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happy Easter friends. i’m grateful for the cross today, and that Jesus meets us where we are. i was reading the story of the two disciples on the road to Emmaus today, and was reminded of how Jesus is present in our walk with Him today. every single moment. as Jesus and the two disciples broke bread in their homes, it was then that their eyes were open to the risen Lord, right in front of them. but Jesus was there the whole time, even before they realized it. may we have eyes that see, and ears to hear, the presence and voice of Christ in every moment of our lives.

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#hymn #Christ the lord is risen today #Easter

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thank you for loving me, even when i’m still learning how to

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#haven quartet #shall we gather at the river #hymns #gospel music #🖤

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Depression Needs to Be Acknowledged  The biggest mistake that believers make is feeling ashamed of and hiding their depression. Sometimes, we believe a lie: that as believers in Christ, we can never feel disillusioned, disappointed, or unhappy. Such thinking causes Christians to hide their negative feelings from their family, their church, and even God. However, darkness is where sin dwells and evil triumphs. Light overcomes darkness. Sin or negative feelings can be overcome by God’s light.  The first way to conquer disillusionment, disappointment, or depression is by bringing these emotions into the light. In other words, we need to be honest with ourselves about our feelings. We must also be honest with God. He is not displeased with us when we are disappointed or disillusioned. The devil lies to us by telling us to hide our negative feelings in shame. However, we should expose them.  Satan prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking whom to devour. Satan is a nasty player; Scripture reminds us to be aware of his strategies. He hits us when we are down, alone, and isolated. When we hide our depression in shame, the devil comes and delivers the final blow. That is why the worst outcomes result when we handle our emotional struggles alone. We need to acknowledge when we are depressed, accept this state of mind as part of our human condition, and seek help. Do not be ashamed of feeling down, disappointed, or depressed. Do not feel afraid to confess that you are experiencing these emotions. Go to God in prayer and tell Him how you feel. Also, tell your family or your trusted friends. Do not be embarrassed to ask for prayer and ask for help. Scripture tells us to ask, and we will receive. We can be honest with others about our needs, including the emotional ones.   So, do not isolate yourself. Do not hesitate to pick up the phone and call a Christian friend. Tell him or her, “You know what? I am discouraged today.” It is OK not to be OK. Do not be afraid to admit that to others around you. Do not be embarrassed to use the word depression, either. If you are depressed, tell someone about it. Be transparent. This kind of transparency allows others to help you and to speak God’s truth into your life.

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“Therefore, since God in His mercy has given us this ministry, we do not lose heart.” —2 Corinthians 4:1 (BSB)

“God’s Mercy Frees You to Serve” By Rick Warren:

“You were created to make a contribution with your life, not to just exist and live only for yourself. God shaped you to serve him, and it’s all because of his mercy.

Paul said in 2 Corinthians 4:1: “Since God in His mercy has given us this ministry, we do not lose heart” (BSB).

Some people think “ministry” is a churchy word. It’s something only ministers do. But anytime you use the talents, gifts, and abilities God has given you to help somebody else, you’re doing ministry. Even your job can be your ministry—whether you’re an accountant, teacher, or truck driver!

When you understand that everything God does through you is because of his mercy, two things happen:

You don’t have to prove your worth. Do you ever try to prove your worth through your work? Maybe you think that the more successful you are, the more valuable you are. But your worth has nothing to do with your work. Instead, your worth is found in the fact that God made you, loves you, and sent Jesus to die for you. Understanding God’s mercy takes you off the performance track.

You don’t have to wallow in your mistakes. We’ve all made mistakes. We’ve all sinned. But because of God’s mercy, you don’t have to dwell on your past. You can repent and turn away from your sin. Your past doesn’t have to hold you back from doing the work God has given you to do.

In fact, God has never used a perfect person—because there aren’t any, except for Jesus Christ. When you look through the Bible, you’ll find all kinds of people who God used despite their mistakes. Jacob was a chronic liar; Rahab was a prostitute; Jonah was fearful and reluctant; Martha worried a lot; the Samaritan woman had several failed marriages; Peter was impulsive; Moses, David, and Paul were all guilty of murder. Yet God used each person in incredible ways.

So there’s nothing that would prevent God from using you. Because of God’s great mercy, you can live out God’s purpose for your life.”

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I walk with God, I’m always relaxed

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praying for online friends is fun since it usually amounts to “Lord idk the true identity or name of ‘sephirothkinne420′ but you do, and I pray your grace for salvation will find them anyway”

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23 “‘If you can’?” said Jesus. “Everything is possible for one who believes.” Mark 9:23 https://www.instagram.com/p/CbDJz3mrmF6/?utm_medium=tumblr

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I cried to God about it because I couldn’t explain it to anyone else.