September 3

Spiritual Vitamins Day 3 by SGLY Ministry

SPIRITUAL VITAMIN B: BELIEVE

“Believe in the LORD your God, and you shall be established;”
2 Chronicles 20:20 (NKJV)

Today’s Thought:
King Jehoshaphat said this to his people as his army was marching out against an enemy much bigger than they.
Established means to have the strength to stand firm in the face of uncertainty.
King Jehoshaphat was trusting the LORD to give them them victory because the LORD had told him and the people “Do not be afraid nor dismayed because of this great multitude, for the battle is not yours, but God’s.” 2 Chronicles 20:15 (NKJV)

As they believed, sang and praised the LORD, they got the victory because God is always true to His word.

Read the whole amazing story in 2 Chronicles Chapter 20.

Today’s Action:
Has the God told you something? If so, believe and trust in Him to accomplish it.
Stand firm on His word and you will receive the victory!
Believe is an action word.
First believe with all your heart and mind.
Second, act on that belief by standing firm on it.

STAND–Believe and Stand Firm
“Take your positions, then stand still and watch the LORD’s victory.”
2 Chronicles 20:17
SPEAK–Speak what you Believe
“LORD, we don’t know what to do but our eyes are upon You.”
2 Chronicles 20:12
SHOUT–Shout praise to the Lord
“Give thanks to the LORD; His faithful love endures forever!”
2 Chronicles 20:21

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Today's Daily Word
Enjoy the Day
My spirit is uplifted in times of rest and rejuvenation.
We each have unique abilities and ways of expressing them in our homes, schools, or workplaces. No matter what our roles or vocations may be, we are enriching the world through our dedication to giving our best.
It is also important that we give back to ourselves by spending some time in the day nourishing our souls. There are endless ways we can uplift our spirits and revitalize our minds and bodies. We may choose to read a good book, listen to soothing music, or spend time with family and friends.
Whatever we decide to do, let’s recognize our good efforts and savor each experience. Let’s treat ourselves to special times of rest, rejuvenation, and recreation.
“I know that there is nothing better for them than to be happy and enjoy themselves as long as they live; moreover, it is God’s gift that all should eat and drink and take pleasure in all their toil.”—Ecclesiastes 3:12-13

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Bearing The Weight

Thought for the Day

"There are just some days when it seems everywhere you turn, there is a problem and you are like an island, standing alone to face everything by yourself. On the days when you feel like the weight of the world is on your shoulders, know that God will help carry that weight and He will not let it force you to the ground.

Today's Word

"Do not be far from me, for trouble is near and there is no one to help." (Psalm 22:11 NIV)

Today's Prayer

Thank you Father for helping me to bear the weight of daily living. There are days when I feel as if I might be driven to my knees only to find you standing next to me, helping me stay on my feet. Amen

The Whisper Of God

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Find happiness in helping others

And I have been a constant example of how you can help those in need by working hard. You should remember the words of the Lord Jesus: ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.'” – Acts 20:35 (NLT)

How often do you take time to think about how you can help others? Do you ask God daily how you can be a blessing to those around you?

Or do you compare what you have to others and feel like you don’t have enough, don’t measure up, and are lacking in some way? It’s so easy to compare yourself to those around you and become focused inward. You might feel like you don’t have the best clothes, the best job, the best car, or the best house, etc. And if you focus on those things, it will steal your joy.

You find true happiness when you begin to help others – @studentdevos

Instead, find happiness in helping others. Ask God to show you a need around you and how you can meet it. Look for ways to show God’s love to others and help others in need. As you begin to live a generous life, you’ll find that you a happier and more fulfilled.

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Bible Verses

"And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose." (Romans 8:28)

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Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Philippians 4:4

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Psalm 9:2 – I will be glad and rejoice in you; I will sing praise to your name, O Most High.

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Numbers 6:24 – The Lord bless you and keep you.

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My dear brothers, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, for man's anger does not bring about the righteous life that God desires. — James 1:19-20

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Psalm 119:64 “The earth is filled with your love, LORD; teach me your decrees.”

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Prayers

For a New Day

Lord, the newness of this day
Call me to an untried way;
Let me gladly take the road,
Give me strength to bear my load.
Thou my guide and helper be —
I will travel through with Thee.
Amen.

by Henry Van Dkye

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A Prayer of Thanksgiving

O God, who is near us always, I think you for all the good gifts with which you have filled my life; for love that makes life beautiful, for all thoughts that uplift and gladden, for faith to believe and strength to attain, for every experience which humbles and teaches the need of you. Let me never doubt that, having led me thus far, you will lead me to the end. I wish to serve you; show me how I can do it best. Graciously look upon me and use me as you will. And grant that I may employ all of your gifts to the end of setting forth of your glory; through Jesus Christ, our Lord, Amen.

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Oh Heavenly Father, in whom I live and move and have my being, I humbly pray you so to guide and govern me by your Holy Spirit, that in all the joys, occupations, and cares of this day I may never forget you, but remember that I am ever walking in your sight. In Christ's name, I pray, Amen.

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Prayer of Entreaty for the Lost

Father, thank You for the Gospel of Christ because it is the power of God for the salvation of everyone who believes. We pray for those who are yet blind and do not know You. Open their ears to hear the preaching of Your Word. Open the blinded minds of them, which believe not, that the light of the glorious gospel of Christ, who is the image of God, should shine unto them. In the name of Jesus we bind them—spirit, soul and body—to the mercy and goodness of God that leads us to repentance. Amen.

Scripture Reading Romans 1:16 (NIV) 2 Corinthians 4:4 (KJV)

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“A Prayer For A Strong Work Ethic”

Father, help us to view work as a blessing from You that gives us opportunity to participate in gathering adequate provisions for our family as well as making a positive difference in our work setting. We seek to overcome challenges in the workplace and are able to do so because we do our work heartily, as for You, Lord primarily. We seek to be just and diligent in our work not just when we’re being observed by our supervisors or fellow-employees, but we remain aware that You are always watching over us. We don’t resent or dwell on the negatives of our work or workplace, but recognize how we serve You well when we work with a cheerful heart. And we can do so knowing that our reward is not just the weekly paycheck but most importantly the glorious eternal inheritance we receive in heaven. Keep us faithful we pray. Amen.

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Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day. For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal. 2 Corinthians 4:16–18, NIV

Lord our God, we thank you that you come to help us with your power and might. We thank you that you come to us in our suffering and strengthen us in all we must endure on earth. You help us so that what is good and full of light comes more and more to us and to all men. We thank you and pray that your power, coming from the invisible world into the visible, may continue its quiet working in us until the day when everyone can see Jesus Christ, who is the same yesterday, today, and into all eternity. Amen.

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Dear Lord, please give me the wisdom to see that there is good in all people.

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Father, thank You for another new day filled with Your love and grace. As we study Your word today, we thank You that You do know every need even before it is in our mind, or spoken from our lips. Your desire above all else is that we honor You. Be with us in the decisions we make. Amen.

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Dear heavenly Father, I thank you for Your promise of strength. Lord, I know that it is through Your wisdom and knowledge that we gain strength. Lord, I am grateful that I can call on You when I feel weak and when I feel that I am unable to go on. Lord, I want to use my strength to do Your will. I want to love You with all my heart, and with all my soul, and with all my mind, and with all my strength. I know then, that I will be able to love my neighbor as myself. You said that there is no greater commandment than this. May I always be faithful in loving You first, and then in loving others. I ask this in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ. Amen.