What if rest is the first step of renewal? “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” —Matthew 11:28 Jesus, teach me to begin each day resting in Your presence. Amen. Continue reading

What mercy are you still refusing to receive from God? “His mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning.” —Lamentations 3:22-23 Thank You, Lord, for brand-new mercy waiting for me when I wake. Amen. Continue reading

What dream did you bury that God is ready to resurrect? “Behold, I am doing a new thing… do you not perceive it?” —Isaiah 43:19 God of resurrection, breathe fresh life into every dead dream of mine tonight. Amen. Continue reading

Where do you need God’s strength because yours ran out last year? “He gives power to the faint, and to him who has no might he increases strength.” —Isaiah 40:29 Father, renew my strength today. Amen. Continue reading

What one small habit will you give Jesus to transform this year? “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind.” —Romans 12:2 Holy Spirit, renew my mind, one surrendered thought at a time. Amen. Continue reading