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Children's Devotionals, Devotions

🧒 Children’s Devotional — Day 37

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The Holy Spirit Helps Me Pray!

“In the same way the Spirit also helps our weakness; for we do not know how to pray as we should, but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words.” — Romans 8:26 (NASB 1995)

Have you ever not known what to say when you pray? That’s okay!

The Bible says the Holy Spirit helps us talk to God—even when we don’t know what to say. He prays for us in a special way only God understands.

You can talk to God anytime. The Spirit will help your heart speak, even without words.

Try This:
 Close your eyes and sit quietly for a moment. Let your heart talk to God.

Prayer:
 Holy Spirit, thank You for helping me pray. Even when I don’t know the words, You know my heart. Amen.

Devotions, Teen Devotions

😎 Teen Devotional — Day 37

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Prayer Isn’t Performance—It’s Surrender

“In the same way the Spirit also helps our weakness; for we do not know how to pray as we should, but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words.” — Romans 8:26 (NASB 1995)

Sometimes prayer feels awkward. Silent. Confusing.
You don’t always know what to say—or how to say it.

That’s okay.

Romans 8:26 gives you peace: The Spirit prays when you can’t. You don’t have to impress God. You just need to come to Him. The Spirit fills the gaps.

Your weakness doesn’t disqualify your prayers—it makes them real. And the Spirit is right there, turning your sighs into intercession.

Challenge:
 Next time you feel stuck in prayer, sit with God in silence. Trust the Spirit to speak for you.Prayer:
 Holy Spirit, thank You that I don’t have to figure out the perfect prayer. Meet me in my weakness and draw me closer to the Father. Amen.

Devotions, Family Devotionals

👩‍👧 Family Devotional — Day 37

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The Spirit Helps Us Pray Together

“In the same way the Spirit also helps our weakness; for we do not know how to pray as we should, but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words.” — Romans 8:26 (NASB 1995)

As a family, there will be moments of grief, confusion, or uncertainty—times when words fail and tears come instead.

The Holy Spirit is with you in those moments. He hears the cries of your heart and speaks to the Father on your behalf.

You don’t have to pray perfectly—just sincerely.

Family Talk:

  • Can you remember a time when prayer was hard?
  • How can we lean on the Spirit more when we don’t have words?

Prayer:
 Holy Spirit, thank You for helping us pray. Teach our family to come to You in every moment—especially when we don’t know what to say. Amen.

Devotions, Women's Devotionals

👩‍🦰 Women’s Devotional — Day 36

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Fruit That Lasts

“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.” — Galatians 5:22–23 (NASB 1995)

You don’t have to strive to produce fruit in your own strength. The Holy Spirit does that work in you.

The fruit of the Spirit is not just a checklist for “good Christian behavior.” It is the evidence of abiding.
When we stay rooted in Christ and walk by the Spirit, He transforms us—producing a life of love, joy, peace, and more.

This fruit doesn’t wilt under pressure. It isn’t seasonal. It grows even in trials.

Reflection:
 Which fruit is the Spirit cultivating in you right now? Which one do you need to yield to Him more?

Prayer:
 Holy Spirit, grow Your fruit in me. Help me abide in You so my life reflects the heart of Christ. Amen.

Children's Devotionals, Devotions

🧒 Children’s Devotional — Day 36

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God Grows Good Fruit in You!

“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.” — Galatians 5:22–23 (NASB 1995)

Have you ever seen a tree grow apples or oranges? It takes time and care!

God’s Spirit helps your heart grow fruit too—not fruit you eat, but things like kindness, patience, joy, and love.

You don’t have to try really hard—just stay close to Jesus, and the Holy Spirit will help you grow!

Try This:
 Draw a fruit tree and label it with the fruit of the Spirit you want to grow!

Prayer:
 Holy Spirit, please help me grow good things in my heart so I can love others like Jesus. Amen.

Devotions, Teen Devotions

😎 Teen Devotional — Day 36

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What You Grow Depends on Where You’re Rooted

“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.” — Galatians 5:22–23 (NASB 1995)

This world rewards hype, hustle, and appearances. But the Holy Spirit grows something deeper in you—lasting fruit that isn’t fake or performative.

You can’t fake peace in the middle of chaos or joy during hardship unless it’s real—and that comes from the Spirit.

Fruit is the overflow of who you’re walking with. What’s growing in your life right now?

Challenge:
 Pick one fruit and ask the Spirit to grow it in you this week—then look for ways He answers.Prayer:
 Holy Spirit, help me grow into the person You want me to be. Make my life full of real fruit that points to Jesus. Amen.

Devotions, Family Devotionals

👩‍👧 Family Devotional — Day 36

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Fruit That Blesses the Whole Family

“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.” — Galatians 5:22–23 (NASB 1995)

Fruit doesn’t grow overnight—and neither does spiritual maturity. But when we walk with the Holy Spirit, His fruit starts to show—in how we talk, how we forgive, how we serve.

Families can become orchards of blessing when each person lets the Spirit work in their heart.

Family Talk:

  • Which fruit of the Spirit is easy for you to show?
  • Which one is hardest?
  • How can we help each other grow?

Prayer:
 Holy Spirit, grow Your fruit in our family. Help us encourage each other and reflect Your love in everything we do. Amen.

Devotions, Women's Devotionals

👩‍🦰 Women’s Devotional — Day 35

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Step by Step in the Spirit

“But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not carry out the desire of the flesh.” — Galatians 5:16 (NASB 1995)

Walking by the Spirit is not a one-time event—it’s a daily surrender. One step at a time, one choice at a time, the Spirit leads us away from the desires of the flesh and into the freedom of obedience.

We don’t overcome sin by sheer willpower. We overcome by walking with the Spirit—trusting His voice, leaning on His strength, and submitting our will to His.

The women of the early Church weren’t perfect, but they lived intentionally, resisting cultural compromise because they walked in the Spirit.

Reflection:
 Am I walking with the Spirit today—or trying to do things on my own?

Prayer:
 Holy Spirit, guide my steps today. Help me walk close beside You and say no to the things that pull me away from Christ. Amen.

Children's Devotionals, Devotions

🧒 Children’s Devotional — Day 35

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Walk with God Every Day

“But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not carry out the desire of the flesh.” — Galatians 5:16 (NASB 1995)

Do you know what it means to walk with someone? It means staying close, listening, and going the same direction.

The Bible says we should walk with the Holy Spirit every day! When we do, we say “yes” to good things and “no” to bad things.

Try This:
 Go on a walk with someone and talk about what it means to walk with Jesus.Prayer:
 Holy Spirit, help me walk with You. I want to stay close and follow Your way. Amen.

Devotions, Teen Devotions

😎 Teen Devotional — Day 35

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Don’t Just Try Harder—Walk Closer

“But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not carry out the desire of the flesh.” — Galatians 5:16 (NASB 1995)

Struggling with temptation? Feel like you’re always messing up?
Galatians 5:16 isn’t about trying harder. It’s about walking closer. When you walk by the Spirit, He changes your desires—your mind, your will, your direction.

It’s not about performance. It’s about relationship.
The closer you walk with the Spirit, the less you want what your flesh craves.

Challenge:
 Before reacting today, pause and ask: “Holy Spirit, what’s the next right step?”Prayer:
 Holy Spirit, keep me close. Change what I want so I can follow You with a whole heart. Amen.