Bible Verses - May
 

May 1

When I said, “My foot is slipping,” your unfailing love, Lord, supported me. Psalm 94:18

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Daniel 10:19a, NLT "“Don’t be afraid,” he said, “for you are very precious to God. Peace! Be encouraged! Be strong!”"

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“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11

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Psalm 46:7 (NIV) The Lord Almighty is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress.

Thought: Everywhere you go, He's there.

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But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect... —1 Peter 3:15

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Exodus 23:25 Worship the LORD your God, and his blessing will be on your food and water. I will take away sickness from among you,

Count yourselves dead to sin but alive to God in Christ Jesus. - Romans 6:11

Thought: Wanted Dead and Alive!

May 2

2 Timothy 1:9 He has saved us and called us to a holy life — not because of anything we have done but because of his own purpose and grace. This grace was given us in Christ Jesus before the beginning of time,

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Finally, brothers and sisters, rejoice! Strive for full restoration, encourage one another, be of one mind, live in peace. And the God of love and peace will be with you. 2 Corinthians 13:11

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Deuteronomy 10:17, ESV "For the LORD your God is God of gods and Lord of lords, the great, the mighty, and the awesome God..."

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Yes, everything else is worthless when compared with the infinite value of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake I have discarded everything else, counting it all as garbage, so that I could gain Christ. - Philippians 3:8

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Whom have I in heaven but you? And earth has nothing I desire besides you. My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever. – Psalm 73:25-26

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"The LORD is the portion of mine inheritance and of my cup: thou maintainest my lot." Psalms 16:5

If God is for us, who can be against us? - Romans 8:31

Thought: You may not feel strong against the world, but God is!

A cheerful look brings joy to the heart, and good news gives health to the bones. - Proverbs 15:30

Thought: A cheerful look and healing word begin with Jesus.

May 3

Romans 12:2 Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is — his good, pleasing and perfect will.

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Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. Jeremiah 29:12

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Amos 9:11 (NIV) "In that day I will restore David's fallen tent. I will repair its broken places, restore its ruins, and build it as it used to be," declares the Lord, who will do these things.

Thought: God can do the same thing in your life, with your marriage, with your family, wherever brokenness exits.

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We know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. Romans 8:28

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Psalm 138:1-7
I will praise you, Lord, with all my heart;
before the “gods” I will sing your praise.
I will bow down toward your holy temple
and will praise your name
for your unfailing love and your faithfulness,
for you have so exalted your solemn decree
that it surpasses your fame.
When I called, you answered me;
you greatly emboldened me.

May all the kings of the earth praise you, Lord,
when they hear what you have decreed.
May they sing of the ways of the Lord,
for the glory of the Lord is great.

Though the Lord is exalted, he looks kindly on the lowly;
though lofty, he sees them from afar.
Though I walk in the midst of trouble,
you preserve my life.
You stretch out your hand against the anger of my foes;
with your right hand you save me.

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"Therefore my heart is glad, and my glory rejoiceth: my flesh also shall rest in hope." Psalms 16:9

May 4

Be silent before God. Ask that your ears may be unblocked to hear him.

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Philippians 4:8 Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.

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"Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name." Psalms 100:4

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God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Psalm 46:1

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Proverbs 18:10, NKJV "The name of the LORD is a strong tower; The righteous run to it and are safe."

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And he said, “My presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.” Exodus 33:14, RSV

Dear Father in heaven, we thank you for guiding us on all our ways with power from on high. We thank you that again and again you have led us through the darkness on a path of light. Looking back, we cannot be thankful enough. May our hearts turn to you and be filled with quiet certainty in all we are still awaiting. Remember us and remember the many who lie under heavy bondage. Let the time come when you will bring a great deliverance to those who are in darkness. Then we can find meaning for our lives in all that happens, knowing that you have been faithful in everything. You have done more than we asked, more than we can understand. Amen.

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Then if my people who are called by my name will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sins and restore their land. - 2 Chronicles 7:14

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Psalm 55:22 — Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken.

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If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him. —James 1:5

We know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him. - Romans 8: 28

Thought: God is on the job. Watch for good things!

May 5

Dear friends, do not be surprised at the painful trial you are suffering, as though something strange were happening to you. But rejoice that you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when his glory is revealed. 1 Peter 4:12-13

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1 Peter 5:7 Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.

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"What time I am afraid, I will trust in thee." Psalms 56:3

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Psalm 117:2, NLT "For he loves us with unfailing love; the LORD’s faithfulness endures forever. Praise the LORD!"

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Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting. —Psalm 139:23-24

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Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. – Romans 12:9

Give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus.
- 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Thought: A thankful heart always looks up.

May 6

In his heart a man plans his course, but the LORD determines his steps. Proverbs 16:9

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Psalm 139:23-24 Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. 24 See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting.

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"...With men it is impossible, but not with God: for with God all things are possible." Mark 10:27

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For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved. Romans 10:10

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Colossians 4:6, NASB "Let your speech always be with grace, as though seasoned with salt, so that you will know how you should respond to each person."

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I urge you, first of all, to pray for all people. Ask God to help them; intercede on their behalf, and give thanks for them. - 1 Timothy 2:1

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You will keep in perfect peace him whose mind is steadfast, because he trusts in you. Isaiah 26:3

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"And it shall come to pass, that whosoever shall call on the name of the Lord shall be saved." Acts 2:21

May 7

"And, behold, I am with thee, and will keep thee in all places whither thou goest, and will bring thee again into this land; for I will not leave thee, until I have done that which I have spoken to thee of." Genesis 28:15

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This poor man called, and the Lord heard him; he saved him out of all his troubles. Psalm 34:6

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We know that we live in him and he in us, because he has given us of his Spirit. l John 4:13

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Colossians 3:12-14 Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.

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Psalm 33:4 For the word of the LORD is right and true; he is faithful in all he does.

May 8

Philippians 2:13 for it is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfill his good purpose.

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"For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth..." Romans 1:16

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Matthew 5:5, ESV "Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth."

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God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble...The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. Psalm 46:1, 7

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Isaiah 40:31 (NIV) ...those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles...

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He who was seated on the throne said, “I am making everything new!” Then he said, “Write this down, for these words are trustworthy and true.” – Revelation 21:5

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“For I know the plans that I have in mind for you,” declares the Lord, “plans for peace and not calamity – to give you a future and a hope.” Jeremiah 29:11

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Until now you have not asked for anything in my name. Ask and you will receive, and your joy will be complete. John 16:24

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Today’s Scripture: Proverbs 29:25 (NLT):Fearing people is a dangerous trap, but to trust the Lord means safety.

Today’s Thought: We do not live to please people, instead we should live to please God. We should be more concerned with what God thinks.

Today’s Prayer: Lord, help me to live to please You instead of others. Please forgive me for putting people’s opinion before Yours. I ask that You help me stop doing that. In Jesus’ name I pray, amen!

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"For the word of the LORD is right; and all his works are done in truth." Psalms 33:4

May 9

Ephesians 6:11 Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes.

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"Pray without ceasing." 1 Thessalonians 5:17

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Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” Matthew 19:14

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1 Corinthians 16:14, ESV "Let all that you do be done in love."

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Jesus declared, "I am the bread of life. He who comes to me will never go hungry, and he who believes in me will never be thirsty." John 6:35

Psalm 27:1 The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom will I fear? The Lord is the strength of my life; of whom will I be afraid.

May 10

Numbers 6:24-26 “‘“The Lord bless you and keep you; 25 the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; 26 the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace.”’

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"For the LORD is good; his mercy is everlasting; and his truth endureth to all generations." Psalms 100:5

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Come, let us bow down in worship, let us kneel before the Lord our Maker. Psalm 95:6

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Pray in the Spirit at all times and on every occasion. Stay alert and be persistent in your prayers for all believers everywhere. - Ephesians 6:18

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Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13

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The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. He is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance. —2 Peter 3:9

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"For in thee, O LORD, do I hope: thou wilt hear, O Lord my God." Psalms 38:15

If you confess with your mouth, "Jesus is Lord" and believe in your heart that God raised Him for the dead, you will be saved. - Romans 10:9

Thought: Jesus is the object of my affection.

May 11

Ephesians 4:2 Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love.

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"And we have known and believed the love that God hath to us. God is love; and he that dwelleth in love dwelleth in God, and God in him." 1 John 4:16

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Isaiah 40:29 (NIV) He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak.

Thought: God knows. He's there for you. Take hold of His mighty hands and His outstretched arms.

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For the glory of your name, O Lord, preserve my life. Because of your faithfulness, bring me out of this distress. - Psalm 143:11

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Jesus Christ gave himself for us to redeem us from all wickedness and to purify for himself a people that are his very own, eager to do what is good. Titus 2:14

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"But I tell you who hear me: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you..." —Luke 6:27

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2 Corinthians 9:8 And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work.

Nobody should seek his own good, but the good of others. - 1 Corinthians 10:24

Thought: Make someone else's life a little happier today!

May 12

Mark 11:24 Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.

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"For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved." Romans 10:13

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Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God. Matthew 5:9

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Jesus replied, “Anyone who loves me will obey my teaching. My Father will love them, and we will come to them and make our home with them.” John 14:23

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Isaiah 40:28 (NIV) Do you not know? Have you not heard? The Lord is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth.

Thought: God can handle whatever you've got on your plate.

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He will listen to the prayers of the destitute. He will not reject their pleas. - Psalm 102:17

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The entire law is summed up in a single command: "Love your neighbor as yourself." Galatians 5:14

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Psalm 145:1-7
I will exalt you, my God the King;
I will praise your name for ever and ever.
Every day I will praise you
and extol your name for ever and ever.

Great is the Lord and most worthy of praise;
his greatness no one can fathom.
One generation commends your works to another;
they tell of your mighty acts.
They speak of the glorious splendor of your majesty—
and I will meditate on your wonderful works.
They tell of the power of your awesome works—
and I will proclaim your great deeds.
They celebrate your abundant goodness
and joyfully sing of your righteousness.

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Job 33:4 The Spirit of God has made me; the breath of the Almighty gives me life.

A wise man's heart guides his mouth, and his lips promote instruction. - Proverbs 16:21

Thought: Think of Christ before you speak.

May 13

Proverbs 11:25 A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed.

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Jeremiah 30:10 (NIV) "So do not fear..."

Thought: God's right there, right with you.

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Understand this, my dear brothers and sisters: You must all be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to get angry. - James 1:19

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Today’s Scripture: Psalms 3:3-5 (NLT): But you, O Lord, are a shield around me, my glory, and the one who lifts my head high. I cried out to the Lord, and he answered me from his holy mountain. Interlude I lay down and slept. I woke up in safety, for the Lord was watching over me.

Today’s Thought: Isn’t it comforting to know that God will never leave us or forsake us no matter what? Whatever you are going through today, remember, God knows all about it and He will take care of you!

Today’s Prayer: Lord, thank You for promising to always take care of me! I put my trust in You & You alone. In Jesus’ name I pray, amen!

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Isaiah 30:20-21 — Although the Lord gives you the bread of adversity and the water of affliction, your teachers will be hidden no more; with your own eyes you will see them. Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you, saying, "This is the way; walk in it."
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When you are plagued by a persistent problem — one that goes on and on — view it as a rich opportunity. An ongoing problem is like a tutor who is always by your side. The learning possibilities are limited only by your willingness to be teachable. In faith, thank God for your problem. Ask him to open your eyes and your heart to all that he is accomplishing through this difficulty. Once you have become grateful for a problem, it loses its power to drag you down. On the contrary, your thankful attitude will lift you up into heavenly places with God. From this perspective, your difficulty can be seen as a slight, temporary distress that is producing in you a transcendant glory to never cease (2 Corinthians 4:17).

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Proverbs 31:30 Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.

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Psalms 50:15 And call upon me in the day of trouble: I will deliver thee, and thou shalt glorify me.

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Matthew 6:19-21 "Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also."

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Psalm 143:10 Teach me to do your will, for you are my God; may your good Spirit lead me on level ground.

May 14

Do you not know? Have you not heard? The LORD is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He will not grow tired or weary, and his understanding no one can fathom. Isaiah 40:28

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2 Corinthians 12:9 But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.

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"For I the LORD thy God will hold thy right hand, saying unto thee, Fear not; I will help thee." Isaiah 41:13

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Proverbs 31:25, KJV "Strength and honor are her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come."

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Colossians 1:11, ESV "May you be strengthened with all power, according to his glorious might, for all endurance and patience with joy,"

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Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we now stand. And we boast in the hope of the glory of God. Romans 5:1-2, NIV

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Her children arise and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her: “Many women do noble things, but you surpass them all. – Proverbs 31:28-29

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"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11

May 15

"Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path." Psalms 119:105

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Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. 1 Peter 5:6

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Know that the Lord is God. It is he who made us, and we are his; we are his people, the sheep of his pasture. Psalm 100:3

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For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well. – Psalm 139:13-14

May 16

1 Corinthians 16:13-14 Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong. 14 Do everything in love.

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"And this is the confidence that we have in him, that, if we ask any thing according to his will, he heareth us:" 1 John 5:14

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Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him; do not fret when people succeed in their ways, when they carry out their wicked schemes. Psalm 37:7

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1 Corinthians 10:31b, ESV "…whatever you do, do all to the glory of God."

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Proverbs 2:20 (NIV) Thus you will walk in the ways of good men and keep to the paths of the righteous.

Thought: Be that friend. Set the good, Godly example that others need.

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But Lord, be merciful to us, for we have waited for you. Be our strong arm each day and our salvation in times of trouble. - Isaiah 33:2

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Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says. James 1:22

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My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your heart, for they will prolong your life many years and bring you prosperity. —Proverbs 3:1-2

But as for me, I will always have hope; I will praise you more and more. - Psalm 71:14

Thought: Never-ending hope means ever-increasing praise.

May 17

"Thou art worthy, O Lord, to receive glory and honour and power: for thou hast created all things, and for thy pleasure they are and were created." Revelation 4:11

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Psalm 119:37 (GW) Turn my eyes away from worthless things. Give me a new life in Your ways.

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The law of the Lord is perfect, refreshing the soul. The statutes of the Lord are trustworthy, making wise the simple. – Psalm 19:7

May 18

Why am I discouraged? Why is my heart so sad? I will put my hope in God! I will praise him again - my Savior and my God! - Psalm 42:11

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For by the grace given me I say to every one of you: Do not think of yourself more highly than you ought, but rather think of yourself with sober judgment, in accordance with the measure of faith God has given you. Just as each of us has one body with many members, and these members do not all have the same function, so in Christ we who are many form one body, and each member belongs to all the others. Romans 12:3-5

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…He will surely be gracious to you at the sound of your cry. When He hears you, He will answer. Isaiah 30:19b

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"Beloved, let us love one another: for love is of God; and every one that loveth is born of God, and knoweth God." 1 John 4:7

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Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves. Romans 12:10

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Psalm 103:1-2, NLT "Let all that I am praise the Lord; with my whole heart, I will praise his holy name. Let all that I am praise the Lord; may I never forget the good things he does for me."

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Psalm 119:37 (TLB) Turn me away from wanting any other plan than Yours. Revive my heart toward you.

Thought: God wants us to wake up to the life He has for us.

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For he will conceal me there when troubles come; he will hide me in his sanctuary. He will place me out of reach on a high rock. - Psalm 27:5

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And the words of the Lord are flawless, like silver purified in a crucible, like gold refined seven times. – Psalm 12:6

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Happy is the one who endures testing, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life. James 1:12

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If the LORD had not been on our side when men attacked us, when their anger flared against us, they would have swallowed us alive; the flood would have engulfed us, the torrent would have swept over us, the raging waters would have swept us away. Psalm 124:2-5

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...I know that through your prayers and the help given by the Spirit of Jesus Christ, what has happened to me will turn out for my deliverance. —Philippians 1:19

May 19

Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; 6 in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.

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2 Corinthians 3:18b, TLB "And as the Spirit of the Lord works within us, we become more and more like him."

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I love you, Lord, my strength. The Lord is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold. Psalm 18:1-2, NIV

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As iron sharpens iron, so a friend sharpens a friend. - Proverbs 27:17

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Jesus looked at them and said, "With man this is impossible, but not with God; all things are possible with God." Mark 10:27

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Psalm 119:105 — Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.

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Humble yourselves, therefore, under God's mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. —1 Peter 5:6-7

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The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, and the one who is wise saves lives. – Proverbs 11:30

May 20

Ephesians 2:8 For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God —

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"I have blotted out, as a thick cloud, thy transgressions, and, as a cloud, thy sins: return unto me; for I have redeemed thee." Isaiah 44:22

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Hearing this, Jesus said to Jairus, “Don’t be afraid; just believe, and she will be healed.” Luke 8:50

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Ephesians 6:10-11, ESV "Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil."

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Isaiah 40:31 but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.

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Today’s Scripture: Psalms 144:2 (NLT): He is my loving ally and my fortress, my tower of safety, my deliverer. He stands before me as a shield, and I take refuge in him. He subdues the nations under me.

Today’s Thought: God is our rock. He is our healer, deliverer, our help in time of need and our friend (just to name a few attributes). You can trust Him. He will never leave you!

Today’s Prayer: Lord, help me learn to trust You in every area of my life. In Jesus’ name I pray, amen!

May 21

"Ah Lord GOD! behold, thou hast made the heaven and the earth by thy great power and stretched out arm, and there is nothing too hard for thee:" Jeremiah 32:17

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Because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. James 1:3

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Psalm 121:1-2, ESV "I lift up my eyes to the hills. From where does my help come? My help comes from the LORD, who made heaven and earth."

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Most important of all, continue to show deep love for each other, for love covers a multitude of sins. - 1 Peter 4:8

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Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen. Ephesians 4:29

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Today’s Scripture: 2 Samuel 22:2-3 (NLT): He sang: “The Lord is my rock, my fortress, and my savior; my God is my rock, in whom I find protection. He is my shield, the power that saves me, and my place of safety. He is my refuge, my savior, the one who saves me from violence.

Today’s Thought: When you are going through a hard situation, praising God changes everything! We need to praise Him regardless of our circumstances.

Today’s Prayer: Lord, I ask that You teach me to praise You no matter what I’m going through. In Jesus’ name I pray, amen!

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Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. —1 Peter 5:7

May 22

John 10:10 The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.

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Proverbs 24:16, NIV "though the righteous fall seven times, they rise again."

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(15) But I have trusted in You, Lord. I said: “You are my God.” (16) My times are in Your hands… Psalms 31:15-16a

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For we are God's workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. —Ephesians 2:10

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Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult. On the contrary, repay evil with blessing, because to this you were called so that you may inherit a blessing. – 1 Peter 3:9

You do not lack any spiritual gift as you eagerly wait for our Lord Jesus Christ to be revealed. - 1 Corinthians 1:7

Thought: Look for Jesus, lack nothing.

May 23

1 John 1:9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.

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He will cover you with his feathers. He will shelter you with his wings. His faithful promises are your armor and protection. - Psalm 91:4

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(19) Know this, my dear brothers and sisters: let every person be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger – (20) for human anger doesn’t produce the righteousness of God. James 1:19-20

By experience I have found this verse to be very true. As the text indicates, the best way to avoid the highly toxic, destructive and regrettable results of hotly expressed anger is to control my tongue and not speak. I have discovered that if I wait until the surge of anger has calmed down or disappeared to respond to high stress and combative situations, the quality of my response is much more productive with less stress and less mess to clean up. Daily Nosh

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Though the fig tree does not bud and there are no grapes on the vines, though the olive crop fails and the fields produce no food, though there are no sheep in the pen and no cattle in the stalls, yet I will rejoice in the LORD, I will be joyful in God my Savior. Habakkuk 3:17-18

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John 14:6 Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.

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To him who is able to keep you from falling and to present you before his glorious presence without fault and with great joy — to the only God our Savior be glory, majesty, power and authority, through Jesus Christ our Lord, before all ages, now and forevermore! Amen. —Jude 24-25

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Starting a quarrel is like breaching a dam; so drop the matter before a dispute breaks out. — Proverbs 17:14

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1 Corinthians 2:12 What we have received is not the spirit of the world, but the Spirit who is from God, so that we may understand what God has freely given us.

May 24

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

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The humble will see their God at work and be glad. Let all who seek God's help be encouraged. - Psalm 69:32

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The Son is the radiance of God’s glory and the exact representation of his being, sustaining all things by his powerful word. After he had provided purification for sins, he sat down at the right hand of the Majesty in heaven. – Hebrews 1:3

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Matthew 16:16 (NLT): Simon Peter answered, "You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God."

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The highway of the upright avoids evil; he who guards his way guards his life. — Proverbs 16:17

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Genesis 8:21-22
The Lord smelled the pleasing aroma and said in his heart: “Never again will I curse the ground because of humans, even though every inclination of the human heart is evil from childhood. And never again will I destroy all living creatures, as I have done.

“As long as the earth endures,
seedtime and harvest,
cold and heat,
summer and winter,
day and night
will never cease.”

Genesis 9:13
I have set my rainbow in the clouds, and it will be the sign of the covenant between me and the earth.

Genesis 9:16
Whenever the rainbow appears in the clouds, I will see it and remember the everlasting covenant between God and all living creatures of every kind on the earth.”

I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession, and thanksgiving be made for everyone. - 1 Timothy 2:1

Thought: Pray first for family, then friends, then widen the circle.

May 25

Romans 5:8 But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.

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"...be ye stedfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord." 1 Corinthians 15:58

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John 8:12, ESV "I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life."

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God, who has called you into fellowship with his Son Jesus Christ our Lord, is faithful. 1 Corinthians 1:9

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You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart. —Jeremiah 29:13

May 26

Philippians 4:7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

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Romans 13:12, ESV "The night is far gone; the day is at hand. So then let us cast off the works of darkness and put on the armor of light."

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Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 5:3

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(13) Therefore, take up the full armor of God, so that you may be able to resist when times are evil, and after you have done everything to stand firm. (14) Stand firm then!... Ephesians 6:13-14a

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"Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen." Hebrews 11:1

May 27

Joshua 1:9 Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”

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"...Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved..." Acts 16:31

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Isaiah 43:25, ESV "I, I am he who blots out your transgressions for my own sake, and I will not remember your sins."

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The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ and the love of God and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all. 2 Corinthians 13:14

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Love each other with genuine affection, and take delight in honoring each other. - Romans 12:10

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Do you not know? Have you not heard? The LORD is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He will not grow tired or weary, and his understanding no one can fathom. He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. —Isaiah 40:28-29

May 28

"How great you are, O Sovereign LORD! There is no one like you, and there is no God but you." 2 Samuel 7:22

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"A man's heart deviseth his way: but the LORD directeth his steps." Proverbs 16:9

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Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need. Hebrews 4:16

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Ephesians 1:10, TLB "and this was his purpose: that when the time is ripe he will gather us all together from wherever we are – in heaven or on earth – to be with him in Christ forever. "

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You are all children of the light and children of the day. We do not belong to the night or to the darkness. So then, let us not be like others, who are asleep, but let us be awake and sober. 1 Thessalonians 5:5–6

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Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. – 1 Corinthians 13:6-7