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1. This is the day which the Lord hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it. Psalm 118:24 2. Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. Proverbs 3:5 3. The Lord will give strength unto his people; the Lord will bless his people with peace. Psalm 29:11 4. God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Psalm 46:1 5. I can do all things through Christwhich strengthens me. Philippians 4:13 6. But I say unto you which hear, love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28 7. I have loved you with an everlasting love; therefore, I have continued my faithfulness to you. Jeremiah 31:3 8. 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 9. Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Ephesians 4:2 10. Be careful for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7

Starting in Ephesians 6:10, Paul describes the battle believers fight on a daily basis.  This battle is not against flesh and blood but against spiritual forces of evil and powers of the dark world. He defines the spiritual armor of God that we’re to equip ourselves with as we do battle with the enemy. Among them is the sword of the Spirit. And the sword of the Spirit is the Word of God. When we have God’s Word readily available in our lives, ready to be proclaimed, we have what’s needed to resist the enemy and stand firm against his attacks.

When we focus on His Word and not this world, we’re reminded of His presence, His power, and His plan for our lives. His word reminds us of what is truly important, of His love for us, and that He’s with us in every step, every breath, even on the hard days. Incorporating His Word into our everyday life occurrences serves as a comforting reminder of all He is and all He wants for those who love Him.

Romans 12:2 tells us to not be conformed to this world but to be transformed by the renewing of your mind. When we read and meditate on His Word it renews our minds, allowing us to put God and the things of God above and ahead of all other things. We believers are growing spiritually and are to be focusing on Godly values and beliefs, on what would be pleasing to Him. Having His Word displayed in front of our eyes renews our mind and our perspective. 

Revelation 5:1212 In a loud voice they were saying: “Worthy is the Lamb, who was slain, to receive power and wealth and wisdom and strength and honor and glory and praise!”

Hebrews 13:5-65 Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said, “Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.” 6 So we say with confidence, “The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?”