Another birthmark that Christians have is unshakeable hope. Even when the lights go out and we are surrounded by darkness, we can still see Jesus, and we still have hope.

One birthmark that new Christians get is faith. But it's more than just a belief in truth... it goes much deeper!

John Wesley famously preached "The Marks of The New Birth" in 1748. When we are born again as Christians, we get some 'birthmarks' - faith, hope and love. Is your life in Christ marked by these things?

We can be as fierce as can be, but without love it is pointless! Let's love fiercely today and every day, always striving to love God and others.

Paul tells us to be strong - but we all have our weak days. The good news is that even when we are physically or emotionally weak, God's Spirit is available, and he never gets weak! Be strong be relying on Him today.

Deep in each human spirit is a longing to live a courageous, fear-free life. Not a thoughtless life, but fearless in the face of persecution, and fearless in the sharing of our faith. Will you be courageous today?

Paul, and Moses, and Jesus tell their people to stand firm in the face of persecution and trouble. In other words, be fierce in your faith!

Paul encourages the Corinthians to a fierce faith - being on their guard against the wrong teachings and the wrong behaviours. Here Paul echoes Jesus' own warnings. Are you ready for whatever life throws at you?! Remember to be fierce and committed today.

Jesus closes this great prayer asking God for protection. When you pray "lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil", remember to wear your armour of God and walk in His strength. With Him at your side, the devil's arrows will bounce off you.

Every day we should confess our sins and ask for mercy... and bring our own resentments and broken relationships to God too, to find the strength to offer them the same forgiveness God offers us.