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When I pray, I usually pray to God the Father. Maybe not having an earthly father growing up makes having a divine one all the more imperative. It fills an empty space and feels natural and comforting. I pray to Jesus, the Son of God, but I seem to fall into the Father’s arms most easily. Jesus feels like an older Brother to me—a guide and role model. Almost like the character “Wally” from the television series Leave It to Beaver—a show that portrayed an idealized father-son relationship, which was especially powerful for a little boy who had no other example.

Nighttime has a way of magnifying our worries. As our nightly prayer and devotional remind us, when the day’s noise dies down, our minds often rush ahead into the what-ifs of tomorrow—or rehash today’s troubles. This endless cycle of anxious thoughts can feel overwhelming. But God invites us to shift our focus away from fear and toward His promises. Worrying is easy, but it puts trust in things that will ultimately fail—our own strength, others’ abilities, or temporary circumstances. Instead, we are called to place our trust in the One who never fails. His peace is not something we can create on our own—it is a gift we receive when we lean into His presence. When we bring our burdens to Him, He promises safety and rest. Peace doesn’t mean problems vanish, but it does mean we can rest secure in the arms of our unchanging Father. As you prepare for bed tonight, may you release the rush of worry and trade it for His peace. Tonight’s Scripture: Psalm 4:8 “In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, LORD, make me dwell in safety.” 🔗 Read more on BibleStudyTools.com 🙏 Your Nightly Prayer Heavenly Father, I confess how my heart and mind often run to worry, whether real or imagined troubles. Yet You call me to trust and peace. Shift my focus from fear and worry to Your unshakable love and promises. Teach me to lay down every burden at Your feet, knowing You alone keep me dwelling in safety. Fill me with the Spirit of Peace, the shalom the world can’t give, and quiet my mind as I focus on You. I trust and rest in You. In Jesus’ name, Amen. 🧘 Three Things to Meditate Upon What current issues in your life tempt you to worry? How has God faithfully carried you in the past—sometimes in ways you didn’t notice at first? What promises of God can you focus on tonight to redirect your heart from anxiety to trust? 🌙 Before bed tonight, take five minutes to write down your biggest worry, then pray Psalm 4:8 over it.

Disappointment cuts deep. Whether it comes through broken trust, strained relationships, or unmet expectations, our natural response is often to pull back—to protect our hearts with control, silence, or distance. Tonight's prayer and devotional on Romans 15:13 offers us a better way: to place our trust not in perfection or outcomes, but in the God of hope. Parenting and relationships can test this truth daily. When trust is broken, fear often drives our reactions. But fear only multiplies anxiety, while faith opens the door to restoration. Just as God extends second chances to us without tallying our failures, we too can mirror His mercy by leaving room for redemption. Hope isn’t about ignoring hurt or skipping accountability. It’s about believing that God is still writing the story—even when things feel broken. He calls us to respond not out of fear but out of faith, letting His Spirit fill us with joy and peace so we can extend hope, even in hard places. Tonight’s Scripture: Romans 15:13 "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit." 🔗 Read more on BibleStudyTools.com 🙏 Your Nightly Prayer Lord, In my disappointment, help me not to reach for control but to respond with Your wisdom. My heart longs to parent and love out of faith, not fear. I surrender anger, frustration, and regret. Fill me with joy and peace as I trust You. May I see my child—and others in my life—not through the lens of failure, but through Your mercy. Let Your Spirit renew my hope tonight. Amen. 🧘 Three Things to Meditate Upon What unspoken messages might your child—or someone close to you—be receiving from your disappointment? Reflect on your responses: have they been marked by control, withdrawal, silence, or grace? Are you trusting in another person’s behavior to reassure you, or in God’s ability to redeem and restore? ✨ Tonight, write down one disappointment you’ve been holding onto. Pray Romans 15:13 over it, surrendering it back to God. 💬 Share hope with someone who may be struggling—remind them that their story isn’t over. 📬 Subscribe here for more nightly encouragements to anchor your evenings in God’s promises.

Have you ever faced a decision that left you feeling uncertain about which way to go? In today's prayer and devotional, Scripture reminds us that our steps are directed by the Lord, even when we can’t fully see or understand His plan. Christine Perry shares a personal story of feeling the Lord’s nudge to step away from her current path without knowing what would come next. What began as confusion and hesitation became a testimony of God’s perfect provision. Where Christine only saw uncertainty, God had already prepared opportunities for work, housing, and growth that she never could have orchestrated on her own. The truth is, our perspective is limited—we see only what’s right in front of us. God, however, sees the full picture. Trusting Him with our decisions means surrendering our desire for total control and stepping forward in faith, even when the path feels unclear. His direction may not always align with our original plans, but His way is always better. Today's Bible Reading "A man's steps are of the Lord; How then can a man understand his own way?" – Proverbs 20:24 (NKJV) Key Takeaways God often asks us to take the first step before revealing the next. Our plans may fall through, but God’s purposes never fail. Trusting His direction requires faith beyond what we can see. God’s provision and timing are always perfect, even when the process feels uncertain. Let’s Pray Together Lord, thank You for directing my steps, even when I don’t understand the way forward. Help me to trust Your wisdom and surrender my plans to You. Thank You for being my Shepherd, Provider, and Guide. Teach me to walk in faith, believing that Your direction is always good. In Jesus’ name, Amen. This video is brought to you by iBelieve (https://ibelieve.com) Subscribe and click the bell (🔔) to see our newest videos. Connect with us on Social Media: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/iBelievedotcom/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/ibelievecom/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ibelievecom/ Newsletters - https://www.ibelieve.com/newsletters/ Subscribe to Your Daily Prayer: Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/3NDdYqx Spotify - https://sptfy.com/OwFK LifeAudio - https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-daily-prayer/ Related Resources & Articles How to Know If You’re Following God’s Will – Crosswalk.com 5 Prayers for Guidance in Life’s Decisions – BibleStudyTools.com

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A group of young children shared heartfelt lessons on grief after losing their beloved dog. The youngsters went through a painful, devastating situation, but even at their young age, they have learned something many people, much older than them, still struggle to grasp. Watch the short but powerful clip to hear what these youngsters have learned after losing a cherished pet.

Many situations and circumstances in life deserve to be recognized and celebrated. We all want to experience as much joy and happiness as possible. Who in their right mind wouldn’t want that? You and I would think there’d be something incredibly wrong with someone who didn’t want as much joy and happiness in their life as possible.

However, while experiencing joy and happiness 24/7/365 is a nice goal and something to strive for, it is impossible. We all go through deep, dark and truly painful valleys. Death and loss are sadly very real, often causing much hurt and heartache. Not even youngsters are spared from going through these deep, dark valleys, as a clip posted on YouTube makes clear.

Three young children lost their beloved dog, a devastating blow, causing each of them immense pain and grief. But instead of getting upset and holding those feelings inside, they found and learned how to express and work through their grief.

The children organized a community-wide funeral for their pet, and several dogs and people attended the service. At that service, the children were able to express their feelings and the hurt they experienced following that loss.

But what the young man said about grief will completely blow you away. Hearing such wisdom from someone so young is impressive. As odd as it may sound, he mentioned that joy plays a role in coping with grief.

“Yes, because it allows you to realize that even after you’ve lost, there is still meaning to life,” he said.

Revelation 21:4 “And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.”

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This elderly woman’s words of wisdom will encourage and inspire you. She shares a powerful message about life’s many seasons and navigating them when they are less-than-pleasant and even downright painful. Watch the short but powerful clip to hear her moving, uplifting words of wisdom.

Sadly, life is not always an entirely delightful experience. Not every situation you face will make you feel warm and fuzzy. In fact, there will be instances that will hurt and result in immense heartache. I’m sorry if I burst your bubble if you, for some reason, thought otherwise. But let’s be honest, it was either going to be me or life because we all do and will encounter circumstances that are unpleasant and painful.

Anyone who has ever endured a challenging and gut-wrenching situation knows all too well that they can often feel as if they will never end. However, eventually, those seasons pass, which is always hard to remember and consider when in the middle of it. However, a clip posted on social media reminds us of the hope and belief we can hold onto when we’re in a painful, difficult season.

In the video, the older woman shares some words of wisdom and advice that we should all remember and implement whenever we encounter difficulties or trials.

“We should not live in fear or panic over the season we’re in because there’s a new season right around the corner, right around the corner,” she says. “The Bible says in several places, ‘It came to pass.’ And I believe that, I believe everything comes to pass because I’ve been through so many seasons in my life.”

Later in the clip, the woman stresses avoiding panicking or worrying when encountering challenging seasons. She also mentions how fear and panic are popular tools in the evil one’s arsenal against Christians.

“The devil uses fear to absolutely war against us, to torment us,” she said. “God is not a god of torment. So, y’all have a wonderful evening. Just rejoice in the fact that you’re still alive. You may be in a bad season right now, but you’re fixing to come out of it.”

1 Thessalonians 5:1 “But of the times and the seasons, brothers, you have no need that I write to you.”

Sometimes, the hardest choice is the right one. Whether you're navigating decisions as a parent, spouse, friend, or leader, there are moments when following God’s direction feels uncomfortable—or even countercultural. But Romans 12:2 reminds us: true transformation and clarity come when we renew our minds in God's truth, not in worldly trends. In today’s devotional and prayer, we explore the tension between conviction and conformity, and how leaning into God’s Word gives us the courage to walk forward in obedience—even when the path feels uncertain. 📖 “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind...” — Romans 12:2 Let this moment remind you that God's will is always good, pleasing, and perfect, even when it challenges you to step out in faith. Let’s Pray Together Lord God, You are the way, and Your way is perfect. Help me not to conform to the world but to be renewed daily in Your Word. Give me courage to follow through when I feel convicted, trusting that Your plan is good, pleasing, and perfect. Thank You for guiding me and walking with me as I take steps of faith. In Jesus’ name, Amen. 📖 Today’s Bible Reading Romans 12:2 (NIV) “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind…” Conviction is an invitation from the Holy Spirit to trust God's way over popular opinion. Renewing your mind through Scripture clears away confusion and strengthens discernment. Faith isn't always easy—but it is always worth it. God equips us to take hard steps of obedience. God’s plan is always for your good, even if it challenges your comfort.

As the seasons of life change—graduations, career shifts, relationship transitions—it’s natural to look back. But sometimes, that backward glance turns into regret that weighs down the soul. In tonight’s prayer and devotional, we're reminded that God does not call us to live in shame, but to walk in freedom, healing, and forward-looking reflection. Scripture tells us in Romans 8:1, “There is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.” Regret chains us to what we cannot change. But Jesus redeems even our worst missteps, offering not just forgiveness but transformation. Through Christ, our past doesn’t define us—our Savior does. Let this moment of reflection lead to growth, not shame. Lay down guilt. Pick up grace. God is not finished with your story. 📖 Tonight’s Scripture Romans 8:1 (NIV) “Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.” 🙏 Let’s Pray Together Heavenly Father, Thank You for walking with me through every season of life. Tonight, I lay down regret and shame at the foot of the cross, where Jesus paid for all my sins and failures. Teach me to reflect with honesty and hope, not condemnation. Restore what was lost, bring new life where I feel broken, and guide me by Your Spirit into seasons of growth and grace. In Jesus’ name, Amen. 🧠 Three Things to Meditate Upon Where regret lingers, God invites healing. What would it look like to surrender that pain to Him tonight? Shame is not your name. Replace lies with truth from Romans 8 and walk boldly in grace. Your mistakes do not define your future. Through Christ, every misstep can become part of your redemption story. 📝 This week, journal one past regret you've been carrying. Turn it into a prayer—ask God to bring wisdom and renewal from that moment. 📖 Read through Romans 8. Highlight every word of assurance and freedom that reminds you who you are in Christ. 📬 Sign up for Your Nightly Prayer to receive soul-soothing Scripture, reflection, and prayer each evening. 💬 Comment below: “I lay down regret and pick up grace” as your declaration of freedom. #YourNightlyPrayer #NoCondemnation #Romans8 #ChristianHealing #FreedomInChrist #iBelieve #FaithOverRegret #GraceNotGuilt #IdentityInJesus #EmotionalHealing

You are not just surviving — you are more than a conqueror through Christ. 🙌 Romans 8:37 says: “In all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.” Jesus said all you need is faith as small as a mustard seed — God does the rest. 🌱 Philippians 1:6 promises: “He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion.” Your victory isn’t fragile — it’s secure in Him. 👉 Subscribe for more encouragement: @InSpirationalenlightenment

The Greek word *nikao* means “to conquer, to overcome.” Through Christ, you’re already walking in victory. 📖 1 John 5:4 (KJV) – “For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith.” 📖 Romans 8:37 (KJV) – “Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.” 📖 John 16:33 (KJV) – “Be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.” You’re not fighting for victory — you’re standing in the victory Jesus already won. ▶ Watch more Biblical Recovery & encouragement: https://www.youtube.com/@InSpirationalenlightment 📖 Read *In Christ*: The 12 Step Biblical Recovery Program on Amazon

Are you walking through grief, illness, anxiety, or relational pain? Life often weighs heavy—but God's joy can still rise within you. This evening prayer and devotional reflection draws from Nehemiah 8:10, reminding us that true strength doesn't come from avoiding hardship—it comes from embracing God's joy in the midst of it. In this video, you'll reflect on: How God’s joy differs from temporary happiness Why choosing joy in suffering is a spiritual act of faith What the Bible says about finding peace and strength through trials A prayer to help you release the weight of today and rest in God's joy James told us to “count it all joy” in trials. Peter described our salvation as a source of “inexpressible and glorious joy.” Tonight, we echo those truths—anchored in God’s Word and spoken in prayer. 📖 Scripture Reading: Nehemiah 8:10 “Do not grieve, for the joy of the Lord is your strength.” 🙏 Evening Prayer Father, Thank You for offering joy that doesn’t depend on my circumstances. Even when I’m tired, afraid, or overwhelmed, You are near. Help me to lean into the strength You provide, to trust You when things don’t make sense, and to choose joy—not as denial, but as dependence on Your Spirit. Tonight, I rest in Your presence, knowing that joy is still possible with You. Amen. 💭 Meditation Prompts for Reflection Think about a time you allowed someone you love to struggle for their growth. How does this image help you trust that God may be doing the same for you right now? When you feel like you're at the end of your rope, remember this truth: Christ is the knot that holds you secure.

At 19 years old, I walked away from my faith. For over 20 years, I battled alcoholism and lived a life far from God. At 43, I found the strength to get sober, but it wasn’t until I turned 48 that I truly found peace—I found God again. This is my testimony. A story of brokenness, redemption, and the undeniable grace of God. If you’ve ever felt lost, hopeless, or too far gone, I hope my journey shows you that it’s never too late to turn back to Him.

Fruitfulness, faith, and follow-through. From the depths of Jericho to the gates of Jerusalem, Jesus calls us to serve, believe, and endure.