Today’s thoughts are by Julie Wicker

Joshua 1:9 NIV —  Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go. 

In reading today’s key verse, I think of “active worship,” which means getting your body moving while worshiping God. After all, our bodies are His Temples. Every year Deborah and I share Rachel Hollis’ Last 90 Day challenge, which consists of her 5 to Thrive: get up 30 minutes earlier than usual to do something for you, get your body moving for 30 minutes, drink ½ your body weight in water, fast a food group or food item, and write five gratitudes. 

Just like Peter walking on water, I too strive to be a water walker versus a spectator in a boat. Getting my body moving at least 30 minutes a day is my therapy physically, mentally, and spiritually. Maybe you have just gotten started with getting your body moving through exercise. Maybe you currently don’t exercise. Maybe you are limited physically. Today is a chance for a fresh start and to begin again. Getting started is half the battle! 

Is fear holding you back? Often it helps us to look back at what God has already done in our lives so that we can gain confidence for tomorrow. We can do this by remembering goals and dreams that we have already accomplished. Getting started may look like one goal instead of five. There should always be room for change. 

Let’s pray. Dear God, I desire to be like Peter and walk on water. Give me the courage to move my body for Your glory and not to give in to excuses. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen. 

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Today’s thoughts are by Julie Wicker

1 Corinthians‬ ‭6‬:‭19‬-‭20‬ ‭NIV‬‬ — Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies.

What do you think about when you read today’s key verse? Do you feel convicted to take better care of your body? Every year Deborah and I share Rachel Hollis’ Last 90 Day challenge, which consists of her 5 to Thrive: get up 30 minutes earlier than usual to do something for you, get your body moving for 30 minutes, drink ½ your body weight in water, fast a food group or food item, and write five gratitudes. 

God created us in His image and for His glory. Do you trust God with honoring your body? If we choose to take care of our bodies by daily improving our habits, we would feel so much better. I say improving because none of us are perfect. My obsession is my love for coffee. Black coffee is good for you in moderation. I know I need to drink lots of water to stay hydrated. One of my favorite things to make is detox water. It is so refreshing, just like God’s daily word refreshes our souls.

Let’s pray. Dear God, thank You for opportunities to improve my habits. I trust You to guide me in taking care of my body for Your temple. I desire to be refreshed by Your living water. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.

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Today’s thoughts are by Julie Wicker

Every year Deborah and I share Rachel Hollis’ Last 90 Day challenge, which consists of her 5 to Thrive: get up 30 minutes earlier than usual to do something for you, get your body moving for 30 minutes, drink ½ your body weight in water, fast a food group or food item, and write 5 gratitudes. 

Take time today to meditate on this week’s scripture verses.

1 Corinthians‬ ‭6‬:‭19‬-‭20‬ ‭NIV‬‬ — Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies.

Joshua 1:9 NIV —  Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go. 

Philippians‬ ‭1‬:‭6‬ ‭NIV‬‬ — being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.

Daniel‬ ‭1‬:‭5‬, ‭8‬, ‭12‬ ‭ESV‬‬ — The king assigned them a daily portion of the food that the king ate, and of the wine that he drank. They were to be educated for three years, and at the end of that time they were to stand before the king. But Daniel resolved that he would not defile himself with the king’s food, or with the wine that he drank. Therefore he asked the chief of the eunuchs to allow him not to defile himself. “Test your servants for ten days; let us be given vegetables to eat and water to drink.”

“This is why it is said: “Wake up, sleeper, rise from the dead, and Christ will shine on you.” Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. Ephesians‬ ‭5‬:‭14‬-‭16‬ ‭NIV‬‬

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Today’s thoughts are by Julie Wicker

Every year Deborah and I share Rachel Hollis’ Last 90 Day challenge, which consists of her 5 to Thrive: get up 30 minutes earlier than usual to do something for you, get your body moving for 30 minutes, drink ½ your body weight in water, fast a food group or food item, and write 5 gratitudes. 

Today I encourage you to listen to Famous For (I Believe) by Tauren Wells Featuring Jenn Johnson. God is famous for doing exceedingly, abundantly more than we can ask or imagine.

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Today’s thoughts are by Julie Wicker

‭‭Philippians‬ ‭1‬:‭6‬ ‭NIV‬‬ — being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.

Yesterday we talked about humble confidence which ties in with my word of the year, Fruit of the Spirit. It also makes me think about today’s key verse which I consider my life verse. 

Good works go a long way in our relationships with God, family, friends, and our community. On this Surrender Saturday, reflect on this past week. How have you put living for today into practice? What good works do you see through yourself and in your relationships?

Let’s pray. Dear God, thank You for the blessings of today. May others see You through my good works. I surrender this day to You. In the name of Jesus I pray, Amen.

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Today’s thoughts are by Julie Wicker 

‭‭Luke‬ ‭12‬:‭40‬ ‭ESV‬‬ — “You also must be ready, for the Son of Man is coming at an hour you do not expect.”

This scripture verse should be an encouragement to live for today and hope for tomorrow. In referencing this scripture on The Bible Recap, Tara-Leigh Cobble used the terms “humble confidence” and “humble hopefulness.” This really speaks to me on this Fruit Friday. Last year my word of the year, Humble. This year my word of the year, Fruit of the Spirit. We can gain Godly fruit through humbleness. 

What are you doing to intentionally fulfill your purpose of making disciples? We need to stay ready with humble confidence, leading others with humble hopefulness. Although we may not see the promises fulfilled in this lifetime, we have God’s word that there is something better for us in ‭‭Hebrews‬ ‭11‬:‭39‬-‭40‬ ‭ESV‬‬ — And all these, though commended through their faith, did not receive what was promised, since God had provided something better for us, that apart from us they should not be made perfect.

Let’s pray. Dear God, thank You for the hope of Your promises yet to be fulfilled. Thank You for Your word to give us humble confidence as we make disciples and lead others toward You. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.

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Today’s thoughts are by Julie Wicker

‭‭John‬ ‭10‬:‭10‬ ‭ESV‬‬ — The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly.

What is the opposite of living for today? Satan would love for our minds to be fixed on yesterday’s past mistakes and tomorrow’s worries. Let’s not let the enemy have a foothold. Let’s start our day with worship and gratitude because when we give praises to God, the enemy flees. 

Let’s write our five gratitudes with a “live for today” mindset.

1. Thank You for another sunrise.
2. Thank You for the breath in my lungs.
3. Thank You for Your daily bread.
4. Thank You for Your perfect peace to keep my mind from wandering.
5. Thank You for opportunities to share Your love with others.

Now it’s your turn. Use your time of prayer today to write your gratitudes. We would love to hear from you. What are your five gratitudes? You can comment on today’s post or email us at waterwalkers29@gmail.com.

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