The Greatest of These


“And now abide faith, hope, love, these three; but the greatest of these is love.” — 1 Corinthians 13:13
Faith, hope, and love are three of the strongest foundations of the Christian life. We live by faith, we hold on to hope, and we are called to walk in love. Yet when Paul places these three together, he makes a powerful statement: the greatest of these is love.
Why love?
Jesus was once approached and asked to identify the greatest of all God’s commandments. In His answer, Jesus took the entire Law—all the commandments God had given His people—and brought them down to two:
“You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind.” This is the first and greatest commandment. Then He added, “You shall love your neighbor as yourself.” Jesus concluded by saying, “On these two commandments hang all the Law and the Prophets.” (Matthew 22:37–40)
Everything hangs on love.
The first commandment deals with our vertical relationship—our relationship with God. We are to love Him completely, not simply with our words, but with our heart, soul, and mind. God isn't meant to occupy one small part of our lives. He is to be at the center of everything.
The second deals with our horizontal relationships—how we treat the people around us. Our love for God should eventually become visible in the way we love people. It should affect our patience, forgiveness, generosity, compassion, words, attitudes, and actions.
We cannot separate the two. The more we understand how deeply God loves us, the more His love should begin flowing through us toward others.
This helps us understand why Paul says love is the greatest.
Faith is essential because we trust God for what we cannot yet see. Hope is essential because we confidently look forward to what God has promised. But both faith and hope point toward something still ahead.
One day, faith will become sight.
One day, hope will become reality.
We will see Jesus face-to-face. Everything we have believed and hoped for will finally be before us. But love will remain.
Love does not expire in eternity because love is part of the very character of God. Scripture tells us plainly, “God is love.” (1 John 4:8)
That means Christian love is more than simply being nice or having warm feelings toward someone. Biblical love is a choice to reflect the character of Christ. Sometimes love looks like compassion. Sometimes it looks like forgiveness. Sometimes it means serving when it is inconvenient. Sometimes it means being patient with someone who frustrates us. Sometimes it means speaking truth with grace.
And sometimes loving people is difficult.
That is why we cannot depend entirely upon our own strength to obey Jesus' command. We need His presence working within us. When Christ is first in our lives, His Spirit changes the way we see and respond to people.
Before reacting, we can ask, “What would love do here?”
Before speaking, “Do these words sound like Jesus?”
Before holding onto an offense, “How much grace has God shown me?”
Before walking past someone in need, “Is God giving me an opportunity to demonstrate His love?”
Putting Christ first helps us remember His faithfulness, His grace, and His patience toward us. When we remain close to Him, He gives us the strength to extend those same things to others.
Love really is the hinge upon which the door of God's commandments hangs. Without love, our faith can become nothing more than religion. Our service can become obligation. Our knowledge can become pride. Even good things lose their purpose when love is removed from them.
So as you walk through the doors God opens today, remember what matters most.
Love God completely.
Love people intentionally.
Let the love you have received from Christ become the love you give away.
Faith trusts Him.
Hope looks toward Him.
Love reflects Him.
And of these three, the greatest is love.
Prayer
Lord, thank You for loving me with a love that never fails. By Your presence within me today, help me put You first and love You with all my heart, soul, and mind. Teach me to see people the way You see them. Give me patience when loving is difficult, grace when I am frustrated, compassion when someone is hurting, and humility to serve when You give me the opportunity. Let the way I speak, respond, forgive, and serve reflect Your love. May people experience something of Your heart because of the way I love them today. In Jesus' name, Amen.

When God Sees What We Cannot


Sometimes it is difficult to understand why someone suddenly walks out of our life or why a
relationship changes. We often wonder what we did wrong. We only know what we can see. But God sees what happens when we are not in the room. He hears the conversations we never hear.
He knows what is said when our name comes up.
Sometimes what feels like rejection may become Gods protection.
We may never know everything God has protected us from. Some things, if we knew may only leave wounds we were never meant to carry.
When relationships change, we can examine our own hearts, pray for wisdom, and trust God and His plan for us.
Maybe you were not meant to hear every conversation.
Maybe you were not meant to know every detail.
God saw what you couldn’t see, and you can trust Him with what you don’t understand.
“The eyes of the Lord are everywhere, keeping watch on the wicked and the good.” — Proverbs
15:3

Reflection
Can I release what I do not understand and trust that God sees the whole picture?
Heavenly Father, thank You for seeing what I cannot see. When relationships change and I do not understand why, help me trust You with the unanswered questions. Give me wisdom to know which relationships to nurture and courage to release what I need to let go. Protect my heart from what I do not need to carry and help me rest in knowing that You see the whole picture.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Shout for Joy

"Shout for Joy to God, all the earth; sing the glory of His name: give to Him glorious praise!" ~Psalm 66:1-2

Have you ever thought what might happen if we got as excited over Jesus as we do a football game, a nascar race or our kids baseball games?

Now there is absolutely nothing wrong with being passionate about your favorite team! I have my favorite team and I yell pretty loud for them too! Yes, It's fun, it's exciting and it gets our mind off all our problems...for a little while anyway. It also allows us to spend quality time with friends and family! When they win, we celebrate, we talk about it for days, we brag and rag our friends, yep, our passion is strong, and that's ok! However, when the game is finished, the season ends, that's it, it's over until next year. Now what do we do to fill the void?

So I ask again, what if we got that excited over Jesus? What if we couldn't wait for the weekend because we "get" to go to church? What if we got up every morning singing and shouting His praise, what if we spent all day talking about our Savior? I wonder if that would make any difference in our lives, the lives of our friends and loved ones? I think it probably would!

Jesus loved us so much that He willingly gave His life on the cross; that alone should make us want to tell everyone we meet that Jesus Saves! We should want to tell them how He gives us everlasting hope, peace, joy and eternal life. ETERNAL...forever and ever! The void He fills doesn't last for just a day, a week, a season, His mercy and His amazing grace last throughout all Eternity. Now isn't that something to get excited about!

It sure makes me want to be more passionate about my Savior and I just might be shouting His praises a little louder!  So, if you see me today, I hope you can see that excitement and passion on my face; I hope you can hear it in my voice, and don't be surprised if I tell you what Jesus has done for me because He is good and He is faithful!

"You shall love the LORD your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your strength." ~Deuteronomy 6:5

Don’t Rush the Season

There is nothing wrong with looking forward to what lies ahead, but sometimes we spend so much of our lives waiting for the next thing. We cannot wait to find the right relationship, move into a new house, finish school, get a new job, or get through a difficult season. But sometimes we become so focused on what is ahead that we forget to appreciate where God has us at this moment.
Not every season is meant to be rushed through. There may be something God wants to teach you. There may be memories He wants you to make or growth within you that need to happen.
Sometimes we pray, “God, get me through this,” when sometimes the prayer simply needs to be, “God, show me what You want me to see while I am here.” Do not become so focused on tomorrow that you miss God’s blessings today.
You do not have to have everything figured out. You do not have to be where you thought you would be by now. You can keep moving forward while still being grateful for where God has you today.
Ecclesiastes 3:1 reads, “There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens.” This reminds us that life happens in seasons, and each season has its own purpose. We often want to rush through the uncomfortable seasons so we can get to something better or easier.
However, when we are always looking ahead, we can miss God’s blessings and what He may be doing in us right where we are.
Reflection
Am I so focused on what is next that I am missing what God has given me today?
Prayer
Heavenly Father, help me not rush through the season. Remind me to notice what You are doing right now. Help me appreciate the opportunities, the people, and the blessings You have given me. Give me patience in the waiting and trust in Your timing. Help me to learn in this season and help me enjoy the moments I may someday wish I could have back.
In Your precious name, Amen.

Keeping The Main Thing The Main Thing

One thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those things which are ahead, I press toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus. Philippians 3:13-14

The powerful FedEx company  came into dominance by focusing on one service:  overnight delivery. Southwest Airlines became one of the leading airlines by focusing on low-cost, and on time travel. And, when many places focused on food service, Starbucks opened coffee shops focusing on just coffee. Focus is fundamental to spiritual success as well as it is to business success. Making God's will and presence your top priority each day.  Keeping the main thing the main thing...Jesus...can be a challenge in today's busy society. Spiritual growth is a key element to keeping focused on Him. We can sharpen our focus by delving into the Word, prayer and serving others.  Colossians 3:2 says, "Set your mind on things above. " Focus!!  Focus puts our priorities in order. Paul said in today's scripture, "This one thing I do."  He was pressing toward the goal, the prize of the call of God. Focus gives us a forward mindset. Forgetting those things behind us as we reach toward those things ahead. Focus also brings passion to our lives as we "press" toward, meaning an intense endeavor.  Today, let's begin by focusing on Jesus and making serving Him our top priority. Matthew 6:33 says, "Seek ye first the Kingdom of God..."  Put God at the very center of your life, time and choices. Prayer. Lord, help me to focus on You and Your Kingdom. Guard my mind so nothing will be able to take my focus off of You. In Jesus' Name. Amen.

Return to Me

“I have wiped out your transgressions like a thick cloud and your sins like a heavy mist. Return to Me, for I have redeemed you.” (Isaiah 44:22)
Okay, so you are forgiven, redeemed, and a new creature. What happens if you stumble again tomorrow and fall back into an old sin? I know this would be very discouraging, but it does not change the way your Father God sees you. You have to remember and believe that any sins of the future are also wiped out by Jesus’s death. Jesus died for all the sins that were committed before His walk on the earth and for all the sins that will ever be committed after His death and resurrection until His return. When you fall again, and we all fall, the devil likes to jump in and remind us of all our past misgivings. He will tell us
we are a failure, will never be able to get it right before God. He may tell us we are lowly worms and may as well just give in and enjoy sin. Remember that the devil is a liar and the father of lies (John 8:44). He doesn’t do anything but come to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10). All you have to do is rebuke the devil, call him for what he is, a liar, and return to Jesus by turning your back to sin (no matter how many times you have to do this), and repent. You will be at the same place you started the very day you asked
Jesus to be your Savior and Lord. Do not get back into self-condemnation! You have been delivered, and God has redeemed you. True, God was speaking to Isaiah in the Old Testament, but after all Jesus went through, how much more accurate is this verse for us today?
Thank You, Father that no matter how many times I fall, You are there to pick me up and set me back on a firm foundation without condemnation. I know how difficult it is for me to continue to forgive someone that has wronged me for the same wrong over and over again, but that is precisely what You do for me. I am constantly amazed by Your love, and I glorify You for it. I declare this in the name of Jesus.
Amen.

Quiet Time...God is Waiting

“Very early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up, left the house and went off to a solitary place, where he prayed” ~Mark 1:35

Have you ever heard someone make the statement, "it's too quiet"?  I have said it many times and especially this year. I don't mind the quiet unless I am worried about something then the quiet seems to close in on me. When that happens those eerily quiet moments are scary, depressing and lonely.  However, it's during those quiet times that God wants us to trust in Him. You see He desires for us to spend time in His presence, not just on Sundays but everyday. It's during our alone time with Him that He will speak to us, give us direction and calm our worries and fears.

There is so much "noise" in the world we live in today. Honestly, most of us long for a few minutes of peace and quiet. But, how often do we turn off the tv's, the computers, our cell phones, social media and spend some quality time in prayer with our Heavenly Father? Honestly, not often enough...

There are many scriptures that tell us that Jesus spent time alone with God. One of those times was when Jesus learned that John had been killed and He needed comfort from His Father. "When Jesus heard it, He departed from there by boat to a deserted place...He went up on the mountain by Himself to pray. Now when evening came, He was alone there".~Matthew 14:13, 23. 
Another time Jesus needed to know His Father's will so again, He went to be alone with Him, "...Jesus went out to the mountain to pray, and He prayed to God all night long." ~Luke 6:12.  And most importantly, when Jesus knew His time was near, He chose to spend time with His Heavenly Father, "Then Jesus went to a place called Gethsemane...to pray" ~Matthew 26:36. Friends, if Jesus, the sinless Lamb, found it necessary to be alone, to pray and seek the will of God; how much more important is it for us to make time for prayer, to seek God's  will and listen for His voice?

God is a jealous God, "For you must not worship any other god, for the Lord, whose name is Jealous, is a jealous God." ~Exodus 34:14. I believe He wants and even requires us to spend time in His presence. It doesn't have to be hours, it can be a few short minutes. Jesus even tells us how to pray in Matthew 6:6, "But when you pray, go to your room, shut the door, and pray to your Father who is present in that secret place."  But, that Scripture doesn't end there..."Your Father who sees what you do in secret WILL REWARD YOU!" 

Maybe God allows those quiet times to come so we will spend time with Him. I need to do better and spend more quiet time in His presence every day! You know what else, that "quiet" doesn't seem so eerie anymore because I know God is right there waiting for me to open the door! "Here I am! I stand at the door and knock.  If anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with Him, and He with Me." ~Revelation 3:20

Lift My Hands

There may be days that you don’t understand what God is doing. There may be times when you are carrying pain or grief that seems unbearable. Psalm 63 reminds us that we can still worship in the waiting.
Lifting our hands in worship can be an expression of gratitude, surrender, and praise. It is a
reminder that our help comes from God.
Sometimes worship is easy when life is going well, but it can be more difficult when we are
hurting or waiting for answers. Yet, even in those moments, we can choose to lift our hearts and hands to God. Worship reminds us that God is still good, still faithful, and still in control—even when we do not understand what He is doing.
God is worthy of our praise. Praise Him for what He has done in your life. Surrender to Him
what you have been carrying. Even in the waiting, choose to trust Him and remember that He is with you.
Scripture:
Psalm 63:4
“I will praise You as long as I live, and in Your name, I will lift up my hands.”
Reflection:
Do I find it difficult to worship when life is hard?
Prayer:
Heavenly Father, regardless of my circumstances, I choose to praise You. Help me to surrender the things I cannot control. I pray that my words and my life bring glory to Your name. You ar faithful and worthy of my praise.
In Your precious name, Amen.

He Knows Your Name


“But now thus saith the Lord that created thee, O Jacob, and He that formed thee, O Israel, Fear not: for I have redeemed thee, I have called thee by thy name; thou art Mine.” — Isaiah 43:1
Have you ever had your mother or grandmother try to call you, but before getting to your name, she goes down the list of nearly every other name in the household? She may even be looking you right in the eye, yet somehow she calls you two or three other names before finally getting to yours! And this is the same person who gave you your name!
Many parents go through quite a process when choosing the name of their unborn child. They look through books, search online, consider family names, and talk about what different names mean. They want the name to be special because the child is special to them. Some parents begin calling their child by name before that child ever leaves the womb.
But even the most loving parent cannot know a child the way God does.
There may be hundreds or even thousands of people in this world who share your name, but that makes no difference to God. When you call on Him, He never has to wonder which one of His children is speaking. He does not have to go down a list trying to figure out who you are.
He knows your name.
In fact, God knew you before your parents ever chose your name. He knew who you would be, where you would be, what you would face, and every moment of your life. Psalm 139 teaches us that God knows when we sit down and when we rise. He knows our thoughts and is acquainted with all our ways. There is nothing about us that is hidden from Him.
Think about what that means: The God who created the universe knows you personally.
He knows the deepest need of your heart. He knows the wound you do not talk about. He knows the disappointment you try to hide. He knows the questions you are afraid to ask. He knows your failures, weaknesses, fears, dreams, and even your darkest thoughts.
And knowing all of that, He still loves you.
God does not merely know information about you; He knows you. There is a tremendous difference between the two. You are not just another face in the crowd to Him. You are not merely a number or one person among billions. Isaiah 43:1 says, “I have called thee by thy name; thou art Mine.”
Those last three words are powerful: “Thou art Mine.”
Your identity does not ultimately come from what other people call you. It does not come from your accomplishments, failures, possessions, position, or reputation. Your security comes from knowing who God says you are and to whom you belong.
There may be days when you feel overlooked by people, but you are never overlooked by God. There may be moments when you feel forgotten, but God has not forgotten you. There may even be seasons when you wonder whether anyone truly understands what you are carrying.
God does.
When you pray, you never have to introduce yourself. You never have to convince God to pay attention. You never have to explain every detail before He understands. Before the words ever leave your mouth, He already knows your heart.
And most importantly, make sure your name is written in the Lamb’s Book of Life. Through faith in Jesus Christ, we can belong to Him and have the assurance of eternal life.
So today, when life makes you feel insignificant, forgotten, or unseen, remember the words of your Creator:
“Fear not, for I have redeemed thee. I have called thee by thy name; thou art Mine.”
You are known.
You are seen.
You are loved.
And He knows your name.
Prayer
Lord, thank You that I am Yours. Thank You that You know my name and every detail of my life. You know my needs, my struggles, my fears, my failures, and the things I carry that no one else sees. Yet, knowing everything about me, You still love me.
Help me to find my identity and security in You instead of in what others think or say about me. When I feel forgotten, remind me that You see me. When I feel alone, remind me that I belong to You. Thank You for redeeming me, calling me by name, and making me Your own.
In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

We Need Not Offer Anything for Forgiveness

“This is the covenant that I will make with them…” — Hebrews 10:16
“And their sins and their lawless deeds I will remember no more.” — Hebrews 10:17
“Now where there is forgiveness of these things, there is no longer any offering for sin.” — Hebrews 10:18
In the Old Testament, people continually offered animal sacrifices to God for the forgiveness of their sins. The animals were slaughtered, and their blood was offered on the altar on behalf of those bringing the sacrifice. This process continued day after day, month after month, and year after year.
But for those who have made Jesus Christ the Savior and Lord of their lives, no additional sacrifice is needed for the forgiveness of sin. Jesus Christ became the final sacrifice. His blood took the place of the blood of animals offered under the old covenant.
The blood of Jesus does not merely cover our sins; through His sacrifice, our sins are forgiven, and we are made new. Jesus will not die again. There will never be another sacrifice for sin. It is finished.
After receiving salvation, if you sin again—and you will fall short—you do not need another sacrifice to obtain forgiveness. Instead, you repent, confess your sin to God, and receive the forgiveness He has already made available through Jesus Christ. Because of His loving-kindness and grace, we can walk in the assurance of His forgiveness.
The word translated “these things” in verse 18 comes from the Greek word houtos. It is used many times throughout the New Testament and is translated in various ways depending on the context. The Amplified Bible, Classic Edition, helps bring out the meaning of this passage:
“Now where there is absolute remission (forgiveness and cancellation of the penalty) of these [sins and lawbreaking], there is no longer any offering made to atone for sin.”
Verse 17 identifies “these things” as sins and lawless deeds. Jesus’ sacrifice dealt completely with the problem of sin. His sacrifice was sufficient once and for all. There is no need for another sacrifice.
Some teach that if you sin after salvation, you must be saved all over again. Scripture does not teach that Christ must be sacrificed repeatedly. Hebrews presents His sacrifice as complete and sufficient—once for all.
Under the old covenant, when a person brought an animal for sacrifice, the worshiper would lay hands on the animal, symbolically identifying with the sacrifice. The animal served as a substitute as the person sought forgiveness and cleansing before God. But those sacrifices could never accomplish permanently what Jesus would ultimately accomplish.
Jesus became the perfect and final sacrifice for our sins. As Scripture says:
“We have been sanctified through the offering of the body of Jesus Christ once for all.” — Hebrews 10:10
Jesus did what no animal sacrifice could ever do. His sacrifice does not need to be repeated. The price has been paid. The work has been completed.
So today, walk in His forgiveness and grace. You do not have to live continually trying to earn what Jesus has already purchased for you. Receive His forgiveness, turn from sin, and live confidently in the grace made available through Christ.
Prayer
Lord Jesus, You have already completed the ultimate sacrifice for my sins, and no additional sacrifice will ever be needed. I am redeemed, forgiven, washed clean, and set free in You.
Thank You for Your sacrifice. Thank You that I do not have to earn Your forgiveness or attempt to pay a debt that You have already paid in full. Help me to walk today in the freedom, grace, and forgiveness You have given me.
I glorify You for who You are and for all You have done for me.
In Your name, Jesus, I pray. Amen.

When Our Priorities Get Out of Order

There is always something that needs our attention—family, plans, responsibilities, work, and problems that need to be solved. Life has a way of filling every available space. Doing these things is not wrong. They are important. The problem comes when what is important takes the place of what is most important.
Jesus gives us a simple order: Seek God first.
Our responsibilities will always be there. God doesn’t want us to pencil Him in after everything settles down or when we have extra time. Seek Him first. We can become so busy with the life God has given us that we unintentionally neglect our relationship with the One who gave it to us. We may say God is first, but where we spend our time can sometimes tell a different story. When we put God first, everything else begins to find its proper place. God doesn’t want us to stop caring about our responsibilities. He invites us to put Him at the center of them.
“But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be provided for you.” — Matthew 6:33
Reflection
Is there something good in my life that I have allowed to become more important than my
relationship with God?
Prayer
Heavenly Father, there are many things competing for my attention, and sometimes I become focused on what feels important in the moment instead of what is truly important. Teach me to seek You first. I want You to be more than a part of my life. I want You to be at the center of it.
In Your precious name, Amen.

Divine Blessings and Spiritual Grace

“The LORD will command the blessing on you in your storehouses and in all to which you set your hand, and He will bless you in the land which the LORD your God is giving you." ~Deuteronomy 28:8.

The Hebrew word for "blessing" used in the above scripture is berakah which means a divine blessing, spiritual grace, or continuous increase from God. If you could take the scripture out of context it might read, "The Lord will command continuous increase over you in everything you put your hand to". Wouldn't it be wonderful if everything we touched turned to gold; that there would never be sickness or death; there would never be another catastrophic event and life would be a sweet bed of roses. Yes, that would be wonderful but, that's not reality!

Deuteronomy 28 is sometimes referred to as the chapter of blessings and curses.The chapter begins with Moses telling the Israelites, "If you faithfully obey the voice of the Lord your God, being careful to do all His commandments...all these blessings will come on you ..." [v1-2]. The next 12 verses then list the blessings the Israelites would receive if they obeyed the commands God had given them.  However, if they chose to disobey those commands then they would suffer from many awful curses which are laid out in verses 15-68. That is fourteen verses of blessings and fifty three verses of curses...let that sink it! Let me tell you, I'm not going to be out worshipping idols but I do mess up and make mistakes often. Can you imagine living in fear of God putting a curse on you or your family. Thank you Heavenly Father for Your Amazing Grace!

Because of Jesus and His precious blood that He shed at Calvary we have the promise of divine blessings and spiritual grace without the worry of curses. We may not have the promise of wealth and prosperity in this old world but what we have is a far greater promise! "Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in the heavenly realms with every spiritual blessing in Christ."~Ephesians 1:3.
I would much rather have spiritual blessings, eternal life and the sweet peace that can only be found in a relationship with my precious Savior over anything this world has to offer!

Yes, there are still some consequences to face when we disobey God's Word but we also have the promise that Jesus' blood has covered our sins and washed us clean...forever! "For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life" ~John 3:16. I am so thankful His grace covers all my ugly mistakes.

Have you accepted Jesus as your Savior? Have you been washed in the blood? Do you have the promise of eternal life? If not, I encourage you to ask Him to come into your heart today! There is no amount of money that can buy the love, joy, peace, divine blessings, and spiritual grace you will receive when you give your heart to God! Please, don't wait another day, He is waiting with arms open wide...run to Jesus.


“The LORD will command the blessing on you in your storehouses and in all to which you set your hand, and He will bless you in the land which the LORD your God is giving you." ~Deuteronomy 28:8.

The Hebrew word for "blessing" used in the above scripture is berakah which means a divine blessing, spiritual grace, or continuous increase from God. [AI Overview]. If you could take the scripture out of context it might read, "The Lord will command continuous increase over you in everything you put your hand to". Wouldn't it be wonderful if everything we touched turned to gold; that there would never be sickness or death; there would never be another catastrophic event and life would be a sweet bed of roses. Yes, that would be wonderful but, that's not reality!

Deuteronomy 28 is sometimes referred to as the chapter of blessings and curses.The chapter begins with Moses telling the Israelites, "If you faithfully obey the voice of the Lord your God, being careful to do all His commandments...all these blessings will come on you ..." [v1-2]. The next 12 verses list the blessings the Israelites would receive if they obeyed the commands God had given them.  However, if they chose to disobey those commands then they would suffer from many awful curses which are laid out in verses 15-68. That is fourteen verses of blessings and fifty three verses of curses...let that sink it! Let me tell you, I'm not going to be out worshipping idols but I do mess up and make mistakes often. Can you imagine living in fear of God putting a curse on you or your family. Thank you Heavenly Father for Your Amazing Grace!

Because of Jesus and His precious blood that He shed at Calvary we have the promise of divine blessings and spiritual grace without the worry of curses. We may not have the promise of wealth and prosperity in this old world but what we have is a far greater promise! "Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in the heavenly realms with every spiritual blessing in Christ."~Ephesians 1:3.
I would much rather have spiritual blessings, eternal life and the sweet peace that can only be found in a relationship with my precious Savior over anything this world has to offer!

Yes, there are still some consequences to face when we disobey God's Word but we also have the promise that Jesus' blood has covered our sins and washed us clean...forever! "For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life" ~John 3:16. I am so thankful His grace covers all my ugly mistakes.

Have you accepted Jesus as your Savior? Have you been washed in the blood? Do you have the promise of eternal life? If not, I encourage you to ask Him to come into your heart today! There is no amount of money that can buy the love, joy, peace, divine blessings, and spiritual grace you will receive when you give your heart to God! Please, don't wait another day, He is waiting with arms open wide...run to Jesus.

You Are God’s Possession

Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name; you are Mine! (Isaiah 43:1b)
When a scripture says something like “do not fear,” I hope you realize that is not a suggestion; it is a command. God, your Father, tells you not to fear. And why not? Because He has redeemed you and, if that is not enough, He calls you by name and says you are His. You are a child of God! I know you may hear that a lot in church, but I do not think we really get that down into our spirit as we should. You are the possession of your God! He owns you; you belong to Him. Why should you fear anything? And of course,
the answer is you should not! I know there are times when all of us lose sight of this and allow fear to creep into our minds. We need to take charge of those thoughts and cast them out because they are not of God, they are of the enemy. Our God loves us, redeemed us, calls us His own, and commands us not to fear.
Father God, You know my every thought, my every desire, and my every action. Many times
those thoughts and desires are not holy and are not in complete line with Your Word. Nevertheless, in spite of everything that You know about me, You still claim me to be Your child. You are not ashamed of me. You will never abandon me. Instead, You have redeemed me, and You give me a command to not fear anything. You are an awesome God. I thank You for Your faithfulness and Your lovingkindness.
In Jesus’s name, I declare this. Amen.

Everything You’re Looking For Is Found in Him

“When you live a life of abandoned love, surrendered before the awe of God, here’s what you’ll experience: Abundant life, continued protection, and complete satisfaction.” — Proverbs 19:23 TPT
What an incredible promise! This verse gives us three beautiful pictures of what comes from a life surrendered to God: abundant life, continued protection, and complete satisfaction.
These are powerful reasons to follow Him, love Him, trust Him, and worship Him with our whole hearts.
There is goodness beyond measure in God’s Kingdom. There is safety and peace in His presence. There is a satisfaction for our souls that this world simply cannot provide—and because the world didn’t give it to us, the world cannot take it away.
We spend so much of our lives searching for the things we think will finally make us feel complete. We look for satisfaction in accomplishments, relationships, possessions, recognition, success, and even the approval of other people. Some of those things can be wonderful blessings, but none of them were designed to take the place of God.
Everything we are truly looking for is ultimately found in Him.
Only God can satisfy the deepest longings of our souls. He offers a freedom that circumstances cannot steal and an abundant life that is much deeper than simply having everything go our way. Abundant life is knowing that no matter what happens around us, we belong to Him.
God protects us even when we cannot see the danger. Think about how many times He may have redirected your steps, closed a door, delayed an answer, changed your plans, or kept something from happening—and you never even realized He was protecting you.
He sustains us even during the seasons when we think we are the ones holding everything together. We make our plans, work hard, solve problems, and try to stay in control, but underneath it all is the faithful hand of God. Every breath is a gift. Every new morning is evidence of His mercy. Every time we have made it through something we thought would break us is another reminder that God has been carrying us all along.
And He surrounds us with His love.
When we are tired, He strengthens us. When we are confused, He guides us. When we are afraid, He gives us peace. When we fall, He meets us with grace. When we feel empty, He reminds us that our satisfaction was never supposed to come from this world in the first place.
God’s promises are great, and He is faithful to fulfill them. His plans are greater than anything we could create for ourselves. We may not always understand what He is doing, but we can trust the One who is doing it.
Maybe today you don’t need more answers. Maybe you simply need to remember who your God is.
He is your Provider.
He is your Protector.
He is your Sustainer.
He is your Peace.
He is your Satisfaction.
He is your Father.
And when you realize who He is, worship becomes the natural response of a grateful heart.
As the song says…
What a God. What a God!!!
Prayer
God, You are an awesome and faithful God! I praise and worship You today for who You are and for every wonderful promise You have made. Thank You for the ways You protect me that I never see, the ways You provide for me that I sometimes overlook, and the way You continually sustain me with Your grace.
Help me stop looking to this world for something that can only be found in You. Teach me to live surrendered before You and to trust Your plans even when I cannot understand them. Thank You for Your abundant life, Your protection, Your peace, and the satisfaction that comes from knowing You.
Most of all, thank You that I can say with confidence and joy, I am Your child, and You are my God!
What a God You are!
In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

Through Our Tears

We might cry because we are hurting from disappointment, grieving a loss, or simply feeling
overwhelmed. Sometimes, we just cry. Our tears become the only words our hearts can find. We may feel tired—tired of trying to stay strong, tired of carrying burdens that feel heavier than we can bear, tired of wondering when things will get better.
But one thing is certain: our hearts are never hidden from God.
God does not dismiss our tears or tell us that we should be stronger. He sees the tears we shed when no one else is around. He knows the tears we hold back because we are trying to keep it together. He understands the pain we cannot explain.
Even when we do not understand His plan, He is present.
Sometimes faith does not look like having everything together. Sometimes faith looks like crying in God's presence and trusting that He is still holding us.
Let yourself cry. Give God the hurt you cannot put into words. Let Him carry what you are too exhausted to carry. You do not have to explain every tear to Him—He already knows.
Psalm 56:8 reminds us that God keeps a record of our tears. When you feel unseen or alone in your sadness, this verse reminds you that God knows exactly what you are going through.
Reflection Question
Are there tears I have been holding back because I feel like I need to be strong?
Heavenly Father, You see my tears, even the ones no one knows about. You know the grief,
worry, and exhaustion I carry. When all I can do is cry, remind me that You still hear me. Help
me give you the burdens I was never meant to carry alone. Comfort me when I am tired and my heart hurts. Thank you for being with me through every tear. Help me trust that even in sadness, You hold me in Your loving hands. .
In Jesus’ precious name, Amen.

You Don’t Live There Anymore

“Sin is no longer your master, for you no longer live under the requirements of the law. Instead, you live under the freedom of God’s grace.”
Romans 6:14 NLT
When you belong to Jesus, you don’t have to keep living like you’re still chained to what He has already set you free from.
As you continually yield your life to Christ, His grace leads you down a new pathway—one filled with peace, love, joy, and freedom. Under His leadership, He continues changing you, strengthening you, and moving you forward. You may still stumble at times. You may have moments when old habits, old thoughts, or old temptations try to pull you backward. But stumbling doesn’t mean you have to stay down.
Sin is no longer your master.
That means the controlling power sin once had over your life has been broken through Jesus. You don’t have to fight for freedom—you can learn to walk in the freedom Christ has already given you.
When we experience the freedom of Christ’s forgiveness, even the way we see our failures begins to change. Our mistakes no longer get to define who we are. Our past no longer gets to determine where we are going. Shame doesn’t get the final word. Fear doesn’t get the final word. Sin doesn’t get the final word.
Jesus does.
You don’t have to return to the same cycles that once kept you trapped in sin, shame, guilt, and fear. God’s grace isn’t permission to remain where you were; it is the power to become who He has called you to be.
So when the enemy reminds you of where you’ve been, remember where you live now.
You live under grace.
You walk in freedom.
You belong to Jesus.
You don’t live there anymore.
Prayer:
Thank You, Lord, that through Jesus we have been set free from the bondage of sin. Thank You that our failures do not define us and our past does not control our future. Help us to stop returning to the things You have already delivered us from and teach us to walk every day in the freedom of Your grace. We are forgiven, we are free, and we are forever covered by Your amazing grace! In the name of Jesus, Amen.

The Mystery of His Will

He made known to us the mystery of His will, according to His kind intention which He purposed in Him. (Ephesians 1:9)
The first four pronouns in this sentence referring to He/His are speaking of God the Father. The last pronoun in this sentence, Him, is referring to Jesus. God’s Word makes us aware of the mystery of His will, and He purposed His will to happen through Jesus. And what is the purpose of His will? In the scriptures preceding this one, Paul speaks of how we have been blessed with every spiritual blessing through Christ. He says that we were chosen before the foundation of the world that we would be holy and blameless before Him. It also means that He predestined us for adoption as sons through Jesus Christ. And finally, Paul says that through Jesus we have redemption through His blood and forgiveness of all of our trespasses according to the riches of His grace.
Yes, another lesson telling you that you have been redeemed by the blood of Jesus, you have been forgiven of all of your sins, and you have become an heir of God, a coheir with Christ. All of this is part of His divine will for you. He loves you. Not mentioned here, but also a part of His will, is that you worship Him and give Him glory by being His witnesses on this earth. You see, when you finally realize how much God loves you, and how much power He has given you, then boldness can rise up and you can become the warrior God called you to be. Condemnation has no place in your mind or body. Do not
let Satan rent space in your mind. Cast him out and as you go about your daily routines, be comforted knowing that God has chosen you before the beginning of time and has blessed you with every spiritual blessing. I know, sometimes you do not feel like you are blessed, especially when the everyday pressures of the world bare down on you, but you are a world overcomer. It does not matter how you feel. What matters is what God’s Word says, and it says He has made His will known to you and His will is that you be blessed with every spiritual blessing. Be at peace with this and do not be discouraged.
Father God, I continue to thank You that You have chosen me and have blessed me with every spiritual blessing. I thank You that Your Word clearly makes known what Your will is for my life. I know that You have nothing but good plans for me. I know that I am blessed, redeemed, and forgiven by the blood of Jesus. Knowing how much You love me gives me the strength to complete every task that lies before me. I ask for You, by the power of Your Holy Spirit, to remind me each day of my blessings and my redemption to help me remind those around me how much You love them also. I thank You in the name of
Jesus, my Savior, and Lord. Amen.

Stay Grounded in Gods Vision

If you have a calling to do God’s work, stay focused on it, no matter what it takes. Each
of us has unique gifts, talents, and testimonies that have shaped us into who we are
today. God wants to use us.
For some people, this comes naturally, but for others, it may be difficult to get exactly
where God wants us and to do what He has called us to do. It may mean going back to
school, leading a group, stepping out in faith, or doing things that may make you
uncomfortable.
When God calls us to something, He will also give us the strength and direction we
need to follow that calling. If you pray and ask God for direction and strength, He will
guide you. You may not always understand the path He is taking you on, but you can
trust that He has a purpose for your life and that He can use your gifts, talents,
experiences, and testimony for His glory.
Scripture:
“Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful
stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.” — 1 Peter 4:10
Reflection:
Is there something God has been calling you to do that you have been hesitant or afraid
to pursue?
Prayer:
Lord, help me recognize the talents and gifts You have given me and help me use them
for Your glory. When I feel afraid, uncomfortable, or uncertain, remind me that You are
with me. Give me wisdom and direction to follow the path You have called me to. Even
when I do not know what lies ahead, help me stay focused and trust Your plan for me.
Use my experiences, gifts, and my testimony to help others.
In Jesus’ name, Amen

"He's as close as the mention of His Name"

"The Lord is near to all who call upon Him, to all who call upon Him in truth." ~Psalm 145:18
As I was scrolling Facebook this afternoon I  heard someone mention one of my all time favorite songs from years past. As I listened to those lyrics I was reminded of a time not so long ago when I felt very cold and distant from God. In fact, I felt like God was a million miles away. I knew I was saved but I wasn't living in a covenant relationship with Him. I'm not sure how I allowed myself to drift so far away but I know my heart was not in a good place. I didn't have any desire to pray, I didn't want to read my Bible and I sure did not want to go to church. I can also remember how alone and discouraged I felt during that time. I was miserable and although I would have never admitted it at the time, I knew what or rather Who was missing in my life! I knew exactly what I needed to do but I wasn't ready to surrender my will...I was fighting a battle between good and evil, right and wrong. But God!
Music has always been a huge part of my life. Many times, it has been a song that ministered to my heart and brought conviction. One of the songs that has had that effect on me is the one I heard today, "He's As Close as the Mention of His Name."* That is also one of the songs that God used to draw me back to Him during that dark season of my life. I can't remember exactly where I heard it, or if the lyrics just came to mind, I just know God knew exactly what I needed to hear to soften my hardened heart. 
Still today, every time I hear that song, the tears flow and I'm reminded that whatever situation I'm facing, He is as close as the mention of His Name! I'm so thankful I know without a doubt that He hears me every time I say His name! "Because He has inclined His ear to me, Therefore I will call upon Him as long as I live." ~Psalm 116:2.
If you are at that place in your life, if you have drifted away from God and you feel cold and lonely remember,  "...the Lord is near!"  ~Philippians 4:5. Jesus can turn whatever situation you are facing around! It doesn't matter how ugly your life may be, or what sin you are walking in today, He loves you!  Remember, you are never too far from God that He won't welcome you back.
If you've never accepted Him as your Lord and Savior, there is no better time than right this minute. He is as close as the mention of His name and He's waiting for you to call on Him! Jesus, Jesus...
 In the very thought of Jesus His presence can be found. He's as close as the mention of His name. There is never any distance between my Lord and me. He's as close as the mention of His name.
He's as close as the mention of His name.
Jesus, Jesus.
He's as close as the mention of His name.
Jesus, Jesus
In my hour of struggle so many times I've found
Just to breathe the name of Jesus can turn everything around. He's as close as the mention of His name.

Christian Love

Christian love is more than just being kind to those who are kind to us. It means choosing
forgiveness, patience, grace, and compassion, even when it is difficult.
God calls us to love others because He first loved us. We may not always agree with someone or
understand their choices, but we can still choose to treat them with the love of Christ. Our love for others should reflect the mercy, love, and grace that God has shown us.
Loving others does not mean we have to agree with everything they do. Sometimes love means setting healthy boundaries while still choosing forgiveness and kindness. Jesus showed us how to love people with compassion, even when they are broken, difficult, or different from us.
When we choose love instead of anger, grace instead of judgment, and forgiveness instead of bitterness, we become a reflection of Christ to those around us. We may never know how much one simple act of kindness can mean to someone who is hurting.
Scripture:
“Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.” — 1 Peter 4:8
Reflection:
Am I showing others the same grace and forgiveness that God has shown me?
Prayer:
Lord, help me love others the way You love me. Give me grace when I am hurt, patience when I am frustrated, and forgiveness when it is difficult. Let my words and actions reflect Your love and show others Your heart.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.

"Redeemed by His Grace"

In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of His grace. (Ephesians 1:7)
The devil’s most powerful weapon against us is condemnation. He likes to continuously remind us of things we did in the past that we are not proud of, and we all have such things. If we let the past condemn us, we cannot see a successful future. I am going to present several devotions on redemption so you can realize who you are in Christ because once you realize that, the devil cannot condemn you.
We know that the Old Testament is based on law and the New Testament is based on grace. Today’s scripture points out that you have redemption through the blood of Jesus and that redemption grants you forgiveness for ALL of your trespasses you have ever committed and ALL you will commit before going to your heavenly home. All of this is a result of God’s grace. Your forgiveness comes from love. This is the
Father’s love for His only begotten Son and the Father’s love for you; it is also Jesus’s love for you. When Jesus died on the cross, He died for all mankind—not just the Jews—but all mankind. This includes those that brought about every atrocity ever committed. All the evil in the world can be forgiven if the evildoers will submit to God’s grace and receive Jesus as their Lord and Savior. Jesus’s death covers all the sins that were ever committed and ever will be committed for the rest of this planet’s existence as we know it.
All this is the result of His grace. You are covered with grace even though you have done absolutely nothing to deserve it, and there is nothing you can do to earn it. It is God’s love for you. Receive it and walk in God’s forgiveness.
When the devil puts thoughts in your mind, reminding you of all the horrible things you have done, you can say “yes devil, you are correct. I did do those horrible things, but you know what, Jesus died for me so those things are all totally erased. My slate is clean. I am a child of God. You have no place in my mind or body. Be gone from me in the name of Jesus.” Then move on, holding you head high and give praise to your God.
Thank You, Father, for Your grace that abounds to all mankind even though we have done
absolutely nothing to deserve it, nor can we earn it, nor can we pay You back in any way. It is truly unconditional love that You have for us, a love that we can only think about but cannot fully comprehend. I thank You again for that love, and while I cannot pay You back for all that You have done and will do for me, I resolve to serve You with all my heart and to make every attempt to fulfill the call that You have placed on my life. I am not worthy of that call based on my own merit, but Your righteousness makes me worthy. Continue to guide me in that call by the power of Your Holy Spirit. In Jesus’s name, I pray. Amen.

"God, the lifter of my head"

"But you, O LORD, are a shield about me, my glory, and the lifter of my head." ~Psalm 3:3

Do you ever have days that you don't want to lift your head...you would rather stay in bed than face the outside world? I'm pretty sure we all have days like that! The cares of life can weigh us down at times. It can be anything from pressure on the job, relationship issues, stress of running a busy household, financial burdens, sickness...so many things can bog us down if we let it! And when we allow those feelings to take control, it's not pretty and it's definitely not a good place to be!

I've noticed in my own life, when I "allow" myself to get to this place, I start thinking about all the negative things that life has tossed my way. And let me tell you, my mind can bring up some past hurts and ugly messes real quick if I let it. Then before long, I'm in a sad, discouraged, poor pitiful me mindset. That's when I do not want to lift my head at all...I just want to wallow in that mud hole...and that's not good!  Do any of you relate?

Now, we can say, it's satan that's causing us to have those negative feelings, however, I kinda think we give him way too much credit for things we bring on ourself. Oh, he's lurking out there alright, but, as a child of God, we have control over our feelings, our desires and our thoughts! "And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God." ~Romans 12:2. We have a choice everyday between good and evil, joy and sadness, peace or discontent!  We can choose to stay in that negative, downtrodden mindset, or we can get up, crawl out of that muddy pit and say "not today!". “Today I have given you the choice between life and death, between blessings and curses. Now I call on heaven and earth to witness the choice you make. Oh, that you would choose life, so that you and your descendants might live!"  ~Deuteronomy 30:19.

So how do we change our negative mindset?  "Pray First" as my bracelet I wear everyday says! "Pray first" before you get out of bed, when the morning is new. I promise, when you start your day with God, just a 5 minute prayer will make for a much better day! "You will show me the path of life; in Your presence is fullness of joy; at Your right hand are pleasures forevermore."  ~Psalm 16:11.

Next,  take the time to get in the Word! You will be surprised what a few minutes in His Word can do for you! "For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart." ~Hebrews 4:11
 
One more thing...find a scripture that ministers to your situation and memorize it. Then every time those negative thoughts pop in your head, quote that scripture, say it over and over every day until you have victory over those negative thoughts! My go-to scripture is Jeremiah 29:11, "For I know the plans I have for you [me] declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future". I claimed this scripture many years ago for my son and I will continue to cling to it every day for myself and my family!

Remember, it's a choice...what are you choosing today?  

Father God, thank you for giving me hope and a future. As Your Word declares You are the giver of life and life more abundantly. You are my strength and my source! Today, I choose to lift my head, I choose blessings, I choose joy, I choose life and life more abundantly in You. I give you all the praise, the honor and the glory, in Christ Name I pray, Amen.

God Is So Good

He is good when life is good, and He is good when we go through difficulties. The Lord is merciful. Not only does He give us what we deserve, but He gives us what we don’t deserve. He doesn’t treat us according to our mistakes but shows compassion. Even when our circumstances change, He remains faithful. We can trust that His promises will be fulfilled. We never have to walk through challenging seasons alone. God is with us through our grief, uncertainty, and joy. When we stop and look around, we can see evidence of God’s goodness in more ways than we realize. His goodness is found in both amazing blessings and the simple gifts we sometimes take for granted.
The Bible tells us about Job, a man who loved God and lived faithfully, yet his life suddenly became filled with challenges. He lost his possessions, his health, and his children. Job experienced deep grief and did not understand what God was doing. Yet he continued to turn to God. Even when he could not see the purpose behind his suffering, he acknowledged God’s greatness and remained connected to Him.
Many people experience suffering because of disobedience, but others suffer while walking closely with God. God allowed Job to go through great struggles, yet Job never blamed God. In the end, God blessed him abundantly.
Job’s story reminds us that God’s goodness remains constant regardless of what we are going through. Job 42:5 reads, “My ears had heard of you but now my eyes have seen you.”
Reflection
How has God shown His goodness to you when life has not gone the way you expected?
Scripture
Psalm 34:8
“Taste and see that the LORD is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him.”
Prayer
Heavenly Father, we have so many reasons to praise You. Thank You for Your unfailing love and for the blessings we see and those we may never realize You have given us. Thank You for being faithful when we are uncertain and for reminding us that we never have to walk through life alone.
Lord, help us recognize Your goodness even when our circumstances are difficult. Open our eyes daily to the blessings You give us and help us focus on the simple things. You are worthy of all our praise.
In Jesus’ precious name,
Amen.

When Your Heart Is Troubled

“Do not let your heart be troubled; believe in God, believe also in Me.” — John 14:1 NASB
When the disciples realized Jesus would be leaving them, they were distressed. They didn’t know what was coming next or understand how God’s plan was going to unfold. But Jesus did.
Jesus knew what was ahead—the cross, the resurrection, and everything the disciples would soon face. Yet He didn’t dismiss their fear or tell them that their feelings didn’t matter. Instead, He met their troubled hearts with compassion. His words were gentle, encouraging, and filled with hope: “Believe in God, believe also in Me.”
Jesus was reminding them that even when they couldn’t understand the plan, they could still trust the One who held the plan. He will do the same for you.
There will be seasons when you don’t know what comes next. You may feel anxious about your family, your finances, your health, your job, or simply what tomorrow holds. When those thoughts begin to overwhelm you, remember the faithfulness of God. Think about the times He has carried you before. Remind yourself that His character has not changed and His promises are still true. Worry asks, “What if?” Faith says, “Even if, God is still faithful.”
You don’t have to know every detail of tomorrow to trust the God who is already there. Instead of allowing your thoughts to drown in worry, turn them toward Him. Pray. Remember His promises. Recall His faithfulness. Let what you know about God become louder than what you fear about the future. The disciples couldn’t see what Jesus could see. They didn’t understand everything that was happening, but Jesus was still in control. And the same is true today. When your heart is troubled, remember this: God already holds the future you’re worried about. You may not understand His plan yet, but you can trust His heart. He will comfort you, show you compassion, and faithfully lead you through whatever comes next.
Prayer:
Lord, I trust You with my future even when I don’t understand what You are doing. When my heart becomes troubled, help me turn my thoughts toward You instead of toward my fears. Remind me of Your faithfulness and help me believe Your promises. I know You are with me, You are good, and my future is safe in Your hands. Amen.

The Holy Spirit Is Your Teacher

“Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name; you are Mine!” (Isaiah 43:1b) In this Old Testament scripture, God is talking to His people Israel, and He is telling them not to fear for He has redeemed them and He calls them by name. He declares they are His. Yes, this is before Jesus came to the earth, but if this was true in the Old Testament, how much more is it true today after Jesus came, suffered, and died for your sins? His blood redeems you and you are now a child of God and a coheir with Jesus. You are a world overcomer (1 John 5:4-5), more than conquerors (Romans 8:37), you are the head and not the tail, above only and not beneath (Deuteronomy 28:13). You have not been
given a spirit of fear, but one of power, and of love, and of a sound mind (2 Timothy 1:7). Considering all of this you should be more resistant to fear than the people of the Old Testament. Walk through this day with your head held high knowing that you are redeemed, and God calls you by name—He knows every hair on your head. You are His child, therefore walk without fear in whatever you do today. Be bold and courageous ! Be blessed and be thankful this day. Thank You, Father God that You have redeemed me by the blood of Jesus. Thank You, Father, that I am Yours and that You have not given me a spirit of fear but a redeemed spirit that is full of Your power. As I walk through my busy day, I know that You walk with me but remind me of these facts when the cares of a the world close in on me and my concerns for my health, family, and work try to get the best of me. I will not fear, for You are with me. In Jesus’s name, I pray. Amen.