5 for Lack

1. He KNOWS my insecurities (Jeremiah 1:7-10)
2. He KNOWS the state of my health (John 11:11-14; 43)
3. He KNOWS of my effort (John 21:5-6)
4. He KNOWS the shortfall of my capacity to provide (Mark 6:37-43)
5. He IS the Author and PERFECTER of my FAITH (Hebrews 12:2-3; Psalm 139:13-18)

5 for Encouragement

1. Be encouraged, He will honor your commitment to serve (Hebrews 6:10-11)
2. Be encouraged, His knowledge of the situation is more than adequate (Isaiah 55:8-9)
3. Be encouraged, the One with you is greater than all against you (2 Chronicles 32:7-8)
4. Be encouraged, your story is not over yet (Revelation 21:4-5)
5. Be encouraged, NOTHING is too hard for Him! (Genesis 18:12-14; Jeremiah 32:27)

5 for a Lifeline

1. Today, extend HOPE to one in despair (Galatians 6:9-10)
2. Today, be a source of COMFORT to the hurting (2 Corinthians 1:3-4)
3. Today, impart WISDOM to a friend (Isaiah 50:4-5)
4. Today, CARRY the load for another (Galatians 6:1-2)
5. Today, PRAY! You might be the one voice in that circumstance (James 5:15-17)

5 for Construction

1. His GRACE provides wisdom for the task (1 Corinthians 3:10)
2. PRESS ON, completion and protection are assured (Nehemiah 2:20)
3. Keep at His WORK, even under pressure (Nehemiah 4:18-20)
4. He directs projects for PURPOSE (Isaiah 58:11-12)
5. He holds it ALL together (Colossians 1:16-17)

5 for Hard Times

1. I have CONFIDENCE in Him no matter the circumstance (Phil 1:18-21)
2. I have PROVISION because He is the supplier (Phil 4:18-19)
3. I have JOY because He has trusted me to have this present experience (James 1:2-4)
4. I have STABILITY even in the storm (Eph 4:14-16)
5. I have a BLESSED ASSURANCE (1 John 5:14-15)

5 for Fearlessness

1. He is on your side (2 Chronicles 16:9)
2. His PRESENCE is promised (Joshua 1:9)
3. He PREPARES the path in conflict (Deuteronomy 31:6-8)
4. He's got your back (Isaiah 52:12)
5. REWARD awaits! (2 Chronicles 15:7)

5 for Conflict

1. He is my VERY PRESENT HELP in times of trouble (Psalm 46:1)
2. I am GUARDED by the King (2 Thessalonians 3:3)
3. The Lord FIGHTS MY BATTLES (2 Chronicles 20:15)
4. I KEEP my life like the SPOILS OF WAR (Jeremiah 39:18)
5. I am TRIUMPHANT (2 Corinthians 2:14)

5 for Delay

1. Suffering sets the stage for GLORY (John 9:1-3)
2. Heartache prepares for GLORY (John 11:4, 15, 21, 32-43)
3. Lack reveals His provision with GLORY (Mark 6:37-43)
4. Removal clarifies the revelation of His GLORY (Isaiah 6:1-8)
5. Storms precede the PEACE of His glory (Mark 4:37-39)

5 for Courage

1. I am ACCEPTED in Christ (Romans 15:7)
2. I have FULL ACCESS to The Lord (Hebrews 4:16)
3. I am RIGHTEOUS (2 Corinthians 5:21)
4. I will NEVER be condemned (Isaiah 43:25)
5. I am FREE in Christ (John 8:36)

5 for Battle

1. He identifies me as a WARRIOR (Judges 6:12)
2. His plan may sound UNCONVENTIONAL (Joshua 6:2-5)
3. He PROVIDES unseen reinforcements (2 Kings 6:15-17)
4. He brings recognition to the OBEDIENT (Judges 4:8-9)
5. He calls us to ADVANCE! (Exodus 14:13-15)

5 for Exploits

1. His children TRUST He has a purpose and plan for everything (Jeremiah 29:11-13)
2. His witnesses have INSIGHT and give understanding to many (Daniel 11:33)
3. His elect LOVE those who persecute them and thereby bring glory to His Son (Matthew 5:44-48)
4. His people display STRENGTH and take action (Daniel 11:32)
5. His chosen STAND CONFIDENT knowing the battle is the Lord's (2 Chronicles 20:15-18)

5 for Elation

1. He is NOT ANGRY at me for ANYTHING (past, present, or future) (Isaiah 54:9)
2. He DOES NOT CONDEMN me for ANYTHING (past, present or future) (John 8:11)
3. I will forget the SHAME (past, present, future) (Isaiah 54:4)
4. I am HIS child (Galatians 3:7)
5. I am LOVED by Him FOREVER (Isaiah 54:9)

5 for the Next Step

1. He plans with purpose, BELIEVE His sovereignty (Jeremiah 29:11-14)
2. He cares about the details, LET GO of control (1 Peter 5:7)
3. He orchestrated the journey, FOLLOW (Hebrews 11:8-10)
4. He knows the whole story, TRUST His Authorship (Hebrews 12:1-2)
5. He rewards in loving kindness, have FAITH, it's on the way! (Hebrews 6:10-15)

5 for Invulnerability

1. He is my PORTION (Psalm 73:25-28)
2. He is my SHIELD (Psalm 28:6-7)
3. He is my STRENGTH (Psalm 84:5-7)
4. He is my DELIVERER (Psalm 18:2-3)
5. He is my SAVIOR (Psalm 20:6-7)

5 for Nourishment

1. Internalize the POWER of His Word for discerning circumstances (Revelation 10:9-11)
2. Drink in the KNOWLEDGE of His Word for quenching doubt (Isaiah 55:1-2)
3. Ingest the WISDOM of His Word for satisfaction (John 6:34-35)
4. Drink in the HOPE of His Word for vanquishing future fear (John 4:14)
5. Feed on the REMEMBRANCE of His Word for sacrificial living (Luke 22:16-20)

5 for Involvement

1. He allows trials for the STRENGTHENING of others (Luke 22:31-32)
2. He COMFORTS, for the consolation of others (2 Corinthians 1:3-6)
3. He encourages INTERCESSION for the hope of others (Job 42:8-19)
4. He ENGAGES us for the provision of others (John 6:5-12)
5. He LOVES us, to illustrate His love - even to the unlovable (Matthew 5:44-48)

5 for the Inexplicable

1. NOTHING happens without passing by His Throne (Job 2:3-6)
2. He has TRUSTED me with this trial (Job 1:8-12)
3. My FAITH will not fail, for Christ Himself is praying (Luke 22:32)
4. He works ALL things together for good (Romans 8:28)
5. He KNOWS He KNOWS He KNOWS! (Isaiah 46:8-11)

5 for Fait Accompli*

1. Because He paid for my access, I will go boldly in PRAYER (Hebrews 4:14-16)
2. Because He lives to pray for me, I will not doubt the future (Hebrews 7:25)
3. Because He LOVES me, I will love more - even my enemies (Matthew 5:43-48)
4. Because He is WITH me, I will not fear (Hebrews 13:5-6)
5. Because He is unchanged, today I will EMBRACE HOPE (Hebrews 13:8)

*an IRREVERSIBLE FACT!

5 for Sorrow

1. He COMFORTS us so we can comfort others (2 Corinthians 1:3-5)
2. He is NEAR to the broken-hearted (Psalm 34:18)
3. He provides PEACE in the chaos (John 14:27)
4. He makes a PATH through pain (Proverbs 3:5-6)
5. He will WIPE AWAY EVERY TEAR (Revelation 21:3-4)

5 for Solitude

1. In stillness comes CONFIRMATION (Psalm 46:10)
2. LISTEN for His whisper (1 Kings 19:12)
3. RESTORATION comes in following (Psalm 23:2-3)
4. Set aside time for SOLITUDE (Mark 6:31)
5. Proximity provides PEACE (Matthew 11:28)

5 for His Name's Sake

1. He REMEMBERS for His Name's sake (Isaiah 48:14-16)
2. He REVIVES for His Name's sake (Psalm 138:7-8)
3. He REFINES me, for His Name's sake (Isaiah 48:9-11)
4. He RESPONDS for His Name's sake (Ezra 9:7-9)
5. He RESTORES for His Name's sake (Isaiah 58:10-12)