Exodus 14:14 Some battles aren’t yours to fight. They belong to God. How often do we wear ourselves out trying to control outcomes, fix problems, or win wars we were never meant to enter? But God, in His mercy, stands as our Defender. When we feel surrounded, He surrounds what’s surrounding us. When we’re exhausted,… Continue reading May18th – Exodus 14:14
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May 17th – Psalm 46:10
Psalm 46:10 Stillness isn’t the absence of noise. It’s the quiet trust that settles deep in your soul when you stop trying to hold everything together. It’s not passive or weak, it’s powerful. Stillness before God is strength wrapped in surrender. Be still and know that I am God is more than a verse. It’s… Continue reading May 17th – Psalm 46:10
April 15th – Matthew 27:11-14
Matthew 27:11-14 When Jesus stood before Pilate, falsely accused and unjustly condemned, He chose silence over defense. He didn’t argue, explain, or justify. He simply stood in strength, surrendered to the Father’s will. That silence wasn’t weakness. It was power under control. A holy stillness that trusted God’s plan more than man’s approval. How often… Continue reading April 15th – Matthew 27:11-14
March 27th – Lamentations 3:25
Lamentations 3:25 Waiting is hard. When prayers seem unanswered and doors remain closed, it’s easy to feel forgotten. But it’s in the seasons of waiting that our faith is stretched, refined, and strengthened. Waiting isn’t wasted, it’s where God does His deepest work in us. He teaches us patience, deepens our trust, and shifts our… Continue reading March 27th – Lamentations 3:25
September 8th – Proverbs 16:9
Week 2 - Wisdom In Daily Decisions (Proverbs 16:9) We’ve all heard the saying, "Man plans, and God laughs." While the phrase may sound lighthearted, it holds a profound truth. We can make all the plans we want, but ultimately only God knows what tomorrow holds. Life often takes unexpected turns, showing us that our… Continue reading September 8th – Proverbs 16:9
August 8th – Jeremiah 29:11
Week 2 - Finding Hope in God (Jeremiah 29:11) As we approach the last days before Jesus' glorious return, the world around us seems to be sinking deeper into darkness and sin. And instead of moving closer to God, the world keeps pushing Him away. No wonder these times can feel increasingly disheartening. But for… Continue reading August 8th – Jeremiah 29:11
July 19th – Proverbs 3:5-6
Proverbs 3:5-6 Many people struggle with being control freaks, feeling an overwhelming need to manage every detail of their lives. This relentless pursuit of control often stems from fear, anxiety, and a lack of trust in anything beyond themselves. However, Proverbs 3:5-6 offers a profound truth for those who follow Jesus. "Trust in the Lord… Continue reading July 19th – Proverbs 3:5-6
April 28th – Matthew 6:28
Matthew 6:28 Oh to be like the lily of the field. Clothed in beauty by the Creator's hand, and spending the day swaying in the spring breeze without a care in the world. Although we know we will face difficulty in this life, we never have to face them alone. God invites us to turn… Continue reading April 28th – Matthew 6:28
January 30th – John 3:30
John 3:30 John the Baptist was a rockstar back in the day. People came from miles around to hear his teachings and be baptized. Yet when the crowds began to dwindle and follow Jesus instead, John wasn’t resentful. Instead, he was filled with humble joy. For John wasn’t about his ego, but about the job… Continue reading January 30th – John 3:30
September 21st – Matthew 6:31
Matthew 6:31 “So do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?” Scars and traumas we’ve suffered in the past can make trust and surrender difficult. And the thought of giving up control over our lives and circumstances is a scary thought. But that’s just what… Continue reading September 21st – Matthew 6:31
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