Bible Verses - April

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April 1

"That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved." Romans 10:9

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How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity! Psalm 133:1

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The lions may grow weak and hungry, but those who seek the Lord lack no good thing. – Psalm 34:10

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Even a fool is thought wise if he keeps silent, and discerning if he holds his tongue. Proverbs 17:28

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April 2

Luke 6:38 - Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.”

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"The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly." John 10:10

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Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect. Matthew 5:48

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One thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus. Philippians 3:13-14

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It is because of him that you are in Christ Jesus, who has become for us wisdom from God — that is, our righteousness, holiness and redemption. —1 Corinthians 1:30

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April 3

1 John 4:21 And he has given us this command: Anyone who loves God must also love their brother and sister.

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This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us. 1 John 5:14

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Do to others as you would like them to do to you. - Luke 6:31

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"A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this all men will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another." John 13:34-35

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Today’s Scripture: I Peter 2:2-3 (NLT) You must crave pure spiritual milk so that you can grow into the fullness of your salvation. Cry out for this nourishment as a baby cries for milk, now that you have had a taste of the Lord's kindness.

Today’s Prayer: Lord, I long to know You more! I ask that You help me never get complacent in my relationship with You. In Jesus’ name I pray, amen!

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Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me — put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you. —Philippians 4:9

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22 Do not say, "I'll pay you back for this wrong!" Wait for the LORD, and he will deliver you. — Proverbs 20:22

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"But he answered and said, It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God." Matthew 4:4

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My times are in your hands. - Psalm 31:15

Thought: Don't sweat the small things, and leave the big things to God !

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April 4

Hebrews 6:10 God is not unjust; he will not forget your work and the love you have shown him as you have helped his people and continue to help them.

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The Lord will rescue his servants; no one who takes refuge in him will be condemned. Psalm 34:22

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Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! —Philippians 4:4

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I am the Lord your God, who teaches you what is best for you. - Isaiah 48:17

Thought: God looks out for your best interests.

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April 5

1 Peter 3:15 (CEV) Honor Christ and let Him be the Lord of your life. Always be ready to give an answer when someone asks you about your hope.

Thought: Your own personal decision can make a difference in the lives of others.

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Joyful are people of integrity, who follow the instructions of the Lord. - Psalm 119:1

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I rise before dawn and cry for help; I have put my hope in your word. My eyes stay open through the watches of the night, that I may meditate on your promises. – Psalm 119:147-148

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"Comfort, comfort my people," says your God. Isaiah 40:1

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Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. —Philippians 4:5

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Whoever gives heed to instruction prospers, and blessed is he who trusts in the Lord. - Proverbs 16:20

Thought: You can always learn more from God.

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April 6

How has God provided for your needs? ‘Count your blessings, name them one by one, And it will surprise you what the Lord hath done’ (Johnson Oatman Jr, 1897).

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Matthew 25:21 “His master replied, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master’s happiness!’

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Psalm 141:3 (NIRV) Lord, guard my mouth. Keep watch over the door of my lips.

Thought: Our words can hurt or heal. Choose them wisely.

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God blesses those whose hearts are pure, for they will see God. - Matthew 5:8

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But the Lord said to Samuel, “Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him. The Lord does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.” – 1 Samuel 16:7

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Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. —Philippians 4:6

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Ephesians 4:2-7 Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to one hope when you were called; one Lord, one faith, one baptism; one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all.

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How great is the love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! - 1 John 3:1

Thought: The Father gave up His Son to make us His children.

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April 7

Psalm 119:11 I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you.

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"Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ:" Romans 5:1

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Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Colossians 3:12

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...present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. —Philippians 4:6-7

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April 8

1 Chronicles 16:8 Give praise to the Lord, proclaim his name; make known among the nations what he has done.

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"Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new." 2 Corinthians 5:17

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And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work. 2 Corinthians 9:8

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Psalm 108:1-5
A song. A psalm of David.
My heart, O God, is steadfast;
I will sing and make music with all my soul.
Awake, harp and lyre!
I will awaken the dawn.
I will praise you, Lord, among the nations;
I will sing of you among the peoples.
For great is your love, higher than the heavens;
your faithfulness reaches to the skies.
Be exalted, O God, above the heavens;
let your glory be over all the earth.

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April 9

1 Corinthians 13:4-8 Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails.

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"These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world." John 16:33

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April 10

"Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that heareth my word, and believeth on him that sent me, hath everlasting life, and shall not come into condemnation; but is passed from death unto life." John 5:24

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Psalm 115:12 (NIV) The Lord remembers us and will bless us...

Thought: He sees the needs of every heart.

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Then Jesus said to his disciples, "If any of you wants to be my follower, you must turn from your selfish ways, take up your cross, and follow me. - Matthew 16:24

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For what I received I passed on to you as of first importance: that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day according to the Scriptures, and that he appeared to Peter, and then to the Twelve. —1 Corinthians 15:3-5

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1 Peter 5:5-10
In the same way, you who are younger, submit yourselves to your elders. All of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because,

“God opposes the proud
but shows favor to the humble.”

Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.

Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. Resist him, standing firm in the faith, because you know that the family of believers throughout the world is undergoing the same kind of sufferings.

And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast.

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But from everlasting to everlasting the Lord's love is with those who fear him. - Psalm 103:17

Thought: God's love radiates in all directions forever from the cross.