Spirit-Lifting Thoughts For Every Day of the Year
MAY 6 — ‘Things’ Don’t Bring Meaning Or Purpose Into Your Life
Today’s passage:
“. . . Whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God.”
(I Corinthians 10:31)
Today’s prayer:
Guide me, O, Thou great Jehovah
Pilgrim through this barren land;
I am weak, but Thou art mighty;
Hold me with Thy powerful hand.
—William Williams
MAY 5 — Brick Upon Brick Will Always Do The Trick
Today’s passage:
“. . . If God be for us, who can be against us?”
(Romans 8:31)
Today’s prayer:
“Direct me, O Holy Spirit, when I don’t know which way to turn.”
MAY 4 — Aim High and Look To The Stars
Today’s passage:
“I am the vine, ye are the branches:
He that abideth in Me, and I in him,
the same bringeth forth much fruit . . .”
(John 15:5)
Today’s prayer:
“Inspire me, O Holy Spirit, to dream big
and to support my dreams with action.”
MAY 3 — Words Without Deeds Are Empty And Meaningless
Today’s passage:
“Thanks be unto God for His unspeakable gift.”
(II Corinthians 9:15)
Today’s prayer:
“Lord, activate my feelings of gratitude into tangible responses.”
MAY 2 — We All Have The Makings of Greatness Within Us
Today’s passage:
“God, give us men!
A time like this demands
Strong minds, great hearts,
True faith and ready hands.”
—Josiah Holland
Today’s prayer:
“I see the job, Lord, give me the strength to do it.”
MAY 1 — It Isn’t That Hard To Open A Door — Especially In A Time Of Need
This Month’s Message:
The Bible tells us to give thanks to God for all
things (Ephesians 5:20). That means trusting
the Lord even when disappointment, sorrow and
defeat come your way. This month concentrate
on trusting Him in all areas of your life.
Today’s passage:
“Behold, I stand at the door, and knock; if any man
hear My voice, and open the door, I will come in
to him, and will sup with him, and he with Me.”
(Revelation 3:20)
Today’s prayer:
“Thank You, God, for Your light on my path.”
APRIL 30 — Each Day Could Be The Start of A Great Friendship
Today’s passage:
“No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted.”
—Aesop
Today’s prayer:
“Lord, please give me a gentle mind—
Thoughtful, courteous. . . and kind.”
APRIL 29 — The Silver Chalice Has Never Been Missed
Today’s passage:
“Thou shalt have no other gods before Me.”
(Exodus 20:3)
Today’s prayer:
“Keep me from straining at distracting gnats, Lord.”
APRIL 28 — Good Luck and Preparation Make Great Business Partners
Today’s passage:
“Genius is one percent inspiration
and ninety-nine percent perspiration.”
—Thomas A. Edison
Today’s prayer:
“Lord, give me the faith to step out boldly.”
APRIL 27 — Always Stay Focused On The Light Above You
Today’s passage:
“I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from
whence cometh my help. My help cometh
from the Lord, which made heaven and earth.”
(Psalms 121:1,2)
Today’s prayer:
“Thank You, Father, for the beauty of the earth.”
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