Bottom Line: If we ignore the past, it will show up in toxic ways in our lives and in the generations to come; but if we honestly address it, we can move forward toward health and healing.

Scripture(s): Genesis 12

Bottom Line: We develop the grace to grow outward when we have the courage to look inward.

Scripture(s): Luke 4:1-13.

BIBLE PASSAGE(S):

Matthew 23:1-12, 25-28

BOTTOM LINE: To be emotionally aware is an invitation from Jesus to be soulfully alive.

BIBLE PASSAGE(S): Matthew 1:18-25

BOTTOM LINE: Peace is not the absence of pain or messy situations, peace is a presence with the present God.

Bottom Line: When you know who you are and whose you are, you can raise your voice and move in your purpose with confidence.

Scripture(s): John 1:6-8; Psalm 126;

Bottom Line: Advent reminds us that peace is not a sentimental idea but a present reality.

Scripture(s): Psalm 85

BIBLE PASSAGE(S): Mark 13:24-37

BOTTOM LINE: We are called to seek to observe the unseen and to give sight to those that are blind.

Scripture(s): Matthew 5:11-12

Bottom Line: Persecution is the byproduct of a life lived like Jesus.

Scripture(s): Matthew 5:10

Bottom Line: Jesus invites us to follow him without

fear as we experience the blessings of his kingdom.

BIBLE PASSAGE(S) Matthew 5:9

BOTTOM LINE: Peace in you, peace around you, peace made through you.