OCTOBER 11*

I AM YOUR STRENGTH AND YOUR SHIELD. I continually work—sometimes in wondrous ways—to invigorate you and protect you. The more fully you trust in Me, the more your heart can leap for Joy!

I want you to trust Me wholeheartedly—resting in My sovereign control over the universe. When circumstances seem to be spinning out of control, grab onto Me, believing that I know what I’m doing. I orchestrate every event of your life to benefit you in this world and the next.

While you are in the throes of adversity, your greatest challenge is to keep on trusting that I am both sovereign and good. Do not expect to understand My ways; for as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are My ways and thoughts higher than yours. When you respond to trouble with thanksgiving—convinced that I can bring good out of the most difficult situations—I am pleased. This act of faith encourages you and glorifies Me. I rejoice when My struggling children give thanks to Me in song!

MEDITATION:
“The Lord is my strength and shield. I trust him with all my heart. He helps me, and my heart is filled with joy. I burst out in songs of thanksgiving.”
—Psalms 28:7

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

“For just as the heavens are higher than the earth, so my ways are higher than your ways and my thoughts higher than your thoughts.”
—Isaiah 55:9

TODAY:
Our living God is purposeful and His love is never-ending. His truth remains the same forevermore. He readily gives His love to all. Those who trust in Him will reap the benefits of this love.

PRAY:
Father in Heaven, You are my anchor. You give me inner confidence, peace, hope, strength, joy and unfailing love. How may I serve you today? My desire is to express my gratitude in Christ Jesus’ name, amen!

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God is faithful and His presence in our lives is powerful. He strengthens and protects us. He spiritually shepherds us in both good times and in the storms of life.

“But the Lord is faithful. He will establish you and guard you against the evil one.”
—II Thessalonians 3:3

OCTOBER 10*

HOLD UNSWERVINGLY TO THE HOPE YOU profess—for I am faithful. Sometimes—especially when many things are going wrong—all you can do is hold on to Me. You would love to sort things out in your mind and find a way to go forward, but often this is impossible. The best thing to do at such times is seek My Face and profess your hope.

To profess hope is to affirm it openly. Your words matter! They make a difference, not only to other people but also to you. They have a strong influence on your physical and emotional well-being. Negative words will pull you down. But when you openly affirm your hope and trust in Me, you gain strength to move forward with confidence.

The basis of this confidence is that I am faithful. Moreover, I will not let you be tempted beyond your ability to endure. Sometimes the way of escape I provide is through your own words, such as: “I trust You, Jesus; my hope is in You.” This sort of affirmation helps you hold on to your hope unswervingly—persistently.

MEDITATION:
“Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for he who promised is faithful.”
—Hebrews 10:23

“Hear, O Lord, when I cry aloud; be gracious to me and answer me! You have said, “Seek my face.” My heart says to you, “Your face, Lord, do I seek.””
—Psalm 27:7-8

“No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it.”
—I Corinthians 10:13

TODAY:
Profess your hope in the Lord and know that your words and actions matter; they have power and dictate your destiny. We can trust in the Lord and brighten our day or take the low road with a defeatist attitude that usually validates itself by becoming a self-fulfilling prophecy. Choose Jesus as your companion and lift your praise to Him; He is faithful to us.

PRAY:
Dear Lord, I delight in being in Your Presence. I consciously communicate my thoughts, words and my emotional feelings with you. I include you in my daily routine, hear my cries and guide my path for the day as my life, hope and strength is in You Lord. Amen!

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Life never seems to be the way we want it, but we live in the best way we can according to our spiritual beliefs. There’s no perfect life but we can fill it with perfect moments with our Loving God!

Have a blessed Thursday!🙏

OCTOBER 9*



BE CAREFUL NOT TO ATTACH YOUR SENSE OF WORTH TO YOUR PERFORMANCE. When you’re dissatisfied with something you have said or done, talk with Me about it. Ask Me to help you sort out what is truly sinful and what is not. Confess any sins you’re aware of, and receive My forgiveness gratefully. Then live in the freedom of being My beloved believer. Don’t let your mistakes and sins diminish your sense of worth. Remember that you have been declared “Not Guilty” forever! There is no condemnation for those who are in Me—who belong to Me. You are precious to Me, and I take delight in you, so refuse to condemn yourself.



Your imperfect performance reminds you that you are human. It humbles you and helps you identify with flawed humanity. Since pride is such a deadly sin—the one that ultimately led to Satan’s expulsion from heaven—being humbled is really a blessing. So thank Me for the circumstances that have diminished your pride, and draw nearer to Me. Receive My priceless, unfailing Love in full measure!



MEDITATION:

“If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.”

‭‭—I John‬ ‭1:9‬ ‭



“There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.”

‭‭—Romans‬ ‭8:1‬ ‭



“The Lord your God is in your midst, a mighty one who will save; he will rejoice over you with gladness; he will quiet you by his love; he will exult over you with loud singing.”

‭‭—Zephaniah‬ ‭3:17‬ ‭



“How precious is your steadfast love, O God! The children of mankind take refuge in the shadow of your wings.”

‭‭—Psalm‬ ‭36:7‬



TODAY:

Embrace the present moment. The past is history. We have all made mistakes but it does not determine our future. We are refreshed and renewed daily with God’s immeasurable gifts of grace, mercy, forgiveness and compassion. Let this powerful message resonate in your innermost being.



PRAY:

Father in Heaven, Your boundless love gives me hope. It encourages me to learn and grow from my indiscretions. In Jesus’ name, I thank you for your forgiveness and an opportunity to live a life of purpose, amen!



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Our mistakes don’t define who we are. God’s forgiveness is not conditional. As believers in Christ Jesus we are purified and made righteous in God’s eyes.



“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!”

‭‭—II Corinthians‬ ‭5‬:‭17‬ ‭

OCTOBER 8*

I LOVE YOU WITH AN EVERLASTING LOVE. The human mind cannot comprehend My constancy. Your emotions flicker and falter in the face of varying circumstances, and you tend to project your fickle feelings onto Me. Thus, you do not benefit fully from My unfailing Love.

You need to look beyond the flux of circumstances and discover Me gazing lovingly back at you. This awareness of My Presence strengthens you, as you receive and respond to My Love. I am the same yesterday, today, and forever! Let My Love flow into you continually. Your need for Me is as constant as the outflow of My Love to you.

MEDITATION:
“The Lord appeared to us in the past, saying: “I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with unfailing kindness.”
—Jeremiah 31:3

“In your unfailing love you will lead the people you have redeemed. In your strength you will guide them to your holy dwelling.”
—Exodus 15:13

“Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.”
—Hebrews 13:8

TODAY:
Conscious awareness of God's everlasting love and presence in our lives is a constant source of peace, comfort, and strength as believers. We are never alone, feel the fullness of His spirit as He transforms our lives with His powerful presence today.

PRAY:
Dear Lord, merciful God, my heart's desire is to start my day with commitment and overflowing faithfulness to you. Feeling the warmth of Your infinite, unconditional love shining on me is a glorious gift and I thank you in Jesus name, Amen!
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The promise of today and every day that you always have a choice in how to feel. Choose God - Choose gratitude.

Be safe and be blessed!🙏

OCTOBER 7*

TRAIN YOUR MIND TO THINK GREAT THOUGHTS OF ME! Many Christians are defeated by focusing mainly on less important things—the news, the weather, the economy, loved ones’ problems, their own problems, and so on. Granted, in this world you will have trouble, but don’t let troubles become your primary focus. Remind yourself that I am with you and I have overcome the world. I am nearer than the air you breathe, yet I am infinite God—King of kings and Lord of lords. I am also your loving Savior and faithful Friend.

One of the best ways to enhance awareness of My greatness is to worship Me. This connects you with the Godhead (Father, Son, and Spirit) in a glorious way. True worship expands My kingdom of Light in the world, pushing back the darkness. An exquisite way to praise Me is to read or sing the Psalms. Filling your mind with biblical truth will help you resist discouragement. When troubles assail you, exert yourself to think about who I am—your Savior and Friend who is Almighty God!

MEDITATION:
“I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world.”
—John 16:33

“On his robe and on his thigh he has a name written, King of kings and Lord of Lords.”
—Revelation 19:16

“I am the Alpha and the Omega—the beginning and the end,” says the Lord God. “I am the one who is, who always was, and who is still to come—the Almighty One.”
—Revelation 1:8

TODAY:
Through our actions God’s visible characteristics are glorified.
Discipline yourself to cast all fears aside and focus on the goodness of the Lord. You will radiate with an attitude of righteousness.

PRAY:
Father in Heaven, I purposefully choose to magnify Your glory in my life. I AM grateful for the beating of my heart. I AM thankful for your infinite wisdom, compassion, and both seen and unseen spiritual blessings.

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As we have a deeper awareness of our gracious Lord’s unconditional divine love our lives become more enriched. Be authentic in prayer. It can move mountains when you remain passionately grounded in faith.

“I will praise the Lord at all times. I will constantly speak his praises.”
—Psalms 34:1