No matter what God has called you to do, and you do it for Him alone, it is a beautiful offering of love, service, dedication and it honors Him completely. Don’t fall into the trap of comparison with others, honor God as He has called you …
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Bitterness has a way of settling deep into our hearts—especially when we’ve experienced injustice, betrayal, suffering, or pain that feels undeserved. And when it takes root, it doesn’t just stay quietly in the background. It can slowly drain our joy, distort our perspective, and keep us from experiencing the goodness God wants for us. Left unchecked, bitterness becomes a life-killer—squeezing the peace and freedom out of our lives from the inside out.
Heavenly Father,
This new year doesn’t feel new to me. I’m still carrying pain from what I’ve lost, and I don’t feel ready for fresh starts or big plans. But tonight, I’m asking You to help me trust in Your new mercies. My circumstances may not have changed, but You are faithful.
Help me wake up tomorrow and receive just enough mercy for that day. I don’t need strength for all of 2026—I just need what You have for me tomorrow. Thank You that Your faithfulness doesn’t depend on my feelings, my strength, or my ability to move forward. Thank You that even when I can’t see the purpose in my pain, You still have plans for me.
Help me take one more day, one more step, trusting that Your mercies will meet me when I wake.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.
Follow the Law, that’s it? (1-Minute Devotion) – That’s all I gotta do? Something isn’t right? What if I follow the Law but still hate God???
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Jesus offers Himself? (1-Minute Devotion) – Boy, I never really thought about that! What am I offering Him?
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If you’ve ever driven a car, you know the rearview mirror has a purpose—but it’s not meant to be your primary focus. It’s small for a reason. You glance back briefly, but your eyes belong on the road ahead. In the same way, God never intended for you to live your life staring at your past. When we fixate on what’s behind us—past mistakes, missed opportunities, or wounds caused by others—it can steal our peace in the present and keep us from stepping into what God has prepared for our future.
The devotional reminds us that the past lives in the rearview—it can inform us, but it should not define us. We can’t change what happened, but we do get to choose what we do with it. We can lament, staying trapped in regret, guilt, shame, or anger—or we can learn, allowing God to redeem our experiences and help us move forward with wisdom and grace. The goal isn’t to pretend the past didn’t happen. The goal is to release its hold on your heart so you can press on, like Paul describes, toward the life God is calling you into.
And you don’t have to do that alone. God gives help through the Holy Spirit, through wise counseling, and through trusted friends who can support you, pray with you, and remind you of truth when you feel stuck. Everything God has for you is ahead. Your destiny isn’t behind you—it’s in front of you.
Dear God,
Learning to be still in a noisy world can feel scary and uncomfortable. When I’m tempted to fill every moment with noise and busyness, remind me that I have permission to pause, breathe, and rest in You. Quiet the fears that creep in when I slow down, and help me trust that You are in control—even when I’m not doing anything. Teach me to practice stillness in Your presence and to listen attentively for Your voice.
I love You, praise You, and thank You, Jesus.
Amen.
A new year often feels like a fresh start, but our relationship with God isn’t seasonal—it’s ongoing and steadfast. As uncertainty, trials, and world events compete for our attention, our hearts can easily drift into worry and anxiety. Yet Scripture promises that peace is available, even in the middle of storms. Isaiah 26:3 reminds us that God keeps those who remain steadfast and trust Him in perfect peace. As the new year begins, we’re invited to fix our focus on the Lord, quiet our minds, and trust His promises. Peace isn’t the absence of hardship—it is the calm assurance that God is in control and already ahead of us.
Father,
Thank You for Your grace. I don’t know where I would be without it. As I look back over this past year, I see both the choices I’m thankful for and the moments I wish I could erase. I confess the ways I’ve fallen short, and I receive Your forgiveness tonight.
As I step into a new year, help me walk in confidence as the new creation You’ve made me to be. Let me release the weight of my past mistakes, knowing You have made all things new. Remind me that Your grace doesn’t run out—and that with You, I can begin again, even today.
Let this year be the greatest revelation of Your grace I have ever experienced.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.
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As a new year begins, many people carry regret, disappointment, or anxiety from what they didn’t accomplish in the past year. Yet Scripture invites us to move forward with hope, not fear. Philippians 1:6 reminds us that God is faithful to complete the good work He began in us. He does not call us to dwell on the past, but to trust His power to renew, restore, and make all things new. God’s newness isn’t wishful thinking—it’s His promise. No matter what the previous year looked like, He is still working, still transforming, and still bringing new life and purpose as we step into the year ahead.
Today’s Bible Verse:
Philippians 1:6 – https://www.biblestudytools.com/philippians/1-6.html
“Being confident of this, that He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.”
Main Takeaways
You’ll learn why God doesn’t want you living in regret or replaying past failures.
Discover how Philippians 1:6 gives confidence that God completes what He starts.
Understand how Scripture repeatedly calls believers to stop looking back and press forward.
Reflect on how God promises to do new things—even when we can’t yet perceive them.
Be encouraged that your future is shaped by God’s renewal, not your past disappointments.
Bible Verse References
Philippians 1:6 – https://www.biblestudytools.com/philippians/1-6.html
Luke 9:62 – https://www.biblestudytools.com/luke/9-62.html
Philippians 3:13 – https://www.biblestudytools.com/philippians/3-13.html
Isaiah 43:18 – https://www.biblestudytools.com/isaiah/43-18.html
Ezekiel 36:26 – https://www.biblestudytools.com/ezekiel/36-26.html
Isaiah 42:9 – https://www.biblestudytools.com/isaiah/42-9.html
Isaiah 43:19 – https://www.biblestudytools.com/isaiah/43-19.html
2 Corinthians 5:17 – https://www.biblestudytools.com/2-corinthians/5-17.html
Revelation 21:5 – https://www.biblestudytools.com/revelation/21-5.html
Your Daily Prayer
Dear Father, thank You for Your promise to make all things new. Help me release the regrets, disappointments, and unfinished plans of the past year into Your hands. Strengthen my heart to look forward with hope, trusting that You will complete the good work You began in me. Renew my spirit, soften my heart toward You, and guide my steps into the newness You have prepared. May this year be marked by deeper trust, greater obedience, and a life that glorifies Your name.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Dear God,
In the chaos of this world, it’s easy to lose sight of You—Your majesty, Your power, and Your faithfulness. When my problems feel bigger than my peace, remind me that You are still the same God who has carried me before. Teach me not to fixate on fear, but to focus on Your character. In every season—whether I’m on a mountaintop or in a valley—help me recognize Your presence and trust that You will never fail. I love You, I praise You, and I thank You for being faithful even when life feels uncertain.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.
Is God really listening to me? (1-Minute Devotion) – This is what the scriptures tell us, but is it really true? Does He really care about me that much? Hmmm …
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Life is filled with endless choices, responsibilities, and opportunities—yet time remains limited. Whether you’re facing a full to-do list, standing at a crossroads, or simply longing for your days to feel purposeful, God invites you to seek His wisdom. James 1:5 assures us that when we ask God for guidance, He gives generously and without judgment. Honoring God with our time begins by going to Him first—listening, waiting, and trusting His direction. Even when clarity feels delayed, we can rest in the confidence that God is at work and will guide each step as we surrender our plans to Him.
Father,
Tonight we come to You with full hearts and open hands. You see the dreams being sent out, the waiting, the wondering, and the quiet ache of letting go. Increase our trust in You as we step into this new year. Fill us with joy and peace that do not depend on outcomes, but on Your presence. Hold our children as You have always done, and hold us too as we learn to release what we love most back into Your care. We trust that You are writing a story far greater than anything we could imagine.
In Jesus’ Name,
Amen.
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