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Storm

11/14/2015

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There are times when each of us feels caught in the wind and waves of a great storm.  We feel like the disciples in a boat tossed about by wind and waves in the middle of the night.  But then Jesus comes to us and his presence calms the storm.  If, like Peter, we are floundering in the waves, then Christ reaches down and pulls us to safety.  In the tumult and turmoil, there is still the Lord of Love who comes to us to still the storm and calm the seas.  He still reaches out to take hold of us with His arms of love.  In Christ there is a peace that passes all understanding and a hope that lights the sky like a rainbow following a storm.  Take a moment and listen in your heart for His voice and reach for His hand.
 
(Verse of the week)
God is our refuge and strength and ever-present help in trouble.  Therefore, we will not fear, though the earth give way And the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, Though its waters roar and foam And the mountains quake with their surging.  Be still and know that I am God . . . (Psalm 46.1-3,10)
 
(Prayer of the week)
Gracious God of love and mercy, thank you that in any storm there is stillness in your arms of love and hope surrounded by your power.  Strengthen me to face the challenges of life.  And may your love fill my life that I can be a beacon of hope to those around me.  In everything I do may others see your love and grace in me. Amen. 
 
Have a great week!  -Pastor TJ
 
(quote of the week)
The way to happiness: Keep your heart free from hate, your mind free from worry. Live simply, expect little, give much. Fill your life with love. Scatter sunshine. Forget self, think of others. Do as you would be done by. Try this for a week and you will be surprised -- Norman Vincent Peale

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