- Daily Meditations in the month of February
February 1
see... Jeremiah 1:9
'Then the Lord reached out his hand and touched my mouth and said to me, 'I have put my words in your mouth.'
Meditation:God equips us to speak His truth. Reflect on how He is placing His words in your heart and how you can use them to encourage and uplift others.
Prayer:Lord, thank You for placing Your words in my mouth. Help me to speak with wisdom and love, bringing encouragement to those around me. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 2
see... Luke 2:30-32
'For my eyes have seen your salvation, which you have prepared in the sight of all nations: a light for revelation to the Gentiles, and the glory of your people Israel.'
Meditation:Simeon recognized Jesus as the promised light and salvation. Reflect on how Jesus brings light and revelation to your life and how you can share that light with others.
Prayer:Lord Jesus, You are the light of the world. Thank You for revealing Your salvation to all. Help me to walk in Your light and share it with those around me. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 3
see... Psalm 138:3
'When I called, you answered me; you greatly emboldened me.'
Meditation:God hears and answers your prayers. Reflect on times when He has responded to your calls for help and how His answers have strengthened you.
Prayer:Lord, thank You for hearing my prayers and answering me. Continue to embolden me with Your strength and presence. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 4
see... 1 Corinthians 15:10
'But by the grace of God I am what I am, and his grace to me was not without effect.'
Meditation:God’s grace shapes who we are and empowers us to live for Him. Reflect today on how His grace has transformed your life.
Prayer:Lord, I am who I am because of Your grace. Thank You for transforming me and empowering me to live in Your truth. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 5
see... Luke 5:10
'Then Jesus said to Simon, 'Don’t be afraid; from now on you will fish for people.''
Meditation:Jesus called His disciples to be fishers of people, sharing His message with the world. Reflect on how you can take part in His mission and reach out to others with His love.
Prayer:Lord, thank You for calling me to be a part of Your mission. Help me to share Your love and message with those around me. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 6
see... Isaiah 6:8
'Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, 'Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?' And I said, 'Here am I. Send me!'
Meditation:Isaiah responded willingly to God’s call. Reflect on how you can answer God’s call in your own life and be ready to go wherever He leads.
Prayer:Lord, here I am. Send me wherever You need me to go. Give me the courage to respond to Your call with a willing heart. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 7
see... Psalm 138:7
'Though I walk in the midst of trouble, you preserve my life. You stretch out your hand against the anger of my foes; with your right hand you save me.'
Meditation:God’s protection is constant, even in the face of trouble. Reflect on His saving hand in your life and take comfort in His unending care.
Prayer:Lord, thank You for preserving my life and protecting me from harm. I trust in Your saving power and find peace in Your presence. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 8
see... 1 Corinthians 15:58
'Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always giveyourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.'
Meditation:Serving the Lord is never in vain. Reflect on how you can stand firm in your faith and give yourself fully to the work He has set before you.
Prayer:Lord, help me to stand firm in my faith and serve You wholeheartedly. Remind me that my labor in You is always fruitful. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 9
see... Isaiah 6:1
'In the year that King Uzziah died, I saw the Lord sitting on a throne, high and lofty; and the hem of his robe filled the temple.'
Meditation:: In the presence of God’s holiness, Isaiah recognized his unworthiness and was transformed by grace. When we feel inadequate, remember that God’s call is accompanied by cleansing & empowerment.
Prayer:Holy God, reveal Your glory to us, cleanse us, and use us for Your purpose. Here I am, Lord; send me. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 10
see... Psalm 138:3
'On the day I called, You answered me, You increased my strength of soul.'
Meditation:Trust that God hears you in moments of vulnerability and provides inner strength for the journey ahead.
Prayer:God, thank You for hearing my prayers and strengthening me in ways beyond my understanding. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 11
see... 1 Corinthians 15:10
'But by the grace of God I am what I am, and His grace toward me has not been in vain.'
Meditation:Paul acknowledges that his identity and work are shaped by God’s grace. Reflect on how God’s grace has shaped you and continues to sustain you.
Prayer:Gracious God, thank You for Your transforming grace. Help me live faithfully in response to Your love. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 12
see...Luke 5:10-11
'Then Jesus said to Simon, 'Do not be afraid; from now on you will be catching people.' When they had brought their boats to shore, they left everything and followed Him.'
Meditation:Jesus invited Simon to cast his net into deeper waters, and the catch was abundant. Trust in God’s guidance, even when it defies logic, and witness His provision.
Prayer:: Lord, help me trust Your direction and follow You into the deeper waters of faith. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 13
see... Isaiah 6:9-10
'And He said, 'Go and say to this people: Keep listening, but do not comprehend;keep looking, but do not understand.'
Meditation:: Isaiah’s task was challenging, but he obeyed. God’s call often involves perseverance in difficult circumstances. Where is God asking you to persist?
Prayer:God, give me the courage to say yes to Your call, even when the road is hard. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 14
see... Psalm 138:7
'Though I walk in the midst of trouble, You preserve me against the wrath of my enemies; You stretch out Your hand, and Your right hand delivers me.'
Meditation: God walks with us through every trial, offering protection and hope.
Prayer:Thank You, Lord, for being my refuge and strength, especially in troubled times. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 15
see... 1 Corinthians 15:11
'Whether then it was I or they, so we proclaim & so you have come to believe.'
Meditation:Faith grows as we share the Good News. Who can you encourage with the message of Christ today?
Prayer:Lord, use my words and actions to point others toward You. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 16
see... Jeremiah 17:7-8
'Blessed are those who trust in the Lord, whose trust is the Lord. They shall be like a tree planted by water, sending out its roots by the stream.'
Meditation: Those who trust in the Lord are like a tree planted by water. How can you deepen your roots in God’s Word this week?
Prayer: God, help me trust You fully and find nourishment in Your presence. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 17
see... Psalm 1:3
– 'They are like trees planted by streams of water, which yield their fruit in its season and their leaves do not wither.'
Meditation:Meditate on being a tree that yields fruit in its season. Stay grounded in God’s Word, and your life will bear lasting fruit.
Prayer:Lord, keep me rooted in You so I can flourish and bless others. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 18
see... 1 Corinthians 15:21-22
'For since death came through a human being, the resurrection of the dead has also come through a human being; for as all die in Adam, so all will be made alive in Christ.'
Meditation:Reflect on the promise of resurrection and new life through Christ.
Prayer:Thank You, Jesus, for the gift of eternal life. Help me live in the hope of Your resurrection. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 19
see... Luke 6:20-23
'Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God. Blessed are you who are hungry now, for you will be filled.'
Meditation:Jesus blesses the poor, the hungry, and those who weep. God’s kingdom belongs to those who depend on Him completely.
Prayer: Lord, teach me to rely on You fully and trust in the blessings of Your kingdom. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 20
see... Jeremiah 17:5-6
– 'Thus says the Lord: Cursed are those who trust in mere mortals and make mere flesh their strength, whose hearts turn away from the Lord.'
Meditation: Reflect on where you place your trust—on human strength or God’s enduring faithfulness. Trusting in God ensures a life rooted in hope and grace.
Prayer:God, redirect my trust from fleeting things to Your unchanging love. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 21
see... Psalm 1:2
'Their delight is in the law of the Lord, and on His law they meditate day and night.'
Meditation:True joy and wisdom come from meditating on God’s Word. Take time today to reflect on a passage and let it shape your heart.
Prayer: Lord, help me find joy in Your Word and wisdom as I meditate on it. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 22
see... Luke 6:24-26
'But woe to you who are rich, for you have received your consolation. Woe to you who are full now, for you will be hungry.'
Meditation:Jesus warns of misplaced priorities. Reflect on whether your life aligns with God’s values of humility, justice, and love, rather than worldly measures of success
Prayer:Help me, Lord, to reorder my priorities to reflect Your heart and mission. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 23
see... Genesis 45:4-5
'Then Joseph said to his brothers, 'Come closer to me.' And they came closer. He said, 'I am your brother, Joseph, whom you sold into Egypt. And now do not be distressed or angry with yourselves because you sold me here; for God sent me before you to preserve life.'
Meditation:Joseph forgave his brothers, seeing God’s hand in his suffering. Where can forgiveness bring freedom and healing to your life?
Prayer: God, help me see Your greater purpose and forgive as I’ve been forgiven. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 24
see... : Psalm 37:7
'Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for Him; do not fret over those who prosper in their way, over those who carry out evil devices.'
Meditation: Patience requires trust in God’s timing and purpose. Practice stillness today, trusting that God is at work, even when you cannot see it.
Prayer:Lord, teach me to be patient and to trust in Your perfect plans. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 25
see... 1 Corinthians 15:49
'Just as we have borne the image of the man of dust, we will also bear the image of the man of heaven.'
Meditation: God is transforming us to reflect the image of Christ. Embrace the hope of resurrection and the promise of new life in Him.
Prayer:God, shape me into the image of Christ, that I may reflect His glory. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 26
see... Luke 6:27-31
'But I say to you that listen, Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who abuse you.'
Meditation: Jesus challenges us to live out radical love and grace. Consider how loving your enemies can transform relationships and bring peace.
Prayer: Lord, teach me to love others as You have loved me, even when it’s difficult. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 27
see... Genesis 45:15
'And he kissed all his brothers and wept upon them; and after that his brothers talked with him.'
Meditation: Reconciliation is a gift of grace. Joseph’s forgiveness opened the way to healing and restoration. Where is God inviting you to extend or receive grace?
Prayer:God, let Your grace flow through me, bringing peace and restoration. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 28
see... Psalm 37:5
'Commit your way to the Lord; trust in Him, and He will act.'
Meditation: Trusting God requires active commitment. Reflect on one step of faith you can take today to align your life with His will.
Prayer:Lord, I commit my life to You. Guide my steps and show me the way. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
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