Joy in Verse Encouragement for 20231102

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Today is a beautiful day, because “The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. ‘The Lord is my portion,’ says my soul, ‘therefore I will hope in him.’” (Lamentations 3: 22-24 ESV)   Steadfast   #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday

Prayer for Today

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Father, You are righteous and holy. There is no one like you. My offerings cannot compare to the joy of your salvation. Let my praise be known by others around me. Let them see You working in my life. Let them understand the comfort You have bestowed. Let them grasp the importance of your presence … Read more

Joy in Verse Encouragement for 20231101

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Today is a beautiful day, because “Thus says the Lord: ‘Let not the wise man boast in his wisdom, let not the mighty man boast in his might, let not the rich man boast in his riches, but let him who boasts boast in this, that he understands and knows me, that I am the … Read more

Prayer for Today

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Lord, as a child I asked how could I love someone I could not see. As a believer, I sense your presence. I hear You singing over me. I hear your whispers, and I know your peace. I have seen You at work in my life. I have seen answered prayers. I see my future … Read more

Joy in Verse Encouragement for 20231031

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Today is a beautiful day, because “I will recount the steadfast love of the LORD, the praises of the LORD, according to all that the LORD has granted us, and the great goodness to the house of Israel that he has granted them according to his compassion, according to the abundance of his steadfast love.” … Read more

Prayer for Today

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Father, I know peace and assurance because You are in control. I praise you in the name and authority of Jesus. Amen.   “The Lord is high above all nations, and his glory above the heavens! Who is like the Lord our God, who is seated on high, who looks far down on the heavens … Read more

Joy in Verse Encouragement for 20231030

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Today is a beautiful day, because God promises the steadfast love He showed to David, “Incline your ear, and come to me; hear, that your soul may live; and I will make with you an everlasting covenant, my steadfast, sure love for David.” (Isaiah 55:3 ESV) Steadfast #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday

Prayer for Today

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Father, your Word bolsters my faith as I study this morning. With the headlines and airwaves full of threatening news, I lean into the encouragement of the Psalms. You are the rock that is higher than I. You are the shelter in the storm of reality. Your promises are steadfast. Your covenant remains true. I … Read more

Joy in Verse Encouragement for 20231028

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Today is a beautiful day, because “‘For the mountains may depart and the hills be removed, but my steadfast love shall not depart from you, and my covenant of peace shall not be removed,’ says the LORD, who has compassion on you.” (Isaiah 54:10 ESV)   Steadfast   #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday

Prayer for Today

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Father, thank you for your Scriptures that help me learn more of who You are. You redeemed me and brought me into your household forever. Your Holy Spirit leads me to understand more with every minute I spend in your Word. Remind me to turn to You with each decision, so I make wise choices … Read more