60 Days of Prayer February/March 2019

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Galatians 5:22-23 (NIV) This time of year, in the starkness of winter, trees can be difficult to tell apart. All the bare branches look similar without leaves or fruit. Yet when the buds begin to blossom, there can be no mistaking their identity. The same can be said about people; as we grow closer to Christ, the fruit of the Spirit blooms in our lives. Jesus said, “I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in Me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from Me you can do nothing” (John 5:15). Life is not as complicated as we sometimes make it out to be. We worry…

The thief does not come except to steal, and to kill, and to destroy. I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly. John 10:10 (NKJV) GET EXCITED ABOUT your life! Fight off the winter blues by filling your mind with abundant thoughts of love and faith, thoughts of God and glory, thoughts of this world and beyond. Make plans for what you want to do. Every day is a gift. Live it that way. Heavenly Father, life with You is exciting and amazing. Help me make the most of today. Every day. REFLECTIONS…

If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. 1 John 1:9 (NIV) HOW ARE YOU doing on your resolutions and goals for 2019? If you aren’t as successful as you had hoped, it’s okay. Making changes, even small ones, can be difficult. Remember you don’t have to do it alone. Jesus can help you. He can help you start anew. He can help you reach your goals. Heavenly Father, when I feel discouraged, help me clear away negative thoughts and words. Send the Holy Spirit to help me keep on track. REFLECTIONS…

When Solomon finished praying, fire came down from heaven and consumed the burnt offering and the sacrifices, and the glory of the Lord filled the temple. The priests could not enter the temple of the Lord because the glory of the Lord filled it. 2 Chronicles 7:1–2 (NIV) THE GLORY OF God is so magnificent it is impossible to comprehend. Yet sometimes worry overshadows the light of His tremendous power. If this happens, remember how awesome He is. Take a moment, close your eyes and imagine His glory. Think about your concerns and know that God is on your side. Lord, God Almighty, fill me with Your glory. REFLECTIONS…

Now a woman, having a flow of blood for twelve years, who had spent all her livelihood on physicians and could not be healed by any, came from behind and touched the border of His garment. And immediately her flow of blood stopped. Luke 8:43–44 (NKJV) THE WOMAN IN the above verse had tried every treatment and still was not healed. When earthly wisdom and cures disappoint us, there is always hope. If there is something in your life that needs healing— problems, a sickness, a memory —reach out to Jesus and asks for His help. Heavenly Father, I love You and praise You. REFLECTIONS…

For I am the Lord your God who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will help you. Isaiah 41:13 (NIV) IT IS HUMAN nature to be afraid when your future seems unsure and your problems weigh on your mind. Be assured that God knows your path and will help you through any problems you encounter. Instead of focusing on your fear, turn to your faith. Know that “He helps us in the most unexpected ways. He cares for us and saves us when we are low.” (Psalm 136-23) Lord Jesus, help me to feel the peace of Your presence. REFLECTIONS…