Graduation is a time of excitement, transition, and growth—but also uncertainty and change. In today’s devotional, Alicia Searl offers heartfelt encouragement and a prayer for graduates stepping into a brand-new chapter. Drawing from Jesus’ words in Matthew 7, listeners are reminded of the importance of building their life on the solid rock of faith. Whether on a mountaintop or in a valley, God is faithful, present, and ready to guide each step forward.

Themes Explored:


Encouragement for graduates


Building a foundation on Christ


Trusting God in new seasons


The importance of godly community


Spiritual preparation for the future

Scripture References

Matthew 7:24

“Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock.”
👉 Read Matthew 7:24 on BibleStudyTools.com

Supporting Scriptures:


Romans 12:2 – Be transformed by the renewing of your mind


Proverbs 22:6 – Train up a child


Ephesians 6:10–18 – The armor of God


Proverbs 27:17 – Iron sharpens iron


Zephaniah 3:17 – God delights in you


Deuteronomy 31:8 – He goes before you


Jeremiah 29:11 – A future and a hope


Ephesians 2:10 – Created for good works


Psalm 20:4 – May He give you the desires of your heart


Romans 8:28 – All things work together for good

Prayer Summary

Today’s prayer lifts up every graduate stepping into a new season. We ask God for protection, wisdom, courage, and godly friendships. Most of all, we pray that each graduate builds their life on Christ—the Solid Rock—and walks boldly into their future, knowing God goes before them.

Calls to Action

🎓 Know a graduate? Send them this episode as a gift of encouragement.
📝 Write a blessing or prayer to a graduate in your life today.
🙌 Share on social media with a note of gratitude or blessing for the Class of 2025!
🔔 Subscribe to Your Daily Prayer for more powerful devotionals each day.

About the Author

Alicia Searl is a devotional writer and speaker passionate about equipping the next generation to walk in truth and grace. She encourages readers to build a strong foundation of faith, especially in life’s pivotal transitions.

Related Resources


Bible Verses for Graduates


9 Ways to Trust God When Graduation Brings Change


Your Daily Prayer Devotional Archive

Graduation is a time of excitement, transition, and growth&mdash;but also uncertainty and change. In today&rsquo;s devotional, Alicia Searl offers heartfelt encouragement and a prayer for graduates stepping into a brand-new chapter. Drawing from Jesus&rsquo; words in Matthew 7, listeners are reminded of the importance of building their life on the solid rock of faith. Whether on a mountaintop or in a valley, God is faithful, present, and ready to guide each step forward.
Themes Explored:
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Encouragement for graduates
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Building a foundation on Christ
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Trusting God in new seasons
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The importance of godly community
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Spiritual preparation for the future
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Scripture References
Matthew 7:24
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&ldquo;Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock.&rdquo; <a href="https://www.biblestudytools.com/matthew/7-24.html">👉 Read Matthew 7:24 on BibleStudyTools.com</a>
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Supporting Scriptures:
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<a data-start="1210" data-end="1273">Romans 12:2</a> &ndash; Be transformed by the renewing of your mind
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<a data-start="1324" data-end="1391">Proverbs 22:6</a> &ndash; Train up a child
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<a data-start="1415" data-end="1506">Ephesians 6:10&ndash;18</a> &ndash; The armor of God
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<a data-start="1530" data-end="1599">Proverbs 27:17</a> &ndash; Iron sharpens iron
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<a data-start="1625" data-end="1694">Zephaniah 3:17</a> &ndash; God delights in you
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<a data-start="1721" data-end="1794">Deuteronomy 31:8</a> &ndash; He goes before you
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<a data-start="1820" data-end="1889">Jeremiah 29:11</a> &ndash; A future and a hope
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<a data-start="1916" data-end="1985">Ephesians 2:10</a> &ndash; Created for good works
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<a data-start="2015" data-end="2077">Psalm 20:4</a> &ndash; May He give you the desires of your heart
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<a data-start="2126" data-end="2189">Romans 8:28</a> &ndash; All things work together for good
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Prayer Summary
Today&rsquo;s prayer lifts up every graduate stepping into a new season. We ask God for protection, wisdom, courage, and godly friendships. Most of all, we pray that each graduate builds their life on Christ&mdash;the Solid Rock&mdash;and walks boldly into their future, knowing God goes before them.
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Calls to Action
🎓 Know a graduate? Send them this episode as a gift of encouragement. 📝 Write a blessing or prayer to a graduate in your life today. 🙌 Share on social media with a note of gratitude or blessing for the Class of 2025! 🔔 Subscribe to Your Daily Prayer for more powerful devotionals each day.
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About the Author
Alicia Searl is a devotional writer and speaker passionate about equipping the next generation to walk in truth and grace. She encourages readers to build a strong foundation of faith, especially in life&rsquo;s pivotal transitions.
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Related Resources
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<a href="https://www.biblestudytools.com/topical-verses/graduation-bible-verses/" data-start="3182" data-end="3283">Bible Verses for Graduates</a>
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<a href="https://www.crosswalk.com/slideshows/ways-to-trust-god-when-graduation-brings-change.html">9 Ways to Trust God When Graduation Brings Change</a>
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<a href="https://www.crosswalk.com/devotionals/your-daily-prayer/" data-start="3427" data-end="3510">Your Daily Prayer Devotional Archive</a>
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Every morning, the team of women behind iBelieve.com bring you a devotional and prayer to help you start your day in conversation with God. The Bible tells us to bring our prayers and petitions before God and He WILL give us peace! May these daily prayers help you find the words to pray and focus your heart and mind on the love of God today.

Every morning, the team of women behind iBelieve.com bring you a devotional and prayer to help you start your day in conversation with God. The Bible tells us to bring our prayers and petitions before God and He WILL give us peace! May these daily...

Your Daily Prayer

Every morning, the team of women behind iBelieve.com bring you a devotional and prayer to help you start your day in conversation with God. The Bible tells us to bring our prayers and petitions before God and He WILL give us peace! May these daily prayers help you find the words to pray and focus your heart and mind on the love of God today.

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