So many of us are facing challenging days. If you are like me, you may feel helpless or overwhelmed, tired or discouraged by circumstances or even people. The Lord brought this Scripture to my mind.
I was challenged to turn my eyes away from my circumstances and focus on my God instead. I began making a list of facts about the God I serve to encourage my heart. By the time I was finished, my heart was full and I knew I had to share it with you.
I serve the God Who created the heavens and the earth. (Genesis 1:1)
I serve the God Who spoke light into existence, creating day and night. (Genesis 1:3)
I serve the God Who separated the waters, forming the seas and the sky. (Genesis 1:6-8)
I serve the God Who placed the sun and moon in the heavens to govern day and night. (Genesis 1:14-16)
I serve the God Who fashioned all living creatures, from the fish in the sea to the birds in the sky, and every creeping creature on land. (Genesis 1:20-25)
I serve the God Who created man and woman in His image, breathing life into them. (Genesis 1:27)
I serve the God Who brought Noah and his family safely through the flood. (Genesis 7:23)
I serve the God Who gave Joseph wisdom to interpret dreams and saved Egypt from famine. (Genesis 41:14-36)
I serve the God Who protected Moses in the basket on the Nile and raised him up to lead His people out of slavery. (Exodus 2:1-10)
I serve the God Who turned the water of the Nile into blood as a sign to Pharaoh. (Exodus 7:20)
I serve the God Who protected the Israelites from the death of the firstborn by the blood of the Passover lamb. (Exodus 12:13)
I serve the God Who delivered the Israelites from Egyptian slavery with signs and mighty wonders. (Exodus 14:21-31)
I serve the God Who led His people through the wilderness by a pillar of cloud by day and fire by night. (Exodus 13:21)
I serve the God Who parted the Red Sea so the Hebrews could cross on dry ground and escape Pharaoh's army. (Exodus 14)
I serve the God Who gave the Ten Commandments, and a moral code to guide His people. (Exodus 20)
I serve the God Who provided manna from heaven to feed the Israelites in the wilderness. (Exodus 16:14-15)
I serve the God Who provided water from a rock to quench the thirst of the Israelites. (Exodus 17:6)
I serve the God Who caused the donkey to speak to Balaam and warn him of his folly. (Numbers 22:28-30)
I serve the God Who caused the walls of Jericho to fall down after the Israelites marched around them for seven days. (Joshua 6:20)
I serve the God Who provided a way of escape for Rahab and her family during the destruction of Jericho. (Joshua 6:22-25)
I serve the God Who caused the sun to stand still for Joshua in the battle against the Amorites. (Joshua 10:12-14)
I serve the God Who calmed the fears of Gideon and empowered him to defeat the Midianites with just 300 men. (Judges 7:7-8)
I serve the God Who empowered Samson to defeat the Philistines with the jawbone of a donkey. (Judges 15:15)
I serve the God Who delivered Samson from the Philistines and gave him strength to pull down the temple. (Judges 16:28-30)
I serve the God Who opened the womb of barren Hannah, granting her the gift of a son, Samuel. (1 Samuel 1:19-20)
I serve the God Who gave David the victory over Goliath with just a sling and a stone. (1 Samuel 17:49-50)
I serve the God Who gave Solomon wisdom and understanding beyond measure. (1 Kings 4:29-30)
I serve the God Who fed Elijah with bread and meat brought by ravens during the drought. (1 Kings 17:6)
I serve the God Who multiplied the oil of the widow of Zarephath and sustained her household during the famine. (1 Kings 17:14-16)
I serve the God Who brought down fire from heaven to consume Elijah's sacrifice. (1 Kings 18:38)
I serve the God Who empowered Elijah to outrun Ahab's chariot to Jezreel. (1 Kings 18:46)
I serve the God Who fed Elijah by sending an angel to bring him food during his time of need. (1 Kings 19:5-7)
I serve the God Who multiplied the widow's oil and flour to sustain her and her son during the famine. (2 Kings 4:5-6)
I serve the God Who empowered Elisha to raise the Shunammite woman's son from the dead. (2 Kings 4:32-35)
I serve the God Who healed Naaman of leprosy when he dipped seven times in the Jordan River. (2 Kings 5:14)
I serve the God Who miraculously healed Hezekiah from a terminal illness and extended his life. (2 Kings 20:1-11)
I serve the God Who restored Job's fortunes and blessed him with twice as much as he had before. (Job 42:10)
I serve the God Who delivered Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego from the fiery furnace. (Daniel 3:26-27)
I serve the God Who protected Daniel in the lions' den. (Daniel 6:22)
I serve the God Who provided a great fish to swallow Jonah and deliver him from drowning. (Jonah 1:17)
I serve the God Who sent an angel to announce the birth of Jesus Christ to Mary. (Luke 1:26-38)
I serve the God Who guided the wise men to follow the star to find the newborn king. (Matthew 2:1-12)
I serve the God Who turned water into wine at the wedding in Cana. (John 2:7-9)
I serve the God Who healed the woman with the issue of blood when she touched the hem of Jesus' garment. (Mark 5:29-34)
I serve the God Who calmed the stormy sea with His command. (Mark 4:39)
I serve the God Who fed 5,000 people with five loaves of bread and two fish. (Matthew 14:17-21)
I serve the God Who healed blind Bartimaeus. (Mark 10:52)
I serve the God Who raised Lazarus from the dead. (John 11:43-44)
I serve the God Who healed the paralytic and forgave his sins. (Mark 2:11-12)
I serve the God Who healed the centurion's servant from a distance with just a word. (Matthew 8:13)
I serve the God Who healed the demon-possessed boy and freed him from torment. (Mark 9:25-27)
I serve the God Who healed the man with a withered hand on the Sabbath. (Matthew 12:13)
I serve the God Who healed the ten lepers and cleansed them as they went to show themselves to the priests. (Luke 17:14)
I serve the God Who raised Jairus' daughter from the dead. (Mark 5:41-42)
I serve the God Who healed the man at the pool of Bethesda who had been infirm for thirty-eight years. (John 5:8-9)
I serve the God Who healed the woman who had a spirit of infirmity for eighteen years. (Luke 13:11-13)
I serve the God Who walked on water, displaying His mastery over creation. (John 6:16-21)
I serve the God Who healed the man who was blind from birth and gave him sight. (John 9:1-7)
I serve the God Who healed the nobleman's son from a distance. (John 4:50)
I serve the God Who willingly sacrificed Himself on the cross for the sins of humanity. (John 19:17-30)
I serve the God Who raised Jesus from the dead, conquering sin and death. (Romans 6:4)
I serve the God Who conquered death by rising from the grave on the third day. (1 Corinthians 15:3-4)
I serve the God Who ascended to heaven, promising to return one day. (Acts 1:9-11)
I serve the God Who poured out the Holy Spirit on the disciples at Pentecost, empowering them to spread the gospel. (Acts 2:1-4)
I serve the God Who delivered Paul and Silas from prison by causing an earthquake. (Acts 16:25-26)
I serve the God Who caused Peter's shadow to heal the sick as he passed by. (Acts 5:15-16)
I serve the God Who rescued Peter from prison by sending an angel to free him. (Acts 12:7-10)
I serve the God Who healed the man who was lame from birth at the Beautiful Gate of the temple. (Acts 3:6-8)
I serve the God Who raised Tabitha from the dead through Peter's prayers. (Acts 9:40)
I serve the God Who guided Philip to the Ethiopian eunuch, leading to his conversion and baptism. (Acts 8:26-39)
I serve the God Who offers forgiveness, redemption, and eternal life through faith in Jesus Christ. (Romans 3:23, Romans 6:23)
I serve the God Who makes the earth His footstool. (Isaiah 66:1)
I serve the God Who is the Alpha and the Omega, the beginning and the end. (Revelation 22:13)
I serve the God Who is the Rock, my fortress, and my deliverer. (Psalm 18:2)
I serve the God Who is the same yesterday, today, and forever. (Hebrews 13:8)
I serve the God Who is my refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. (Psalm 46:1)
I serve the God Who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think. (Ephesians 3:20)
I serve the God Who is the King of kings and Lord of lords. (Revelation 19:16)
I serve the God Who is the light of the world, guiding us out of darkness. (John 8:12)
I serve the God Who is merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness. (Exodus 34:6)
I serve the God Who is my shepherd, I shall not want. (Psalm 23:1)
I serve the God Who is the resurrection and the life, giving eternal hope. (John 11:25)
I serve the God Who is the living God, enduring forever. (Daniel 6:26)
I serve the God Who is the author and perfecter of our faith. (Hebrews 12:2)
I serve the God Who is the Prince of Peace, bringing harmony and reconciliation. (Isaiah 9:6)
I serve the God Who is holy, holy, holy, the Lord God Almighty. (Revelation 4:8)
I serve the God Who is the Great Physician, healing both body and soul. (Matthew 9:35)
I serve the God Who is the Ancient of Days, everlasting and unchanging. (Daniel 7:9)
I serve the God Who is the way, the truth, and the life, leading us to the Father. (John 14:6)
I serve the God Who is the vine, and I am the branches, bearing fruit in Him. (John 15:5)
I serve the God Who is our shield and defender, protecting us from harm. (Psalm 3:3)
I serve the God Who is the giver of every good and perfect gift. (James 1:17)
I serve the God Who is the judge of the whole earth, righteous and just. (Genesis 18:25)
I serve the God Who is the conqueror of sin and death, triumphing over the grave. (1 Corinthians 15:57)
I serve the God Who is the potter, molding and shaping us according to His will. (Isaiah 64:8)
I serve the God Who is the living water, satisfying our deepest thirst. (John 4:14)
I serve the God Who is the true vine, bearing fruit in every season. (John 15:1)
I serve the God Who is the cornerstone, the foundation of our faith. (Ephesians 2:20)
I serve the God Who is the giver of life, breathing His spirit into every living thing. (Genesis 2:7)
I serve the God Who owns the cattle on a thousand hills. (Psalm 50:10)
I serve the God Who is the source of all wisdom and understanding. (Proverbs 2:6)
I serve the God Who is the healer of the brokenhearted, binding up our wounds. (Psalm 147:3)
I serve the God Who is the God of hope, filling us with all joy and peace in believing. (Romans 15:13)
I serve the God Who is the bread of life, sustaining us with His word. (John 6:35)
I serve the God Who is the Alpha and the Omega, the beginning and the end. (Revelation 1:8)
I serve the God Who is the bright morning star, guiding us through the darkness. (Revelation 22:16)
I serve the God Who is the great I AM, existing outside of time and space. (Exodus 3:14)
I serve the God Who is the God of all comfort, comforting us in all our troubles. (2 Corinthians 1:3-4)
I serve the God Who is the rock of my salvation, my stronghold in times of trouble. (Psalm 62:2)
I serve the God Who is the Lord of hosts, commanding angelic armies on our behalf. (Psalm 46:7)
I serve the God Who is the living God, enduring forever. (Daniel 6:26)
I serve the God Who is the God of miracles, working wonders in our midst. (Psalm 77:14)
I serve the God Who is the God of peace, filling our hearts with His perfect peace. (Philippians 4:7)
I serve the God Who is the God of all grace, showering us with His unmerited favor. (1 Peter 5:10)
I serve the God Who is the God of love, pouring out His love into our hearts. (Romans 5:5)
I serve the God Who is the God of truth, guiding us into all truth by His Spirit. (John 16:13)
I serve the God Who is the God of justice, executing righteous judgment on behalf of the oppressed. (Psalm 103:6)
I serve the God Who is the God of redemption, redeeming us from the power of sin and death. (Ephesians 1:7)
I serve the God Who is the God of restoration, restoring all that the locusts have eaten. (Joel 2:25)
I serve the God Who is a Friend that sticks closer than a brother. (Proverbs 18:24)
I serve the God Who is the God of second chances, forgiving our sins and cleansing us from all unrighteousness. (1 John 1:9)
I serve the God Who is the God of the impossible, making a way where there seems to be no way. (Luke 18:27)
I serve the God Who is worthy to be praised! (Revelation 4:11)
