It has been said that love is the "circulatory system" of the body of Christ. Young people live for the temporary, and adults live for the permanent.

"Love suffers long and is kind; love does not envy; love does not parade itself, is not puffed up; does not behave rudely, does not seek its own, is not provoked, thinks no evil; does not rejoice in iniquity, but rejoices in the truth; bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things.

Love never fails." 1 Cor. 13:4-8

Blessings,

Presiding Elder Barbara Hayes

TWFYT | TWSB

When you go through deep waters and great trouble, I will be with you. When you go through rivers of difficulty, you will not drown! When you walk through the fire of oppression, you will not be burned up — the flames will not consume you. Isaiah 43:2 TLB

Blessings,

Presiding Elder Barbara Hayes

Be Still & Know

When Jesus spoke again to the people, He said, "I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life." John 8:12

There is joy everlasting in the presence of God!

Blessings,

Presiding Elder Barbara Hayes

SY Jesus Always

I'm learning to lean on Jesus. We must learn to understand and depend upon God through every difficult situation and trial.

God promises never to leave you nor forsake you. Therefore, no matter what it may look like or how it may seem, know that God is there for you to bring you safely through.

Blessings,

Presiding Elder Barbara Hayes

Be Still and Know

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” - Jeremiah 29:11

When we speak positively and affirm our faith, we shift our mindset and open our hearts to God's blessings.

Remember to speak over yourself and encourage yourself in The LORD.

Blessings,

Presiding Elder Barbara Hayes

FLSB

Courage is often associated with acts of bravery that defy typical human experience—firefighters running into a burning building, rescuing someone who has fallen into deep water, or pulling someone out of the path of a speeding vehicle. Courage can also mean delivering a speech in front of a room full of people. When we trust in God, He gives us the courage we need when the time comes. We must remember that we are never alone—God is there to carry us through.Blessings,Presiding Elder Barbara HayesBe Still and Know

Compassion is at the heart of our faith and humanity. It allows us to empathize with others, feel their pain, and offer our support and kindness. In times of hardship, compassion becomes even more vital, providing the strength and solace individuals need to navigate their struggles. Through compassion, we can fulfill the commandment to love our neighbors as ourselves.

Blessings

The Church Within You!

UCB WFT | Mat. 9:36 NKJV

Life offers many ups and many downs. Sometimes, the ugliness, pain, and disappointment box us in.

During those downtimes, we must remember who provided us with our source of strength, enabling us to press onward.

God, our heavenly Father is there to guide us through the storms. He will supply us with that much needed strength.

We must never give up nor give in, but remember that we've come too far from where we started. Trust God.

Blessings,

Presiding Elder Barbara Hayes

TWSB | The Promises of God

He predestined us for adoption to sonship through Jesus Christ, in accordance with His pleasure and will — to the praise of His glorious grace, which He has freely given. Eph. 1:5-6

In Christ Jesus every "faithful" believer has life only "in Christ Jesus."

There's a song that I belong to You, and all the praise, glory, and honor belong to You.

Blessings,

Presiding Elder Barbara Hayes

KJV

To all of your questions, Jesus is the answer, and that's it in a nut's shell.

Blessings,

Presiding Elder Barbara Hayes

TWFYT | NLT