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Word for Today | Psalm 139:9-10

Daily Thought Psalm 139:9-10 ‘If I rise on the wings of the dawn, if I settle on the far side of the sea, even there Your hand will guide me, Your right hand will hold me fast.’ No matter where life takes you, God’s presence is already there. His hand…

9 Nov 11PM 1 min

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Daily Thought Ecclesiastes 3:1 ‘There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens.’ God has a perfect plan and timing for every part of your life. Even when things don’t make sense, He is working behind the scenes. Every season, whether joyful or challenging,…

6 Nov 11PM 1 min

Word for Today | Nehemiah 9:12

Daily Thought Nehemiah 9:12 ‘By day You led them with a pillar of cloud, and by night with a pillar of fire to give them light on the way they were to take.’ The Lord wants to lead and guide you. He leads us day and night and in every…

6 Nov 6AM 1 min

Word for Today | Psalm 139:14

Daily Thought Psalm 139:14 ‘I praise You because I am fearfully and wonderfully made.’ There is no one quite like you. No one could ever take your place. God has placed within you something unique and wonderful. He created you intentionally and with a purpose, and He doesn’t make mistakes…

4 Nov 11PM 1 min

Word for Today | Ephesians 1:7 NLT

Daily Thought Ephesians 1:7 NLT ‘He is so rich in kindness and grace that He purchased our freedom with the blood of His Son and forgave our sins.’ Oh how great is the love and kindness of God towards us. There is no limit to His kindness and grace towards…

3 Nov 11PM 1 min

Word for Today | 2 Thessalonians 3:16

Daily Thought 2 Thessalonians 3:16 ‘Now may the Lord of peace Himself give you His peace at all times and in every situation. The Lord be with you all.’ There is no circumstance you will ever face where God is not with you. He will come and bring you His…

2 Nov 11PM 1 min

Word for Today | 1 Samuel 7:12

Daily Thought 1 Samuel 7:12 ‘Thus far the LORD has helped us.’ Often when we stop and look back, we can see God’s faithfulness. Every step of our journey is marked by His guiding hand. He has carried, protected and provided for you to this point. God, Who has been…

31 Oct 12AM 1 min

Word for Today | 1 Corinthians 1:27

Daily Thought 1 Corinthians 1:27 ‘God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong.’ It gives God great joy to use the unlikely. Our weakness or lack of ability is no obstacle to God. He…

30 Oct 12AM 1 min

Word for Today | Judges 6:12

Daily Thought Judges 6:12 ‘The LORD is with you, mighty warrior.’ God sees strength and potential in us even when we feel weak. His presence turns ordinary people into mighty warriors. When the Lord is with us, fear and doubt lose their power. Together with God, you are strong! Let's…

29 Oct 12AM 1 min

Word for Today | Exodus 3:12

Daily Thought Exodus 3:12 He (the Lord) said, ‘I will certainly be with you.’ Today, the Lord promises to be with you. His faithfulness and support will not be withdrawn from you. He promised to be with His people forever and that includes you. You will not be alone or…

28 Oct 12AM 1 min

Word for Today | Exodus 19:3

Daily Thought Exodus 19:3 ‘Then Moses went up to God, and the LORD called to him from the mountain…’ God still calls out to people today. He calls each one of us to come closer and to be with Him. God is not finished with you yet – it is…

27 Oct 12AM 1 min

Word for Today | Isaiah 26:4

Daily Thought Isaiah 26:4 ‘Trust in the LORD forever, for the LORD, the LORD Himself, is the Rock eternal.’ Your unwavering faith in God will be rewarded. We are encouraged to trust in the Lord with all our hearts. Well done for trusting in God for your life and situations…

24 Oct 12AM 1 min

Word for Today | 1 John 4:4b

Daily Thought 1 John 4:4b ‘Greater is He Who is in you than he who is in the world.’ Never underestimate the mighty working power of God in your life. The greatness of the living God lives in you. He will give you the power and wisdom you need to…

23 Oct 12AM 1 min

Word for Today | Isaiah 54:17

Daily Thought Isaiah 54:17 ‘No weapon formed against you shall prosper, and you will refute every tongue that accuses you. This is the heritage of the servants of the LORD.’ declares the LORD. The Lord is your Protector and your defence. He causes the enemy’s plans to ultimately fail. He…

22 Oct 12AM 1 min

Word for Today | Exodus 14:14

Daily Thought Exodus 14:14 ‘The LORD will fight for you; you need only to be still.’ The Lord is working even when it looks like nothing is happening. Stillness is an act of trust, showing that we believe God is in control. Stop striving and rest in His presence. The…

21 Oct 12AM 1 min

Word for Today | Psalm 40:2

Daily Thought Psalm 40:2 ‘He lifted me up from the pit of despair, out of the miry clay; He set my feet upon a rock, and made my footsteps firm.’ The Lord can lift you out of any situation you may be facing. When we think that things look hopeless,…

20 Oct 12AM 1 min

Word for Today | Psalm 37:23

Daily Thought Psalm 37:23 ‘The steps of a good man are ordered by the LORD, and He delights in his way.’ The Lord takes pleasure in guiding the lives of those who follow Him. The Lord, in His faithfulness, has brought you to this point. He will carry and sustain…

17 Oct 12AM 1 min

Word for Today | 2 Chronicles 16:9

Daily Thought 2 Chronicles 16:9 ‘The eyes of the LORD search the whole earth in order to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed to Him.’ The Lord is watching over you even when you can’t see it. He looks for those who trust in Him so that He can…

16 Oct 12AM 1 min

Word for Today | 1 Samuel 16:7

Daily Thought 1 Samuel 16:7 ‘The LORD does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart.’ God doesn’t see things the way people do. He looks at our hearts and not at our looks and our status…

15 Oct 12AM 1 min

Word for Today | Ephesians 6:10

Daily Thought Ephesians 6:10 ‘Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power.’ The Lord is calling you to find your strength in your relationship with Him. A close walk with the Lord fills us with His courage, peace, and resilience. His power equips us to stand firm…

14 Oct 12AM 1 min