Today Is Going to Be a Good Day

90 Promises from God to Start Your Day Off Right

Dr. Michelle Bengtson

• Publisher: Revell
• Year: 2022
• Print ISBN:
  9780800740320
• eBook ISBN:
  9781493436385
• Topic: Theology & Religion
• Subtopic: Religion

Every day can be a good day when you trust the promises of God.

Job frustrations, difficult relationships, fluctuating health, emotional upheaval. When life conspires to drag us down with all of its troubles, it can be hard to keep our spirits up. Dr. Michelle Bengtson knows. Severely ill and mired in depression, she desperately needed something to cling to. That is when she decided to stand on God's promises that, despite her circumstances, every day was a good day for a good day.

In this uplifting devotional, Bengtson helps you make each day a good day no matter what is going on in your life. Each reading includes Scripture, reflection, prayer, and a recommended playlist song designed to help you live out Philippians 4:8: "Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable--if anything is excellent or praiseworthy--think about such things." Because our thoughts determine our beliefs, our beliefs determine our attitudes, and our attitudes determine our behaviors.

1
God blesses his children

Today is going to be a good day because God blesses his children. Although we often forget this, as children of God we have been given access to the storehouses of heaven. Everything that is God’s has been given to us as his children and heirs. God’s desire is to bless his children so that we always have what we need to do all he has for us to do in this lifetime. God’s economy is thriving and abundant. He’s an extravagant God who freely gives. He enjoys allowing us to participate with him in bringing others to know him and become part of his family. This is part of our eternal inheritance, the ultimate blessing.

And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work. (2 Cor. 9:8 NIV)

How have you witnessed and/or experienced the abundant nature of God?

Father, thank you that you are an extravagant God. You not only own the cattle on a thousand hills, but you own all the hills. Help us not to focus on our microscopic view of the world and to develop a greater appreciation for the lavishness of your love and the vastness of your resources. Develop in us a heart of gratitude for all the blessings you’ve given us. In Jesus’s name, amen.

Today’s recommended playlist song

“Big House,” Audio Adrenaline,

© 1993 BY FOREFRONT RECORDS

2
God is our invincible army

Today is going to be a good day because no matter what we face, God promises not only to be with us but also to be our strength, our personal bravery, and our invincible army. In whatever battle we’re currently fighting, God wants to be the source of our strength and courage. He and his army that cannot be beaten will fight for us. With him we can walk—not stand still in terror but walk—and make progress on our high places of trouble, suffering, and responsibility.

The Lord GOD is my strength [my source of courage, my invincible army];

He has made my feet [steady and sure] like hinds’ feet

And makes me walk [forward with spiritual confidence] on my high places [of challenge and responsibility]. (Hab. 3:19 AMP)

What are you facing today? You aren’t alone. Go in his strength and make it a good day!

Father, I thank you that no matter what we face today, expected or unexpected, you go with us as our army, strengthening and emboldening us and boosting our courage in you. We face nothing alone but can face every circumstance courageously knowing you fight for us and help us move forward. Help us to look to you in all things for our strength and direction. In Jesus’s name, amen.

Today’s recommended playlist song

“Habakkuk’s Song,” Broken Lantern Project,

© 2013 BY SEED PUBLISHING GROUP

3
God ’s purpose will prevail

Today is going to be a good day because we can never let God down since he was never depending on us to hold him up to begin with. We are not great enough or powerful enough to mess up his plan for our lives. Though God does give us free will, which allows us to make our plans without seeking him, ultimately God’s plans and purpose for our lives will prevail. Seek him and his kingdom first, and without fail he will show you the path to take.

Get all the advice and instruction you can,

so you will be wise the rest of your life.

You can make many plans,

but the LORD’s purpose will prevail. (Prov. 19:20–21)

What do you need to ask God’s direction for today? Resolve to be quick to obey.

Father, you are so patient with your children, even when you see the mistakes and poor choices we make. Thank you for loving us despite our faults and for willingly guiding us on the path you have determined is best for us. Help us to seek you and your wisdom quickly and to obey you and your direction for our lives. In Jesus’s name, amen.

Today’s recommended playlist song

“Thy Will,” Hillary Scott,

© 2016 BY HST ENTERTAINMENT LLC

4
God is with us in deep waters

Today is going to be a good day because God promises that when we go through hard times, he will be with us, and he will not let our circumstances overtake us. Whether our deep waters are our finances, health, relationships, jobs, plans for the future, or something entirely different, God is our rock, the one we can depend on when everything and everyone lets us down. We will go through hard times, but we don’t have to dwell there. We can take his hand and look forward to a future after we walk through life’s deep waters.

When you go through deep waters,

I will be with you.

When you go through rivers of difficulty,

you will not drown. (Isa. 43:2)

How does God’s promise in Isaiah 43:2 comfort you, knowing that whatever you’re facing, God is with you in the deep waters?

Father, thank you that each situation we encounter is temporary and that your intent is not for us to live there but instead for us to go through it, walking hand in hand with you. Thank you for promising that difficult circumstances will not consume or overtake us. Thank you that you hold our futures in your hands, and all you ask is that we do not let go. In Jesus’s name, amen.

Today’s recommended playlist song

“The River,” Jordan Feliz,

© 2016 BY CENTRICITY MUSIC

5
God is always working

Today is going to be a good day because God is not finished working in our circumstances. The Enemy of our soul wants us to focus on our faults, mistakes, and stumbles. But ultimately, what the Enemy wants to use for evil, God promises he will work for good and will bring beauty from our ashes. If we looked at the back side of a beautiful tapestry, we would see knotted, loose threads that end up as a gorgeous piece of art. We tend to focus on the ugly pieces of our life, but like the front of that tapestry, our liv...

Table of contents

• Cover
• Half Title Page
• Other books by Dr. Michelle Bengtson
• Title Page
• Copyright Page
• Dedication
• Contents
• Introduction
• DAY 1: God blesses his children
• DAY 2: God is our invincible army
• DAY 3: God’s purpose will prevail
• DAY 4: God is with us in deep waters
• DAY 5: God is always working
• DAY 6: Our future is in God’s hands
• DAY 7: Jesus invites us to follow
• DAY 8: Jesus came for us
• DAY 9: Jesus prays for us
• DAY 10: God holds us up
• DAY 11: We don’t face today alone
• DAY 12: Faith pleases God
• DAY 13: God gives us his kingdom
• DAY 14: God is for us
• DAY 15: God is patient
• DAY 16: The Spirit pleads for us
• DAY 17: God is our help
• DAY 18: God’s promises are true
• DAY 19: God is on his throne
• DAY 20: Joy despite circumstances
• DAY 21: God is our refuge
• DAY 22: Jesus overcame
• DAY 23: Everlasting love
• DAY 24: God goes before us
• DAY 25: God delights in us
• DAY 26: God’s presence with us
• DAY 27: God makes a way
• DAY 28: Trust God’s character
• DAY 29: God is our Good Shepherd
• DAY 30: God is our strength
• DAY 31: God quiets the storm
• DAY 32: Nothing but good
• DAY 33: Trust God’s truth
• DAY 34: God gives peace
• DAY 35: God’s love is unfailing
• DAY 36: No need to fear
• DAY 37: God guides and watches over us
• DAY 38: God sustains us
• DAY 39: In God we are secure
• DAY 40: God never wastes our pain
• DAY 41: We can’t escape God’s presence
• DAY 42: God defeated our Enemy
• DAY 43: God’s plans are good
• DAY 44: God’s instructions guide us
• DAY 45: Peace of mind is a gift
• DAY 46: In God there is no shame
• DAY 47: Trust brings peace
• DAY 48: God offers forgiveness
• DAY 49: God’s Word remains true
• DAY 50: God always cares
• DAY 51: We cannot lose God’s love
• DAY 52: Our hope is in God
• DAY 53: God made each of us unique
• DAY 54: Rest is a gift from God
• DAY 55: God prepares our way
• DAY 56: God stills the waves
• DAY 57: God’s steady hand
• DAY 58: We conquer with God’s help
• DAY 59: God equips us
• DAY 60: God comforts us
• DAY 61: God keeps his promises
• DAY 62: God speaks through his Word
• DAY 63: Give God our cares
• DAY 64: Victory is ours
• DAY 65: Find new strength
• DAY 66: God gives wisdom
• DAY 67: Run our race
• DAY 68: God is faithful
• DAY 69: God makes the impossible possible
• DAY 70: We are on God’s mind
• DAY 71: Nothing God can’t do
• DAY 72: God answers prayers
• DAY 73: God loves perfectly
• DAY 74: Nothing surprises God
• DAY 75: God doesn’t change
• DAY 76: God provides
• DAY 77: Jesus is our peace
• DAY 78: God fights for us
• DAY 79: God is trustworthy
• DAY 80: The battle is God’s
• DAY 81: God is close
• DAY 82: God brings joy
• DAY 83: God encourages
• DAY 84: God pursues us
• DAY 85: God meets our needs
• DAY 86: There is one true God
• DAY 87: Jesus satisfies fully
• DAY 88: Power in his name
• DAY 89: The victory is his
• DAY 90: Each day has purpose
• Tomorrow will be a good day too!
• Acknowledgments
• About the Author
• Back Ads
• Back Cover