For the New Year

‭‭Matthew‬ ‭24:14‬ ‭NLT‬‬

And the Good News about the Kingdom will be preached throughout the whole world, so that all nations will hear it; and then the end will come.

Lord, I stand in awe of Your wisdom and grace, for You have made everything beautiful in its perfect time. As I reflect on my past and look ahead to an unknown future, I know that I can trust You to lead me. Help me to hold on to the promise that, regardless of my past or what the future holds, I can believe that You are always at work—from beginning to end. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Glorify God

‭‭Psalms‬ ‭103:19‬ ‭NLT‬‬

The Lord has made the heavens his throne; from there he rules over everything.

God, I’m in awe of Your goodness and power each day. I’m amazed by Your love for me and the beauty of Your creation. Thank You for being King overall—for protecting those You love, creating good things, and keeping Your promises. I love You, Lord. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Humble as a child

‭‭Matthew‬ ‭18:2‭-‬4‬ ‭NLT‬‬

Jesus called a little child to him and put the child among them. Then he said, “I tell you the truth, unless you turn from your sins and become like little children, you will never get into the Kingdom of Heaven. So anyone who becomes as humble as this little child is the greatest in the Kingdom of Heaven.

God, You are strong and faithful. Thank You for strengthening me through Your Spirit, even when I am weary and tired. Help me never give up but to continue to follow after You regardless of my circumstances. In Jesus Name, Amen

Do Good to Others

‭‭Galatians‬ ‭6:10‬ ‭NLT‬‬

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

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.

Trusting God through the pain

‭‭Psalms‬ ‭73:26‬ ‭NLT‬‬

My health may fail, and my spirit may grow weak, but God remains the strength of my heart; he is mine forever.

God, thank you for being faithful to me every day. Even in the midst of suffering, pain, and sickness, You have sustained me and kept me. Although things don't always go how I might like, I praise you in the midst of my circumstances. Please help me grow in my awareness of your sustaining presence, and continue to praise you daily. In Jesus Name, Amen.

Honoring the poor

‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭19:17‬ ‭NLT‬‬

If you help the poor, you are lending to the Lord— and he will repay you!

God, Thank You for giving me the greatest gift imaginable—salvation through Jesus Christ. Help me to cultivate a heart of giving and helping those who are in need. Open my eyes to see opportunities to share Your love with those who do not know You. In Jesus Name, Amen.

Jesus saves us

‭Matthew‬ ‭1:21‬ ‭NLT‬

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

God, today we come before You with hearts full of gratitude and awe. We reflect on the powerful and matchless name of Jesus. Thank You for sending Jesus, the ultimate sacrifice, to save us from our sins. May His selfless act inspire us to live lives of gratitude and purpose. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

Celebrating Jesus' Arrival

‭‭Luke‬ ‭2:13‭-‬14‬ ‭NLT‬‬

Suddenly, the angel was joined by a vast host of others—the armies of heaven—praising God and saying, “Glory to God in highest heaven, and peace on earth to those with whom God is pleased.”

God, we thank You today for the gift of Jesus Christ. We thank You for the royal announcement of the shepherds that You remained true to your promises to send the Savior to redeem us. Thank you for the gift of new life that came through Jesus. Just like the shepherds announced Jesus's arrival, help me tell others about the good news of Jesus Christ this Christmas. In Jesus name, Amen.

For a child is born to us

‭Isaiah‬ ‭9:6‬ ‭NLT‬

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.

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

Immanuel

‭Isaiah‬ ‭7:14‬ ‭NLT‬

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’).

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

Worthy of our praise

‭Psalms‬ ‭100:2‬ ‭NLT‬

Worship the Lord with gladness. Come before him, singing with joy.

God, You make all things beautiful. You bring beauty out of ugly situations, and You can turn mourning into joy. No matter what comes my way, I will choose to worship You with gladness—because You are worthy of my worship. I will view my pain as an opportunity to find fulfillment in You and my blessings as opportunities to praise You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

God's glory

‭1 Chronicles‬ ‭16:10‬ ‭NLT‬

Exult in his holy name; rejoice, you who worship the Lord.

God, I praise you today because of your glory. You are more wonderful and magnificent than I could ever imagine. Thank you for loving me and calling me Your own. Even though sometimes I wander and go astray, You are faithful to keep me in your hands. Lord, help me to be in awe of Your beauty and continually seek You. In Jesus name, Amen.

Joy

‭Psalms‬ ‭47:1‬ ‭NLT‬

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

God, You are worthy of all my praise. I’m grateful that no matter my circumstances, I can be joyful because I know 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.

My Strength and Shield

‭Psalms‬ ‭28:7‬ ‭NLT‬

The Lord is my strength and shield. I trust him with all my heart. He helps me, and my heart is filled with joy. I burst out in songs of thanksgiving.

God, thank You for being my strength and my shield. I trust You because I know You will always be there for me. I can rejoice each day knowing that You are good, and I praise You because You love me. Thank You for being my Savior. Amen.

Joy & Peace

‭Romans‬ ‭15:13‬ ‭NLT‬

I pray that God, the source of hope, will fill you completely with joy and peace because you trust in him. Then you will overflow with confident hope through the power of the Holy Spirit.

Father God, please fill me with joy and peace because I trust in You. And if I start to feel overwhelmed, hopeless, confused, or fearful—remind me that You are near. Please make me aware of Your presence. Fill me up, God, so that way I might overflow with confident hope, regardless of what comes my way. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Love others well

‭John‬ ‭13:35‬ ‭NLT‬

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

God, thank You for being the perfect example of love. In a world filled with hatred, I want to choose to love others like You. Sometimes, loving those who have hurt or wronged me is hard. In those moments, I ask that You 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.

Honor God with your life

‭Colossians‬ ‭3:17‬ ‭NLT‬

And whatever you do or say, do it as a representative of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks through him to God the Father.

God, with everything I do, I want to honor You. You have given me my life and all that I have. You inspire me with ideas, words, and actions. Help me to humble myself and not take credit for what You’ve done in my life. Thank You for wanting me to play a part in Your plans. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Keep God’s Commands

‭John‬ ‭14:21‬ ‭NLT‬

Those who accept my commandments and obey them are the ones who love me. And because they love me, my Father will love them. And I will love them and reveal myself to each of them.”

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.

Honor the Creator

‭‭Psalms‬ ‭95:6‭-‬7‬ ‭NLT‬‬

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!

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 Son of God

‭1 John‬ ‭4:15‬ ‭NLT‬

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

Jesus, I believe You are the Son of God. Thank You for allowing me to serve You and have a close relationship with You. I am constantly in awe of Your goodness and love for Your people. Help me each day to live a life that honors You and draws others closer to You. Amen.

Trust

‭Matthew‬ ‭6:25‬ ‭NLT‬

“That is why I tell you not to worry about everyday life—whether you have enough food and drink, or enough clothes to wear. Isn’t life more than food, and your body more than clothing?

God, You know what I need and what I want. And regardless of what my current situation is—I believe that You are enough for me. Your provision is enough for me. Your love is enough for me. Your will is enough for me. So today, I surrender my concerns for the future and my current worries. I will pursue You and trust that You will take care of me. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Sharing the Good News

‭Isaiah‬ ‭40:3‬ ‭NLT‬

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!

God, the world is desperate to know You, and I want to allow others 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.

‭‭1 Corinthians‬ ‭13:13‬ ‭NIV‬‬

And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.

God, You created faith, hope, and love. And it is because You loved me first that I can love others. During this season of Advent, increase my ability to show faith, hope, and love to everyone around me for Your glory. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Hope in God

‭Psalms‬ ‭147:11‬ ‭NLT‬

No, the Lord’s delight is in those who fear him, those who put their hope in his unfailing love.

God, I want to honor You. But too often, I fear people more than I love You. You are greater than any situation or person. You alone are worthy of my devotion. So please help me to put You first in everything I think and do. Remove any distractions or fears that keep me from staying focused on You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

God's promises

‭Hebrews‬ ‭10:23‬ ‭NLT‬

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

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.

Be like Jesus

‭1 Peter‬ ‭3:15‬ ‭NLT‬

Instead, you must worship Christ as Lord of your life. And if someone asks about your hope as a believer, always be ready to explain it.

Jesus, make me more like You. Please remove any behaviors or thought patterns that don’t reflect Your character or heart for people. Make me bold, brave, and courageous—but keep me humble, kind, and gentle. Let the way I live reflect Your hope and love. And when the opportunity arises, help me to share my faith with genuine joy. Amen.

Be strong and courageous

‭Deuteronomy‬ ‭31:6‬ ‭NLT‬

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.”

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.

Thankful for God's grace

‭Ephesians‬ ‭2:8‭-‬9‬ ‭NLT‬

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.

God, I am in awe of Your love for me. Thank You for allowing me to have a relationship with You and 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.

Forgiveness

‭Matthew‬ ‭6:14‬ ‭NLT‬

“If you forgive those who sin against you, your heavenly Father will forgive you.

‭God, sometimes I have a hard time forgiving others—I’m sorry. You always give me grace when I mess up, and I want to extend that same grace to others. Help me to be quick to forgive others because You are quick to forgive me. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Joyful

‭‭Psalms‬ ‭119:2‬ ‭NLT‬‬

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

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, and inspire me with new dreams and pursuits. I want to honor You in all that I do. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Every good thing

‭‭James‬ ‭1:17‬ ‭NLT‬‬

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.

God, I believe that every good and perfect thing is from You. Thank You for not only wanting good things for me but also for 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.

Generosity

‭‭2 Corinthians‬ ‭9:7‬ ‭NIV‬‬

Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.

God, thank You for all the blessings You have given me. I want to live a life that honors You and is generous with what I have. Guide me to opportunities where I can fulfill others’ needs with my time, my energy, and my finances. Help me to serve those around me with a generous heart—a heart that reflects Your nature. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Use your gifts and talents to glorify God

‭‭1 Peter‬ ‭4:10‬ ‭NLT‬‬

God has given each of you a gift from his great variety of spiritual gifts. Use them well to serve one another.

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’ve entrusted to me. So please show me how to use my talents to serve others and glorify Your holy name. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

God’s Perfect Love

‭‭1 John‬ ‭4:18‬ ‭NLT‬‬

Such love has no fear, because perfect love expels all fear. If we are afraid, it is for fear of punishment, and this shows that we have not fully experienced his perfect love.

Jesus, thank You for Your perfect love. Because You are more than enough for me, I know I have nothing to fear. Thank You for reassuring me of Your love each day. I know my love is not perfect, and I sometimes make mistakes—but I know Your love for me does not depend on what I can do. Help me to love You and others better each day. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Thankful for God's Blessings

‭‭Luke‬ ‭15:7‬ ‭NLT‬‬

In the same way, there is more joy in heaven over one lost sinner who repents and returns to God than over ninety-nine others who are righteous and haven’t strayed away!

God, thank You for blessing me and 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.

let Jesus fill your life

‭‭Colossians‬ ‭3:16‬ ‭NLT‬‬

Let the message about Christ, in all its richness, fill your lives. Teach and counsel each other with all the wisdom he gives. Sing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs to God with thankful hearts.

Jesus, thank You for Your life on earth. Thank You for giving us access to Your wisdom, guidance, and teachings. As Your followers go through life together, help us to encourage and remind each other of Your Word. Thank You for giving us the opportunity to worship and praise You together. Amen.

Praise and thanks

‭Psalms‬ ‭107:1‬ ‭TPT‬

Let everyone give all their praise and thanks to the Lord! Here’s why—he’s better than anyone could ever imagine. Yes, he’s always loving and kind, and his faithful love never ends.

Gracious and loving God, we come before You with hearts filled with gratitude. Your steadfast love endures forever, and we are reminded today to give thanks to You, for You are good. In moments of joy and times of trial, Your love remains unwavering. Today, we celebrate your goodness and faithfulness in our lives.

Pray Continuously

‭‭1 Thessalonians‬ ‭5:16‭-‬18‬ ‭NLT‬‬

Always be joyful. Never stop praying. Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus.

God, I am so grateful that at this very moment—I am talking to You. Thank You for making it possible for me to have conversations with You. And thank You for inviting me to come just as I am before You. Today, please keep my thoughts focused on You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

‭‭Psalms‬ ‭23:6‬ ‭NLT‬‬

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.

Lord, help me to dwell in the awareness of Your goodness and mercy each day. May I be a vessel of Your love to others. Open my eyes to recognize Your leading in every circumstance, and teach me to follow after You. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Living by the Holy Spirit

‭‭Galatians‬ ‭5:25‬ ‭NLT‬‬

Since we are living by the Spirit, let us follow the Spirit’s leading in every part of our lives.

God, thank You for giving me Your Holy Spirit and for making a way for me to live by Your Spirit. You are so kind to bless me with Your presence. I don’t want to take that for granted. So, starting today, please teach me how to live in step with You. Give me confidence, boldness, and discernment as I seek to follow You wholeheartedly. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Thank you Lord for Your Word

‭‭Matthew‬ ‭10:39‬ ‭NLT‬‬

If you cling to your life, you will lose it; but if you give up your life for me, you will find it.

God, You give us Scripture so that we can know You better. Your Word is not meant to be a list of instructions but a way of life that leads to You. The more time we spend in the Bible, the more deeply we know Your character and nature. Thank you for revealing Yourself to us in this way. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

In times of waiting

‭‭Matthew‬ ‭16:24‬ ‭NLT‬‬

Then Jesus said to his disciples, “If any of you wants to be my follower, you must give up your own way, take up your cross, and follow me.

God, thank you for being present and with me, even now. Although sometimes it feels like I'm still waiting on what's next, I know You have a good plan for my life. Thank you for being never too far away for me to run to you or ask for help. Help me to continue to follow after you faithfully. In Jesus Name, Amen.

Give me eyes to see

‭‭1 Corinthians‬ ‭2:9‬ ‭NLT‬‬

That is what the Scriptures mean when they say, “No eye has seen, no ear has heard, and no mind has imagined what God has prepared for those who love him.”

God, I can not even conceive the expanse of Your love or the unique plan You have for my life. Please fill me with Your wisdom and understanding. Give me eyes to see people the way You see them- with love and compassion. In Jesus' name, Amen.

The peace of Christ

‭‭Colossians‬ ‭3:15‬ ‭NLT‬‬

And let the peace that comes from Christ rule in your hearts. For as members of one body you are called to live in peace. And always be thankful.

God, in the midst of everything that is happening in my life and in this world, I ask for Your peace to rule in my heart and life. Thank You for making Your unwavering peace available to me. Come into every area of my life and be the focus of my mind, heart, and actions. Let me find comfort and rest in your presence. In Jesus Name, Amen.

The master physician

‭‭Psalms‬ ‭147:3‬ ‭NLT‬‬

He heals the brokenhearted and bandages their wounds.

Heavenly Father, You know that whether it's a broken relationship, shattered expectations, the loss of a loved one, or loss of a dream brokenness hurts. God, You are the master physician that we can bring our brokenness to. Father, we ask for Your healing. In Jesus Name, Amen 

Be teachable

‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭10:17‬ ‭NLT‬‬

People who accept discipline are on the pathway to life, but those who ignore correction will go astray.

God, give me a teachable heart and fill me with humility. I don't want my pride to lead others astray. Place people in my life who will help guide and correct me using Your Word. Please show me how to accept correction and have a teachable spirit. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Guide us Lord

‭Psalms‬ ‭25:5‬ ‭TPT‬

Escort me into your truth; take me by the hand and teach me. For you are the God of my salvation; I have wrapped my heart into yours all day long!

Heavenly Father, I come before you acknowledging my need for Your guidance. Guide me in Your truth, O Lord, and teach me Your ways. I place my hope in You, trusting that You are the source of all wisdom and that You give wisdom generously to all who ask. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

Breakthrough

‭2 Corinthians‬ ‭3:17‬ ‭NLT‬

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

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 break loose from anything 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.

Truth in love

‭1 John‬ ‭3:18‬ ‭NLT‬

Dear children, let’s not merely say that we love each other; let us show the truth by our actions.

God, please help me to love others through my actions. It’s because of Your love and the act of sending Jesus to us that I am able to love others. Help me to honor people in my life through words, deeds, and actions. Please provide me with opportunities where I can serve others. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Salvation is in Christ alone

‭Titus‬ ‭3:4‭-‬5‬ ‭NLT‬

But— When God our Savior revealed his kindness and love, he saved us, not because of the righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He washed away our sins, giving us a new birth and new life through the Holy Spirit.

Jesus, we know that You are the only way to eternal life. Salvation is possible only because of Your grace, mercy, and love for us. There is no one else like You. Help us to focus our attention on You, and not allow distractions to overtake and discourage us from what You offer. Amen.