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Lo, children are an heritage of the LORD: and the fruit of the womb is his reward. As arrows are in the hand of a mighty man; so are children of the youth. Happy is the man that hath his quiver full of them: they shall not be ashamed, but they shall speak with the enemies in the gate.
– Psalms 127:3-5
Pride goeth before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall.
– Proverbs 16:18
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This verse warns against pride and an overbearing spirit: when someone becomes self‑important they blind themselves to risk, correction, and the needs of others, and a downfall often follows. Pride precedes ruin, the proverb links inner attitude to outward consequence. A haughty spirit narrows judgment, resists wise counsel, and sets a person up for mistakes they might otherwise avoid. Person with God’s wisdom, stay teachable, invite feedback and weigh it before acting. They check motives or ask whether choices aim for service or status. They practice humility, acknowledge limits, credit others, and make room for correction. These verses also echoes the theme that humility protects and pride exposes. Proverbs 11:2 Easy; Proud and boastful people will be shamed, but wisdom stays with those who are modest and humble. Proverbs 18:12 Easy; A proud person will soon be ruined, but a humble person will be honored.James 4:6 Easy; But the kindness God shows is greater. As the Scripture says, “God is against the proud, but he is kind to the humble.” Each echoes the theme that humility protects and pride exposes.
Father God, give me a humble heart; guard me from pride and a haughty spirit.
Help me receive correction, choose wisdom over self‑importance, and walk in gentleness.
When I am tempted to boast, remind me of my need for You and for others. Love You, thank You, praise You and give You all the honor and glory in Jesus Precious Name
Amen.
I had fainted, unless I had believed to see the goodness of the LORD in the land of the living. Wait on the LORD: be of good courage, and he shall strengthen thine heart: wait, I say, on the LORD.
– Psalms 27:13-14
These beautiful verses are a gentle reminder to hold on to hope, wait with courage, and let God strengthen your heart.
I have planted, Apollos watered; but God gave the increase. So then neither is he that planteth any thing, neither he that watereth; but God that giveth the increase.
– 1 Corinthians 3:6-7 Wordproject Bibles Index – Choose the Bible in your own language
Beautiful reminder how these verses capture how we partner with God: we plant and water in faith, and He brings the growth.
I pray not that thou shouldest take them out of the world, but that thou shouldest keep them from the evil. They are not of the world, even as I am not of the world. Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth.
– John 17:15-17
These verses are a prayer for protection from evil, for the disciples’ separation from worldly values, and for their sanctification through God’s truth (His Word). It’s a powerful reminder of care, purpose, and the grounding power of truth. You too—have a nice day! 🙂
He that turneth away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer shall be abomination. This verse reminds us that listening to God’s instruction matters—when we ignore His ways, our prayers lose their right standing. Obedience and a humble heart keep our relationship with God honest and effective.
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Father God, open our ears to Your truth and soften our hearts to obey. Remove pride and distraction that keep us from hearing You. Restore the purity of our prayers and lead us in paths of righteousness so our lives honor You. Love You, thank You, praise You and give You all the honor and glory in Jesus Precious Name Amen.
Have a nice day! 🙂
Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ: By whom also we have access by faith into this grace wherein we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God. And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patience;
– Romans 5:1-3
This is a beautiful passage that reminds us that justification by faith brings peace with God, gives us access to the grace where we stand, and turns suffering into growth: tribulation produces patience (endurance). It’s a hopeful progression, faith, peace, grace, hope, perseverance. Have a wonderful day! 🙂
One man of you shall chase a thousand: for the LORD your God, he it is that fighteth for you, as he hath promised you. Take good heed therefore unto yourselves, that ye love the LORD your God.
– Joshua 23:10-11
Beautiful verse, a strong reminder that when God fights for us, courage and faith can carry the day. Joshua’s words call us to trust the promise and to keep loving the Lord with careful, wholehearted devotion. Have a wonderful day. May it be peaceful and full of grace. 🙂
Because thou hast made the LORD, which is my refuge, even the most High, thy habitation; There shall no evil befall thee, neither shall any plague come nigh thy dwelling. For he shall give his angels charge over thee, to keep thee in all thy ways.
– Psalms 91:9-11: May these verses of promise bring you peace, protection, and comfort today. Have a wonderful, blessed day.
I in them, and thou in me, that they may be made perfect in one; and that the world may know that thou hast sent me, and hast loved them, as thou hast loved me. Father, I will that they also, whom thou hast given me, be with me where I am; that they may behold my glory, which thou hast given me: for thou lovedst me before the foundation of the world.
– John 17:23-24
This is where Jesus prays for unity between himself, the Father, and his followers, and for believers to be with him to behold his glory. The verses emphasize intimate union, divine love, and the eternal scope of that love, “you loved me before the foundation of the world.” We all need these verse’s everyday living in this world that is not our home. These verses point us away from the world’s noise and toward a present, personal hope: unity with Christ, the Father’s eternal love, and the promise of being with him. “That they may be made perfect in one” Hold on to these words. When the world feels heavy, remind yourself this life is temporary and your identity is rooted in God’s prior love. Tell one person, briefly, how these verses shape your life, witness is often simple and relational.
Father God, thank You and praise You for loving us before time began. Help us live in the unity Jesus prayed for, to reflect Your love, and to walk each day with the hope of being with Christ. Love You, thank You, praise You and give You all the Honor and glory in Jesus Precious Name Amen.
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