5 for Vim and Vigor

1. I am ONE OF A KIND (Psalm 139:13-14)

2. I am SET APART for a PURPOSE (Jeremiah 1:5-10)
3. I am DIVINELY inspired (1 Corinthians 2:16)
4. I am REDEEMED securely (1 Corinthians 6:20)
5. I am LOVED with an EVERLASTING LOVE (Jeremiah 31:3)

5 for Foundations of Faith

1. I'm weak but His STRENGTH never fails me (2 Corinthians 12:9)
2. I'm BELIEVING in the life I hope for but have yet to see (Hebrews 11:1)
3. I'm REWARDED because my faith pleases Him! (Hebrews 11:6)
4. I'm MOVING FORWARD with the faith I have, because even the smallest amount of faith can move a mountain of despair! (Matthew 17:20)

5. I'm counting it ALL JOY! (James 1:2-4)

 

5 for Personal Approval

1. He KNOWS me completely (Psalm 139)

2. He CHOOSES me uniquely (John 15:16)
3. He QUALIFIES me exceptionally (Ephesians 1:9-11)
4. He JUSTIFIES me totally (Romans 8:1)
5. He LOVES ME forever and ever! (Jeremiah 31:3)

5 for a Lifeline

1. He is ACCESSIBLE 24/7 (Jeremiah 33:3)

2. He always HEARS me (Psalm 18:6)

3. He throw out a LIFELINE OF LOVE when I feel I'm drowning in circumstance (Psalm 130)

4. He responds with ANGELS (Daniel 10:12)

5. He positions me in POWERFUL PLACES TO PRAY and change the world! (Nehemiah 1:11)

5 for Holding on to Hope*

1. His COMPASSION outweighs my fear

2. It's not about my lack, but His ABUNDANCE

3. He is ready to use what I have to bring NOURISHMENT

4. His LOVE is the provision

5. There is an OVERABUNDANCE with Him

*Matthew 14:14-21

5 for Rapid Response

1. In confusing times respond, “EXPAND my perspective.” (Psalm 61:1-2)

2. When faith falters respond, “HELP my unbelief.” (Mark 9:22-23)

3. Hearing a call respond, “SPEAK, I’m listening.” (1 Samuel 3:7-9)

4. When amazed respond, “Here I am.” (Exodus 3:3-4)

5. Overhearing a need respond, “I am AVAILABLE.” (Isaiah 6:8)

5 for Pressing On!

1. Stay FOCUSED, He understands (Hebrews 12:1-3)

2. Don’t give up, He REVEALS reinforcements (1 Kings 19:4; 14-18; 2 Kings 6:17)

3. HE has enough faith, when mine falters (Mark 22-23)

4. KNOW there are great things ahead (Philippians 3:12-17)

5. All is NEVER lost! (2 Chronicles 20:12-17)

5 for the Process

1. In the despair of darkness, TREASURE is revealed (Isaiah 45:3)

2. In the pain of suffering, OBEDIENCE is developed (Hebrews 5:8)

3. In the time of testing, PATIENCE is perfecting (James 1:3-4)

4. In the fires of refinement, WARRIORS are readied (Isaiah 54:16)

5. In the process of learning, PEACE is pronounced (Matthew 11:29)

5 for Optimal Harvest

1. Participate with PRAYER (Luke 10:2)

2. PREPARATION yields a Harvest (Matthew 13:3-8)

3. ENGAGE for an expanded vision (Genesis 15:2-6)

4. PATIENCE is perfecting (James 1:2-4)

5. The OUTCOME is His responsibility (1 Corinthians 3:6-9)

5 for the In Between Times

1. REMEMBER the vision (Habakkuk 2:3)

2. His PATIENCE is not punishment (2 Peter 3:9)

3. ENDURE, the Truth is known (Hebrews 11:27)

4. Live in HOPEFUL expectation (1 Thessalonians 4:16-18)

5. HOLD ON, He IS coming soon (Revelation 22:20) 

5 for Waiting Not Wasting

1. Be MINDFUL, it’s not about you (Isaiah 50:4-5)

2. Be WATCHING, remember the promises (Habakkuk 2:1-4)

3. Be OBSERVANT, this is a unique opportunity (Habakkuk 1:5)

4. Be PATIENT, His timing has purpose (2 Peter 3:9)

5. Be STILL! He IS who He says He is (Psalm 46:10)

5 for Advancing the Kingdom

1. UNDERSTAND this unique position (Nehemiah 1:11)

2. ENGAGE others for resources (Nehemiah 2:2-8)

3. ASSESS the present situation (Nehemiah 2:12-16)

4. ENLIST and encourage people to assist in the task (Nehemiah 2:17-20)

5. Be the REPAIRER OF THE BREACH! (Isaiah 58:8-12)

5 for Carpe Diem

1. Today I may have a MOUNTAINTOP experience to prepare me for the valley (Matthew 17:1-9)

2. Today I may have a VALLEY experience to prepare me for the mountaintop (Psalm 23)

3. Today I will SHARE the hope of His vision (Proverbs 29:18)

4. Today I will HOLD ON in faith for things I can't see (Hebrews 11:1)

5. Today I will EMBRACE the Angels encamped around me (Psalm 91:11; 2 Kings 6:17)

5 for New Directions

1. EMBRACE His mercy (Lamentations 3:21-23)

2. WAIT for His timing (Isaiah 40:29-31)
3. LISTEN for the next step (Isaiah 30:21)
4. TRUST His direction (Proverbs 3:5-6)
5. REFLECT on His expansive LOVE! (Ephesians 1:18-19)

5 for the Power of Faith

1. Your faith can determine the OUTCOME (Matthew 21:21)

2. Your faith is RESTORATIVE (James 5:15)

3. Your faith INFLUENCES action (Matthew 9:2; 18; 22; 29)

4. Your faith is EXEMPLARY (Matthew 8:10)

5. Your faith COUNTS! (Genesis 15:6)

5 for His Willingness

1. OVERCOME fear, He is willing (Matthew 15:23-28)

2. LEAN IN when in doubt, He is willing (Mark 9:22-24)

3. ASK confidently, He is willing (Luke 11:9-13)

4. Approach with FAITH, He is willing (Matthew 8:2-3)

5. RECEIVE! He was, He is, He will forever be willing! (Mark 14:36; Hebrews 12:2)

5 for Rock Solid Resilience

1. Ask for greater VISION (Psalm 61:2)

2. REMEMBER how far you have come (Isaiah 51:1-3)

3. BUILD on His firm foundation (Matthew 7:24-25)

4. Take REFUGE when necessary (Psalm 18:2)

5. PRAISE anchors hope! (1 Samuel 2:1-2)

5 for Daily Duties

1. SERVE, even legitimate adversaries (John 13:11-17)

2. TEACH, expand the Harvest (Matthew 28:20)

3. ENCOURAGE, people need and notice (1 Thessalonians 5:11)

4. HEAL, words have power (Matthew 28:20)

5. He is invested in your SUCCESS (John 14:12-13)

5 for Treasure Hunting

1. The cost of following is COUNTED (Mark 10:29-30)

2. Perceived lack interrupts treasure SEEKERS (Matthew 6:31-33)

3. Find JOY in hidden discoveries (Matthew 13:44)

4. Seek WISDOM like a treasure hunter (Proverbs 2:1-6)

5. In darkness FAVOR and treasure is revealed (Isaiah 45:3)

5 for Seeking Sight

1. INTERCEDE for revelation over fear (2 Kings 6:17)

2. Be PATIENT, He shows up (Luke 2:26-30)

3. The blessing is in BELIEVING (John 20:29)

4. Mine the darkness for TREASURES (Isaiah 45:3)

5. Remember FAITH keeps seeking before seeing (Hebrews 11:1)

5 for Silence in the Presence

1. SILENCE, while questioning the next move (Psalm 46:10-11)

2. SILENCE, when assessing circumstances (Genesis 24:21-26)

3. SILENCE, a spirit of trust waits (Lamentations 3:25-26)

4. SILENCE, He IS fighting for you (Exodus 14:14)

5. SILENCE, Heaven has received your prayers (Revelation 8:1-4)

5 for Altar Building

1. In the midst of REDEMPTION, build an altar (Genesis 8:16-22)

2. As an act of OBEDIENCE, build an altar (Genesis 22:9)

3. After an answer to PRAYER, build an altar (Genesis 35:1-3)

4. When wrestling with DOUBT, build an altar (Judges 6:15-24)

5. Acknowledge through WORSHIP, build an altar (Joshua 8:30-35)

5 for the Art of Negotiation

1. Negotiation takes POSITION (2 Corinthians 5:20)

2. Negotiation takes INITIATIVE (Genesis 18:22-33)

3. Negotiation takes COURAGE (Matthew 15:23-28)

4. Negotiation takes BOLD ACTION (Isaiah 43:26)

5. Negotiation takes AUTHORITY (Hebrews 4:16)

5 for Kindness to Strangers

1. REMEMBER your own history (Exodus 23:9)

2. Greet strangers with ENTHUSIASM (Genesis 18:1-3)

3. Chance encounters can have DIVINE origins (Acts 8:26-39)

4. KINDNESS counts ! (Matthew 25:37-40)

5. An extension of HOSPITALITY may surprise you. (Hebrews 13:2)

5 for Not Knowing

1. The vision takes FAITH, but He is trustworthy (Genesis 15:5-6)

2. The PROTECTION is promised, move forward (Exodus 14:13-15)

3. The VICTORY is guaranteed, keep marching on (Joshua 6:15-20)

4. No matter what, STAND on the known (Daniel 3:16-18)

5. The future is SECURE, advance with confidence (Hebrews 11:8)

5 to Clear a Spot*

1. Suffering through PRAYER, clear a spot (1 Samuel 1:10-19)

2. Exhausted by CIRCUMSTANCE, clear a spot (Job 1:21)

3. Confused but CONFIDENT, clear a spot (Exodus 3:14-18)

4. Don’t fight the BATTLE alone, clear a spot (Exodus 17:9-15)

5. Excited by POSSIBILITIES, clear a spot (Genesis 12:7-8)

*”When life brings you to your knees, clear a spot and worship God… “ BGC 1992

5 for Inherent Inheritance

1. ASK, expand your influence (Psalm 2:8)

2. He made us CO HEIRS (Romans 8:17; Revelation 21:7; Galatians 3:9; Ephesians 3:6)

3. SECURITY is part of the promise (Isaiah 54:17)

4. He provides the protection of FUTURE ASSETS (Ephesians 1:13-14; Hebrews 11:13-16)

5. PEACE is a dividend (John 14:27)

5 for Forecasting Favor

1. BELIEVE, understanding is revealed (Daniel 10:12)

2. BELIEVE, reward is forthcoming (Hebrews 11:6)

3. BELIEVE, He keeps His promises (Philippians 1:6)

4. BELIEVE, nothing is too hard for Him (Jeremiah 32:27)

5. BELIEVE, let the past rest in Him (Isaiah 43:18-19)

5 for a Fresh Start

1. Some battles need a different STRATEGY (2 Samuel 5:23)

2. No weapon formed against me PROSPERS (Isaiah 54:17)

3. Some battles I can REST and not fight (1 Samuel 30:24)

4. Though outnumbered I go forth with PRAISE (2 Chronicles 20:21-22)

5. He leads me in VICTORY (2 Corinthians 2:14)

5 for Thirst Quenching

1. Thirst is quenched through SEEKING (Psalm 63:1-5)

2. The INVITATION is ongoing (John 4:14-15)

3. SUPPLY is not tied to location (Isaiah 44:3)

4. REFRESHMENT is like a River (Psalm 46:4-5; Revelation 21:6)

5. HE is the source! (Psalm 87:7)

5 for Prisoners of Hope

1. The prison has PURPOSE (Genesis 50:20)

2. He can be TRUSTED (Titus 1:2)

3. Hope is foundational to FAITH (Hebrews 11:1)

4. Enjoy PROTECTION and RESTORATION (Zechariah 9:12)

5. The future is INDESCRIBABLE! (1 Corinthians 2:9)