Today’s thoughts by Julie Wicker

‭‭1 Thessalonians‬ ‭5‬:‭17‬ ‭NIV‬ — Pray continually.

This week we are sharing short bible verses we can easily recall and develop a daily bible reading habit. As we have moved through our week, I pray you have experienced the fruit of God’s word. We can also gain much fruit through our prayer lives. Have you given up on your prayer life? Have you prayed for someone or something for a long time? It is easier to give up than to continue praying. Stop to think about the Apostle Paul writing to the Thessalonians. He instructed them to pray continually. This puts things into perspective for me. 

In the song, “Don’t Give Up On Me” by Brandon Lake, God doesn’t want us to give up on Him. When we think God is silent, He is really developing our character. Take time to read Romans 5: 3-4 NIV as the Apostle Paul encourages us not to give up. Will you join me in resolving to pray continually? 

Let’s pray. Dear God, thank You for never giving up on me. Help me to persevere and not give up on You. As I move forward through 2026, I resolve to pray continually. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.

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