“Casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you.” — 1 Peter 5:7 You don’t have to carry the weight of worry anymore. As a child of God, your Father speaks clearly to your heart: “Do not worry.” Worry isn’t just a habit—it’s a signal that you’re trying to handle life on your own instead of trusting Him. At the root of worry is something surprising—pride. Each time you try to control the outcome, fix every problem, or bear every burden alone, it’s like telling God, “I’ve got this.” But your Father lovingly invites you to do the opposite—to humble yourself, to release control, and to place every care into His strong and capable hands. The full promise of 1 Peter 5:6–7 reminds you that when you humble yourself under God’s mighty hand and cast your cares on Him, He will lift you up in the right time. God resists pride—but He pours out grace on the humble. And grace is exactly what you need when life feels heavy. Your Father never intended for you to live weighed down by anxiety. His tender invitation is simple and powerful: “Let Me handle it.” And when you do, peace replaces pressure, and trust replaces fear. Question to Ponder: What burden have you been trying to carry on your own that God is asking you to place fully into His hands today?

You were created to live in truth—because truth is what makes you free. When you don’t know who you truly are as a child of God, it becomes easy for the enemy to whisper lies that steal your confidence, your peace, and your hope. That’s exactly how identity theft works in the spiritual realm. If you’re unsure of your identity, the enemy can easily slip in with counterfeit versions of who you are and what you’re worth. But when you stay grounded in God’s truth, those lies become obvious—just like a fake bill in the hands of a trained teller. The more familiar you are with God’s Word, the quicker you’ll recognize what doesn’t belong. If most of your intake is coming from the world instead of from Scripture, you’re setting yourself up for confusion and discouragement. But when you renew your mind daily with the truth of who God says you are, you grow strong, discerning, and unshakeable. Here’s what God says is true about you: You were planned before the world was created. You are a child of the King. You are adopted, accepted, and righteous through Christ. You are an heir with access to every spiritual blessing. You lack no good thing. You have abundance for every good work. You were predestined for success in God’s Kingdom. This is who you really are. So stand tall. Be bold. And live like the King’s child you are—because that’s exactly what you are in Christ. Question to Ponder: What lie have you believed about yourself that God’s truth is ready to replace today? To order More Than A Ticket to Heaven click here

You were never designed to live in fear. Just like a little child who leaps into their father’s arms without hesitation, you can trust your Heavenly Father to catch you every single time. Children don’t worry about provision or protection—they simply rest in their father’s love. That’s the kind of confidence God wants you to walk in. I know the world gives us plenty of reasons to feel afraid—violence, corruption, storms, uncertainty. But God still says, “Fear not.” Why? Because fear empowers the enemy, but love empowers you. Perfect love—His love—casts out every trace of fear. You are alive in this exact moment of history for a reason. God placed gifts and assignments inside you that the world needs right now. And yes, stepping into those assignments may feel intimidating. But the Father is whispering, “Jump. Trust Me. I won’t let you fall.” You are no longer a slave to fear. You are a child of God, equipped, chosen, and covered by perfect love. So when fear rises, stop and grab hold of a promise. Let His love wash over you. Daddy’s got you—and together, you can do the impossible. Question to Ponder: Where in your life is fear holding you back from stepping into something God has asked you to do—and what promise from His Word can you speak over that fear today?

When you look at the story of Job, it’s important to remember that Job didn’t have what you have today. He wasn’t born again. He didn’t have the covenant promises, the authority in Christ, or the spiritual weapons that belong to every child of God. You, on the other hand, have already been given everything you need for a powerful, godly, victorious life because you belong to Jesus. God has already supplied you with protection, provision, healing, restoration, and authority over the enemy. So instead of letting the enemy push you around—as Job did at first—you get to stand firm, resist him, and watch him run. And just like Job eventually discovered, God is good all the time. He restores, He multiplies, and He loves you extravagantly. You don’t have to settle for less than what Jesus paid for. You can step boldly into your full salvation benefits package—your promises, your authority, and your identity as a born-again child of God. Question to Ponder Where in your life have you been accepting less than what God has promised you—and what step can you take today to start claiming the fullness of your covenant benefits? Purchase the book: More Than a Ticket to Heaven

As you go through your day, I want you to remember something powerful: you are privileged to know the truth about who God really is. Job didn’t have that advantage. Yes, he worshipped God, but he didn’t understand God’s character. Because he didn’t know that Adam and Eve had handed over their earthly authority to the enemy, Job blamed God for the devil’s attacks. In fact, he wrongly accused God seventy-four different times! And honestly? The enemy still uses the same tactic today. He whispers lies hoping you’ll think God is the One hurting you or withholding from you. That’s why it’s so important to keep reminding yourself of what the Word really says. Unlike Job, you have the full, completed Word of God. You can see God’s goodness, His justice, His protection, and His faithfulness with absolute clarity. God hears you. He is for you. He calls you His friend. And because of Jesus, you have the authority to stand your ground when the enemy tries to steal from you. So today, walk in the confidence of a beloved, favored child of God. God is good. The devil is bad. And truth always exposes the lie. Question to Ponder: Where have I unknowingly believed something about God that doesn’t line up with His true character—and what truth from His Word do I need to replace it with today?