Bible Verse Of The Day - March

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March 1

Whom have I in heaven but You? And there is none upon earth that I desire besides You. My flesh and my heart fail; But God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever. Psalm 73:25-26

Jesus spoke to the people once more and said, "I am the light of the world. If you follow me, you won't have to walk in darkness, because you will have the light that leads to life." John 8:12

Romans 12:14 - 14 Bless those who persecute you. Don’t curse them; pray that God will bless them.

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God called and said, "Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouth, 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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March 2

But He knows the way that I take; When He has tested me, I shall come forth as gold. My foot has held fast to His steps; I have kept His way and not turned aside. Job 23:10-11

For God, who said, "Let there be light in the darkness," has made this light shine in our hearts so we could know the glory of God that is seen in the face of Jesus Christ. 2 Corinthians 4:6

Psalm 34:18 - 18 The Lord is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those whose spirits are crushed.

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The prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective. - James 5:16

Thought: In Christ's righteousness, pray boldly and expect results.

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March 3

“For My thoughts are not your thoughts, Nor are your ways My ways,” says the Lord. “For as the heavens are higher than the earth, So are My ways higher than your ways, And My thoughts than your thoughts. Isaiah 55:8-9

Ephesians 1:3 - 3 All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly realms because we are united with Christ.

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The Lord is near to all who call on Him. - Psalm 145:18

Thought: Be near me, Lord Jesus, close by me all day!

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March 4

Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9

Do to others as you would like them to do to you. Luke 6:31

Philippians 3:20 - 20 But we are citizens of heaven, where the Lord Jesus Christ lives. And we are eagerly waiting for him to return as our Savior.

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The Lord is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in love. - Psalm 103:8

Thought: Smile! God loves you!

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March 5

And these words which I command you today shall be in your heart. You shall teach them diligently to your children, and shall talk of them when you sit in your house, when you walk by the way, when you lie down, and when you rise up. Deuteronomy 6: 6-7

The godly walk with integrity; blessed are their children who follow them. Proverbs 20:7

Psalm 19:8 - 8 The commandments of the Lord are right, bringing joy to the heart. The commands of the Lord are clear, giving insight for living.

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March 6

O Lord, You are my God. I will exalt You, I will praise Your name, For You have done wonderful things; Your counsels of old are faithfulness and truth. Isaiah 25:1

Joyful are people of integrity, who follow the instructions of the Lord. Psalm 119:1

1 Thessalonians 3:7 - 7 So we have been greatly encouraged in the midst of our troubles and suffering, dear brothers and sisters, because you have remained strong in your faith.

Matthew 23:11-12 — The greatest among you will be your servant. For those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted.

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Above all else, guard your heart, for it is the wellspring of life. - Proverbs 4:23

Thought: Set your heart on what is good and praiseworthy.

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March 7

Search me, O God, and know my heart; Try me, and know my anxieties; And see if there is any wicked way in me, And lead me in the way everlasting. Psalm 139:23-24

God blesses those whose hearts are pure, for they will see God. Matthew 5:8

Romans 1:12 - 12 When we get together, I want to encourage you in your faith, but I also want to be encouraged by yours.

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March 8

Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort those who are in any trouble, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God. 2 Corinthians 1:3-4

The wise are known for their understanding, and pleasant words are persuasive. Proverbs 16:21

Psalm 71:6 - 6 Yes, you have been with me from birth; from my mother’s womb you have cared for me. No wonder I am always praising you!

Deuteronomy 8:1 — Be careful to follow every command I am giving you today, so that you may live and increase and may enter and possess the land the LORD promised on oath to your ancestors.

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March 9

who has saved us and called us with a holy calling, not according to our works, but according to His own purpose and grace which was given to us in Christ Jesus before time began, 2 Timothy 1:9

The Lord detests the use of dishonest scales, but he delights in accurate weights. Proverbs 11:1

Psalm 31:7 - 7 I will be glad and rejoice in your unfailing love, for you have seen my troubles, and you care about the anguish of my soul.

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March 10

But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts, and always be ready to give a defense to everyone who asks you a reason for the hope that is in you, with meekness and fear; 1 Peter 3:15

My heart is confident in you, O God; my heart is confident. No wonder I can sing your praises! Psalm 57:7

Matthew 25:36 - 36 I was naked, and you gave me clothing. I was sick, and you cared for me. I was in prison, and you visited me.

James 1:2-4 — Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.

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Ephesians 4:29 — 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.
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"Let nothing be said about anyone unless it passes through these three sieves: !s it true? Is it kind? Is it necessary?"— Amy Charmichael

Do I speak the truth about others? Yes, but do I speak the whole truth, and do I speak in kindness and out of necessity? No, not all the time. And I rarely ask others to stop when they are speaking ill of others. What is true, what is kind, what is necessary: this needs to be my standard. This needs to be every Christian's standard. If it sounds so easy, why is it so incredibly tough?

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You are a shield around me, O Lord. Psalm 3:3

Thought: I am vulnerable. God is not!

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March 11

“Therefore know that the Lord your God, He is God, the faithful God who keeps covenant and mercy for a thousand generations with those who love Him and keep His commandments; Deuteronomy 7:9

They do not fear bad news; they confidently trust the Lord to care for them. Psalm 112:7

Psalm 121:7 - 7 The Lord keeps you from all harm and watches over your life.

Deuteronomy 31:6 — "Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you."
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Do you feel like you're going through life's struggles all alone? Remember that the moment you ask Jesus to bring you into God's family, he will be by your side to the end — so never lose hope!

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A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. - Proverbs 15:1

Thought: A gentle Savior makes gentle people, who make peace.

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March 12

by which have been given to us exceedingly great and precious promises, that through these you may be partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust. 2 Peter 1:4

So, my dear brothers and sisters, be strong and immovable. Always work enthusiastically for the Lord, for you know that nothing you do for the Lord is ever useless. 1 Corinthians 15:58

Psalm 121:8 - 8 The Lord keeps watch over you as you come and go, both now and forever.

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 — Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus.
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We can't always control what happens to us, but we can always control how we choose to respond. In those moments when I choose to stop complaining and instead give thanks to God for the good in my life, the parts that seem bad start to seem less significant. Choose to keep a positive attitude and thankful heart regardless of what you are going through.

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A friend loves at all times. - Proverbs 17:17

Thought: Be a friend; show that you love.

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A man's steps are directed by the Lord. - Proverbs 20:24

Thought: The Lord's ways are good ways.

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March 13

And 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

Let us hold tightly without wavering to the hope we affirm, for God can be trusted to keep his promise. Hebrews 10:23

Ephesians 6:23 - 23 Peace be with you, dear brothers and sisters, and may God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ give you love with faithfulness.

Luke 5:12-16 — While Jesus was in one of the towns, a man came along who was covered with leprosy. When he saw Jesus, he fell with his face to the ground and begged him, "Lord, if you are willing, you can make me clean."

Jesus reached out his hand and touched the man. "I am willing," he said. "Be clean!" And immediately the leprosy left him.

Then Jesus ordered him, "Don't tell anyone, but go, show yourself to the priest and offer the sacrifices that Moses commanded for your cleansing, as a testimony to them."

Yet the news about him spread all the more, so that crowds of people came to hear him and to be healed of their sicknesses. But Jesus often withdrew to lonely places and prayed.
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People were flocking to hear Jesus preach and to have their diseases healed, but Jesus made sure he often withdrew to quiet, solitary places to pray. Many things clamor for our attention, and we often run ourselves ragged attending to them. Like Jesus, however, we should take time to withdraw to a quiet and deserted place to pray. Strength comes from God, and we can only be strengthened by spending time with him.

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March 14

But also for this very reason, giving all diligence, add to your faith virtue, to virtue knowledge, to knowledge self-control, to self-control perseverance, to perseverance godliness, to godliness brotherly kindness, and to brotherly kindness love. For if these things are yours and abound, you will be neither barren nor unfruitful in the knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ. 2 Peter 1:5-8

And I am convinced that nothing can ever separate us from God's love. Neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither our fears for today nor our worries about tomorrow - not even the powers of hell can separate us from God's love. Romans 8:38

Psalm 119:2 - 2 Joyful are those who obey his laws and search for him with all their hearts.

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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March 15

let it be known to you all, and to all the people of Israel, that by the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, whom you crucified, whom God raised from the dead, by Him this man stands here before you whole. Nor is there salvation in any other, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved.” Acts 4:10,12

Be on guard. Stand firm in the faith. Be courageous. Be strong. 1 Corinthians 16:13

Joshua 1:5 - 5 No one will be able to stand against you as long as you live. For I will be with you as I was with Moses. I will not fail you or abandon you.

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March 16

Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, put on tender mercies, kindness, humility, meekness, longsuffering; Colossians 3:12

Hold on to the pattern of wholesome teaching you learned from me - a pattern shaped by the faith and love that you have in Christ Jesus. 1 Timothy 1:13

Joshua 1:9 - 9 This is my command—be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.

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March 17

The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me to lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside the still waters. He restores my soul; He leads me in the paths of righteousness For His name’s sake. Psalm 23:1-3

But I trust in your unfailing love. I will rejoice because you have rescued me. I will sing to the Lord because he is good to me. Psalm 13:5-6

Philippians 2:3-4 - 3 Don’t be selfish; don’t try to impress others. Be humble, thinking of others as better than yourselves. 4 Don’t look out only for your own interests, but take an interest in others, too.

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March 18

Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Romans 15:13

He will feed his flock like a shepherd. He will carry the lambs in his arms, holding them close to his heart. He will gently lead the mother sheep with their young. Isaiah 40:11

James 1:17 - 17 Whatever is good and perfect comes down to us from God our Father, who created all the lights in the heavens. He never changes or casts a shifting shadow.

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(Jesus said), "Son, your sins are forgiven" - Mark 2:5

Thought: Be cheerful. Jesus has forgiven you too! You can also forgive yourself.

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March 19

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law. Galatians 5:22-23

If a man has a hundred sheep and one of them wanders away, what will he do? Won't he leave the ninety-nine others on the hills and go out to search for the one that is lost? Matthew 18:12

Psalm 40:5 - 5 O Lord my God, you have performed many wonders for us. Your plans for us are too numerous to list. You have no equal. If I tried to recite all your wonderful deeds, I would never come to the end of them.

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Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come. All this is from God, who through Christ reconciled us to Himself and gave us the ministry of reconciliation. 2 Corinthians 5:17-18

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And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to His purpose. Romans 8:28

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March 20

Like newborn babies, crave pure spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow up in your salvation, now that you have tasted that the Lord is good. 1 Peter 2:2-3

For if you listen to the word and don't obey, it is like glancing at your face in a mirror. James 1:23

2 Corinthians 12:10 - 10 That’s why I take pleasure in my weaknesses, and in the insults, hardships, persecutions, and troubles that I suffer for Christ. For when I am weak, then I am strong.

Jeremiah 29:11 — 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.

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March 21

Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, And whose hope is the Lord. For he shall be like a tree planted by the waters, Which spreads out its roots by the river, And will not fear when heat comes; But its leaf will be green, And will not be anxious in the year of drought, Nor will cease from yielding fruit. Jeremiah 17:7-8

I love all who love me. Those who search will surely find me. Proverbs 8:17

Ecclesiastes 7:14 - 14 Enjoy prosperity while you can, but when hard times strike, realize that both come from God. Remember that nothing is certain in this life.

John 14:11 — 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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Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. - Galatians 1:3

Thought: Know God's grace in Christ and live in peace.

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March 22

Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. Ephesians 6:10-11

Light shines on the godly, and joy on those whose hearts are right. Psalm 97:11

Isaiah 40:31 - 31 But those who trust in the Lord will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint.

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Isaiah 52:7 —

How beautiful on the mountains
are the feet of those who bring good news,
who proclaim peace,
who bring good tidings,
who proclaim salvation,
who say to Zion,
"Your God reigns!"
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God says that the feet of those who bring good news are "beautiful." It is a wonderful privledge to be able to share God's Good News with others, his news of redemption, salvation and peace. To whom do you need to give the Good News?

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March 23

Blessed is the man who endures temptation; for when he has been approved, he will receive the crown of life which the Lord has promised to those who love Him. James 1:12

Lord, you know the hopes of the helpless. Surely you will hear their cries and comfort them. Psalm 10:17

Daniel 12:3 - 3 Those who are wise will shine as bright as the sky, and those who lead many to righteousness will shine like the stars forever.

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March 24

For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 6:23

With their words, the godless destroy their friends, but knowledge will rescue the righteous. Proverbs 11:9

Job 11:18 - 18 Having hope will give you courage. You will be protected and will rest in safety.

Ephesians 6:1-4 — Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. "Honor your father and mother" — which is the first commandment with a promise — "so that it may go well with you and that you may enjoy long life on the earth. Fathers, do not exasperate your children; instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord.

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Carry each others burdens. Galatians 6:2

Thought: Helping hands lightens many loads.

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March 25

If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 1 John 1:9

He called you to salvation when we told you the Good News; now you can share in the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ. 2 Thessalonians 2:14

Psalm 107:1 - 1 Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good! His faithful love endures forever.

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God has said, "Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you." - Hebrews 13:5

Thought: However bleak the moment, God is there for you.

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"I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me, " - Galatians 2:20

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March 26

For to you it has been granted on behalf of Christ, not only to believe in Him, but also to suffer for His sake, Philippians 1:29

For God saved us and called us to live a holy life. He did this, not because we deserved it, but because that was his plan from before the beginning of time - to show us his grace through Christ Jesus. 2 Timothy 1:9

Psalm 127:3 - Children are a gift from the Lord; they are a reward from him.

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Whatever you hand finds to do, do it with all your might. Ecclesiastes 9:10

Thought: Make the most of each hour of grace

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March 27

In God is my salvation and my glory; The rock of my strength, And my refuge, is in God. Psalm 62:7

And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them. Romans 8:28

Proverbs 11:17 - 17 Your kindness will reward you, but your cruelty will destroy you.

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March 28

For there is one God and one Mediator between God and men, the Man Christ Jesus, who gave Himself a ransom for all, to be testified in due time, 1 Timothy 2:5-6

God has called us to live holy lives, not impure lives. 1 Thessalonians 4:7

Micah 6:8 - 8 No, O people, the Lord has told you what is good, and this is what he requires of you: to do what is right, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God.

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March 29

For He made Him who knew no sin to be sin for us, that we might become the righteousness of God in Him. 2 Corinthians 5:21

By his divine power, God has given us everything we need for living a godly life. We have received all of this by coming to know him, the one who called us to himself by means of his marvelous glory and excellence. 2 Peter 1:3

Psalm 18:6 - 6 But in my distress I cried out to the Lord; yes, I prayed to my God for help. He heard me from his sanctuary; my cry to him reached his ears.

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March 30

He was despised and rejected by mankind, a man of suffering, and familiar with pain. Like one from whom people hide their faces he was despised, and we held him in low esteem. Surely he took up our pain and bore our suffering, yet we considered him punished by God, stricken by him, and afflicted. Isaiah 53:3-4

And let the peace that comes from Christ rule in your hearts. For as members of one body you are called to live in peace. And always be thankful. Colossians 3:15

Matthew 16:25 - 25 If you try to hang on to your life, you will lose it. But if you give up your life for my sake, you will save it.

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March 31

But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. All we like sheep have gone astray; We have turned, every one, to his own way; And the Lord has laid on Him the iniquity of us all. Isaiah 53:5-6

A truly wise person uses few words; a person with understanding is even-tempered. Proverbs 17:27

Ecclesiastes 6:9 - 9 Enjoy what you have rather than desiring what you don’t have. Just dreaming about nice things is meaningless—like chasing the wind.

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Deuteronomy 8:5
Know then in your heart that as a man disciplines his son so the Lord your God disciplines you.