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- Kategorie: Religion und Spiritualität
- Serie: The Passion Translation Devotionals
- Sprache: Englisch
- Veröffentlichungsjahr: 2021
Awaken your soul to the living Word of God. Reflect on the life-giving invitation of God's heart, gently whispered in this daily devotional, and let the light of his pure presence shine on you. Deepen your intimacy with the God of the Ages as he walks with you through the hills and valleys of life. Be refreshed in the waterfall of his loyal love. Soak in his wondrous wisdom, and let your faith be strengthened. Come alive in the waves of his grace as you hear him speak tenderly to your heart.
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I HEAR HIS Whisper FOR WOMEN
365 Daily Meditations & Declarations
Copyright © 2021 Brian Simmons
Whispers composed by Brian Simmons with Sara Perry.
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Dedication
Dedicated to two amazing women who sparkle with life and whose laughter warms my soul.
My daughters, Charity Ann and Bethany Joy.
Special, unique, and sweet.
I cherish you both as God’s gift to me.
Contents
Introduction
January
January 1: Hold to the vision.
January 2: I am your portion.
January 3: You have access to more.
January 4: My ways are better.
January 5: I see it all.
January 6: Plant seeds of peace.
January 7: I am never late.
January 8: Keep doing good.
January 9: I have the keys you need.
January 10: I am your wisdom.
January 11: I am restoring what was lost.
January 12: There is nothing I lack.
January 13: Trust my leadership.
January 14: Receive my delight.
January 15: Press on in love.
January 16: Join with my heart.
January 17: I am leading you into light.
January 18: Love is stronger than fear.
January 19: I am easy to please.
January 20: Listen to my voice.
January 21: Nothing is impossible.
January 22: Trust my wisdom.
January 23: There’s no better time.
January 24: Listen to my heart.
January 25: See from a higher perspective.
January 26: Be rooted in love.
January 27: Your purpose is found here.
January 28: My presence is your sustenance.
January 29: I am your guide.
January 30: No time to waste.
January 31: My Word is trustworthy.
February
February 1: I am here still.
February 2: I am your joy.
February 3: I invite you into my love.
February 4: I have brought you in.
February 5: I am writing your story.
February 6: My heart is full of love.
February 7: Come to the table.
February 8: Do not despair.
February 9: Let me encourage you.
February 10: Give me your attention.
February 11: Find your pleasure in my own.
February 12: Be true.
February 13: Winter won’t last forever.
February 14: All are welcome in me.
February 15: I am able.
February 16: Take me at my word.
February 17: There is purpose in the valley.
February 18: Let love bring you together.
February 19: Your lifestyle is your worship.
February 20: Follow through.
February 21: I am reading your heart.
February 22: You are fully accepted.
February 23: Shame has no place here.
February 24: Reach out in hope.
February 25: Let your faith grow.
February 26: My love is steady.
February 27: My presence heals.
February 28: Fellowship is a gift.
February 29: Fill up on my love.
March
March 1: You are gifted with more.
March 2: I never stop.
March 3: I restore your strength.
March 4: You are covered by kindness.
March 5: Follow the path of healing.
March 6: I make you new.
March 7: Release a fresh sound.
March 8: You are blooming.
March 9: Live in my power.
March 10: We are in this together.
March 11: I offer you strength.
March 12: I am holding you.
March 13: Renewal is here.
March 14: You are safe here.
March 15: Refreshing streams of life.
March 16: My promises are sure.
March 17: My power changes you.
March 18: This is not the end.
March 19: I surround you with comfort.
March 20: Winds of refreshing are blowing.
March 21: Look up, child.
March 22: I am holding fast.
March 23: There is no greater power.
March 24: I am releasing rest.
March 25: I have got you.
March 26: Take courage.
March 27: I won’t let you fall.
March 28: My mercy knows no bounds.
March 29: You are my beloved.
March 30: Arise and shine.
March 31: The Curse Is Reversed
April
April 1: You are liberated.
April 2: Increase is yours.
April 3: Be bold.
April 4: I am the resurrection.
April 5: Be filled with my good news.
April 6: Clothe yourself in light.
April 7: Let there be unity.
April 8: I’m not finished with you.
April 9: I am not surprised.
April 10: My mercy is strong.
April 11: Give it to me.
April 12: Christ is the source.
April 13: I offer you tender affection.
April 14: Hide yourself in my faithfulness.
April 15: Follow the breakthrough.
April 16: I am a gentle shepherd.
April 17: I am proud of you.
April 18: The dark night is ending.
April 19: Hold on to loyal love.
April 20: Let your song rise.
April 21: New opportunities are coming.
April 22: Fresh hope is dawning.
April 23: Leave the past behind.
April 24: Come alive in me.
April 25: I do not waver.
April 26: Leave your regret in the past.
April 27: I come to your rescue.
April 28: Clothe yourself in prayer.
April 29: Keep going.
April 30: My heart is your home.
May
May 1: I won’t let you go.
May 2: I see you in your pain.
May 3: I am for you.
May 4: Peace is your portion.
May 5: You are secure.
May 6: I am closer than a brother.
May 7: I’ve got you.
May 8: You are held.
May 9: You are my dearly loved daughter.
May 10: The waves won’t overtake you.
May 11: Trade your anxiety for peace.
May 12: Let me be your help.
May 13: I am close.
May 14: Pursue my perspective.
May 15: Live from my abundance.
May 16: You are mine.
May 17: You shine like a star.
May 18: I know the way through.
May 19: You are pursued by goodness.
May 20: I am immoveable.
May 21: I am clearing a pathway.
May 22: Generosity leads to favor.
May 23: You are written on my heart.
May 24: Fellowship with my Spirit.
May 25: I use humble things.
May 26: I am dancing with delight.
May 27: Let me fight your battles.
May 28: Rest in my confidence.
May 29: Join in my heavenly celebration.
May 30: Place your hope in me.
May 31: I have gone before you.
June
June 1: Rest today.
June 2: Your urgent help is here.
June 3: My goodness surrounds you.
June 4: Worry is a waste of energy.
June 5: Speak words of life.
June 6: Celebrate the growth.
June 7: You are my child.
June 8: My love liberates.
June 9: I lead you to rest.
June 10: I will reveal the way.
June 11: I am the God of miracles.
June 12: I am with you in the wilderness.
June 13: You are hidden in Christ.
June 14: I have not forgotten you.
June 15: Surrender your convenience.
June 16: I am the Morning Star.
June 17: Don’t detest the testing.
June 18: I am preparing all things.
June 19: I turn deserts into gardens.
June 20: Listen to my living words.
June 21: Your foundation will not be shaken.
June 22: You are clean.
June 23: Soak in my light.
June 24: My beauty rests on you.
June 25: I never, ever leave.
June 26: I am restoring your joy.
June 27: You will not be overtaken.
June 28: Find your delight in me.
June 29: What I say goes.
June 30: Let love lead you to wisdom.
July
July 1: Accept my kind of freedom.
July 2: I am your holy helper.
July 3: I don’t change.
July 4: You are free.
July 5: I fight for you.
July 6: Embrace my truth.
July 7: Choose wisely.
July 8: I am your breakthrough.
July 9: Spread the word.
July 10: I will deliver you.
July 11: Liberty is yours.
July 12: I always triumph.
July 13: Confidence grows in my peace.
July 14: Hope is never far.
July 15: My light of life shines on you.
July 16: Take my hand in yours.
July 17: Leave your worries with me.
July 18: I am a springing well.
July 19: Relax, beloved.
July 20: I am bringing you back.
July 21: Walk in righteousness.
July 22: Build on the foundation of faith.
July 23: My love is not selfish.
July 24: Aspire to peace.
July 25: I am your faithful friend.
July 26: My grace will transform you.
July 27: You are united with me.
July 28: Stay awake.
July 29: Your freedom can set others free.
July 30: Hope is not lost.
July 31: Your faith releases my power.
August
August 1: My joy is yours.
August 2: There is no shadow of turning.
August 3: Find wisdom in patience.
August 4: Focus on today.
August 5: Let passion fuel you.
August 6: Don’t stop meeting together.
August 7: Let this be your holy pursuit.
August 8: I am your goodness.
August 9: I am alive.
August 10: Follow me to be refreshed.
August 11: Harvest is coming.
August 12: Your gifts matter.
August 13: I keep every promise.
August 14: My glory transforms you.
August 15: My presence always satisfies.
August 16: Hope holds you.
August 17: My plans will surprise you.
August 18: Choose me over your comfort.
August 19: My love keeps you tender.
August 20: Let me move your heart.
August 21: Find yourself in me.
August 22: Rejoice in your forgiveness.
August 23: I give peace that lasts.
August 24: Come as you are.
August 25: I never lead you into temptation.
August 26: Be true in love.
August 27: Continue walking in my ways.
August 28: You are whole.
August 29: You belong to the light.
August 30: Train in righteousness.
August 31: Wait for me to move.
September
September 1: Compassion is your calling.
September 2: Let my love overwhelm you.
September 3: I am easy to please.
September 4: Surrender and find true freedom.
September 5: Weakness is not failure.
September 6: Let me be your confidence.
September 7: I keep watch over you.
September 8: My power changes everything.
September 9: Cling to me.
September 10: Let my wisdom guide you.
September 11: My goodness restores you.
September 12: I am so very near.
September 13: I am acting on your behalf.
September 14: Follow my footsteps.
September 15: Live out your faith.
September 16: Hold onto hope.
September 17: I give you heavenly insight.
September 18: My glory outweighs every trial.
September 19: Worship your way to strength.
September 20: Let prayer change you.
September 21: My Word is a sharp sword.
September 22: Write down your revelation.
September 23: Join my ministry of reconciliation.
September 24: Compare your troubles to me.
September 25: Your character is being forged.
September 26: Listen to me.
September 27: Kindness reveals my nature.
September 28: Holy Spirit is your help.
September 29: Love without excuse.
September 30: Join together in unity.
October
October 1: I always make a way.
October 2: I am bigger than fear.
October 3: Don’t get sidetracked.
October 4: Hide yourself in me.
October 5: Holy hope is your bread.
October 6: Lean on my understanding.
October 7: Beauty is being forged.
October 8: Pure bliss is found in me.
October 9: Give me your disappointment.
October 10: I have big plans.
October 11: Let my heart be your pursuit.
October 12: My love is better.
October 13: I never give up on you.
October 14: Do not abandon hope.
October 15: Find your security in me.
October 16: This will pass.
October 17: My presence will keep you tender.
October 18: My fire refines you.
October 19: I am stretching your comprehension.
October 20: Store up heavenly treasure.
October 21: I am listening.
October 22: My Word is stronger than tradition.
October 23: Devotion leads to understanding.
October 24: Joy is a powerful force.
October 25: Good company builds you up.
October 26: I correct in kindness.
October 27: There’s an open line to me.
October 28: Let my presence be enough.
October 29: I will teach you.
October 30: I lead you in love.
October 31: Don’t settle for less.
November
November 1: You are pure as snow.
November 2: Be united in peace.
November 3: I honor your courage.
November 4: True success is found in me.
November 5: I am in control.
November 6: It’s time to dance.
November 7: Feast on my goodness.
November 8: I have not forgotten.
November 9: Line your heart with gratitude.
November 10: My patience does not run out.
November 11: Find your solace in me.
November 12: Align your thoughts with mine.
November 13: I will do it again.
November 14: Don’t hold back your questions.
November 15: Set your gaze on me.
November 16: Surrender is sacred.
November 17: Be persistent in prayer.
November 18: Stir up a grateful heart.
November 19: You cannot lose me.
November 20: I have set you in family.
November 21: Run in my ways.
November 22: Rise up and follow me.
November 23: I see your service.
November 24: Come to my river.
November 25: Give thanks in all things.
November 26: Feast on fellowship.
November 27: Turn your attention to me.
November 28: I am your great hope.
November 29: Depend on my supernatural strength.
November 30: Look for the goodness.
December
December 1: Find the wonder.
December 2: Look through my lens.
December 3: You will see me.
December 4: I am your peace.
December 5: Prepare your heart.
December 6: A yielded life is pure worship.
December 7: Trust the mystery of my timing.
December 8: I am pouring out my blessing.
December 9: Follow my example.
December 10: Keep your heart open.
December 11: Find your value in me.
December 12: Proclaim the joy of my coming.
December 13: My work is not done.
December 14: You are marked by love.
December 15: Set your intentions on me.
December 16: You are treasured.
December 17: Let peace motivate you.
December 18: Let my passion be your inspiration.
December 19: I have revealed myself to you.
December 20: Store up my Word.
December 21: You were made in creativity’s image.
December 22: You have my heart.
December 23: Guard your affections.
December 24: Celebrate Christ.
December 25: I am Emmanuel.
December 26: I light your path.
December 27: I am coming again.
December 28: Adventure into my heart.
December 29: Cultivate joy.
December 30: Seize the time at hand.
December 31: A new season is upon you.
About the Author
Introduction
What does it mean to be a woman made in the image of God? It means you can carry him, reflect him, and embrace him as your friend. God, the Creator of every heart, created you to love, to nurture, and to embrace. Each day’s whispers are meant to soothe and encourage your heart. The deepest place within you is capable of hearing and responding to the words contained within these pages. They are written for you, God’s precious, captivating daughter.
As you bring your heart before heaven each day, you’ll receive a message meant to set you on a path of discovery—a delightful discovery of how God sees you. You may be surprised when you hear of this love that gives everything away and spares nothing. The love of Jesus fills each page. Let the whispers from the heart of God quench your thirst and carry you through your days. Enjoy!
January
JANUARY 1
Hold to the vision.
As time passes, I remain the same. I am constant in love, steadfast in truth, and loyal in pursuit. Nothing can alter my character—no situation can affect my compassion. I will transform every hardship with the flood of my love. Remember what I spoke to you in the beginning when you first heard my voice. My promises are true, and I will never let you down.
Have the winds of change confused your senses? Lean into my love today, and you will find that the plumb line of my mercy will make everything come into alignment once again. Though seasons shift and unknowns are inevitable, nothing is a mystery to me. Realign your heart with mine. Let trust be the rhythm that centers you through your every breath. When your mind is flooded with information that distracts, come back to the foundation of your very being. I am the God who created you, and I have not wavered from my intentions. Fill your mind with my Word, and you will find that peace will guide you. Fix your eyes on my goodness, and you will see it all around you.
When there is no clear prophetic vision,
people quickly wander astray.
But when you follow the revelation of the word,
heaven’s bliss fills your soul.
PROVERBS 29:18
JANUARY 2
I am your portion.
Beloved, what do you need today? I have given you access to my kingdom where there is abundance for all who seek it. You have only to look to me, and I will fill you with more than you could ever imagine. I will never hesitate to lead you into my love. Where there are troubles, they will not overtake you. I am your good and faithful Father, and I won’t let the difficulties you face overcome you. I will deliver you from the trap of the enemy. I will supply you with all you need in every moment.
Turn to me today and find yourself enveloped in my kindness. My delight is your gift, and I never tire of pouring it out over you. Don’t stay away for fear that I will judge you harshly. You are my beloved child, and even my correction is laced with compassion. Don’t be discouraged by the news you hear or the questions that remain unanswered in your life. Drink deeply of my unchanging joy and feast on my lavish love. I am your portion today and always.
Because of their faith in him,
their daily portion will be
a Father’s help and deliverance from evil.
This is true for all who turn to hide themselves in him!
PSALM 37:40
JANUARY 3
You have access to more.
Let the gratitude of your heart lead you into the pursuit of more wisdom and revelation. I have so much to share with you. As you become more acquainted with my ways, you will transform into the likeness of my love. There is no shortage of revelation. What astounded you yesterday may seem commonplace today, but don’t forget that I am full of truth and wisdom. The light of my understanding will make even the most mundane realities seem impossibly good.
Do not be tempted by the mentality that you have been blessed with enough and that you should feel content with what you have for fear that others will miss out. My kingdom works in a different way; there is more than enough for everyone. When you consume freely from my table of wisdom and revelation, there is more to offer others. Keep feeding the hunger of your heart by partaking in what I offer to you. Your capacity for understanding will grow as you continually listen and look with an open heart to receive. Press in and seek me out. I promise that you will find me. I’m right here!
Everyone who listens with an open heart
will receive progressively more revelation
until he has more than enough.
MATTHEW 13:12
JANUARY 4
My ways are better.
My child, as long as you have been drawing breath, I have seen your growth in every stage of your development. When you took your first steps, I was as proud as your parent who coaxed you. I have delighted when you discovered new ways to think about things. Who does not take joy in their children who grow into their own?
Yet what brings me even more joy is when you listen to my words of wisdom and heed my advice. They are neither empty nor do they seek to control or hem you in. I see from a different vantage point. My eyes take in every detail and the grand scope of your life as well as how it connects to those around you. I have good, good plans for you. I will not lead you somewhere I have not already gone. I am always with you. Though you cannot comprehend the enormity of my love, it is your covering all the days of your life. Spend time tuning in to my heart today. What you find will elevate your own thinking. Do you want to stay the same, or would you like to venture into new revelations today?
As high as the heavens are above the earth,
so my ways and my thoughts are higher than yours.
ISAIAH 55:9
JANUARY 5
I see it all.
Beloved, I see you clearly just as you are. I see the circumstances that are outside of your control and the troubles knocking at your door. I see the way your heart is overwhelmed. Do not despair and don’t lose hope. I am always close. I will bring you through this; you can count on me. When you are afraid, put your hope in me, and when you struggle to hope, look outside of your own experience to the fulfilled promises of my people.
I won’t let the weight of the unknown crush you. I am not disinterested in your plight, my daughter. I will meet your needs. Look at the way that I have come through time and again. I have not suddenly turned my gaze from my people. When the waters rise around you, I am your high place—your security in the storm. Worry won’t help you. Whatever it is that threatens your peace, give it to me. I will surround you with the blanket of my perfect peace, wrapping you up in the comfort of my love. Come in close and rest in my steadiness. I am for you, and I will work all things together with redemptive love for your benefit.
He will not ignore forever all the needs of the poor,
for those in need shall not always be crushed.
Their hopes shall be fulfilled, for God sees it all!
PSALM 9:18
JANUARY 6
Plant seeds of peace.
The way of wisdom is the pathway of peace. If you follow me, I will guide you along the route that leads to abundant, everlasting life. When you choose to humble yourself before others, I become your Advocate and mighty Defender. Where there is striving, let there be confident rest. You don’t need to fight for yourself or make your name great. I will raise up the humble and endorse those who promote peace.
Let the ears of your heart be open to my wisdom. Lean into my ways of living. My kingdom does not look like the nations of this world. Where there are wars and battles, they will cease. Chaos and confusion mark the world’s ways, but harmony defines my kingdom. When you sow peace, you will reap an eternal reward. Reflect my kindness, and the world will see that you belong to the higher way, where the law of love supersedes everything. As it has been done for you, so do for others. Choose harmony over discord and unity over selfish ambition. Choose mercy instead of vengeance, letting my love flood your heart. As you pour my mercy on others, you will find that your own peace increases.
Good seeds of wisdom’s fruit will be planted with peaceful acts
by those who cherish making peace.
JAMES 3:18
JANUARY 7
I am never late.
Have you grown weary of waiting on me? Don’t be discouraged, daughter. I am not late. Though my timing may not make sense to you, it takes into account more than what you can see with your limited perspective.
I have always been faithful, and my character remains unchanged. Where there is worry, give it over to me. Let me breathe courage into your spirit today. Lean on me, for you can trust my intentions for your life. I am for you, and I have not abandoned you. When you see how I work all of this out for your benefit, you will understand that even a moment of worry was wasted. Rest in my faithfulness today. Meditate on my goodness. Turn your powerlessness into praise and see how your heart shifts toward trust. Do not believe those who have said that I have forgotten my people; I am still at work. Though it has been under the surface, soon you will see my power displayed before your very eyes. You can count on me to come through for you.
Say to the anxious and fearful,
“Be strong and never afraid.
Look, here comes your God!
He is breaking through to give you victory!
He comes to avenge your enemies.
With divine retribution he comes to save you!”
ISAIAH 35:4
JANUARY 8
Keep doing good.
I have declared you clean in my sight. There is nothing you need to do for me to accept you. I have welcomed you with wide-open arms. My Father-heart loves to embrace you, my child. I see how you long to reflect my goodness in your life. Don’t give up on your pursuits. When you reach out to others with a heart of love, you are reflecting my life at work within you.
You have received unending measures of grace, so do not hesitate to offer it to others. When you extend mercy, you extend my heart to others. I love when you choose to partner with my compassion. Keep doing it because you can find more delight in serving those around you than by collecting temporary treasures for yourself. What you offer others will return to you, daughter. Do not feel concerned about a shortage of resources. My storehouse is overflowing, and you have free access. I delight in your heart that reaches out to others in the same way you receive from me. Clothe yourself with compassion and don’t be ashamed of your mercy-heart that reveals my own. It is your strength.
Delightfully loved ones, don’t imitate what is evil,
but imitate that which is good.
Whoever does good is of God;
whoever does evil has not seen God.
3 JOHN 1:11
JANUARY 9
I have the keys you need.
Daughter, search for my wisdom like you would for treasure. I will not hide myself from you. I freely give to all who sincerely seek me. My Word is full of priceless knowledge that will help you to live a life full of integrity and honor. Although few choose it, my way is better than what the world offers. It is easier to decide to hold on to resentment than to offer forgiveness. But those who choose the path of peace find that their souls remain at rest even in turmoil.
Press into my heart of love, and you will discover that I hold every key that you could ever need. I give insight to those who look for it. I offer advice and guidance to those who listen. Trust my ways and follow me, and you will live in the abundance of peace and joy. I lead you into freedom, not into bondage. As you model your life after me, your heart will expand to hold a greater capacity for love and trust. My ways are better than your own plans, and I promise that you won’t be disappointed when you align your life with mine. Dig deep into my Word and find the life you’ve been longing for.
Within these sayings will be found the revelation of wisdom
and the impartation of spiritual understanding.
Use them as keys to unlock the treasures of true knowledge.
PROVERBS 1:2
JANUARY 10
I am your wisdom.
The Messiah-King is the hope of all the nations and your true wisdom. In me, you will find solutions to your problems and the help you need in every circumstance. I have power to do what seems impossible to your limited imagination. I can do far more than you could think to ask of me . Let me be your rock and your safe place. I will be your confident assurance.
I see every possible outcome. I am never surprised. Seek my wisdom and I will show you the best choices available to you. There is no closed door that will not open at my voice. Trust my leadership, for I won’t lead you astray. I am the God of all power and all understanding, and you have unhindered access to fellowship with me. My heart is always open to you, so don’t hesitate to run into my love and find the answers to your questions in my presence. Enter into my fullness that never diminishes, dear one. There is no question too simple or problem too complex—lay it all out openly before me. I will never turn you away.
For those who have been chosen to follow him,
both Jews and Greeks, he is God’s mighty power,
God’s true wisdom, and our Messiah.
1 CORINTHIANS 1:24
JANUARY 11
I am restoring what was lost.
When the dead of winter strips life to the bone, it is hard to imagine the lush growth of spring and summer. Yet even when the trees are bare and the ground is frozen, all is not lost. I will never let anything in your life go to waste. Even when heartache rips your heart in two, I will not leave you broken. I am the master restorer, and I am already doing my redemption work.
I am tenderly reviving what has been dormant, only bringing back to life that which serves you well. From the rubble of destruction, I am clearing out the unnecessary and building for you a home that lasts. Though shifting and shaking has occurred, your foundation has not moved because it is the rock of my steadfast love. Trust my kindness, daughter. I will lead you into fields growing with the bounty of my goodness. You will feast on the fruit of my faithfulness. I remain undistracted in working my purposes out in your life, and they are all for your benefit. Take my hand now, and I will remind you of the forgotten morsels of mercy in your story. I won’t ever stop depositing the treasures of my kindness as long as you are drawing breath.
You brought me back from the brink of death,
from the depths below.
Now here I am, alive and well, fully restored!
PSALM 30:3
JANUARY 12
There is nothing I lack.
You can find everything you look for in me. You could search the whole world for wisdom and greatness, but there is no need. You can find it here in my presence. You have full access to my storehouse of plenty. Let your heart drink deeply of my delight today. I won’t let you down or let you go. I know exactly how to meet you in a meaningful way even when you don’t know what it is that you’re looking for. Open the eyes of your heart to receive what I have for you today.
Rest in my presence today and turn your attention toward me. You won’t be disappointed in what you find. You will reach the end of yourself over and over again, but you won’t ever find a limit to my love. When you are afraid, turn to me. When you cannot breathe for the worries of the world weighing you down, look to me. I will lift every burden that keeps you from living in the freedom I have offered you. You are my beloved child, and nothing can stop me from pursuing you with my fiery love. The cares of this world don’t stand a chance against the joy that I have over you.
Now may God…fill you to overflowing with uncontainable joy and perfect peace as you trust in him. And may the power of the Holy Spirit continually surround your life with his super-abundance until you radiate with hope!
ROMANS 15:13
JANUARY 13
Trust my leadership.
Beloved, let today be the day you lean into my loving leadership. I won’t lead you astray because my heart and intentions for you are always for your benefit and for my glory. I see the end from the beginning, and I know how to best guide you into my goodness. There is no need to struggle or to fight it, for I am trustworthy. No one can compare to my kindness. I have no hidden agenda; my affection flows through everything I do.
When you follow my gentle guidance, your feet walk on the path of righteousness. Instead of seeking to promote yourself, will you let me be your advocate? Do not despise the tendency to serve others. It is your strength and a reflection of my humble leadership. I will lift you up in due time, and no one could effectively dispute the position I give you. In the meantime, trust that every circumstance and trial is your training ground. I will raise you up, and as you stand on faith, you will see that your strength has increased every time you overcome.
The path to promotion and prominence comes by having the heart of a bond-slave who serves everyone.
MARK 10:44
JANUARY 14
Receive my delight.
No mind can comprehend the extent of my delight and my joy. Where you disappoint yourself and others, I see my daughter trying her best. There is no shame in my love, and I will never demean you or put you down. I don’t ever show up in your life without the delight of you beaming from my eyes, my cherished child. It doesn’t matter where you have succeeded or failed, for nothing can shake my joy over you.
Consider the way mothers see their own children. When they fall and hurt themselves, will a good mother not comfort them? When your children come to you, beaming with pride over their artful masterpieces, will you not shower them with delight and encourage them? And when they mess up, does the restoration of forgiveness not move your heart with compassion? Even so, my love is purer than the most devoted mother’s. I always receive you freely when you come to me, and I am never far from you. I delight in what delights you because I love you with a full heart. Today let any hesitation in your heart melt away as you receive my pure pleasure over you.
O Lord, our God, no one can compare with you.
Such wonderful works and miracles are all found with you!
And you think of us all the time
with your countless expressions of love—
far exceeding our expectations!
PSALM 40:5
JANUARY 15
Press on in love.
Though your own resources will inevitably run dry, I am always full of abundance. My plentiful presence covers you in every season of the soul. Come to me today, and I will fill you. When your weariness leaves you feeling empty and unmotivated, let me refresh you with the power of my Spirit. I blow my reviving winds over the landscape of your heart. The rain of my mercy showers over you and restores your hope.
Keep being gracious to others. Tenderness is a gift that you can freely give away because of the abundant measure with which you’ve received it. Continue to stir up the passion in your heart for freedom, child. It will lead you along my path of truth and life. In me, you will always find what you are looking for, so don’t give up. Nothing can thwart my plans and purposes, for I have not lost track of where I’m taking you. You can trust my intentions for your life. You can discover so much more in me. Let me remind you today of the hope to which I have called you.
I admit that I haven’t yet acquired the absolute fullness that I’m pursuing, but I run with passion into his abundance so that I may reach the purpose that Jesus Christ has called me to fulfill and wants me to discover.
PHILIPPIANS 3:12
JANUARY 16
Join with my heart.
As you walk this road of life, you have an opportunity every day to partner with the purposes of my heart. My ways are steady and strong, so you can walk confidently, without fear, as you follow my example. My ways are full of loving-kindness and endless mercy. You will not find a more devoted love in this world.
The power of my affection is not weak. It puts the proud in their place and lifts the humble from the rubble of their circumstances. You cannot find true identity that lasts in your status or in ease of life—you find it in being the object of my relentless kindness. No one can talk me out of my great grace. Join with me in extending mercy to those who need it. Partner with my compassion by serving those who could never offer you anything in return. Laid-down love is the most powerful force you will ever know. You have received, so also you are called to give freely. The more you offer, the greater capacity you will have to take in. Will you take this invitation to experience more of my love by pouring out a proper portion for the fame of my name? All who see your example will know whose you are, for compassionate responses clearly reflect my character.
Yes, we will follow your ways, Lord Yahweh,
and entwine our hearts with yours,
for the fame of your name is all that we desire.
ISAIAH 26:8
JANUARY 17
I am leading you into light.
There is no darkness that I won’t flood with the glorious light of my presence. Even the middle of a moonless night is as clear as day to me. Do you trust me to guide you into my goodness? I will never leave you to waste away in obscurity. Where there is confusion, I bring clarity. Where there is bondage, I bring freedom.
Take my hand, daughter, and let me lead you out in peace. I will keep you safe every step of the way, and you will grow in boldness as you let me gently and confidently direct you on the path laid out before you. When you stumble, I will catch you. When you start to wander, I will redirect you. There is no fear in my love and no need to worry about missteps. You are free in me. Free to choose, free to surrender, free to be wholly you, for you are wholly loved. Where others have hemmed you in, I am breaking down walls so that you can run. As you trust me, the eyes of your heart will be enlightened so that you see me as clearly as I see you.
His light broke through the darkness and
he led us out in freedom from death’s dark shadow
and snapped every one of our chains.
PSALM 107:14
JANUARY 18
Love is stronger than fear.
In the perfection of my pure love, you will find all the courage your heart needs. Drink deeply of my kindness as I surround you with my comforting embrace today. Rest in my goodness, for there is no need to rush into action or ignore the weariness that weighs on your soul. Come to me just as you are in this moment. I meet you with my unhindered affection.
The worries of this world will not overcome you, and the grip of fear will not take you down. I overpower and disarm every anxiety. My peace is your plentiful portion—receive it today. Come to the waters of my resting place where I will refresh you with my luxurious love. I will revive your life with my healing peace until your heart overflows with my Spirit’s fruit. You have no room for fear when you are full of the confident pursuit of my goodness and love over your life. My presence is the seal of my promise to you. Surrender today to my overwhelming affection that purifies your heart and brings clarity and courage.
Lord, even when your path takes me through
the valley of deepest darkness,
fear will never conquer me, for you already have!
You remain close to me…
The comfort of your love takes away my fear.
PSALM 23:4
JANUARY 19
I am easy to please.
Beloved, whenever you approach my throne of grace, my heart overflows with love that pours out over your life. I have not withheld my kindness from you for even a moment. Come close and taste my fresh mercy again. Let your heart unfold in the light of my glory and goodness. My faithfulness has marked every piece of your story, and it is still at work.
When you feel discouragement set in, draw near and let me lift it like a veil. You will see that my truth brings a refreshing perspective to even the harshest circumstances. Instead of trying harder to gain my favor, turn to me, and I will show you that I am already as proud as I’ll ever be. Your willing and pliant heart is a testimony of my life in yours. Every glance my way and every consideration of my Word brings me great joy. Even when you doubt your own goodness, I do not. You reflect me in the ways you reach out in love and self-sacrifice. I am continually molding you to my image, child, and your freedom is increasing as you see my kindness knit into your being. Drink deeply of my delight today.
When people turn to you,
they discover how easy you are to please—so faithful and true!
Joyfully you teach them the proper path,
even when they go astray.
PSALM 25:8
JANUARY 20
Listen to my voice.
As my child, you know my voice. You have recognized my still, sure voice in the quiet of your soul. My words, laced in love, have led you further into freedom every step of the way. Do you forget that I am a good Father? I am not silent, daughter. Lean into my loving heart and hear the words of life that fill you with the courage you need. My guidance is always with your benefit in mind. If you choose to listen, you will not be disappointed.
My wisdom is the treasure you seek. Therefore don’t be fooled into thinking that the world’s ways are better. They will leave you dissatisfied in the end. When you struggle to choose, love, let me wash over you with my kindness and remind you that my heart is full of generosity and goodness. I am not a dictator but a loving Counselor. My loyal lovers will find true success in following the advice I freely give. I will never force you to follow me, and I won’t remove my mercy from your life if you choose a different way. I see how your heart longs for fulfillment, daughter, and you will find that in me. Align your life with mine and find the freedom and joy that heeding my wisdom brings.
When you turn to the right or turn to the left,
you will hear his voice behind you to guide you, saying,
“This is the right path; follow it.”
ISAIAH 30:21
JANUARY 21
Nothing is impossible.
All things are possible when you believe in me. You can take me at my Word. My promises are true, and I will always follow through on my intentions. My loving-kindness will never, ever fail you. Where in your life do you feel hemmed in? Invite me into it, beloved. Let me give you my higher perspective so that you can see where I am already at work turning the tide. No barrier can stand up against the rushing river of my mercy.
I always make a way where there seems to be none. When you cannot see a possibility for breakthrough, let your focus shift from your own understanding to seeing with the eyes of faith. Would you dare believe that the same God who split the seas so that the Israelites could escape the bondage of Egypt will make a way for you? I will do it. Dig into my Word and to the power of the testimony of my faithfulness in the lives of my beloved ones. What I have done for others, I will do for you—and even more. Let confident assurance increase in your heart as you trust in me.
Yahweh is the one who makes a way in the sea,
a pathway in the mighty waters.
ISAIAH 43:16
JANUARY 22
Trust my wisdom.
Dearest daughter, do not hesitate in my presence in this moment. Come close as I lean into your heart with wisdom that will fill you with strength for today. I never withhold from those who truly long for understanding. I see your questioning, and you can be free with me. Lay it all out there. As you open your heart, you will find that my heart is unrestricted toward you. You have full access to the fullness of my mercy.
Though you vacillate in your opinion from day to day, my truth remains constant through the ages. You can rely on my perspective to guide you into my goodness at every turn. Though you may fall a hundred times, I will pick you up every single time. It does not matter what yesterday looked like. Today is the day I have given you, and I am full of affection over you as your good and faithful Father. Trust my words of wisdom to lead you in love. That is the way of my kingdom.
If anyone longs to be wise, ask God for wisdom and he will give it! He won’t see your lack of wisdom as an opportunity to scold you over your failures but he will overwhelm your failures with his generous grace.
JAMES 1:5
JANUARY 23
There’s no better time.
Today is the day I have given you. Have you been ruminating over the failures of the past? Have you been rushing ahead in your plans? Let the power of yesterday’s regrets dissipate in the warmth of my very-present love. Let the questions about tomorrow rest in the palm of my hand as you lean into this moment where you and I are one. Ground yourself in my truth as I speak my words of life over you. You have everything you need for all that you face today. I am your sustenance and your provider. Nothing that you come up against is outside of my knowledge. I have equipped you with all you require.
You are a reflection of a generous king. When it is in your power to graciously give to others, do not put it off until another time. Do what you know to do when it is at hand. My wisdom is better than the world’s, and I will not lead you astray. When you choose to sow seeds in laid-down love, the return will always be sweet. Continue to persevere in kindness and compassion, for there is no better time than the present.
When your friend comes to ask you for a favor, why would you say, “Perhaps tomorrow,” when you have the money right there in your pocket? Help him today!
PROVERBS 3:28
JANUARY 24
Listen to my heart.
Come close and listen to the wisdom I have to offer you. There is understanding to expand your perspective and give you clarity of vision for whatever lies in front of you. I have more than enough revelation to fill your mind every moment of every day for the rest of your existence. However, there is no pressure to gorge on truth. Come and be satisfied. Be filled. Some truth is like water, easily going down. Other times, it is like a rich dessert, where a couple of bites are more than enough to satisfy.
There is no need to live off of yesterday’s bread, child. I have a fresh Word for you today. Open wide and receive freely what it is I am offering. The more you practice listening, the quicker you will respond to my voice. How it delights me when you press into my heart and listen for my voice. Even now, I have exactly what you don’t even know you need. Follow me into the sanctuary of my presence, where you will find treasures beyond your wildest imaginings. Come and see! Taste and eat my wonderful wisdom, and you will be gratified.
Train your heart to listen when I speak
and open your spirit wide to expand your discernment—
then pass it on to your sons and daughters.
PROVERBS 2:2
JANUARY 25
See from a higher perspective.
I am full of wisdom for all who seek it and understanding for those willing to listen. I have not ever misled you or hidden my heart from you. I am full of truth, for I am the living Word. I invite you to look at life from my vantage point. Your heart will gain comprehension when you catch a glimpse of what I see.
Just as I instructed Samuel, so I will say the same to you today. You may judge another by outward appearance, but I look straight to the heart. No one can see a heart’s intricacies except for me, and only I know the true intentions of a person’s will. You will have to trust that I know better and that I take into consideration all the things you cannot see. My character will never waver in compassion. So follow me in my merciful way, and you will bear the fruit of honor and integrity as you live in line with my kingdom’s purposes and values. All who know you will taste the fruit of my goodness as you align your heart with my own!
They said to Jesus, “Teacher, we know that you’re an honest man of integrity and you teach us the truth of God’s ways. … You’re not one who speaks only to win the people’s favor, because you speak the truth without regard to the consequences.”
MATTHEW 22:16
JANUARY 26
Be rooted in love.
Let my tender love be the source that feeds your life. My mercy is strong enough to cover every weakness. In fact, my great grace takes the frail things of creation and makes them more fruitful than the most efficient systems of the world. Be strengthened by the sustenance of my great kindness that heals all of your wounds and restores every broken dream.
You choose well when you opt to stand on the firm foundation of my never-failing love. No storm can crack my immoveable groundwork under your feet. You will never want for anything when you wade in the waters of my complete compassion. When winds blow, they will only cause greater waves of my mercy to wash over you. You cannot escape the reaches of my affection, so do the best thing and burrow yourself into me. The resulting growth will be worth more than a hundred lifetimes in self-service. Be encouraged as you dig deep into my heart today. Let the rushing river of my presence flood your senses with my goodness.
Your spiritual roots go deeply into his life as you are continually infused with strength, encouraged in every way. For you are established in the faith you have absorbed and enriched by your devotion to him!
COLOSSIANS 2:7
JANUARY 27
Your purpose is found here.
Beloved, do not forget that your identity is firmly rooted in my love for you. I created you with pleasure, and it is my delight when you live in the freedom of your purpose as my daughter. It brings me great joy when you stand in the strength of who I say you are. Live unapologetically in the light of my love. Don’t let others who would only cut you down diminish your confidence. My tender affection completely covers you. There is no need to ration my kindness, for it is always overflowing.
