“The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light. For those who lived in a land of deep shadows—light! sunbursts of light!”—Isaiah 9:2 (MSG)

God is the bright pathway to fulfilling your deepest longings and His Word will fill your heart with His light. Have faith that even when it feels like you are walking in the dark, prayer and Scripture will show you the way forward. In turn, your faith-guided journey can help others find their own way out of the darkness.

Heavenly Father, help me shine Your glorious light on those around me.

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He replied, “If you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mulberry tree, ‘Be uprooted and planted in the sea,’ and it will obey you.”—Luke 17:6 (NIV)

Jesus tells you that a fragment of faith is all you need to do the impossible. No matter how strong your faith is right now, it is enough. Even the smallest seed of trust in God can overcome mountainous obstacles.

Lord, help me put this truth into action and firmly believe with all my heart that anything is possible.

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I love you, Lord, my strength.—Psalm 18:1 (NIV)

Get in the habit of asking Jesus for His help when you need courage. Pray, “Jesus, make me strong.” Know that He will empower you to overcome whatever challenge lies ahead.

Almighty Father, thank You for giving me the strength I need to rise above every obstacle, to endure what might seem unendurable—to prevail!

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The grace of the Lord Jesus be with God’s people. Amen.—Revelation 22:21 (NIV)

The word “Amen” is a Hebrew word meaning “Yes, this is true” When you end a prayer with “Amen,” you are asserting your belief that God will hear and answer your prayer. The last word in the Bible is Amen, signifying that all of God’s Word is trustworthy and reliable.

Dear Lord, align my thoughts and actions with Your word. May I strive to be as truthful and trustworthy as You. Amen.

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God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.—2 Timothy 1:7 (ESV)

How do you respond to emergencies? Is your gut reaction to panic? The more you commit to spending devotional time with God, the more likely you are to stay calm during a crisis. You will keep a level head and feel His strength, rather than your fear.

Lord, the more time I spend with You, the more likely I am to respond to fearful situations with Your power and love.

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A good man out of the good treasure of the heart bringeth forth good things: and an evil man out of the evil treasure bringeth forth evil things.—Matthew 12:35 (KJV)

Jesus taught that your words mirror your true spiritual condition. When you have nurtured your faith, your words are good treasure. Conversely, your words can be evil if your focus is on anger, bitterness and resentment. Your outlook and disposition reflect whatever you have stored in your heart.

Lord, help me hold on to good treasure so that I speak out of the abundance of my heart.

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A time is coming and, in fact has come when you will be scattered, each to your own home. You will leave me all alone. Yet I am not alone, for my Father is with me.—John 16:32 (NIV)

Are you comfortable doing things alone? This verse reminds us that fear should not stop you from experiencing life to the fullest. If you want to do something—rather than waiting to find someone who will go with you—recognize that any adventure can be possible with God as your companion.

Lord, thank You for being my closest friend—or encouraging me to explore new places and things and for going with me when I fear going alone.

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Nor do they light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a lampstand, and it gives light to all who are in the house.—Matthew 5:15 (NKJV)

Are you shining your light on others? Sometimes fear can stop us from moving forward on the path that God has placed before us. If you are feeling stretched in a new role that is opening up for you, pray. Ask God to help you refocus your energy—away from your insecurities and back onto Him.

Thank You, dear Lord, for believing in me, even when I doubt myself. Guide me to hand my vulnerabilities over to You so that my gifts and talents can shine.

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But Jesus Himself would often slip away to the wilderness and pray.—Luke 5:16 (NASB)

Jesus often went off alone to spend time in prayer. Do you make time in your day to get lost in the vastness of nature—whether that be on a hike in the woods or a walk in the park? As you spend time with Him amidst the beauty of His creation, your faith will grow stronger and steadier.

Lord, You renew my strength in so many beautiful ways! Let me follow Your example and slip off into the wilderness to pray.

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As far as the east is from the west, so far has he removed our transgressions from us.—Psalm 103:12 (NIV)

This psalm reassures us that God completely forgives our wrongdoings. There is no transgression so great that He cannot completely forgive you. When you bring your regrets to God, He, in His mercy, removes all evidence of your offense.

Lord, thank You for forgiving my shortcomings and guiding me forward to a life that aligns with Your will and is graced by Your peace.

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Good sense makes a man slow to anger, and it is his glory to overlook an offense.—Proverbs 19:11 (RSV)

Charles Spurgeon said, “Do not say, ‘I cannot help having a bad temper.’ Friend, you must help it. Pray to God to help you overcome it at once, for either you must kill it, or it will kill you. You cannot carry a bad temper into heaven.” Slow down your anger and rise above provocation. Build up resistance to anger by letting this verse guide your thinking.

Dear Lord, help me resolve differences with love and compassion and strive for solutions that bring peace and harmony.

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Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us.—Ephesians 3:20 (NIV)

Open your mind to your true potential. What you think of yourself defines your boundaries and limits what you think you are capable of. Often people reject a dream or goal because they mistakenly believe it’s beyond their abilities. Push away these thoughts—and ask God to help you stretch your self-image to see what He sees when He looks at you.

Heavenly Father, open my mind to consider new possibilities, new goals, new friendships, and new ways of thinking about myself.

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Hallelujah! Praise God from heaven, praise him from the mountaintops; Praise him, all you his angels, praise him, all you his warriors, Praise him, sun and moon, praise him, you morning stars; Praise him, high heaven, praise him, heavenly rain clouds; Praise, oh let them praise the name of God—he spoke the word, and there they were!—Psalm 148:1 (MSG)

Try to say the above verse without sounding excited. It’s almost impossible! Just reading the words fills you with the joy of knowing that you serve a mighty God. When your spirit needs a boost, spend a few minutes praising Jesus. Invite joy into your life. Praise Him for who He is, what He’s done and what He has promised to do.

Heavenly Father, thank You for being my victorious Savior, best friend and Holy Lord.

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“The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. He will take great delight in you; in his love he will no longer rebuke you, but will rejoice over you with singing.”—Zephaniah 3:17 (NIV)

The prophet Zephaniah warned others that a day of judgment would come. Yet there was no reason to fear, because God had chosen them and received them. When fear enters your heart, pray. Ask Him to calm your worries.

Lord, work in me to change my emotions. I ask for Your peace to guard my heart and mind.

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“The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. He will take great delight in you; in his love he will no longer rebuke you, but will rejoice over you with singing.”—Zephaniah 3:17 (NIV)

The prophet Zephaniah warned others that a day of judgment would come. Yet there was no reason to fear, because God had chosen them and received them. When fear enters your heart, pray. Ask Him to calm your worries.

Lord, work in me to change my emotions. I ask for Your peace to guard my heart and mind.

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Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.—Philippians 4:5–6 (NIV)

Everyone knows that trust builds over time. Reflection your life and the many times God helped you out of a bind or gave you wisdom and perseverance to overcome difficult circumstances. Know that His love for you is infinite and unshakable. When you knock, He will open the door.

Dear God, my soul waits upon You. I trust that You will always answer me.

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Before they call I will answer; while they are still speaking I will hear.—Isaiah 65:24 (NIV)

God knows what you need. Sometimes He answers prayers before they are even prayed. Release your concerns and center your heart on Him. Be patient and trust Him to give you what you need. Even when His answers differ from your desires, continue to believe and trust Him.

Heavenly Father, it is through my prayers to You that I know You better every day.

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