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"The fact that I am a woman doesn’t make me a different kind of Christian, the fact that I am a Christian makes me a different kind of woman.” ~ Elisabeth Elliot

This quote by Elisabeth Elliot recently came to mind when confronted with a

situation that made me want to put my Christian testimony on hold and give

someone a good tongue-lashing. However, my faith in God won out over my

fleshly instinct, and it’s then I realized how spending time with God has made

me into a “different kind of woman.” There was a time when I would have gladly

have lost it—yelling, screaming and belittling the person who did me wrong,

but…

I’ve been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the flesh, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself for me. ~ Galatians 2:19-20

I praise God for my salvation and the way He is constantly working in my life.

Time with Jesus makes me better. Praise God, I’m a different kind of woman!

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RESOURCEReviewWonderstruck: Awaken to the Nearness of God by Margaret Feinberg

Fall in love with God all over again. Awaken to God’s majesty, splendor and grace by

noticing the wonders of His handiwork in the midst of the mundane, ordinary everyday

world around you. Live your life wonderstruck.

In the Bible study Wonderstruck, Margaret Feinberg invites you to toss back the covers,

climb out of bed, and drink in the fullness of life God intended.

In this 7-session Bible study, you will be reminded what it means to awaken to wonder

every day by learning to:

• Develop a renewed passion for God

• Identify what's holding you back in prayer

• Find extraordinary moments on ordinary days

• Discover peace in knowing you're wildly loved

• Recognize the presence of God in the midst of your routine

Margaret Feinberg is a popular Bible teacher, speaker and author. She has written more

than two-dozen books and Bible studies including, The Organic God, Scouting the Devine

and Wonderstruck. Her work has sold nearly one million copies and received critical

acclaim and extensive national media coverage from CNN, the Associated Press, USA Today,

the Los Angeles Times, the Washington Post and more. Christianity Today has named her one

of 50 women most shaping culture in the church today.

On a more personal note, Margaret lives in Morrison, CO., with her husband, Leif, and

their super-pup, Hershey. She spends most of her mornings with good friends, coffee and

God. Feinberg states, “Without coffee, mornings would be difficult, but without God, life

would be impossible.”

EXPERIENCE MARGARET FEINBERG LIVE AND IN PERSON at Spotswood Baptist

Church in Fredericksburg on April 11, 2014. For more information, visit SBCV.org.

To reserve this resource, or to view our complete list of Women’s Ministry resources AVAILABLE FOR LOAN to your SBCV church, visit SBCV.org.

THE MAGAZINE FOR CHRISTIAN WOMEN

AN ONLINE PUBLICATION OF THE SBC OF VIRGINIA

Editor

Donna Paulk

Creative Director/Online Publisher

Patti Spencer

Production

Creative Partner

Innovative Faith Resources (IFR)

Vice President, IFR

Brandon Pickett

Published by the SBC of Virginia

Executive Director

Brian Autry

Church Strengthening Team Leader

Steve Bradshaw


Donna Paulk

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I’m always looking for yummy banana recipes because in no

time at all the bananas turn brown, and I’m throwing them into

the freezer to use at a later date. Recently, I came across this

recipe—two of my favorite things married in delectable bliss-

bananas and cheesecake. Not only does it make the house smell

wonderful as it bakes, it is scrumptious-delicious! Mix, bake and

enjoy!

BANANA BREAD:1 c sugar1/2 c butter, softened2 eggs3 mashed ripe bananas1 tsp salt1 tsp baking soda3 Tbsp sour cream2 c flour1 c chopped nuts

CREAM CHEESE MIXTURE:8 oz softened cream cheese1/3 c sugar1 egg1 Tbsp flour

Directions:

Mix 1-cup sugar, butter and 2 eggs. Add bananas, salt, the

soda dissolved in sour cream, and 2-cups flour. Mix well and

stir in nuts.

Divide 1/2 of this mixture into 2 greased and floured loaf pans.

Combine cream cheese mixture ingredients and spread over

mixture in pans. Spread remaining banana bread batter on top.

Bake at 350º for 1 hour. Test for doneness. Cool and slice.

Banana Breadwith a Cheesecake Fillling

Taste and see that the LORD is good. Oh, the joys of those who trust in him! –Psalm 34:8

By Design FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Beautiful BeginningsSaturday, January 10 with Sheri Rose ShepherdThe Southwest Higher Education Center Abingdon, VA.

Host: Rosedale Baptist Church

For more information visit: RBCabingdon.orgCost $20.00


A New ChapterI am honored and humbled to serve

as the Women’s Ministry Strategist for the SBC of Virginia.

by Donna PaulkWomen's Ministry Strategist

Women by Design is facing a transition with Tammy

Bennett’s relocation to California. Tammy’s husband

accepted a new position in California, and they will

soon begin a new chapter in their lives. The launching

of Women by Design two years ago gained nationwide

recognition and reached the hearts of women across

the United States. We will miss Tammy’s articles that

inspired us, her recipes that fed our families, and her

inspirational interviews that gave us insight into the lives

of amazing Christian women.

I am honored and humbled to serve as the Women’s

Ministry Strategist for the SBC of Virginia. My love for

women and women’s ministry began 26 years ago when

I came to Christ, and God sent mature Christian women

who mentored me for more than 12 years. God sent the

right women to help me grow in Christ through some

very tumultuous times. As a result of that experience, I

have invested the last 16 years of my life mentoring other

women and helping them overcome obstacles that keep

them stuck. As Women’s Ministry Strategist, I am able

to partner with the SBC of Virginia to help with areas of

ministry I believe essential for Christian growth.

Our women’s lending library has current Bible studies

and resources that are available for women’s ministries

in churches with limited budgets. These studies are

invaluable resources for strengthening and equipping

women to make disciples.

Leadership training for women is essential for success,

so we provide a leadership conference for women

annually focused on different aspects of leading an

effective women’s ministry. The conference gives the

SBC of Virginia women’s ministry team an opportunity

to pray for and encourage women who struggle with

disappointment and discouragement in ministry.

We also provide the Fit2lead discipleship training series free of

charge for all women. Equipping women to serve was the subject

of the first installment of Fit2Lead. We have yearly women’s

ministries conferences featuring well-known Christian speakers

and breakout sessions offering topics pertaining to specific areas

of women’s ministry.

These are just a few of the ministry highlights of women’s ministry

in the SBC of Virginia designed to facilitate spiritual growth for

women. I am grateful to serve in a ministry that equips women to

serve their local church. My husband has been the shepherd of a

small Baptist church for fourteen years, and we have experienced

many challenges. The SBC of Virginia provided resources we could

not have purchased. Those resources facilitated growth in our

women’s ministry and church body.

Women who are growing in Christ affect their women’s ministries

and likewise growing women’s ministries strengthen their

churches. As the Women’s Ministry Strategist, I am a small part

of what God is doing in women’s ministry throughout Virginia.

Please partner with me in prayer to see women transformed by the

gospel and established into reproducing disciples who strengthen

their local churches through a thriving women’s ministry. I know

in our strength this is impossible, but Christ makes the impossible

possible (Matt. 19:26).


1.PRIORITIZE

Prioritize in order to make better use of your time. Prioritize your goals. A list of goals will help you

orchestrate your schedule, including your discretionary time, and attain your objective.

Women, Ministry, Fall and winter seems to summon hectic fall calendars filled with school, work and

ministry. Juggling schedules becomes a balancing act of major proportion and often

leaves us feeling overwhelmed and worn out.

Each of us are given 24 hours in a day, but its what we do with that 24 hours that defines

what we are able to accomplish. Below are seven practical ways to make better use of your time so that you can relieve stress and feel more productive at the end of

the day.

and Time Management 2.

PARTICIPATE

Engage in activities consistent with your goals. Pursuing your goals will help you work toward them

and eliminate activities that do not align with them.

3.PURPOSE

Aim to stay the course even when things happen that are out of your control. Things often happen

that interrupt our plans and shift our focus. Keeping your eyes on the goal will help you stay the

course even when life is unpredictable.

4. PLAN

Organize your schedule, workspace and computer in a way that will make you the most productive.

Remove clutter and reduce waste by scheduling your time more wisely, arranging your workspace more

efficiently and routinely syncing your computerized devices, such as your laptop, tablet and phone.

5.PRODUCE

Avoid waiting to the last minute. Produce results in a timely manner. Procrastination leads to stress

and often prevents us from doing our best.

6. PASS Learn to say “no.” Pass on things that don’t align with your goals.

7. PRAY Pray and ask God to guide you. Proverbs 16:9 states, “The mind of man plans his ways, but the Lord

directs his steps.”


Your face is your main point of communication, so how you look from the neck up is important. One

day after working out at the gym, I decided to buzz by the grocery store to pick up a couple of things, which was my

first mistake. Doesn’t it figure, the only time I didn’t have on any makeup and my hair was uncombed, I seemed to run

into everyone I know! To add insult to injury, one of the gals I ran into had

just been to a seminar I’d presented about always looking and being your

best, and I could tell I lost all credibility right there on the spot. From that day

on, I’ve learned how to pull myself together in just five minutes. So whether

I’m running late or I’m just on my way home from the gym, I’m committed to

communicating a pulled-together look in hardly any time at all.

Make-over5 MINUTEQuick tips for looking good

from the inside out

Always be prepared by keeping

everything you need in a single

bag. This way you can dump

it, use it, and put it back in a

matter of minutes. 1In just one minute, you can…

FRESHEN YOUR FACE with a baby wipe.

Rub in MOISTURIZER containing an SPF.

Apply FOUNDATION.

2In the second minute, you can…

Apply and blend a BLUSHER.

Spread on a NEUTRAL EYE SHADOW.

Apply EYELINER, concentrating on the corner of your eyes (a self-

sharpening style pencil is most convenient for saving time.)

3In the third minute, you can…

BRUSH BROWS into place. (skip the

brow pencil unless your brows are in

desperate need of color)

Apply one coat of MASCARA to lashes.

4In the fourth minute, you can…

Apply LIP COLOR.

BRUSH your hair.

5In the fifth minute,

you can…Pull LONG HAIR back into

a ponytail or quickly style

SHORT HAIR with hair gel.

Put on a BASEBALL CAP.

(I have a couple of cute cars

with studs and rhinestones

for this very occasion).

Add a pair of trendy

EARRINGS.

Just as a five-minute makeover might seem impossible, the disciples didn’t

believe that five loaves of bread and two fish were adequate either. They

didn’t realize that Jesus was, is, and always will be, the great provider.

Jesus took the five loaves and two fish, looked up toward heaven, and asked

God's blessing on the food. Breaking the loaves into pieces, he kept giving the

bread and fish to the disciples to give to the people. They all ate as much as they

wanted, and they picked up twelve baskets of leftovers! (Luke 9:16-17)

Jesus multiplied the five loaves and two fish to feed more than 5,000 people.

This measly amount seemed insufficient to the disciples, but in the hands of God

it became more than enough.

Not that we are sufficient of ourselves to think of anything as being from ourselves, but our sufficiency is from God. ~ 2 Corinthians 3:5

When you are faced with a seemingly impossible task, do what you can and ask

God to do the rest. He can bless and use whatever you bring Him, whether it be

time, talent, or treasure. God can do —and will do—great miracles with

what little you have. Allow Jesus to multiply your gifts, and you’ll

be blessed by the leftovers!


On August 15-16, 2014, the

SBC of Virginia Women’s

Ministry Team hosted its

SECOND ANNUAL WOMEN’S MINISTRY LEADERSHIP RETREAT at the International Learning Center

(ILC) in Rockville, VA. Ladies from 26 churches from around

the commonwealth gathered for a time of refreshment,

recommitment, renewal, and rejuvenation.

This year’s retreat theme was Connections: Connecting with

God, Connecting with Your Leadership Team, Connecting with Your

Community and Connecting with the Next Generation.

Jesus was there, the women showed up, and ministry happened. Lives

were changed, new friendships were formed and the ladies deepened their

relationship with Jesus. They laughed, they cried, they learned, they prayed and

they worshipped together. It was an awesome time of faith, fun and fellowship.

Bottom line, it was AWESOMELY FABULOUS!

You won’t want to miss next year’s retreat, so grab your calendar and pencil in

August 14-15, 2015 (details to follow). I don’t know about you, but I can hardly wait!


MoreMargaret Feinberg, was named one of the 50 women

most shaping culture and the

church today by Christianity Today.

She is a popular Bible teacher,

speaker and author. She has

written more than two dozen

books and Bible studies including

the critically-acclaimed The Organic God, The Sacred Echo, Scouting the Divine, and Wonderstruck. Her work

has sold nearly one million copies and received critical

acclaim and extensive national media coverage from

CNN, the Associated Press, USA Today, Los Angeles Times, Washington Post, and more.

Margaret, you’ve been recently named one of 50

women most shaping the culture and church today

by Christianity Today. What have you learned

about leadership from your diverse experience

authoring multiple books and teaching the Word

of God?

I think the church within the United States

(and around the world) faces incredible

opportunities and challenges. One of the

biggest and most foundational is simply

grounding people in the truth that the church

is worth fighting for, investing in, sticking

with for the long haul. Many are throwing

rocks at the church, leaving and never

looking back. But the church remains the

bride of Christ. She may have holes in her

dress and smeared makeup on her face, but

she’s still Christ’s bride. I want to walk among

those who are strengthening and building up

the church.

What is the greatest reward in the role you

serve in?

It is a joy to see people of all ages growing

in their relationship with Jesus, diving into

the Word, and growing in their prayer lives.

Just recently, we heard from a woman who

had been out of the church for more than 30 years who

said "Yes" to the Wonderstruck Bible study and now is

reconnected to the church. We heard from another who

came to know Christ through the Scouting the Divine

Bible study just recently as well and that is awesome!

We hear of relationships being restored, friendships

blossoming, and people hearing the words of Christ they

need at just the right time. Such stories are the greatest

reward.

What is your favorite Bible story and why?

I adore the opening chapters of Genesis that describe

creation. They reveal so much about who God is—His

majesty, power, splendor and beauty. They reveal our

God as a God of generosity, order, and goodness. They

show how our God is distinct from all the other gods

people worship. I've read these chapters so many times

and can read them again and again because they're so

rich and full and give us such a solid foundation into the

great big story of God—also known as the Bible.

How do you suggest that we mentor the next generation?

Many in the next generation aren't interested in a

mentor because the word sounds scary. What they

really want is someone to walk beside them, encourage

them, and challenge them. They're looking for someone

who is with them and behind them no matter what—

who will pray for them and grab lunch or go for a walk

once a month or every few weeks. Mentoring the next

generation begins with you—no matter what age you are

(20-80+)—reaching out to someone younger and asking,

"Do you want to go to lunch?" or "Want to go for a walk

one day and get some exercise?" See if there's a natural

(unforced) connection that can be built on as you show

interest in their lives and begin praying for them.

What kind of things make you cry?

Pain and suffering in all its forms make me weep.

Who is your biggest fan?

Forgive me is this seems like the spiritual answer, but my

first reaction to this question was that God is my biggest

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fan. He is so for me that He sent His Son Jesus to die

for me. He is cheering me on to a life of redemption and

renewal that can only found in Him. He keeps sending the

Holy Spirit as a source of comfort and encouragement.

He is committed that the work He has begun in me. He

will bring about to completion. It's harder to find anyone

more for us than God. Next up is probably my husband,

Leif, followed closely by our super pup, Hershey.

Love that answer, and no it is not too spiritual but right on! So

tell us, what is your favorite guilty pleasure?

Ooh! I'm a big fan of various sitcoms that Leif and I catch

up on when we can via Hulu.

What’s your favorite comfort food?

I'm a chip girl. I love chips. Tortilla chips. BBQ chips.

Doritos. Cheetos. If it crunches and is salty, what's not to

love?

If you could visit anywhere in the world where would

it be and why?

New Zealand is on my dream list. The landscape is

spectacular, and I've heard that if you look really hard you

might find a hobbit.

What is your favorite thing to do in your down time?

Hiking is one of my great joys. I love getting outdoors and

enjoying the beauty of Colorado.

What is your favorite (comfy) thing to wear?

I think one of God's great gifts to humanity is yoga pants.

They're like pajamas for the day. Plus the song by Tim

Hawkins is hilarious…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VrL17Dr_8kk

How many pairs of shoes do you own?

Less than 15. Considering all the seasons in Colorado, I

think that's pretty good!

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Do you collect anything?

While some people get a great kick

out of buying things, I'm the opposite.

I love to get rid of stuff. The same

shoppers high people get from adding

to their closets or collections is the

same "get-rid-of high" I get when I

load a box to take to Goodwill. Sometimes my husband

gets on me. Honey, did you give away our rice cooker

again? Yep! So I have to work to temper my enthusiasm

for getting rid of things.

What makes you afraid?

The same things that make most people afraid–not being

loved, not being lovable, not mattering. I think we all

wake up with these fears most days even if we don't say

them aloud. That's why it's so important to take these

fears to God, to listen for His voice speaking His love

over us through His Word.

Amen to that! Now on a less serious note, who is allowed to

see you without makeup?

Everyone in Colorado. I don't wear it most days.

What else would you like us to know about you?

I'm a bit of a spiritual Dora the Explorer. I love learning

more about God and, at times, will go on wild adventures

like Scouting the Divine or try unusual experiments like

those described in Fight With Joy in order to uncover

more about the truth and depths of Scripture. When it

comes to our wondrous God, we can spend a lifetime

searching and pursuing and yet only have just begun.

How can we pray for you?

I would love for you to pray for my strength and healing.

This last year I've been fighting cancer, and I'd you

to join us in praying for zero. Zero cancer cells. Zero

complications. Zero pain. Zero sleepless nights. Zeros all

around. Many thanks!

Margaret currently lives in Morrison, CO., with her husband,

Leif, and their super-pup, Hershey. For more information about

Margaret visit: MargaretFeinberg.com

On April 11, 2015 Margaret Feinberg will be joining the SBC of

Virginia in Fredericksburg, VA at Spotswood Baptist Church for the

Women's Conference "More."

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5Five Benefits of Praying Scriptureby Kay Arthur

Praying Scripture deepens your prayer life.

“Bless them today” becomes “may they be strengthened with power

through Your Spirit in the inner man.”

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PRAYER

PRAYER should always be a number one priority in a believer’s life. Yet

it is often something we spend little time at or do half-heartedly. And why? It’s

often because we don’t know what to pray or how to pray. The answer is to pray

scripture. God’s Word is the answer to all your prayer worries. When you don’t

know what to pray, pray scripture. God’s Word will never contradict itself. When

you don’t know how to pray, pray scripture. God’s Word contains the will of God.

Kay Arthur outlines the benefits of praying scripture best.

Praying Scripture makes it easier to pray for your enemies (Matthew 5:44).

Few things are harder than praying for someone who is persecuting you.

Praying a prayer directly from the Word gives you a guide which will keep the

emotion out of it and keep your mind on track instead of letting it drift to and

focus on the offenses they have caused.2

Praying Scripture brings assurance that you are praying according

to God’s will. Scripture is the Word of God, and praying it means that

you lining up your request with His heart’s desire.

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Praying Scripture teaches you the Word of God.

As you are praying Scripture, your own understanding of the Word

and the passages you are praying deepens.

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Praying Scripture teaches you about the God of the Word.

By praying Scripture your knowledge of who God is grows. Scripture

is the very word of God. As you engage with it you will know Him

better and understand His will for all of us in clearer way.5

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The practice or discipline of praying the Word will accom-plish as much in your own life as it will in the life of the people you are praying for.

FOR EXAMPLE:

Calling2 Thessalonians 1:11-12

And so we keep on praying for ________, that our God will

make you worthy of the life to which he called you. And

we pray that God, by his power, will fulfill all your good

intentions and faithful deeds. Then everyone will give

honor to the name of our Lord Jesus because of you,

and you will be honored along with him. This is all made

possible because of the undeserved favor of our God and

Lord, Jesus Christ.

ConfidenceHebrews 4:14-16

That is why we have a great High Priest who has gone

to heaven, Jesus the Son of God. Let us cling to him

and never stop trusting him. This High Priest of ours

understands our weaknesses, for he faced all of the same

temptations we do, yet he did not sin. So let us come

boldly to the throne of our gracious God. There we will

receive his mercy, and we will find grace to help us when

we need it.

Comfort 2 Thessalonians 2:16-17

May our Lord Jesus Christ and God our Father, who loved

us and in his special favor gave us everlasting comfort

and good hope, comfort your heart and give you strength

in every good thing you do and say.

Courage Isaiah 43:1-2

But now, O Israel, the LORD who created you says: "Do

not be afraid, for I have ransomed you. I have called

you by name; you are mine. When you go through deep

waters and great trouble, I will be with you. When you

go through rivers of difficulty, you will not drown! When

you walk through the fire of oppression, you will not be

burned up; the flames will not consume you.

Endurance Colossians 1:9-12

We ask God to give you a complete understanding of

what he wants to do in your lives, and we ask him to make

you wise with spiritual wisdom. Then the way you live will

always honor and please the Lord, and you will continually

do good, kind things for others. All the while, you will

learn to know God better and better. We also pray that

you will be strengthened with his glorious power so that

you will have all the patience and endurance you need.

May you be filled with joy, always thanking the Father,

who has enabled you to share the inheritance that

belongs to God's holy people, who live in the light.

Encouragement Colossians 3:16

Let the words of Christ, in all their richness, live in your

hearts and make you wise. Use his words to teach and

counsel each other. Sing psalms and hymns and spiritual

songs to God with thankful hearts.

Forgiveness Colossians 3:12-14

Since God chose you to be the holy people whom he loves,

you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy,

kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. You must

make allowance for each other's faults and forgive the

person who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave

you, so you must forgive others. And the most important

piece of clothing you must wear is love. Love is what binds

us all together in perfect harmony.

Guidance Ephesians 1:17-19

I’m asking God, the glorious Father of our Lord Jesus

Christ, to give you spiritual wisdom and understanding,

so that you might grow in your knowledge of God. I pray

that your hearts will be flooded with light so that you

can understand the wonderful future he has promised

to those he called. I want you to realize what a rich and

glorious inheritance he has given to his people. I pray that

you will begin to understand the incredible greatness of

his power for us who believe him.



Humility Philippians 2:3-5

Don't be selfish; don't live to make a good impression

on others. Be humble, thinking of others as better than

yourself. Don't think only about your own affairs, but be

interested in others, too, and what they are doing. Your

attitude should be the same as Christ Jesus.

Joy Philippians 4:4-5

Always be full of joy in the Lord. I say it again — rejoice!

Let everyone see that you are considerate in all you do.

Remember, the Lord is coming soon.

Love 1 Thessalonians 3:12

And may the Lord make your love grow and overflow

to each other and to everyone else, just as our love

overflows toward you.

Peace Isaiah 26:3

You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in you, whose

thoughts are fixed on you!

Perseverance James 1:2-4

Dear brothers and sisters, whenever trouble comes your

way, let it be an opportunity for joy. For when your faith

is tested, your endurance has a chance to grow. So let it

grow, for when your endurance is fully developed, you will

be strong in character and ready for anything.

Power Ephesians 3:16-19

I pray that from his glorious, unlimited resources he will

give you mighty inner strength through his Holy Spirit.

And I pray that Christ will be more and more at home in

your hearts as you trust in him. May your roots go down

deep into the soil of God's marvelous love. And may you

have the power to understand, as all God's people should,

how wide, how long, how high, and how deep his love

really is. May you experience the love of Christ, though

it is so great you will never fully understand it. Then you

will be filled with the fullness of life and power that comes

from God.

Refuge Psalm 17:6-8

I am praying to you because I know you will answer,

O God. Bend down and listen as I pray. Show me your

unfailing love in wonderful ways. You save with your

strength those who seek refuge from their enemies.

Guard me as the apple of your eye. Hide me in the shadow

of your wings.

it into a PRAYER

men will give up. But those who wait on the LORD will

find new strength. They will fly high on wings like eagles.

They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not

faint.

ThankfulnessPhilippians 4:6-7

Don't worry about anything; instead, pray about

everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for

all he has done. If you do this, you will experience God's

peace, which is far more wonderful than the human

mind can understand. His peace will guard your hearts

and minds as you live in Christ Jesus.

Trust Psalm 62:8

O my people, trust in him at all times. Pour out your

heart to him, for God is our refuge.

WisdomJames 1:5-6

If you need wisdom —if you want to know what God

wants you to do—ask him, and he will gladly tell you. He

will not resent your asking. But when you ask him, be

sure that you really expect him to answer, for a doubtful

mind is as unsettled as a wave of the sea that is driven

and tossed by the wind.

WorshipPsalm 63:1-5

O God, you are my God; I earnestly search for you. My

soul thirsts for you; my whole body longs for you in this

parched and weary land where there is no water. I have

seen you in your sanctuary and gazed upon your power

and glory. Your unfailing love is better to me than life

itself; how I praise you! I will honor you as long as I live,

lifting up my hands to you in prayer. You satisfy me more

than the richest of foods. I will praise you with songs of

joy.

Renewal Psalm 51:10-12

Create in me a clean heart, O God. Renew a right spirit

within me. Do not banish me from your presence, and

don't take your Holy Spirit from me. Restore to me again

the joy of your salvation, and make me willing to obey

you.

Repentance Psalm 51:1-2

Have mercy on me, O God, because of your unfailing love.

Because of your great compassion, blot out the stain of

my sins. Wash me clean from my guilt. Purify me from my

sin.

Respect1 Thessalonians 5:12-15

Dear brothers and sisters, honor those who are your

leaders in the Lord's work. They work hard among you

and warn you against all that is wrong. Think highly of

them and give them your wholehearted love because of

their work. And remember to live peaceably with each

other. Brothers and sisters, we urge you to warn those

who are lazy. Encourage those who are timid. Take tender

care of those who are weak. Be patient with everyone.

See that no one pays back evil for evil, but always try to

do good to each other and to everyone else.

RestPsalm 62:5-7

I wait quietly before God, for my hope is in him. He alone

is my rock and my salvation, my fortress where I will not

be shaken. My salvation and my honor come from God

alone. He is my refuge, a rock where no enemy can reach

me.

Strength Isaiah 40:28-31

Have you never heard or understood? Don't you know

that the LORD is the everlasting God, the Creator of all

the earth? He never grows faint or weary. No one can

measure the depths of his understanding. He gives power

to those who are tired and worn out; he offers strength to

the weak. Even youths will become exhausted, and young

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