courage

Most Valiant Savior, come to my aid for I battle with evil and the weakness of my flesh day and night.  I find myself not being able to do the things I should and not being able to resist doing the things I should not.  You have laid before me the choices of … good … Read more

Strengthen me, O Lord, for I am weary from the chores and disappointments that fill my life.  In my weakened state, I am counting on Your power to jump-start me so that I can get myself going again.  When I become weary, I must not lose hope, realizing that Your power and strength never diminishes … Read more

O Magnificent King of the Universe, I rejoice in the fact that You have promised that You will watch out for my well-being and care for my needs.  In the same way that a shepherd looks out for his flock, so you look after me.  You are my Rescuer in times of trouble and You … Read more

All Powerful God, when facing adversity, I must stand firm in faith knowing that the task ahead may be difficult but relying on You will make it easier.  If I am going to be successful, obedience to You is essential and I must fortify myself with the assurances found in Your Word.  In doing so, … Read more

O Loving and Gracious God, You have blessed me throughout my life, in all seasons and, because of Your paternal care, You’ve supplied me with all of my needs.  Remove my stubbornness so that I can become obedient and responsive when You speak.  Help me understand and discern Your will and purpose for my life.  … Read more

My Devoted Savior, in the secular world in which I live, Satan is surely having his way.  Many people have become vulnerable to his attacks and don’t even understand they are being manipulated.  From what I hear and see on radio and TV, I see him taking a stranglehold on many Americans.  There is a … Read more

Most Caring Lord, in my Christian life I battle with forces of evil who want to diminish Your influence in my life and lead me into captivity and bondage.  To withstand their onslaught, I must plug in to Your strength and don the full armor You gave me … truth, righteousness, the gospel of peace, … Read more

Most Blessed Savior, as Christians we battle against powerful forces of evil whose objective it is to defeat us or take us as captives.  In planning a defense, I should learn from the lessons of the lion.  Lions look to attack sick, weak, young and struggling victims.  They also attack those who are alone and … Read more

O Majestic Prince, I am reminded by Your warning that there will be a perpetual war between the Devil and mankind … but, I am encouraged by Your promise that I will prevail.  Through the ages, attack after attack has been recorded … starting with Adam and Eve and their encounter with The Serpent in … Read more

I give thanks to You, My God who is mighty in battle, for Your name is near to my heart.  It is You who brings down the evil man and exalts the good one.  In Your hands are honor and blessing for those who call upon Your name.  Your awesome beauty shines forth a light … Read more