6: Psalm 143:8-10 – “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. Rescue me from my enemies, Lord; I run to you to hide me. Teach me to do your will, for you are my God. May your gracious Spirit lead me forward on a firm footing.”

 

Day 7: Hebrews 4:16 - “So let us come boldly to the throne of our gracious God. There we will receive his mercy, and we will find grace to help us when we need it most.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Let God be Your Strength’

 

Day 1: 2 Corinthians 12:10 - “That’s why I take pleasure in my weaknesses, and in the insults, hardships, persecutions, and troubles that I suffer for Christ. For when I am weak, then I am strong.”

 

Day 2: Psalm 18:22 – “I have followed all his regulations; I have never abandoned his decrees.”

 

Day 3: Psalm 118:14  – “The Lord is my strength and my song; he has given me victory.”

 

Day 4: Psalm 28:7 – “The Lord is my strength and shield. I trust him with all my heart. He helps me, and my heart is filled with joy. I burst out in songs of thanksgiving.”

 

Day 5: Psalm 29:11 – “The Lord gives his people strength. The Lord blesses them with peace.”

 

Day 6: Isaiah 40:29 – “He gives power to the weak and strength to the powerless.”

 

Day 7: Philippians 4:13 - “For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘God is Holy’

 

Day 1: Psalm 96:7-9 - “O nations of the world, recognize the Lord; recognize that the Lord is glorious and strong. Give to the Lord the glory he deserves! Bring your offering and come into his courts. Worship the Lord in all his holy splendor. Let all the earth tremble before him.”

 

Day 2: Isaiah 57:15 – “The high and lofty one who lives in eternity, the Holy One, says this: ‘I live in the high and holy place with those whose spirits are contrite and humble. I restore the crushed spirit of the humble and revive the courage of those with repentant hearts.’”

 

Day 3: 1 Samuel 2:2  – “No one is holy like the Lord! There is no one besides you; there is no Rock like our God.”

 

Day 4: Isaiah 6:3 – “They were calling out to each other, ‘Holy, holy, holy is the Lord of Heaven’s Armies! The whole earth is filled with his glory!’”

 

Day 5: Ezekiel 38:23 – “In this way, I will show my greatness and holiness, and I will make myself known to all the nations of the world. Then they will know that I am the Lord.”

 

Day 6: Psalm 99:5 – “Exalt the Lord our God! Bow low before his feet, for he is holy!”

 

Day 7: Revelations 4:8-11 - “Each of these living beings had six wings, and their wings were covered all over with eyes, inside and out. Day after day and night after night they keep on saying, ‘Holy, holy, holy is the Lord God, the Almighty— the one who always was, who is, and who is still to come.’ Whenever the living beings give glory and honor and thanks to the one sitting on the throne (the one who lives forever and ever), the twenty-four elders fall down and worship the one sitting on the throne (the one who lives forever and ever). And they lay their crowns before the throne and say, ‘You are worthy, O Lord our God, to receive glory and honor and power. For you created all things, and they exist because you created what you pleased.’”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘This is life… Choose Wisely’

 

Day 1: 1 Corinthians 10:13 - “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.”

 

Day 2: Colossians 1:21-23 – “This includes you who were once far away from God. You were his enemies, separated from him by your evil thoughts and actions. 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. But you must continue to believe this truth and stand firmly in it. Don’t drift away from the assurance you received when you heard the Good News. The Good News has been preached all over the world, and I, Paul, have been appointed as God’s servant to proclaim it.”

 

Day 3: Galatians 6:7, 8  – “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.”

 

Day 4: Isaiah 55:6, 7 – “Seek the Lord while you can find him. Call on him now while he is near. 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.”

 

Day 5: 1 Peter 2:16 – “For you are free, yet you are God’s slaves, so don’t use your freedom as an excuse to do evil.”

 

Day 6: Deuteronomy 30:19, 20 – “Today I have given you the choice between life and death, between blessings and curses. Now I call on heaven and earth to witness the choice you make. Oh, that you would choose life, so that you and your descendants might live! You can make this choice by loving the Lord your God, obeying him, and committing yourself firmly to him. This is the key to your life. And if you love and obey the Lord, you will live long in the land the Lord swore to give your ancestors Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.”

 

Day 7: Galatians 5:1 - “So Christ has truly set us free. Now make sure that you stay free, and don’t get tied up again in slavery to the law.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘God…’

 

Day 1: 1 Peter 3:12 - Sees You - “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.”

 

Day 2: Psalm 139:1-6 - Knows You – “O Lord, you have examined my heart and know everything about me. You know when I sit down or stand up. You know my thoughts even when I’m far away. You see me when I travel and when I rest at home. You know everything I do. You know what I am going to say even before I say it, Lord. You go before me and follow me. You place your hand of blessing on my head. Such knowledge is too wonderful for me, too great for me to understand!”

 

Day 3: 1 Peter 5:7 - Cares About You – “Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you.”

 

Day 4: Isaiah 41:10, 13 - 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… For I hold you by your right hand— I, the Lord your God. And I say to you, ‘Don’t be afraid. I am here to help you.’”

 

Day 5: Psalm 34:17, 18 - Hears You – “The Lord hears his people when they call to him for help. He rescues them from all their troubles. The Lord is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those whose spirits are crushed.”

 

Day 6: Deuteronomy 31:6 - For 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.”

 

Day 7: Exodus 14:14 - Will Fight For You - “The Lord himself will fight for you. Just stay calm.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘7 Godly Habits to Follow’

Day 1: 1 Thesselonians 5:16-18 - PRAYER - Every day you sense the need & desire & habit to seek God – “Always be joyful. Never stop praying. Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus.”

 

Day 2: Hebrews 11:6 - FAITH - God is in control & you can trust Him – “And it is impossible to please God without faith. Anyone who wants to come to him must believe that God exists and that he rewards those who sincerely seek him.”

 

Day 3: Joshua 1:8 - MEDITATE - Search your heart & focus on Him - Search your heart & focus on Him – “Study this Book of Instruction continually. Meditate on it day and night so you will be sure to obey everything written in it. Only then will you prosper and succeed in all you do.”

 

Day 4: Ecclesiastes 12:13 - OBEY - Be obedient to God & leave the consequences to Him – “That’s the whole story. Here now is my final conclusion: Fear God and obey his commands, for this is everyone’s duty.”

 

Day 5: Psalm 62:5-7 - DEPENDANCE - Be filled everyday with Holy Spirit to give you guidance – “Let all that I am wait quietly before God, for my hope is in him. He alone is my rock and my salvation, my fortress where I will not be shaken. My victory and honor come from God alone. He is my refuge, a rock where no enemy can reach me.”

 

Day 6: 2 Corinthians 9:5-7 - A GIVING HEART - Give your time, talent & treasures and watch what he will do – “So I thought I should send these brothers ahead of me to make sure the gift you promised is ready. But I want it to be a willing gift, not one given grudgingly. Remember this—a farmer who plants only a few seeds will get a small crop. But the one who plants generously will get a generous crop. You must each decide in your heart how much to give. And don’t give reluctantly or in response to pressure. ‘For God loves a person who gives cheerfully.’”

 

Day 7: Colossians 3:13 - FORGIVE - The key to forgiveness is recognizing how much He has forgiven you. It sets you free & keeps you close to Him – “Make allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘God of Wonders’

 

Day 1: Psalm 77:11-14 – “But then I recall all you have done, O Lord; I remember your wonderful deeds of long ago. They are constantly in my thoughts. I cannot stop thinking about your mighty works. O God, your ways are holy. Is there any god as mighty as you? You are the God of great wonders! You demonstrate your awesome power among the nations.”

 

Day 2: Exodus  15:11 – “Who is like you among the gods, O Lord — glorious in holiness, awesome in splendor, performing great wonders?”

 

Day 3: Psalm 86:9, 10 – “All the nations you made will come and bow before you, Lord; they will praise your holy name. For you are great and perform wonderful deeds. You alone are God.”

 

Day 4: Psalm 40:5 – “O Lord my God, you have performed many wonders for us. Your plans for us are too numerous to list. You have no equal. If I tried to recite all your wonderful deeds, I would never come to the end of them.”

 

Day 5: Job 12:7-10 – “Just ask the animals, and they will teach you. Ask the birds of the sky, and they will tell you. Speak to the earth, and it will instruct you. Let the fish in the sea speak to you. For they all know that my disaster has come from the hand of the Lord. For the life of every living thing is in his hand, and the breath of every human being.”

 

Day 6: Psalm 72:18, 19 – “Praise the Lord God, the God of Israel, who alone does such wonderful things. Praise his glorious name forever! Let the whole earth be filled with his glory. Amen and amen!”

 

Day 7: Hebrews 12:28, 29 – “Since we are receiving a Kingdom that is unshakable, let us be thankful and please God by worshiping him with holy fear and awe. For our God is a devouring fire.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Seek God Everyday’

 

Day 1: Matthew 6:6 – “But when you pray, go away by yourself, shut the door behind you, and pray to your Father in private. Then your Father, who sees everything, will reward you.”

 

Day 2: Philippians 4:6 – “Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done.”

 

Day 3: Psalm 63:1 – “O God, you are my God; I earnestly search for you. My soul thirsts for you; my whole body longs for you in this parched and weary land where there is no water.”

 

Day 4: Hebrews 4:16 – “So let us come boldly to the throne of our gracious God. There we will receive his mercy, and we will find grace to help us when we need it most.”

 

Day 5: Psalm 119:147 – “I rise early, before the sun is up; I cry out for help and put my hope in your words.”

 

Day 6: 1 Corinthians 10:13 – “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.”

 

Day 7: John 15:5 – “‘Yes, I am the vine; you are the branches. Those who remain in me, and I in them, will produce much fruit. For apart from me you can do nothing.’”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘God’s Love Affirmed’

Day 1: John 3:16 – “For this is how God loved the world: He gave his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life.”

Day 2: Psalm 103:8-12 – “The Lord is compassionate and merciful, slow to get angry and filled with unfailing love. He will not constantly accuse us, nor remain angry forever. He does not punish us for all our sins; he does not deal harshly with us, as we deserve. For his unfailing love toward those who fear him is as great as the height of the heavens above the earth. He has removed our sins as far from us as the east is from the west.”

Day 3: Romans 8:31, 32 – “What shall we say about such wonderful things as these? If God is for us, who can ever be against us? Since he did not spare even his own Son but gave him up for us all, won’t he also give us everything else?”

Day 4: Jeremiah 31:3 – “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.’”

 

Day 5: Lamentations 3:22, 23 – “The faithful love of the Lord never ends! His mercies never cease. Great is his faithfulness; his mercies begin afresh each morning.”

Day 6: 1 John 3:1 – “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.”

Day 7: Romans 5:6-9 – “When we were utterly helpless, Christ came at just the right time and died for us sinners. Now, most people would not be willing to die for an upright person, though someone might perhaps be willing to die for a person who is especially good. But God showed his great love for us by sending Christ to die for us while we were still sinners. And since we have been made right in God’s sight by the blood of Christ, he will certainly save us from God’s condemnation.”

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Oh What a Saviour’

 

Day 1: Romans 3:23, 24 – “For everyone has sinned; we all fall short of God’s glorious standard. Yet God, in his grace, freely makes us right in his sight. He did this through Christ Jesus when he freed us from the penalty for our sins.”

 

Day 2: 1 John 4:10 – “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.”

 

Day 3: 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.”

 

Day 4: Romans 5:10 – “For since our friendship with God was restored by the death of his Son while we were still his enemies, we will certainly be saved through the life of his Son.”

 

Day 5: Ephesians 1:7 – “He is so rich in kindness and grace that he purchased our freedom with the blood of his Son and forgave our sins.”

 

Day 6: Acts 4:12 – “There is salvation in no one else! God has given no other name under heaven by which we must be saved.”

 

Day 7: Colossians 1:15-23 – “Christ is the visible image of the invisible God. He existed before anything was created and is supreme over all creation, for through him God created everything in the heavenly realms and on earth. He made the things we can see and the things we can’t see—such as thrones, kingdoms, rulers, and authorities in the unseen world. Everything was created through him and for him. He existed before anything else, and he holds all creation together. Christ is also the head of the church, which is his body. He is the beginning, supreme over all who rise from the dead. So he is first in everything. For God in all his fullness was pleased to live in Christ, and through him God reconciled everything to himself. He made peace with everything in heaven and on earth by means of Christ’s blood on the cross. This includes you who were once far away from God. You were his enemies, separated from him by your evil thoughts and actions. 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. But you must continue to believe this truth and stand firmly in it. Don’t drift away from the assurance you received when you heard the Good News. The Good News has been preached all over the world, and I, Paul, have been appointed as God’s servant to proclaim it.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘This is Easter’

 

Day 1: Romans 3:10-12 – “As the Scriptures say, ‘No one is righteous - not even one. No one is truly wise; no one is seeking God. All have turned away; all have become useless. No one does good, not a single one.’”

 

Day 2: Ephesians 2:1-5 – “Once you were dead because of your disobedience and your many sins. You used to live in sin, just like the rest of the world, obeying the devil - the commander of the powers in the unseen world. He is the spirit at work in the hearts of those who refuse to obey God. All of us used to live that way, following the passionate desires and inclinations of our sinful nature. By our very nature we were subject to God’s anger, just like everyone else. But God is so rich in mercy, and he loved us so much, that even though we were dead because of our sins, he gave us life when he raised Christ from the dead. (It is only by God’s grace that you have been saved!)’”

 

Day 3: Romans 3:23, 24 – “For everyone has sinned; we all fall short of God’s glorious standard. Yet God, in his grace, freely makes us right in his sight. He did this through Christ Jesus when he freed us from the penalty for our sins.”

 

Day 4: 1 Peter 1:3-5 – “All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. It is by his great mercy that we have been born again, because God raised Jesus Christ from the dead. Now we live with great expectation, and we have a priceless inheritance—an inheritance that is kept in heaven for you, pure and undefiled, beyond the reach of change and decay. And through your faith, God is protecting you by his power until you receive this salvation, which is ready to be revealed on the last day for all to see.”

 

Day 5: John 14:6 – “Jesus told him, ‘I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one can come to the Father except through me.’”

 

Day 6: Colossians 1:13, 14 – “For he has rescued us from the kingdom of darkness and transferred us into the Kingdom of his dear Son, who purchased our freedom and forgave our sins.”

 

Day 7: Romans 8:14-16 – “For all who are led by the Spirit of God are children of God. So you have not received a spirit that makes you fearful slaves. Instead, you received God’s Spirit when he adopted you as his own children. Now we call him, ‘Abba, Father.’ For his Spirit joins with our spirit to affirm that we are God’s children.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Need Wisdom - Ask God’

 

Day 1: James 1:5 – “If you need wisdom, ask our generous God, and he will give it to you. He will not rebuke you for asking.”

 

Day 2: Matthew 7:24 – “Anyone who listens to my teaching and follows it is wise, like a person who builds a house on solid rock.”

 

Day 3: Ecclesiastes 2:26 – “God gives wisdom, knowledge, and joy to those who please him. But if a sinner becomes wealthy, God takes the wealth away and gives it to those who please him. This, too, is meaningless—like chasing the wind.”

 

Day 4: 1 Corinthians 1:25 – “This foolish plan of God is wiser than the wisest of human plans, and God’s weakness is stronger than the greatest of human strength.”

 

Day 5: Colossians 2:2, 3 – “I want them to be encouraged and knit together by strong ties of love. I want them to have complete confidence that they understand God’s mysterious plan, which is Christ himself. In him lie hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.”

 

Day 6: Proverbs 4:4-7 – “My father taught me, ‘Take my words to heart. Follow my commands, and you will live. Get wisdom; develop good judgment. Don’t forget my words or turn away from them. Don’t turn your back on wisdom, for she will protect you. Love her, and she will guard you. Getting wisdom is the wisest thing you can do! And whatever else you do, develop good judgment.”

 

Day 7: James 3:13-18 – “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. But if you are bitterly jealous and there is selfish ambition in your heart, don’t cover up the truth with boasting and lying. For jealousy and selfishness are not God’s kind of wisdom. Such things are earthly, unspiritual, and demonic. For wherever there is jealousy and selfish ambition, there you will find disorder and evil of every kind. But the wisdom from above is first of all pure. It is also peace loving, gentle at all times, and willing to yield to others. It is full of mercy and the fruit of good deeds. It shows no favoritism and is always sincere. And those who are peacemakers will plant seeds of peace and reap a harvest of righteousness.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

 

 

 

BONUS READ: Psalm 111 (10 verses)

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‘God’s Mercy, Receive it’

 

Day 1: Hebrews 2:17 – “Therefore, it was necessary for him to be made in every respect like us, his brothers and sisters, so that he could be our merciful and faithful High Priest before God. Then he could offer a sacrifice that would take away the sins of the people.”

 

Day 2: Ephesians 2:4, 5 – “But God is so rich in mercy, and he loved us so much, that even though we were dead because of our sins, he gave us life when he raised Christ from the dead. (It is only by God’s grace that you have been saved!)”

 

Day 3: Titus 3:4, 5 – “When God our Savior revealed his kindness and love, he saved us, not because of the righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He washed away our sins, giving us a new birth and new life through the Holy Spirit.”

 

Day 4: Hebrews 4:16 – “So let us come boldly to the throne of our gracious God. There we will receive his mercy, and we will find grace to help us when we need it most.”

 

Day 5: 1 Peter 1:3 – “All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. It is by his great mercy that we have been born again, because God raised Jesus Christ from the dead. Now we live with great expectation…”

 

Day 6: 2 John 1:3 – “Grace, mercy, and peace, which come from God the Father and from Jesus Christ—the Son of the Father - will continue to be with us who live in truth and love.”

 

Day 7: Psalm 103:2-4 – “Let all that I am praise the Lord; may I never forget the good things he does for me. He forgives all my sins and heals all my diseases. He redeems me from death and crowns me with love and tender mercies.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

 

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‘You are Holy in Christ’

 

Day 1: Romans 6:22 – “But now you are free from the power of sin and have become slaves of God. Now you do those things that lead to holiness and result in eternal life.”

 

Day 2: 1 Peter 2:9 – “But you are not like that, for you are a chosen people. You are royal priests, a holy nation, God’s very own possession. As a result, you can show others the goodness of God, for he called you out of the darkness into his wonderful light.”

 

Day 3: Romans 12:1, 2 – “And so, dear brothers and sisters, I plead with you to give your bodies to God because of all he has done for you. Let them be a living and holy sacrifice—the kind he will find acceptable. This is truly the way to worship him. 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.”

 

Day 4: Hebrews 12:14, 15 – “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. Look after each other so that none of you fails to receive the grace of God. Watch out that no poisonous root of bitterness grows up to trouble you, corrupting many.”

 

Day 5: Ephesians 4:20-24 – “But that isn’t what you learned about Christ. Since you have heard about Jesus and have learned the truth that comes from him, throw off your old sinful nature and your former way of life, which is corrupted by lust and deception. Instead, let the Spirit renew your thoughts and attitudes. Put on your new nature, created to be like God—truly righteous and holy.”

 

Day 6: Romans 6:19 – “Because of the weakness of your human nature, I am using the illustration of slavery to help you understand all this. Previously, you let yourselves be slaves to impurity and lawlessness, which led ever deeper into sin. Now you must give yourselves to be slaves to righteous living so that you will become holy.”

 

Day 7: 2 Corinthians 7:1 – “Because we have these promises, dear friends, let us cleanse ourselves from everything that can defile our body or spirit. And let us work toward complete holiness because we fear God.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

 

 

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‘Serve God’

 

Day 1: 1 Samuel 12:24 – “But be sure to fear the Lord and faithfully serve him. Think of all the wonderful things he has done for you.”

 

Day 2: Romans 12:1 – “And so, dear brothers and sisters, I plead with you to give your bodies to God because of all he has done for you. Let them be a living and holy sacrifice—the kind he will find acceptable. This is truly the way to worship him.”

 

Day 3: Galatians 5:13 – “For you have been called to live in freedom, my brothers and sisters. But don’t use your freedom to satisfy your sinful nature. Instead, use your freedom to serve one another in love.”

 

Day 4: Hebrews 6:10 – “For God is not unjust. He will not forget how hard you have worked for him and how you have shown your love to him by caring for other believers, as you still do.”

 

Day 5: Acts 20:35 – “And I have been a constant example of how you can help those in need by working hard. You should remember the words of the Lord Jesus: ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’”

 

Day 6: Proverbs 19:17 – “If you help the poor, you are lending to the Lord—and he will repay you!”

 

Day 7: Joshua 22:5 – “But be very careful to obey all the commands and the instructions that Moses gave to you. Love the Lord your God, walk in all his ways, obey his commands, hold firmly to him, and serve him with all your heart and all your soul.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Don’t Get Too Busy for God’

 

Day 1: Psalm 127:2 – “It is useless for you to work so hard from early morning until late at night, anxiously working for food to eat; for God gives rest to his loved ones.”

 

Day 2: Jeremiah 31:25 – “For I have given rest to the weary and joy to the sorrowing.”

 

Day 3: Matthew 6:24 – “No one can serve two masters. For you will hate one and love the other; you will be devoted to one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and be enslaved to money.”

 

Day 4: Mark 4:18, 19 – “The seed that fell among the thorns represents others who hear God’s word, but all too quickly the message is crowded out by the worries of this life, the lure of wealth, and the desire for other things, so no fruit is produced.”

 

Day 5: Philippians 4:6-8 – “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. 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.”

 

Day 6: 1 Peter 5:6,7 – “So humble yourselves under the mighty power of God, and at the right time he will lift you up in honor. Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you.”

 

Day 7: Matthew 11:28-30 – “Then Jesus said, ‘Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy to bear, and the burden I give you is light.’”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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Heaven, All Can Come… Choose Jesus Today’

 

Day 1: John 3:16 – “For this is how God loved the world: He gave[ his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life.”

 

Day 2: Matthew 25:34 – “Then the King will say to those on his right, ‘Come, you who are blessed by my Father, inherit the Kingdom prepared for you from the creation of the world.’”

 

Day 3: Isaiah 25:8, 9 – “He will swallow up death forever! The Sovereign Lord will wipe away all tears. He will remove forever all insults and mockery against his land and people. The Lord has spoken! In that day the people will proclaim, ‘This is our God! We trusted in him, and he saved us! This is the Lord, in whom we trusted. Let us rejoice in the salvation he brings!’”

 

Day 4: Philippians 3:20, 21 – “But we are citizens of heaven, where the Lord Jesus Christ lives. And we are eagerly waiting for him to return as our Savior. He will take our weak mortal bodies and change them into glorious bodies like his own, using the same power with which he will bring everything under his control.”

 

Day 5: John 14:2-4 – “There is more than enough room in my Father’s home. If this were not so, would I have told you that I am going to prepare a place for you? When everything is ready, I will come and get you, so that you will always be with me where I am. And you know the way to where I am going.”

 

Day 6: Revelations 7:9, 10 – “After this I saw a vast crowd, too great to count, from every nation and tribe and people and language, standing in front of the throne and before the Lamb. They were clothed in white robes and held palm branches in their hands. And they were shouting with a great roar, ‘Salvation comes from our God who sits on the throne and from the Lamb!’”

 

Day 7: Revelations 7:15-16 – “That is why they stand in front of God’s throne and serve him day and night in his Temple. And he who sits on the throne will give them shelter. They will never again be hungry or thirsty; they will never be scorched by the heat of the sun.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘How to Have Joy’

 

Day 1: Romans 15:13 – “I pray that God, the source of hope, will fill you completely with joy and peace because you trust in him. Then you will overflow with confident hope through the power of the Holy Spirit.”

 

Day 2: John 15:10-12 – “When you obey my commandments, you remain in my love, just as I obey my Father’s commandments and remain in his love. I have told you these things so that you will be filled with my joy. Yes, your joy will overflow! This is my commandment: Love each other in the same way I have loved you.”

 

Day 3: Psalm 16:11 – “You will show me the way of life, granting me the joy of your presence and the pleasures of living with you forever.”

 

Day 4: Proverbs 8:32-35 – “And so, my children, listen to me, for all who follow my ways are joyful. Listen to my instruction and be wise. Don’t ignore it. Joyful are those who listen to me, watching for me daily at my gates, waiting for me outside my home! For whoever finds me finds life and receives favor from the Lord.”

 

Day 5: Psalm 16:8, 9 – “I know the Lord is always with me. I will not be shaken, for he is right beside me. No wonder my heart is glad, and I rejoice. My body rests in safety.”

 

Day 6: Acts 2:28 – “You have shown me the way of life, and you will fill me with the joy of your presence.”

 

Day 7: Jeremiah 15:16 – “When I discovered your words, I devoured them. They are my joy and my heart’s delight, for I bear your name, O Lord God of Heaven’s Armies.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘We Need Each Other’

 

Day 1: Colossians 3:16 – “Let the message about Christ, in all its richness, fill your lives. Teach and counsel each other with all the wisdom he gives. Sing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs to God with thankful hearts.”

 

Day 2: Galatians 6:10 – “Therefore, whenever we have the opportunity, we should do good to everyone - especially to those in the family of faith.”

 

Day 3: 1 Corinthians 12:12 – “The human body has many parts, but the many parts make up one whole body. So it is with the body of Christ.”

 

Day 4: 1 Thessalonians 5:14, 15 – “Brothers and sisters, we urge you to warn those who are lazy. Encourage those who are timid. Take tender care of those who are weak. Be patient with everyone. See that no one pays back evil for evil, but always try to do good to each other and to all people.”

 

Day 5: Colossians 2:2 – “I want them to be encouraged and knit together by strong ties of love. I want them to have complete confidence that they understand God’s mysterious plan, which is Christ himself.”

 

Day 6: Hebrews 10:24, 25 – “Let us think of ways to motivate one another to acts of love and good works. And let us not neglect our meeting together, as some people do, but encourage one another, especially now that the day of his return is drawing near.”

 

Day 7: Philippians 2:1-4 – “Is there any encouragement from belonging to Christ? Any comfort from his love? Any fellowship together in the Spirit? Are your hearts tender and compassionate? Then make me truly happy by agreeing wholeheartedly with each other, loving one another, and working together with one mind and purpose. Don’t be selfish; don’t try to impress others. Be humble, thinking of others as better than yourselves. Don’t look out only for your own interests, but take an interest in others, too.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Exam Time’

Day 1: Lamentations 3:40 – “Instead, let us test and examine our ways. Let us turn back to the Lord.”

Day 2: Galatians 6:3-5 – “If you think you are too important to help someone, you are only fooling yourself. You are not that important. Pay careful attention to your own work, for then you will get the satisfaction of a job well done, and you won’t need to compare yourself to anyone else. For we are each responsible for our own conduct.”

Day 3: Psalm 119:59 – “I pondered the direction of my life, and I turned to follow your laws.”

Day 4: Romans 12:2, 3 – “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. 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.”

Day 5: Psalm 4:4 – “Don’t sin by letting anger control you. Think about it overnight and remain silent. Interlude”

Day 6: 1 Corinthians 11:28-30 – “That is why you should examine yourself before eating the bread and drinking the cup. For if you eat the bread or drink the cup without honoring the body of Christ, you are eating and drinking God’s judgment upon yourself. That is why many of you are weak and sick and some have even died.”

Day 7: 1 John 1:9 – “But if we confess our sins to him, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all wickedness.”

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘God Never Has to Say Oops, My Mistake’

Day 1: Psalm 33:11, 12 – “But the Lord’s plans stand firm forever; his intentions can never be shaken. What joy for the nation whose God is the Lord, whose people he has chosen as his inheritance.”

Day 2: Psalm 18:30-32 – “God’s way is perfect. All the Lord’s promises prove true. He is a shield for all who look to him for protection. For who is God except the Lord? Who but our God is a solid rock? God arms me with strength, and he makes my way perfect.”

Day 3: Isaiah 55:8, 9 – “‘My thoughts are nothing like your thoughts,’ says the Lord. ‘And my ways are far beyond anything you could imagine. For just as the heavens are higher than the earth, so my ways are higher than your ways and my thoughts higher than your thoughts.’”

Day 4: Numbers 23:19 – “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?”

Day 5: Psalm 19:7-9 – “The instructions of the Lord are perfect, reviving the soul. The decrees of the Lord are trustworthy, making wise the simple. The commandments of the Lord are right, bringing joy to the heart. The commands of the Lord are clear, giving insight for living. Reverence for the Lord is pure, lasting forever. The laws of the Lord are true; each one is fair.”

Day 6: Deuteronomy 32:4 – “He is the Rock; his deeds are perfect. Everything he does is just and fair. He is a faithful God who does no wrong; how just and upright he is!”

Day 7: Psalm 119:137, 138 – “O Lord, you are righteous, and your regulations are fair. Your laws are perfect and completely trustworthy.”

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation 

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‘God Never Stops Working’

Day 1: Philippians 2:12-15 – “Dear friends, you always followed my instructions when I was with you. And now that I am away, it is even more important. Work hard to show the results of your salvation, obeying God with deep reverence and fear. For God is working in you, giving you the desire and the power to do what pleases him. Do everything without complaining and arguing, so that no one can criticize you. Live clean, innocent lives as children of God, shining like bright lights in a world full of crooked and perverse people.”

Day 2: John 5:19, 20 – “So Jesus explained, “I tell you the truth, the Son can do nothing by himself. He does only what he sees the Father doing. Whatever the Father does, the Son also does. For the Father loves the Son and shows him everything he is doing. In fact, the Father will show him how to do even greater works than healing this man. Then you will truly be astonished.”

Day 3: 1 Corinthians 12:6 – “God works in different ways, but it is the same God who does the work in all of us.”

Day 4: Romans 8:28 – “And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them.”

Day 5: Psalm 77:12-14 – “They are constantly in my thoughts. I cannot stop thinking about your mighty works. O God, your ways are holy. Is there any god as mighty as you? You are the God of great wonders! You demonstrate your awesome power among the nations.”

Day 6: Philippians 1:6 – “And I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue his work until it is finally finished on the day when Christ Jesus returns.”

Day 7: 2 Corinthians 3:18 – “So all of us who have had that veil removed can see and reflect the glory of the Lord. And the Lord - who is the Spirit - makes us more and more like him as we are changed into his glorious image.”

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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 ‘Is This Your Response to Jesus’ Coming?’

Day 1: Acts 2:37, 38 – “Peter’s words pierced their hearts, and they said to him and to the other apostles, ‘Brothers, what should we do?’ Peter replied, ‘Each of you must repent of your sins and turn to God, and be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. Then you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.’”

Day 2: 1 Thessalonians 2:13 – “Therefore, we never stop thanking God that when you received his message from us, you didn’t think of our words as mere human ideas. You accepted what we said as the very word of God - which, of course, it is. And this word continues to work in you who believe.”

Day 3: Titus 2:11-14 – “For the grace of God has been revealed, bringing salvation to all people. And we are instructed to turn from godless living and sinful pleasures. We should live in this evil world with wisdom, righteousness, and devotion to God, while we look forward with hope to that wonderful day when the glory of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ, will be revealed. He gave his life to free us from every kind of sin, to cleanse us, and to make us his very own people, totally committed to doing good deeds.”

Day 4: Hebrews 2:1-4 – “So we must listen very carefully to the truth we have heard, or we may drift away from it. For the message God delivered through angels has always stood firm, and every violation of the law and every act of disobedience was punished. So what makes us think we can escape if we ignore this great salvation that was first announced by the Lord Jesus himself and then delivered to us by those who heard him speak? And God confirmed the message by giving signs and wonders and various miracles and gifts of the Holy Spirit whenever he chose.”

Day 5: Proverbs 1:7 – “Fear of the Lord is the foundation of true knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline.”

Day 6: Isaiah 55:7 – “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.”

Day 7: Acts 3:19 – “Now repent of your sins and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped away.”

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘God Comes to Us’

 

Day 1: Isaiah 40:5 – “Then the glory of the Lord will be revealed, and all people will see it together. The Lord has spoken!”

 

Day 2: Daniel 7:13, 14 – “As my vision continued that night, I saw someone like a son of man[a] coming with the clouds of heaven. He approached the Ancient One and was led into his presence. He was given authority, honor, and sovereignty over all the nations of the world, so that people of every race and nation and language would obey him. His rule is eternal - it will never end. His kingdom will never be destroyed.”

 

Day 3: Romans 16:25, 26 – “Now all glory to God, who is able to make you strong, just as my Good News says. This message about Jesus Christ has revealed his plan for you Gentiles, a plan kept secret from the beginning of time. But now as the prophets[a] foretold and as the eternal God has commanded, this message is made known to all Gentiles everywhere, so that they too might believe and obey him.”

 

Day 4: Philippians 2:9-11 – “Therefore, God elevated him to the place of highest honor and gave him the name above all other names, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue declare that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.”

 

Day 5: 1 John 2:2 – “He himself is the sacrifice that atones for our sins - and not only our sins but the sins of all the world.”

 

Day 6: Psalm 46:10 – “Be still, and know that I am God! I will be honored by every nation. I will be honored throughout the world.”

 

Day 7: Psalm 62:6-8 – “He alone is my rock and my salvation, my fortress where I will not be shaken. My victory and honor come from God alone. He is my refuge, a rock where no enemy can reach me. O my people, trust in him at all times. Pour out your heart to him, for God is our refuge. Interlude.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘God Reaches Out For Us’

 

Day 1: John 15:16 – “You didn’t choose me. I chose you. I appointed you to go and produce lasting fruit, so that the Father will give you whatever you ask for, using my name.”

 

Day 2: Luke 19:10 – “For the Son of Man came to seek and save those who are lost.”

 

Day 3: John 6:44 – “For no one can come to me unless the Father who sent me draws them to me, and at the last day I will raise them up.”

 

Day 4: 1 Peter 2:9, 10 – “But you are not like that, for you are a chosen people. You are royal priests, a holy nation, God’s very own possession. As a result, you can show others the goodness of God, for he called you out of the darkness into his wonderful light. ‘Once you had no identity as a people; now you are God’s people. Once you received no mercy; now you have received God’s mercy.’”

 

Day 5: 2 Timothy 1:9, 10 – “For God saved us and called us to live a holy life. He did this, not because we deserved it, but because that was his plan from before the beginning of time - to show us his grace through Christ Jesus. And now he has made all of this plain to us by the appearing of Christ Jesus, our Savior. He broke the power of death and illuminated the way to life and immortality through the Good News.”

Day 6: 2 Peter 1:3, 4 – “By his divine power, God has given us everything we need for living a godly life. We have received all of this by coming to know him, the one who called us to himself by means of his marvelous glory and excellence. And because of his glory and excellence, he has given us great and precious promises. These are the promises that enable you to share his divine nature and escape the world’s corruption caused by human desires.”

 

Day 7: Ephesians 4:4-6 – “For there is one body and one Spirit, just as you have been called to one glorious hope for the future. There is one Lord, one faith, one baptism, one God and Father of all, who is over all, in all, and living through all.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘World Gone Crazy - Turn to God’

Day 1: John 14:27 – “I am leaving you with a gift - peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don’t be troubled or afraid.”

 

Day 2: Isaiah 26:3-4 – “You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in you, all whose thoughts are fixed on you! Trust in the Lord always, for the Lord God is the eternal Rock.”

 

Day 3: John 16:33 – “I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world.”

 

Day 4: Colossians 1:12-14 – “...He has enabled you to share in the inheritance that belongs to his people, who live in the light. For he has rescued us from the kingdom of darkness and transferred us into the Kingdom of his dear Son, who purchased our freedom and forgave our sins.”

 

Day 5: Ephesians 5:8-10 – “For once you were full of darkness, but now you have light from the Lord. So live as people of light! For this light within you produces only what is good and right and true.”

 

Day 6: Ephesians 6:12, 13 – “For we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark world, and against evil spirits in the heavenly places. Therefore, put on every piece of God’s armor so you will be able to resist the enemy in the time of evil. Then after the battle you will still be standing firm.”

 

Day 7: Philippians 4:8 – “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.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Trusting God is Always Best’

 

Day 1: Psalm 118:8 – “It is better to take refuge in the Lord than to trust in people.”

 

Day 2: Proverbs 29:25 – “Fearing people is a dangerous trap, but trusting the Lord means safety.”

 

Day 3: Psalm 37:3-5 – “Trust in the Lord and do good. Then you will live safely in the land and prosper. Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you your heart’s desires. Commit everything you do to the Lord. Trust him, and he will help you.”

 

Day 4: Psalm 143:8-10 – “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. Rescue me from my enemies, Lord; I run to you to hide me. Teach me to do your will, for you are my God. May your gracious Spirit lead me forward on a firm footing.”

 

Day 5: Psalm 56:3, 4 – “But when I am afraid, I will put my trust in you. I praise God for what he has promised. I trust in God, so why should I be afraid? What can mere mortals do to me?”

 

Day 6: Psalm 31:14-16 – “But I am trusting you, O Lord, saying, ‘You are my God!’ My future is in your hands. Rescue me from those who hunt me down relentlessly. Let your favor shine on your servant. In your unfailing love, rescue me.”

 

Day 7: Jeremiah 17:7, 8 – “But blessed are those who trust in the Lord and have made the Lord their hope and confidence. They are like trees planted along a riverbank, with roots that reach deep into the water. Such trees are not bothered by the heat or worried by long months of drought. Their leaves stay green, and they never stop producing fruit.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Oh Canada… Repent’

 

Day 1: 2 Chronicles 7:14 – “Then if my people who are called by my name will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sins and restore their land.”

 

Day 2: Proverbs 28:13 – “People who conceal their sins will not prosper, but if they confess and turn from them, they will receive mercy.”

 

Day 3: Isaiah 55:6, 7 – “Seek the Lord while you can find him. Call on him now while he is near. 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.”

 

Day 4: Joel 2:13 – “Don’t tear your clothing in your grief, but tear your hearts instead. Return to the Lord your God, for he is merciful and compassionate, slow to get angry and filled with unfailing love. He is eager to relent and not punish.”

 

Day 5: James 4:8 – “Come close to God, and God will come close to you. Wash your hands, you sinners; purify your hearts, for your loyalty is divided between God and the world.”

 

Day 6: Zachariah 1:3 – “Therefore, say to the people, ‘This is what the Lord of Heaven’s Armies says: Return to me, and I will return to you, says the Lord of Heaven’s Armies.’”

 

Day 7: Isaiah 43:5 – “Do not be afraid, for I am with you. I will gather you and your children from east and west.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘God Speaks to us Through…’

 

Day 1: Psalm 19:7-11 - His Word – “The instructions of the Lord are perfect, reviving the soul. The decrees of the Lord are trustworthy, making wise the simple. The commandments of the Lord are right, bringing joy to the heart. The commands of the Lord are clear, giving insight for living. Reverence for the Lord is pure, lasting forever. The laws of the Lord are true; each one is fair. They are more desirable than gold, even the finest gold. They are sweeter than honey, even honey dripping from the comb. They are a warning to your servant, a great reward for those who obey them.”

 

Day 2: Hebrews 1:2, 3 - His Son – “And now in these final days, he has spoken to us through his Son. God promised everything to the Son as an inheritance, and through the Son he created the universe. The Son radiates God’s own glory and expresses the very character of God, and he sustains everything by the mighty power of his command. When he had cleansed us from our sins, he sat down in the place of honor at the right hand of the majestic God in heaven.”

 

Day 3: John 16:13 - His Spirit – “When the Spirit of truth comes, he will guide you into all truth. He will not speak on his own but will tell you what he has heard. He will tell you about the future.”

 

Day 4: Ephesians 4:11, 12 - His Leaders – “Now these are the gifts Christ gave to the church: the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, and the pastors and teachers. Their responsibility is to equip God’s people to do his work and build up the church, the body of Christ.”

 

Day 5: Hebrews 3:13 - His People – “You must warn each other every day, while it is still “today,” so that none of you will be deceived by sin and hardened against God.”

 

Day 6: Romans 1:20 - His Creation – “For ever since the world was created, people have seen the earth and sky. Through everything God made, they can clearly see his invisible qualities—his eternal power and divine nature. So they have no excuse for not knowing God.”

 

Day 7: 1 Thessalonians 5:23, 24 - His Faithfulness – “Now may the God of peace make you holy in every way, and may your whole spirit and soul and body be kept blameless until our Lord Jesus Christ comes again. God will make this happen, for he who calls you is faithful.”

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘God is our Peace’

Day 1: John 16:33 – “I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world.”

Day 2: Psalm 4:8 – “In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, O Lord, will keep me safe.”

Day 3: John 14:27 – “I am leaving you with a gift - peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don’t be troubled or afraid.”

Day 4: Romans 5:1 – “Therefore, since we have been made right in God’s sight by faith, we have peace with God because of what Jesus Christ our Lord has done for us.”

Day 5: Romans 15:13 – “I pray that God, the source of hope, will fill you completely with joy and peace because you trust in him. Then you will overflow with confident hope through the power of the Holy Spirit.”

Day 6: Philippians 4:7 – “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.”

Day 7: 2 Thessalonians 3:16 – “Now may the Lord of peace himself give you his peace at all times and in every situation. The Lord be with you all.”

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘God’s Word is Life’

Day 1: 2 Timothy 3:16, 17 – “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.”

Day 2: Hebrews 4:12 – “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.”

Day 3: James 1:21 – “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.”

Day 4: Psalm 18:30 – “God’s way is perfect. All the Lord’s promises prove true. He is a shield for all who look to him for protection.”

Day 5: Philippians 2:14-16 – “Do everything without complaining and arguing, so that no one can criticize you. Live clean, innocent lives as children of God, shining like bright lights in a world full of crooked and perverse people. Hold firmly to the word of life; then, on the day of Christ’s return, I will be proud that I did not run the race in vain and that my work was not useless.”

Day 6: Colossians 3:16 – “Let the message about Christ, in all its richness, fill your lives. Teach and counsel each other with all the wisdom he gives. Sing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs to God with thankful hearts.”

Day 7: Romans 15:4 – “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.”

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘God is…?’

 

Day 1: Psalm 99:5 - Holy – “Exalt the Lord our God! Bow low before his feet, for he is holy!”

 

Day 2: Exodus 34:6 - Merciful – “The Lord passed in front of Moses, calling out, ‘Yahweh! The Lord! The God of compassion and mercy! I am slow to anger and filled with unfailing love and faithfulness.’”

 

Day 3: Isaiah 30:18 - Just – “So the Lord must wait for you to come to him so he can show you his love and compassion. For the Lord is a faithful God. Blessed are those who wait for his help.”

 

Day 4: 1 John 4:16 - Love – “We know how much God loves us, and we have put our trust in his love. God is love, and all who live in love live in God, and God lives in them.”

 

Day 5: Psalm 147:3 - Healer – “He heals the brokenhearted and bandages their wounds.”

 

Day 6: 1 John 1:9 - Forgiving – “But if we confess our sins to him, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all wickedness.”

 

Day 7: John 10:10 - Restorer – “The thief’s purpose is to steal and kill and destroy. My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfying life.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Where to Turn in Troubled Times’

 

Day 1: Psalm 46:1-3 – “God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble. So we will not fear when earthquakes come and the mountains crumble into the sea. Let the oceans roar and foam. Let the mountains tremble as the waters surge! Interlude”

 

Day 2: Psalm 34:17 – “The Lord hears his people when they call to him for help. He rescues them from all their troubles.”

 

Day 3: Psalm 9:9, 10 – “The Lord is a shelter for the oppressed, a refuge in times of trouble. Those who know your name trust in you, for you, O Lord, do not abandon those who search for you.”

 

Day 4: Hebrews 4:16 – “So let us come boldly to the throne of our gracious God. There we will receive his mercy, and we will find grace to help us when we need it most.”

 

Day 5: Psalm 91:14, 15 – “The Lord says, ‘I will rescue those who love me. I will protect those who trust in my name. When they call on me, I will answer; I will be with them in trouble. I will rescue and honor them.’”

 

Day 6: Jeremiah 32:27 – “‘I am the Lord, the God of all the peoples of the world. Is anything too hard for me?’”

 

Day 7: Philippians 4:4-7 – “Always be full of joy in the Lord. I say it again—rejoice! Let everyone see that you are considerate in all you do. Remember, the Lord is coming soon. 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.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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"How Are You Dressed?"

 

Day 1: Galatians 3:27 - for all of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ.

 

Day 2: 1 Thessalonians 5:8 - But since we belong to the day, let us be sober, putting on faith and love as a breastplate, and the hope of salvation as a helmet.

 

Day 3: Ephesians 4:22-24 - You were taught, with regard to your former way of life, to put off your old self, which is being corrupted by its deceitful desires; ²³ to be made new in the attitude of your minds; ²⁴ and to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness.

 

Day 4: Colossians 3:12 - Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.

 

Day 5: Luke 24:49 - I am going to send you what my Father has promised; but stay in the city until you have been clothed with power from on high.”

 

Day6: Colossians 2:6 - Spiritual Fullness in Christ

So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in him,

 

Day 7: Ephesians 6:10-11 - The Armor of God

10 Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. 11 Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes.

 

** Verses taken from the New International Version

 

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‘Heart Check’

 

Day 1: Proverbs 4:23-25 – “Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life. Avoid all perverse talk; stay away from corrupt speech. Look straight ahead, and fix your eyes on what lies before you.”

 

Day 2: Psalm 37:4 – “Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you your heart’s desires.”

 

Day 3: Hebrews 4:12, 13 – “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. Nothing in all creation is hidden from God. Everything is naked and exposed before his eyes, and he is the one to whom we are accountable.”

 

Day 4: Luke 6:45 – “A good person produces good things from the treasury of a good heart, and an evil person produces evil things from the treasury of an evil heart. What you say flows from what is in your heart.”

 

Day 5: 1 Samuel 12:24 – “But be sure to fear the Lord and faithfully serve him. Think of all the wonderful things he has done for you.”

 

Day 6: Romans 10:9, 10 – “If you openly declare that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For it is by believing in your heart that you are made right with God, and it is by openly declaring your faith that you are saved.”

 

Day 7: Psalm 51:10 – “Create in me a clean heart, O God. Renew a loyal spirit within me.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘You are Loved’

Day 1: Romans 5:8 – “But God showed his great love for us by sending Christ to die for us while we were still sinners.”

Day 2: 1 John 4:9, 10 – “God showed how much he loved us by sending his one and only Son into the world so that we might have eternal life through him. 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.”

Day 3: Zephaniah 3:17 – “For the Lord your God is living among you. He is a mighty savior. He will take delight in you with gladness. With his love, he will calm all your fears. He will rejoice over you with joyful songs.”

Day 4: Psalm 86:15 – “But you, O Lord, are a God of compassion and mercy, slow to get angry and filled with unfailing love and faithfulness.”

Day 5: Ephesians 2:4, 5 – “But God is so rich in mercy, and he loved us so much, that even though we were dead because of our sins, he gave us life when he raised Christ from the dead. (It is only by God’s grace that you have been saved!)”

Day 6: Isaiah 54:10 – “‘For the mountains may move and the hills disappear, but even then my faithful love for you will remain. My covenant of blessing will never be broken,’ says the Lord, who has mercy on you.”

Day 7: Deuteronomy 7:9 – “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.”

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Keep Your Focus on God’

 

Day 1: Matthew 6:33 – “Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.”

 

Day 2: Proverbs 16:3 – “Commit your actions to the Lord, and your plans will succeed.”

 

Day 3: Colossians 3:17 – “And whatever you do or say, do it as a representative of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks through him to God the Father.”

 

Day 4: Hebrews 12:1, 2 – “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a huge crowd of witnesses to the life of faith, let us strip off every weight that slows us down, especially the sin that so easily trips us up. And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us. We do this by keeping our eyes on Jesus, the champion who initiates and perfects our faith. Because of the joy awaiting him, he endured the cross, disregarding its shame. Now he is seated in the place of honor beside God’s throne.”

 

Day 5: 1 Corinthians 15:58 – “So, my dear brothers and sisters, be strong and immovable. Always work enthusiastically for the Lord, for you know that nothing you do for the Lord is ever useless.”

 

Day 6: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 – “Always be joyful. Never stop praying. Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus.”

 

Day 7: Psalm 28:7 – “The Lord is my strength and shield. I trust him with all my heart. He helps me, and my heart is filled with joy. I burst out in songs of thanksgiving.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Our God of Abundance’

Day 1: Titus 3:4-7 – “When God our Savior revealed his kindness and love, he saved us, not because of the righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He washed away our sins, giving us a new birth and new life through the Holy Spirit. He generously poured out the Spirit upon us through Jesus Christ our Savior. Because of his grace he made us right in his sight and gave us confidence that we will inherit eternal life.”

Day 2: Ephesians 2:4-7 – “But God is so rich in mercy, and he loved us so much, that even though we were dead because of our sins, he gave us life when he raised Christ from the dead. (It is only by God’s grace that you have been saved!) For he raised us from the dead along with Christ and seated us with him in the heavenly realms because we are united with Christ Jesus. So God can point to us in all future ages as examples of the incredible wealth of his grace and kindness toward us, as shown in all he has done for us who are united with Christ Jesus.”

Day 3: John 10:10 – “The thief’s purpose is to steal and kill and destroy. My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfying life.”

Day 4: 2 Corinthians 9:6-8 – “Remember this - a farmer who plants only a few seeds will get a small crop. But the one who plants generously will get a generous crop. You must each decide in your heart how much to give. And don’t give reluctantly or in response to pressure. ‘For God loves a person who gives cheerfully.’ And God will generously provide all you need. Then you will always have everything you need and plenty left over to share with others.”

Day 5: Luke 6:38 – “Give, and you will receive. Your gift will return to you in full - pressed down, shaken together to make room for more, running over, and poured into your lap. The amount you give will determine the amount you get back.”

Day 6: Philippians 4:19 – “And this same God who takes care of me will supply all your needs from his glorious riches, which have been given to us in Christ Jesus.”

Day 7: Psalm 36:8 – “You feed them from the abundance of your own house, letting them drink from your river of delights.”

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

 

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‘You are God’s Church’

Day 1: 1 Corinthians 3:9 – “For we are both God’s workers. And you are God’s field. You are God’s building.”

Day 2: Ephesians 2:19-22 – “So now you Gentiles are no longer strangers and foreigners. You are citizens along with all of God’s holy people. You are members of God’s family. Together, we are his house, built on the foundation of the apostles and the prophets. And the cornerstone is Christ Jesus himself. We are carefully joined together in him, becoming a holy temple for the Lord. Through him you Gentiles are also being made part of this dwelling where God lives by his Spirit.”

 

Day 3: Hebrews 10:24, 25 – “Let us think of ways to motivate one another to acts of love and good works. And let us not neglect our meeting together, as some people do, but encourage one another, especially now that the day of his return is drawing near.”

 

Day 4: Romans 12:4, 5 – “Just as our bodies have many parts and each part has a special function, so it is with Christ’s body. We are many parts of one body, and we all belong to each other.”

 

Day 5: Matthew 18:20 – “For where two or three gather together as my followers, I am there among them.”

 

Day 6:1 Corinthians 3:16, 17 – “Don’t you realize that all of you together are the temple of God and that the Spirit of God lives in you? God will destroy anyone who destroys this temple. For God’s temple is holy, and you are that temple.”

 

Day 7: 1 Peter 2:4, 5 – “You are coming to Christ, who is the living cornerstone of God’s temple. He was rejected by people, but he was chosen by God for great honor. And you are living stones that God is building into his spiritual temple. What’s more, you are his holy priests. Through the mediation of Jesus Christ, you offer spiritual sacrifices that please God.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

 

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‘Know This…’

 

Day 1: Joshua 1:9 - at my lowest, God says – “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.”

 

Day 2: Psalm 40:1, 2 - at my dark times, God says – “I waited patiently for the Lord to help me, and he turned to me and heard my cry. He lifted me out of the pit of despair, out of the mud and the mire. He set my feet on solid ground and steadied me as I walked along.”

 

Day 3: Philippians 4:13 - at my weak times, God says – “For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength.”

 

Day 4: Jeremiah 29:11 - at my lost times, God says – “‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ says the Lord. ‘They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.’”

 

Day 5: Matthew 11:28 - at my tired times, God says – “Then Jesus said, ‘Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.’”

 

Day 6:1 Peter 5:7 - at my anxious times, God says – “Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you.”

 

Day 7: Psalm 23:4 - at my worst times, God says – “Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for you are close beside me. Your rod and your staff protect and comfort me.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Settling Disagreements God’s Way’ 

Day 1: Matthew 18:15, 16 – “If another believer sins against you, go privately and point out the offense. If the other person listens and confesses it, you have won that person back. But if you are unsuccessful, take one or two others with you and go back again, so that everything you say may be confirmed by two or three witnesses.”

Day 2: James 1:19, 20 – “Understand this, my dear brothers and sisters: You must all be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to get angry. Human anger does not produce the righteousness God desires.”

 

Day 3: Proverbs 15:1 – “A gentle answer deflects anger, but harsh words make tempers flare.”

 

Day 4: Colossians 3:13 – “Make allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others.”

 

Day 5: Hebrews 12:14, 15 – “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. Look after each other so that none of you fails to receive the grace of God. Watch out that no poisonous root of bitterness grows up to trouble you, corrupting many.”

 

Day 6: Proverbs 12:18 – “Some people make cutting remarks, but the words of the wise bring healing.”

 

Day 7: Proverbs 15:18 – “A hot-tempered person starts fights; a cool-tempered person stops them.”

 

CONCLUSION: Proverbs 17:4…”Wrongdoers eagerly listen to gossip; liars pay close attention to slander.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Sureness of God’

 

Day 1: John 3:16 – “For this is how God loved the world: He gave his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life.”

 

Day 2: 1 John 1:9 – “But if we confess our sins to him, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all wickedness.”

 

Day 3: James 1:5 – “If you need wisdom, ask our generous God, and he will give it to you. He will not rebuke you for asking.”

Day 4: Isaiah 40:29 – “He gives power to the weak and strength to the powerless.”

 

Day 5: Romans 8:28 – “And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them.”

 

Day 6: Philippians 4:6, 7 – “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.”

 

Day 7: Malachi 3:10 – “‘Bring all the tithes into the storehouse so there will be enough food in my Temple. If you do,’ says the Lord of Heaven’s Armies, ‘I will open the windows of heaven for you. I will pour out a blessing so great you won’t have enough room to take it in! Try it! Put me to the test!’”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Godly Love’

 

Day 1: Micah 7:18 – “Where is another God like you, who pardons the guilt of the remnant, overlooking the sins of his special people? You will not stay angry with your people forever, because you delight in showing unfailing love.”

 

Day 2: 1 John 4:10 – “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.”

 

Day 3: Lamentations 3:22,23 – “The faithful love of the Lord never ends! His mercies never cease. Great is his faithfulness; his mercies begin afresh each morning.”

 

Day 4: Psalm 86:15 – “But you, O Lord, are a God of compassion and mercy, slow to get angry and filled with unfailing love and faithfulness.”

 

Day 5: Zephaniah 3:17 – “For the Lord your God is living among you. He is a mighty savior. He will take delight in you with gladness. With his love, he will calm all your fears. He will rejoice over you with joyful songs.”

 

Day 6: Ephesians 3:18, 19 – “And may you have the power to understand, as all God’s people should, how wide, how long, how high, and how deep his love is. May you experience the love of Christ, though it is too great to understand fully. Then you will be made complete with all the fullness of life and power that comes from God.”

 

Day 7: 1 Chronicles 16:34 – “Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good! His faithful love endures forever.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Unity at all Costs’

 

Day 1: 1 Corinthians 1:10 – “I appeal to you, dear brothers and sisters, by the authority of our Lord Jesus Christ, to live in harmony with each other. Let there be no divisions in the church. Rather, be of one mind, united in thought and purpose.”

 

Day 2: Philippians 2:2 – “Then make me truly happy by agreeing wholeheartedly with each other, loving one another, and working together with one mind and purpose.”

 

Day 3: Romans 14:19 – “So then, let us aim for harmony in the church and try to build each other up.”

 

Day 4: Ephesians 4:11-13 – “Now these are the gifts Christ gave to the church: the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, and the pastors and teachers. Their responsibility is to equip God’s people to do his work and build up the church, the body of Christ. This will continue until we all come to such unity in our faith and knowledge of God’s Son that we will be mature in the Lord, measuring up to the full and complete standard of Christ.”

 

Day 5: Colossians 3:13, 14 – “Make allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others. Above all, clothe yourselves with love, which binds us all together in perfect harmony.”

 

Day 6: Ephesians 4:2, 3 – “Always be humble and gentle. Be patient with each other, making allowance for each other’s faults because of your love. Make every effort to keep yourselves united in the Spirit, binding yourselves together with peace.”

 

Day 7: 2 Corinthians 13:11 – “Dear brothers and sisters, I close my letter with these last words: Be joyful. Grow to maturity. Encourage each other. Live in harmony and peace. Then the God of love and peace will be with you.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘God Loves Through Us’

 

Day 1: John 13:34, 35 – “So now I am giving you a new commandment: Love each other. Just as I have loved you, you should love each other. Your love for one another will prove to the world that you are my disciples.”

 

Day 2: Jude 1:20, 21 – “But you, dear friends, must build each other up in your most holy faith, pray in the power of the Holy Spirit, and await the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ, who will bring you eternal life. In this way, you will keep yourselves safe in God’s love.”

 

Day 3: 1 John 4:7, 8 – “Dear friends, let us continue to love one another, for love comes from God. Anyone who loves is a child of God and knows God. But anyone who does not love does not know God, for God is love.”

 

Day 4: Hebrews 13:21 – “...may he equip you with all you need for doing his will. May he produce in you, through the power of Jesus Christ, every good thing that is pleasing to him. All glory to him forever and ever! Amen.”

 

Day 5: Colossians 3:23 – “Work willingly at whatever you do, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people.”

 

Day 6: Philippians 2:3, 4 – “Don’t be selfish; don’t try to impress others. Be humble, thinking of others as better than yourselves. Don’t look out only for your own interests, but take an interest in others, too.”

 

Day 7: Romans 12:9, 10 – “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.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Are You Being Faithful?’

 

Day 1: Deuteronomy 23:21-23 – “When you make a vow to the Lord your God, be prompt in fulfilling whatever you promised him. For the Lord your God demands that you promptly fulfill all your vows, or you will be guilty of sin. However, it is not a sin to refrain from making a vow. But once you have voluntarily made a vow, be careful to fulfill your promise to the Lord your God.”

 

Day 2: 2 Timothy 1:13, 14 – “Hold on to the pattern of wholesome teaching you learned from me—a pattern shaped by the faith and love that you have in Christ Jesus. Through the power of the Holy Spirit who lives within us, carefully guard the precious truth that has been entrusted to you.”

 

Day 3: 1 Corinthians 10:12, 13 – “If you think you are standing strong, be careful not to fall. 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.”

 

Day 4: Hebrews 4:14-16 – “So then, since we have a great High Priest who has entered heaven, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold firmly to what we believe. This High Priest of ours understands our weaknesses, for he faced all of the same testings we do, yet he did not sin. So let us come boldly to the throne of our gracious God. There we will receive his mercy, and we will find grace to help us when we need it most.”

 

Day 5: James 1:12 – “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.”

 

Day 6: 1 Samuel 12:24 – “But be sure to fear the Lord and faithfully serve him. Think of all the wonderful things he has done for you.”

 

Day 7: 1 Corinthians 15:58 – “So, my dear brothers and sisters, be strong and immovable. Always work enthusiastically for the Lord, for you know that nothing you do for the Lord is ever useless.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Are You Producing Fruit?’

 

Day 1: Galatians 5:22-25 – “But the Holy Spirit produces this kind of fruit in our lives: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. There is no law against these things! Those who belong to Christ Jesus have nailed the passions and desires of their sinful nature to his cross and crucified them there. Since we are living by the Spirit, let us follow the Spirit’s leading in every part of our lives.”

 

Day 2: Ephesians 5:8-10 – “But the Holy Spirit produces this kind of fruit in our lives: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. There is no law against these things! Those who belong to Christ Jesus have nailed the passions and desires of their sinful nature to his cross and crucified them there. Since we are living by the Spirit, let us follow the Spirit’s leading in every part of our lives.”

 

Day 3: Colossians 3:12, 13 – “Since God chose you to be the holy people he loves, you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. Make allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others.”

 

Day 4: Galatians 6:8-10 – “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. So let’s not get tired of doing what is good. At just the right time we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don’t give up. Therefore, whenever we have the opportunity, we should do good to everyone - especially to those in the family of faith.”

 

Day 5: Ephesians 4:2, 3 – “Always be humble and gentle. Be patient with each other, making allowance for each other’s faults because of your love. Make every effort to keep yourselves united in the Spirit, binding yourselves together with peace.”

 

Day 6: James 3:17 – “But the wisdom from above is first of all pure. It is also peace loving, gentle at all times, and willing to yield to others. It is full of mercy and the fruit of good deeds. It shows no favoritism and is always sincere.”

 

Day 7: John 15:5 – “Yes, I am the vine; you are the branches. Those who remain in me, and I in them, will produce much fruit. For apart from me you can do nothing.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

 

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‘It’s a Heart Issue’

 

Day 1: Proverbs 4:23 – “Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life.”

 

Day 2: Psalm 26:2 – “Put me on trial, Lord, and cross-examine me. Test my motives and my heart.”

 

Day 3: Jeremiah 17:9, 10 – “The human heart is the most deceitful of all things, and desperately wicked. Who really knows how bad it is? But I, the Lord, search all hearts and examine secret motives. I give all people their due rewards, according to what their actions deserve.”

 

Day 4: Lamentations 3:40 – “Instead, let us test and examine our ways. Let us turn back to the Lord.”

 

Day 5: Psalm 139:23, 24 – “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.”

 

Day 6: 1 Corinthians 11:28-30 – “That is why you should examine yourself before eating the bread and drinking the cup. For if you eat the bread or drink the cup without honoring the body of Christ, you are eating and drinking God’s judgment upon yourself. That is why many of you are weak and sick and some have even died.”

 

Day 7: Matthew 6:21 – “Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Can You Say “This I Believe”?’

 

Day 1: John 3:18 – “There is no judgment against anyone who believes in him. But anyone who does not believe in him has already been judged for not believing in God’s one and only Son.”

 

Day 2: 1 Thessalonians 2:13 – “Therefore, we never stop thanking God that when you received his message from us, you didn’t think of our words as mere human ideas. You accepted what we said as the very word of God - which, of course, it is. And this word continues to work in you who believe.”

 

Day 3: Hebrews 11:6 – “And it is impossible to please God without faith. Anyone who wants to come to him must believe that God exists and that he rewards those who sincerely seek him.”

 

Day 4: Romans 15:13 – “I pray that God, the source of hope, will fill you completely with joy and peace because you trust in him. Then you will overflow with confident hope through the power of the Holy Spirit.”

 

Day 5: John 20:31 – “But these are written so that you may continue to believe that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God, and that by believing in him you will have life by the power of his name.”

 

Day 6: Psalm 28:7 – “The Lord is my strength and shield. I trust him with all my heart. He helps me, and my heart is filled with joy. I burst out in songs of thanksgiving.”

 

Day 7: Mark 9:23 – “What do you mean, ‘If I can’?” Jesus asked. “Anything is possible if a person believes.”

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Praising in the Storm’ 

Day 1: Psalm 59:17 – “O my Strength, to you I sing praises, for you, O God, are my refuge, the God who shows me unfailing love.”

Day 2: Psalm 100:4 – “Enter his gates with thanksgiving; go into his courts with praise. Give thanks to him and praise his name.”

Day 3: Psalm 103:2 – “Let all that I am praise the Lord; may I never forget the good things he does for me.”

Day 4: Jeremiah 17:14 – “O Lord, if you heal me, I will be truly healed; if you save me, I will be truly saved. My praises are for you alone!”

Day 5: Habakkuk 3:17-19 – “Even though the fig trees have no blossoms, and there are no grapes on the vines; even though the olive crop fails, and the fields lie empty and barren; even though the flocks die in the fields, and the cattle barns are empty, yet I will rejoice in the Lord! I will be joyful in the God of my salvation! The Sovereign Lord is my strength! He makes me as surefooted as a deer, able to tread upon the heights.”

Day 6: 2 Corinthians 12:9, 10 – “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. That’s why I take pleasure in my weaknesses, and in the insults, hardships, persecutions, and troubles that I suffer for Christ. For when I am weak, then I am strong.”

Day 7: Psalm 150:1-6 – “Praise the Lord! Praise God in his sanctuary; praise him in his mighty heaven! Praise him for his mighty works; praise his unequaled greatness! Praise him with a blast of the ram’s horn; praise him with the lyre and harp! Praise him with the tambourine and dancing; praise him with strings and flutes! Praise him with a clash of cymbals; praise him with loud clanging cymbals. Let everything that breathes sing praises to the Lord! Praise the Lord!”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Mourn With Those That Mourn’

 

Day 1: 1 Thessalonians 4:13, 14 – “And now, dear brothers and sisters, we want you to know what will happen to the believers who have died so you will not grieve like people who have no hope. For since we believe that Jesus died and was raised to life again, we also believe that when Jesus returns, God will bring back with him the believers who have died.”

 

Day 2: Matthew 5:4 – “God blesses those who mourn, for they will be comforted.”

 

Day 3: Psalm 147:3 – “He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.”

 

Day 4: 2 Corinthians 1:3, 4 – “All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. God is our merciful Father and the source of all comfort. He comforts us in all our troubles so that we can comfort others. When they are troubled, we will be able to give them the same comfort God has given us.”

 

Day 5: Psalm 34:18 – “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those whose spirits are crushed.”

 

Day 6: Galatians 6:2 – “Share each other’s burdens, and in this way obey the law of Christ.”

Day 7: Philippians 3:20, 21 – “But we are citizens of heaven, where the Lord Jesus Christ lives. And we are eagerly waiting for him to return as our Savior. He will take our weak mortal bodies and change them into glorious bodies like his own, using the same power with which he will bring everything under his control.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Times and Seasons are God’s’

 

Day 1: Psalm 90:2 – “Before the mountains were born, before you gave birth to the earth and the world, from beginning to end, you are God.”

 

Day 2: Isaiah 46:10 – “Only I can tell you the future before it even happens. Everything I plan will come to pass, for I do whatever I wish.”

 

Day 3: Ecclesiastes 3:11 – “Yet God has made everything beautiful for its own time. He has planted eternity in the human heart, but even so, people cannot see the whole scope of God’s work from beginning to end.”

 

Day 4: 2 Peter 3:8, 9 – “But you must not forget this one thing, dear friends: A day is like a thousand years to the Lord, and a thousand years is like a day. The Lord isn’t really being slow about his promise, as some people think. No, he is being patient for your sake. He does not want anyone to be destroyed, but wants everyone to repent.”

 

Day 5: Psalm 62:5, 6 – “Let all that I am wait quietly before God, for my hope is in him. He alone is my rock and my salvation, my fortress where I will not be shaken.”

 

Day 6: Daniel 2:21 – “He controls the course of world events; he removes kings and sets up other kings. He gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to the scholars.”

 

Day 7: Ecclesiastes 3:1 – “For everything there is a season, a time for every activity under heaven.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘You Can Have an Abundant Life’

 

Day 1: John 10:10 – “The thief’s purpose is to steal and kill and destroy. My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfying life.”

Day 2: Matthew 6:33 – “Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.”

 

Day 3: Luke 6:38 – “Give, and you will receive. Your gift will return to you in full - pressed down, shaken together to make room for more, running over, and poured into your lap. The amount you give will determine the amount you get back.”

 

Day 4: Psalm 31:19 – “How great is the goodness you have stored up for those who fear you. You lavish it on those who come to you for protection, blessing them before the watching world.”

 

Day 5: 2 Corinthians 9:8 – “And God will generously provide all you need. Then you will always have everything you need and plenty left over to share with others.”

 

Day 6: Ephesians 3:20 – “Now all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think.”

 

Day 7: Psalm 23:5 – “You prepare a feast for me in the presence of my enemies. You honor me by anointing my head with oil. My cup overflows with blessings.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘God Calls Me…’

Day 1: John 15:15 - His Friend – “I no longer call you slaves, because a master doesn’t confide in his slaves. Now you are my friends, since I have told you everything the Father told me.”

Day 2: 1 Thessalonians 1:4 - Chosen – “We know, dear brothers and sisters,[a] that God loves you and has chosen you to be his own people.”

Day 3: Ephesians 2:10 - His 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.”

Day 4: 1 Corinthians 6:19 - His Temple – “Don’t you realize that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit, who lives in you and was given to you by God?...”

Day 5: 2 Corinthians 5:17 - Brand New – “This means that anyone who belongs to Christ has become a new person. The old life is gone; a new life has begun!”

Day 6: Galatians 3:25, 26 - His Child – “And now that the way of faith has come, we no longer need the law as our guardian. For you are all children of God through faith in Christ Jesus.”

Day 7: Acts 1:8 - His Messenger – “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you. And you will be my witnesses, telling people about me everywhere - in Jerusalem, throughout Judea, in Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.”

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Be an Encourager’

 

Day 1: Proverbs 16:24 – “Kind words are like honey - sweet to the soul and healthy for the body.”

 

Day 2: Hebrews 3:13 – “You must warn each other every day, while it is still ‘today,’ so that none of you will be deceived by sin and hardened against God.”

 

Day 3: Romans 15:1, 2 – “We who are strong must be considerate of those who are sensitive about things like this. We must not just please ourselves. We should help others do what is right and build them up in the Lord.”

 

Day 4: Proverbs 25:11 – “Timely advice is lovely, like golden apples in a silver basket.”

 

Day 5: Romans 12:15 – “Be happy with those who are happy, and weep with those who weep.”

 

Day 6: Hebrews 10:23, 24 – “Let us hold tightly without wavering to the hope we affirm, for God can be trusted to keep his promise. Let us think of ways to motivate one another to acts of love and good works.”

 

Day 7: Philippians 2:3, 4 – “Don’t be selfish; don’t try to impress others. Be humble, thinking of others as better than yourselves. Don’t look out only for your own interests, but take an interest in others, too.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘We Have the Privilege of Prayer’

Day 1: Philippians 4:6 – “Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done.”

 

Day 2: James 5:16 – “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.”

 

Day 3: 1 Timothy 2:1,2 – “I urge you, first of all, to pray for all people. Ask God to help them; intercede on their behalf, and give thanks for them. 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.”

 

Day 4: Psalm 17:6 – “I am praying to you because I know you will answer, O God. Bend down and listen as I pray.”

 

Day 5: Matthew 26:41 – “Keep watch and pray, so that you will not give in to temptation. For the spirit is willing, but the body is weak!”

 

Day 6: John 5:14 – “But afterward Jesus found him in the Temple and told him, “Now you are well; so stop sinning, or something even worse may happen to you.”

 

Day 7: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 – “Always be joyful. Never stop praying. Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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                                    ‘God, My Sure Hope’

 

Day 1: Psalm 147:11 – “No, the Lord’s delight is in those who fear him, those who put their hope in his unfailing love.”

 

Day 2: Psalm 16:9 – “No wonder my heart is glad, and I rejoice. My body rests in safety.”

 

Day 3: Psalm 119:114 – “You are my refuge and my shield; your word is my source of hope.”

 

Day 4: Jeremiah 29:11 – “’For I know the plans I have for you,’ says the Lord. ‘They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.’”

 

Day 5: Lamentations 3:24 – “I say to myself, ‘The Lord is my inheritance; therefore, I will hope in him!’”

 

Day 6: Romans 15:4 – “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.”

 

Day 7: Romans 5:5 – “And this hope will not lead to disappointment. For we know how dearly God loves us, because he has given us the Holy Spirit to fill our hearts with his love.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘We Are in Training’

 

Day 1: 1 Timothy 4:7, 8 – “Do not waste time arguing over godless ideas and old wives’ tales. Instead, train yourself to be godly. ‘Physical training is good, but training for godliness is much better, promising benefits in this life and in the life to come.’”

 

Day 2: Hebrews 12:11-13 – “No discipline is enjoyable while it is happening – it’s painful! But afterward there will be a peaceful harvest of right living for those who are trained in this way. So take a new grip with your tired hands and strengthen your weak knees. Mark out a straight path for your feet so that those who are weak and lame will not fall but become strong.”

 

Day 3: 1 Peter 1:13-16 – “So prepare your minds for action and exercise self-control. Put all your hope in the gracious salvation that will come to you when Jesus Christ is revealed to the world. So you must live as God’s obedient children. Don’t slip back into your old ways of living to satisfy your own desires. You didn’t know any better then. But now you must be holy in everything you do, just as God who chose you is holy. For the Scriptures say, ‘You must be holy because I am holy.’”

 

Day 4: 1 Corinthians 6:19, 20 – “Don’t you realize that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit, who lives in you and was given to you by God? You do not belong to yourself, for God bought you with a high price. So you must honor God with your body.”

 

Day 5: 1 Timothy 6:10-12 – “For the love of money is the root of all kinds of evil. And some people, craving money, have wandered from the true faith and pierced themselves with many sorrows. But you, Timothy, are a man of God; so run from all these evil things. Pursue righteousness and a godly life, along with faith, love, perseverance, and gentleness. Fight the good fight for the true faith. Hold tightly to the eternal life to which God has called you, which you have declared so well before many witnesses.”

 

Day 6: Philippians 3:12-14 – “I don’t mean to say that I have already achieved these things or that I have already reached perfection. But I press on to possess that perfection for which Christ Jesus first possessed me. No, dear brothers and sisters, I have not achieved it, but I focus on this one thing: Forgetting the past and looking forward to what lies ahead, I press on to reach the end of the race and receive the heavenly prize for which God, through Christ Jesus, is calling us.”

 

Day 7: James 1:12 – “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.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘This is Easter’

 

Day 1: 1 Peter 1:3 – “All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. It is by his great mercy that we have been born again, because God raised Jesus Christ from the dead. Now we live with great expectation…”

 

Day 2: Romans 6:8-11 – “And since we died with Christ, we know we will also live with him. We are sure of this because Christ was raised from the dead, and he will never die again. Death no longer has any power over him. When he died, he died once to break the power of sin. But now that he lives, he lives for the glory of God. So you also should consider yourselves to be dead to the power of sin and alive to God through Christ Jesus.”

 

Day 3: John 11:25 – “Jesus told her, ‘I am the resurrection and the life. Anyone who believes in me will live, even after dying.’”

 

Day 4: 1 Thessalonians 4:14 – “For since we believe that Jesus died and was raised to life again, we also believe that when Jesus returns, God will bring back with him the believers who have died.”

 

Day 5: 2 Corinthians 5:17 – “This means that anyone who belongs to Christ has become a new person. The old life is gone; a new life has begun!”

 

Day 6: Colossians 1:13, 14 – “For he has rescued us from the kingdom of darkness and transferred us into the Kingdom of his dear Son, who purchased our freedom and forgave our sins.”

 

Day 7: Hebrews 12:2 – “We do this by keeping our eyes on Jesus, the champion who initiates and perfects our faith. Because of the joy awaiting him, he endured the cross, disregarding its shame. Now he is seated in the place of honor beside God’s throne.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Rest’

 

Day 1: Matthew 11:28-30 – “Then Jesus said, ‘Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy to bear, and the burden I give you is light.’”

 

Day 2: Hebrews 4:9-11 – ”So there is a special rest still waiting for the people of God. For all who have entered into God’s rest have rested from their labors, just as God did after creating the world. So let us do our best to enter that rest. But if we disobey God, as the people of Israel did, we will fall.”

 

Day 3: Psalm 23:1-3 – “The Lord is my shepherd; I have all that I need. He lets me rest in green meadows; he leads me beside peaceful streams. He renews my strength. He guides me along right paths, bringing honor to his name.”

 

Day 4: Jeremiah 31:25 – “For I have given rest to the weary and joy to the sorrowing.”

 

Day 5: Proverbs 19:23 – “Fear of the Lord leads to life, bringing security and protection from harm.”

 

Day 6: Psalm 62:1 – “I wait quietly before God, for my victory comes from him.”

 

Day 7: Philippians 4:6, 7 – “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.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘If You Follow Him, You will Serve’

 

Day 1: Hebrews 9:14 – “Just think how much more the blood of Christ will purify our consciences from sinful deeds so that we can worship the living God. For by the power of the eternal Spirit, Christ offered himself to God as a perfect sacrifice for our sins.”

 

Day 2: James 1:27 – ”Pure and genuine religion in the sight of God the Father means caring for orphans and widows in their distress and refusing to let the world corrupt you.”

 

Day 3: Joshua 22:5 – “But be very careful to obey all the commands and the instructions that Moses gave to you. Love the Lord your God, walk in all his ways, obey his commands, hold firmly to him, and serve him with all your heart and all your soul.”

 

Day 4: Romans 12:11 – “Never be lazy, but work hard and serve the Lord enthusiastically.”

 

Day 5: Galatians 5:13 – “For you have been called to live in freedom, my brothers and sisters. But don’t use your freedom to satisfy your sinful nature. Instead, use your freedom to serve one another in love.”

 

Day 6: Colossians 3:23 – “Work willingly at whatever you do, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people.”

 

Day 7: 1 Peter 4:10 – “God has given each of you a gift from his great variety of spiritual gifts. Use them well to serve one another.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Real Strength’

 

Day 1: Psalm 46:1 – “God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble.”

 

Day 2: Isaiah 40:10 – ”Yes, the Sovereign Lord is coming in power. He will rule with a powerful arm. See, he brings his reward with him as he comes.”

 

Day 3: Joshua 1:9 – “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.”

 

Day 4: Isaiah 40:29 – “He gives power to the weak and strength to the powerless.”

 

Day 5: 1 Peter 5:10 – “In his kindness God called you to share in his eternal glory by means of Christ Jesus. So after you have suffered a little while, he will restore, support, and strengthen you, and he will place you on a firm foundation.”

 

Day 6: 2 Thessalonians 3:3 – “But the Lord is faithful; he will strengthen you and guard you from the evil one.”

 

Day 7: Psalm 29:11 – “The Lord gives his people strength. The Lord blesses them with peace.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Favor of God’

 

Day 1: Proverbs 8:35 – “For whoever finds me finds life and receives favor from the Lord.”

 

Day 2: Proverbs 12:2 – ”The Lord approves of those who are good, but he condemns those who plan wickedness.”

 

Day 3: Psalm 119:135 – “Look upon me with love; teach me your decrees.”

 

Day 4: Proverbs 16:7 – “When people’s lives please the Lord, even their enemies are at peace with them.”

 

Day 5: Proverbs 11:27 – “If you search for good, you will find favor; but if you search for evil, it will find you!”

 

Day 6: Proverbs 5:12 – “You will say, ‘How I hated discipline! If only I had not ignored all the warnings!’”

 

Day 7: Proverbs 3:3, 4 – “Never let loyalty and kindness leave you! Tie them around your neck as a reminder. Write them deep within your heart. Then you will find favor with both God and people, and you will earn a good reputation.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Set a Watch’

 

Day 1: Proverbs 15:1,2 – “A gentle answer deflects anger, but harsh words make tempers  flare. The tongue of the wise makes knowledge appealing, but the mouth of a fool belches out foolishness.”

 

Day 2: Proverbs 12:18, 19 – ”Some people make cutting remarks, but the words of the wise bring healing. Truthful words stand the test of time, but lies are soon exposed.”

 

Day 3: Psalm 34:13 – “Then keep your tongue from speaking evil and your lips from telling lies!”

 

Day 4: Proverbs 21:23 – “Watch your tongue and keep your mouth shut, and you will stay out of trouble.”

 

Day 5: Proverbs 15:4 – “Gentle words are a tree of life; a deceitful tongue crushes the spirit.”

 

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

 

Day 7: 1 Peter 3:10 – “For the Scriptures say, ‘If you want to enjoy life and see many happy days, keep your tongue from speaking evil and your lips from telling lies.’”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Repentance - A Must’

 

Day 1: 1 John 1:9 – “But if we confess our sins to him, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all wickedness.”

 

Day 2: Matthew 9:13 – ”Then he added, ‘Now go and learn the meaning of this Scripture: “I want you to show mercy, not offer sacrifices.” For I have come to call not those who think they are righteous, but those who know they are sinners.’”

 

Day 3: James 5:16 – “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.”

 

Day 4: Psalm 32:5 – “Finally, I confessed all my sins to you and stopped trying to hide my guilt. I said to myself, ‘I will confess my rebellion to the Lord.’ And you forgave me! All my guilt is gone. Interlude”

 

Day 5: Proverbs 28:13 – “People who conceal their sins will not prosper, but if they confess and turn from them, they will receive mercy.”

 

Day 6: Acts 3:19 – “Now repent of your sins and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped away.”

 

Day 7: 2 Chronicles 7:14 – “Then if my people who are called by my name will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sins and restore their land.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Freedom - Walk in it’

 

Day 1: John 8:31, 32 – “Jesus said to the people who believed in him, ‘You are truly my disciples if you remain faithful to my teachings. And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.’”

 

Day 2: 1 Peter 2:16, 17 – ”For you are free, yet you are God’s slaves, so don’t use your freedom as an excuse to do evil. Respect everyone, and love the family of believers. Fear God, and respect the king.”

 

Day 3: Romans 6:16-18 – “Don’t you realize that you become the slave of whatever you choose to obey? You can be a slave to sin, which leads to death, or you can choose to obey God, which leads to righteous living. Thank God! Once you were slaves of sin, but now you wholeheartedly obey this teaching we have given you. Now you are free from your slavery to sin, and you have become slaves to righteous living.”

 

Day 4: Acts 13:38, 39 – “Brothers, listen! We are here to proclaim that through this man Jesus there is forgiveness for your sins. Everyone who believes in him is made right in God’s sight - something the law of Moses could never do.”

 

Day 5: Galatians 5:13, 14 – “For you have been called to live in freedom, my brothers and sisters. But don’t use your freedom to satisfy your sinful nature. Instead, use your freedom to serve one another in love. For the whole law can be summed up in this one command: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’”

 

Day 6: Romans 8:1, 2 – “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.”

 

Day 7: Ephesians 1:7 – “He is so rich in kindness and grace that he purchased our freedom with the blood of his Son and forgave our sins.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Walking in God’s Blessings’

 

Day 1: Micah 6:8 – “No, O people, the Lord has told you what is good, and this is what he requires of you: to do what is right, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God.”

 

Day 2: Colossians 1:10-12 – ”Then the way you live will always honor and please the Lord, and your lives will produce every kind of good fruit. All the while, you will grow as you learn to know God better and better. 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, always thanking the Father…”

 

Day 3: Deuteronomy 8:6 – “So obey the commands of the Lord your God by walking in his ways and fearing him.”

 

Day 4: Ephesians 2:10 – “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.”

 

Day 5: 1 John 1:6, 7 – “So we are lying if we say we have fellowship with God but go on living in spiritual darkness; we are not practicing the truth. But if we are living in the light, as God is in the light, then we have fellowship with each other, and the blood of Jesus, his Son, cleanses us from all sin.”

 

Day 6: John 8:12 – “Jesus spoke to the people once more and said, ‘I am the light of the world. If you follow me, you won’t have to walk in darkness, because you will have the light that leads to life.’”

 

Day 7: 1 Thessalonians 4:12 – “Then people who are not believers will respect the way you live, and you will not need to depend on others.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘It’s Up to You – The Choice is Yours’

 

Day 1: Psalm 10:12 – “Arise, O Lord! Punish the wicked, O God! Do not ignore the helpless!”

 

Day 2: Proverbs 15:1 – ”A gentle answer deflects anger, but harsh words make tempers flare.”

 

Day 3: Romans 15:2 – “We should help others do what is right and build them up in the Lord.”

 

Day 4: Proverbs 12:25 – “Worry weighs a person down; an encouraging word cheers a person up.”

 

Day 5: Proverbs 17:22 – “A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a broken spirit saps a person’s strength.”

 

Day 6: Luke 6:45 – “A good person produces good things from the treasury of a good heart, and an evil person produces evil things from the treasury of an evil heart. What you say flows from what is in your heart.”

 

Day 7: Romans 14:13 – “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.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Say This to Yourself…’

 

Day 1: Deuteronomy 28:13 – “If you listen to these commands of the Lord your God that I am giving you today, and if you carefully obey them, the Lord will make you the head and not the tail, and you will always be on top and never at the bottom.”

 

Day 2: Psalm 18:2 – “The Lord is my rock, my fortress, and my savior; my God is my rock, in whom I find protection. He is my shield, the power that saves me, and my place of safety.”

 

Day 3: Psalm 20:7 – “Some nations boast of their chariots and horses, but we boast in the name of the Lord our God.”

 

Day 4: Romans 8:37, 38 – “No, despite all these things, overwhelming victory is ours through Christ, who loved us. 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.”

 

Day 5: Philippians 4:13 – “For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength.”

 

Day 6: Psalm 27:1 – “The Lord is my light and my salvation - so why should I be afraid? The Lord is my fortress, protecting me from danger, so why should I tremble?”

 

Day 7: Isaiah 54:17 – “But in that coming day no weapon turned against you will succeed. You will silence every voice raised up to accuse you. These benefits are enjoyed by the servants of the Lord; their vindication will come from me. I, the Lord, have spoken!”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘God is…'

 

Day 1: Exodus 3:13, 14 - YAHWEH - I am – “But Moses protested, ‘If I go to the people of Israel and tell them, “The God of your ancestors has sent me to you,” they will ask me, “What is his name?” Then what should I tell them?’ God replied to Moses, ‘I am who i am. Say this to the people of Israel: I am has sent me to you.’”

 

Day 2: Exodus 15:26 - RAPHA - Healer – “He said, ‘If you will listen carefully to the voice of the Lord your God and do what is right in his sight, obeying his commands and keeping all his decrees, then I will not make you suffer any of the diseases I sent on the Egyptians; for I am the Lord who heals you.’”

 

Day 3: Genesis 17:7 - ELOHIM - Creator – “I will confirm my covenant with you and your descendants after you, from generation to generation. This is the everlasting covenant: I will always be your God and the God of your descendants after you.”

 

Day 4: Genesis 17:1 - EL SHADDAI - God Almighty – “When Abram was ninety-nine years old, the Lord appeared to him and said, ‘I am El-Shaddai - God Almighty. Serve me faithfully and live a blameless life.’”

Day 5: Genesis 22:14 - JIREH - Provider – “Abraham named the place Yahweh-Yireh (which means ‘the Lord will provide’). To this day, people still use that name as a proverb: ‘On the mountain of the Lord it will be provided.’" [side note:The term Jehovah-Jireh is more appropriately transliterated Yahweh-Yireh].

Day 6: John 10:11 - JEHOVAH ROHI - Shepherd – “I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd sacrifices his life for the sheep.”

 

Day 7: Judges 6:24 - SHALOM - Our Peace – “And Gideon built an altar to the Lord there and named it Yahweh-Shalom (which means ‘the Lord is peace’). The altar remains in Ophrah in the land of the clan of Abiezer to this day.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘God All Over Me'

 

Day 1: John 8:12 - Surrounded by the light of God – “Jesus spoke to the people once more and said, ‘I am the light of the world. If you follow me, you won’t have to walk in darkness, because you will have the light that leads to life.’”

 

Day 2: Deuteronomy 7:9 - The love of God enfolds me – “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.”

 

Day 3: 2 Thessalonians 3:3 - The power of God protects me – “But the Lord is faithful; he will strengthen you and guard you from the evil one”

 

Day 4: Psalm 37:23, 24 - The mind of God guides me – “The Lord directs the steps of the godly. He delights in every detail of their lives. Though they stumble, they will never fall, for the Lord holds them by the hand.”

 

Day 5: Ephesians 2:10 - God flows through me – “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.”

 

Day 6: Romans 15:13 - The joy of God lifts me – “I pray that God, the source of hope, will fill you completely with joy and peace because you trust in him. Then you will overflow with confident hope through the power of the Holy Spirit.”

 

Day 7: Exodus 15:2 - The strength of God renews me – “The Lord is my strength and my song; he has given me victory. This is my God, and I will praise him - my father’s God, and I will exalt him!”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Father God Says…'

 

Day 1: Jeremiah 29:11 - You have a purpose – “‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ says the Lord. ‘They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.’”

 

Day 2: Romans 5:8 - You are loved – “But God showed his great love for us by sending Christ to die for us while we were still sinners.”

 

Day 3: 1 Peter 2:9 - You are chosen – “But you are not like that, for you are a chosen people. You are royal priests, a holy nation, God’s very own possession. As a result, you can show others the goodness of God, for he called you out of the darkness into his wonderful light.”

 

Day 4: Ephesians 1:7 - You are redeemed – “He is so rich in kindness and grace that he purchased our freedom with the blood of his Son and forgave our sins.”

 

Day 5: Psalm 5:12 - You are favored – “For you bless the godly, O Lord; you surround them with your shield of love.”

 

Day 6: Psalm 146:5 - You are blessed – “But joyful are those who have the God of Israel as their helper, whose hope is in the Lord their God.”

 

Day 7: 1 Peter 2:24 - You are healed – “He personally carried our sins in his body on the cross so that we can be dead to sin and live for what is right. By his wounds you are healed.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘You Were Created to…’

 

Day 1: Colossians 3:12 - Show the heart of God – “Since God chose you to be the holy people he loves, you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience.”

 

Day 2: 1 Corinthians 10:31 - To live for God – “So whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.”

 

Day 3: 1 Peter 2:9 - Proclaim God – “But you are not like that, for you are a chosen people. You are royal priests, a holy nation, God’s very own possession. As a result, you can show others the goodness of God, for he called you out of the darkness into his wonderful light.”

 

Day 4: Ephesians 2:10 - Do good – “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.”

 

Day 5: Micah 6:8 - Enjoy life in God – “No, O people, the Lord has told you what is good, and this is what he requires of you: to do what is right, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God.”

 

Day 6: Psalm 103:1-4 - Be thankful – “Let all that I am praise the Lord; with my whole heart, I will praise his holy name. Let all that I am praise the Lord; may I never forget the good things he does for me. He forgives all my sins and heals all my diseases. He redeems me from death and crowns me with love and tender mercies.”

 

Day 7: Ecclesiastics 12:13 - Obey God – “That’s the whole story. Here now is my final conclusion: Fear God and obey his commands, for this is everyone’s duty.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Truth - Why We Need a Saviour’

 

Day 1: Romans 5:12 – “When Adam sinned, sin entered the world. Adam’s sin brought death, so death spread to everyone, for everyone sinned.”

 

Day 2: Isaiah 64;6 – “We are all infected and impure with sin. When we display our righteous deeds, they are nothing but filthy rags. Like autumn leaves, we wither and fall, and our sins sweep us away like the wind.”

 

Day 3: Romans 6:23 – “For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life through Christ Jesus our Lord.”

 

Day 4: Romans 3:23 – “For everyone has sinned; we all fall short of God’s glorious standard.”

 

Day 5: Romans 3:10-12 – “As the Scriptures say, ‘No one is righteous - not even one. No one is truly wise; no one is seeking God. All have turned away; all have become useless. No one does good, not a single one.’”

 

Day 6: Jeremiah 17:9 – “The human heart is the most deceitful of all things, and desperately wicked. Who really knows how bad it is?”

 

Day 7: Romans 5:20 – “God’s law was given so that all people could see how sinful they were. But as people sinned more and more, God’s wonderful grace became more abundant.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘When I Lean on God’

 

Day 1: Psalm 73:23-25 – “Yet I still belong to you; you hold my right hand. You guide me with your counsel, leading me to a glorious destiny. Whom have I in heaven but you? I desire you more than anything on earth.”

 

Day 2: Psalm 27:13, 14 – “Yet I am confident I will see the Lord’s goodness while I am here in the land of the living. Wait patiently for the Lord. Be brave and courageous. Yes, wait patiently for the Lord.”

 

Day 3: Psalm 56:3, 4 – “But when I am afraid, I will put my trust in you. I praise God for what he has promised. I trust in God, so why should I be afraid? What can mere mortals do to me?”

 

Day 4: 1 Peter 5:6, 7 – “So humble yourselves under the mighty power of God, and at the right time he will lift you up in honor. Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you.”

 

Day 5: Psalm 121:2 – “My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth!”

 

Day 6: Psalm 55:22 – “Give your burdens to the Lord, and he will take care of you. He will not permit the godly to slip and fall.”

 

Day 7: Psalm 37:39, 40 – “The Lord rescues the godly; he is their fortress in times of trouble. The Lord helps them, rescuing them from the wicked. He saves them, and they find shelter in him.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Confession is the Way’

 

Day 1: James 4:8 – “Come close to God, and God will come close to you. Wash your hands, you sinners; purify your hearts, for your loyalty is divided between God and the world.”

 

Day 2: Romans 10:9 – “If you openly declare that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.”

 

Day 3: 1 Timothy 6:12 – “Fight the good fight for the true faith. Hold tightly to the eternal life to which God has called you, which you have declared so well before many witnesses.”

 

Day 4: Acts 3:19 – “Now repent of your sins and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped away.”

 

Day 5: Psalm 32:5 – “Finally, I confessed all my sins to you and stopped trying to hide my guilt. I said to myself, ‘I will confess my rebellion to the Lord.’ And you forgave me! All my guilt is gone. Interlude”

 

Day 6: Proverbs 28:13 – “People who conceal their sins will not prosper, but if they confess and turn from them, they will receive mercy.”

 

Day 7: 1 John 1:9 – “But if we confess our sins to him, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all wickedness.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Times of Refreshing’

 

Day 1: Acts 3:19-21 – “Now repent of your sins and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped away. Then times of refreshment will come from the presence of the Lord, and he will again send you Jesus, your appointed Messiah. For he must remain in heaven until the time for the final restoration of all things, as God promised long ago through his holy prophets.”

 

Day 2: Psalm 19:7 – “The instructions of the Lord are perfect, reviving the soul. The decrees of the Lord are trustworthy, making wise the simple.”

 

Day 3: Psalm 23:1-3 – “The Lord is my shepherd; I have all that I need. He lets me rest in green meadows; he leads me beside peaceful streams. He renews my strength. He guides me along right paths, bringing honor to his name.”

 

Day 4: Jeremiah 31:25 – “‘For I have given rest to the weary and joy to the sorrowing.’”

 

Day 5: Isaiah 58:11 – “The Lord will guide you continually, giving you water when you are dry and restoring your strength. You will be like a well-watered garden, like an ever-flowing spring.”

 

Day 6: Proverbs 3:7,8 – “Don’t be impressed with your own wisdom. Instead, fear the Lord and turn away from evil. Then you will have healing for your body and strength for your bones.”

 

Day 7: Proverbs 11:25 – “The generous will prosper; those who refresh others will themselves be refreshed.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘The Goodness of God’

 

Day 1: Psalm 107:8, 9 – “Let them praise the Lord for his great love and for the wonderful things he has done for them. For he satisfies the thirsty and fills the hungry with good things.”

 

Day 2: Psalm 100:4, 5 – “Enter his gates with thanksgiving; go into his courts with praise. Give thanks to him and praise his name. For the Lord is good. His unfailing love continues forever, and his faithfulness continues to each generation.”

 

Day 3: Psalm 33:5 – “He loves whatever is just and good; the unfailing love of the Lord fills the earth.”

 

Day 4: Psalm 69:16 – “Answer my prayers, O Lord, for your unfailing love is wonderful. Take care of me, for your mercy is so plentiful.”

 

Day 5: Nahum 1:7 – “The Lord is good, a strong refuge when trouble comes. He is close to those who trust in him.”

 

Day 6: Psalm 145:5-7 – “I will meditate on your majestic, glorious splendor and your wonderful miracles. Your awe-inspiring deeds will be on every tongue; I will proclaim your greatness. Everyone will share the story of your wonderful goodness; they will sing with joy about your righteousness.”

 

Day 7: 1 Chronicles 16:34 – “Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good! His faithful love endures forever.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

 

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‘Listen - God Speaks’

 

Day 1: Psalm 25:14 – “The Lord is a friend to those who fear him. He teaches them his covenant.”

 

Day 2: Job 33:14-18 – “For God speaks again and again, though people do not recognize it. He speaks in dreams, in visions of the night, when deep sleep falls on people as they lie in their beds. He whispers in their ears and terrifies them with warnings. He makes them turn from doing wrong; he keeps them from pride. He protects them from the grave, from crossing over the river of death.”

 

Day 3: Psalm 139:23, 24 – “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.”

 

Day 4: John 10:27, 28 – “My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me. I give them eternal life, and they will never perish. No one can snatch them away from me…”

 

Day 5: Hebrews 1:1, 2 – “Long ago God spoke many times and in many ways to our ancestors through the prophets. And now in these final days, he has spoken to us through his Son. God promised everything to the Son as an inheritance, and through the Son he created the universe.”

 

Day 6: John 15:11-14 – “I have told you these things so that you will be filled with my joy. Yes, your joy will overflow! This is my commandment: Love each other in the same way I have loved you. There is no greater love than to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. You are my friends if you do what I command.”

 

Day 7: 1 Thessalonians 2:13 – “Therefore, we never stop thanking God that when you received his message from us, you didn’t think of our words as mere human ideas. You accepted what we said as the very word of God - which, of course, it is. And this word continues to work in you who believe.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Jesus in You’

 

Day 1: Galatians 2:20 – “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.”

 

Day 2: John 17:23 – “I am in them and you are in me. May they experience such perfect unity that the world will know that you sent me and that you love them as much as you love me.”

 

Day 3: Colossians 1:27 – “For God wanted them to know that the riches and glory of Christ are for you Gentiles, too. And this is the secret: Christ lives in you. This gives you assurance of sharing his glory.”

 

Day 4: John 15:4-8 – “Remain in me, and I will remain in you. For a branch cannot produce fruit if it is severed from the vine, and you cannot be fruitful unless you remain in me. ‘Yes, I am the vine; you are the branches. Those who remain in me, and I in them, will produce much fruit. For apart from me you can do nothing. Anyone who does not remain in me is thrown away like a useless branch and withers. Such branches are gathered into a pile to be burned. But if you remain in me and my words remain in you, you may ask for anything you want, and it will be granted! When you produce much fruit, you are my true disciples. This brings great glory to my Father.’”

 

Day 5: 1 John 4:4 – “But you belong to God, my dear children. You have already won a victory over those people, because the Spirit who lives in you is greater than the spirit who lives in the world.”

 

Day 6: Psalm 16:5-11 – “Lord, you alone are my inheritance, my cup of blessing. You guard all that is mine. The land you have given me is a pleasant land. What a wonderful inheritance! I will bless the Lord who guides me; even at night my heart instructs me. I know the Lord is always with me. I will not be shaken, for he is right beside me. No wonder my heart is glad, and I rejoice. My body rests in safety. For you will not leave my soul among the dead or allow your holy one to rot in the grave. You will show me the way of life, granting me the joy of your presence and the pleasures of living with you forever.”

 

Day 7: 1 John 5:11-13 – “And this is what God has testified: He has given us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. Whoever has the Son has life; whoever does not have God’s Son does not have life.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Run to the Giver of Strength’

 

Day 1: 2 Thessalonians 3:3 – “But the Lord is faithful; he will strengthen you and guard you from the evil one.”

 

Day 2: Philippians 4:13 – “For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength.”

 

Day 3: 1 Chronicles 16:11 – “Search for the Lord and for his strength; continually seek him.”

 

Day 4: Habakkuk 3:19 – “The Sovereign Lord is my strength! He makes me as surefooted as a deer, able to tread upon the heights.”

 

Day 5: Psalm 29:11 – “The Lord gives his people strength. The Lord blesses them with peace.”

 

Day 6: Psalm 46:1-3 – “God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble. So we will not fear when earthquakes come and the mountains crumble into the sea. Let the oceans roar and foam. Let the mountains tremble as the waters surge! Interlude”

 

Day 7: 1 Peter 5:10 – “In his kindness God called you to share in his eternal glory by means of Christ Jesus. So after you have suffered a little while, he will restore, support, and strengthen you, and he will place you on a firm foundation.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Never Give Up’

 

Day 1: 1 Corinthians 9:24 – “Don’t you realize that in a race everyone runs, but only one person gets the prize? So run to win!”

 

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

 

Day 3: Galatians 6:9 – “So let’s not get tired of doing what is good. At just the right time we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don’t give up.”

 

Day 4: Luke 18:1 – “One day Jesus told his disciples a story to show that they should always pray and never give up.”

 

Day 5: Isaiah 40:29-31 – “He gives power to the weak and strength to the powerless. Even youths will become weak and tired, and young men will fall in exhaustion. But those who trust in the Lord will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint.”

 

Day 6: Colossians 3:23, 24 – “Work willingly at whatever you do, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people. Remember that the Lord will give you an inheritance as your reward, and that the Master you are serving is Christ.”

 

Day 7: Hebrews 12:1-3 – “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a huge crowd of witnesses to the life of faith, let us strip off every weight that slows us down, especially the sin that so easily trips us up. And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us. We do this by keeping our eyes on Jesus, the champion who initiates and perfects our faith. Because of the joy awaiting him, he endured the cross, disregarding its shame. Now he is seated in the place of honor beside God’s throne. Think of all the hostility he endured from sinful people; then you won’t become weary and give up.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Secure Your Future’

 

Day 1: Romans 6:23 – “For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life through Christ Jesus our Lord.”

 

Day 2: Romans 8:38, 39 – “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. No power in the sky above or in the earth below - indeed, nothing in all creation will ever be able to separate us from the love of God that is revealed in Christ Jesus our Lord.”

 

Day 3: John 10:28, 29 – “I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; no one will snatch them out of my hand. My Father, who has given them to me, is greater than all[a]; no one can snatch them out of my Father’s hand.”

 

Day 4: Titus 3:4-7 – “When God our Savior revealed his kindness and love, he saved us, not because of the righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He washed away our sins, giving us a new birth and new life through the Holy Spirit. He generously poured out the Spirit upon us through Jesus Christ our Savior. Because of his grace he made us right in his sight and gave us confidence that we will inherit eternal life.”

 

Day 5: John 5:24 – “I tell you the truth, those who listen to my message and believe in God who sent me have eternal life. They will never be condemned for their sins, but they have already passed from death into life.”

 

Day 6: Colossians 1:13, 14 – “For he has rescued us from the kingdom of darkness and transferred us into the Kingdom of his dear Son, who purchased our freedom and forgave our sins.”

 

Day 7: 1 Peter 1:3, 4 – “All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. It is by his great mercy that we have been born again, because God raised Jesus Christ from the dead. Now we live with great expectation, and we have a priceless inheritance - an inheritance that is kept in heaven for you, pure and undefiled, beyond the reach of change and decay.”

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Praise Brings Proper Focus’

 

Day 1: Isaiah 25:1 – “O Lord, I will honor and praise your name, for you are my God. You do such wonderful things! You planned them long ago, and now you have accomplished them.”

 

Day 2: Psalm 145:1-3 – “I will exalt you, my God and King, and praise your name forever and ever. I will praise you every day; yes, I will praise you forever. Great is the Lord! He is most worthy of praise! No one can measure his greatness.”

 

Day 3: Psalm 95:1, 2 – “Come, let us sing to the Lord! Let us shout joyfully to the Rock of our salvation. Let us come to him with thanksgiving. Let us sing psalms of praise to him.”

 

Day 4: Psalm 103:1-5 – “Let all that I am praise the Lord; with my whole heart, I will praise his holy name. Let all that I am praise the Lord; may I never forget the good things he does for me. He forgives all my sins and heals all my diseases. He redeems me from death and crowns me with love and tender mercies. He fills my life with good things. My youth is renewed like the eagle’s!”

 

Day 5: Psalm 9:1, 2 – “I will praise you, Lord, with all my heart; I will tell of all the marvelous things you have done. I will be filled with joy because of you. I will sing praises to your name, O Most High.”

 

Day 6: Psalm 63:3, 4 – “Your unfailing love is better than life itself; how I praise you! I will praise you as long as I live, lifting up my hands to you in prayer.”

 

Day 7: Psalm 100:1-5 – “Shout with joy to the Lord, all the earth! Worship the Lord with gladness. Come before him, singing with joy. Acknowledge that the Lord is God! He made us, and we are his. We are his people, the sheep of his pasture. Enter his gates with thanksgiving; go into his courts with praise. Give thanks to him and praise his name. For the Lord is good. His unfailing love continues forever, and his faithfulness continues to each generation.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘In His Presence There is…’

 

Day 1: 2 Thessalonians 3:16 - PEACE – “Now may the Lord of peace himself give you his peace at all times and in every situation. The Lord be with you all.”

 

Day 2: Psalm 16:11 - JOY – “You will show me the way of life, granting me the joy of your presence and the pleasures of living with you forever.”

 

Day 3: Isaiah 40:31 - STRENGTH – “But those who trust in the Lord will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint.”

 

Day 4: Psalm 37:7 - REST – “Be still in the presence of the Lord, and wait patiently for him to act. Don’t worry about evil people who prosper or fret about their wicked schemes.”

 

Day 5: Psalm 46:1 - HELP – “God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble.”

 

Day 6: Proverbs 3:25, 26 - CONFIDENCE – “You need not be afraid of sudden disaster or the destruction that comes upon the wicked, for the Lord is your security. He will keep your foot from being caught in a trap.”

 

Day 7: Proverbs 2:1-6 - WISDOM – “My child, listen to what I say, and treasure my commands. Tune your ears to wisdom, and concentrate on understanding. Cry out for insight, and ask for understanding. Search for them as you would for silver; seek them like hidden treasures. Then you will understand what it means to fear the Lord, and you will gain knowledge of God. For the Lord grants wisdom! From his mouth come knowledge and understanding.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘God’s Promises - He is Not a Man That He Should Lie’

 

Day 1: Isaiah 26:3 – “You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in you, all whose thoughts are fixed on you!”

 

Day 2: Psalm 32:8 – “The Lord says, ‘I will guide you along the best pathway for your life. I will advise you and watch over you.’”

 

Day 3: Psalm 37:23, 24 – “The Lord directs the steps of the godly. He delights in every detail of their lives. Though they stumble, they will never fall, for the Lord holds them by the hand.”

 

Day 4: Exodus 14:14 – “The Lord himself will fight for you. Just stay calm.”

 

Day 5: Isaiah 40:29 – “He gives power to the weak and strength to the powerless.”

 

Day 6: Psalm 50:15 – “Then call on me when you are in trouble, and I will rescue you, and you will give me glory.”

 

Day 7: Isaiah 54:10 – “‘For the mountains may move and the hills disappear, but even then my faithful love for you will remain. My covenant of blessing will never be broken,’ says the Lord, who has mercy on you.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

 

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‘A Very Present Help’

 

Day 1: Job 5:11 – “He gives prosperity to the poor and protects those who suffer.”

 

Day 2: Psalm 27:13, 14 – “Yet I am confident I will see the Lord’s goodness while I am here in the land of the living. Wait patiently for the Lord. Be brave and courageous. Yes, wait patiently for the Lord.”

 

Day 3: Romans 15:13 – “I pray that God, the source of hope, will fill you completely with joy and peace because you trust in him. Then you will overflow with confident hope through the power of the Holy Spirit.”

 

Day 4: Psalm 147:3-6 – “He heals the brokenhearted and bandages their wounds. He counts the stars and calls them all by name. How great is our Lord! His power is absolute! His understanding is beyond comprehension! The Lord supports the humble, but he brings the wicked down into the dust.”

 

Day 5: 2 Corinthians 12:9, 10 – “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. That’s why I take pleasure in my weaknesses, and in the insults, hardships, persecutions, and troubles that I suffer for Christ. For when I am weak, then I am strong.”

 

Day 6: Psalm 9:9, 10 – “The Lord is a shelter for the oppressed, a refuge in times of trouble. Those who know your name trust in you, for you, O Lord, do not abandon those who search for you.”

 

Day 7: 2 Corinthians 1:3-5 – “All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. God is our merciful Father and the source of all comfort. He comforts us in all our troubles so that we can comfort others. When they are troubled, we will be able to give them the same comfort God has given us. For the more we suffer for Christ, the more God will shower us with his comfort through Christ.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Faith or Fear’

 

Day 1: Isaiah 41:10 – “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.”

 

Day 2: Romans 8:15 – “So you have not received a spirit that makes you fearful slaves. Instead, you received God’s Spirit when he adopted you as his own children. Now we call him, ‘Abba, Father.’”

 

Day 3: 1 John 4:18 – “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.”

 

Day 4: John 10:10 – “The thief’s purpose is to steal and kill and destroy. My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfying life.”

 

Day 5: John 14:27 – “I am leaving you with a gift - peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don’t be troubled or afraid.”

 

Day 6: 2 Timothy 1:6, 7 – “This is why I remind you to fan into flames the spiritual gift God gave you when I laid my hands on you. For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline.”

 

Day 7: Psalm 56:3, 4 – “But when I am afraid, I will put my trust in you. I praise God for what he has promised. I trust in God, so why should I be afraid? What can mere mortals do to me?”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Encourage and Be Encouraged’

 

Day 1: Hebrews 10:24, 25 – “Let us think of ways to motivate one another to acts of love and good works. And let us not neglect our meeting together, as some people do, but encourage one another, especially now that the day of his return is drawing near.”

 

Day 2: Psalm 90:17 – “And may the Lord our God show us his approval and make our efforts successful. Yes, make our efforts successful!”

 

Day 3: 1 Corinthians 15:58 – “So, my dear brothers and sisters, be strong and immovable. Always work enthusiastically for the Lord, for you know that nothing you do for the Lord is ever useless.”

 

Day 4: 2 Corinthians 1:3, 4 – “All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. God is our merciful Father and the source of all comfort. He comforts us in all our troubles so that we can comfort others. When they are troubled, we will be able to give them the same comfort God has given us.”

 

Day 5: Psalm 118:14-16 – “The Lord is my strength and my song; he has given me victory. Songs of joy and victory are sung in the camp of the godly. The strong right arm of the Lord has done glorious things! The strong right arm of the Lord is raised in triumph. The strong right arm of the Lord has done glorious things!”

 

Day 6: 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 – “That is why we never give up. Though our bodies are dying, our spirits are[a] being renewed every day. For our present troubles are small and won’t last very long. Yet they produce for us a glory that vastly outweighs them and will last forever! So we don’t look at the troubles we can see now; rather, we fix our gaze on things that cannot be seen. For the things we see now will soon be gone, but the things we cannot see will last forever.”

 

Day 7: Ephesians 6:10, 11 – “A final word: Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on all of God’s armor so that you will be able to stand firm against all strategies of the devil.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Called to be a Blessing’

 

Day 1: Ephesians  2:10 – “For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.”

 

Day 2: Proverbs 19:17 – “Whoever is kind to the poor lends to the Lord, and he will reward them for what they have done.”

 

Day 3: Proverbs  11:25 – “A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed.”

 

Day 4: Philippians 2:3, 4 – “Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others.

 

Day 5: Proverbs 22:9 – “The generous will themselves be blessed, for they share their food with the poor.”

 

Day 6: Hebrews 13:16 – “And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased.”

 

Day 7: Luke 6:38 – “Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘God Comes Near’

 

Day 1: James 4:8 – “Come close to God, and God will come close to you. Wash your hands, you sinners; purify your hearts, for your loyalty is divided between God and the world.”

 

Day 2: Psalm 145:18, 19 – “The Lord is close to all who call on him, yes, to all who call on him in truth. He grants the desires of those who fear him; he hears their cries for help and rescues them.”

 

Day 3: Psalm 73:28 – “But as for me, how good it is to be near God! I have made the Sovereign Lord my shelter, and I will tell everyone about the wonderful things you do.”

 

Day 4: Psalm 16:8 – “I know the Lord is always with me. I will not be shaken, for he is right beside me.”

 

Day 5: Psalm 34:18 – “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those whose spirits are crushed.”

 

Day 6: Deuteronomy 31:8 – “The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.”

 

Day 7: Zephaniah 3:17 – “For the Lord your God is living among you. He is a mighty savior. He will take delight in you with gladness. With his love, he will calm all your fears. He will rejoice over you with joyful songs.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘WARNING! WARNING! What God Hates…’

 

Day 1: Psalm 101:5 - Scornful Arrogance– “I will not tolerate people who slander their neighbors. I will not endure conceit and pride.”

 

Day 2: Proverbs 12:22 - A Lying Tongue – “The Lord detests lying lips, but he delights in those who tell the truth.”

 

Day 3: Deuteronomy 27:25 - Killing the Innocent – “‘Cursed is anyone who accepts payment to kill an innocent person.’ And all the people will reply, ‘Amen.’”

 

Day 4: Hosea 7:6 - A Deceitful Heart – “Their hearts are like an oven blazing with intrigue. Their plot smolders through the night, and in the morning it breaks out like a raging fire.”

 

Day 5: Micah 2:1 - Evil Plans – “What sorrow awaits you who lie awake at night, thinking up evil plans. You rise at dawn and hurry to carry them out, simply because you have the power to do so.”

Day 6: Proverbs 12:5 - False Witness – “The plans of the godly are just; the advice of the wicked is treacherous.”

 

Day 7: Zechariah 8:17 - Trouble Makers – “Don’t scheme against each other. Stop your love of telling lies that you swear are the truth. I hate all these things, says the Lord.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘God’s Word, Our Source Of…’

 

Day 1: 1 Peter 1:23 - Salvation– “For you have been born again, but not to a life that will quickly end. Your new life will last forever because it comes from the eternal, living word of God.”

 

Day 2: Hebrews 4:12 - Self Check-up – “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.”

 

Day 3: Luke 11:28 - Blessings – “Jesus replied, ‘But even more blessed are all who hear the word of God and put it into practice.’”

 

Day 4: Proverbs 4:20-22 - Healings – “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, for they bring life to those who find them, and healing to their whole body.”

 

Day 5: Psalm 19:8 - Joy – “The commandments of the Lord are right, bringing joy to the heart. The commands of the Lord are clear, giving insight for living.”

 

Day 6: Romans 15:4 - Comfort – “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.”

 

Day 7: 2 Timothy 3:16, 17 - Preparation – “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.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Are You Thankful?’

 

Day 1: Psalm 107:21 – “Let them praise the Lord for his great love and for the wonderful things he has done for them.”

 

Day 2: Psalm 28:7 – “The Lord is my strength and shield. I trust him with all my heart. He helps me, and my heart is filled with joy. I burst out in songs of thanksgiving.”

 

Day 3: Psalm 13:5 – “But I trust in your unfailing love. I will rejoice because you have rescued me.”

 

Day 4: Psalm 92:1, 2 – “It is good to give thanks to the Lord, to sing praises to the Most High. It is good to proclaim your unfailing love in the morning, your faithfulness in the evening…”

 

Day 5: 1 Thessalonians 5:18 – “Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus.”

 

Day 6: Hebrews 12:28 – “Since we are receiving a Kingdom that is unshakable, let us be thankful and please God by worshiping him with holy fear and awe.”

 

Day 7: Philippians 4:6 – “Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘You Are Called to…’

 

Day 1: Proverbs 31:8, 9 - Speak – “Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves; ensure justice for those being crushed. Yes, speak up for the poor and helpless, and see that they get justice.”

 

Day 2: Isaiah 1:17 - Learn – “Learn to do good. Seek justice. Help the oppressed. Defend the cause of orphans. Fight for the rights of widows.”

 

Day 3: Micah 6:8 - Act – “No, O people, the Lord has told you what is good, and this is what he requires of you: to do what is right, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God.”

 

Day 4: Isaiah 58:6, 7 - Share – “No, this is the kind of fasting I want: Free those who are wrongly imprisoned; lighten the burden of those who work for you. Let the oppressed go free, and remove the chains that bind people. Share your food with the hungry, and give shelter to the homeless. Give clothes to those who need them, and do not hide from relatives who need your help.”

 

Day 5: Philippians 2:14, 15 - Lift Up – “Do everything without complaining and arguing, so that no one can criticize you. Live clean, innocent lives as children of God, shining like bright lights in a world full of crooked and perverse people.”

 

Day 6: Hebrews 12:1, 2 - Keep Going – “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a huge crowd of witnesses to the life of faith, let us strip off every weight that slows us down, especially the sin that so easily trips us up. And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us. We do this by keeping our eyes on Jesus, the champion who initiates and perfects our faith. Because of the joy[b] awaiting him, he endured the cross, disregarding its shame. Now he is seated in the place of honor beside God’s throne.”

 

Day 7: 1 Peter 2:9, 10 - Declare – “But you are not like that, for you are a chosen people. You are royal priests, a holy nation, God’s very own possession. As a result, you can show others the goodness of God, for he called you out of the darkness into his wonderful light. ‘Once you had no identity as a people; now you are God’s people. Once you received no mercy; now you have received God’s mercy.’”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Declare This… The Lord Will Fight For Me’

 

Day 1: Exodus 14:14 – “The Lord himself will fight for you. Just stay calm.”

 

Day 2: Deuteronomy 20:4 – “For the Lord your God is going with you! He will fight for you against your enemies, and he will give you victory!”

 

Day 3: Joshua 23:10 – “Each one of you will put to flight a thousand of the enemy, for the Lord your God fights for you, just as he has promised.”

 

Day 4: Deuteronomy 3:22 – “Do not be afraid of the nations there, for the Lord your God will fight for you.”

 

Day 5: Isaiah 59:19 – “In the west, people will respect the name of the Lord; in the east, they will glorify him. For he will come like a raging flood tide driven by the breath of the Lord.”

 

Day 6: Psalm 20:6 – “Now I know that the Lord rescues his anointed king. He will answer him from his holy heaven and rescue him by his great power.”

 

Day 7: Psalm 138:7 – “Though I am surrounded by troubles, you will protect me from the anger of my enemies. You reach out your hand, and the power of your right hand saves me.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Are You Putting God First?!’

 

Day 1: Matthew 6:33 – “Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.”

 

Day 2: Proverbs 3:6 – “Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take.”

 

Day 3: Galatians 2:20 – “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.”

 

Day 4: Ephesians 4:22-24 – “... throw off your old sinful nature and your former way of life, which is corrupted by lust and deception. Instead, let the Spirit renew your thoughts and attitudes. Put on your new nature, created to be like God - truly righteous and holy.”

 

Day 5: Malachi 3:10 – “‘Bring all the tithes into the storehouse so there will be enough food in my Temple. If you do,’ says the Lord of Heaven’s Armies, ‘I will open the windows of heaven for you. I will pour out a blessing so great you won’t have enough room to take it in! Try it! Put me to the test!’”

 

Day 6: Romans 8:5 – “Those who are dominated by the sinful nature think about sinful things, but those who are controlled by the Holy Spirit think about things that please the Spirit.”

 

Day 7: Psalm 37:4 – “Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you your heart’s desires.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Be Washed in His Mercy’

 

Day 1: 1 Peter 1:3, 4 – “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, and into an inheritance that can never perish, spoil or fade. This inheritance is kept in heaven for you...”

 

Day 2: Lamentations 3:22, 23 – “Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.”

 

Day 3: James 1:5 – “If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.”

 

Day 4: Psalm 73:25, 26 – “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.”

 

Day 5: Psalm 29:11 – “The Lord gives strength to his people; the Lord blesses his people with peace.”

 

Day 6: 2 Corinthians 9:8 – “And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work.”

 

Day 7: Psalm 103:1-5 – “Praise the Lord, my soul; all my inmost being, praise his holy name. Praise the Lord, my soul, and forget not all his benefits - who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases, who redeems your life from the pit and crowns you with love and compassion, who satisfies your desires with good things so that your youth is renewed like the eagle’s.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘You say… God Says’

 

Day 1: Matthew 11:28-30 - I’m Tired – “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”

 

Day 2: Proverbs 3:5, 6 - I Can’t Figure It Out – “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”

 

Day 3: Romans 8:1 - I Can’t Forgive Myself – “Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit who gives life has set you free from the law of sin and death.”

 

Day 4: 2 Timothy 1:7 - I Am Afraid – “For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.”

 

Day 5: 1 Corinthians 1:30 - I’m Not Smart Enough – “It is because of him that you are in Christ Jesus, who has become for us wisdom from God - that is, our righteousness, holiness and redemption.”

 

Day 6: 1 Peter 5:7 - I’m Always Worried – “Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.”

 

Day 7: Hebrews 13:5 - I Feel All Alone – “Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said, ‘Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.’”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Jesus Paid it All’

 

Day 1: Romans 6:23 – “For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.”

 

Day 2: Ephesians 1:7, 8 – “In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace that he lavished on us… ”

 

Day 3: 1 Peter 2:24 – “‘He himself bore our sins’ in his body on the cross, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness; ‘by his wounds you have been healed.’”

 

Day 4: 2 Corinthians 5:21 – “God made him who had no sin to be sin[a] for us, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.”

 

Day 5: Isaiah 53:5 – “But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed.”

 

Day 6: Acts 4:12 – “Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved.”

 

Day 7: John 3:16 – “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Chosen’

 

Day 1: 1 Peter 2:9 – “But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light.”

 

Day 2: Ephesians 1:3, 4 – “Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in the heavenly realms with every spiritual blessing in Christ. For he chose us in him before the creation of the world to be holy and blameless in his sight.”

 

Day 3: John 15:16 – “You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you so that you might go and bear fruit - fruit that will last - and so that whatever you ask in my name the Father will give you.”

 

Day 4: 2 Thessalonians 2:13, 14 – “But we ought always to thank God for you, brothers and sisters loved by the Lord, because God chose you as first fruits to be saved through the sanctifying work of the Spirit and through belief in the truth. He called you to this through our gospel, that you might share in the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ.”

 

Day 5: Romans 8:29, 30 – “For those God foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brothers and sisters. And those he predestined, he also called; those he called, he also justified; those he justified, he also glorified.”

 

Day 6: Colossians 3:12 – “Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.”

 

Day 7: 2 Timothy 1:8, 9 – “So do not be ashamed of the testimony about our Lord or of me his prisoner. Rather, join with me in suffering for the gospel, by the power of God. He has saved us and called us to a holy life - not because of anything we have done but because of his own purpose and grace. This grace was given us in Christ Jesus before the beginning of time…”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Rock Solid’

 

Day 1: 1 Corinthians 3:11 – “For no one can lay any foundation other than the one already laid, which is Jesus Christ.”

 

Day 2: Isaiah 33:6 – “He will be the sure foundation for your times, a rich store of salvation and wisdom and knowledge; the fear of the Lord is the key to this treasure.”

 

Day 3: 1 Peter 2:6 – “For in Scripture it says: ‘See, I lay a stone in Zion, a chosen and precious cornerstone, and the one who trusts in him will never be put to shame.’”

 

Day 4: Isaiah 28:16 – “So this is what the Sovereign Lord says: ‘See, I lay a stone in Zion, a tested stone, a precious cornerstone for a sure foundation; the one who relies on it will never be stricken with panic.’”

 

Day 5: Deuteronomy 32:4 – “He is the Rock, his works are perfect, and all his ways are just. A faithful God who does no wrong, upright and just is he.”

 

Day 6: Psalm 62:2 – “Truly he is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will never be shaken.”

 

Day 7: 2 Samuel 22:47 – “The Lord lives! Praise be to my Rock! Exalted be my God, the Rock, my Savior!”.

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Examination Timer’

 

Day 1: Psalm 139:24 – “See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting.”

 

Day 2: Psalm 26:2, 3 – “Test me, Lord, and try me, examine my heart and my mind; for I have always been mindful of your unfailing love and have lived in reliance on your faithfulness.”

 

Day 3: Jeremiah 17:9 – “The heart is deceitful above all things and beyond cure. Who can understand it?”

 

Day 4: Psalm 4:4 – “Tremble and do not sin; when you are on your beds, search your hearts and be silent.”

 

Day 5: Job 13:23 – “How many wrongs and sins have I committed? Show me my offense and my sin.”

 

Day 6: Galatians 6:1 – “Brothers and sisters, if someone is caught in a sin, you who live by the Spirit should restore that person gently. But watch yourselves, or you also may be tempted.”

 

Day 7: Lamentations 3:40 – “Let us examine our ways and test them, and let us return to the Lord.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Our Words Have Power’

 

Day 1: Proverbs 15:23 – “A person finds joy in giving an apt reply - and how good is a timely word!”

 

Day 2: Proverbs 18:20 – “From the fruit of their mouth a person’s stomach is filled; with the harvest of their lips they are satisfied.”

 

Day 3: Proverbs 12:18 – “The words of the reckless pierce like swords, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.”

 

Day 4: Proverbs 15:4 – “The soothing tongue is a tree of life, but a perverse tongue crushes the spirit.”

 

Day 5: Proverbs 10:21 – “The lips of the righteous nourish many, but fools die for lack of sense.”

 

Day 6: Proverbs 16:24 – “Gracious words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.”

 

Day 7: Psalm 141:3 – “Set a guard over my mouth, Lord; keep watch over the door of my lips.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘When Life Goes Sideways’

 

Day 1: Psalm 102:17 - PRAY – “He will respond to the prayer of the destitute; he will not despise their plea.”

 

Day 2: 1 John 5:14 - EXPECT – “This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us.”

 

Day 3: Mark 11:24 - BELIEVE – “Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.”

 

Day 4: Proverbs 3:5, 6 - TRUST – “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”

 

Day 5: Psalm 40:1-3 - WAIT – “I waited patiently for the Lord; he turned to me and heard my cry. He lifted me out of the slimy pit, out of the mud and mire; he set my feet on a rock and gave me a firm place to stand. He put a new song in my mouth, a hymn of praise to our God. Many will see and fear the Lord and put their trust in him.”

 

Day 6: Hebrews 12:28 - WORSHIP – “Therefore, since we are receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, let us be thankful, and so worship God acceptably with reverence and awe…”

 

Day 7: Psalm 100:1-5 - REJOICE – “Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth. Worship the Lord with gladness; come before him with joyful songs. Know that the Lord is God. It is he who made us, and we are his; we are his people, the sheep of his pasture. Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name. For the Lord is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Some Attributes of God’

 

Day 1: Isaiah 46:9, 10 - OMNISCIENT (All Knowing) – “Remember the former things, those of long ago; I am God, and there is no other; I am God, and there is none like me. I make known the end from the beginning, from ancient times, what is still to come. I say, ‘My purpose will stand, and I will do all that I please.’”

 

Day 2: Psalm 33:6 - OMNIPOTENT (All Powerful) – “By the word of the Lord the heavens were made, their starry host by the breath of his mouth.”

 

Day 3: Jeremiah 23:23, 24 - OMNIPRESENT (Everywhere) – “‘Am I only a God nearby,’ declares the Lord, ‘and not a God far away? Who can hide in secret places so that I cannot see them?’ declares the Lord. ‘Do not I fill heaven and earth?’ declares the Lord.”

 

Day 4: John 1:1-5 - SELF-SUFFICIENT – “That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, which we have seen with our eyes, which we have looked at and our hands have touched—this we proclaim concerning the Word of life. The life appeared; we have seen it and testify to it, and we proclaim to you the eternal life, which was with the Father and has appeared to us. We proclaim to you what we have seen and heard, so that you also may have fellowship with us. And our fellowship is with the Father and with his Son, Jesus Christ. We write this to make our joy complete. This is the message we have heard from him and declare to you: God is light; in him there is no darkness at all.”

 

Day 5: Colossians 1:17 - INFINITE (Self Existing) – “He is before all things, and in him all things hold together.”

 

Day 6: Romans 11:33 - ALL WISE – “Oh, the depth of the riches of the wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable his judgments, and his paths beyond tracing out!”

 

Day 7: Deuteronomy 7:9 - FAITHFUL – “Know therefore that the Lord your God is God; he is the faithful God, keeping his covenant of love to a thousand generations of those who love him and keep his commandments.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Only Believe’

 

Day 1: John 11:25, 26 – “Jesus said to her, ‘I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die. Do you believe this?’”

 

Day 2: Romans 10:9 – “If you declare with your mouth, ‘Jesus is Lord,’ and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.”

 

Day 3: Galatians 3:22 – “But Scripture has locked up everything under the control of sin, so that what was promised, being given through faith in Jesus Christ, might be given to those who believe.”

 

Day 4: Acts 13:38, 39 – “Therefore, my friends, I want you to know that through Jesus the forgiveness of sins is proclaimed to you. Through him everyone who believes is set free from every sin, a justification you were not able to obtain under the law of Moses.”

 

Day 5: Romans 10:4 – “Christ is the culmination of the law so that there may be righteousness for everyone who believes.”

 

Day 6: 1 John 5:5 – “Who is it that overcomes the world? Only the one who believes that Jesus is the Son of God.”

 

Day 7: John 1:12 – “Yet to all who did receive him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God…”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Truly Living’

 

Day 1: John 8:12 – “When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, ‘I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.’”

 

Day 2: 1 John 5:20 – “We know also that the Son of God has come and has given us understanding, so that we may know him who is true. And we are in him who is true by being in his Son Jesus Christ. He is the true God and eternal life.”

 

Day 3: 1 Peter 3:10, 11 – “Whoever would love life and see good days must keep their tongue from evil and their lips from deceitful speech. They must turn from evil and do good; they must seek peace and pursue it.”

 

Day 4: Proverbs 14:27 – “The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life, turning a person from the snares of death.”

 

Day 5: Psalm 121:7, 8 – “The Lord will keep you from all harm - he will watch over your life; the Lord will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore.”

 

Day 6: Psalm 23:1-3 – “The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he refreshes my soul. He guides me along the right paths for his name’s sake.”

 

Day 7: Colossians 3:23, 24 – “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Come Close to Me’

 

Day 1: James 4:8 – “Come near to God and he will come near to you. Wash your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded.”

 

Day 2: Isaiah 55:6, 7 – “Seek the Lord while he may be found; call on him while he is near. Let the wicked forsake their ways and the unrighteous their thoughts. Let them turn to the Lord, and he will have mercy on them, and to our God, for he will freely pardon.”

 

Day 3: Matthew 11:27, 28 – “All things have been committed to me by my Father. No one knows the Son except the Father, and no one knows the Father except the Son and those to whom the Son chooses to reveal him. Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”

 

Day 4: Hebrews 4:15, 16 – “For we do not have a high priest who is unable to empathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are - yet he did not sin. Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.”

 

Day 5: 2 Chronicles 7:14 – Then if my people who are called by my name will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sins and restore their land.

 

Day 6: 1 John 2:1, 2 – “My dear children, I write this to you so that you will not sin. But if anybody does sin, we have an advocate with the Father - Jesus Christ, the Righteous One. He is the atoning sacrifice for our sins, and not only for ours but also for the sins of the whole world.”

 

Day 7: Psalm 9:10 – “Those who know your name trust in you, for you, Lord, have never forsaken those who seek you.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Full Life’

 

Day 1: John 10:9, 10 – “I am the gate; whoever enters through me will be saved. They will come in and go out, and find pasture. The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.”

 

Day 2: Psalm 16:11 – “You make known to me the path of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand.”

 

Day 3: 1 Timothy 6:17-19 – “Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth, which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God, who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment. Command them to do good, to be rich in good deeds, and to be generous and willing to share. In this way they will lay up treasure for themselves as a firm foundation for the coming age, so that they may take hold of the life that is truly life.”

 

Day 4: 1 John 4:7-9 – “Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God. Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love. This is how God showed his love among us: He sent his one and only Son into the world that we might live through him.”

 

Day 5: Ephesians 3:17-20 – “... I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all the Lord’s holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, and to know this love that surpasses knowledge - that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God.”

 

Day 6: Psalm 5:11, 12 – “But let all who take refuge in you be glad; let them ever sing for joy. Spread your protection over them, that those who love your name may rejoice in you. Surely, Lord, you bless the righteous; you surround them with your favor as with a shield.”

 

Day 7: Isaiah 12:2, 3 – “Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. The Lord, the Lord himself, is my strength and my defense; he has become my salvation. With joy you will draw water from the wells of salvation.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘God Clearly Seen, Just Look’

 

Day 1: Job 12:7-10 – “But ask the animals, and they will teach you, or the birds in the sky, and they will tell you; or speak to the earth, and it will teach you, or let the fish in the sea inform you. Which of all these does not know that the hand of the Lord has done this? In his hand is the life of every creature and the breath of all mankind.”

 

Day 2: Psalm 95:4, 5 – “In his hand are the depths of the earth, and the mountain peaks belong to him. The sea is his, for he made it, and his hands formed the dry land.”

 

Day 3: Psalm 19:1 – “The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands.”

 

Day 4: Psalm 104:24, 25 – “How many are your works, Lord! In wisdom you made them all; the earth is full of your creatures. There is the sea, vast and spacious, teeming with creatures beyond number - living things both large and small.”

 

Day 5: Psalm 8:3, 4 – “When I consider your heavens, the work of your fingers, the moon and the stars, which you have set in place, what is mankind that you are mindful of them, human beings that you care for them?”

 

Day 6: Romans 1:20 – “For since the creation of the world God’s invisible qualities - his eternal power and divine nature - have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made, so that people are without excuse.”

 

Day 7: Nehemiah 9:6 – “You alone are the Lord. You made the heavens, even the highest heavens, and all their starry host, the earth and all that is on it, the seas and all that is in them. You give life to everything, and the multitudes of heaven worship you.”

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation 

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‘Good News in Tough Times’

 

Day 1: Exodus 15:2, 3 – “The Lord is my strength and my defense; he has become my salvation. He is my God, and I will praise him, my father’s God, and I will exalt him. The Lord is a warrior; the Lord is his name.”

 

Day 2: Psalm 9:9, 10 – “The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble. Those who know your name trust in you, for you, Lord, have never forsaken those who seek you.”

 

Day 3: Psalm 27:1, 2 – “The Lord is my light and my salvation - whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life - of whom shall I be afraid? When the wicked advance against me to devour me, it is my enemies and my foes who will stumble and fall.”

 

Day 4: Psalm 28:7, 8 – “The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and he helps me. My heart leaps for joy, and with my song I praise him. The Lord is the strength of his people, a fortress of salvation for his anointed one.”

 

Day 5: Psalm 32:7 – “You are my hiding place; you will protect me from trouble and surround me with songs of deliverance.”

 

Day 6: Psalm 62:1, 2 – “Truly my soul finds rest in God; my salvation comes from him. Truly he is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will never be shaken.”

 

Day 7: Hebrews 4:16 – “Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘A Healthy Heart Condition’

 

Day 1: Proverbs 3:3, 4 – “Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart. Then you will win favor and a good name in the sight of God and man.”

 

Day 2: Proverbs 27:19 – “As water reflects the face, so one’s life reflects the heart.”

 

Day 3: 1 Peter 3:3, 4 – “Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as elaborate hairstyles and the wearing of gold jewelry or fine clothes. Rather, it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God’s sight.”

 

Day 4: Proverbs 4:23 – “Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.”

 

Day 5: Proverbs 17:22 – “A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.”

 

Day 6: Proverbs 3:1, 2 – “My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your heart, for they will prolong your life many years and bring you peace and prosperity.”

 

Day 7: Proverbs 4:20-23 – “My son, pay attention to what I say; turn your ear to my words. Do not let them out of your sight, keep them within your heart; for they are life to those who find them and health to one’s whole body. Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘What Are You Chasing After?’

 

Day 1: Philippians 1:6 – “... being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.”

 

Day 2: Proverbs 21:21 – “Whoever pursues righteousness and love finds life, prosperity and honor.”

 

Day 3: 1 Timothy 6:11 – “But you, man of God, flee from all this, and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, endurance and gentleness.”

 

Day 4: Romans 14:19 – “Let us therefore make every effort to do what leads to peace and to mutual edification.”

 

Day 5: Proverbs 16:3 – “Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.”

 

Day 6: 1 Peter 3:10, 11 – “Whoever would love life and see good days must keep their tongue from evil and their lips from deceitful speech. They must turn from evil and do good; they must seek peace and pursue it.”

 

Day 7: Galatians 5:22, 23 – “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

 

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‘The World Gone Crazy… But’

 

Day 1: John 8:12 - WALK – “When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, ‘I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.’”

 

Day 2: 2 Peter 1:4 - PURPOSE – “Through these he has given us his very great and precious promises, so that through them you may participate in the divine nature, having escaped the corruption in the world caused by evil desires.”

 

Day 3: Romans 12:2 - FOCUS – “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.”

 

Day 4: Colossians 3:2 - DIRECTION – “Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.”

 

Day 5: Matthew 6:9, 10 - ANSWER – “This, then, is how you should pray: ‘Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.’”

 

Day 6: 1 John 4:4 - ASSURANCE – “You, dear children, are from God and have overcome them, because the one who is in you is greater than the one who is in the world.”

 

Day 7: 1 John 5:3, 4 - VICTORY – “... this is love for God: to keep his commands. And his commands are not burdensome, for everyone born of God overcomes the world. This is the victory that has overcome the world, even our faith.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘God’s Spirit in You’

 

Day 1: Ephesians 1:13, 14 – “And you also were included in Christ when you heard the message of truth, the gospel of your salvation. When you believed, you were marked in him with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit, who is a deposit guaranteeing our inheritance until the redemption of those who are God’s possession - to the praise of his glory.”

 

Day 2: John 14:26 – “But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you.”

 

Day 3: Romans 8:26 – “In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us through wordless groans.”

 

Day 4: 2 Corinthians 3:17, 18 – “Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. And we all, who with unveiled faces contemplate the Lord’s glory, are being transformed into his image with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit.”

 

Day 5: Galatians 5:22-23 – “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.”

 

Day 6: Romans 8:14-16 – “For those who are led by the Spirit of God are the children of God. The Spirit you received does not make you slaves, so that you live in fear again; rather, the Spirit you received brought about your adoption to sonship. And by him we cry, ‘Abba, Father.’ The Spirit himself testifies with our spirit that we are God’s children.”

 

Day 7: 2 Timothy 1:7 – “For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

 

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‘God’s Mandates for You’

 

Day 1: Romans 12:4-8 – “For just as each of us has one body with many members, and these members do not all have the same function, so in Christ we, though many, form one body, and each member belongs to all the others. We have different gifts, according to the grace given to each of us. If your gift is prophesying, then prophesy in accordance with your faith; if it is serving, then serve; if it is teaching, then teach; if it is to encourage, then give encouragement; if it is giving, then give generously; if it is to lead, do it diligently; if it is to show mercy, do it cheerfully.”

 

Day 2: Romans 10:9-10 – “If you declare with your mouth, ‘Jesus is Lord,’ and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved.”

Day 3: Galatians 5:13 – “You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the flesh; rather, serve one another humbly in love.”

 

Day 4: 2 Timothy 3:1-5 – “But mark this: There will be terrible times in the last days. People will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boastful, proud, abusive, disobedient to their parents, ungrateful, unholy, without love, unforgiving, slanderous, without self-control, brutal, not lovers of the good, treacherous, rash, conceited, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God - having a form of godliness but denying its power. Have nothing to do with such people.”

 

Day 5: Matthew 28:19, 20 – “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”

 

Day 6: Micah 6:8 – “He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.”

 

Day 7: Colossians 3:23,24 – “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

 

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‘Building Your Faith Through His Words’

 

Day 1: Romans 10:17 - Hear the Word – “Consequently, faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the word about Christ.”

 

Day 2: Psalm 119:103-105 - Meditate on the Word – “How sweet are your words to my taste, sweeter than honey to my mouth! I gain understanding from your precepts; therefore I hate every wrong path. Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.”

 

Day 3: 2 Peter 1:5-7 - Work on the Word – “For this very reason, make every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge; and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness; and to godliness, mutual affection; and to mutual affection, love.”

 

Day 4: James 1:2-4 - Grow in the Word – “Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.”

 

Day 5: 1 John 5:14, 15 - Confidence in the Word – “This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us. And if we know that he hears us – whatever we ask - we know that we have what we asked of him.”

 

Day 6: James 1:22-24 - Use the Word – “Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says. Anyone who listens to the word but does not do what it says is like someone who looks at his face in a mirror and, after looking at himself, goes away and immediately forgets what he looks like.”

 

Day 7: 1 Peter 3:15 - Share the Word – “But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect…”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

 

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‘God’s Power in Unity’

 

Day 1: 1 Corinthians 1:10 – “I appeal to you, brothers and sisters, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree with one another in what you say and that there be no divisions among you, but that you be perfectly united in mind and thought.”

 

Day 2: Ephesians 4:2-6 – “Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to one hope when you were called; one Lord, one faith, one baptism; one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all.”

 

Day 3: Romans 15:5-7 – “May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you the same attitude of mind toward each other that Christ Jesus had, so that with one mind and one voice you may glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. Accept one another, then, just as Christ accepted you, in order to bring praise to God.”

 

Day 4: Colossians 3:13, 14 – “Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.”

 

Day 5: Titus 3:9 – “But avoid foolish controversies and genealogies and arguments and quarrels about the law, because these are unprofitable and useless.”

 

Day 6: John 17:22, 23 – “I have given them the glory that you gave me, that they may be one as we are one - I in them and you in me - so that they may be brought to complete unity. Then the world will know that you sent me and have loved them even as you have loved me.”

 

Day 7: Philippians 2:1-4 – “Therefore if you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort from his love, if any common sharing in the Spirit, if any tenderness and compassion, then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and of one mind. Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Choose Your Words Wisely’

 

Day 1: Proverbs 18:4 – “The words of the mouth are deep waters, but the fountain of wisdom is a rushing stream.”

 

Day 2: Proverbs 25:18 – “Like a club or a sword or a sharp arrow is one who gives false testimony against a neighbor.”

 

Day 3: Luke 6:43-45 – “No good tree bears bad fruit, nor does a bad tree bear good fruit. Each tree is recognized by its own fruit. People do not pick figs from thornbushes, or grapes from briers. A good man brings good things out of the good stored up in his heart, and an evil man brings evil things out of the evil stored up in his heart. For the mouth speaks what the heart is full of.”

 

Day 4: Proverbs 17:18 – “One who has no sense shakes hands in pledge and puts up security for a neighbor.”

 

Day 5: Ephesians 4:19 – “Having lost all sensitivity, they have given themselves over to sensuality so as to indulge in every kind of impurity, and they are full of greed.”

 

Day 6: Proverbs 12:18 – “The words of the reckless pierce like swords, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.”

 

Day 7: James 1:26 – “Those who consider themselves religious and yet do not keep a tight rein on their tongues deceive themselves, and their religion is worthless.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation 

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‘You Are Fully Accepted’

 

Day 1: 1 Peter 2:9 – “But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light.”

 

Day 2: John 6:37-40 – “‘All those the Father gives me will come to me, and whoever comes to me I will never drive away. For I have come down from heaven not to do my will but to do the will of him who sent me. And this is the will of him who sent me, that I shall lose none of all those he has given me, but raise them up at the last day. For my Father’s will is that everyone who looks to the Son and believes in him shall have eternal life, and I will raise them up at the last day.’”

 

Day 3: 2 Peter 1:10, 11 – “Therefore, my brothers and sisters, make every effort to confirm your calling and election. For if you do these things, you will never stumble, and you will receive a rich welcome into the eternal kingdom of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.”

 

Day 4: Ephesians 1:3-6 – “Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in the heavenly realms with every spiritual blessing in Christ. For he chose us in him before the creation of the world to be holy and blameless in his sight. In love he predestined us for adoption to sonship through Jesus Christ, in accordance with his pleasure and will - to the praise of his glorious grace, which he has freely given us in the One he loves.”

 

Day 5: Colossians 1:21, 22 – “Once you were alienated from God and were enemies in your minds because of your evil behavior. But now he has reconciled you by Christ’s physical body through death to present you holy in his sight, without blemish and free from accusation.”

 

Day 6: 2 Corinthians 1:21, 22 – “Now it is God who makes both us and you stand firm in Christ. He anointed us, set his seal of ownership on us, and put his Spirit in our hearts as a deposit, guaranteeing what is to come.”

 

Day 7: Colossians 1:13, 14 – “For he has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of the Son he loves, in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation 

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‘God of Newness’

 

Day 1: Ezekiel 11:19 – “I will give them an undivided heart and put a new spirit in them; I will remove from them their heart of stone and give them a heart of flesh.”

 

Day 2: 2 Corinthians 5:17 – “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!”

 

Day 3: Ephesians 4:22-24 – “You were taught, with regard to your former way of life, to put off your old self, which is being corrupted by its deceitful desires; to be made new in the attitude of your minds; and to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness.”

Day 4: John 13:34, 35 – “‘A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.’”

 

Day 5: Lamentations 3:22-24 – “Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. I say to myself, ‘The Lord is my portion; therefore I will wait for him.’”

 

Day 6: Isaiah 43:19 – “See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.”

 

Day 7: Colossians 3:9, 10 – “Do not lie to each other, since you have taken off your old self with its practices and have put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge in the image of its Creator.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Receive His Joy’

 

Day 1: Luke 2:10, 11 – “But the angel said to them, ‘Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord.’”

 

Day 2: Galatians 5:22, 23 – “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.”

 

Day 3: Zephaniah 3:17 – “The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. He will take great delight in you; in his love he will no longer rebuke you, but will rejoice over you with singing.”

 

Day 4: Psalm 32:1, 2 – “Blessed is the one whose transgressions are forgiven, whose sins are covered. Blessed is the one whose sin the Lord does not count against them and in whose spirit is no deceit.”

 

Day 5: Romans 5:1, 2 – “Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we now stand. And we boast in the hope of the glory of God.”

 

Day 6: Isaiah 61:10 – “I delight greatly in the Lord; my soul rejoices in my God. For he has clothed me with garments of salvation and arrayed me in a robe of his righteousness, as a bridegroom adorns his head like a priest, and as a bride adorns herself with her jewels.”

 

Day 7: 1 Peter 1:8, 9 – “Though you have not seen him, you love him; and even though you do not see him now, you believe in him and are filled with an inexpressible and glorious joy, for you are receiving the end result of your faith, the salvation of your souls.”

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Need Comfort?’

 

Day 1: 2 Corinthians 1:3 – “Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort…”

 

Day 2: John 14:27 – “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.”

 

Day 3: Psalm 23:4 – “Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.”

 

Day 4: Psalm 119:76 – “May your unfailing love be my comfort, according to your promise to your servant.”

 

Day 5: Psalm 9:9-10 – “The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble. Those who know your name trust in you, for you, Lord, have never forsaken those who seek you.”

 

Day 6: Psalm 62:1-2 – “Truly my soul finds rest in God; my salvation comes from him. Truly he is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will never be shaken.”

 

Day 7: Matthew 11:28-30 – “‘Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.’”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation 

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‘Are You God’s Hands?’

 

Day 1: James 2:14-17 – “What good is it, my brothers and sisters, if someone claims to have faith but has no deeds? Can such faith save them? Suppose a brother or a sister is without clothes and daily food. If one of you says to them, “Go in peace; keep warm and well fed,” but does nothing about their physical needs, what good is it? In the same way, faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead.”

 

Day 2: Philippians 2:3, 4 – “Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others.”

 

Day 3: Romans 12:13 – “Share with the Lord’s people who are in need. Practice hospitality.”

 

Day 4: Proverbs 3:27, 28 – “Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due, when it is in your power to act. Do not say to your neighbor, ‘Come back tomorrow and I’ll give it to you’ - when you already have it with you.”

 

Day 5: 1 John 3:17, 18 – “If anyone has material possessions and sees a brother or sister in need but has no pity on them, how can the love of God be in that person? Dear children, let us not love with words or speech but with actions and in truth.”

 

Day 6: Luke 6:38 – “Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.”

 

Day 7: Proverbs 19:17 – “Whoever is kind to the poor lends to the Lord, and he will reward them for what they have done.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Have You Received God’s Gifts?’

 

Day 1: Romans 6:23 - SALVATION – “For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.”

 

Day 2: Ephesians 2:8 - GRACE – “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith - and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God - not by works, so that no one can boast.”

 

Day 3: Romans 8:38,39 - LOVE – “For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.”

 

Day 4: 1 Corinthians 12:28 - MINISTRY – “And God has placed in the church first of all apostles, second prophets, third teachers, then miracles, then gifts of healing, of helping, of guidance, and of different kinds of tongues.”

 

Day 5: 1 Peter 4:10, 11 - SERVICE – “Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms. If anyone speaks, they should do so as one who speaks the very words of God. If anyone serves, they should do so with the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be praised through Jesus Christ. To him be the glory and the power for ever and ever. Amen.”

 

Day 6: Acts 2:38 - TEACHER – “Peter replied, ‘Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.’”

 

Day 7: James 1:17 - ABUNDANCE – “Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation 

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‘Continued: God is...’

 

Day 1: Colossians 1:16 - CREATOR – “For in him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things have been created through him and for him.”

 

Day 2: 2 Corinthians 6:18 - FATHER – “‘I will be a Father to you, and you will be my sons and daughters,’ says the Lord Almighty.”

 

Day 3: John 15:14, 15 - FRIEND – “You are my friends if you do what I command. I no longer call you servants, because a servant does not know his master’s business. Instead, I have called you friends, for everything that I learned from my Father I have made known to you.”

 

Day 4: Psalm 46:1 - HELPER – “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.”

 

Day 5: Psalm 16:11 - JOY – “You make known to me the path of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand.”

 

Day 6: Psalm 28:7 - STRENGTH – “The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and he helps me. My heart leaps for joy, and with my song I praise him.”

 

Day 7: Psalm 103:1-5 - RESTORER – “Praise the Lord, my soul; all my inmost being, praise his holy name. Praise the Lord, my soul, and forget not all his benefits - who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases, who redeems your life from the pit and crowns you with love and compassion, who satisfies your desires with good things so that your youth is renewed like the eagle’s.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘God is...’

 

Day 1: Matthew 1:21 - SAVIOUR – “She will give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins.”

 

Day 2: Psalm 47:2 - KING – “For the Lord Most High is awesome, the great King over all the earth.”

 

Day 3: Psalm 91:9-11 - PROTECTOR – “If you say, ‘The Lord is my refuge,’ and you make the Most High your dwelling, no harm will overtake you, no disaster will come near your tent. For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways...”

 

Day 4: Psalm 40:17 - DELIVERER – “But as for me, I am poor and needy; may the Lord think of me. You are my help and my deliverer; you are my God, do not delay.”

 

Day 5: Philippians 4:7 - PEACE – “And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”

 

Day 6: Isaiah 46:4 - SUSTAINER – “Even to your old age and gray hairs I am he, I am he who will sustain you. I have made you and I will carry you; I will sustain you and I will rescue you.”

 

Day 7: 2 Corinthians 9:8 - BLESSER – “And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘How are You Dressed?’

 

Day 1: 2 Corinthians 5:17 – “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!”

 

Day 2: Ephesians 4:24 – “... put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness.”

 

Day 3: Colossians 3:12-14 – “Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.”

 

Day 4: Romans 13:14 – “Rather, clothe yourselves with the Lord Jesus Christ, and do not think about how to gratify the desires of the flesh.”

 

Day 5: Ezekiel 11:19 – “I will give them an undivided heart and put a new spirit in them; I will remove from them their heart of stone and give them a heart of flesh.”

 

Day 6: Ephesians 6:11-13 – “Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand.”

 

Day 7: 1 Peter 3:8, 9 – “Finally, all of you, be like-minded, be sympathetic, love one another, be compassionate and humble. Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult. On the contrary, repay evil with blessing, because to this you were called so that you may inherit a blessing.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation 

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‘God Will Fight for You’

 

Day 1: Deuteronomy 28:7 – “The Lord will grant that the enemies who rise up against you will be defeated before you. They will come at you from one direction but flee from you in seven.”

 

Day 2: Psalm 35:1, 2 – “Contend, Lord, with those who contend with me; fight against those who fight against me. Take up shield and armor; arise and come to my aid.”

 

Day 3: Jeremiah 1:19 – “‘They will fight against you but will not overcome you, for I am with you and will rescue you,’ declares the Lord.”

 

Day 4: Psalm 20:6 – “Now this I know: The Lord gives victory to his anointed. He answers him from his heavenly sanctuary with the victorious power of his right hand.”

 

Day 5: Exodus 14:14 – “The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still.”

 

Day 6: Deuteronomy 20:4 – “For the Lord your God is the one who goes with you to fight for you against your enemies to give you victory.”

 

Day 7: Psalm 34:15-19 – “The eyes of the Lord are on the righteous, and his ears are attentive to their cry; but the face of the Lord is against those who do evil, to blot out their name from the earth. The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears them; he delivers them from all their troubles. The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. The righteous person may have many troubles, but the Lord delivers him from them all…”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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 ‘Trust - Can You Say Yes and Amen’

 

Day 1: Isaiah 26:3-4 – “You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you. Trust in the Lord forever, for the Lord, the Lord himself, is the Rock eternal.”

 

Day 2: Psalm 9:9, 10 – “The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble. Those who know your name trust in you, for you, Lord, have never forsaken those who seek you.”

 

Day 3: Jeremiah 17:7 – “But blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence is in him.”

 

Day 4: Psalm 56:3, 4 – “When I am afraid, I put my trust in you. In God, whose word I praise - in God I trust and am not afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?”

 

Day 5: Psalm 33:20-22 – “We wait in hope for the Lord; he is our help and our shield. In him our hearts rejoice, for we trust in his holy name. May your unfailing love be with us, Lord, even as we put our hope in you.”

 

Day 6: Proverbs 29:25 – “Fear of man will prove to be a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is kept safe.”

 

Day 7: Psalm 28:7 – “The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and he helps me. My heart leaps for joy, and with my song I praise him.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Sure Cure for Heart Trouble’

 

Day 1: Psalm 51:10 – “Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me.”

 

Day 2: Psalm 73:26 – “My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.”

 

Day 3: Ezekiel 36:26 – “I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit in you; I will remove from you your heart of stone and give you a heart of flesh.”

 

Day 4: Proverbs 17:22 – “A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.”

 

Day 5: Proverbs 3:1, 2 – “My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your heart, for they will prolong your life many years and bring you peace and prosperity.”

 

Day 6: 1 Peter 3:3, 4 – “Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as elaborate hairstyles and the wearing of gold jewelry or fine clothes. Rather, it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God’s sight.”

 

Day 7: Philippians 4:7 – “And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘What God Desires From Us’

 

Day 1: Acts 16:31 - Believe in Him – “They replied, ‘Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved - you and your household.’”

 

Day 2: 2 Timothy 3:16, 17 - Get to know Him – “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.”

 

Day 3: Hebrews 10:24, 25 - Gather for Him – “And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another - and all the more as you see the Day approaching.”

Day 4: Philippians 2:14, 15 - Be thankful to Him – “Do everything without grumbling or arguing, so that you may become blameless and pure...”

 

Day 5: Matthew 6:33 - Look to Him, not things – “But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.”

 

Day 6: 1 Corinthians 13:4-8 - Love like He does – “Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails. But where there are prophecies, they will cease; where there are tongues, they will be stilled; where there is knowledge, it will pass away.”

 

Day 7: James 1:27 - Give yourself as He has – “Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress and to keep oneself from being polluted by the world.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Grow in Him’

 

Day 1: 1 Timothy 4:15 – “Be diligent in these matters; give yourself wholly to them, so that everyone may see your progress.”

 

Day 2: Colossians 1:9-11 – “... We continually ask God to fill you with the knowledge of his will through all the wisdom and understanding that the Spirit gives, so that you may live a life worthy of the Lord and please him in every way: bearing fruit in every good work, growing in the knowledge of God, being strengthened with all power according to his glorious might so that you may have great endurance and patience...”

 

Day 3: Philippians 1:9-11 – “And this is my prayer: that your love may abound more and more in knowledge and depth of insight, so that you may be able to discern what is best and may be pure and blameless for the day of Christ, filled with the fruit of righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ - to the glory and praise of God.”

 

Day 4: John 15:5 – “I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.”

 

Day 5: 1 Peter 2:1-3 – “Therefore, rid yourselves of all malice and all deceit, hypocrisy, envy, and slander of every kind. Like newborn babies, crave pure spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow up in your salvation, now that you have tasted that the Lord is good.”

 

Day 6: Colossians 2:6, 7 – “So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.”

 

Day 7: Philippians 1:6 – “... being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation 

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‘How to Have a Great Day - Worship’

 

Day 1: Isaiah 25:1 – “Lord, you are my God; I will exalt you and praise your name, for in perfect faithfulness you have done wonderful things, things planned long ago.”

 

Day 2: Exodus 23:25 – “Worship the Lord your God, and his blessing will be on your food and water.”

 

Day 3: 1 Chronicles 29:11 – “Yours, Lord, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the majesty and the splendor, for everything in heaven and earth is yours. Yours, Lord, is the kingdom; you are exalted as head over all.”

 

Day 4: Psalm 63:3, 4 – “Because your love is better than life, my lips will glorify you. I will praise you as long as I live, and in your name I will lift up my hands.”

 

Day 5: Psalm 16:2 – “I say to the Lord, ‘You are my Lord; apart from you I have no good thing.’”

 

Day 6: Psalm 59:16, 17 – “But I will sing of your strength, in the morning I will sing of your love; for you are my fortress, my refuge in times of trouble. You are my strength, I sing praise to you; you, God, are my fortress, my God on whom I can rely.”

 

Day 7: Romans 12:1, 2 – “Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God - this is your true and proper worship. Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is - his good, pleasing and perfect will.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation 

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‘Overcoming...’

 

Day 1: Psalm 34:5-8 - FEAR – “Those who look to him for help will be radiant with joy; no shadow of shame will darken their faces. In my desperation I prayed, and the  Lord listened; he saved me from all my troubles. For the angel of the Lord is a guard; he surrounds and defends all who fear him. Taste and see that the Lord is good. Oh, the joys of those who take refuge in him!”

 

Day 2: Psalm 37:7, 8 - ANGER – “Be still in the presence of the Lord, and wait patiently for him to act. Don’t worry about evil people who prosper or fret about their wicked schemes. Stop being angry! Turn from your rage! Do not lose your temper – it only leads to harm.”

 

Day 3: 1 Peter 5:6, 7 - DEPRESSION – “So humble yourselves under the mighty power of God, and at the right time he will lift you up in honor. Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you.”

 

Day 4: James 4:13-17 - PRIDE – “Look here, you who say, ‘Today or tomorrow we are going to a certain town and will stay there a year. We will do business there and make a profit.’ How do you know what your life will be like tomorrow? Your life is like the morning fog – it's here a little while, then it’s gone. What you ought to say is, ’If the Lord wants us to, we will live and do this or that.’ Otherwise you are boasting about your own pretentious plans, and all such boasting is evil. Remember, it is sin to know what you ought to do and then not do it.”

 

Day 5: Proverbs 23:17, 18 - JEALOUSY – “Don’t envy sinners, but always continue to fear the Lord. You will be rewarded for this; your hope will not be disappointed.”

 

Day 6: Galatians 6:9, 10 - WEARINESS – “So let’s not get tired of doing what is good. At just the right time we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don’t give up. Therefore, whenever we have the opportunity, we should do good to everyone – especially to those in the family of faith.”

 

Day 7: 1 John 5:3-5 - LIFE – “Loving God means keeping his commandments, and his commandments are not burdensome. For every child of God defeats this evil world, and we achieve this victory through our faith. And who can win this battle against the world? Only those who believe that Jesus is the Son of God.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation 

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‘How to Start Your Day’

 

Day 1: Psalm 118:24 – “This is the day the Lord has made. We will rejoice and be glad in it.”

 

Day 2: Psalm 5:3 – “Listen to my voice in the morning, Lord. Each morning I bring my requests to you and wait expectantly.”

 

Day 3: Psalm 143:8 – “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.”

 

Day 4: Psalm 51:10 – “Create in me a clean heart, O God. Renew a loyal spirit within me.”

 

Day 5: 2 Timothy 1:7 – “For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline.”

 

Day 6: Psalm 19:14 – “May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing to you, O Lord, my rock and my redeemer.”

 

Day 7: Isaiah 41:10 – “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.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Walk in Assurance... Psalm 119’

 

Day 1: vs 1, 2 - Walk in Happiness – “Joyful are people of integrity, who follow the instructions of the Lord. Joyful are those who obey his laws and search for him with all their hearts.”

 

Day 2: vs 6, 7 - Walk without Shame – “Then I will not be ashamed when I compare my life with your commands. As I learn your righteous regulations, I will thank you by living as I should!”

 

Day 3: vs 24 - Walk with Good Counsel – “Your laws please me; they give me wise advice.”

 

Day 4: vs 28 - Walk in Strength – “I weep with sorrow; encourage me by your word.”

 

Day 5: v 43 - Walk in a Sure Hope – “Do not snatch your word of truth from me, for your regulations are my only hope.”

 

Day 6: vs 89-91 - Walk in His Promises – “Your eternal word, O Lord, stands firm in heaven. Your faithfulness extends to every generation, as enduring as the earth you created. Your regulations remain true to this day, for everything serves your plans.”

 

Day 7: vs 98 - Walk in Wisdom – “Your commands make me wiser than my enemies, for they are my constant guide.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Our God is Mighty’

 

Day 1: Jeremiah 32:17 – “O Sovereign Lord! You made the heavens and earth by your strong hand and powerful arm. Nothing is too hard for you!”

 

Day 2: Isaiah 40:28 – “Have you never heard? Have you never understood? The Lord is the everlasting God, the Creator of all the earth. He never grows weak or weary. No one can measure the depths of his understanding.”

 

Day 3: Jeremiah 10:6 – “Lord, there is no one like you! For you are great, and your name is full of power.”

 

Day 4: Isaiah 44:24 – “This is what the Lord says – your Redeemer and Creator: ‘I am the Lord, who made all things. I alone stretched out the heavens. Who was with me when I made the earth?’”

 

Day 5: Psalm 66:7 – “For by his great power he rules forever. He watches every movement of the nations; let no rebel rise in defiance. Interlude”

 

Day 6: Daniel 4:3 – “How great are his signs, how powerful his wonders! His kingdom will last forever, his rule through all generations.”

 

Day 7: Ephesians 1:19-21 – “I also pray that you will understand the incredible greatness of God’s power for us who believe him. This is the same mighty power that raised Christ from the dead and seated him in the place of honor at God’s right hand in the heavenly realms. Now he is far above any ruler or authority or power or leader or anything else – not only in this world but also in the world to come.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Two Sides to Every Promise’

 

Day 1: Psalm 9:9, 10 - Trouble will come – God says – “The Lord is a shelter for the oppressed, a refuge in times of trouble. Those who know your name trust in you, for you, O Lord, do not abandon those who search for you.”

 

Day 2: 1 Peter 5:6, 7 - Anxiety will come – God says – “So humble yourselves under the mighty power of God, and at the right time he will lift you up in honor. Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you.”

 

Day 3: Psalm 34:4, 5 - Fear will come – God says – “I prayed to the Lord, and he answered me. He freed me from all my fears. Those who look to him for help will be radiant with joy; no shadow of shame will darken their faces.”

 

Day 4: Proverbs 4:20-22 - Health issues will come – God says – “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, for they bring life to those who find them, and healing to their whole body.”

 

Day 5: Psalm 27:13, 14 - Suffering will come – God says – “Yet I am confident I will see the Lord’s goodness while I am here in the land of the living. Wait patiently for the Lord. Be brave and courageous. Yes, wait patiently for the Lord.”

 

Day 6: 1 John 2:1 - Sin will come – God says – “My dear children, I am writing this to you so that you will not sin. But if anyone does sin, we have an advocate who pleads our case before the Father. He is Jesus Christ, the one who is truly righteous.”

 

Day 7: 2 Corinthians 12:9, 10 - Weakness will come – God says – “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. That’s why I take pleasure in my weaknesses, and in the insults, hardships, persecutions, and troubles that I suffer for Christ. For when I am weak, then I am strong.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Run Don’t Walk’

 

Day 1: Hebrews 4:16 – “So let us come boldly to the throne of our gracious God. There we will receive his mercy, and we will find grace to help us when we need it most.”

 

Day 2: Psalm 16:5, 6 – “Lord, you alone are my inheritance, my cup of blessing. You guard all that is mine. The land you have given me is a pleasant land. What a wonderful inheritance!”

 

Day 3: Isaiah 40:28, 29 – “Have you never heard? Have you never understood? The Lord is the everlasting God, the Creator of all the earth. He never grows weak or weary. No one can measure the depths of his understanding. He gives power to the weak and strength to the powerless.”

 

Day 4: Psalm 3:3-5 – “But you, O Lord, are a shield around me; you are my glory, the one who holds my head high. I cried out to the Lord, and he answered me from his holy mountain. Interlude. I lay down and slept, yet I woke up in safety, for the Lord was watching over me.”

 

Day 5: Psalm 37:39, 40 – “The Lord rescues the godly; he is their fortress in times of trouble. The Lord helps them, rescuing them from the wicked. He saves them, and they find shelter in him.”

 

Day 6: Matthew 6:31-33 – “So don’t worry about these things, saying, ‘What will we eat? What will we drink? What will we wear?’ These things dominate the thoughts of unbelievers, but your heavenly Father already knows all your needs. Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.”

 

Day 7: Psalm 91:4 – “He will cover you with his feathers. He will shelter you with his wings. His faithful promises are your armor and protection.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

 

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‘When You Pray, You Must Believe’

 

Day 1: 1 John 5:14, 15 – “And we are confident that he hears us whenever we ask for anything that pleases him. And since we know he hears us when we make our requests, we also know that he will give us what we ask for.”

 

Day 2: Mark 11:24 – “I tell you, you can pray for anything, and if you believe that you’ve received it, it will be yours.”

 

Day 3: Psalm 17:6 – “I am praying to you because I know you will answer, O God. Bend down and listen as I pray.”

 

Day 4: Matthew 7:11 – “So if you sinful people know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your heavenly Father give good gifts to those who ask him.”

 

Day 5: John 15:7 – “But if you remain in me and my words remain in you, you may ask for anything you want, and it will be granted!”

 

Day 6: Psalm 34:17 – “The Lord hears his people when they call to him for help. He rescues them from all their troubles.”

 

Day 7: Matthew 18:19, 20 – “'I also tell you this: If two of you agree here on earth concerning anything you ask, my Father in heaven will do it for you. For where two or three gather together as my followers, I am there among them.’”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

 

A DOUBLE MINDED PERSON SHOULD NOT EXPECT ANYTHING FROM GOD

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 ‘Why It’s Good to Surrender’

 

Day 1: Romans 6:16-18 – “Don’t you realize that you become the slave of whatever you choose to obey? You can be a slave to sin, which leads to death, or you can choose to obey God, which leads to righteous living. Thank God! Once you were slaves of sin, but now you wholeheartedly obey this teaching we have given you. Now you are free from your slavery to sin, and you have become slaves to righteous living.”

 

Day 2: Proverbs 16:3 – “Commit your actions to the Lord, and your plans will succeed.”

 

Day 3: Job 22:21-23 – “Submit to God, and you will have peace; then things will go well for you. Listen to his instructions, and store them in your heart. If you return to the Almighty, you will be restored – so clean up your life.”

 

Day 4: Joel 2:13 – “Don’t tear your clothing in your grief, but tear your hearts instead. Return to the Lord your God, for he is merciful and compassionate, slow to get angry and filled with unfailing love. He is eager to relent and not punish.”

 

Day 5: Hebrews 4:15, 16 – “This High Priest of ours understands our weaknesses, for he faced all of the same testings we do, yet he did not sin. So let us come boldly to the throne of our gracious God. There we will receive his mercy, and we will find grace to help us when we need it most.”

 

Day 6: Matthew 11:29, 30 – “’Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy to bear, and the burden I give you is light.’”

 

Day 7: 1 John 5:3, 4 – “Loving God means keeping his commandments, and his commandments are not burdensome. For every child of God defeats this evil world, and we achieve this victory through our faith.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘When You Are Hurting’

 

Day 1: Psalm 34:17, 18 – “The Lord hears his people when they call to him for help. He rescues them from all their troubles. The Lord is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those whose spirits are crushed.”

 

Day 2: Lamentations 3:22-25 – “The faithful love of the Lord never ends! His mercies never cease. Great is his faithfulness; his mercies begin afresh each morning. I say to myself, ‘The Lord is my inheritance; therefore, I will hope in him!’ The Lord is good to those who depend on him, to those who search for him.”

 

Day 3: Psalm 147:3 – “He heals the brokenhearted and bandages their wounds.”

 

Day 4: 2 Thessalonians 2:16, 17 – “Now may our Lord Jesus Christ himself and God our Father, who loved us and by his grace gave us eternal comfort and a wonderful hope, comfort you and strengthen you in every good thing you do and say.”

 

Day 5: Psalm 27:13, 14 – “Yet I am confident I will see the Lord’s goodness while I am here in the land of the living. Wait patiently for the Lord. Be brave and courageous. Yes, wait patiently for the Lord.”

 

Day 6: Job 5:11 – “He gives prosperity to the poor and protects those who suffer.”

 

Day 7: 2 Corinthians 1:3 – “All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. God is our merciful Father and the source of all comfort.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Take Out the Trash’

 

Day 1: Hebrews 12:1 – “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a huge crowd of witnesses to the life of faith, let us strip off every weight that slows us down, especially the sin that so easily trips us up. And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us.”

 

Day 2: Romans 13:13, 14 – “Because we belong to the day, we must live decent lives for all to see. Don’t participate in the darkness of wild parties and drunkenness, or in sexual promiscuity and immoral living, or in quarreling and jealousy. Instead, clothe yourself with the presence of the Lord Jesus Christ. And don’t let yourself think about ways to indulge your evil desires.”

 

Day 3: Philippians 2:12-15 – “Dear friends, you always followed my instructions when I was with you. And now that I am away, it is even more important. Work hard to show the results of your salvation, obeying God with deep reverence and fear. For God is working in you, giving you the desire and the power to do what pleases him. Do everything without complaining and arguing, so that no one can criticize you. Live clean, innocent lives as children of God, shining like bright lights in a world full of crooked and perverse people.”

 

Day 4: 1 Corinthians 6:19, 20 – “Don’t you realize that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit, who lives in you and was given to you by God? You do not belong to yourself, for God bought you with a high price. So you must honor God with your body.”

 

Day 5: Ephesians 5:14-17 – “... for the light makes everything visible. This is why it is said, ‘Awake, O sleeper, rise up from the dead, and Christ will give you light.’ So be careful how you live. Don’t live like fools, but like those who are wise. Make the most of every opportunity in these evil days. Don’t act thoughtlessly, but understand what the Lord wants you to do.”

 

Day 6: Proverbs 28:13 – “People who conceal their sins will not prosper, but if they confess and turn from them, they will receive mercy.”

 

Day 7: Philippians 4:8, 9 – “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. Keep putting into practice all you learned and received from me – everything you heard from me and saw me doing. Then the God of peace will be with you.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘When Everything Goes Wrong’

 

Day 1: 1 Peter 5:7 – “Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you.”

 

Day 2: Psalm 118:6-9 – “The Lord is for me, so I will have no fear. What can mere people do to me? Yes, the Lord is for me; he will help me. I will look in triumph at those who hate me. It is better to take refuge in the Lord than to trust in people. It is better to take refuge in the Lord than to trust in princes.”

 

Day 3: Romans 8:28 – “And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them.”

 

Day 4: Matthew 6:25 – “That is why I tell you not to worry about everyday life – whether you have enough food and drink, or enough clothes to wear. Isn’t life more than food, and your body more than clothing?”

 

Day 5: Philippians 4:6, 7 – “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.”

 

Day 6: Deuteronomy 31:6 – “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.”

 

Day 7: Isaiah 41:10 – “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.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Do You Like Guarantees? Here You Are...’

 

Day 1: 1 Peter 1:3, 4 – “All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. It is by his great mercy that we have been born again, because God raised Jesus Christ from the dead. Now we live with great expectation, and we have a priceless inheritance – an inheritance that is kept in heaven for you, pure and undefiled, beyond the reach of change and decay.”

 

Day 2: Psalm 103:17, 18 – “But the love of the Lord remains forever with those who fear him. His salvation extends to the children’s children of those who are faithful to his covenant, of those who obey his commandments!”

 

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

 

Day 4: Psalm 4:8 – “In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, O Lord, will keep me safe.”

 

Day 5: 2 Corinthians 9:8 – “And God will generously provide all you need. Then you will always have everything you need and plenty left over to share with others.”

 

Day 6: Psalm 84:11 – “For the Lord God is our sun and our shield. He gives us grace and glory. The Lord will withhold no good thing from those who do what is right.”

 

Day 7: Psalm 27:5 – “For he will conceal me there when troubles come; he will hide me in his sanctuary. He will place me out of reach on a high rock.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘God Loves You This Much’

 

Day 1: 1 John 3:1 – “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.”

 

Day 2: 1 John 4:9, 10 – “God showed how much he loved us by sending his one and only Son into the world so that we might have eternal life through him. 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.”

 

Day 3: Zephaniah 3:17 – “For the Lord your God is living among you. He is a mighty savior. He will take delight in you with gladness. With his love, he will calm all your fears. He will rejoice over you with joyful songs.”

 

Day 4: Jeremiah 31:3 – “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.’”

 

Day 5: Psalm 86:15 – “But you, O Lord, are a God of compassion and mercy, slow to get angry and filled with unfailing love and faithfulness.”

 

Day 6: Isaiah 54:10 – “’For the mountains may move and the hills disappear, but even then my faithful love for you will remain. My covenant of blessing will never be broken,’ says the Lord, who has mercy on you.”

 

Day 7: Deuteronomy 7:9 – “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.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Are You Willing to be Changed?’

 

Day 1: Romans 12:2 – “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.”

 

Day 2: Philippians 4:6, 7 – “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.”

 

Day 3: Philippians 2:13 – “For God is working in you, giving you the desire and the power to do what pleases him.”

 

Day 4: Psalm 32:8-10 – “The Lord says, ‘I will guide you along the best pathway for your life. I will advise you and watch over you. Do not be like a senseless horse or mule that needs a bit and bridle to keep it under control.’ Many sorrows come to the wicked, but unfailing love surrounds those who trust the Lord.”

 

Day 5: Galatians 2:19, 20 – “For when I tried to keep the law, it condemned me. So I died to the law – I stopped trying to meet all its requirements – so that I might live for God. 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.”

 

Day 6: Luke 9:23 – “Then he said to the crowd, ‘If any of you wants to be my follower, you must give up your own way, take up your cross daily, and follow me.’”

 

Day 7: Joshua 1:9 – “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.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘The Fear (Deep Reverence, in Awe) of the Lord’

 

Day 1: Proverbs 19:23 – “Fear of the Lord leads to life, bringing security and protection from harm.”

 

Day 2: Proverbs 22:4 – “True humility and fear of the Lord lead to riches, honor, and long life.”

 

Day 3: Psalm 103:11 – “For his unfailing love toward those who fear him is as great as the height of the heavens above the earth.”

 

Day 4: Psalm 115:11 – “All you who fear the Lord, trust the Lord! He is your helper and your shield.”

 

Day 5: Proverbs 14:26, 27 – “Those who fear the Lord are secure; he will be a refuge for their children. Fear of the Lord is a life-giving fountain; it offers escape from the snares of death.”

 

Day 6: Malachi 3:16, 17 – “Then those who feared the Lord spoke with each other, and the Lord listened to what they said. In his presence, a scroll of remembrance was written to record the names of those who feared him and always thought about the honor of his name. ‘They will be my people,’ says the Lord of Heaven’s Armies. ‘On the day when I act in judgment, they will be my own special treasure. I will spare them as a father spares an obedient child.’”

 

Day 7: Psalm 34:9 – “Fear the Lord, you his godly people, for those who fear him will have all they need.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Refreshing’

 

Day 1: Psalm 23:1-3 – “The Lord is my shepherd; I have all that I need. He lets me rest in green meadows; he leads me beside peaceful streams. He renews my strength. He guides me along right paths, bringing honor to his name.”

 

Day 2: Psalm 19:7 – “The instructions of the Lord are perfect, reviving the soul. The decrees of the Lord are trustworthy, making wise the simple. ”

 

Day 3: Acts 3:19 – “Now repent of your sins and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped away.”

 

Day 4: Jeremiah 31:25 – “For I have given rest to the weary and joy to the sorrowing.”

 

Day 5: Isaiah 40:31 – “But those who trust in the Lord will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint.”

 

Day 6: Matthew 11:28, 29 – “Then Jesus said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls.”

 

Day 7: Revelations 22:17 – “The Spirit and the bride say, 'Come.’ Let anyone who hears this say, ‘Come.’ Let anyone who is thirsty come. Let anyone who desires drink freely from the water of life.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

 

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‘Be Lifted Up’

 

Day 1: Isaiah 40:28-31 – “Have you never heard? Have you never understood? The Lord is the everlasting God, the Creator of all the earth. He never grows weak or weary. No one can measure the depths of his understanding. He gives power to the weak and strength to the powerless. Even youths will become weak and tired, and young men will fall in exhaustion. But those who trust in the Lord will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint.”

 

Day 2: Romans 8:38, 39 – “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. No power in the sky above or in the earth below – Indeed, nothing in all creation will ever be able to separate us from the love of God that is revealed in Christ Jesus our Lord.”

 

Day 3: Lamentations 3:22, 23 – “The faithful love of the Lord never ends! His mercies never cease. Great is his faithfulness; his mercies begin afresh each morning.”

 

Day 4: Ephesians 3:20, 21 – “Now all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think. Glory to him in the church and in Christ Jesus through all generations forever and ever! Amen.”

 

Day 5: 1 Peter 2:9 – “But you are not like that, for you are a chosen people. You are royal priests, a holy nation, God’s very own possession. As a result, you can show others the goodness of God, for he called you out of the darkness into his wonderful light.”

 

Day 6: Hebrews 10:19-23 – “And so, dear brothers and sisters, we can boldly enter heaven’s Most Holy Place because of the blood of Jesus. By his death, Jesus opened a new and life-giving way through the curtain into the Most Holy Place. And since we have a great High Priest who rules over God’s house, let us go right into the presence of God with sincere hearts fully trusting him. For our guilty consciences have been sprinkled with Christ’s blood to make us clean, and our bodies have been washed with pure water. Let us hold tightly without wavering to the hope we affirm, for God can be trusted to keep his promise.”

 

Day 7: 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 – “That is why we never give up. Though our bodies are dying, our spirits are being renewed every day. For our present troubles are small and won’t last very long. Yet they produce for us a glory that vastly outweighs them and will last forever! So we don’t look at the troubles we can see now; rather, we fix our gaze on things that cannot be seen. For the things we see now will soon be gone, but the things we cannot see will last forever.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘The Faithfulness of God’

 

Day 1: 1 John 1:9 – “But if we confess our sins to him, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all wickedness.”

 

Day 2: 1 Corinthians 10:13 – “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.”

 

Day 3: Hebrews 10:23 – “Let us hold tightly without wavering to the hope we affirm, for God can be trusted to keep his promise.”

 

Day 4: Number 23:19 – “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?”

 

Day 5: Lamentations 3:22, 23 – “The faithful love of the Lord never ends! His mercies never cease. Great is his faithfulness; his mercies begin afresh each morning.”

 

Day 6: Psalm 91:4 – “He will cover you with his feathers. He will shelter you with his wings. His faithful promises are your armor and protection.”

 

Day 7: 2 Thessalonians 3:3 – “But the Lord is faithful; he will strengthen you and guard you from the evil one.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Our God is Healer of Mind, Body, Spirit’

 

Day 1: Isaiah 53:4, 5 – “Yet it was our weaknesses he carried; it was our sorrows that weighed him down. And we thought his troubles were a punishment from God, a punishment for his own sins! But he was pierced for our rebellion, crushed for our sins. He was beaten so we could be whole. He was whipped so we could be healed.”

 

Day 2: Jeremiah 33:6 – “Nevertheless, the time will come when I will heal Jerusalem’s wounds and give it prosperity and true peace.”

 

Day 3: Proverbs 4:20-22 – “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, for they bring life to those who find them, and healing to their whole body.”

 

Day 4: Psalm 107:19-21 – “’Lord, help!’ they cried in their trouble, and he saved them from their distress. He sent out his word and healed them, snatching them from the door of death. Let them praise the Lord for his great love and for the wonderful things he has done for them.”

 

Day 5: Matthew 11:28-30 – “Then Jesus said, ‘Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy to bear, and the burden I give you is light.’”

 

Day 6: Psalm 41:2, 3 – “The Lord protects them and keeps them alive. He gives them prosperity in the land and rescues them from their enemies. The Lord nurses them when they are sick and restores them to health.”

 

Day 7: Psalm 103:2-4 – “Let all that I am praise the Lord; may I never forget the good things he does for me. He forgives all my sins and heals all my diseases. He redeems me from death and crowns me with love and tender mercies.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘Choose Wisely’

 

Day 1: Romans 2:6-8 – “He will judge everyone according to what they have done. He will give eternal life to those who keep on doing good, seeking after the glory and honor and immortality that God offers. But he will pour out his anger and wrath on those who live for themselves, who refuse to obey the truth and instead live lives of wickedness.”

 

Day 2: Proverbs 8:10 – “Choose my instruction rather than silver, and knowledge rather than pure gold.”

 

Day 3: Romans 13:1-3 – “A wise child accepts a parent’s discipline; a mocker refuses to listen to correction. Wise words will win you a good meal, but treacherous people have an appetite for violence. Those who control their tongue will have a long life; opening your mouth can ruin everything.”

 

Day 4: Galatians 6:7, 8 – “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.”

 

Day 5: Deuteronomy 30:19 – “Today I have given you the choice between life and death, between blessings and curses. Now I call on heaven and earth to witness the choice you make. Oh, that you would choose life, so that you and your descendants might live!”

 

Day 6: 1 Peter 5:5 – “In the same way, you who are younger must accept the authority of the elders. And all of you, dress yourselves in humility as you relate to one another, for ‘God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.’”

 

Day 7: Proverbs 12:15 – “Fools think their own way is right, but the wise listen to others.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘God of Mercy’

 

Day 1: 1 Peter 1:3 – “All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. It is by his great mercy that we have been born again, because God raised Jesus Christ from the dead. Now we live with great expectation.”

 

Day 2: Deuteronomy 7:9 – “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.”

 

Day 3: Exodus 34:6 – “The Lord passed in front of Moses, calling out, ‘Yahweh! The Lord! The God of compassion and mercy! I am slow to anger and filled with unfailing love and faithfulness.’”

 

Day 4: Psalm 145:9 – “The Lord is good to everyone. He showers compassion on all his creation.”

 

Day 5: Malachi 3:17 – “’They will be my people,’ says the Lord of Heaven’s Armies. ‘On the day when I act in judgment, they will be my own special treasure. I will spare them as a father spares an obedient child.’”

 

Day 6: Psalm 23:6 – “Surely your goodness and unfailing love will pursue me all the days of my life, and I will live in the house of the Lord forever.”

 

Day 7: Lamentations 3:22 – “The faithful love of the Lord never ends! His mercies never cease.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

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‘God is Able’

 

Day 1: 2 Corinthians 9:8 – “And God will generously provide all you need. Then you will always have everything you need and plenty left over to share with others.”

 

Day 2: Philippians 1:6 – “And I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue his work until it is finally finished on the day when Christ Jesus returns.”

 

Day 3: Jeremiah 32:17 – “O Sovereign Lord! You made the heavens and earth by your strong hand and powerful arm. Nothing is too hard for you!”

 

Day 4: Hebrews 7:25 – “Therefore he is able, once and forever, to save those who come to God through him. He lives forever to intercede with God on their behalf.”

 

Day 5: Jude 1:24, 25 – “Now all glory to God, who is able to keep you from falling away and will bring you with great joy into his glorious presence without a single fault. All glory to him who alone is God, our Savior through Jesus Christ our Lord. All glory, majesty, power, and authority are his before all time, and in the present, and beyond all time! Amen.”

 

Day 6: Romans 16:25-27 – “Now all glory to God, who is able to make you strong, just as my Good News says. This message about Jesus Christ has revealed his plan for you Gentiles, a plan kept secret from the beginning of time. But now as the prophets foretold and as the eternal God has commanded, this message is made known to all Gentiles everywhere, so that they too might believe and obey him. All glory to the only wise God, through Jesus Christ, forever. Amen.”

 

Day 7: Ephesians 3:20, 21 – “Now all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think. Glory to him in the church and in Christ Jesus through all generations forever and ever! Amen.”

 

** Verses taken from the New Living Translation

 

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‘Walk in God’s Total Forgiveness’

 

Day 1: Isaiah 55:7 – “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.”

 

Day 2: 1 John 2:1, 2 – “My dear children, I am writing this to you so that you will not sin. But if anyone does sin, we have an advocate who pleads our case before the Father. He is Jesus Christ, the one who is truly righteous. He himself is the sacrifice that atones for our sins – and not only our sins but the sins of all the world.”

 

Day 3: Colossians 1:13, 14 – “For he has rescued us from the kingdom of darkness and transferred us into the Kingdom of his dear Son, who purchased our freedom and forgave our sins.”

 

Day 4: 1 John 1:9 – “But if we confess our sins to him, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all wickedness.”

 

Day 5: Psalm 103:10-12 – “He does not punish us for all our sins; he does not deal harshly with us, as we deserve. For his unfailing love toward those who fear him is as great as the height of the heavens above the earth. He has removed our sins as far from us as the east is from the west.”

 

Day 6: Micah 7:18, 19 – “Where is another God like you, who pardons the guilt of the remnant, overlooking the sins of his special people? You will not stay angry with your people forever, because you delight in showing unfailing love. Once again you will have compassion on us. You will trample our sins under your feet and throw them into the depths of the ocean!”

 

Day 7: Acts 3:19 – “Now repent of your sins and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped away.”

 ** Verses taken from the New Living Translation 

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