Bible Verses - December
 

December 1

I call on the Lord in my distress and He answered me. (Psalm 120:1)

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My heart says of you, "Seek his face!" Your face, LORD, I will seek. Psalm 27:8

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Isaiah 26:3 You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.

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"If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land." 2 Chronicles 7:14

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Psalm 78:37-38 (NIV) Their hearts were not loyal to Him, they were not faithful to His covenant. Yet He was merciful; He forgave their iniquities

Thought: This is the story of God's love.

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Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God's mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God — this is your spiritual act of worship. —Romans 12:1

December 2

Let your light shine and glorify your Father who is in heaven. (Matthew 5:16)

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"Whoever believes in me, as the Scripture has said, streams of living water will flow from within him." John 7:38

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Proverbs 17:22, NIV "A joyful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones."

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Psalm. 80:2 (NIV) ...awaken Your might; come and save us.

Thought: Jesus is the answer to our prayer.

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Jer. 29:13, ESV "You will seek me and find me, when you seek me with all your heart."

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God saved you by his grace when you believed. And you can't take credit for this; it is a gift from God. Salvation is not a reward for the good things we have done, so none of us can boast about it. - Ephesians 2:8-9

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Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is — his good, pleasing and perfect will. —Romans 12:2

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Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. — Colossians 3:12

December 3

Colossians 3:23 Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters,

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"I will sing of the mercies of the LORD for ever: with my mouth will I make known thy faithfulness to all generations." Psalms 89:1

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Psalms 37:4 Delight thyself also in the LORD; and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart. 5 Commit thy way unto the LORD; trust also in him; and he shall bring it to pass.

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Hosea 6:3 Let us acknowledge the LORD; let us press on to acknowledge him. As surely as the sun rises, he will appear; he will come to us like the winter rains, like the spring rains that water the earth.

December 4

Live in harmony with one another. Do not be proud, but be willing to associate with people of low position. Do not be conceited. Romans 12:16

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"By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one to another." John 13:35

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Matthew 22:37 Jesus replied: “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’

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Yet for us there is but one God, the Father, from whom all things came and for whom we live; and there is but one Lord, Jesus Christ, through whom all things came and through whom we live. 1 Corinthians 8:6

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Job 8:21, NLT "He will once again fill your mouth with laughter and your lips with shouts of joy."

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Take delight in the LORD, and he will give you your heart's desires. - Psalm 37:4

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Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. – Colossians 3:15

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Just as each of us has one body with many members, and these members do not all have the same function, so in Christ we who are many form one body, and each member belongs to all the others. —Romans 12:4-5

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Dear friends, I urge you, as aliens and strangers in the world, to abstain from sinful desires, which war against your soul. — 1 Peter 2:11

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Matthew 11:28-30 “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”

December 5

Matthew 5:16 In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.

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"I will praise thee, O LORD, among the people: and I will sing praises unto thee among the nations." Psalms 108:3

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Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me. — Matthew 5:11

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Flee the evil desires of youth and pursue righteousness, faith, love and peace, along with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart. – 2 Timothy 2:22

December 6

My salvation and my honor depend on God; he is my mighty rock, my refuge. Psalm 62:7

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So those who rely on faith are blessed along with Abraham. (Galatians 3:9)

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"I have set the LORD always before me: because he is at my right hand, I shall not be moved." Psalms 16:8

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Psalm 37:5, NLT "Commit everything you do to the LORD. Trust him, and he will help you."

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Now I am about to go the way of all the earth. You know with all your heart and soul that not one of all the good promises the Lord your God gave you has failed. Every promise has been fulfilled; not one has failed. Joshua 23:14

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Dear brothers and sisters, when troubles of any kind come your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy. For you know that when your faith is tested, your endurance has a chance to grow. - James 1:2-3

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Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart. Then you will win favor and a good name in the sight of God and man. – Proverbs 3:3-4

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Today’s Scripture: II Thessalonians 1:12 (NLT): Then the name of our Lord Jesus will be honored because of the way you live, and you will be honored along with him. This is all made possible because of the grace of our God and Lord, Jesus Christ.

Today’s Thought: As we live our lives in an upright manner our lives should point to one person, Jesus. Do you live your life in a way that everyone knows you are a Christian? If not, start today!

Today’s Prayer: Lord, help me to live my life in a way that everything I do points to You. In Jesus’ name I pray, amen!

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Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart. Then you will win favor and a good name in the sight of God and man. – Proverbs 3:3-4

December 7

You may say to yourself, "My power and the strength of my hands have produced this wealth for me." But remember the LORD your God, for it is he who gives you the ability to produce wealth. Deuteronomy 8:17-18a

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John 13:35 By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.

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Isaiah 58:11, NLT "The LORD will guide you continually, giving you water when you are dry and restoring your strength. You will be like a well-watered garden, like an ever-flowing spring."

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So the Word became human and made his home among us. He was full of unfailing love and faithfulness. And we have seen his glory, the glory of the Father's one and only Son. - John 1:14

December 8

Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever. Psalm 23:6

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Psalm 5:12, NIV "Surely, LORD, you bless the righteous; you surround them with your favor as with a shield."

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Mark 2:7-12 “Why does this fellow talk like that? He’s blaspheming! Who can forgive sins but God alone?”

Immediately Jesus knew in his spirit that this was what they were thinking in their hearts, and he said to them, “Why are you thinking these things? Which is easier: to say to this paralyzed man, ‘Your sins are forgiven,’ or to say, ‘Get up, take your mat and walk’? But I want you to know that the Son of Man has authority on earth to forgive sins.” So he said to the man, “I tell you, get up, take your mat and go home.” He got up, took his mat and walked out in full view of them all. This amazed everyone and they praised God, saying, “We have never seen anything like this!”

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Today’s Scripture: II Thessalonians 2:2 (NLT): Don’t be so easily shaken or alarmed by those who say that the day of the Lord has already begun. Don’t believe them, even if they claim to have had a spiritual vision, a revelation, or a letter supposedly from us.

Today’s Thought: Do not believe everything you hear or read especially on the internet. Take everything back to the Bible. If you cannot find it in the Bible most likely it’s not true. We need to be students of the Word so we do not fall and believe false teaching.

Today’s Prayer: Lord, help me not to believe everything I hear even though it might sound really good. In Jesus’ name I pray, amen!

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But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people belonging to God, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light. —1 Peter 2:9

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John 14:6 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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Matthew 5:6 "Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled."

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Search for the Lord and for his strength; continually seek him. 1 Chronicles 16:11

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This is how we know that we live in him and he in us: He has given us of his Spirit. 1 John 4:13

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Titus 3:4-7 - 4 But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, 5 he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, 6 whom he poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior, 7 so that, having been justified by his grace, we might become heirs having the hope of eternal life.

December 9

Psalm 18:2 The Lord is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.

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"He hath shewed thee, O man, what is good; and what doth the LORD require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God?" Micah 6:8

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The Lord will rescue me from every evil attack and will bring me safely to his heavenly kingdom. To him be glory for ever and ever. Amen. 2 Timothy 4:18

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Jeremiah 31:3 (NIV) The Lord appeared to us in the past, saying "I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with loving-kindness."

Thought: Jesus is no stranger. He literally and physically walked among us.

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"In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God." John 1:1

December 10

Psalm 3:3 But you, LORD, are a shield around me, my glory, the One who lifts my head high.

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"Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest." Matthew 11:28

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And everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved. Acts 2:21

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Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. Resist him, standing firm in the faith, because you know that the family of believers throughout the world is undergoing the same kind of sufferings. – 1 Peter 5:8-9

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Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. Resist him, standing firm in the faith, because you know that the family of believers throughout the world is undergoing the same kind of sufferings. – 1 Peter 5:8-9

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Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Honor one another above yourselves. —Romans 12:10

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John 1:1-3 1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He was with God in the beginning. 3 Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made.

December 11

But if from there you seek the LORD your God, you will find him if you look for him with all your heart and with all your soul. Deuteronomy 4:29

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"Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest." Joshua 1:9

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Do not be wise in your own eyes; fear the Lord and shun evil. This will bring health to your body and nourishment to your bones. Proverbs 3:7-8

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Faith shows the reality of what we hope for; it is the evidence of things we cannot see. - Hebrews 11:1

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Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. —Romans 12:11

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Proverbs 3:5 Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. 6 In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.

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And again, Praise the Lord, all ye Gentiles; and laud him, all ye people. Romans 15:11

December 12

John 1:14 The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth.

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"Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much." James 5:16

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Whoever serves me must follow me; and where I am, my servant also will be. My Father will honor the one who serves me. John 12:26

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Psalm 37:23-24 "The Lord directs the steps of the godly. He delights in every detail of their lives.Though they stumble, they will never fall, for the Lord holds them by the hand."

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Isaiah 60:20 (NIV) ..the Lord will be your everlasting light, and your days of sorrow will end.

Thought: God saw our suffering and sent us a Savior.

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But my life is worth nothing to me unless I use it for finishing the work assigned me by the Lord Jesus - the work of telling others the Good News about the wonderful grace of God. - Acts 20:24

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Keep me safe, my God, for in you I take refuge. I say to the Lord, “You are my Lord; apart from you I have no good thing.” – Psalm 16:1-2

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Today’s Scripture: II Thessalonians 2:9-10 (NLT): This man will come to do the work of Satan with counterfeit power and signs and miracles. He will use every kind of evil deception to fool those on their way to destruction, because they refuse to love and accept the truth that would save them.

Today’s Thought: Satan will use everything in his power to make us fall. This is where we need to know the Word inside and out. We must fight our adversary, the devil, with the Word of God. The truth will always set you free.

Today’s Prayer: Lord, help me to fight the devil by quoting scripture. In Jesus’ name I pray, amen!

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Romans 12:15-16 — Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn. Live in harmony with one another. Do not be proud, but be willing to associate with people of low position. Do not be conceited.
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There's something deep within us that loves to be first, to win, to be "in." We elbow up through degrees, titles, possessions, rights privileges, connections, seniority and the like. But once we reach our goals, then what? God doesn't separate us from those who are lower on the career ladder than we are. He tells us to pull them up with us. "Love him as yourself, for you were aliens in Egypt. I am the LORD your God" (Leviticus 19:34). In a few words, God both levels and lifts us: "You were an alien, too" and "I am your Lord God." Do you know someone who needs a lift today?

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Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. —Romans 12:12

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Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy. — Matthew 5:7

December 13

Do you not know? Have you not heard? The LORD is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He will not grow tired or weary, and his understanding no one can fathom. He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. Isaiah 40:28-31

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Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men. (Luke 2:14)

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Psalm 119:105 Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.

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Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. 1 Corinthians 13:4-5

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Each time he said, "My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness." So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me. - 2 Corinthians 12:9

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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. – James 1:2-3

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For we were all baptized by one Spirit into one body — whether Jews or Greeks, slave or free — and we were all given the one Spirit to drink. —1 Corinthians 12:13

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Matthew 5:8 Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see GOD.

December 14

Don't you know that you yourselves are God's temple and that God's Spirit lives in you? 1 Corinthians 3:16

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Isaiah 7:14 Therefore the Lord himself shall give you a sign; Behold, a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel.

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Psalm 16:11 "You will show me the path of life: in your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand there are pleasures for evermore."

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Isaiah 4:2 (NIV) In that day the Branch of the Lord will be beautiful and glorious...

Thought: Christ reigns as King!

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And we are confident that he hears us whenever we ask for anything that pleases him. And since we know he hears us when we make our requests, we also know that he will give us what we ask for. - 1 John 5:14-15

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For God, who said, “Let light shine out of darkness,” made his light shine in our hearts to give us the light of the knowledge of God’s glory displayed in the face of Christ. – 2 Corinthians 4:6

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Today’s Scripture: II Thessalonians 2:13 (NLT): As for us, we can’t help but thank God for you, dear brothers and sisters loved by the Lord. We are always thankful that God chose you to be among the first to experience salvation—a salvation that came through the Spirit who makes you holy and through your belief in the truth.

Today’s Thought: It is an awesome thought to know that we are loved by the King of Kings. Let’s live our lives as royalty.

Today’s Prayer: Lord, thank You for loving me. Help to live my life as You see me. In Jesus’ name I pray, amen!

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And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. — Colossians 3:17

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Psalms 119:15 I will meditate in thy precepts, and have respect unto thy ways. 16 I will delight myself in thy statutes: I will not forget thy word.

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"Now therefore thus saith the LORD of hosts; Consider your ways." Haggai 1:5

December 15

He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. Psalm 91:1

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"For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace." Isaiah 9:6

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Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective. — James 5:16

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"Then spake Haggai the LORD'S messenger in the LORD'S message unto the people, saying, I am with you, saith the LORD." Haggai 1:13

December 16

Defend the cause of the weak and fatherless; maintain the rights of the poor and oppressed. Rescue the weak and needy; deliver them from the hand of the wicked. Psalm 82:3-4

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John 1:14 The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth

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"Consider the ravens: for they neither sow nor reap; which neither have storehouse nor barn; and God feedeth them: how much more are ye better than the fowls?" Luke 12:24

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But just as he who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do; for it is written: “Be holy, because I am holy.” 1 Peter 1:15-16

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Psalm 62:5, NIV "Yes, my soul, find rest in God; my hope comes from him."

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Live in harmony with one another. Do not be proud, but be willing to associate with people of low position. Do not be conceited. —Romans 12:16

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A righteous man may have many troubles, but the LORD delivers him from them all... — Psalm 34:19

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Hosea 12:6 Therefore turn thou to thy God: keep mercy and judgment, and wait on thy God continually.

December 17

"For thou, LORD, wilt bless the righteous; with favour wilt thou compass him as with a shield." Psalms 5:12

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Zephaniah 3:17, NIV "The LORD your God is with you, he is mighty to save. He will take great delight in you, he will quiet you with his love, he will rejoice over you with singing."

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Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everybody. If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. —Romans 12:17-18

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Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. — Galatians 6:9

December 18

"Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things." Philippians 4:8

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Lord, you are my God; I will exalt you and praise your name, for in perfect faithfulness you have done wonderful things, things planned long ago. Isaiah 25:1

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A voice of one calling: “In the wilderness prepare the way for the Lord; make straight in the desert a highway for our God. Every valley shall be raised up, every mountain and hill made low; the rough ground shall become level, the rugged places a plain. And the glory of the Lord will be revealed, and all people will see it together. For the mouth of the Lord has spoken.” – Isaiah 40:3-5

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Isaiah 25:9 In that day they will say, “Surely this is our God; we trusted in him, and he saved us. This is the LORD, we trusted in him; let us rejoice and be glad in his salvation.”

December 19

"I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world." John 16:33

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John 13:13-14, ESV "You call me Teacher and Lord, and you are right, for so I am. If I then, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also ought to wash one another's feet."

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Luke 9:23, ESV "And he said to all, “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me."

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All right then, the Lord himself will give you the sign. Look! The virgin will conceive a child! She will give birth to a son and will call him Immanuel (which means "God is with us"). - Isaiah 7:14

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Be imitators of God, therefore, as dearly loved children and live a life of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God. — Ephesians 5:1-2

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Deuteronomy 28:9 The LORD shall establish thee an holy people unto himself, as he hath sworn unto thee, if thou shalt keep the commandments of the LORD thy God, and walk in his ways.

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Isaiah 49:13 Shout for joy, you heavens; rejoice, you earth; burst into song, you mountains! For the LORD comforts his people and will have compassion on his afflicted ones.

December 20

. . .Jesus said, "If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free." John 8:31-32

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I will give thanks to you, Lord, with all my heart; I will tell of all your wonderful deeds. Psalm 9:1

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Jeremiah 31:25 (NIV) I will refresh the weary and satisfy the faint.

Thought: The Light of the World shines on you.

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Psalm 9:1, NKJV "I will praise You, O LORD, with my whole heart; I will tell of all Your marvelous works."

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God sent his Son into the world not to judge the world, but to save the world through him. - John 3:17

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"Do not be afraid," Samuel replied [to the people of Israel]. "You have done all this evil; yet do not turn away from the LORD, but serve the LORD with all your heart." —1 Samuel 12:20

December 21

To God belong wisdom and power, counsel and understanding are his. (Job 12:13

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John 1:4-5 In him was life, and that life was the light of all mankind. 5 The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.

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"For the righteous LORD loveth righteousness; his countenance doth behold the upright." Psalms 11:7

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Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts. Colossians 3:16

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And she will have a son, and you are to name him Jesus, for he will save his people from their sins. - Matthew 1:21

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Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. Colossians 3:2

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Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good. —Romans 12:21

December 22

Matthew 1:21 She will give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins.”

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"For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God:" Ephesians 2:8

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Worship the Lord your God, and his blessing will be on your food and water. I will take away sickness from among you. Exodus 23:25

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1 John 3:1, ESV "See what kind of love the Father has given to us, that we should be called children of God; and so we are."

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God showed how much he loved us by sending his one and only Son into the world so that we might have eternal life through him. - 1 John 4:9

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But the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary; you have found favor with God. You will conceive and give birth to a son, and you are to call him Jesus. – Luke 1:30-31

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For the sake of his great name the LORD will not reject his people, because the LORD was pleased to make you his own. —1 Samuel 12:22

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Luke 1:68 “Praise be to the Lord, the God of Israel, because he has come to his people and redeemed them.

December 23

Ask the Lord to help you stand in his strength through whatever challenges you face today.

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Let your face shine on your servant; save me in your unfailing love. Psalm 31:16

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1 Peter 4:10, NIV "Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms."

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Jeremiah 31:34 (NIV) For I will forgive their wickedness and will remember their sins no more.

Thought: Unwrap a new heart and a fresh start. God wants you to have it.

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“I am the Lord’s servant,” Mary answered. “May your word to me be fulfilled.” Then the angel left her. – Luke 1:38

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You believe in Him and rejoice with inexpressible and glorious joy. (1 Peter 1:8)

December 24

"For by him were all things created, that are in heaven, and that are in earth, visible and invisible, whether they be thrones, or dominions, or principalities, or powers: all things were created by him, and for him:" Colossians 1:16

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Busy today? ‘Be still, and know that I am God’ (Psalm 46:10).

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John 8:12, ESV "I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life."

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Psalm 63:1, ESV "O God, you are my God; earnestly I seek you; my soul thirsts for you; my flesh faints for you, as in a dry and weary land where there is no water."

December 25

Luke 2:11 For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.

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John 3:16, ESV "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life."

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For a child is born to us, a son is given to us. The government will rest on his shoulders. And he will be called: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. - Isaiah 9:6

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My help comes from the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth. He will not let your foot slip— he who watches over you will not slumber; indeed, he who watches over Israel will neither slumber nor sleep. — Psalm 121:2-4

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"And it came to pass, as the angels were gone away from them into heaven, the shepherds said one to another, Let us now go even unto Bethlehem, and see this thing which is come to pass, which the Lord hath made known unto us." Luke 2:15

December 26

"For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind." 2 Timothy 1:7

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As far as the east is from the west, so far has he removed our transgressions from us. Psalm 103:12

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Revelation 4:11, KJV "Thou art worthy, O Lord, to receive glory and honour and power: for thou hast created all things, and for thy pleasure they are and were created."

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Isaiah 60:1 (NIV) Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord rises upon you.

Thought: There's no place you can go that God can't reach.

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Today’s Scripture: II Thessalonians 3:13 (NLT): As for the rest of you, dear brothers and sisters, never get tired of doing good.

Today’s Thought: We must not get weary in well-doing. Our ultimate goal should be pleasing our Father.

Today’s Prayer: Lord, help me not to get tired of doing what is right even though everyone else around me is doing wrong. In Jesus’ name I pray, amen!

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Whoever serves me must follow me; and where I am, my servant also will be. My Father will honor the one who serves me. —John 12:26

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But blessed is the man who trusts in the LORD, whose confidence is in him. — Jeremiah 17:7

December 27

Grace and peace to you from God our Father (Colossians 1:2)

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Seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. Matthew 6:33

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Galatians 5:22-23, ESV "But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control;"

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We love because He first loved us. 1 John 4:19

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Isaiah 60:5 (NIV) Then you will look and be radiant, your heart will throb and swell with joy...

Thought: People "think" they've fallen too far to be forgiven. God has a different plan.

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Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. - Matthew 28:19

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Jesus declared, "I am the bread of life. He who comes to me will never go hungry, and he who believes in me will never be thirsty." John 6:35

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Isaiah 26:3-4, NLT "You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in you, all whose thoughts are fixed on you! Trust in the LORD always, for the LORD God is the eternal Rock."

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Now you are the body of Christ, and each one of you is a part of it. —1 Corinthians 12:27

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As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another. — Proverbs 27:17

December 28

Revelation 21:4 ‘He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death’ or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.”

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Luke 11:2, KJV "Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done..."

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Ephesians 2:14 (NIV) For He Himself is our peace...

Thought: Jesus brought us peace with God, so you can make peace with yourself and your past.

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Don't be afraid, for I am with you. Don't be discouraged, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will hold you up with my victorious right hand. - Isaiah 41:10

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Psalms 34:4 I sought the LORD, and he heard me, and delivered me from all my fears.

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Psalm 55:22 Cast your cares on the LORD and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken.

December 29

Ask the Lord to lift your spirits as you read his Word today.

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Philippians 4:12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want.

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"For I will pour water upon him that is thirsty, and floods upon the dry ground: I will pour my spirit upon thy seed, and my blessing upon thine offspring:" Isaiah 44:3

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Proverbs 3:5-6, NIV "Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight."

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Ephesians 2:6 (NIV) God raised us up with Christ and seated us with Him in the heavenly realms in Christ Jesus.

Thought: It's time to see yourself through God's eyes.

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For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved. (Romans 10:13)

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Today’s Scripture: Matthew 28:19 (NLT): Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit.

Today’s Thought: We must go out and share the good news with people. Notice it does not say pastors or evangelists. It just says “go”. That means everyone. How are you going to share the love of God with someone today?

Today’s Prayer: Lord, I ask that You give me the courage to tell someone about You today. In Jesus’ name I pray, amen!

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The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the One and Only, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth. — John 1:14

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Ezekiel 34:12 As a shepherd looks after his scattered flock when he is with them, so will I look after my sheep. I will rescue them from all the places where they were scattered on a day of clouds and darkness.

December 30

If you can, put on some praise and worship music and sing with it. Allow it to focus your mind.

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Ecclesiastes 3:1 "There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens"

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"For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved." John 3:17

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Philippians 3:13, NLT "No, dear brothers and sisters, I am still not all I should be, but I am focusing all my energies on this one thing: Forgetting the past and looking forward to what lies ahead,"

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Ephesians 2:8 (NIV) For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God.

Thought: Happy New Year! God wants you to wipe the slate clean.

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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

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It is by faith you stand firm. (2 Corinthians 1:24)

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Today’s Scripture: Matthew 28:20 (NLT): Teach these new disciples to obey all the commands I have given you. And be sure of this: I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”

Today’s Thought: Jesus promised us that He would be with us always. This is such a comforting thought. As we end the year and start a new one let’s remember that Jesus is with us.

Today’s Prayer: Lord, thank You that You are with us always. I pray as I enter into a new year that I grow in You. In Jesus’ name I pray, amen!

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Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God. — Matthew 5:9

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Psalm 119:165 Great peace have those who love your law, and nothing can make them stumble.

December 31

Take a moment to think back over the year that is ending. Ask God’s forgiveness for your sins, his healing for your hurts, and his blessing on your joys.

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Dear friends, since God so loved us, we also ought to love one another. 1 John 4:11

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I know that my redeemer lives, and that in the end he will stand on the earth. Job 19:25

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May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Romans 15:13

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Psalm 46:10, ESV "Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!"

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This means that anyone who belongs to Christ has become a new person. The old life is gone; a new life has begun! 2 Corinthians 5:17

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But seek his kingdom, and these things will be given to you as well. —Luke 12:31

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Blessed is the man whose sin the Lord will never count against him. — Romans 4:8

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Romans 8:28 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.