Today's Verse: John 17:18

Monday, July 17, 2017

As you [God] sent me into the world, I have sent them into the world.
— John 17:18

Thoughts on Today's Verse...

We are not here by accident! God has a purpose and plan for us. Jesus has sent us into the world to touch it with his redemption and make a positive impact on it for him.

My Prayer...

O LORD God Almighty, please give me wisdom and courage to see your will for my life. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen.

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Illustration of John 17:18 — As you [God] sent me into the world, I have sent them into the world.

About This Devotional

Today's Verse is a free daily devotional that includes a Bible verse, thought and prayer.

The Thoughts and Prayer on Today's Verse are written by Phil Ware.

All scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the HOLY BIBLE, NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION. © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by International Bible Society. Used by permission of Zondervan Publishing House.

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