On January 1st of each year, millions of people make New Year’s resolutions. Some people promise themselves to lose weight. Others may desire to spend more time with family members and friends. Still others seek to quit smoking or to get more organized. My question for you today is: “How’s it going?” What progress have… Read More »
No Fear! (Stepping into Ministry)
Scripture 2 Timothy 1:6-18 Prayer Focus Pray for boldness to do what God calls you to do in life and ministry. Devotional Thought Every Christian has a ministry. Whether you are called to the pulpit, the business world, the school system, the medical field, the government, or to some other area of service, you have… Read More »
Praying for Governmental Leaders
Scripture 1 Timothy 2:1-2 Prayer Focus Pray for wisdom and guidance to lead. Devotional Thought May our governmental leaders receive divine wisdom and possess the courage to lead in righteousness. Practical Moment Create a list of local, state, and national leaders (e.g., mayor, city officials, governor, president, etc.). Call each person on your list by… Read More »
Extending Forgiveness to Others
Scriptures Luke 17:3-4; Mark 11:22-25 Prayer Focus Extend forgiveness to wrongdoers; reconcile if possible. Devotional Thought Forgiveness involves letting go of resentment, anger, or the desire for revenge towards someone who has wronged you. It is both a decision and a process that can have significant emotional, psychological, and even physical implications. Jesus requires us… Read More »
Praying for Church Unity
Scriptures Psalm 133; John 17:23; Ephesians 2:11-22; Colossians 3:13-14 Prayer Focus Pray for love and unity in our local church. Devotional Thought The Lord Jesus Christ wants the members of his Body to love and support one another and to work together to build his kingdom. Although Christians may differ in some of their beliefs… Read More »
Preparing for Spiritual Warfare
Scriptures Isaiah 54:17; 2 Corinthians 10 (especially verses 3-5); Ephesians 6 (especially verses 10-20) Prayer Focus Pray for God’s spiritual protection, weapons, and resources. Devotional Thought The devil is a deceiver who seeks to dissuade us from trusting God and to influence us to do what is wrong. It is absolutely necessary that we guard… Read More »
Praying for Miracles
Scriptures Job 5:8-9; Acts 2-4; Psalm 77; Hebrews 2:1-4 Devotional Pray that God will pour out his Spirit and work miracles for his glory. Devotional Thought A miracle is an unusual manifestation of God’s power by which he glorifies himself and causes wonder and amazement among people. Miracles can take various forms, such as miraculous… Read More »
Twelve Essential Character Traits for a Successful Marriage
A successful marriage is built upon a foundation of mutual respect, trust, and understanding. While love is undoubtedly important, it takes more than just affection to sustain a lifelong partnership. Here are twelve essential character traits that can contribute to a healthy and fulfilling marriage: Spiritual Maturity: Couples who share a love for the Lord… Read More »
Praying for Supernatural Healing
Scriptures Exodus 15:26; Psalm 103:3-5; Isaiah 53:5-6; Matthew 8; James 5 Prayer Focus Pray for God’s blessing, forgiveness, and physical healing. Devotional Thought God’s love and power can bring physical healing. Because of the fall of Adam and Eve into sin, creation suffers from futility and deterioration. We also experience pain and suffering, including sickness… Read More »
Marriage in a Nutshell: Leaving, Cleaving, and Interweaving
Genesis 2:24 sums up the entire teaching of Scripture on the subject of marriage. The verse explores three fundamental principles that are essential for the success of any marriage: leaving, cleaving, and interweaving. Leaving: Prioritizing Spousal Interests The biblical command to “leave father and mother” to be with your spouse means that your spouse’s interests… Read More »
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