God never gives up on us - March 10, 2021

He cuts off every branch of mine that doesn’t produce fruit, and he prunes the branches that do bear fruit so they will produce even more.

John 15:2 NLT

God, thank You for never giving up on us. I recognize that our relationship with You is an active one: we both participate in our spiritual growth. Please help us to make wise decisions that honor You and help us grow. And when You discipline us, help us to see Your pruning as beneficial to our character, and to continue to worship You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Thank You for giving us Your Holy Spirit - March 9, 2021

But when the Father sends the Advocate as my representative—that is, the Holy Spirit—he will teach you everything and will remind you of everything I have told you.

John 14:26 NLT

God, thank You for giving us Your Holy Spirit. I am so grateful that we have access to You at any time, and that You instruct us in Your ways. Knowing that we don’t have to be confused or overwhelmed—it so wonderful that we can rely on Your Spirit to guide and encourage us. Thank You. This is a gift that we don’t deserve, but I am so grateful for Your constant presence in our lives. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

God Holds the Key - March 5, 2021

“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.

John 5:24 NLT

Jesus, You alone hold the key to eternal life. Please show us how to live in a manner that glorifies You. Help us to pay attention to Your words, to apply them to our lives, and to never stop believing in You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Live Generously - March 3, 2021

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. ”

Luke 6:38 NLT

Jesus, thank You for showing me what it means for us to live generously when You gave everything up for us. Please give us the courage to exhibit generosity because I know You’ll take care of each of us. Everything we have is a gift from You, so please help all of us to be a blessing to others by giving generously. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Help Us Abound In Love - March 2, 2021

I pray that your love will overflow more and more, and that you will keep on growing in knowledge and understanding. For I want you to understand what really matters, so that you may live pure and blameless lives until the day of Christ’s return.

Philippians 1:9‭-‬10 NLT

God, please help us to abound in love today. Keep us motivated and centered on You. I want us all to truly be able to discern what Your will is. So please keep us focused on You alone. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Raised to New Life - March 1, 2021

Since you have been raised to new life with Christ, set your sights on the realities of heaven, where Christ sits in the place of honor at God’s right hand.

Colossians 3:1 NLT

Jesus, please help us to pursue what matters most to You. Keep our thoughts fixed on You so that my words and actions reflect only You. I want people to see life from Your perspective so that way we all can glorify You through how we live our lives. In Your name, Amen.