Encouraging Word - June

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June 16

Devote yourselves to prayer with an alert mind and a thankful heart. Colossians 4:2

Romans 4:3 (NIV) Abraham believed God.

Thought: Do you?

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Today’s Scripture: Proverbs 3:5 (NLT): Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding.

Today’s Thought: We must learn to trust God – in every area of our life. It is one thing to say “I trust God” but when “the rubber hits the road” do you trust Him?

Today’s Prayer: Lord, help me to trust You in every area of my life. If there is an area I haven’t fully trusted You in, I ask that You show it to me. In Jesus’ name I pray, amen!

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June 17

Joyful are those who listen to me, watching for me daily at my gates, waiting for me outside my home! Proverbs 8:34

Deuteronomy 31:14 (NIV) ...Call Joshua and present yourselves at the Tent of Meeting, where I will commission him...

Thought: Every Christian has a calling. Find yours.

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Today’s Scripture: Proverbs 3:6 (NLT): Seek his will in all you do, and he will direct your paths.

Today’s Thought: Finding God’s will for your life is sometimes very difficult and takes years. We must constantly seek His face. This is a process, so do not get discourage, instead, keep seeking Him!

Today’s Prayer: Lord, I ask that You guide me in every area of my life. In Jesus’ name I pray, amen!

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June 18

Rejoice in our confident hope. Be patient in trouble, and keep on praying. Romans 12:12

1 Corinthians 13:5 (NIV) Love does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking...

Thought: Love pulls people together instead of tearing them apart.

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June 19

Listen to my voice in the morning, Lord. Each morning I bring my requests to you and wait expectantly. Psalm 5:3

Deuteronomy 31:16 (NIV) And the Lord said to Moses...

Thought: Want to hear God speak? He wrote a personal letter to you -- the Bible.

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June 20

Seek the Lord while you can find him. Call on him now while he is near. Isaiah 55:6

1 Corinthians 13:7 (NIV) ...love always hopes, always perseveres.

Thought: Love doesn't quit. Marriages are worth fighting for.

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Today’s Scripture: Proverbs 3:11 (NLT): My child, don't ignore it when the Lord disciplines you, and don't be discouraged when he corrects you.

Today’s Thought: God disciplines those He loves. Even though it may hurt, it will benefit you greatly in the end.

Today’s Prayer: Lord, I ask that You help me learn how to embrace correction and grow from it. In Jesus’ name I pray, amen!

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June 21

If you look for me wholeheartedly, you will find me. Jeremiah 29:13

Revelation 1:7 (NIV) Look, He is coming with the clouds, and every eye will see Him, even those who pierced Him...

Thought: That day will be like no other. Are you ready?

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June 22

Always be joyful. Never stop praying. Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you who belong to Christ Jesus. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Mark 6:2 (NIV) "What's this wisdom that has been given Him, that He even does miracles!"

Thought: Jesus displayed God's power. He can do it in your life, too.

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June 23

Keep me safe, O God, for I have come to you for refuge. Psalm 16:1

Deuteronomy 31:3 (NIV) The Lord your God himself will cross over ahead of you...

Thought: God leads the way. Just follow.

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June 24

O LORD, hear my plea for justice. Listen to my cry for help. Pay attention to my prayer, for it comes from honest lips. Psalm 17:1

Psalm 32:10 (NIV) Many are the woes of the wicked, but the Lord's unfailing love surrounds the one who trusts in Him.

Thought: Stop stressing! You're surrounded.

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June 25

I am praying to you because I know you will answer, O God. Bend down and listen as I pray.” Psalm 17:6 NLT

1 Corinthians 13:5b (NIV) Love is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs.

Thought: Forgiveness covers up ugly fights.

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Today’s Scripture: Proverbs 3:27 (NLT): Do not withhold good from those who deserve it when it's in your power to help them.

Today’s Thought: We need to help one another. God has put us here to be a witness to people and sometimes it involves “lending a hand” to someone in need.

Today’s Prayer: Lord, I ask that You put someone in my life to help them out today. In Jesus’ name I pray, amen!

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June 26

Never stop praying. Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you who belong to Christ Jesus. 1 Thessalonians 5:17-18

Deuteronomy 31:21 (NIV) ...I know what they are disposed to do...

Thought: God knows our failures and frailties. Let Him help you overcome.

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June 27

So let us come boldly to the throne of our gracious God. There we will receive his mercy, and we will find grace to help us when we need it most. Hebrews 4:16

Deuteronomy 34:9 (NIV) Now Joshua son of Nun was filled with the spirit of wisdom because Moses had laid his hands on him.

Thought: You're called to be a blessing. Never neglect the privilege of praying with people. There's power there.

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June 28

I waited patiently for the LORD to help me, and he turned to me and heard my cry. Psalm 40:1

Proverbs 5:20-21 (NIV) Why be captivated, my son, by an adulteress? Why embrace the bosom of another man's wife? For a man's ways are in full view of the Lord, and He examines all his paths.

Thought: Hands to yourself protects your heart.

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Today’s Scripture: I Peter 4:8 (NLT): Most important of all, continue to show deep love for each other, for love covers a multitude of sins.

Today’s Thought: Love is very important. Why? Jesus loved us so much that He laid his life down so we can be Saved. We need to share the love of God with everyone we come in contact with.

Today’s Prayer: Lord, I ask that You help me learn how to share the love of God to people as I go about my day today. In Jesus’ name I pray, amen!

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June 29

Keep on asking, and you will receive what you ask for. Keep on seeking, and you will find. Keep on knocking, and the door will be opened to you. Matthew 7:7

Psalm 108:1 (NIV) My heart is steadfast, O God...

Thought: Remain rock solid in your faith. It'll help you always stand firm.

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Today’s Scripture: I Peter 4:10 (NLT): God has given gifts to each of you from his great variety of spiritual gifts. Manage them well so that God's generosity can flow through you.

Today’s Thought: God has given each one of us a spiritual gift. It is our job to figure it out & walk in it. This often takes time. Don’t be discouraged if you do not know what your gifting(s) are. Just pray & seek God’s face.

Today’s Prayer: Lord, I ask that You show me what You have gifted me in & help me walk in it. In Jesus’ name I pray, amen!

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June 30

So Christ has truly set us free. Now make sure that you stay free, and don't get tied up again in slavery to the law. Galatians 5:1

Deuteronomy 31:6 (NIV) 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.

Thought: Trust is the tool that God has given us for overcoming situations and circumstances.

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Today’s Scripture: I Peter 4:11 (NLT): Are you called to be a speaker? Then speak as though God himself were speaking through you. Are you called to help others? Do it with all the strength and energy that God supplies. Then God will be given glory in everything through Jesus Christ. All glory and power belong to him forever and ever. Amen.

Today’s Thought: Once you figure out your calling, work at it with all your strength. People are watching you whether you realize it or not. Your work will glorify God and it might just bring someone to Christ!

Today’s Prayer: Lord, help me be a light for You in everything I do. In Jesus’ name I pray, amen!