Matthew 28:6 “He is not here, for He has risen, just as He said. Come, see the place where He was lying”. He has risen. JUST AS HE SAID. Just as He said. He said He would rise again. And He did.
Hey ladies, if you don’t mind saying a little prayer for me. Dealing with a bout of anxiety and I’m kind of unsure how to deal with it except through God. Thank you!
I lift Elizabeth up to you. Give her peace to trust in you. Calm her heart and let her know she is in your hands. Give her strength to face the day. And know that you will never leave her. Give her wisdom to know how to over come this anxiety that is not from you. The enemy is strong and deceitful… But you are stronger!!!! Speak truth into Elizabeth and let her know she is loved.
Elizabeth, praying for God’s peace right now for you! May God give you comfort, and guide you through this situation. You are not alone. This life journey is not easy.
Whenever I experience anxiety, I turn to 1 Peter 5:6-7 which says, “Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.” and Philippians 4:6-7 which says, “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” We are here for you, sister! But most of all- God is here for you. May these passages ring true in your life right now.
Just prayed for you Elizabeth! I too suffer from anxiety and know the fear and suffering you are experiencing, you are not alone. God loves you and will carry you through, even when it seems there is no hope. I pray the peace of Jesus fills your heart and mind and gives you rest.
Dear Lord,
I pray that You would comfort Elizabeth during this time. I pray that You would place your powerful word in her heart and her mind, that it would flow through every fiber of her being as a source of strength, peace, and comfort. Psalm 94:19 “when anxiety was great within me, your consolation brought me joy.” We praise you, Lord, for you are a wonderful counselor. Amen.
What really drew me in was the very end of the reading from Matthew: “And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” Jesus is always walking with us, hand in hand, every day. This quote just brought me so much joy and light!
8 So the women hurried away from the tomb, afraid yet filled with joy, and ran to tell his disciples…… Afraid yet full of joy, isn’t this us so many times! Afraid to trust yet joyful, afraid to speak out yet the message brings us joy! Love it!
Leviticus 25: 18-23 really spoke to me today. God will always provide even in times of rest. They didn’t have to worry about the food they would eat because God would provide enough, so much more that it would support them for 3 years. Reminds me of the verse 2 Corinthians 9: 8 And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work.
Matthew 28: 20 is such a wonderful reminder “And be sure of this: I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” I feel like Jesus told them this because he knew the things they would face (persecution) and he wanted them to hold on to the truth of him being there always. God is soo good!
It impacted me to see how God planned for a year of “rest for the land” every seven years. He obviously values rest in season and wants us to as well. Yet our culture (even the Christian one) seems to value constant productivity and service over true sabbath rest. Rest isn’t just about a break, it reminds us that God is our provider – not the land or our good work.
I love reading about the jubilee. It is such a picture of Christ, the year of jubilee like a year of grace. There are no worries, no shortages, it is all provided for – you simply enjoy! What a contrast from a life enslaved by the world and sin. Jubilee is really joy with excitement: we had so much to rejoice about when we got saved. Work, responsibility, all the difficult parts of human life – they were basically free from. They could return to their possessions and family, and that is like salvation today – going home to our real family, all the believers in Christ, who has set us free. Hallelujah, may we just be living this jubilee reality each day.
Matthew 28:6 “He is not here, for He has risen, just as He said. Come, see the place where He was lying”. He has risen. JUST AS HE SAID. Just as He said. He said He would rise again. And He did.
Hey ladies, if you don’t mind saying a little prayer for me. Dealing with a bout of anxiety and I’m kind of unsure how to deal with it except through God. Thank you!
Father,
I lift Elizabeth up to you. Give her peace to trust in you. Calm her heart and let her know she is in your hands. Give her strength to face the day. And know that you will never leave her. Give her wisdom to know how to over come this anxiety that is not from you. The enemy is strong and deceitful… But you are stronger!!!! Speak truth into Elizabeth and let her know she is loved.
Amen.
Elizabeth, praying for God’s peace right now for you! May God give you comfort, and guide you through this situation. You are not alone. This life journey is not easy.
Whenever I experience anxiety, I turn to 1 Peter 5:6-7 which says, “Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.” and Philippians 4:6-7 which says, “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” We are here for you, sister! But most of all- God is here for you. May these passages ring true in your life right now.
Just prayed for you Elizabeth! I too suffer from anxiety and know the fear and suffering you are experiencing, you are not alone. God loves you and will carry you through, even when it seems there is no hope. I pray the peace of Jesus fills your heart and mind and gives you rest.
Dear Lord,
I pray that You would comfort Elizabeth during this time. I pray that You would place your powerful word in her heart and her mind, that it would flow through every fiber of her being as a source of strength, peace, and comfort. Psalm 94:19 “when anxiety was great within me, your consolation brought me joy.” We praise you, Lord, for you are a wonderful counselor. Amen.
What really drew me in was the very end of the reading from Matthew: “And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” Jesus is always walking with us, hand in hand, every day. This quote just brought me so much joy and light!
8 So the women hurried away from the tomb, afraid yet filled with joy, and ran to tell his disciples…… Afraid yet full of joy, isn’t this us so many times! Afraid to trust yet joyful, afraid to speak out yet the message brings us joy! Love it!
I love how they hurried, how they didn’t question the angel, but felt the utmost urgency to get to the disciples! :)
Leviticus 25: 18-23 really spoke to me today. God will always provide even in times of rest. They didn’t have to worry about the food they would eat because God would provide enough, so much more that it would support them for 3 years. Reminds me of the verse 2 Corinthians 9: 8 And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work.
Matthew 28: 20 is such a wonderful reminder “And be sure of this: I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” I feel like Jesus told them this because he knew the things they would face (persecution) and he wanted them to hold on to the truth of him being there always. God is soo good!
Millicent, reminds me of Malachi 3:10 as well
Yes! Thanks for sharing He saved! :)
Wow, looking forward to studying Malachi!
Love this!
It impacted me to see how God planned for a year of “rest for the land” every seven years. He obviously values rest in season and wants us to as well. Yet our culture (even the Christian one) seems to value constant productivity and service over true sabbath rest. Rest isn’t just about a break, it reminds us that God is our provider – not the land or our good work.
I had never thought of it that way, but practicing Sabbath rest is one way we can show our trust in God and His provision!
Amen! Wonderful perspective
I love reading about the jubilee. It is such a picture of Christ, the year of jubilee like a year of grace. There are no worries, no shortages, it is all provided for – you simply enjoy! What a contrast from a life enslaved by the world and sin. Jubilee is really joy with excitement: we had so much to rejoice about when we got saved. Work, responsibility, all the difficult parts of human life – they were basically free from. They could return to their possessions and family, and that is like salvation today – going home to our real family, all the believers in Christ, who has set us free. Hallelujah, may we just be living this jubilee reality each day.
My favorite part… “And surely I am with you always…” LOVE.