Mentoring Matters

“Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature” Mark 16:15

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This week on Mentoring Matters, Janie and Sharon discuss how the world’s culture has invaded the church.

We have become comfortable with simply inviting people to church so they can hear the gospel rather than being responsible for sharing the gospel with them ourselves. In the conversation, we discuss the reasons why we have become afraid to share in the marketplace.

As you listen, look for ways that fear may dictate how you speak to others and the compromise it may be causing in your Christian walk. Examine your foundation to find where you can be strengthened in Christ. Using God’s word to apply Biblical principles, position, instruction, and confirmation of Biblical truth, and develop Bible-based beliefs.

“Let all bitterness, wrath, anger, clamor, and evil speaking be put away from you…be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God in Christ forgave you” Eph. 4:31-32

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Everyone has basic needs, but when they are not met, and then anger and hurt often ensue. Over the course of time, unmet needs are stored in a part of the brain that remembers the negativity in life that triggers anger.

Along with needs, people are entitled to basic rights, but when those rights are violated, then hurt and anger are the emotional responses.

If anger is a troubling point that you are dealing with, then listen in to see if you can find the solution to the root of anger in your life.

“A sound heart is life to the body, but envy is rottenness to the bones” Proverbs 14:30

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Anger is one of the most basic emotions that traps our hearts and adds more negative emotions to our problems, starting a roller coaster ride taking us up and down through,

. Confusion in our beliefs,

. Suspicions regarding others because we have assumed conclusions without having all the facts,

. Relying on partial truths that attack our thinking with lies we believe to be true.

To get off this roller coaster ride, the book of Proverbs in the Bible offers very practical wisdom with truths that transform rather than leaning to our own understanding, in overcoming and escaping The Danger of Anger

“Do not associate with a man given to anger, or go with a hot-tempered man, or you will learn his ways and find a snare for yourself.” Proverbs 22:24-25

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Anger begins with an EXPECTATION of what we want, think we need, shocked at something or someone that causes pain to us. We all battle anger at some point.

Telling a person to control their anger is like trying to pet a porcupine – porcupines are best left alone, and so are those who are chronically angry. Some people who are angry blow up, and some clam up and later build up so much that they explode.

God’s love, shown through gentleness, is anger harnessed. If anger can flare quickly in your life, but leaves very slowly, join in the conversation today to understand the good and the danger of anger.

“Be angry, and do not sin. Mediate within your heart on your bed, and be still.” Psalms 4:4

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So many physical functions within the body occur during the hours of sleep. Going to bed with a hot temper, or maybe just frustrated, irritated, or annoyed, will keep the body from resting and restoring a person to meet the challenges of a new day. We go against the very design given by our Creator.

Now is a great time to evaluate and examine how to recognize the little signs and symptoms that cause us to choose to handle matters “MY WAY”.   We cover the pain of hurt, rejection, and loss by DOING something that dulls that ache in our hearts. Yes, that can give us temporary relief, but those hurts get buried deep inside the building for an explosion and poison our thinking.

Develop the art from the counsel given in the Scripture that begins with BEING STILL.

“All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness.” 2 Timothy 3:16

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We hear people quote this verse and then turn around and refuse to apply these very words in their lives. The Bible is GOD breathed; they are His words in the original text, but don’t use words of wisdom on me when I am bitter from circumstances that make me anxious, angry, and unforgiving.

To replace bitterness with peace, we ought to listen to His Words; they do matter.  It is important to guard our words.  Communicating with a conscience effort to be sure that what is said is what is heard, with the meaning that is intended, otherwise we ignore the Grace of God.

Join us in today’s conversation as we dig into why words matter in going from anxiety to peace.

“Be Anxious for Nothing but in Everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving let your request be made known” Philippians 4:6

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In these changing times, problems are commonplace, and anxieties can overwhelm. These words, “Be Anxious for Nothing,” address a situation within the church at Philippi between 2 women. The resolve was to be anxious for nothing and go to God for everything.

Whether then or now, the Word of God remains timeless for the solutions to live in peace and be a guard for our hearts and minds.

Let’s relieve the stress and tension that resides within us today as we apply the counsel from the Scriptures to live free from FEAR and Anxiety.

“Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God.” Philippians 4:6

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We quote this verse a lot and probably think we are applying the Scripture in our circumstances the way the Apostle Paul described.

However, we need to take a closer look at the details. Paul uses absolute words, such as NOTHING, not just a little bit sometimes. He further declares ALWAYS – there is to be a consistency in our thoughts originating in PRAYER; expressed through supplication and thanksgiving. Then, we are ready to make our request known by the manner that He longs to hear and answer.

Today, let’s dive into what keeps us from taking the Words of Jesus, written by Paul, to see what it takes to make a really great faithful servant that is ANXIOUS FOR NOTHING.

“Hear, O Lord, when I cry with my voice! Have mercy also upon me, and answer me. When you said, “Seek My Face,” My heart said to You, “Your Face, Lord, I will seek.” Psalms 27:7-8

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When we are drawn by the mercies of God and our salvation is secure and complete, we are just beginning the progression of growing in grace and knowledge as we apply the Scriptures to our daily lives.

There are essentials for establishing our Father’s will in fulfilling our maturity that is well pleasing to Him, and it is easy to accept a path of comfort and miss the Master’s best.

Join our discussion as we evaluate the stepping stones to maturity.

“You are complete in him, who is the he of all principles and power.” Colossians 2:9b

It is very important to know the Person that has authority over all living matters and the power to keep us in the most difficult circumstances where we need security and safety for ourselves, our families, and from authorities that can hold us hostage with their power.

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Today, we reflect on how we find ourselves in places of no escape; we see what happens when we try to fix our problems on our own.

We struggle with how to trust our authority, Jesus Christ, who allows various trials to come to those that He loves – doesn’t He have the power to keep us safe?

When WE CAN’T, HE CAN. Our guide is found in the words of Jesus Christ, Himself.

Since His words are true and trusting. Join us as explore how being COMPLETE IN HIM keeps our guaranteed hope alive.