Faith will find windows where others find walls.
As you pray today, ask God to strengthen your faith. Pay close attention as he opens windows of opportunity. The window that opens may not be the one you were expecting Him to open. Jump through anyway.
Constant Prayer. With all prayer and supplication, pray at every opportunity in the Spirit. To that end, be watchful with all perseverance and supplication for all the holy ones
Ephesians 6:18
God's infinite splendor would overwhelm us if He didn't give us samples of it in small morsels.
Pay special attention today to the small morsels of God's splendor that you may not have noticed before. As you encounter these, pause and take time to thank Him for these gifts.
To whom can you liken me as an equal? says the Holy One.
Isaiah 40:25
Well done is better than well said.
Remember that talk is cheap. Begin today acting on your Christian values and show others your faith by walking the walk of a good Christian life.
Children, let us love not in word or speech but in deed and truth. Confidence Before God.
1 John 3:18
We are like icebergs: 1/10 is seen, 9/10 is not seen.
Maybe unseen to the world, but God can see under the water. Make sure your actions today reflect your heart and soul, so that we look the same under the water as above it.
Oh, the depth of the riches and wisdom and knowledge of God! How inscrutable are his judgments and how unsearchable his ways!
Romans 11:33
The moment someone chooses to trust in Jesus Christ is the moment they can truly find piece of mind.
When you think about your relationship with God, you probably think of love, devotion, faith, etc. but do you think of trust? Do you truly trust in God? Find ways to strengthen your trust in God and you will discover a peace of mind that only God can provide.
The LORD is my strength and my shield, in whom my heart trusts. I am helped, so my heart rejoices; with my song I praise him.
Psalm 28:7
There is only one secure foundation: a genuine, deep relationship with Jesus Christ, which will carry you through any and all turmoil. No matter what storms are raging all around, you'll stand firm if you stand on His love.
Stand firm in your faith today. Build strength in your faith by exercising it by your actions and your words. If you find yourself slipping get down on your knees…
For no one can lay a foundation other than the one that is there, namely, Jesus Christ.
1 Corinthians 3:11
Respect what everyone you work with brings to the table.
Too often we take those who work with us for granted. All God's children are special. Treat them that way. Show them compassion and understanding and give them praise and encouragement. Most importantly, give them your respect.
Give honor to all, love the community, fear God, honor the king.
1 Peter 2:17
Sometimes we have the right to be angry, but no one wins if we're cruel.
Christ never said following Him would be easy. Whether you are dealing with a mean-spirited action, (or just a bad situation) remember what Christ went through for you. God loves you and He empathizes with your situation. So be angry if you must, but be strong and remember to focus on Christ, so you don't take your frustrations out on others.
The ill-tempered stir up strife, and the hotheaded cause many sins.
Proverbs 29:22
Everything happens for a reason. Never regret your past. Rather, embrace it as the teacher that it is.
Hardships are an inevitable part of life. When they occur, face them head on knowing that God is by your side. With Him, you can get through anything - and with an open mind, you can learn from the experience, making you stronger in life and in your faith.
Not only that, but we even boast of our afflictions, knowing that affliction produces endurance,
Romans 5:3
Jesus is the God whom we can approach without pride and before whom we can humble ourselves without despair.
Humble yourself before God today. When you pray, don't ask for anything. Think hard, confess your sins, ask for forgiveness, and listen. Then go out and serve Him.
Humble yourselves before the Lord and he will exalt you.
James 4:10
God has no religion.
Webster's defines Religion as a set of beliefs. Christ provided us with a set of universal teaching that transient all religions. He provided us with us simple commands – Love one another and go make disciples of all nations. Focus your actions on these commands.
He rose from supper and took off his outer garments. He took a towel and tied it around his waist.
John 13:4
One must not allow the clock and the calendar to blind him to the fact that each moment of life is a miracle - and a mystery.
Don't overlook life's many miracles today. Pause right now, utilize all five of your senses, and appreciate the many blessings God has provided you. Then say a simple prayer of thanks.
You went up to its lofty height; you took captives, received slaves as tribute, even rebels, for the LORD God to dwell.
Psalm 68:19
Believe, when you are most unhappy, that there is something for you to do in the world. So long as you can sweeten another's pain, life is not in vain. – Helen Keller
The quickest way to put a smile on your face is to put a smile on someone else's. Find someone who needs a helping hand and make today better for both of you.
He then said to him a second time, “Simon, son of John, do you love me?” He said to him, “Yes, Lord, you know that I love you.” He said to him, “Tend my sheep.”
John 21:16
Christ seldom makes offers without demands. He also seldom makes demands without offers. He offers His strength to enable us to meet His demands.
Demand more of yourself. Pray for God's strength today and then go out and put that new found strength to good use by helping others less blessed.
All the paths of the LORD are mercy and truth toward those who honor his covenant and decrees.
Psalms 25:10
Time and love are the most valuable possession you can share.
It's easy to say you love someone, but it's more meaningful to show your love by sharing your time with them. Spend a generous portion of your time with those you care about most. Demonstrate your love by truly listening to them and nourishing your relationship.
Consider this: whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows bountifully will also reap bountifully.
2 Corinthians 9:6
Take steps each day to be sure your life expresses commitment to Jesus.
Show others your strong faith through your actions. Let each step today be a step closer to God.
At the time for offering sacrifice, Elijah the prophet came forward and said, “LORD, God of Abraham, Isaac, and Israel, let it be known this day that you are God in Israel and that I am your servant and have done all these things at your command.
1 Kings 18:36
Have patience with all things, but chiefly have patience with yourself. Do not lose courage in considering your own imperfections, but instantly set about remedying them - every day begin the task anew.
Give yourself a break! None of us are perfect, but we have the perfect Lord to follow. He promised to be patient with you, now be patient with yourself while striving to be closer to Christ.
Therefore, from the day we heard this, we do not cease praying for you and asking that you may be filled with the knowledge of his will through all spiritual wisdom and understanding to live in a manner worthy of the Lord, so as to be fully pleasing, in every good work bearing fruit and growing in the knowledge of God, strengthened with every power, in accord with his glorious might, for all endurance and patience, with joy
Colossians 1:9-11
Do not wait; the time will never be "just right." Start where you stand, and work with whatever tools you may have at your command, and better tools will be found as you go along.
God has supplied you with the tools you need to serve Him. Take inventory of those tools and start using them. God will supply what you need to accomplish the task He has for you.
Whatever you do, do from the heart, as for the Lord and not for others,
Colossians 3:23
It is only when you have mastered the art of loving yourself that you can truly love others. It's only when you have opened your own heart that you can touch the hearts of others.
Have a healthy love of yourself and an open heart for others. Look to Jesus as a perfect example of selfless love. Follow His example today.
We have come to know and to believe in the love God has for us. God is love, and whoever remains in love remains in God and God in him.
1 John 4:16
Mind management is the essence of life management.
Fill your mind with God's Word and you will find your life easier to manage. Pick up your Bible and get your management advice from the Supreme Teacher.
But seek first the kingdom [of God] and his righteousness, and all these things will be given you besides.
Matthew 6:33
Solitude is the place of purification.
Take some quiet time today with the Lord. Just listen and thank Him for His many blessings. Let the solitude of your time spent with Him bring you peace and purification.
But when you pray, go to your inner room, close the door, and pray to your Father in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will repay you.
Matthew 6:6
By perseverance the snail reached the ark.
Obstacles in your daily journey are many. When you meet your next one, pause and ask God for the strength to persevere. Then, with His help, take the next step.
And let perseverance be perfect, so that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.
James 1:4