Intentional trust

But when I am afraid, I will put my trust in you.

Psalms 56:3 NLT

God, when I’m afraid, I will put my trust in You. I will rely on You no matter what comes my way because You are my source of strength and safety. You guide me and fight for me. When I draw near to You, I have nothing to fear, because I know that You are in control—and You are all I need. So today, I intentionally choose to trust in You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Give it to God

Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you.

1 Peter 5:7 NLT

God, You know that I need You. I’m sorry for all the times I’ve pretended that I’m fine on my own. Please forgive me. Today, I come to You just as I am, and I give You all of my anxieties, cares, and worries. Please replace worry with peace, anxiety with hope, and concern with confident trust. I know that I am safe with You, and You can handle my problems. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Devoted to Prayer

Devote yourselves to prayer with an alert mind and a thankful heart.

Colossians 4:2 NLT

God, starting a new habit can be hard, but I want to dedicate time to pray with You each day. Help me to develop a discipline of prayer, offering You thanks for all that You are doing in the world. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Encourage each other

So encourage each other and build each other up, just as you are already doing.

1 Thessalonians 5:11 NLT

God, thank You for creating me as part of Your family. I am so grateful for the people in my life who have encouraged me. I pray that I can be an encouragement to others. Help me to be aware of those around me who are discouraged. Show me ways to spread Your love with others. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Honor God

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.

Isaiah 25:1 NLT

God, I want to use my time to give You honor and praise. You have done incredible things in my life and in the lives of those around me. One day, all people will know of Your power and glory. Until then, please help me to live in such a way that draws people to You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Love others

For the whole law can be summed up in this one command: “Love your neighbor as yourself.”

Galatians 5:14 NLT

Jesus, You showed me what love means when You sacrificed Yourself to save us. Please give me the boldness to love others like You have loved me. Make me aware of Your Holy Spirit, and show me what other people need. Allow me to meet the needs of others by loving them sacrificially. Amen.