Joy in Verse Encouragement for 20190628

Today is a beautiful day, because Paul continued to preach even though the Holy Spirit testified to him that imprisonment and affliction awaited him, “But I do not account my life of any value nor as precious to myself, if only I may finish my course and the ministry that I received from the Lord … Read more

Prayer for Today

You have measured me and found me lacking, Lord. I am not wise enough, courageous enough, strong enough nor powerful enough. But for your Holy Spirit, I am nothing worthy of your attention. He is your glory in my midst. You are the Lord of my flesh, my wisdom, my source of courage and strength. … Read more

Joy in Verse Encouragement for 20190627

Today is a beautiful day, because “The God who made the world and everything in it, being Lord of heaven and earth, does not live in temples made by man, nor is he served by human hands, as though he needed anything, since he himself gives to all mankind life and breath and everything.” (Acts … Read more

Prayer for Today

I sense it, Lord, this sanctification process, I sense it going on in me. My spirit testifies with your Holy Spirit, and I welcome the change. Keep making a new thing in me. Keep making a way, streams in my desert, when dry days take my breath away and when abundant days call for celebrating … Read more

Joy in Verse Encouragement for 20190626

Today is a beautiful day, because the Gentiles heard and believed, “And when the Gentiles heard this, they began rejoicing and glorifying the word of the Lord, and as many as were appointed to eternal life believed.” (Acts 13:48 ESV) Life #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday

Prayer for Today

Jesus, be revealed. Let the Spirit rain down. Let dreams and visions point to you and begin an eternal journey that honors and glorifies you. I ask in your precious name and authority, and according to the good and perfect will of the Father. Amen. “And in the last days it shall be, God declares, … Read more

Joy in Verse Encouragement for 20190625

Today is a beautiful day, because Peter taught that the gospel is for everyone, “When they heard these things they fell silent. And they glorified God, saying, ‘Then to the Gentiles also God has granted repentance that leads to life.’” (Acts 11:18 ESV) Life #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday

Prayer for Today

Father God, keep us fresh in sharing your steadfast love to those around us. Give us new ideas to capture hearts for your glory. I ask in the precious name of Jesus, according to your good and perfect will. Amen. “Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor.” (Romans 12:10 ESV)

Joy in Verse Encouragement for 20190624

Today is a beautiful day, because Philip could speak from personal experience with Jesus when asked about whom the prophet described in Isaiah, “Like a sheep he was led to the slaughter and like a lamb before its shearer is silent, so he opens not his mouth. In his humiliation justice was denied him. Who … Read more

Prayer for Today

Yahweh Rapha, you are the God who heals. There is no other like you. I praise you for your mercies. I praise you for your miracles. I thank you in the name of Jesus, the greatest miracle of all, according to your good and perfect will. Amen. “There the LORD made for them a statute … Read more