Manna for Your Morning

Lord, so many times I fail; I fall into disgrace. But when I trust in you, I have a strong and glorious presence protecting and anointing me. Forever you’re all I need! — Psalm 73:26 (TPT) In this world, we will have troubles. Yet, in spite of all this, you comfort me by your counsel; you draw me closer to you. You lead me with your secret wisdom. And following you brings me into your brightness and glory! Whom have I in heaven but you? You’re all I want! No one on earth means as much to me as you. (Psalm 73:23-25 TPT) May we desire His Presence more than anything on earth. A single day in His courts is better than a thousand anywhere else! I would rather be a gatekeeper in the house of my God than live the good life in the homes of the wicked. (See Psalm 84:10 NLT)  …I’ll keep coming closer and closer to you, Lord Yahweh, for your name is good to me. I’ll keep telling the world of your awesome works, my faithful and glorious God! — Psalm 73:28 (TPT)

Let the weak say, “I am strong!” — Joel 3:10b (AMP) After the Apostle Paul pleaded with the Lord three times to relieve him of a thorn in his flesh, the LORD said... “ My grace is always more than enough for you, and my power finds its full expression through your weakness. ” So I will celebrate my weaknesses, for when I’m weak I sense more deeply the mighty power of Christ living in me. So I’m not defeated by my weakness, but delighted! For when I feel my weakness and endure mistreatment—when I’m surrounded with troubles on every side and face persecution because of my love for Christ—I am made yet stronger. For my weakness becomes a portal to God’s power. (2 Corinthians 12:9-10 TPT) In quietness and trust in the Lord Yahweh, the Holy One of Israel, you will be made strong. (See Isaiah 30:15 TPT)

“My peace is the legacy I leave to you. I don’t give gifts like those of this world. Do not let your heart be troubled or fearful.” — John 14:27 (VOICE) Jesus has given us a legacy of peace. The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; (John 10:10a NASB). When we focus on challenges and troubles, we worry and become anxious. This allows the enemy to steal our peace and joy and destroy our hope. Let us look away from all that will distract us and focus our eyes on Jesus, who is the Author and Perfecter of faith… (See Hebrews 12:2 AMP) He came that we may have and enjoy life, and have it in abundance [to the full, till it overflows]. (See John 10:10b AMP) For I am the LORD your God who takes hold of your right hand, Who says to you, ‘Do not fear, I will help you.’ — Isaiah 41:13 (NASB)

“Arise, shine; for your light has come, and the glory of the LORD has risen upon you.” — Isaiah 60:1 (NASB) For God, who said, “Let there be light in the darkness,” has made this light shine in our hearts so we could know the glory of God that is seen in the face of Jesus Christ. We now have this light shining in our hearts, but we ourselves are like fragile clay jars containing this great treasure. This makes it clear that our great power is from God, not from ourselves. (2 Corinthians 4:6-7 NLT) God’s mighty power works in us and through us, to fill the earth with His glory. Let the light of His love and hope shine through you. Live clean, innocent lives as children of God, shining like bright lights in a world full of crooked and perverse people. (Philippians 2:15b NLT)

“Come and join me,” Jesus replied. So Peter stepped out onto the water and began to walk toward Jesus. But when he realized how high the waves were, he became frightened and started to sink. “Save me, Lord!” he cried out. Jesus immediately stretched out his hand and lifted him up and said, “What little faith you have! Why would you let doubt win?” — Matthew 14:29-31 (TPT) Why would you be so frightened? Don’t let doubt or fear enter your heart, for our God is the great “ I AM !” (See Luke 24:38 TPT) Just make sure you ask empowered by confident faith without doubting that you will receive. For the ambivalent person believes one minute and doubts the next. Being undecided makes you become like the rough seas driven and tossed by the wind. You’re up one minute and tossed down the next. (James 1:6 TPT) No matter how high the waves are, don’t give in to your doubts any longer, just believe! Jesus:  “Don’t get lost in despair; believe in God, and keep on believing in Me.”  — John 1...

So I say to my soul, “Don’t be discouraged. Don’t be disturbed. For I know my God will break through for me.” Then I’ll have plenty of reasons to praise him all over again. Yes, living before his face is my saving grace! — Psalm 42:11 (TPT) Our saving grace is that we get to live before the face of our heavenly Father. Seek the LORD and His strength; Seek His face continually. (1 Chronicles 16:11 NASB) He is the God of breakthrough. He will turn your situation around.  The LORD bless you, and keep you [protect you, sustain you, and guard you]; (Numbers 6:24 AMP) The LORD cause His face to shine on you, and be gracious to you; The LORD lift up His face to you, and give you peace.’ (Numbers 6:25-26 NASB)

God is our shelter and our strength. When troubles seem near, God is nearer, and He’s ready to help. So why run and hide? No fear, no pacing, no biting fingernails. When the earth spins out of control, we are sure and fearless. When mountains crumble and the waters run wild, we are sure and fearless. — Psalm 46:1-2 (VOICE) God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble. (Psalm 46:1 NLT) You can be sure that the Lord is on your side and remember, He has already gained the victory. Therefore let us [with privilege] approach the throne of grace [that is, the throne of God’s gracious favor] with confidence and without fear, so that we may receive mercy [for our failures] and find [His amazing] grace to help in time of need [an appropriate blessing, coming just at the right moment]. (Hebrews 4:16 AMP)