God's love

“For this is how God loved the world: He gave his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life.

John 3:16 NLT

Jesus, You came and took on the weight of our mistakes. You humbled Yourself, facing a humiliating death because You loved Your Father and us. As I reflect on Your sacrifice, help me to never take it for granted. Make me eager to model Your sacrificial love and forgiveness to others. Amen.

Do good

Remember, it is sin to know what you ought to do and then not do it.

James 4:17 NLT

God, forgive me of the times when I felt Your calling and did not act. Convict me of an area in my life where I am not following You. Thank You for the gift of second chances and for being faithful. Guide me as I live to better serve and love others. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Humble service

For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve others and to give his life as a ransom for many.”

Matthew 20:28 NLT

Jesus, thank You for showing us what humble service looks like. Today and every day, please show me how to follow the example You’ve set. Please make me aware of the people in my life that I can selflessly serve. Let my acts of service reflect my deep love for You and for the people You created. In Your name, Amen.

Guidance and Protection

Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for you are close beside me. Your rod and your staff protect and comfort me.

Psalms 23:4 NLT

God, You are the foundation upon which I build my life. You are my source of protection and strength. You fight for me, protect me, and lead me through hard times. With You, I am never alone or abandoned. Thank You for being my source of strength and salvation. Thank You for crushing the devil’s schemes and guiding me closer to You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Thank you Lord

God sent his Son into the world not to judge the world, but to save the world through him.

John 3:17 NLT

God, Thank You for having mercy on us. Thank You for choosing to save us through the gift of Your Son—even though we did nothing to deserve it. Every good gift that we have is because of You. So today, remind me of Your free gift of salvation, and give me the boldness to tell others about Your amazing love. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Rely on God

That’s why I take pleasure in my weaknesses, and in the insults, hardships, persecutions, and troubles that I suffer for Christ. For when I am weak, then I am strong.

2 Corinthians 12:10 NLT

God, thank You for using me despite my weaknesses. I often find it difficult to be joyful when life brings pain and hardship. Give me eyes to see Your power on display when I am anxious. I want to fully rely on You. Help me lean into Your strength. In Jesus' name, Amen.

We can count on God

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.

New nature

Those who belong to Christ Jesus have nailed the passions and desires of their sinful nature to his cross and crucified them there.

Galatians 5:24 NLT

God, thank You for giving me a new nature. Because of Jesus, I can know You personally and draw close to You daily. I don’t want to take this for granted, so today I surrender the desires that pull me away from You. Align my will with Your will so that I might know I belong to You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Iron sharpens iron

As iron sharpens iron, so a friend sharpens a friend.

Proverbs 27:17 NLT

God, thank You for Your Word, which reveals areas of my life that desperately need Your correction. Send people into my life who will walk with me and sharpen me, as iron sharpens iron. Guide my tongue, so I speak with loving truth and intention to others. In Jesus' name, Amen.

God has overcome

But you belong to God, my dear children. You have already won a victory over those people, because the Spirit who lives in you is greater than the spirit who lives in the world.

1 John 4:4 NLT

God, thank You for giving me the courage and discipline to pursue You and keep away from evil. Because of Your work in my life, I know that You are greater than anything that fights against me. You have overcome the world, and You live in me! Strengthen me, and help me to continue to eradicate the character traits that are not in Your nature. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Embrace who you are

You made all the delicate, inner parts of my body and knit me together in my mother’s womb. Thank you for making me so wonderfully complex! Your workmanship is marvelous—how well I know it.

Psalms 139:13‭-‬14 NLT

God, thank You for intricately forming me. Rid my mind of any self-doubt and discontentment. I am Your unique design. I am known. I am a fearfully and wonderfully made masterpiece! Teach me to fully embrace this truth and rest confidently in You. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Imitate God

Dear friend, don’t let this bad example influence you. Follow only what is good. Remember that those who do good prove that they are God’s children, and those who do evil prove that they do not know God.

3 John 1:11 NLT

God, I truly desire to imitate and know You! When people see me, I also want them to see You. Guide me as I seek to follow You with my whole heart. Bring godly people into my life. Surround me with positive relationships, so I can better imitate You. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Love is always hopeful

Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance.

1 Corinthians 13:7 NLT

God, please show me how to align my life with Your love. I want to display who You are to the world around me. Draw me closer to You so that way I look more like You. Teach me how to love like You by protecting, trusting, hoping, and persevering on behalf of other people. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Fear the Lord

Don’t be impressed with your own wisdom. Instead, fear the Lord and turn away from evil.

Proverbs 3:7 NLT

God, thank You for Your Word which provides truth and wisdom. Remind me to seek it first, because You know all things and what's best for me. Place wise people in my life and open my mind to learn from them. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Draw closer to God

And it’s true: “Everyone who calls on the Lord’s name will experience new life.”

Romans 10:13 TPT

God, thank You for allowing me to call on Your name! Thank You for sending Your Son, Jesus, to rescue me from a life separated from You. Today and every day, please give me the courage to draw close to You, and to seek You with all my heart. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Restored

And then, after your brief suffering, the God of all loving grace, who has called you to share in his eternal glory in Christ, will personally and powerfully restore you and make you stronger than ever. Yes, he will set you firmly in place and build you up.

1 Peter 5:10 TPT

God, thank You for being the God of all grace. You sent Your Son so that I can experience eternity with You. Your Word says that You will restore me and make me strong. Please make me willing to allow Your Spirit to transform my life. And as You do that, please continue to give me hope that my suffering won’t last forever. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

He is near

Seek the Lord while you can find him. Call on him now while he is near. Let the wicked change their ways and banish the very thought of doing wrong. Let them turn to the Lord that he may have mercy on them. Yes, turn to our God, for he will forgive generously.

Isaiah 55:6‭-‬7 NLT

God, through Jesus, You have made Yourself known. Thank You for providing a way for me to know You deeply. When I struggle to hear You, please give me encouragement and guidance through Your Word. Help me to turn closer to You and further away from my old life. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

With all your heart, soul, and strength

And you must love the Lord your God with all your heart, all your soul, and all your strength.

Deuteronomy 6:5 NLT

God, obedience is one way that I can show my faith in You. Teach me how to be more obedient. Fill my heart with the perfect love You’ve shown me. Teach me what it looks like to offer every part of myself—heart, soul, and strength—to You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Love others better

Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth.

1 Corinthians 13:6 NIV

God, because You love me, I want to love others better. Sometimes I compare myself to those around me and I find it hard to be happy when they receive a blessing. In those moments, help me to remember that I’m blessed and created uniquely. Regardless of how I feel, help me to love others well. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Be still

“Be still, and know that I am God! I will be honored by every nation. I will be honored throughout the world.”

Psalms 46:10 NLT

God, You alone are all-knowing, present, and powerful. You are the God who created the heavens and the earth, the sun and the moon, and all of creation. All people will come to know Your glory and goodness. Please help me to submit my will to Yours so that I can fulfill the purpose You have created for me. 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.

Joyful, Patient, and Faithful

Rejoice in our confident hope. Be patient in trouble, and keep on praying.

Romans 12:12 NLT

God, I am grateful for all the plans You have made for my life. Because You are in control, I can place my hope in You even when I face trouble. Going forward, please help me to have honest conversations with You when my future feels unclear. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Faith with what I have

“If you are faithful in little things, you will be faithful in large ones. But if you are dishonest in little things, you won’t be honest with greater responsibilities.

Luke 16:10 NLT

God, You have given me unique gifts for Your glory. Please provide opportunities where I can use what You have given for Your Kingdom. Make me generous with my time and resources. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

A woman of God

Charm is deceptive, and beauty does not last; but a woman who fears the Lord will be greatly praised.

Proverbs 31:30 NLT

God, today I'm thinking of a very important woman in my life. Protect and guide her. Fill her with Your strength and hope. I pray she finds her confidence in You, not in the physical beauty standard of the world. Give her wisdom and a heart for You. In Jesus' name, Amen.

For such a time as this

If you keep quiet at a time like this, deliverance and relief for the Jews will arise from some other place, but you and your relatives will die. Who knows if perhaps you were made queen for just such a time as this?”

Esther 4:14 NLT

God, fill me with bold courage to live for such a time as this! You have placed me exactly where I need to be and chosen me for a specific purpose. Free me from fear and guide my decisions. I want to live today as Your chosen child. In Jesus' name, Amen.

One body

This makes for harmony among the members, so that all the members care for each other. If one part suffers, all the parts suffer with it, and if one part is honored, all the parts are glad. All of you together are Christ’s body, and each of you is a part of it.

1 Corinthians 12:25‭-‬27 NLT

Jesus, because of Your death and resurrection, I am part of Your body—the global Church. Help me to take the role I play in it seriously. The choices I make reflect the way Your Church is perceived. So use me to bring Your hope, love, and joy to the world. Use me to build others up. Bring revival to Your people, so that way Your Body represents You authentically and powerfully. Amen.

Jesus amongst us

For where two or three gather together as my followers, I am there among them.”

Matthew 18:20 NLT

God, I am so thankful that You have united me to a community of believers who love You! Please help us to remain united in times of disruption and difficulty. Continue to unite believers all around the world so that we can share Your good works and faithfulness with others. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Step out in faith

So, what does all this mean? If God has determined to stand with us, tell me, who then could ever stand against us?

Romans 8:31 TPT

God, I am so grateful that I get to be a part of Your great story. Thank You for having a plan and a purpose for my life. Help me not to step back in fear, but to be able to step out in faith and do what You’ve called me to do. Remind me each day that I am enough for You, and that You are enough for me. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Live Like Jesus

Then he said to the crowd, “If any of you wants to be my follower, you must give up your own way, take up your cross daily, and follow me. If you try to hang on to your life, you will lose it. But if you give up your life for my sake, you will save it.

Luke 9:23‭-‬24 NLT

God, it is not natural for me to disregard my own interests. I need You to work in my life so that I can learn to be a more sacrificial person. Please offer me strength in times of trouble and distress. Show me how to carry my cross like Jesus carried His. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

When Christ returns

And I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue his work until it is finally finished on the day when Christ Jesus returns.

Philippians 1:6 NLT

God, thank You for using an ordinary person like me for Your glory. You chose me before the beginning of time. I believe You have a unique plan and purpose for my life. Work in and through me today. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Trust God more

Those who live in the shelter of the Most High will find rest in the shadow of the Almighty. This I declare about the Lord: He alone is my refuge, my place of safety; he is my God, and I trust him.

Psalms 91:1‭-‬2 NLT

God, You are my shield and Protector. With each new day, I want to trust You more and more with every part of my life. Please help me to release my plans and desires over to You. I trust in You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.