A Simple PathVolume 2 · Weeks 9–16

Thank You, Father. Begin with a heart of gratitude, shouting joyfully and coming before the Lord with rejoicing in all you do.

Praise you, Father, for all that you have done, are doing, and will do on our behalf through Jesus Christ and Your grace.

A continuation of a further explanation of who we are in Christ — children of God, born not of human will but of God Himself.

After our salvation and forgiveness from sin, God placed us in a church as part of the body of Christ with others just like us, and now we fellowship together.

Refreshed, we rejoin others as we serve Christ together by serving those, He sends our way. Press on toward the goal.

A reminder of what worldly people are like, and who God has called us to. The cross is our power and our message.

These verses are our “marching orders” — an assurance that when we go out and witness, Jesus will be with us, enabling us beyond our natural ability.

Father, I praise you for my health, whatever its condition. You still fellowship with me and help me to have a humble mind that seeks ways to love your children.

This peace, which only you can grant to your faithful followers, is present in my life and began the moment I received your forgiveness through Jesus Christ.

Consider: a lack of tribulations can contribute to laziness and self-indulgence. Tribulation produces perseverance, proven character, and hope — all gifts from God.

When we ask, we are forgiven in the name of Jesus, then we are called to serve others. Even when we are honored by being chosen to serve, we don't puff ourselves up but remain humble.

Another reference to suffering for God that leads to our obedience. Because we are filled with the Holy Spirit and seek to obey, we look to God for hope in overcoming whatever interferes with our obedience.

Stay on God's paths as we humbly and peacefully serve and minister to the world. Pursue peace and holiness in all our dealings.

This is our call to go and make disciples. We no longer live for ourselves, but for Him who died and rose again on our behalf.

Father, you comfort me first because of your love, and second so I can point others to your comfort. The struggles become the greatest need in ministry.

Be vocal concerning the gospel and God's care — His peace and joy — and not worry about any opposition. Share the testimony boldly.

Father, this is my desire — to please you — so I ask for the power through the Holy Spirit to keep your commandments in place on my heart.

God introduces us to spiritual gifts as we serve. He has given each believer at least one gift to be used for His glory and the building up of His church.

Even in anxiety about health or circumstances, God continually shows He is in charge. Praise Him and seek the peace that surpasses all comprehension.

Any gentle spirit we have comes from God alone. Praise Him for allowing ministry through a gentle spirit. The Lord is nearby.

We must decide how to allocate our resources and know when God wants us to use our personal resources, and where to use them for His glory.

I still praise you, Father, for the miracles you perform on my behalf daily so I can continue to minister to your people. Resist the temptation to harden our hearts.

Jesus shows us that by giving up self-reliance and letting our Father in Heaven empower us, we too can access, as God directs, what He did.

Father, I want to please you. Whatever we ask in Jesus' name, believing in Him, will be done so that the Father may be glorified in the Son.

Father, with the help of your Holy Spirit, I can see your hand working at your pace. Those who wait upon the Lord will find their strength renewed.

He chose us because of His grace — His unmerited favor — not because of our works or service. Salvation is God's gift alone. I praise you, Father.

Father, I want your will to be done in my life and actions. Power is perfected in weakness — when I am weak, then I am truly strong in Christ.

As God reveals Himself to us, great spiritual gifts come from His vast treasure trove in heaven—things beyond what we can imagine or conceive.

This is my desire and goal, set with your help for each day when I rise — to do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus with a thankful heart.

I am repeating this same verse as it is my prayer for today also. Let every word and deed reflect the name and character of Jesus Christ.

We want to rightly apply this to everything God asks of us — that is appropriate because there is nothing too hard for God. May it be done according to His word.

Jesus directs our activities, and when we obey, sometimes we will experience one of His miracles. He operates the same today as He did with Peter.

There have been occasions when we experience physical and spiritual healing that could only come from God our Father. He hears our cries and responds.

Repentance leads to freedom. Turn away from all offenses so that sin does not become a stumbling block to our walk with God and ministry to others.

Our mission is not just to go out to the lost and hurting, but also to work as a team, build one another up in Christ, and then go out together.

I am humbled that God continues to allow me to serve Him by discipling others, revealing the meaning of many scriptures, and placing them in my heart.

As born-again Christians, filled by the Holy Spirit, as we serve Christ through worship and obedience, He grants understanding and wisdom that flow naturally to others.

The many visits to doctors, difficulties, and afflictions have a greater purpose — God allows us to pray for others and comfort them with the comfort we ourselves have received.

In our daily walk, we meet people with untamed tongues that need God's healing. Let's encourage them to trust God and guard our tongues.

This week's emphasis is on our continued obedience to God and His willingness to bless us so we can serve Him joyfully and with courage.

God promises to restore when His people come back to Him. He will be our light, our rear guard, and will answer when we call.

We can not only see the plight of others less fortunate but respond by helping them until they can return to the Lord and be restored.

Father, I praise You, for only You have continued to love mankind these many thousands of years and continue to reach out to us in grace and mercy.

Even in despair, remember God's love, grace, and mercy given as a gift. His compassions are new every morning — great is His faithfulness.

Spoken to the Israelites, it also applies to us now, as He has adopted us and grafted us into His kingdom. We are His own possession, a kingdom of priests.

Father, I praise You for Your great compassion upon me and those who serve You. He who has compassion will lead and guide us.

Even when we were dead in our wrongdoings, God made us alive together with Christ by grace. We are raised up and seated with Him in heavenly places.

Right after being saved, God pointed out that it wasn't because of anything good done—not works, not service. Salvation is His gift alone, so no one may boast.

Father, I feel so very blessed because You are forming Christ in me by the power of Your Holy Spirit, helping me understand the needs of those to whom You send me.

Written by David while running from Saul — just as they were true then, our God remains faithful to us today. His character is revealed in how He deals with us.

I do feel blessed and am placing my hope and confidence in You, Lord. The one who trusts in God and makes God their trust will be blessed.

It is easy to focus on daily demands, planning, and doing, so we don't stop to enjoy the peace and joy God has granted us. Now I am relaxing in His presence.

During an average week, God grants us loving relationships with people. Realize how important each person is to our continued ministries for the Lord.

Fear here means reverence — bowing in awe at His greatness, humbly listening to His instructions, obeying each command, and enjoying the peace and fulfillment only He can grant.

My desire is to obey God and not turn to my own ways. However, when I fail and repent, God is always there to take me back into His love—just like the father of the prodigal son.

A good verse that encourages us and that we can use to encourage others. He will never desert us, never abandon us — we are content in Him.