Day 20 | Put God First Challange

The Put God First Challenge

Day 20: The Power of God's Word

Prayer

Father,

Thank You for the gift of Your Word, which is alive and active, sharper than any double-edged sword (Hebrews 4:12). Your Word is my guide, my source of truth, and my foundation when everything else feels unstable. In a world filled with noise, opinions, and confusion, help me to anchor my heart in the unchanging truth of Scripture. I don’t want to rely on my own wisdom or the shifting values of culture—I want to be shaped by Your eternal Word. Let it penetrate my heart, exposing my thoughts and aligning my desires with Yours.

Your Word is a lamp to my feet and a light for my path (Psalm 119:105). Without it, I stumble and lose my way. When I am uncertain about decisions, remind me to turn to Scripture for direction. Help me to meditate on it day and night so that I may be careful to do everything written in it, for then I will be prosperous and successful in Your sight (Joshua 1:8). Give me a hunger to know You more through Your Word, not just reading it for knowledge, but for transformation.

Jesus declared that man does not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God (Matthew 4:4). Just as my body needs food, my soul needs the nourishment of Your truth. Forgive me for the times I have neglected Your Word, filling my mind with distractions instead of the wisdom that brings life. I ask that You would renew my passion for Scripture, that I would treasure it in my heart and let it shape my thoughts, words, and actions (Colossians 3:16).

Lord, Your Word is not just ink on a page—it is powerful and accomplishes what You intend (Isaiah 55:10-11). It brings hope when I am discouraged, peace when I am anxious, and conviction when I go astray. It strengthens my faith, reminding me of Your promises and faithfulness throughout history (Romans 15:4). Help me to trust in the reliability of Your Word, knowing that every word of God is flawless and a shield to those who take refuge in You (Proverbs 30:5).

You call me not only to hear Your Word but to live it out. Your Word warns that if I only listen but do not obey, I deceive myself (James 1:22-25). Let me be a doer of the Word, applying its truth in my daily life. When I face trials, let me stand on Your promises. When I struggle with doubt, let me remember that Your Word endures forever (1 Peter 1:23-25). May I teach it to the next generation, impressing it upon my heart and sharing it in my home (Deuteronomy 6:6-9).

Thank You, Lord, that Your Word never fails. It is a rock that cannot be shaken, a source of life that never runs dry. As I open my Bible each day, open my heart to receive what You want to teach me. Let Your truth take deep root in my soul, shaping me into the person You have called me to be. May my love for Your Word grow stronger every day, so that I may walk in wisdom, truth, and obedience to You.

In Jesus’ name, Amen.