Bible Verse for Today

I know, O LORD, that a man's life is not his own; it is not for man to direct his steps.
— Jeremiah 10:23 (NIV)
Thoughts on Today's Verse...While we may have goals and a sense of mission about our lives, our lives are not really ours to plan. Every day must be greeted as a gift from God. Every goal must ultimately be pursued to his glory. Every true sense of direction is a gift to us from our Father's Word or his Spirit.

My Prayer...Wise and loving Father, lead me by your Holy Spirit...

 

The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.
— Proverbs 9:10 (NIV)
Thoughts on Today's Verse...We look for wisdom in so many worthless and futile places. But ultimate wisdom is found only when we intentionally humble ourselves before our incredible God, giving him the reverence and worship he deserves.

My Prayer...Magnificent and awesome God, the great expanse of space and the incredible intricacies of the things in your creation...

 

O God, whom I praise, do not remain silent, for wicked and deceitful men have opened their mouths against me; they have spoken against me with lying tongues.
— Psalm 109:1-2 (NIV)
Thoughts on Today's Verse...Satan has a way of discouraging us by using unscrupulous and evil people to spread lies and false rumors about us. This often occurs when we are most effective in our discipleship. We must not let the criticisms of wicked people derail our efforts to please the eternal and almighty...

 

When Jesus landed and saw a large crowd, he had compassion on them, because they were like sheep without a shepherd. So he began teaching them many things.
— Mark 6:34 (NIV)
Thoughts on Today's Verse...Jesus reminds us of the incredible importance of teaching. While we might have expected miracles or wonders arising out of Jesus' compassion, what shepherd-less sheep most need is good, solid, down to earth, practical teaching from a teacher who knows them and cares for them.

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May the God of peace ... that great Shepherd of the sheep, equip you with everything good for doing his will.
— Hebrews 13:20-21 (NIV)
Thoughts on Today's Verse...A good shepherd equips his sheep to face the trials of life. But as Psalm 23 reminds us, no shepherd equips his sheep quite like the ultimate Shepherd. Let's unleash his power in the lives of our brothers and sisters in Christ by specifically praying for God to equip them with everything they need to do his good work!

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They [Paul and Barnabas] preached the good news in that city and won a large number of disciples. Then they returned ... strengthening the disciples and encouraging them to remain true to the faith.
— Acts 14:21-22 (NIV)
Thoughts on Today's Verse...Let's make a commitment to do better at helping our new brothers and sisters in Christ grow in Christ. The apostles didn't just lead people to Christ, they also encouraged and strengthened them in their faith.

My Prayer...Holy and loving...

 

Encourage one another daily, as long as it is called Today, so that none of you may be hardened by sin's deceitfulness.
— Hebrews 3:13 (NIV)
Thoughts on Today's Verse...How serious are we about sin? The Bible reminds us how seriously God views it. The power of sin to entice us, entrap us, and ultimately engulf us in its power can be offset by loving Christian friends who encourage each other daily.

My Prayer...Father, I know sin's power is deceptive. Help me see those who need my...

 

May the LORD, the God of the spirits of all mankind, appoint a man over this community to go out and come in before them, one who will lead them out and bring them in, so the LORD's people will not be like sheep without a shepherd.
— Numbers 27:16-17 (NIV)
Thoughts on Today's Verse...Wow! For any city, county, or country electing new leadership, or church selecting elders or ministers, what greater prayer could there be?

My Prayer...O Father, please forgive us for choosing leaders for...

 

I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.
— John 10:11 (NIV)
Thoughts on Today's Verse...The Bible uses the term "shepherd" for all kinds of good leaders. But only One is the quintessential Shepherd. He shows us that the heart of godly leadership is sacrifice not status, service not selfishness. We follow this Shepherd because we know he values us above his own life.

My Prayer...Holy and sacrificial Father, I am humbled to silence by your plan to have...

 

Since the day we heard about you, we have not stopped praying for you and asking God to fill you with the knowledge of his will through all spiritual wisdom and understanding.
— Colossians 1:9 (NIV)
Thoughts on Today's Verse...When we hear of Christians in other places, especially where circumstances and times are difficult, or they are new in the Faith, let's intentionally and purposefully pray this prayer for them!

My Prayer...Loving Father please bless my brothers and sisters in...