Good morning, God’s children! It’s Friday!

Peace on earth, good will toward men.

What an incredible amount of uncertainty and anxiety in the world today.
•Terrorist acts and specific calls against Christians during our ultimate annual celebration. Our cherished way of life is under attack.
•Atrocities in many countries including the highly publicized victims in Aleppo. The world seems to have its fair share of tyrants.
•New President election verified but shrouded in doubt, concern, rumor of tampering/hacking/manipulation. It feels like the entire nation has resorted to less professional behavior.

Breathe. Inhale for 3 seconds through your nose, exhale for 6 seconds through your mouth. Repeat 2 more times.

Pray. We all do this differently but ACTS (Adoration, Confession, Thanksgiving, Supplication) is a good place to start if you don’t have a routine.

Focus. What’s important? What can you do in your life; at home, at work, in your community to make a positive difference and spread the message of peace?

1 Peter 3:9-11
9 Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult. On the contrary, repay evil with blessing, because to this you were called so that you may inherit a blessing. 10 For, whoever would love life and see good days must keep their tongue from evil and their lips from deceitful speech. 11 They must turn from evil and do good, they must seek peace and pursue it.

1 Peter 5:7
Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.

Romans 14:19
Let us therefore make every effort to do what leads to peace and to mutual edification.

Philippians 4:6-7
6 Do not be anxious about anything but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.

Isaiah 9:6
For to us a child is born, to us a son is given and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.

Have a blessed weekend and a Merry Christmas!