Bible Verses - January

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January 13

Isaiah 43:18-19 (NIV) "Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it?"

Thought: Don't fill your mind with your mistakes. Give God your full attention.

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All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly realms because we are united with Christ. - Ephesians 1:3

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So you see, faith by itself isn't enough. Unless it produces good deeds, it is dead and useless. James 2:17

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Mark 3:31-35 Then Jesus’ mother and brothers arrived. Standing outside, they sent someone in to call him. A crowd was sitting around him, and they told him, “Your mother and brothers are outside looking for you.” “Who are my mother and my brothers?” he asked. Then he looked at those seated in a circle around him and said, “Here are my mother and my brothers! Whoever does God’s will is my brother and sister and mother.”

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The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it. John 1:5

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2 Thessalonians 1:11 (NIV) - With this in mind, we constantly pray for you, that our God may make you worthy of his calling, and that by his power he may bring to fruition your every desire for goodness and your every deed prompted by faith.

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Isaiah 43:19 See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the desert and streams in the wasteland.

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Those who have served well gain an excellent standing and great assurance in their faith in Christ Jesus. - I Timothy 3:13

Thought: Don't underestimate the good you do. Extend God's love to one another.

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January 14

1 John 4:20-21 - 20 Whoever claims to love God yet hates a brother or sister is a liar. For whoever does not love their brother and sister, whom they have seen, cannot love God, whom they have not seen. 21 And he has given us this command: Anyone who loves God must also love their brother and sister.

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Psalms 147:3 He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds

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Isaiah 61:7 Instead of their shame my people will receive a double portion, and instead of disgrace they will rejoice in their inheritance; and so they will inherit a double portion in their land, and everlasting joy will be theirs.

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Make it your goal to live a quiet life, minding your own business and working with your hands, just as we instructed you before. 1 Thessalonians 4:11

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Psalm 34:4-5 (NIV) - I sought the Lord, and he answered me; he delivered me from all my fears. Those who look to him are radiant; their faces are never covered with shame.

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And this same God who takes care of me will supply all your needs from his glorious riches, which have been given to us in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19

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Deuteronomy 31:6 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."

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January 15

The Lord will work out his plans for my life -- for your faithful love, O Lord, endures forever. Don't abandon me, for you made me. - Psalm 138:8

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Matthew 6:9-15 —

"This, then, is how you should pray:
9 Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name.
10 Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.
11 Give us this day our daily bread.
12 And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.
13 And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.
14 For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you:
15 But if ye forgive not men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.

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John 8:31-32 - 31 To the Jews who had believed him, Jesus said, “If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. 32 Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”

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Galatians 5:16 This I say then, Walk in the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfil the lust of the flesh.

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And you yourself must be an example to them by doing good works of every kind. Let everything you do reflect the integrity and seriousness of your teaching. Titus 2:7

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Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.

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Psalm 100
A psalm. For giving grateful praise.

Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth.
Worship the Lord with gladness;
come before him with joyful songs.
Know that the Lord is God.
It is he who made us, and we are his;
we are his people, the sheep of his pasture.

Enter his gates with thanksgiving
and his courts with praise;
give thanks to him and praise his name.
For the Lord is good and his love endures forever;
his faithfulness continues through all generations.

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He says, “Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.” Psalm 46:10

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

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January 16

Galatians 5:16 So I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh.

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Mark 8:36 What good is it for a man to gain the whole world, yet forfeit his soul?

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Our people must learn to do good by meeting the urgent needs of others; then they will not be unproductive. Titus 3:14

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Now he who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will also supply and increase your store of seed and will enlarge the harvest of your righteousness. 2 Corinthians 9:10

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Psalm 16:5 (NIV) - Lord, you alone are my portion and my cup; you make my lot secure.

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He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty." Psalms 91:1

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Psalm 84:11 For the Lord God is a sun and shield: the Lord will give grace and glory: no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly.

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Isaiah 41:10 So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.

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January 17

May he grant your heart's desires and make all your plans succeed. - Psalm 20:4

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Learn to do right! Seek justice, encourage the oppressed. Defend the cause of the fatherless, plead the case of the widow. —Isaiah 1:17

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Philippians 2:14-16 - 14 Do everything without grumbling or arguing, 15 so that you may become blameless and pure, “children of God without fault in a warped and crooked generation.” Then you will shine among them like stars in the sky 16 as you hold firmly to the word of life. And then I will be able to boast on the day of Christ that I did not run or labor in vain.

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Trust in the Lord and do good. Psalm 37:3

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"But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint."
Isaiah 40:31

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Psalm 46:1-3 - 1 God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. 2 Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, 3 though its waters roar and foam and the mountains quake with their surging. "Selah"

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January 18

The Lord gives his people strength. The Lord blesses them with peace. - Psalm 29:11

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1 Corinthians 10:13 No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it.

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Now all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think. Ephesians 3:20

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He builds his lofty palace in the heavens and sets its foundation on the earth; he calls for the waters of the sea and pours them out over the face of the land—the Lord is his name. Amos 9:6

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Psalm 55:22 (NIV) - Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken.

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"For the LORD God is a sun and shield: the LORD will give grace and glory: no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly." Psalms 84:11

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Isaiah 26:3 You will keep in perfect peace him whose mind is steadfast, because he trusts in you.

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January 19

Proverbs 18:10 The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.

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Today’s Scripture: I Corinthians 2:1-2 (NLT): When I first came to you, dear brothers and sisters, I didn't use lofty words and impressive wisdom to tell you God’s secret plan. For I decided that while I was with you I would forget everything except Jesus Christ, the one who was crucified.

Today’s Thought: Sometimes we must forget everything we have been taught by man and go back to the basics. Jesus Christ loved us so much that He died for us period.

Today’s Prayer: Lord, I am in awe of what You did for me. I thank you so much for dying for me. Help me to tell someone about You today. In Jesus’ name I pray, amen!

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Matthew 7:12 So in everything, do to others what you would have them do to you, for this sums up the Law and the Prophets.

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Now all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think. Ephesians 3:20

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Then Jesus said, “Did I not tell you that if you believe, you will see the glory of God?”
John 11:40

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Micah 6:8 (NIV) - He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.

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God's grace is sufficient for me!
"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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January 20

Psalms 84:10 For a day in thy courts is better than a thousand. I had rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God, than to dwell in the tents of wickedness.

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James 1:2-3
Trials and Temptations

2 Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, 3 because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.

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Colossians 3:12-14 Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.

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And this same God who takes care of me will supply all your needs from his glorious riches, which have been given to us in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19

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Hebrews 11:1 (NIV) - Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.

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Psalm 119:114 You are my refuge and my shield; I have put my hope in your word.

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Teach me your way, O Lord, and I will walk in your truth; give me an undivided heart. Psalm 86:11

Thought: God seeks to fill hearts with His love.

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January 21

Matthew 22:39 (NCV) Jesus said, "And the second command is like the first: Love your neighbor as you love yourself."

Thought: How you see yourself impacts how you relate to others. God made you special. Remember that.

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James 1:12 Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him.

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The Lord will work out his plans for my life -- for your faithful love, O Lord, endures forever. Don't abandon me, for you made me. Psalm 138:8

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Titus 2:11-14 (NIV) - For the grace of God has appeared that offers salvation to all people. It teaches us to say “No” to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age, while we wait for the blessed hope-the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ, who gave himself for us to redeem us from all wickedness and to purify for himself a people that are his very own, eager to do what is good.

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Give your problems to God and let Him handle the rest.
"Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding." Proverbs 3:5

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I lift up my eyes to the hills - where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord. - Psalm 121: 1-2

Thought: Need rescue today? Look Up! God is always there to help you!!

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January 22

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.

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Colossians 4:2 2 Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful.

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For the Lord God is our sun and our shield. He gives us grace and glory. The Lord will withhold no good thing from those who do what is right. Psalm 84:11

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Matthew 7:7-8
Ask, Seek, Knock

7 “Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. 8 For everyone who asks receives; the one who seeks finds; and to the one who knocks, the door will be opened.

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Psalm 29:11 The LORD gives strength to his people; the LORD blesses his people with peace.

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He is my everything!
"A Psalm of David. The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want." Psalms 23:1

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James 1:2-3 (NIV) - 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.

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January 23

If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him. James 1:5

Fools think their own way is right, but the wise listen to others. Proverbs 12:15

Galatians 5:22 - 22 But the Holy Spirit produces this kind of fruit in our lives: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,

Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do no depend on your own understanding. Seek His will in all you do, and He will show you which path to take. - Proverbs 3: 5-6

Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives, and he who seeks finds, and to him who knocks it will be opened. Matthew 7:7-8

Without wise leadership, a nation falls; there is safety in having many advisers. Proverbs 11:14

Matthew 5:9 - 9 God blesses those who work for peace, for they will be called the children of God.

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My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you?
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I find comfort in knowing there is a real place that has been created by God and prepared by Jesus for each of us, if we accept His invitation. An extraordinary place of astounding wonder. Greater than we can fully understand or imagine. A place called heaven. "Heavenly Father, thank You for creating heaven. A place where we will spend eternity with You and our loved ones who have accepted Your invitation of salvation. Help us live with a joyful heart and share the hope we have of eternal life with others. In Jesus’ beautiful name, Amen."

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January 24

Today’s Scripture: I Corinthians 2:13 (NLT): When we tell you these things, we do not use words that come from human wisdom. Instead, we speak words given to us by the Spirit, using the Spirit’s words to explain spiritual truths.

Today’s Thought: When you do not know what to say, God always knows! This is why we must be in tune with His Spirit. If you ask Him to guide and lead you in what to say, guess what, He will!

Today’s Prayer: Lord, I pray that You guide and lead me as I talk to people today. Give me the words to say that will show them how much You love them. In Jesus’ name I pray, amen!

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Show me the right path, O LORD; point out the road for me to follow. - Psalm 25:4

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Galatians 6:1
Doing Good to All
1 Brothers and sisters, if someone is caught in a sin, you who live by the Spirit should restore that person gently. But watch yourselves, or you also may be tempted.

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Luke 6:39 And he spake a parable unto them, Can the blind lead the blind? shall they not both fall into the ditch?

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The Lord gives his people strength. The Lord blesses them with peace. Psalm 29:11

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1 John 2:17 NIV The world and its desires pass away, but the man who does the will of God lives forever.

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Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due, when it is in your power to act. Proverbs 3:27

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Matthew 6:34 (NIV) - Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.

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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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Isaiah 40:29
29 He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak.