Category: Christian Living

Looking to God

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Micah 7 does not start out very hopeful. The prophet saw some horrible things. In this verse, he shows his commitment to hope in and wait for God. He knows that God as the object of his hope will not disappoint.

No matter what you are facing today, God will give hope. Go to Him. He waits with open arms.

Dear Heavenly Father, please help us to hope in You. Thank You that You are trustworthy. We need to remember that. I will watch for what You will do.

I pray this in Jesus’ name.

God is so good.

Praise for God’s Protection

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I love the Psalms. The writer talks about the troubles that he faced. However, he still comes around to praising God. The beginning of this Psalm is a joyful prayer for God’s protection in trouble.

We face many different troubles. Those who follow God have His protection available.

Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for the prayers of protection that can bring us comfort in trouble. Thank You for the help You send.

I praise this in Jesus’ name.

God is so good.

Confidence

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I love the promise in Hebrews 4:16. This passage talks about the bold confidence we can have to seek help from our Heavenly Father. Verse 15 gives some insight into why we can be bold. Jesus came to earth to live the life of a man – a man with weaknesses. Jesus understands the ways we are tempted. While He didn’t sin, He still has compassion for our struggle with sin.

So no matter what you are facing today, go boldly to the throne of grace. Your Heavenly Father is waiting with open arms to help you with whatever you need.

Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for being available and understanding of our weaknesses. Please help us to remember to approach Your throne to receive grace and mercy in our time of need.

I pray this in Jesus’ name.

God is so good.

With You

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The Bible tells us of the many battles that Joshua fought. His battles were against a literal enemy with physical weapons. Most of us face different kinds of battles. Battles of varied degrees of difficulty. No matter the battle you are facing today, God has told us several times in the Bible that we can be courageous. The reason we can be courageous – is that God is with us. Those of us who have trusted in Jesus to save us from our sin have the ministry of the Holy Spirit. He helps us with the many problems we find in our lives. I am so thankful God has provided help for the battles I will face.

Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for the many ways You help us to be strong and courageous. Please help us to remember that You are willing to give strength as we come to You for help.

I pray this in Jesus’ name.

God is so good.