John 16:33 On this side of heaven, a trouble-free life was never promised. In fact, Jesus told us plainly that hardship, sorrow, and trials would be part of our journey. Especially if we choose to follow Him. There will be moments when life feels heavy, unfair, and overwhelming. And there will be seasons when peace… Continue reading January 19th – John 16:33
Tag: Hope
January 15th – Psalm 37:5
Psalm 37:5 Committing our ways to the Lord sounds simple, but living it out asks for everything. It means loosening our grip on plans we’ve carefully held together, dreams we’ve prayed over, and outcomes we’ve already imagined in our hearts. It’s choosing to trust God not only with where we’re going, but with how we’ll… Continue reading January 15th – Psalm 37:5
January 14th – Psalm 27:14
Psalm 27:14 Billy Graham once said, “Each life is made up of mistakes, and learning, waiting, and growing, practicing patience and being persistent.” Waiting has never come easy for me, especially when my heart is hurting. Or worse yet, when I’m watching someone I love walk through pain I can’t fix. In a world that… Continue reading January 14th – Psalm 27:14
January 9th – Philippians 3:14
Philippians 3:14 A new year may turn the calendar, but it doesn’t erase the brokenness of the world. And as we grow closer to the Lord’s return, the darkness only grows stronger. Headlines remain heavy, hearts remain weary, and the weight of it all can feel overwhelming. This can make pressing on feel harder than… Continue reading January 9th – Philippians 3:14
January 7th – Ecclesiastes 7:10
Ecclesiastes 7:10 It’s easy to find our hearts drifting backward. We replay what once was and wondering why things aren’t the way they used to be. Ecclesiastes 7:10 gently cautions us against living there. Because when we dwell too long in the past, we miss what God is doing right in front of us. There… Continue reading January 7th – Ecclesiastes 7:10
January 6th – Psalm 130:5
Psalm 130:5 A new year brings new hope for the Lord’s glorious return. Yet as the day grows closer, the world grows darker. And as prophesied, we as a people have become more divided. Anger, hatred, and selfishness, are the traits of the day, as the love of many grows cold. With everything happening around… Continue reading January 6th – Psalm 130:5
January 5th – Psalm 77:11
Psalm 77:11 Being part of a prayer group has taught me the beauty of remembering. Many of us keep prayer journals. Not just to write down our prayer requests, but to look back and see the many ways God has faithfully answered them. Psalm 77:11 reminds us how important it is to remember the works… Continue reading January 5th – Psalm 77:11
January 4th – Deuteronomy 7:9
Deuteronomy 7:9 Many people ring in the New Year with celebration, laughter, and excitement for what lies ahead. But what if you’re not one of them? What if you’re stepping into this year still carrying unanswered prayers from the last one? Waiting can be painful, especially when hope feels delayed and questions linger in your… Continue reading January 4th – Deuteronomy 7:9
January 1st – Lamentations 3:22-23
Lamentations 3:22-23 I can scarcely believe that we are here welcoming in 2026! The first morning of the New Year has arrived! It was welcomed with joyful celebrations as the calendar turned, making everything feel new again. As followers of Jesus, the fresh start means yesterday’s worries don’t have to follow us into today. Because… Continue reading January 1st – Lamentations 3:22-23
December 30th – John 1:9
John 1:9 After Christmas ends and the lights come down, many of us feel an unexpected letdown. The decorations are packed away, the music grows quiet, and the world feels less bright. What once felt magical now feels ordinary again. Some of us carry unanswered prayers into the new year. While others carry a loneliness… Continue reading December 30th – John 1:9
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