Freaking out in Times of Peace

Sunday, June 24, 2012
Led by Eric Gintert

Encouragement from the Lord that He is our rock and fortress, He is our peace in the storm... so stop FREAKING OUT! :-)

Psalm 3:1-8

The enemy is not necessarily people coming against him, but powers and principalities (spiritual warfare). The battle is often in the mind with doubt, depression, etc. This is why we are commanded not to be fearful of the one who destroys the body, but the one who destroys the soul and body in hell. (Matthew 10:28) David knew that God was his shield and strong tower, his protector.

Matthew 8:23-27
In the midst of the storm, Jesus was sleeping in the bottom of the boat. Even when everyone else was freaking out, Jesus was at peace. Peace was right their in the ship with them, and they were freaking out! Jesus rebuked them saying, "Why are ye fearful, o ye of little faith?"

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Comments

martygool said…

Faith in the midst of struggle is a challenging concept. However, the when the storm is on the outside and faith resides on the inside then the struggle can be endured. Thank you for your thoughts and ideas.
You post on the storm not being in you is great. I have a similar thought on my blog as well. Would you permit me to use it on my blog. I will not use it without your permission. I think it is awesome.

July 28, 2012 at 12:42 PM

Kristin said…

Thank you for your inquiry... you are more than welcome to use this post on your blog. The scriptures say, "...freely ye have received, freely give." Matthew 10:8 We look forward to reading your blog and being encouraged as well.

July 28, 2012 at 3:21 PM

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