“You will keep in perfect and constant peace the one whose mind is steadfast [that is, committed and focused on You—in both inclination and character], Because he trusts and takes refuge in You [with hope and confident expectation]. – Isaiah 26:3 AMP

“When God promises, He’s not saying, ‘I’ll try.’ He means, ‘I can and I will.’” – James MacDonald

Life can be hectic, hurried, confusing, anxiety-ridden, and tiring at times.   Not every day is like this, but today my life matched each of these adjectives!  I’m sure you can relate to days like this yourself.

When life shows its ugly side, I like to sit quietly in the evening and read the promises of God.  I have learned that reading Truth has a way of influencing my thoughts and feelings.  Being human, it’s so easy to live and act by how we feel in the moment. When I feel the urge to act based on how I feel, I quickly realize it’s time to inject Truth into my circumstances.

Here is a list of Truth I will be reading tonight – promises our God gives to all of us.  I love how James McDonald describes God’s promises – not probable in their proclamation, but precisely pronounced with a confidence and expectancy they will come to pass. No maybe’s or might be’s associated with them – only blessed assurance that our God is faithful to all He has promised!

I wanted to share the list with you – hoping it will ease your mind and end your day in the right perspective. Take out your Bible and look up the promises yourself. Read them aloud and embrace the assured promises found within them 🙂

Ten Promises to Live By…..

“I have very specific plans for your life, plans for your prosperity…. plans that are filled with hope and a wonderful future!” – Jeremiah 29:11 and Isaiah 43:19

“If you are facing something that looks impossible, remember that nothing is too hard for me.  There isn’t anything I can’t handle or fix.”  – Jeremiah 32:27

“If you’re confused or need guidance, talk to me and I can tell you things about your situation you haven’t even thought about yet.”  – Jeremiah 33:3

“If you’re not feeling well, remember that I’m the only Physician you will ever need!” – Exodus 15:26 and Psalm 103:3

“Don’t feel condemned or ashamed about how you behaved today.  I forgive you unconditionally!  And better yet, tomorrow I won’t even remember it happened!”  – Isaiah 43:25 and Psalm 103: 8-14

“If you feel like you just can’t go on, remember that I will give you my strength to endure anything you face.”  – Philippians 4:13

“If you’ve been treated unjustly, take comfort in knowing that I will make all things right.” – Psalm 37: 1-11

“If you’re heart has been broken today, know that I am with you…clinging closer to you than ever!” – Psalm 35:18

“Don’t EVER be afraid or fearful.  Not a minute goes by that I’m not diligently watching over you!” – Psalm 34:7, Psalm 62:1-2, and Psalm 121: 3-8

“When everything seems hopeless and lost, never forget that I’m all about MIRACLES!” – Psalm 78: 11-14 and John 20:30-31

May God bless each of you tonight and may His promises live in your heart tomorrow and forever!