I have told you these things, so that in Me you may have [perfect] peace. In the world you have tribulation and distress and suffering, but be courageous [be confident, be undaunted, be filled with joy]' I have overcome the world." [My conquest is accomplished, My victory abiding.]

John 16:33

AMP

Jesus answered, "I AM THE WAY and the Truth and the Life. No one comes to the Father except through me."

There will be times when things do not always set just so. If you are a child of the King, you must remember that your God is Sovereign over all your circumstances. There is nothing too hard for God.

Jesus said He is the only way to God the Father. Some people may argue that this way is too narrow. In reality, it is wide enough for the whole world, if the world chooses to accept it.

Keep the faith, God knows your name and sees what you are going through. Remember there is nothing too hard for God.

Blessings,

Presiding Elder Barbara Hayes

Jesus Calling | LAB

Fear not, for I am with you. This is both a command and a promise. Fear, worry, and anxiety are often sin. When the God who rules over the nations as described in Isaiah 41:2-4, the God who chose us and loves us as described in Isaiah 41:8-9, when that God tells us fear not, we must take it seriously!

We are much more prone to fear and discouragement when we are alone. But we are never alone because God has declared, fear not, for I am with you.

Blessings,

Presiding Elder Barbara Hayes

Jesus Calling | LAB

Approach each new day with the desire to find Me!

Every morning as you rise, rise with the desire to search for the LORD your God. "You will seek Me and find Me when you seek Me with all your heart. I will be found by you," declares the LORD. Jer. 29:13, 14

Add Him to your schedule first and foremost. Thank Him, and ask Him to be with you throughout the day. Remember to include Him in everything, not just one thing, but EVERYTHING.

When the day is done, you'll see just how wonderful it was to have Jesus share the day with you.

Blessings,

Presiding Elder Barbara Hayes

Jesus Calling | LAB

Do you ever think that because you aren't good enough for God, He will not Save you?

Do you ever feel as if salvation is for everyone else but you?

News flash!! God gave His Son for you, He isn't going to hold back the gift of salvation from you! If Christ gave His life for you, He isn't going to turn around and condemn you! He will not withhold anything you need to live for Him.

Remember, He is the Creator of all things, and there's nothing too hard for Him. He offers you an abundant life, trust in Him. There is nothing too hard that the Creator cannot fix.

Blessings,

Presiding Elder Barbara Hayes

Jesus Calling | LAB

Jesus said, "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light." Mat. 11:28-30.

Know this, only He can forgive you of your sins, take you in, and lead you into His Righteousness.

Whenever you are ready, remember Jesus is waiting.

Blessings,

Elder Barbara Hayes

Jesus Calling | LAB

"The LORD gives strength to His people; the LORD blesses His people with peace."

When you have made up your mind that in Christ you live, you are welcome in the presence of God, the presence that will never leave you nor forsake you. In His presence, you never walk alone.

In His presence, there is joy forevermore, safe and secure under the covering of the LORD. Practice the discipline of walking consciously with Him throughout your day.

Blessings,

Elder Barbara Hayes

Jesus Calling | NIV

In the LORD's presence is the right place to put our minds.

"Finally, brethren, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy—meditate on these things."

In the presence of God, there is peace and joy. What Paul describes here is a practical way to bring every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ.

For in His presence, there is joy forevermore.

Blessings,

Presiding Elder Barbara Hayes

Jesus Calling | FLSB

How to know God. Does anyone have an excuse for not believing in God? The Bible answers an emphatic no. God has revealed what He is like in and through His creation. Nature shows us a God of might, intelligence, and intricate detail; a God of order and beauty; and a God who controls powerful forces.

We learn through special revelation, the Bible about God's love and forgiveness, and the promise of eternal life.

Every person, therefore, either accepts or rejects God.

Don't be fooled. When the day comes for God to judge your response to Him, no excuses will be accepted.

Begin today to give your devotion and worship to Him.

Blessings,

Presiding Elder Barbara Hayes

TWFYT | FLSB | LAB

Sometimes, less is more. Do you need to reduce? Self-sufficiency is an enemy when it causes us to believe we can always do what needs to be done in our strength. In the Bible, to prevent this attitude among Gideon's soldiers, God reduced their number from 32,000 to 300. With an army this small, there could be no doubt that victory was from God.

Sometimes, less is more. Remember when someone tells you how big their problem is, remind them of how big their God is.

Blessings,

Presiding Elder Barbara Hayes