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Everyday

Ever since I was a little girl, this verse is a part of my daily prayer. I desire to remain on the straight and narrow path God has prepared for me, and I ask Him to shed light on it so that I am not…

Psalm 119:105 (KJV)

Not for Us

It's not for us! Whatever is happening, the plan is bigger than any individual, and it eventually turns out to bring God all the glory. Thank you Lord for your amazing power, might, beauty, and glory!…

Psalm 115:1 (NLT)

The Light at the End of the Tunnel

Those who have had near death experiences consistently report that upon physical death, they are racing through a tunnel toward a bright, enticing light. As I read 1 Peter 2:9 today, I realized that the…

1 Peter 2:9 (NLT)

Forever and Ever!

I have to worship God when I read this and reflect on His awe inspiring consistency! Chris Tomlin: Forever "> ( <video-youtube key=)

Psalm 107:1 (NLT)

His Great Love

I have to stop and worship God every time I read this verse because of the depth of His amazing love! I will never understand it, but I will always praise Him for it. Jami Smith Singing His Love is Deep:…

Ephesians 3:18 (NLT)

Be Like God

I read this verse and am struck deeply by the floods of forgiveness, blessing, and restoration God has poured into my life. And why did I receive such a gift? I did not deserve it. I deserved the opposite.…

Romans 2:4 (NLT)

He Has Made Me Glad!

Every time I read this verse, I just have to sing out this song to the Lord! "> ( <video-youtube key=)

Psalm 100:4 (NLT)

Lead Me

Lord, I thank You that You are the light on my path and the lamp to my feet. Show me the way to walk in righteousness, so that the goodness of Your Holy Spirit flows through my life and reflects Your…

Psalm 84:11 (NLT)

For Special Use

Lord, I desire to be Your pure and holy child, set apart for special and honorable use. Please reveal to me the areas of impurity, sin, and unrighteousness within me so that I am prepared to carry out…

2 Timothy 2:20 (NLT), 2 Timothy 2:21 (NLT)

Tell Everyone!

This verse has just given me a fresh measure of boldness. Don't beat around the bush, don't keep your conversations "P C," but instead proclaim God's power in every instance of your life. Turn the honor,…

Psalm 68:34 (NLT)

He Never Gives Up

I rest in knowing that God is my stronghold forever, no matter what. If I neglect to heed his guidance and direct myself out of His protection, He is patiently waiting and quietly calling to me. When…

Psalm 48:14 (NLT)

I Don't Want to be Wasted

Lord, I seek Your guidance desperately. In a world full of so many distractions, make Your path for Me clear so that I don't wile my time away towards pointless, wasteful endeavors. I want to honor You…

Psalm 25:4 (NLT)

Even Now

I often am overwhelmed and disgusted with what society and culture praise, honor, and esteem as true and worthy. It is so difficult to see the lies that are being purported as truth, selfishness being…

Psalm 12:6 (NLT)

Is it God's Will?

This verse, accompanied with the daily devotional excerpt of my reading plan, really hit me with a conviction to examine my motives discriminately when asking God for His intervention. Is it His will?…

Psalm 9:13 (NLT)

Follow My Convictions

I pray, Lord, that as your Holy Spirit convicts me, I will listen to Your counsel and obey the commands that You have written on my heart. I will not listen to those around me and follow the popular opinion,…

Romans 14:23 (NLT)

My Favorite Chapter

Just to let everyone know- Romans 12 is my FAVORITE chapter of the BIBLE!

I Will Not Forget

Reading Romans 11:9 opens my eyes to so many times when I have thought, "I have what I need, I am happy, all is well." But all is not well. We are involved in a spiritual battle everyday, whether we are…

Romans 11:9 (NLT)

God's Unfailing Favor

I am amazed in my spirit when I read this verse. I am amazed that God will not fail and abandon me. I am amazed that no matter how strong or how ruthless my adversary may be, God is stronger and will…

Joshua 1:5 (NLT)

Sharing and Stewardship

Lord, I pray that I can see myself as a steward of Your property, rather than the owner of everything I have. You have given it all to me as a blessing and as an opportunity to show responsibility and…

Leviticus 25:23 (NLT)

Stephen's Choice

I am struck at Stephen's Christlike choice in this selection. Men debated with him, became angry, and lied about him to have him arrested and eventually killed. But Stephen was so transformed by Christ…

Acts 6:13 (NLT), Acts 6:14 (NLT), Acts 6:15 (NLT)

Amazing Transformation

As I read these verses, it hits home. I did many things before I submitted myself to God that I am now ashamed of. But even as I falter and begin to feel the fingers of condemnation trying to take hold…

Romans 6:20 (NLT), Romans 6:21 (NLT), Romans 6:22 (NLT)

My Talent for His Glory

Lord, I thank You and bless You for giving me so many talents that can be of use to many. I pray You will give me the wisdom concerning how to use each talent to impact the world around me in the strongest…

Exodus 28:3 (NLT)

Conversation or Complaining?

With many situations, I want to discuss my difficulties, what I don't like, and how it could be different. But how do I know when I have crossed the line from assessing the situation and problem solving…

Exodus 17:2 (NIV), Exodus 17:3 (NIV)

Even Before We Know

How wonderful to realize that even before Abraham had taken the steps to display outward allegiance to God (circumcision,) he was already credited with righteousness because of his inward habit of faith.…

Romans 4:11 (NIV), Romans 4:12 (NIV), Romans 4:16 (NIV), Romans 4:23 (NIV), Romans 4:24 (NIV)

The Blessing of Weakness

I have been like Moses so many times... "I don't have the skills for this..." "What if I can't get the job done right?" "What if I let everyone else down, including God, because my best is just not good…

Exodus 4:10 (NIV), Exodus 4:11 (NIV), Exodus 4:12 (NIV), Exodus 4:13 (NIV)