Here you have your daily Biblical affirmations and the links to the Scriptures and other resources to complete the online Bible Study.
Be sure to hop on over to “Women Growing In Joy” to take part in the interactive portion of the study which includes discussion, asking your questions, and getting to know other like-minded women! The study will start on 10/10/2022.
Overview
There are two parts to this overview.
- Read “Biblical Affirmations – Telling Yourself The Truth“. It should take you 5 minutes or less. This will help you understand affirmations and why they are so important.
- Watch this video. It shows you how to get the most out of this study. It is only 6 minutes long.
Week 1
“She is taking every thought captive in obedience to Christ. ” 2 Corinthians 10:5
Day 1
(note: all Scripture links in this Bible study are to the Bible Gateway website. It is set for the ESV translation (English Standard Version), but you can select other translations as well to compare what they say.
- Affirmation: I am at peace with my past. I am a new creation in Jesus
- Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14 and 2 Corinthians 5:17
- Further reading: Is forgetting the past a good thing or not?
Day 2
- Affirmation: I am a radiant woman of God. I embrace the way God made me.
- Scripture: Psalm 139:13-16 and Ephesians 2:10
- Further reading: A fearfully and wonderfully made woman
Day 3
- Affirmation: I have what it takes to do God’s will because God is my source.
- Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:4-7, Philippians 4:13, and Psalm 121:1-2
- Further reading: Her secret? Pray about everything
Day 4
- Affirmation: I am worthy of love because Jesus died for me
- Scripture: John 3:16 and John 15:13
- Further reading: 5 verses to remind us of God’s unfailing love
Day 5
- Affirmation: I take responsibility for my happiness. No one else can do it for me.
- Scripture: Psalm 16:11 and Nehemiah 8:10
- Further reading: Life is a journey – 7 ways to enjoy the ride
Wrap up of week 1
- Which Biblical affirmation could you relate to the most? Why?
- What was the lie that you were believing that this Biblical affirmation can replace?
- How can you use this Biblical affirmation to increase the joy in your life?
- Make a Scripture card to carry with you.
- Read this Biblical affirmation every morning as you start your day.
- Read this Biblical affirmation every night before you go to sleep.
- Something else: __________________________________________________
Week 2
“She is changing her life by changing her thoughts” Romans 12:2
Day 6
- Affirmation: I lovingly detach from everything that does not help me glorify God.
- Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:13 and 10:31
- Further reading: Who your friends are and why it matters
Day 7
- Affirmation: I trust God to direct my steps. I am exactly where I need to be.
- Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6 and Proverbs 16:9a
- Further reading: Finding peace when God’s ways don’t make sense
Day 8
- Affirmation: I embrace my weaknesses so that God’s strength can be seen in me.
- Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:8-11
- Further reading: Your inadequacies are God’s insurance
Day 9
- Affirmation: God has good plans for my life. I trust in His promises and timing
- Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11 and 1 Corinthians 2:9
- Further reading: Finding joy when plans change
Day 10
- Affirmation: I take action with courage today. Fear has no power over me.
- Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7 and Isaiah 41:10
- Further reading: Overcoming fear in a world of uncertainty
Wrap up of week 2
- Which Biblical affirmation could you relate to the most? Why?
- What was the lie that you were believing that this Biblical affirmation can replace?
- How can you use this Biblical affirmation to increase the joy in your life?
- Make a Scripture card to carry with you.
- Read this Biblical affirmation every morning as you start your day.
- Read this Biblical affirmation every night before you go to sleep.
- Something else: __________________________________________________
Week 3
“She is setting her mind on things above, not on things that are on earth.” Colossians 3:2
Day 11
- Affirmation: I can do hard things today because God is my refuge and strength
- Scripture: Psalm 46:1 and Isaiah 40:31
- Further reading: 3 lessons on courage from the life of Joshua (You will see several “mom” ads in this, just ignore them unless you have children at home.)
Day 12
- Affirmation: I am a channel of God’s love and mercy for everyone around me.
- Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:4 and Matthew 22:39
- Further reading: Do you have a servant’s heart?
Day 13
- Affirmation: I keep my eye on the prize and work toward my goals even when it is hard
- Scripture: Philippians 3:14 and Proverbs 16:3
- Further reading: 15 Bible verses about goals
Day 14
- Affirmation: God uses everything in my life for good. My story matters.
- Scripture: Romans 8:28 and 2 Corinthians 1:4
- Further reading: How to tell your story of hope
Day 15
- Affirmation: I trust in God’sdivine protection in this crazy world
- Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:3 and Isaiah 41:10
- Further reading: Feeling on edge about current events? How to cope
Week 3 wrap up
- Which Biblical affirmation could you relate to the most? Why?
- What was the lie that you were believing that this Biblical affirmation can replace?
- How can you use this Biblical affirmation to increase the joy in your life?
- Make a Scripture card to carry with you.
- Read this Biblical affirmation every morning as you start your day.
- Read this Biblical affirmation every night before you go to sleep.
- Something else: __________________________________________________
Week 4
“She is thinking about things that are true, honorable, right, lovely, admirable, praiseworthy.” Philippians 4:8
Day 16
- Affirmation: In Jesus, I am strong and capable even when I don’t feel it.
- Scripture: Isaiah 40:31 and 2 Corinthians 12:9-11
- Further reading: Our eyes are on you, Lord (Jehosaphat was literally caught between a rock and a hard place. He felt very weak. We can learn from him)
Day 17
- Affirmation: I choose to create healthy habits in every area of my life.
- Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:19 and 1 Corinthians 10:31
- Further reading: Feeling restless? The Bible and stress eating
Day 18
- Affirmation: I already have everything I need because Jesus is my source.
- Scripture: 2 Peter 1:3 and Isaiah 40:31
- Further reading: Contentment in life- our key to freedom
Day 19
- Affirmation: I recognize I am worthy. I see myself as God sees me
- Scripture: John 3:15, Jeremiah 31:3, and Isaiah 43:4
- Further reading: I don’t know who I am anymore
Day 20
- Affirmation: I am grateful each day for all the good things God has done for me.
- Scripture: Psalm 118:1, James 1:17, and Ephesians 5:20
- Further reading: How to be grateful when you don’t feel it
Week 4 wrap up
- Which Biblical affirmation could you relate to the most? Why?
- What was the lie that you were believing that this Biblical affirmation can replace?
- How can you use this Biblical affirmation to increase the joy in your life?
- Make a Scripture card to carry with you.
- Read this Biblical affirmation every morning as you start your day.
- Read this Biblical affirmation every night before you go to sleep.
- Something else: __________________________________________________
Week 5
“She is becoming what she thinks about” Proverbs 23:7
Day 21
- Affirmation: I am held by the Almighty God of the universe who calls me his beloved. All is well today.
- Scripture: Isaiah 41:10, Isaiah 43:1-2, and 2 Corinthians 12:9
- Further reading: God holds us in His hands
Day 22
- Affirmation: I am a child of God. I love that.
- Scripture: John 1:12, Galatians 3:26, and 1 John 4:15
- Further reading: Knowing God as a loving father
Day 23
- Affirmation: I value and honor the gifts God has placed in me.
- Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10 and 1 Corinthians 12:4-7
- Further reading: Leveraging my gifts for the Kingdom
Day 24
- Affirmation: I let go of control over people and circumstances. I turn these things over to God.
- Scripture: Proverbs 16:19, Proverbs 3:5-6, and Provers 19:21
- Further reading: Giving it to God: 5 ways to let go and let God
Day 25
- Affirmation: God created me to be a world-changer.
- Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20
- Further reading: 19 praying women who changed the world
Week 5 wrap up
- Which Biblical affirmation could you relate to the most? Why?
- What was the lie that you were believing that this Biblical affirmation can replace?
- How can you use this Biblical affirmation to increase the joy in your life?
- Make a Scripture card to carry with you.
- Read this Biblical affirmation every morning as you start your day.
- Read this Biblical affirmation every night before you go to sleep.
- Something else: __________________________________________________
Week 6
“She is learning to rejoice always.” 1 Thessalonians 5:16
Day 26
- Affirmation: I surround myself with people who see my value.
- Scripture: Philippians 2:3-4 and 1Thessalonians 5:11
- Further reading: Why you need Godly friends
Day 27
- Affirmation: I trust God’s plan for my life.
- Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11, Esther 4:14, and 1 Corinthians 2:9
- Further reading: Confidence in knowing God’s will – A beginners guide
Day 28
- Affirmation: The Holy Spirit in me has given me the power to create change.
- Scripture: Romans 15:13, John 14:26, and Romans 8:26
- Further reading: How to develop the fruit of the Spirit
Day 29
- Affirmation: I let go of the past and move forward with peace in my heart.
- Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14 and Isaiah 43:18
- Further reading: How to rise above the past
Day 30
- Affirmation: I forgive those who have hurt me in the past even when it is difficult.
- Scripture: Ephesians 4:32, Psalm 103:10-14, and Romans 12:19
- Further reading: 7 reasons to forgive when you are hurting
Week 6 wrap up
- Which Biblical affirmation could you relate to the most? Why?
- What was the lie that you were believing that this Biblical affirmation can replace?
- How can you use this Biblical affirmation to increase the joy in your life?
- Make a Scripture card to carry with you.
- Read this Biblical affirmation every morning as you start your day.
- Read this Biblical affirmation every night before you go to sleep.
- Something else: __________________________________________________
Final wrap up
Telling ourselves the truth begins in our thoughts. Biblical affirmations are a great way to start that process. Of all the affirmations in this study, which were the most helpful to you personally? Please share that in our private group, Women Growing In Joy.