Joy in Verse Encouragement for 20231202

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Today is a beautiful day, because “And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.” (James 1: 4 ESV)   Steadfast   #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday

Prayer for Today

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Lord, I don’t want to flee from You, because You are my refuge. I’ve discovered than when I move away from You, I move toward fear. When I move toward You, I move toward peace. I choose peace in your name above all names, Jesus, according to the good and perfect will of the Father. … Read more

Joy in Verse Encouragement for 20231201

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Today is a beautiful day, because “Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness.” (James 1: 2-3 ESV) Steadfast #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday

Prayer for Today

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Father, thank you for this prayer from David who reminds me of your steadfast love and faithfulness. Help me be intentionally steadfast in my love for You as troubles and strife between nations and people groups swirl. Allow me the wisdom to share your love with those who cross my path today. Grant me your … Read more

Joy in Verse Encouragement for 20231130

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Today is a beautiful day, because “We have this as a sure and steadfast anchor of the soul, a hope that enters into the inner place behind the curtain, where Jesus has gone as a forerunner on our behalf, having become a high priest forever after the order of Melchizedek.” (Hebrews 6: 19-20 ESV)   … Read more

Prayer for Today

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Lord, I’m at somewhat of a loss for words today. I’m not sure why. This passage stands out to me, the whole psalm repeats the phrase that your steadfast love endures forever. Repetition indicates importance of the thought. So, I want to pause and soak it in. Your love for me doesn’t change no matter … Read more

Joy in Verse Encouragement for 20231129

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Today is a beautiful day, because “Older men are to be sober-minded, dignified, self-controlled, sound in faith, in love, and in steadfastness.” (Titus 2:2 ESV) Steadfast #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday

Prayer for Today

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Holy Spirit, keep me focused on Jesus. Let me revel in the love of Him and the joy of my family gatherings, but don’t allow the glitz and sparkle of the worldly celebrations outshine the glory of His salvation. I want to rest in His mercy, recline in His peace that surpasses understanding and renew … Read more

Joy in Verse Encouragement for 20231128

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Today is a beautiful day, because Paul speaks of the Lord’s rescue, “You, however, have followed my teaching, my conduct, my aim in life, my faith, my patience, my love, my steadfastness, my persecutions and sufferings that happened to me at Antioch, at Iconium, and at Lystra—which persecutions I endured; yet from them all the … Read more

Prayer for Today

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Lord, your name endures forever. You are renowned throughout time. There is none like You. The universes are your creation. You own it all. You control it all. You do as you please. I pray for the nations to find unity and peace. May it please You to create in us a heart to love … Read more