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Donkey Kong mural in Concord, New Hampshire

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The Shagrooms Part 3

A look inside the home of Rick James

His Los Angeles home as featured in Better Homes and Gardens magazine issue #420 August 1979

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thenationalpool · 10 months

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💪Day 2: Lay Down Your Burdens 💪

Have you ever encountered something in your life that felt so difficult to get through? When you think of the word "burden" what comes to mind? In my 38 years of living I have moved 18 times. That's a lot of moving! Y'all I have had to lift suitcases, boxes, bags, and more during each move that would leave me panting, sweaty, and tired at the end of each moving day. Eventually I heard about the minimalism movement and was first on board to downsize my belongings! 🤣

Sometimes there are times when we have a burden that we can't simply lay down like a heavy box:

❤️‍🩹Money is tight and we have to take on an extra job.

❤️‍🩹A loved one becomes ill and we fill with dread and worry over medical bills.

❤️‍🩹The pressure from University feels so great as you juggle all of your coursework and life.

❤️‍🩹A new job leaves you unfulfilled and you question if you're fulfilling your purpose in life.

❤️‍🩹The news leaves you reeling after hearing negative topic after negative topic.

❤️‍🩹The pandemic has left you exhausted, burned out, and worried about catching the virus.

On and on our burdens can become trying as we go through life. You're not alone. We all face burdens that feel heavy on our hearts and minds. Today I encourage you to remember that God did not intend for you to go through life to carry everything yourself. The pressure and stress of life is not yours alone to bear. God wants you to lay your burdens and worries at his feet. He wants you to turn to him in prayer. Tell Him all of your fears! Share with Him the things that are weighing you down. There is NOTHING on this earth that is too much for the Lord to handle!

✏️Day 2 Homework: ✏️

Think about the things that feel heavy and burdensome in your life. Take time to pray to God and cast those worries to Him. If you're struggling with praying for help from God try saying this prayer aloud:

Heavenly Father,

Right now there are things in my life that feel so difficult and trying. There are things that I'm carrying around that weigh heavy on my heart. Be with me, Lord. Lift this burden of stress so that my heart may be light and at ease. You, Lord, can take away the stress of this burden because I know You can do anything. You are my Savior, the light of this world, and the Creator of all things. Bless me and walk with me, always.

In Jesus' name I pray. Amen! 🙏😇

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