My Redeemer Lives

“But as for me, I know that my Redeemer lives, and he will stand upon the earth at last.

Job 19:25 NLT

Jesus, I believe You are alive. I believe You are ever present. I believe You are working in the world around me. I believe that no matter what circumstances I face, You are good. I believe You weep, mourn, and rejoice with Your children. I believe You are my God and my Redeemer. And I believe You are making all things new. So come what may, I will place my hope in You. Amen.

God's instruction

The Lord says, “I will guide you along the best pathway for your life. I will advise you and watch over you.

Psalms 32:8 NLT

God, please instruct and teach me as I seek to live a life that honors You. I ask that You will guide me into my calling, and lovingly correct my mistakes. Thank You for being the One I can always confide in, and for loving me as I am. You are a good God, and I am grateful for You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Peace and Rest

Why am I discouraged? Why is my heart so sad? I will put my hope in God! I will praise him again— my Savior and my God!

Psalms 42:11 NLT

God, it’s easy for me to worry about circumstances in my life. Each day, help me to remember that You are always in control. Today, I’m trusting in Your provision, protection, and plans for me. Because I know You care about every need and desire I have—I know I can rest. Give me peace as I give You control of my life. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

God's promises

Let us hold tightly without wavering to the hope we affirm, for God can be trusted to keep his promise.

Hebrews 10:23 NLT

God, I am holding tightly to my hope in You. I trust that You are faithful and I believe that You will always fulfill Your promises. Thank You for promising to bring justice to unjust situations. Thank You for promising to fulfill Your plans for my life. Thank You for promising to return to Your people. You are faithful, Lord—and I will trust You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Freedom

For the Lord is the Spirit, and wherever the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom.

2 Corinthians 3:17 NLT

Jesus, thank You for sending Your Spirit to be with us at all times. Because You are with me today, I know I can have freedom in every area of my life. Holy Spirit, help me to break loose from anything that’s holding me back. Only You can define who I am—and because of You I am no longer restricted by painful things in my life. Amen.

God's provision

And God will generously provide all you need. Then you will always have everything you need and plenty left over to share with others.

2 Corinthians 9:8 NLT

God, I’m in awe of Your love for those who follow You. You choose to protect us, care for us, and provide for us—just as a loving Father should. You see the needs I have today—and I trust that You will not only provide for me, but You will bless me abundantly so that I can be a blessing to others. Thank You for being a good Father. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

A child is born

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.

Isaiah 9:6 NLT

Jesus, thank You for choosing a life on earth with us—for teaching us how to live lives that honor God, but also showing us how to confidently challenge the world around us. Thank You for being my Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and the Prince of Peace. You are my everything, Lord. Amen.

Thank you Lord

And she will have a son, and you are to name him Jesus, for he will save his people from their sins.”

Matthew 1:21 NLT

Jesus, thank You for Your life on earth—for the time You spent teaching us, loving us, and suffering on our behalf. I’m grateful You made a way for us to have an eternal relationship with You. You are my everything—I’m happy to be Yours. Amen.

The Word became flesh

So the Word became human and made his home among us. He was full of unfailing love and faithfulness. And we have seen his glory, the glory of the Father’s one and only Son.

John 1:14 NLT

God, I sometimes struggle to give myself grace. It can be hard to forgive myself for things that I’ve done, but I know that You have forgiven me. And because You have forgiven me, I can forgive myself. I also sometimes struggle to understand Your truth. As I grow closer to You, help me to also draw near to Your truth. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Love God, Love People

Your love for one another will prove to the world that you are my disciples.”

John 13:35 NLT

God, thank You for being the perfect example of love. In a world that is filled with hatred, I want to choose to love others like You. Sometimes it’s hard to love those who have hurt or wronged me. In those moments, I ask that You will give me the strength to choose love. And I pray that because of this, others will know that I belong to You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Light of the world

“You are the light of the world—like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden.

Matthew 5:14 NLT

God, I am honored to represent You here on earth. Each day, help me to live a life that is pleasing to You. Please inspire every action, word, and thought I have, and use them to draw others to You. I am Your servant—allow my life to be a light in the darkness. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Be the light

The people who walk in darkness will see a great light. For those who live in a land of deep darkness, a light will shine.

Isaiah 9:2 NLT

Jesus, thank You for being the light of the world, and for giving us hope for an eternal relationship and life with You. Thank You for allowing us to represent You on earth, and for giving us the Holy Spirit to help us live a life that honors You. Each day, help us to be a light in the darkness and draw others closer to You. Amen.

Love like Jesus

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.

1 John 4:7 NLT

Jesus, thank You for loving Your people—for teaching us how to live a God-honoring life and sacrificing Yourself so we could live eternally with You. Even though it can be challenging, I want to love those around me because You love me. Each day, remind me of Your love for me and encourage me to love those who may be hard to love. Amen.

Thank God for His Son

All right then, the Lord himself will give you the sign. Look! The virgin will conceive a child! She will give birth to a son and will call him Immanuel (which means ‘God is with us’).

Isaiah 7:14 NLT

God, thank You for always fulfilling Your promises. Today, I thank You for fulfilling Your most special promise—sending Your Son, Jesus, to live and die on earth as a man. Because of Him—I can learn to live a God-honoring life and spend eternity with You. I’m forever filled with joy and gratitude for Your goodness. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Wisdom

Those who are wise will shine as bright as the sky, and those who lead many to righteousness will shine like the stars forever.

Daniel 12:3 NLT

God, thank You for sharing Your wisdom with those who seek it. As I grow closer to You, help me to think more like You. Today, I invite You into my decision-making. Help me to make wise decisions. Show me how to handle challenging situations well. Allow Your love to inspire my actions and words. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Always joyful

Always be full of joy in the Lord. I say it again—rejoice!

Philippians 4:4 NLT

God, I will choose to worship You in all circumstances because I know You are always good. Sometimes it’s hard to focus on Your goodness in painful situations, but I trust in Your control and find joy in Your promises. Thank You for always being near me. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Joy in hard times

Those who plant in tears will harvest with shouts of joy.

Psalms 126:5 NLT

God, I know I will sometimes face painful things, but I find peace and joy in knowing You are with me. I am grateful that Your promises are good and my future is in Your hands. I can rejoice knowing You are with me in hard times, and I’m believing You will use my circumstances for Your glory and my good. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Use me Lord

It is the same with my word. I send it out, and it always produces fruit. It will accomplish all I want it to, and it will prosper everywhere I send it.

Isaiah 55:11 NLT

God, thank You for allowing me to be a part of Your great story. Everywhere I go, help me to see opportunities to love others and share Your goodness. Give me the courage to bring Your light to places that are dark. I want to serve You, and I’ll follow You wherever You call me. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Joyful Praise

Come, everyone! Clap your hands! Shout to God with joyful praise!

Psalms 47:1 NLT

God, You are worthy of all my praise. I’m grateful that no matter what my circumstances are, I can be joyful because I know that You are good. Thank You for loving me despite the mistakes I’ve made, and for being close to me at all times. I love You, Lord. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Live for Jesus

All who declare that Jesus is the Son of God have God living in them, and they live in God.

1 John 4:15 NLT

Jesus, I believe You are the Son of God. Thank You for allowing me to not only serve You, but have a close relationship with You. I am constantly in awe of Your goodness and Your love for Your people. Help me each day to live a life that honors You and draws others closer to You. Amen.

Be transformed

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.

Romans 12:2 NLT

God, I want every aspect of my life to be honoring to You. Sometimes my thoughts get set on things that don’t honor You. Help me each day to renew my mind—to replace negative thinking with thoughts that are good and pleasing to You. Help me to focus on Your truth in every moment. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Seek God First

Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.

Matthew 6:33 NLT

God, thank You for loving me and pursuing a relationship with me. You are everything to me and I want to seek You first each day. Please be a part of every decision, every thought, every word, and every action I have. My life is Yours. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Strong and Courageous

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.”

Deuteronomy 31:6 NLT

God, I trust that You are always with me. Even when I’m experiencing challenging circumstances, I can find peace in knowing You are close. With You, I can be strong and courageous. Thank You for being my guide and protector. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Let us worship

Come, let us worship and bow down. Let us kneel before the Lord our maker, for he is our God. We are the people he watches over, the flock under his care. If only you would listen to his voice today!

Psalms 95:6‭-‬7 NLT

God, I am honored to be Yours, and I’m grateful that when You created the universe—You thought of me and decided to give me life. Each day, I’m in awe of Your goodness, power, and love for Your people. Thank You for sending Your only Son to the cross so I could have a relationship with You. I love You, Lord. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

The Light of the World

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.”

John 8:12 NLT

Jesus, thank You for guiding me through the darkness of life. When I have to face challenging things, I know that with You—I have nothing to fear. You are with me and for me. So give me opportunities to guide others to You. Help me to be a light to those who don’t know You. Amen.

Saved by grace

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.

Ephesians 2:8‭-‬9 NLT

God, I am in awe of Your love for me. Thank You for allowing me to have a relationship with You and for always meeting me where I am. Please remind me that I don’t have to perform to earn Your favor—I am worthy just as I am because You make me worthy. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

All praise to God

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,

1 Peter 1:3 NLT

Jesus, I praise You for Your goodness! Thank You for being merciful to me–for allowing me to have a relationship with You even though I don’t deserve it. I know I no longer have to fear death because You have given me hope. I love You, Lord. Amen.

Hope in the Lord

I am counting on the Lord; yes, I am counting on him. I have put my hope in his word.

Psalms 130:5 NLT

God, it can be hard to wait sometimes. But even when I wait, I know You are with me. Thank You for always going before me—for preparing my future before I get there. Any control I feel as though I have, I give it to You. Thank You for being the One I can rely on and for comforting me as I wait. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Be generous with what God gives you

But when you give to someone in need, don’t let your left hand know what your right hand is doing.

Matthew 6:3 NLT

God, thank You for being my provider and for caring about my needs. Everything I have is because of Your goodness and provision, and I want to use what I have to bless others. Give me opportunities each day to be generous with what You’ve given me. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Faith is

Faith shows the reality of what we hope for; it is the evidence of things we cannot see.

Hebrews 11:1 NLT

God, even when my circumstances are challenging—I know You are good. When everything seems to be going wrong—I trust that You are working everything for good. I have faith in Your plans and Your love for me. Thank You for being the One I can count on. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Clear the way for the Lord

Listen! It’s the voice of someone shouting, “Clear the way through the wilderness for the Lord! Make a straight highway through the wasteland for our God!

Isaiah 40:3 NLT

God, the world is so desperate to know You, and I want to give others the opportunity to experience Your love. Guide me to those who are open to You and please give me the courage to share my experience with You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

The Lord bless you and protect you

“ ‘ “The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace.” ’

Numbers 6:24‭-‬26 NIV

God, thank You for blessing me and for always keeping me near You. Thank You for looking upon me with delight and love. Thank You for showing me mercy. Thank You for seeing me through every challenge and bringing me peace. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Doing good to others

Therefore, whenever we have the opportunity, we should do good to everyone—especially to those in the family of faith.

Galatians 6:10 NLT

God, thank You for giving me opportunities to do good to others every day. Help me to act on those opportunities—even when I don’t feel like it. Give me the endurance to serve, the strength to always be kind, and the courage to pray bold prayers on behalf of others. Make me more like You each day. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

I give thanks to the Lord

I will praise you, Lord, with all my heart; I will tell of all the marvelous things you have done.

Psalms 9:1 NLT

God, sometimes my circumstances are challenging—but I know there are so many things to be grateful for. I’m thankful that You’ve given me life and an opportunity to have a relationship with You. Thank You for always caring for me—even in life’s hardest moments. I love you, Lord. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

God is good

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.

Psalms 23:6 NLT

God, thank You for always being good. Sometimes I worry, but I know that with You I am safe and protected. So please help me to notice the ways in which You lead me each day so that I can live a life that honors Your will. Thank You for loving me and for giving me the opportunity to have a relationship with You. I give my future to You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Search with all your heart

Joyful are those who obey his laws and search for him with all their hearts.

Psalms 119:2 NLT

God, I want to seek You with all my heart. You are my everything—so let my actions match my words. Each day, help me to draw closer to You. Guide me through each decision I make, and inspire me with new dreams and pursuits. I want to honor You in all that I do. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Good News for all

And then he told them, “Go into all the world and preach the Good News to everyone.

Mark 16:15 NLT

Jesus, I want to share the Gospel with the world. Each day, help me to be an example of Your love to a world who doesn’t know You. Guide me to those who need to experience Your goodness, and draw others closer to You through my words and actions. Amen.

Thankful in everything

Come into his city with songs of thanksgiving and into his courtyards with songs of praise. Thank him and praise his name.

Psalms 100:4 NCV

God, I’m so grateful I have the opportunity to have a relationship with You. Thank You for not only blessing me with Your presence, but for wanting good things for me. I’m honored to serve You, Lord. I pray that all I do will bring glory and honor to You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Love at all times

Friends love through all kinds of weather, and families stick together in all kinds of trouble.

God, thank You that I don’t have to go through life alone. I’m grateful You created us to depend on one another and share our life experiences with others. Community is Your design, and I pray that I won’t take it for granted. Help me to love and serve my friends well. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Thanking God

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.

James 1:17 NLT

God, I believe that every good and perfect thing is from You. Thank You for not only wanting good things for me, but for also loving me. I’m grateful for every blessing You’ve placed in my life, and I choose to focus my mind on these things. I love You, Lord. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Love and live generously

“To you who are ready for the truth, I say this: Love your enemies. Let them bring out the best in you, not the worst. When someone gives you a hard time, respond with the energies of prayer for that person. If someone slaps you in the face, stand there and take it. If someone grabs your shirt, giftwrap your best coat and make a present of it. If someone takes unfair advantage of you, use the occasion to practice the servant life. No more tit-for-tat stuff. Live generously.

Luke 6:27‭-‬30 MSG

God, it can be difficult to love those who have mistreated me, but I know You love them—so I want to love them too. Encourage me to pray for those I am too hurt to be around. Give me the courage to go out of my way and to be kind to those who are unkind. And provide me with the strength I need to forgive them. You are the Judge—not me—and I am just as unworthy of Your love. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Keep God’s Commands

Those who know my commands and obey them are the ones who love me, and my Father will love those who love me. I will love them and will show myself to them.”

John 14:21 NCV

God, I love You—and because I love You, I want to keep Your commands. Help me each day to become more like You. Help me to serve and love others when it’s hard, and give me the discipline to keep my thoughts on You. I devote my life to You—use me for Your glory. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Bring people to God

All nations will come to your light; mighty kings will come to see your radiance.

Isaiah 60:3 NLT

God, I am honored to be Your servant. Thank You for being a good King—for loving Your people and wanting what’s best for them. I want to share Your love with the world. Use me to spread the Gospel and bring people to You—and please give me the courage and endurance to do so. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

A Generous Heart

Make sure you don’t take things for granted and go slack in working for the common good; share what you have with others. God takes particular pleasure in acts of worship—a different kind of “sacrifice”—that take place in kitchen and workplace and on the streets.

Hebrews 13:16 MSG

God, thank You for caring for the needs of Your people. You give me everything I need—everything I have is Yours. So please use me and what I have to fulfill the needs of others. Even when it feels hard to be generous, please help me to be willing to give my time, money, and possessions for the good of others. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Focus on God

Think about the things of heaven, not the things of earth.

Colossians 3:2 NLT

God, thank You for all of the wonderful things You’ve done in my life. Sometimes when my circumstances are hard, I can forget about Your goodness. In those moments, help me to trust Your goodness and love for me. Help me to keep my focus on You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Use your talents to serve others

Each of you has received a gift to use to serve others. Be good servants of God’s various gifts of grace.

1 Peter 4:10 NCV

God, thank You for uniquely creating me to serve You. I want to use the gifts You’ve given me to bless You and Your people. I want to be a faithful manager of all that You entrust to me. So please show me how to use my talents to serve others and glorify Your holy name. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

God freed me

God met me more than halfway, he freed me from my anxious fears. Look at him; give him your warmest smile. Never hide your feelings from him.

Psalm 34:4‭-‬5 MSG

God, sometimes, it’s hard for me to turn to You when I’m afraid, but I trust that You will answer me when I seek You. I know You hear my anxious thoughts—I give them to You. Please give me peace in return, and help me to trust Your control. No matter what happens in my life, I trust that You and Your plans are good. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Loving others

Most important of all, continue to show deep love for each other, for love covers a multitude of sins.

1 Peter 4:8 NLT

God, sometimes it’s hard to love others. But even when people are unkind, I want to choose to love them because You love them. Encourage me to love others even when it’s challenging, and give me opportunities each day to go out of my way to show Your love to everyone I encounter. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Peace in all Circumstances

You, Lord, give true peace to those who depend on you, because they trust you.

Isaiah 26:3 NCV

God, thank You for promising to bring me peace. During worrying circumstances, help me to continue to keep my mind on You and Your good promises. Because I trust in Your control, I know I don’t have to be anxious about anything. Please remind me every day of this truth. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

The Lord's instructions

The instructions of the Lord are perfect, reviving the soul. The decrees of the Lord are trustworthy, making wise the simple.

Psalms 19:7 NLT

God, I trust that Your law is perfect. I may not always understand Your ways, but I know You care about my well-being and You have my best interest in mind. Encourage me each day to stay within the boundaries You have set for me, and help me to remember that You know more than I do—You are God and I am not. In Jesus’ name, Amen.