A Prayer to Live from Victory When You Feel Defeated | Your Daily Prayer

Published Aug 27, 2026

Maybe nothing catastrophic happened.

You're just tired.

Disappointed.

Discouraged.

And somewhere along the way, you started expecting defeat.

But here's the truth to return to today:

“But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” — 1 Corinthians 15:57

Your circumstances may still be difficult. The battle may not be finished. But because of Jesus, defeat doesn't get the final word.

Jennifer Waddle authorJennifer Waddle is the author of several books, including Prayer WORRIER: Turning Every Worry into Powerful Prayerand is a regular contributor for LifeWay, Crosswalk, Abide, and Christians Care International. Jennifer’s online ministry is EncouragementMama.com where you can find her books and sign up for her weekly post, Discouragement Doesnt Win. She resides with her family near the foothills of the Rocky Mountains—her favorite place on earth. 

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