The Lord bless you and keep you; The Lord make His face shine upon you, and be gracious to you; The Lord lift up His countenance upon you, And give you peace.

- Numbers 6:24-26

Grasp the wonderful blessings of this verse today!

Because of the tender mercies of our God, He is our sunrise from on high.

In the morning when you wake, He shines His face upon you, and sends the morning mist to refresh you.

In the springtime, He sends the flowers to remind you of His beautiful love for you.

As He lifts His countenance upon us, it is our duty to be alert and on the lookout for Him throughout our day.

Often, God will show Himself to you in subtle, unseen ways - only you are able to notice.

These personal and uniquely crafted signs are sent by Him so that they can be an intimate source of joy in your relationship with Him.

As you receive good things from Him in thanksgiving today, be on the lookout for the small gifts He sprinkles throughout your day.

When you train your mind and heart to be fixed on Him, you will experience His soul-satisfaction… which nothing can replace!

He is faithful in His blessing and keeping of you, never failing to take care of you.

TODAY: In your coming and going, you can relax in His peaceful presence, knowing He is with you and He is for you!  

With Love,
Sarah Sherstad

Use This in Your Personalized Scripture Journal

As you reflect on Numbers 6:24–26, take time to write through these prompts:

·       What does God’s blessing mean to me personally?

·       Do I believe He is watching over and keeping me?

·       Where do I need His peace right now?

·       Am I seeking His face daily, or only in crisis?

·       How can I carry His peace into my relationships this week?

This blessing speaks of protection, favor, grace, and peace. It reminds us that God’s posture toward His people is not distant — it is attentive and kind.

Use this space to write a prayer asking God to let His peace guard your heart and to help you walk confidently under His care.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Numbers 6:24–26 mean?
It is a priestly blessing asking God to protect, show favor, extend grace, and give peace to His people.

What does it mean that God’s face shines upon you?
It symbolizes approval, favor, and relational closeness — not rejection.

What kind of peace is promised here?
The peace refers to wholeness, well-being, and spiritual security.

Does this blessing apply to believers today?
Yes. It reflects God’s unchanging desire to bless and keep those who trust Him.

How can journaling help me receive this blessing?
Writing the blessing personally helps move it from familiar words to lived truth.