***September 5, 2024***
Thoughtful Starter:
What is your favorite book in the Bible?
Today's Scripture Reading: Hebrews 5:12
"For the word of God is alive and powerful. It it sharper than the sharpest two-edged sword, cutting between soul and spirit, between joint and marrow. It exposes our innermost thoughts and desires."
Do you have a favorite verse? The one that you memorize by heart? Whenever I lose hope to almost everything, I always go back to Psalm 121:1-2- "I look up to the mountains, does my help comes from there? My help comes from the Lord who created heaven and the earth".
Pick a verse that really speaks to you and memorize it. As you repeat these words in your head, observe how you feel in every repetition.
At first, you may feel unsure about the verse. That's normal. You can read it.
Secondly, you're starting to understand the message of the verse.
Lastly, the words become easier to state, and the message suddenly has a deeper meaning in your life.
Repeat it as much as you want.
With practice and repetition, the verse becomes more than words.
It becomes a way to find calmness and peace that comes only from His words.
In times that we're overwhelmed by life's journey and in need of guidance, we can always go back to "our verse" and let it speak for us. I, for sure, am speechless sometimes and instead of worrying, I always go back to my verse for Him. Try this and feel the transformation within.
Today's Reflection Activity:
I have listed some suggested verses that you might be interested to check. Try to choose one that you think is for you. You can always check and the Bible if you want to learn more about His words.
When your anxious: Isaiah 41:10
"So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."
When you need courage: Psalm 23:4
"Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me."
When you need more faith: 1 Corinthians 2:5
"So that your faith might not rest on human wisdom, but on God’s power." 1 Corinthians 2:5
When you need God's grace: 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."
When You’re Grateful: 1 Chronicles 16:34
"Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; his love endures forever."
When You Need Healing: Psalm 147:3
"He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds."
When You Need Hope: Psalm 119:114
"You are my refuge and my shield; I have put my hope in your word."
Today's Prayer:
Lord, speak to us today as we speak your word in our lives. Amen.
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