God has a word for you!
Who of you who are teetering on the edge of Freak-Out and for those of you who already have plunged over that cliff!
His word comes through the psalmist in Psalm 131:2. "But I have stilled and quieted my soul; like a weaned child with its mother." Oh, the simplicity of being still; sitting down and being quiet in the middle of chaos is the way to regain your composure and strengthen your heart.
How quiet is your soul?
Your soul is your mind and emotions. And if you're like most people, your soul is running all over the place! Maybe you've mastered the art of sitting down physically and even appearing to be quiet. But on the inside, your soul is charging ahead -- making plans and thinking about everything that has to be done. Any sisters and brothers out there?
I liken it to the perpetual little Ms. Pac Man -- running all over the place trying to gobble up all those stress ghosts before they gobble you!
How about you?
Are the stressors of life jerking you around, leaving you agitated and jumpy?
Well, I invite you to take a stress break. Quiet your emotions. Quiet your soul.
"Be still and know that He is God." (Psalm 46:10)
Yes, be very still and really know that He is God!
So right now, I'm going to take a few moments to deep breathe.
Instead of charging frantically ahead to the next stress-stop,
I'm sprinting into the arms of my God.
He's the only One who can quiet my spirit and settle my nerves.
Let's Pray Lord,
I'm catching my breath; I'm catching my breath in You.
Instead of charging ahead with my plans, I'm rushing to You!
Teach me how to be still and know You are God!
In Jesus' name, Amen
Throughout the day, deep breathe the name of Jesus as you quiet yourself.
Thank Him regularly for calming your heart and being your strength.
The Vine knows being still is perhaps the most difficult thing you'll ever do.
The Vine encourages you to take time each day to be still in the arms of God.
He will bless you in this determination to come before Him on a daily basis.
You'll be surprised at the joy and peace you'll discover by being obedient to God in His calling to come away with Him, by yourself, to this quiet place.
Life is very busy at Gateway;
So let's Talk
It's beginning to look alot like a garden.Today Bonnie and the posy were a busy today. Monty brought the tiller and made a few more rows . Eddie Carroll had the big tractor out there and was tilling up a storm.
See Bonnie or Cherry if you have anything to offer in this area.
The chili cook off is coming soon. Your pot of chili needs to be to the church by 5.00 pm Friday March 27Th. Judging begins at 5.15. The Vine is not sure who the judges are. Eddie Carroll is the reigning champ.
This may be the year of change. Where have I heard that.
The church wide All SIng is the same night. Sound check will begin at 5.50 . Please have your performances material to Connie 817-726-5943 or Monty 817-559-4454 by Wednesday. It does not have to be singing, if you have a poem and a reading or some other talent you would like to share, please come and shine for the glory of the Lord.
Sunday night the 29th CC will be speaking at Southside Baptist Church. The time is 6.00 pm. CC has asked that the church be represented. See you there.
Todd Solomon gave a very meaningful message Sunday. Our relationship with out earthly father affects our realationship with out heavenly father. This is a very thoughtful topic. It is a positive view and we have the choice to make our relationship stronger than ever.
We can choose to praise.
Lean a Hand ; Bring a Can. The food Pantry is open for donation. List of item are ,but not limited to: Can Meat,can milk, paper products, shampoos and personal items. This is a short list of items that are needed. Thank You for your continued help.
Shirley Goodrich is doing a great job with the bulletin .You can email her with announcements
shirleygoodrich@yahoo.comPlease do so by Thursday to make the Sunday Bulletin.
Easter egg
hunt is coming soon. Please begin to think about your egg donations. No chocalate candies they melt and it is not pretty. Ms Johnnie is the go to gal here for this event. You can reach her by phon 817-2434663, you can reach her by mail msjohnnie@yahoo.com.
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