Tagged: Friday Special Message
Be transformed by the renewing of your mind. “Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is – His good, pleasing and perfect will.” Romans 12:2 The teachings of our Lord embraces positive thinking, but it reaches beyond thoughts to touch the hidden possibilities of the spirit. When we face the reality of situations in our lives, positive thinking can help up to a point, but relationship with the living Christ can do so much more. Positive thinking can only bring about limited solutions. Real change comes when you move past thinking, to an unshakable trust...
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“While they were still talking about this, Jesus Himself stood among them and said to them, “peace be with you” Luke 24:36 The stress, horror and inner conflict we may experience in life our peace to disappear, leaving us moody and discontent. That is why we need to develop inner reserves from which to draw strength in difficult situations. When things go wrong and stress starts to overwhelm you, purposefully refuse to be swept into its current. Guard against bad temper and irritability. Deliberately choose to remain tranquil by controlling your thoughts. Spend some time in God’s presence, reaffirm your...
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Therefore we are always confident we live by faith, not by sight. 2 Corinthians 5:6-7 When you are faced with difficult situations and problems, do you trust God to make everything work together for good? Jesus came to confirm that God loves you unconditionally. His care, help and compassion are unquestionable. If you are sure of this, then you will be assured that Christ will not allow anything to harm you. He wants what’s best for you. With this assurance you can trust God unconditionally in everything you undertake.
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“Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence is in Him” Jeremiah 17:7 Everybody is searching for peace. No one can avoid the strain of life or the severe stress it brings with it. Jesus radiated love, serenity and peace; no matter how turbulent or chaotic the circumstances were around Him. This was the result of His intimate relationship with His Father. Jesus regularly withdrew in solitude to pray and pour out His heart to His Father. Then He was able to return to a stormy life with the peace of heaven in His heart. Whatever life...
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“Yet not My will, but yours be done” Luke 22:42 Many things come our way in life – unexpected disappointments and trials – and often we cannot see any reason for them. But whether they are major or minor problems, we need to handle them all. The Lord’s love for us is endlessly tender and encouraging. He wants us to trust where we cannot see, and it will not be reckless leap in the dark, as sincere trust and faith says “I know for certain that God’s will is best for me.” This kind of faith leaves the choice up...
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