#102625

[updatestswift]

'Opalite' has reached a new peak of #2 on the U.S. iTunes.

'The Fate of Ophelia' sits at #1.

[skybluelatte]

Happy Birthday Yuta!!!💚🍒💚

悠太くんお誕生日おめでとう‼︎🐙💚

[updatestswift]

Taylor Swift's longest running #1 songs on Global Spotify chart:

#1. 'Shake It Off' — 35 days

#2. 'The Fate of Ophelia' — 23 days*

#3. 'Anti-Hero' — 20 days

#4. 'Look What You Made Me Do' — 15 days

#5. 'Fortnight (feat. Post Malone)' — 10 days

* Still charting.

[updatestswift]

'The Life of a Showgirl' remains at #1 on the Billboard 200 for a 3rd consecutive week, with 194,000 units sold (4,534,000 total). ❤️‍🔥

Taylor Swift extends her record as the soloist with the most cumulative weeks at #1 on the Billboard 200 history (89).

[updatestswift]

'The Life of a Showgirl' on the Top 50 Global Spotify chart:

#1 The Fate of Ophelia (=)

#3 Opalite (=)

#11 Elizabeth Taylor (↓2)

#16 Father Figure (↓5)

#21 The Life of a Showgirl (feat. Sabrina Carpenter) (↓4)

#24 Wi$h Li$t (↓5)

#36 Wood (↓11)

#43 Actually Romantic (↓13)

#50 CANCELLED! (↓11)

'Ruin The Friendship' and 'Eldest Daughter' left the Top 50 Global after 22 days of charting.

[updatestswift]

A year ago today, Taylor Swift and Sabrina Carpenter performed a mashup of the songs 'Espresso', 'Is It Over Now?', and 'Please Please Please' at The Eras Tour. ☕

[gracefortheday]

ENTRY# 102625

OCTOBER 26, 2025, SUNDAY Entry: 10:26am, Fairview QC

VERSE OF THE DAY: PSALM 31:24 Be strong, and let your heart take courage, all you who wait for the LORD!

STRONG IN HOPE Psalm 31 is a heartfelt prayer of King David, a man who experienced numerous trials and challenges throughout his life. It’s a powerful reminder that even in the darkest moments of our lives, God remains steadfast and faithful to those who seek Him.

In Psalm 31:21-22, David feels trapped. He recalls a time when he was in a city under siege, feeling cut off from God's sight, engulfed by feelings of despair and isolation. But David didn’t lose sight of God's character and faithfulness. He cried out to the Lord for mercy and, in response, God heard his plea and extended His hand.

Have you ever felt trapped?

This passage is a reminder that God's love and mercy are never far away. When we call out to Him with sincerity, He hears our cries and responds with compassion.

“Be strong and take heart, all you who hope in the Lord.” Psalm 31:24 NIV

This verse is a rallying cry, an invitation to anchor our souls in the hope that comes from our relationship with God. But there are two things we have to remember about putting our hope in the Lord.

First, hope isn’t just optimism. It’s a profound trust in His character and promises. It’s knowing that God is our ever-present help in times of trouble (Psalm 46:1) and that His love for us is steadfast and unchanging (Psalm 136:26). When we place our hope in God, we tap into a source of strength that transcends our circumstances.

Second, hope in the Lord is not passive—but active. It empowers us to face challenges head-on, knowing that we are not alone in our struggles. Our hope rests on the One who hears our cries and responds with love and mercy.

In times of distress, when we feel like we are cut off from God's sight, remember the wonders of His love displayed in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. In Him, you’ll find the ultimate expression of God's unfailing love.

BE ENCOURAGED To wait on and hope in the Lord isn't mere optimism, but a profound trust in God's character and promises.

SHARE YOUR FAITH Today, live in such a way that reflects your trust in God. Then, encourage someone with today's verse" Be strong and take heart!

God, despite my circumstances and worries, I can always find hope in You. Jesus, You will never abandon me, never run out of love for me, and never give up on me. Renew my courage and strength as I wait. Encourage my heart, so I can encourage those around me, In Jesus' name Amen.

[updatestswift]

'exile (feat. Bon Iver)' has now surpassed 1 BILLION streams on Spotify.

It's Taylor Swift's 21st song to do so.

She now ties Ariana Grande as the female artist with the most songs surpassing 1 BILLION streams in the platform's history.