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Coping Strategies: Tools for Everyday Life.

Author: Jefferson O Imgbi

Date: Sunday, 03 November 2024

Key Bible Verse: "Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest."     
— Matthew 11:28

Affirmation: "I embrace peace, rest, and hope, trusting I am never alone in my journey." 

Series Title: Coping Strategies: Tools for Everyday Life. Part 1 

The Sure Word for Today

In the middle of life's demands and challenges, God invites you to rest in His presence. Resting in God is not merely physical but spiritual—letting go of your burdens and entrusting them to Him. Just like Elijah, who was weary and exhausted after fleeing from Queen Jezebel, you can find rest in God's embrace. Elijah experienced divine rest under a juniper tree, where God renewed his strength (1 Kings 19:4-8). Today, God offers you the same rejuvenation when you seek Him. Look around, and you will find your juniper tree.

Resting in God's presence means more than taking a break; it is actively seeking His peace. Your mind can find tranquillity when you cast your anxieties on Him. God knows your deepest concerns and invites you to lean on Him for strength. Through prayer, worship, and meditation on His Word, you can experience a sense of relief from the burdens of life. Just as Jesus promised rest to the weary in Matthew 11:28, He promises you rest today.

You do not have to carry your struggles alone. God is ready to lift your heavy burdens and give you peace that surpasses understanding. His presence is a place of refuge where you can find renewal for your soul. Whether it is through quiet moments in prayer or simply sitting in silence before Him, rest assured that He is your source of strength, hope, and rest.

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Connect

I know life can feel overwhelming at times, but there is a place of peace available to you. When you come into God's presence, it is like stepping out of the storm and into a calm shelter.]

Extend

Just as Jesus withdrew to the mountains to pray and find rest (Luke 5:16), you also have permission to step away from your anxieties and find rest in God. It is not only OK but necessary.

Reflection And Application

Have you found time to rest in God's presence lately? Set aside moments today to pause, breathe, and give your burdens to God. Rest is not a luxury; it is essential for your well-being and spiritual growth.

Inspirational Quote by Jefferson O Imgbi

“True rest begins when you stop striving and start trusting. In your quiet surrender, you will find peace and strength.”

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Let Us Pray

Heavenly Father, I come to You, weary and burdened. I surrender all my struggles and anxieties to You, trusting that in Your presence, I will find rest for my soul. Renew my strength as I place my hope in You. Teach me to be still, to trust, and to rely on Your everlasting arms. Help me walk through each day with peace and clarity, knowing You are with me always. Thank You for being my refuge and strength. In Jesus' name, Amen.