Joy in Verse Encouragement for 20190725

Today is a beautiful day, because God taught Paul to depend solely on him, “For we do not want you to be unaware, brothers, of the affliction we experienced in Asia. For we were so utterly burdened beyond our strength that we despaired of life itself. Indeed, we felt that we had received the sentence … Read more

Prayer for Today

Jesus, reveal yourself today to those who don’t have the opportunity to openly explore and learn your story and the hope of salvation. You can make a way where there seems to be none. You can provide streams in the desert. I ask in your precious and powerful name, according to the good and perfect … Read more

Joy in Verse Encouragement for 20190724

Today is a beautiful day, because we have hope in Christ, “If in Christ we have hope in this life only, we are of all people most to be pitied. But in fact Christ has been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep.” (1 Corinthians 15: 19-20 ESV) Life #joyinverse … Read more

Prayer for Today

Heavenly Father, may we take a few moments in your holy presence, relishing your perfect love and nature. May we delight in it. May we enjoy and use the special talents you give us to express what it is like being close to your heart and resting between your powerful shoulders. I ask in the … Read more

Joy in Verse Encouragement for 20190723

Today is a beautiful day, because Paul explains, “Only let each person lead the life that the Lord has assigned to him, and to which God has called him. This is my rule in all the churches.” (1 Corinthians 7:17 ESV) Life #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday

Prayer for Today

Holy Spirit, take these seeds we plant and grow the fruit of your gospel truth. Whether by soul-deep conviction or by dreams and visions, increase the intensity to accept Jesus as Lord in the hearts of those we touch for your glory. I ask in the name and authority of Jesus, without whom there is … Read more

Joy in Verse Encouragement for 20190722

Today is a beautiful day, because Paul discusses settling disputes outside the church, “Do you not know that we are to judge angels? How much more, then, matters pertaining to this life!” (1 Corinthians 5: 3 ESV) Life #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday

Prayer for Today

Precious Jesus, may we take time today to delight in you. May we worship at your feet. May we apply our creativity to our activities that praise you and glorify you name. May we rest between your powerful shoulders and know we are deeply and sacrificially loved by you. I ask in your holy name … Read more

Joy in Verse Encouragement for 20190721

Today is a beautiful day, because Paul spoke against divisions in the church, “So let no one boast in men. For all things are yours, whether Paul or Apollos or Cephas or the world or life or death or the present or the future—all are yours, and you are Christ’s, and Christ is God’s.” (1 … Read more