Daily Inspiration Thread

"Take time to talk to God. Talk to Him as Jesus did and trust Him.

"God leaves nothing to chance. He keeps every promise that He makes. Lord, I know that which you are preparing me for will be ready when I arrive.

"How much you respond to love and goodness is how much you will increase love and goodness on earth. Lord, free me from the bondage of my bitterness and selfishness so that I will always be a reflection of You.

"Be true, sincere and loving in all of your relationships. Lord, help me to let love rule my heart and my life.

"Today let me be patient with myself and not expect more than I can do. Lord, in my desire to do my best, make me wiser and more loving.

"Start each day by talking with our loving God. It is a small thing to do to carry His peace with you throughout the day. Good morning, Lord, I have some things to tell You.

"Speak to God as you would your closest friend. Ask Him from your heart for what you want. And believe. Lord, let my faith in You never waiver.

"Lord, let me always remember to be grateful for the prayers You have answered.

"When you realize the spirit of Christ within, everything changes. Lord, I am thankful that You love me so much.

"Attitude is contagious. Be sure that yours is worth catching. Lord, let me always seek the best and encourage beauty in every possible way.

"God knows our innermost needs and will comfort us and lead us into green pastures. Lord, may I never forget that I do not walk alone.

"To God we are not weak children of this earth. God holds us as the perfect form, created in His own image. God, help me to believe in myself as You believe in me.

"Every person has been given a gift from God. What is your gift? Lord, have I thanked You?

"Praise God. Praise Him in joy. Praise Him in the midst of despair. Lord, Your holy name is never far from my lips.

"Take time to talk to God. Talk to Him as Jesus did and trust Him.

"God leaves nothing to chance. He keeps every promise that He makes. Lord, I know that which you are preparing me for will be ready when I arrive.

"For every difficulty we face, there is an opportunity. Lord, let me remember that You give me no more than I can handle.

"The weight of your burden is determined by your perception of it. If you believe it is too heavy, it will be. Lord, help me remember that nothing is impossible with You.

"In your darkest moments, look up! Lord, You are my light. You give me the courage and the wisdom that I need to make my dreams my reality.

"Give God a chance to work His miracles. Lord, I will be more patient because I know that in Your time, Your Will be done.

"Little irritations can ruin the day. Lord, keep me from worrying about small things and focus on the ceaseless wonders of Your Earth.

"Peaceful minds are not confused or afraid. Lord, shrink my troubles to their real size and give me all that I will need to handle what comes my way.

"God has given each of us special gifts and talents. Today focus on your gift to God. Lord, help me to use the gifts I've been given for Your glory and the good of my neighbor.

"Believe in God's Word and trust that He is at work in your life. As you meet adversity, call out His name. Jesus, Jesus, Jesus.

"Speak to God as you would your closest friend. Ask Him from your heart for what you want. And believe. Lord, let my faith in You never waiver.

"Lord, let me always remember to be grateful for the prayers You have answered.

"Say little, love much, give of your heart and judge no one. This is how to walk the spiritual path. Lord, help me to aspire to all that is pure and good so that I may be your disciple.

"How much you respond to love and goodness is how much you will increase love and goodness on earth. Lord, free me from the bondage of my bitterness and selfishness so that I will always be a reflection of You.

"No burden too heavy nor problem too large for God to handle. Learn the difficult task of praying as the Son of God prayed and pray as Jesus did. Lord, not my will, but Thine, be done.

"Light dispels darkness and attracts others to it. Shine! Lord, I will show everyone that I am happy; I will tell them this by a simple manner and a happy face.

"When you are ready to simply give up, remember God's promise that in the end all things work together for good. Lord, help me hold this truth and trust You to be at work in my life.

"Make your experiences and learning useful so that you will better use your God-given talents in His service. Lord, guide my decisions so that they will bring me closer to You.

"God leaves nothing to chance. He keeps every promise that He makes. Lord, I know that which you are preparing me for will be ready when I arrive.

"A simple 'Good Morning, Jesus!' is the best way to start your day and let God know that you are open to His help for making this day full and accomplished. Lord, two work better than one. I have much to do and need Your help.

"Today spend less time trying to right the wrongs that you see and look for the good things present in your life. Lord, help me to avoid unnecessarily criticizing those things with which I disagree and increase my awareness of Your love in the world.

"If you have been treated unjustly by others or simply by life, avoid compounding the difficulty and forgive the persons involved. Lord, help me abandon the habit of reliving my hurts and humiliations and allowing them to control my emotional well-being.

"We have but one life in which to know God. Lord, You never hide from me. It is I who gets distracted. Thank you for life's little thorns that remind me where you are.

"In your darkest moments, look up! Lord, You are my light. You give me the courage and the wisdom that I need to make my dreams my reality.

"Give your mind to Christ that He may guide you with His wisdom. Lord, as I am ready, teach me Your ways so that I may teach others.

"When your faith is strong, your troubles become smaller. Lord, my day is filled with blessings because I believe in You. Praise be Your holy name.

"Praise God. Praise Him in joy. Praise Him in the midst of despair. Lord, Your holy name is never far from my lips.

"Take time to talk to God. Talk to Him as Jesus did and trust Him.

"You are a child of God. You are a radiant human being. Live today with the confidence that God's love for you is beyond any love that we know and allow nothing to bind or limit you. Lord, thank you for loving me so much.

"Today be kind and loving and expect nothing in return. When you lift your consciousness above the darkness, you will understand that the life of Christ is the only enduring life. Lord, teach me to see You in my neighbor.

Grace to you and peace from God our Father.
—Colossians 1:1

I love a good letter. The epistles are especially appealing because of their holy salutations. Note how often believers bless one another, pray for one another, and wish one another God’s grace and every goodness. God’s grace and blessing are infinitely abundant. How often do we call on them throughout our day on behalf of one another? Today, let’s make a greater effort to call on the blessing of God Almighty for all people we encounter

Jesus said to Simon, “Do not be afraid; from now on you will be catching men.”
—Luke 5:11

At my brother’s ordination reception, the organizers had filled mason jars with water, put a fish in each one, and attached a note saying Be fishers of men. The gifts were meant for the children to take home, to stir their imaginations and spirits toward the possibility of vocations, but what a good reminder for all. We are not after health, wealth, or success, though these things can be great helps to us. We are all fishers of people. In our private, unique ways, let’s go fishing today.

Thank you Love