Slow Down

Published: March 1, 2021, midnight

b'God\\u2019s Word, the Bible, is the source of all truth. No matter what we\\u2019re feeling or facing, we can run to Scripture to find answers.\\nFeeling unloved? Remember God sent His Son to die to save you (John 3:16).\\nFeeling down? Remember God\\u2019s people have faced hard things all throughout time and He has been with them through it all\\u2014as seen in countless accounts in the Bible.\\nFeeling stressed? Remember God even takes care of birds and has promised to take care of His people (Matthew 6:25-26).\\nFeeling persecuted? Remember the apostle Paul and many others were often persecuted for their faith. We expect persecution when we share the gospel, but we do not live in fear because Jesus is with us (Luke 12:11-12; John 15:18-25).\\nFeeling worried? Remember God sees you and knows you and knows the future (Romans 8:28; 1 Peter 5:7; 1 John 3:20).\\nWhen you are feeling any kind of fear or pain, remember God is with you (Matthew 28:20). When you are feeling nervous about the decisions you have to make, when you are trying to figure out how to respond to those who are being cruel to you, or whatever it is you are facing, look to Him for guidance. He\\u2019s given us His Word, which is filled with the true story of how He is bringing salvation from sin and death for all who put their trust in Him. In its pages, we find answers, encouragement, and hope to help us respond in a God-honoring way in any situation. When you are feeling unloved, down, stressed, or persecuted, God\\u2019s Word can help you through it. \\u2022 Bethany Acker\\n\\u2022 What Scripture passages do you love most?\\n\\u2022 What questions do you have about the Bible? Who are trusted Christians in your life\\u2014such as pastors, parents, counselors, or teachers\\u2014who you can bring those questions to? \\nAll Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness. 2 Timothy 3:16 (NIV)\\n\\xa0\\nRead Verses:\\nMatthew 11:28-30; Luke 10:38-42'