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Rest
Getting a good night's sleep is important to maintain a healthy body and mind. God wants us to rest in him and not be troubled with what the world hurls at us each day. "Let the beloved of the Lord rest secure in him, for he shields him all day long, and the one the lord loves rests between his shoulders." -Deuteronomy 33:12. -Pastor Mike
Freedom
Freedom is a right that we have as Americans: freedom of speech, to carry arms, & religion. We have a greater freedom in Christ. Jesus has set us free from sin, self-deception, and from deception from the Evil One. Our freedom not to do what we want, but to follow Christ. "The you will know the truth and the truth will set you free." -John 8:32. -Pastor Mike
Cope
How often do you hear someone say, "I am having trouble coping with this situation"? Knowing that the Holy Spirit is always with us, we never have to cope with any situation alone. "I can do everything through him who gives me strength." -Philippians 4:13. Don't ever attempt anything by yourself again. Know that God is there with you in every situation. -Pastor Mike
Fit
Often we try to have people fit into our plans and purposes. Sometimes, we even try to fit God into our own mold. "As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts." -Isaiah 55:9. God's knowlege and wisdom are far greater than ours. Strive to fit into God's plans! -Pastor Mike
Trust
A "trust " exercise that I have done is falling back without hesitation into two people's interlocked arms. It's kind of scary! God wants us to trust him, exhale, and enjoy the present moment. "Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you. Show me the way I should go for to you I lift up my soul." -Psalm 143:8. -Pastor Mike
Renewed
We have all faced problems in our relationships at home, school, work, neighborhood, and church that have made us want to "pick up our toys" and walk away. But take heart...the Holy Spirit gives us strength to step forward. "Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day." -2 Corinthians 4:16. -Pastor Mike
Lullaby
When a parent sings a lullaby to their child, it is a song of appreciation for God blessing them with such a precious gift. Do you know that God rejoices and sings over you? "The Lord God is with you, he is mighty to save. He will take great delight in you, he will quiet you with his love, he will rejoice over you with singing." -Zephaniah 3:17. -Pastor Mike
Fear
Remember when you were a child and your father took you shopping? He would hold your hand and keep you near. Remember when he let go and you wondered off? Fear entered in as you felt seperated from him. "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God." -Isaiah 41:10a. Your Heavenly Father is always with you! -Pastor Mike
Leadership
We must pray for the future replacement that God would want in our positions. Moses commissioned Joshua to take his place in leadership while offering up these words of encouragment. "The Lord goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you or forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged." -Deuteronomy 31:8. -Pastor Mike
Trouble
Trouble comes into everyone's life. The best way to keep away from becoming angry about trouble is to practice thanksgiving for the good things. It's difficult to curse and thank at the same time. "Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God." -Philipians 4:6. -Pastor Mike
