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Finding Peace Through God. Philippians 4:6-9. Trust Him. “ Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving ” (Phi. 4:6) What does worrying accomplishes in your life ? A waste of your time and energy. Lack of Faith in God .
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Finding Peace Through God Philippians 4:6-9
Trust Him • “Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving” (Phi. 4:6) • What does worrying accomplishes in your life? • A waste of your time and energy. • Lack of Faith in God. • What is the definition of worrying? • It is a doubt that God will see you through a situation in your life.
Trust Him “Therefore humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you in due time, 7casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you.” (1 Peter 5:6-7) “Let not your heart be troubled; you believe in God, believe also in Me. (John 14:1)
Pray to Him • “But in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made know to God;” (Phi. 4:6) • “Doesn’t God already know everything about us… why do we need to tell him?” • Consider 2 Thoughts • Communication builds our relationship with God. • Phi. 4:6 Is a command. • How do we obtain this “peace of God, which surpasses all understanding” • Prayer and Supplication
Meditate on Him • Phi. 4:8-9 • “Thought control” or “Godly Thoughts will Lead to Godly Actions.” • If we want peace in our lives the ANSWER is GOD! • 2 lessons to learn from Vs. 9. • “these do,” (and what?) “and the God of peace will be with you.” • “These Do” is a command.
Finding Peace Through God Philippians 4:6-9