He Will Turn Your Sadness Into Joy: 365 Devotional Journal for Grief and Loss

By Mischa A. McMorris

Physical death is inevitable, and mourning and grieving the loss of a loved one is a normal process every human will experience at least once in his or her lifetime. Whether the loss of a loved one is expected or unexpected, God desires you to depend deeply on Him during this challenging season of your life. God desires this for you so He can provide you with the comfort, peace, community of people, and love you will need to support you during this journey. God also desires you to depend deeply on Him so that your faith and focus remain in Him. Many of God's people have become stagnated in life and have lost hope because they did not have an understanding of His promises to be with them in this time and provide every tangible and intangible need they needed. However, this will not be you. You will receive and know God's goodness, grace, promises, and unshakeable love for your life. Hold on to EVERY word of this devotional written just for you, and remain confident during this season of your life and the seasons to come that God is with you always. May God's love, peace, and grace be multiplied to you!

• Language: English
• Publisher: Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.
• Release date: Jun 9, 2023
• ISBN: 9798887512730

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Table of Contents

Title

Copyright

God Cares About You

Day 1

Day 2

Day 3

Day 4

Day 5

Day 6

Day 7

Day 8

Day 9

Day 10

Day 11

Day 12

Day 13

Day 14

Day 15

Day 16

Day 17

Day 18

Day 19

Day 20

Day 21

Day 22

Day 23

Day 24

Day 25

Day 26

Day 27

Day 28

Day 29

Day 30

Day 31

Day 32

Day 33

Day 34

Day 35

Day 36

Day 37

Day 38

Day 39

Day 40

Day 41

Day 42

Day 43

Day 44

Day 45

Day 46

Day 47

Day 48

Day 49

Staying Connected to Believers and God

Day 50

Day 51

Day 52

Day 53

Day 54

Day 55

Day 56

Day 57

Day 58

Day 59

Day 60

Day 61

God's Direction

Day 62

Day 63

Day 64

Day 65

Day 66

Day 67

Day 68

Day 69

Day 70

Rest in God Physically, Mentally, Emotionally, and Spiritually

Day 71

Day 72

Day 73

Day 74

Day 75

Day 76

Day 77

Day 78

Day 79

Day 80

Prayer

Day 81

Day 82

Day 83

Day 84

Day 85

Day 86

Day 87

Day 88

Day 89

Day 90

God's Infinite Love

Day 91

Day 92

Day 93

Day 94

Day 95

Day 96

Day 97

Day 98

Day 99

Day 100

Day 101

Day 102

Day 103

The Blessings and Favor of God

Day 104

Day 105

Day 106

Day 107

Day 108

Day 109

Day 110

Day 111

Day 112

Day 113

Day 114

Day 115

Day 116

Day 117

Day 118

Day 119

Protection

Day 120

Day 121

Day 122

Day 123

Day 124

Day 125

Day 126

Day 127

Day 128

Day 129

Day 130

Day 131

Day 132

Day 133

Day 134

Day 135

Day 136

Supply All Your Needs

Day 137

Day 138

Day 139

Day 140

Day 141

Day 142

Day 143

Day 144

Doubt

Day 145

Day 146

Day 147

Day 148

Day 149

Day 150

Day 151

Renewed Mind in Christ

Day 152

Day 153

Day 154

Day 155

Day 156

Day 157

Day 158

Forgiveness

Day 159

Day 160

Day 161

Day 162

Day 163

Day 164

Freedom from Bitterness and Understanding God's Unchanging Word

Day 165

Day 166

Day 167

Day 168

Day 169

Day 170

Day 171

Day 172

Day 173

Hope

Day 174

Day 175

Day 176

Day 177

Day 178

Day 179

Day 180

Day 181

Fear Not

Day 182

Day 183

Day 184

Day 185

Day 186

Day 187

Day 188

Day 189

Day 190

Day 191

Day 192

Day 193

Day 194

Day 195

Freedom from Guilt, Shame, and Condemnation

Day 196

Day 197

Day 198

Day 199

Day 200

Day 201

Day 202

Day 203

Day 204

Day 205

Day 206

Day 207

Day 208

Day 209

Day 210

Day 211

Day 212

Be Set Free

Day 213

Day 214

Day 215

Day 216

Day 217

Day 218

Day 219

God's Grace

Day 220

Day 221

Day 222

Day 223

Day 224

Day 225

Day 226

Day 227

Day 228

Day 229

Day 230

Day 231

Freedom from Rejection, Loneliness, and Isolation

Day 232

Day 233

Day 234

Day 235

Day 236

Anger and Rage

Day 237

Day 238

Day 239

Day 240

Day 241

Trusting God

Day 243

Day 244

Day 245

Day 246

Day 247

Day 248

Restoration

Day 249

Day 250

Day 251

Day 252

Day 253

Day 254

Worship, Praise, and Thanksgiving

Day 255

Day 256

Day 257

Day 258

Day 259

Day 260

Day 261

Day 262

Day 263

Day 264

Meditation

Day 265

Day 266

Day 267

Day 268

Day 269

Day 270

Day 271

Day 272

Day 273

Peace of Mind

Day 274

Day 275

Day 276

Day 277

Day 278

Day 279

Day 280

Day 281

Day 282

Day 283

Day 284

Joy

Day 285

Day 286

Day 287

Day 288

Day 289

Day 290

Day 291

Day 292

Day 293

Day 294

Free from Jealousy, Envy, and Covetousness

Day 295

Day 296

Day 297

Day 298

Day 299

Day 300

Day 301

Laugh and Laugh Some More

Day 302

Day 303

Day 304

Day 305

Newness in Christ

Day 306

Day 307

Day 308

Day 309

Day 310

Day 311

Day 312

Day 313

Day 314

Day 315

Keeping Focused on God and His Promises

Day 316

Day 317

Day 318

Day 319

Day 320

Day 321

Day 322

Day 323

Day 324

Day 325

Day 326

Day 327

Day 328

Day 329

Day 330

Day 331

Day 332

Day 333

Strength

Day 334

Day 335

Day 336

Day 337

Day 338

Day 339

Day 340

Day 341

Day 342

Day 343

Guard Your Mouth

Day 344

Day 345

Day 346

Day 347

Day 248

Day 349

Day 350

Day 351

Day 352

Day 353

Assurance of Your Salvation

Day 354

Day 355

Day 356

Day 357

Day 358

Day 359

Day 360

Day 361

Jesus Wept, So Can You

Day 362

Day 363

Day 364

Vision

Day 365

About the Author

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He Will Turn Your Sadness Into Joy

365 Devotional Journal for Grief and Loss

Mischa A. McMorris

ISBN 979-8-88751-272-3 (paperback)

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Copyright © 2023 by Mischa A. McMorris

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God Cares About You

God cares about those who grieve and mourn. He cares about you. He cares about your thoughts, emotions, beliefs, and all that concerns you during a season of grief and mourning. In this season of learning to deal with the loss of a loved one, lean deeply into the Father and His covenant promise to be with you always. With all you have, make a consistent effort to cast every care, worry, fear, or thoughts of doubt on God. Take hold of every word and scripture of this devotion written just for you. And always remember…God Cares About You!

Day 1

Scripture: Isaiah 61:3 (NIV) says, And provide for those who grieve in Zion to bestow on them a crown of beauty instead of ashes, the oil of joy instead of mourning, and a garment of praise instead of a spirit of despair. They will be called oaks of righteousness, a planting of the Lord for the display of his splendor.

Message: When Israel mourned, God had a plan to crown His people with His Spirit of joy and praise. God's Spirit of joy and praise is infinite in all seasons and can extend through the most challenging times even in grief and mourning. God still has this plan today for His people who grieve and mourn. Yes, God has a plan for your life to establish you with His Spirit of joy and praise. God's Word and promises are consistent for His people. He has no desire to leave us in a season or time of mourning, despair, and grief. God desires to bestow His oil of joy and Spirit of praise on our lives and all things under our care. Though grieving and mourning is a normal process and journey in life everyone as a child of God will experience, this will not be your destination. You will recover in Christ and remain planted for all the glory that will come after this time. Believe and receive this today!

Prayer: Thank You, Father God, for Your Spirit of joy and praise. Help me, Father God, to receive Your oil of joy and Spirit of praise. I also pray for the strength I need to stay planted and rooted in You. Let Your glory be revealed in my life during this time. In Jesus's name, AMEN!

Journal Moments: FREE WRITE.

Day 2

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:4 (NIV) says, A time to weep and a time to laugh, a time to mourn and a time to dance.

Message: Your life will go through many seasonal changes. These seasonal changes will sometimes include loss and mourning. Mourning the loss of a loved one is inevitable, and at some point or another, everyone experiences this because death is inevitable. The circumstances may not always seem fair, and sometimes, the timing of death is unexpected, but God promises His people He will never leave or abandon us. As you take each day one by one through this time of mourning, may you know and always remember the Father is with you to guide you and comfort you.

Prayer: Thank You, Father God, that my times and seasons are in Your hands. I pray for Your divine presence and strength in this season of mourning and grief for my life. Your Word promises peace, comfort, and Your continual love. I pray that Your peace, comfort, and everlasting love are released on me today. Help me to navigate this time in my life and show me that You are with me always. In Jesus's name, AMEN!

Journal Moments: FREE WRITE.

Day 3

Scripture: Matthew 5:4 (NIV) says, Blessed are those who mourn, because they will be comforted.

The Father: I desire to comfort you. I desire that you draw near Me so I can draw even closer to you. Do not allow your heart to become angry with Me, because I am not angry with you. Do not allow disbelief in My Word and promises to overcome you. Nothing takes Me by surprise. This is why I desire to comfort My people during their most challenging times. I am ready to bless and comfort you during this time with all the things I know you need and desire. Remember, nothing can separate you from the unfailing love, kindness, and comfort I desire to release to you.

Prayer: Father, help me to receive, feel, and be aware of Your comfort during this time in my life. When stress, sadness, and disbelief attempt to overtake me, let Your Spirit of comfort and love pursue me endlessly. Help me to keep my focus on You instead of my fears and doubt. As I draw near You in this prayer, draw near to me. In Jesus's name, AMEN!

Journal Moments: FREE WRITE.

Day 4

Scripture: Psalm 34:17–19 (NIV) says, The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears them, He delivers them from all their troubles. The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. The righteous person may have many troubles, but the Lord delivers him from them all.

The Father: Cry out to Me. I draw near to My people who are crushed and low in spirit. It's My desire to comfort you and bring you peace and protection during your times of trouble and sorrow. I am near to the brokenhearted. Since you belong to Me, I am near you. Continue to cry out to Me. The work of My hands wants to move for My people when they call to Me. I can only do this when you desire for Me to do so and trust Me that I can. I say to you today call to Me and trust Me to mend those things that attempt to bring you low.

Prayer: Father, Your Word says that You are near to the brokenhearted and save those who have a crushed spirit. I admit, Father God, that I do not feel my best now, and I need You. I need You to provide Your strength, peace, and endurance during this time. Extend Your grace to me as I take each day one by one and build my faith and reassurance that You will never abandon me but build me in You. In Jesus's name, AMEN!

Journal Moments: What do you need to cry out to God with today? Be honest and transparent. Communicate this with God.

Day 5

Scripture: Isaiah 51:11 (AMP) says, So the redeemed of the Lord will return. And come with joyful shouting to Zion; Everlasting joy will be on their heads. They will obtain gladness and joy, And sorrow and sighing will flee away.

Message: The chapter verse ends with God's people sadness coming to an end. Throughout the Bible, we see God's people going through times of grief, discomfort, troubles, and many other challenges. However, the sorrow and challenging seasons eventually go away. In this time of grief over the loss of your loved one, know this feeling of sorrow and sadness will not be forever. Although mourning and grief are normal processes apart of life, be confident that the feeling of sadness will not be forever. But as God's Word testifies for His people, seasons of sadness and distress will not and cannot remain. You have been redeemed in the Lord, and you will know and experience His everlasting joy for your life and all things under your care. Believe and receive this today.

Prayer: Thank You, Father, that I have been redeemed by Your power. Thank You that sorrow and distress cannot have a hold on me forever. Help me to receive the joy You desire for me. In Jesus's name, AMEN!

Journal Moments: FREE WRITE.

Day 6

Scripture: 1 Samuel 30:4–6 (AMP) says, Then David and the people who were with him raised their voices and wept until they were too exhausted to weep [any longer]; but David felt strengthened and encouraged in the Lord his God.

Message: David cried bitterly when his enemies raided and abducted the women and children of his home and destroyed a great majority of everything he was entrusted to steward. The scripture emphasizes that David and his men cried until they could not cry any longer. You might be in a place right now where you are crying until you feel like you have no more tears to cry or sorrow to release. However, several verses later, David suddenly felt the strength and encouragement from God to press forward in life. Does this mean David no longer grieved? No, but it brings reassurance that our Heavenly Father is ready to cover us in our most challenging times. God wants and desires to give you this same strength and encouragement during this period in your life. Lean consistently in the Father seeking His strength, encouragement, and comfort. What is too hard for you to carry, God is ready to take the load and carry it Himself. Cast every care consistently on He because He cares for you.

Prayer: I thank You, Father, that it is Your will for my life to be strengthened and encouraged in you. I open my heart, mind, and soul to You and pray for Your sudden strength and encouragement. Keep me covered under Your wings and show Yourself continually strong on my behalf. In Jesus's name, amen.

Journal Moments: Where do you need to see God's strength and encouragement in your life? Be honest and transparent. Communicate this with God.

Day 7

Scripture: Deuteronomy 31:8 (AMP) says, It is the Lord who goes before you; He will be with you. He will not fail you or abandon you. Do not fear or be dismayed.

The Father: My heart and will long to be with you always. So many times, when My children encounter the challenges and temptations of life, they believe I am no longer with them. They believe that I am punishing them. They believe I have forgotten them. But I tell you today I will not fail or abandon you. You have no reason to fear because I am with you always. Continue to draw near to Me, to be able to know, hear, and discern My will and way for your life. I ask that you lean into Me today. I love you.

Prayer: Thank You, Father, God that You will never abandon. Your Word promises that You will not fail me. Do not fail me, Father, as I seek and lean into You during this time. Show Yourself strong on my behalf and be my help during this time. I look to You, Father, to guide me. In Jesus's name, AMEN!

Journal Moments: In what area of Your life do you believe or feel God has abandoned you or forgotten about you? Be honest and transparent. Communicate this with God, and cast this care continually on the Father.

Day 8

Scripture: Romans 12:15 (AMP) says, Rejoice with those who rejoice [sharing others' joy], and weep with those who weep [sharing others' grief].

Message: It's great to be surrounded by a community of believers to rejoice with in times of celebrations or accomplishments. It's even greater to have a strong solid community of believers to be surrounded by in times of grief and mourning. Sometimes, during grieving, we tend to push people away. We do not want to be a burden to someone else with our sorrow and pain. But as scripture reads, Weep with those who weep. Allow people to surround you with their grace, love, and service during this time. Be willing to be open to those who God has sent to you during this time. Be open for prayer, encouragement, and wise words which help produce the life of God in your life and restore your faith in Him. Do not allow the heaviness of this time to compel you to push people away, but as the scripture teaches, weep with those who weep. Grant others the access to mourn with you and help keep you sustained!

Prayer: Thank You, Father God, for the people that You have brought me and will bring to me during this time of grieving. Help me not to push away the people You send to me to give me comfort and support. Help me to know they are pure in heart and that I do not have to go through this time alone. I also pray for Your blessings upon those who are and will support me during this time. In Jesus's name, AMEN!

Journal Moments: FREE WRITE.

Day 9

Scripture: Romans 15:13 (NLT) says, I pray that God, the source of hope, will fill you completely with joy and peace because you trust in him. Then you will overflow with confident hope through the power of the Holy Spirit.

The Father: Hope in Me is needed as you walk through this time in your life. Trust Me for the peace you need, the provision you need, and the right company of people to serve you. I am with you, and I am for you. Receive the power of My Holy Spirit to release the confidence you need to have continuous hope in Me during this time.

Prayer: Father God, when I am feeling hopeless and in despair, You renew and release Your hope and faith in me again. Remind me of Your unfailing Word and provide me the hope I need to continually know and be aware of in all life's circumstances. Allow Your Holy Spirit to overfill me with Your hope that my will, will always be in You and with You. In Jesus's name, AMEN!

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Day 10

Scripture: Joshua 1:9 (NLT) says, This is my command—be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.

The Father: Yes, I am still with you. I make an effort every day that you are given to let you know I am with you. I will continue My efforts daily for all My people. My Word does not change simply because a period or season of your life has shifted. I shift with you, and when life grievances and challenges come, may you always remember I Am with you. You are free to be strong and courageous in Me because I rejoice and desire to give you the strength you need.

Prayer: Thank You, Father God, for being with me wherever I go. When those besetting times come in to make me feel alone, crushed, and weary, give me a sign that You are with me. Help me to keep my focus on You for the strength and courage I need to endure. I trust You, God, to lead me. In Jesus's name, AMEN!

Journal Moments: In previous seasons of your life, what has God done or revealed to let you know He was with you? How can you position yourself to become more aware of His presence? Communicate this with God.

Day 11

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3–4 (NLT) says, All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. God is our merciful Father and the source of all comfort. He comforts us in all our troubles so that we can comfort others. When they are troubled, we will be able to give them the same comfort God has given us.

Message: How delightful is it that the Creator of the universe desires to comfort us. God is the source of all comfort. He desires to comfort us in our most challenging times. The scripture reveals that God comforting us will teach us how to comfort others. You may not believe or even feel it now, but as God comforts you during this time, He will lead you to comfort others because you will remember exactly what the Father has done for you. So soak in the presence of God. Receive His love, kindness, and guidance for your life during this season. Do not withdraw. Do not allow doubtful and fearful thoughts to manifest but only the reassurance of God's peace, comfort, and strength for your life and all things under your care.

Prayer: I pray consistently for your comfort, Father God, during this time. Though I do not feel like comforting others right now, I pray for the wisdom I will need when the day comes. Make me aware of Your presence and power in my life always. In Jesus's name, AMEN!

Journal Moments: What area of your life would you like to see God increase His Spirit of comfort for? The area in which you have not fully trusted Him to move. Communicate this with God.

Day 12

Scripture: Matthew 11:28–30 (NLT) says, Then Jesus said, ‘Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy to bear, and the burden I give you is light.'

The Father: You do not have to carry the weight of heavy burdens by yourself. Remember, I take delight in the prosperity of My people. The prosperity I provide My people with is not merely to focus on monetary value, but it is for every aspect of your life. My will is that you prosper physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Release every heavy burden you have now on Me so I can give you rest. Again, this is My will and desire for you.

Prayer: Father God, I release every burden I hold in my heart, mind, and soul to You right now. I pray that you Help to practice this release daily when challenges or situations come to persuade me that You are not enough to provide the rest I need. I seek and receive Your way to have me prosper physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. In Jesus's name, AMEN!

Journal Moments: What burdens do you need to release to the Father (past or present)? Be honest and transparent; it's okay. Communicate this with God.

Day 13

Scripture: Psalm 23:1–2 (NLT) says, The Lord is my Shepherd [to feed, to guide and to shield me], I shall not want. He lets me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside the still and quiet waters.

Message: Hallelujah! The living God is our Shepherd. Shepherds have a heart for their sheep. Shepherds watch, attend, provide, and protect their sheep. God has this same heart for you. When worry, doubt, fear, and confusion try to consume our lives, God's faithful Word reassures us that we lack nothing and that He leads us beside the still or quiet waters. In challenging seasons or times when we feel or believe as if we are down to nothing, God's Word testifies that we will not want for anything. His Word testifies about His provisions and capability to provide all of our physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual needs. God's Word also reassures us that we will not be overtaken or completely captivated by things sent to sabotage His will for our lives, but He will lead us beside the still waters. God is your resting place, your refuge, and your Shepherd. Believe and receive you lack nothing, and God is with you always. Amen!

Prayer: When my heart becomes shaken or troubled with fear, Father, I ask that You lead me in Your stillness. Help me to consistently judge and discern Your voice so that I will not be led away from You in deception. You are the Shepherd of my life. Attend to me Father, watch over me, provide me with the things you know need and desire, and protect me continually. In Jesus's name, AMEN!

Journal Moments: What have you been desiring or feel you have lacked that you would like to see God provide? It can be tangible or intangible. Communicate this with God.

Day 14

Scripture: Psalm 119:76–77 (NLT) says, Now let your unfailing love comfort me, just as you promised me, your servant. Surround me with your tender mercies so I may live, for your instructions are my delight.

Message: It's God's promise for His unfailing love to comfort us. Unfailing is synonymous with consistent, never ending, or never slowing down. God's Word also provides us with the instruction we need to make proper decisions. Although this may be a season where you mourn and grieve, cry out not only for God's unfailing love but also for His instruction and guidance to help you to make wise and good decisions. Do not lean into your own understanding, but trust God and be encouraged that He desires and is willing to lead you every step of the way during this time. Remember, God's ways are higher than our ways. Continue to trust Him for your comfort as well as the instruction you may need.

Prayer: I thank You, Father God, for the unfailing love You have for me. I pray that You surround me continually with Your mercy and patience. I pray that You also help me to be merciful and patient toward myself and others. Let instruction lead and guide me during this time and divine protection overtake me. In Jesus's name, AMEN!

Journal Moments: What area of your life do you need God's leading or instruction for? Communicate this with God.

Day 15

Scripture: Psalm 46:1–3 (NIV) says, God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore, we will not fear, though the earth gives way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, though its waters roar and foam and the mountains quake with their surging.

Message: Glory! Yes, God is your strength and protection in challenging and troubling times. You have no reason to fear because God is with you. Though this time of grief may cause you to panic, fear, or bring doubt as your life has shifted, be assured God is present. The Father is not only present but also ready to combat and exceed every attack of doubt, fear, and feelings of anxiousness that come against you to persuade you away from His promises for your life. When such attacks come, know that they will NOT prosper. Remember, God is your refuge and your strength, and He is a VERY present help in times of trouble.

Prayer: Father God, Your Word says that You are my refuge and strength. I pray to see Your refuge and strength in my life. Do not allow me to be shaken, confused, or distraught by my circumstances. I seek Your face earnestly and pray for Your guiding hand. Let every thought or outside situation which would cause me to doubt Your Word be destroyed. Show Yourself strong continually on my behalf as I follow You. In Jesus's name, AMEN!

Journal Moments: FREE WRITE.

Day 16

Scripture: Psalm 116:1–2 (NIV) says, I love the Lord, for he heard my voice; he heard my cry for mercy. Because he turned his ear to me, I will call on him as long as I live.

The Father: I hear you and desire to listen to you. I love when you cry out to Me and seek My face diligently. Continue to seek Me so I can show you My ways. The ways to bring you comfort, peace, joy, and strength. My ways also bring divine wisdom and direction. I can only reveal these things when you give Me permission to move on your behalf. I say, continue to cry out to Me and seek My face, so I can show Myself strong on your behalf. I am for you!

Prayer: I pray for Your presence, Father. I pray for Your continual leading during this time. I cry out for more of You to know Your ways and power. I give You permission to move on my behalf. I pray that You give me the strength to remain consistent in Your Word and will. In Jesus's name, AMEN!

Journal Moments: What do you want to cry about or communicate specifically to God at this present moment in your life? Be transparent and authentic. Remember God cares and He is always listening.

Day 17

Scripture: Psalm 119:49–50 (NIV) says, Remember your word to your servant, for you have given me hope. My comfort in my suffering is this: Your promise preserves my life.

Message: It's great to know we can put God in remembrance of His Word. Yes, we can remind God of what He said and has promised us. God's Word of promises preserves our life. Therefore, it's important to know God's Word so that we can know the promises He has made for us all. His promises are for you. The promise of peace, understanding, provision, protection, comfort, healing, and much more. Put God in remembrance of His Word and precious promises for your life. He promises will not fail you but comfort you and meet and exceed every need and desire you have and all things under your care!

Prayer: I thank You, Father, for every precious promise You have made for me. Your Word cannot return to You void. As I reflect on Your Word and promises for my life, extend Your hope and grace to me to build me up. Let me be fully established and persuaded in Your will, Word, and promises. I believe and receive this prayer. In Jesus's name, AMEN!

Journal Moments: What promises would you like to remind God of today for your life and all things under your care? Be fully persuaded and in faith that these promises belong to you.

Day 18

Scripture: John 14:16–17 (NIV) says, And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another advocate to help you and be with you forever—the Spirit of truth. The world cannot accept him because it neither sees him nor knows him. But you know him, for he lives with you and will be in you.

Message: God has provided us with His precious Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is also our Comforter. As the verse reads the Holy Spirit advocates for us and releases God's truth. When the enemy tries to attack us with his lies, doubts, accusations, regret, mistakes, or unwise decisions we have made, the Holy Spirit establishes God's Word and truth in our lives to keep us planted in Him. You may be feeling, thinking, and believing a lot of things contrary to God's Word right now, but know God's Holy Spirit is with you. God's Spirit is with you to advocate, comfort, and bring you the truth of God's Word for your life. Receive God's Spirit of truth for your life today. That which is negative, doubting, hateful, full of regret, and anxious is not of the Father. Only that which builds you up encourages and guides you into God's will is from the Father. Rid yourself of that which is not of the Father, and hold on to His Holy Spirit, the Spirit of truth.

Prayer: Thank You, Father, for Your Holy Spirit. I receive Your Holy Spirit into my life today. I receive comfort and advocacy from the Holy Spirit. Let Your Holy Spirit be my continual guide