Romans 8:1 Sadly, many times I’ve felt too dirty or ashamed to come before God. I feel pained by my sin, and weighed down by guilt that whispers I should hide instead of run to Him. Oh my head knows the truth. That when I confess and repent, God is faithful to forgive and remember… Continue reading January 12th – Romans 8:1
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January 11th – Ezekiel 36:26
Ezekiel 36:26 This new year, one of my projects is turning a stony, weedy, patch of my yard into a flower garden where bees and butterflies can thrive. But before anything can grow, some hard work has to be done. Rocks need to be removed, weeds need to be pulled, and the ground needs to… Continue reading January 11th – Ezekiel 36:26
January 10th – Hebrews 12:2
Hebrews 12:2 When I was a little girl and life felt overwhelming, my Grandma was always the first person I turned to. No matter what I was facing, her response never changed. She would listen patiently, then gently say, “Honey, tough times don’t last, tough people do. Pray.” Hard seasons are part of life, and… Continue reading January 10th – Hebrews 12:2
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 8th – Isaiah 43:19
Isaiah 43:19 I once heard someone say, “You can come to God as you are, but you cannot remain as you are.” A new year brings with it new and fresh opportunities. But it also carries the weight of the unknown. And for some, that can feel unsettling. God is a God of change, and… Continue reading January 8th – Isaiah 43:19
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 3rd – Proverbs 16:3
Proverbs 16:3 As a new year begins, many of us start with fresh resolutions, good intentions, and a determined heart to do better than before. We promise ourselves that this will be the year we finally change, grow, and follow through. Yet statistics tell us that nearly 80% of those resolutions fade just a few… Continue reading January 3rd – Proverbs 16:3
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