And when he came to himself, he said, How many hired servants of my father’s have bread enough and to spare, and I perish with hunger! From:Luke 15:17 (KJV)
Inspiration
Regret can consume us when we realize we’ve made a terrible mistake. Often, the outcome is irreversible, and there is no way to fix the problem. We say hurtful things to our children or make poor life choices. We destroy our financial status or damage our marriage. In these instances, we must ask forgiveness and move forward. We cannot move back or to the side, we can only move forward. God knows our mistakes before we make them and His plan for our lives consists of peace and happiness. We know He will lead us onward and work all things out for good.
Prayer
Dear Lord, we have made mistakes than cannot be undone. We rest assured knowing You are present and will lead us forward. Although we may not see it yet, You will work all things out for good. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
(For after all these things do the Gentiles seek:) for your heavenly Father knoweth that ye have need of all these things. From:Matthew 6:32 (KJV)
Inspiration
Jesus tells the disciples God already knows what they need for survival as they begin their journey and would continue to provide for them every step of the way. They did not worry about clothing, shelter, food, or water because these necessities were always available. God placed people along their path to provide for their physical needs and give them a place to rest. God places people in our lives at just the right moment to meet our spiritual needs. When we face challenging battles, He comforts us by providing spiritual friends to lean on.
Prayer
Dear God, We turn to You in times of trouble because You always know what we need. We are thankful for the spiritual friends You have gifted to us as we experience the challenging battles of life. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
Then said the Lord unto Moses, Behold, I will rain bread from heaven for you; and the people shall go out and gather a certain rate every day, that I may prove them, whether they will walk in my law, or no. From:Exodus 16:4 (KJV)
Inspiration
God provided food for the Israelites as they wandered the desert for forty years by raining manna from the sky. They needed Him, and He blessed them accordingly. We desperately need the Lord as we wander through this earthly life. Our Creator designed us to love Him, and we are restless without Him. He is our peace and happiness, our hope in a hopeless world. He is always ready to accept the invitation into our hearts and loves us unconditionally.
Prayer
Dear God, When we seek You, You are there. You are faithful, and we are thankful for Your steadfast love. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
Sing unto the Lord with thanksgiving; sing praise upon the harp unto our God: From:Psalm 147:7 (KJV)
Inspiration
We are thankful for all the blessings God has bestowed upon us. He consistently nurtures and cares for us, and as we look back through the years, we see His helping hand when we didn’t even know we needed it. He performs miracles amid catastrophe and grants blessings to further our peace and happiness. His attention to detail is incredible, and we rejoice with cheerful hearts at the sound of His name. We are continually amazed by the infinite love our Creator commits to us.
Prayer
Dear Lord, We praise Your name with happy hearts because we are bursting with love for You. We are thankful for the compassion and unconditional love You bestow upon us. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
He giveth to the beast his food, and to the young ravens which cry. From:Psalm 147:9 (KJV)
Inspiration
Our Creator designed a beautiful world. He formed the mountains with His hands while breathing life into every creature. His creation is perfect, and we are amazed by His attention to detail. The smallest creatures have specific purposes, and He provides for them accordingly. We see His work in action and understand that He also tends to each detail of our lives. He provides for us physically and spiritually; we are thankful for His devotion.
Prayer
Dear God, You take care of every detail. We are thankful for Your attention to all of our needs. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
The Lord taketh pleasure in them that fear him, in those that hope in his mercy. From:Psalm 147:11 (KJV)
Inspiration
God is loving, kind, and merciful. To say we fear Him means we serve Him with reverence and awe. We respect our Creator and choose to live our lives in a manner that pleases Him, seeking to rid our souls of the sin that separates us. God’s love has no boundaries, and we praise Him for bestowing it upon us when we are undeserving. We lift praises to heaven with joy and celebration of the salvation He invites us to receive.
Prayer
Dear God, We praise You with joy and thanksgiving. You love us unconditionally, and we will continue to serve You with reverence and amazement. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
And why take ye thought for raiment? Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow; they toil not, neither do they spin: From:Matthew 6:28 (KJV)
Inspiration
Money is a concern for us all at some point in time. When we live paycheck to paycheck, we stay up at night thinking about how to feed our families and keep a roof over their heads. Even when balancing large sums, we have anxiety regarding how to appropriate funds and what to do if our system fails. Jesus teaches us not to worry about money. God tends to the lilies, rooted firmly in the ground, and He will provide for us when we are struggling. We trust Him with all our worries and remain hopeful amidst any financial concerns.
Prayer
Dear Lord, We have many worries as we live our earthly lives. We know that You are present, alert, and always ready to help us when we struggle. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
Consider the ravens: for they neither sow nor reap; which neither have storehouse nor barn; and God feedeth them: how much more are ye better than the fowls? From:Luke 12:24 (KJV)
Inspiration
Our world desperately needs the Lord. We often become blind to starvation and poverty when we don’t experience these hardships ourselves. Jesus teaches us that God always provides for those in need, and one way He honors His promise is by using us to supply materials, medicine, or finances. There are multiple mission projects available, and we will listen to God as He directs us to act according to His will; we are honored to be part of His plan to provide for those in need.
Prayer
Dear God, We want to provide for others and listen as You guide us toward mission projects that need our help. We are devoted to You and will continue to help one another when You ask. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
If then God so clothe the grass, which is to day in the field, and to morrow is cast into the oven; how much more will he clothe you, O ye of little faith? From:Luke 12:28 (KJV)
Inspiration
God is loving, faithful, and kind. As we glance over our past, we see His guidance and comfort. He is the only thing we need to survive in this world, and He continually makes Himself available for shelter and restoration. He tells us we do not have to worry about tomorrow, and we trust His word because He is compassionate and dependable. Each day, we rise and face the world knowing He is present and prepared to guide us to safety every passing moment.
Prayer
Dear God, We need You every hour and trust that You are always present to guide and instruct us every passing moment. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
And seek not ye what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink, neither be ye of doubtful mind. From:Luke 12:29 (KJV)
Inspiration
We need more than food and water to sustain life; we need each other. God blesses us with friends and family who share close relationships with us. When we need a shoulder to cry on or a friendly face to help us celebrate, they are there. When we need spiritual guidance or assistance in recovery, they are always near. God provides for us in ways we can’t understand, and we are incredibly thankful for such a loving Heavenly Father.
Prayer
Dear Father, You know all our needs. We are thankful for our friends and family who You have chosen to provide peace, comfort, and joy when we need it most. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
For all these things do the nations of the world seek after: and your Father knoweth that ye have need of these things. From:Luke 12:30 (KJV)
Inspiration
Our Creator knows our hearts; He knows all our hopes and dreams. He understands what will make us happy by bringing comfort and peace to our lives compared to what will devastate us. God is much wiser than we are, and since He recognizes the difference between what we want and what we need, He knows how to bless us. Sometimes we become upset when we do not get our way, and we must remember that God knows our hearts better than we do. He loves us and makes sure we have what we need without unnecessary distraction.
Prayer
Dear Lord, You are our Master and Creator. You know our hearts better than we do, and we thank You for providing what we need and not what will cause us harm. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
I will cry unto God most high; unto God that performeth all things for me. From:Psalm 57:2 (KJV)
Inspiration
We serve a living God who is present in every moment. He celebrates with us when we graduate or receive an employment promotion. He smiles along with us as we recite vows to our spouses and become parents. God stands beside us as we enjoy fresh air on the beach or crunch snow beneath our boots on the mountain top. He creates us with a purpose and faithfully walks beside us as we carry out His will. We are amazed by our Heavenly Father and thankful for His love and devotion.
Prayer
Dear Father, You are present in every moment, and we are thankful for Your devotion and love as we carry out the purpose You’ve created us to complete. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
For the vision is yet for an appointed time, but at the end it shall speak, and not lie: though it tarry, wait for it; because it will surely come, it will not tarry. From:Habakkuk 2:3 (KJV)
Inspiration
Patience is a precious virtue we all desire. We grow anxious about the outcome of numerous situations, wanting answers or results right now. Our earthly journey is exciting, and we often ponder the purpose of our lives. What is God’s purpose for our lives? What are we meant to achieve in His name? There is no need to become concerned if we haven’t figured that out yet. God’s plan is perfect, and His timing is essential to make all things work for good. Let us remember that we can rest assured the answer or result we are waiting for will come in good time because it will be God’s time.
Prayer
Dear God, We grow impatient when we wait for answers or results over concerns we bring to You. Forgive us for our anxiety and help us find comfort knowing Your timing is always perfect. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
Acquaint now thyself with him, and be at peace: thereby good shall come unto thee. From:Job 22:21 (KJV)
Inspiration
God created us with the desire to seek Him; we grow restless and weary in this hopeless world without Him. Once we find Him, our hearts become closer, and our faith continually strengthens. We cling to Him during hardships because He is our shelter in the storm; we turn to Him for guidance because He is the only one with wisdom regarding the road ahead. As we become more aware of His presence and familiar with His love, peace overtakes our spirits, and we fearlessly face any obstacle
Prayer
Dearest Father, We want to know more about You and grow closer to You each day. Guide us in our studies and strengthen our faith as we rest in Your presence. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
And in very deed for this cause have I raised thee up, for to shew in thee my power; and that my name may be declared throughout all the earth. From:Exodus 9:16 (KJV)
Inspiration
Through Moses, God tells Pharaoh, He gave him authority to complete a specific part of His plan. Each of us has a spiritual gift designated to carry out God’s will. Every action we take or word we speak is a crucial detail in His plan, and we must pray diligently for guidance. When we seek Him, He will make Himself available to us and faithfully instruct us toward the path of righteousness laid out before us. God is loving and trustworthy; He will never lead us astray.
Prayer
Dear God, We trust Your plan for our lives. We will use our spiritual gifts for Your glory as we declare Your presence to the nations. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
Arise; for this matter belongeth unto thee: we also will be with thee: be of good courage, and do it. From:Ezra 10:4 (KJV)
Inspiration
We are encouraged to rise and take on the world! We are wrapped in spiritual armor and protected by the love of God. He is present with us every moment and will help us defeat sinful temptations that hinder our walk. Struggles and hardships are inevitable, yet, we have hope for a positive outcome because we know we will always have peace in the arms of our Heavenly Father. Our spirits are prepared for anything when we live in Christ!
Prayer
Dear Lord, The world is full of sin and darkness. We battle temptations daily, yet we have nothing to fear. You are always present and active in our lives. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
Counsel in the heart of man is like deep water; but a man of understanding will draw it out. From:Proverbs 20:5 (KJV)
Inspiration
We all daydream about our future and make plans regarding our employment, finances, family, or school. We share some of our ideas with friends and family while keeping others hidden in our hearts. Our plans need the Lord’s wisdom to transform into reality, so we are delighted as we await His instruction. He pulls our hidden dreams to the surface and grants us peace as we follow through according to His plan.
Prayer
Dear Lord, We turn to You for wisdom regarding our plans. Help us determine what should be brought to the surface and considered a priority according to Your will. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
For the love of money is the root of all evil: which while some coveted after, they have erred from the faith, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows. From:1 Timothy 6:10 (KJV)
Inspiration
As Christians, we are careful regarding the importance we place on money. We use our finances to accomplish works for the Lord by blessing our community or funding ministries globally. We thank Him for the financial contribution He gifts to us by seeking His wisdom for its use. We want to be responsible with each blessing by using it as He wills. The world tries to influence us by making money appear more valuable than it is. We know our treasure is in heaven and will use our temporary finances for the word of the Lord.
Prayer
Dear Lord, We are thankful for all Your gifts and will use each blessing as You will. Please direct our attention to ministries where our finances accomplish Your will. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
But thou, O man of God, flee these things; and follow after righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, meekness. From:1 Timothy 6:11 (KJV)
Inspiration
We must steer clear from evil snares that direct our steps away from the path of righteousness. The world is abounding with the temptation of sinful lifestyles, and false prophets are enticing as they twist scripture to say our actions or thoughts aren’t wrong. Sometimes we allow ourselves to remain involved in relationships that lead to bad choices or continuance of sinful behaviors. We often allow the masses to sway our knowledge of the Word. We must cling to Christ tighter so we will avoid evil distractions.
Prayer
Dear God, We desire to walk closer to You amidst temptations. We will cling to our Savior and listen as You redirect our steps. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
