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Thankful for His Love

Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.—Colossians 3:15 (NIV)
Gratitude is a way of life, a positive approach to live every day that invites peace and joy. When you give thanks to God the Father, through Him you recognize His blessings and experience a life rooted in love. His Word dwells richly in you.
Lord, today as we celebrate Thanksgiving, thank You for my family, my loved ones and most of all for the blessing of Your abundant love.
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Trust Him with Your Worries

Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.—Matthew 6:34 (NIV)
Are you in the habit of worrying? Do you ponder worst-case scenarios even when things are going well? Reflect on how much time you are wasting on worry and how wonderful it would feel to let go of your fears. God’s Word assures us that He is in control. Ask Him for help in turning the situation over to Him. Lean on Him in times of stress. He is all-powerful and has everything under control.
Lord, I want to be worry-free. Help me to trust You with my future.
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Offer God’s Grace

I beg you that when I come I may not have to be as bold as I expect to be toward some people who think that we live by the standards of this world.—2 Corinthians 10:2 (NIV)
In the above verse, when the Apostle Paul heard that he was being judged, he refused to be compared to others. God’s grace saves you from needing to feel superior by judging and dismissing others’ life choices. The next time you feel tempted to judge someone, extend God’s grace instead.
Dear God, help me to remember that it’s not my role to measure others. Guide me to be understanding and accepting, compassionate and kind.
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From Trial to Triumph

You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives.—Genesis 50:20 (NIV)
Reflect on a moment in your life when trials became triumphs. It’s natural to feel upset or possibly forgotten by God when tragedy strikes. Instead of turning away from Him, turn toward Him. Trust that He has a purpose and plan.
Lord, I trust You wholeheartedly in times of abundance and in times of sorrow. I know Your plan is at work
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Be the Voice of Peace

A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.—Proverbs 15:1 (NIV)
Do you respond to anger with gentleness? The next time you face conflict, ask for God’s strength to stay calm—and to see the situation from all perspectives. Be the person who brings peace and kindness to demanding situations.
Heavenly Father, when faced with bitterness, help me to be the voice of peace.
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Your Work, His Plan

Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.—1 Corinthians 15:58 (NIV)
The purpose of prayer is to ask God to change your thoughts and heart to align with His plan. Ask for His help to have an ongoing fellowship to learn how you can serve Him. Know that nothing done for Him is ever wasted.
Lord, I will work for You! Help me to be strong and work enthusiastically, aligning my thoughts with Your plan.
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Fully Known

For now we see only a reflection as in a mirror; then we shall see face to face. Now I know in part; then I shall know fully, even as I am fully known.—1 Corinthians 13:12 (NIV)
Have you ever thought about the difference between doubt and unbelief? Unbelief is denying or rejecting belief. But doubt is being open to possibility and understanding that God doesn’t always allow us to see things fully, as the above verse beautifully describes. Are there areas where you are struggling to believe His Word? Keep asking for His help. In moments and seasons of doubt or unbelief, trust Him and know that one day you will know all things fully.
Heavenly Father, thank You for being patient with me and understanding my doubt and unbelief—even when I don’t.
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Be Merciful

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.—Luke 6:38 (NIV)
Reflect on the meaning of this verse: To the extent that you show mercy, mercy will be shown to you. Recall a recent time when you experienced God’s mercy. Thank Him for helping you, and ask Him to show you how you can be merciful to others.
Dear God, help me to see people with Your eyes, and guide me to show mercy to those around me.
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Find Rest in Him

Now when they saw the boldness of Peter and John, and perceived that they were uneducated, common men, they were astonished. And they recognized that they had been with Jesus.—Acts 4:13 (ESV)
Have you ever wondered why Jesus chose the men He did as His disciples? It’s not that they were religious scholars, it’s that they were common men, obedient and passionate, and willing to spend time with Him. As St. Augustine famously said, “You have made us for yourself, and our hearts are restless until they can find rest in you.”
Heavenly Father, I give You my heart! I long to spend time with You.
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Bless Our Veterans

Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.—Joshua 1:9 (NIV)
Today, as we honor Veterans Day, give thanks to all those who served our country. Pray and ask God to shower them with blessings, rewarding them for their service and sacrifice. May His peace rule in their hearts.
Lord, please watch over our veterans and bless them abundantly.
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He Will Always Bring You Home

What do you think? If a man owns a hundred sheep, and one of them wanders away, will he not leave the ninety-nine on the hills and go to look for the one that wandered off?—Matthew 18:12 (NIV)
God will never give up on you! Sometimes this truth is hard for us to truly take to heart and believe, but Jesus assures us in this parable that He will do anything to find you when you go astray. He will go to any lengths to bring you home.
Heavenly Father, thank You for never giving up on me! Help me to remember, every day, how much You love me.
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Fix Your Mind on God

I keep my eyes always on the Lord. With him at my right hand, I will not be shaken.—Psalm 16:8 (NIV)
When you need peace, say King David’s words from the above psalm. No matter what you are going through, God can bring you peace. He is your refuge, a tower of strength. When you are under stress, turn to Him and ask Him to keep your mind fixed on Him.
Lord, You are my Savior. With You at my right hand, I will not be shaken.
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Keep Moving

Therefore I do not run like someone running aimlessly…—1 CORINTHIANS 9:26 (NIV)

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I’m Just Fine

Anxiety weighs down the heart, but a kind word cheers it up.—PROVERBS 12:25 (NIV

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Take Care of Your Whole Self

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.—Romans 12:1 (NIV)

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Free Yourself from Sin

Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us.—Hebrews 12:1 (NIV)

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A Special Place in His Kingdom

“For if you remain silent at this time, relief and deliverance for the Jews will arise from another place, but you and your father’s family will perish.”—Esther 4:14 (NIV)

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Uniquely Blessed

Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect.—Matthe w 5:48 (NIV)

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Everything You Need

The Spirit alone gives eternal life. Human effort accomplishes nothing. And the very words I have spoken to you are spirit and life.—John 6:63 (NLT)

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Bring Joy to Others

In everything I did, I showed you that by this kind of hard work we must help the weak, remembering the words the Lord Jesus himself said: “It is more blessed to give than to receive.”—Acts 20:35 (NIV)

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Remove Obstacles

And it will be said: “Build up, build up, prepare the road! Remove the obstacles out of the way of my people.”—Isaiah 57:14 (NIV)

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Put Your Trust in Him

My suffering was good for me, for it taught me to pay attention to your decrees.—Psalm 119:71 (NLT)

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A Grateful Start

Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; because this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.—1 Thessalonians 5:16–18 (NIV)

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Overflowing with Thankfulness

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.—Colossians 2:6–7 (NIV)

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Glory to the Newborn King

The Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many.—Matthew 20:28 (AMP)

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Be the Light

“Believe in the light while you have the light, so that you may become children of light.” When he had finished
speaking, Jesus left and hid himself from them.—John 12:36 (NIV)

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Accept One Another

For the entire law is fulfilled in keeping this one command: “Love your neighbor as yourself.”—Galatians 5:14 (NIV)

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A Village

This is my commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you.—John 15:12 (ESV)

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Four-Legged Love

Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times and in every way.—2 Thessalonians 3:16 (NIV)

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With a Song in My Heart

My heart, O God, is steadfast; I will sing and make music with all my soul.—Psalm 108:1 (NIV)

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