Today’s Verse for Woman – Isaiah 61:3, Monday, February 9th, 2026

Topic of The Day: Growth

for Monday, February 9th, 2026

to grant to those who mourn in Zion—to give them a beautiful headdress instead of ashes, the oil of gladness instead of mourning, the garment of praise instead of a faint spirit; that they may be called oaks of righteousness, the planting of the Lord, that he may be glorified.

Isaiah 61:3

Thoughts on Today’s Verse

Oh, how powerful is the promise in this verse! It speaks directly to those of us who have faced sorrow and mourning. Have you ever felt like your spirit was crushed under the weight of grief? We are reminded that God offers us a beautiful headdress instead of ashes… Can you imagine the transformation? The oil of gladness poured over our hearts, replacing despair! When we embrace this divine exchange, we become oaks of righteousness, strong and unyielding. So, let’s ask ourselves: How can we grow from our struggles and glorify the Lord in the process?

My Prayer

Heavenly Father, I come before You today, grateful for Your promises and the beauty of Your word. I lift up this woman, asking that You grant her peace and comfort as she navigates through her seasons of mourning and struggle. Lord, Your promise in Isaiah reminds us that You replace our ashes with a beautiful headdress, our mourning with the oil of gladness, and our faint spirits with garments of praise. I pray that she embraces this transformation, allowing Your light to shine through her life. May she grow like an oak of righteousness, deeply rooted in Your love and strength. Help her to see the beauty in her journey, to flourish even in difficult times, and to reflect Your glory in all she does. Let her spirit be uplifted, and may she find joy in her growth, knowing that each challenge is an opportunity for deeper faith. Surround her with love and support, and guide her steps as she walks in Your ways. In Jesus’ name, Amen.