Today's Verse: Habakkuk 3:19

Monday, June 8, 2026

The Sovereign Lord is my strength; he makes my feet like the feet of a deer, he enables me to go on the heights.
— Habakkuk 3:19

Thoughts on Today's Verse...

"The Lord is my strength!" Wow, what power we have in his abiding and empowering presence in the Holy Spirit.

My Prayer...

Sovereign God and Almighty Father, be not only my strength, but the strength of those battling depression, grief and despair. I ask your blessings especially and specifically for _________ at this time of difficulty and struggle. Through Jesus I ask this. Amen.

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Feet of a Deer
Illustration of Habakkuk 3:19
Inspirational illustration of Habakkuk 3:19 -- The Sovereign Lord is my strength; he makes my feet like the feet of a deer, he enables me to go on the heights.
A Party for Jesus with Sinners?
Virtual Worship by Demetrius Collins & Phil Ware
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Illustration

Illustration of Habakkuk 3:19 — The Sovereign Lord is my strength; he makes my feet like the feet of a deer, he enables me to go on the heights.

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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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