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Encouraging, comforting, and urging you to live lives worthy of God, who calls you into his kingdom and glory. (1 Thess. 2:12 NIV)

Trust

cast all your anxiety on him

Cast All of Your Anxiety on Him – 1 Peter 5:7

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There are so many things that we can allow to cause us to worry. But God tells us to cast all of that anxiety on him. He does care for us.

God is my salvation

God is my Salvation. I Will Not Be Afraid – Isaiah 12:2

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God is my salvation. He is my strength and defense. No matter what this world may bring against me, I am secure in God and will trust in him.

Conspiracy theories

Conspiracy Theories Abound – Isaiah 8:12

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Conspiracy theories abound in the world today. But as believers, we should trust in God rather than get caught up in fear over these theories.

Do not worry

Sermon on the Mount: Do Not Worry – Matthew 6:25-34

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There are so many things that we could worry over, and be consumed by. But Jesus tells instead to not worry, but trust in God's provision.

Treasure in heaven

Sermon on the Mount: Treasure in Heaven – Matthew 6:19-24

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Jesus tells us to store up treasure in heaven, rather than worldly wealth. By serving God faithfully now, we are depositing for eternity.

where my help comes from

I Will Look To Where My Help Comes From – Psalm 121:1-2

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What do you do when you face challenges? The psalmist encourages us to look to the maker of heaven and earth, where our help comes from.

strength in the Lord

Finding Strength In the Lord – 1 Samuel 30:6

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How do you respond to distressing situations. When David found himself overwhelmed, he found strength in the Lord, trusting in God.

The Problem of Overconfidence

The Problem of Overconfidence – 1 Corinthians 10:12

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Paul's warning against overconfidence is important today. It is too easy for us to be dependent on self and, as a result, fall into sin.

The Lord is my strength and my shield

The Lord Is My Strength and Shield – Psalms 28:7

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Where do you turn when you are faced with challenges? Join with David in trusting the Lord and confessing that the Lord is my strength and shield.

kept in perfect peace

Kept in Perfect Peace – Isaiah 26:3

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In the midst of uncertain and troubling times, trust in the Lord. He will keep in perfect peace all those whose hope is in him.

Soaring on wings like an eagle

Soaring On Wings Like Eagles – Isaiah 40:28-31

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Sometimes it can be easy to think God doesn't care. But trust him. He can renew your strength so you can soar on wings like an eagle.

Lead me to the rock that is higher than I

Lead Me To the Rock That Is Higher Than I – Psalm 61:1-4

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In the midst of the turmoil, there is a place of security. David's cry to "lead me to the Rock that is higher than I" is a good response.