Empower Yourself

Take a moment of silence for those that lost loved ones on 9/11. Let's ask that they continue to keep faith and to be given the strength to carry on. 

Positive word of the day- empowerment- the process of becoming stronger and more confident, especially in controlling one's life and claiming one's rights.

Quote of the day- "When you can't control what's happening, challenge yourself to control the way you respond to what's happening. That's where your power is."- Unknown

Scripture of the day- Psalm 147:3 He Heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds. 

Empower yourself today and encourage someone tomorrow. Saturday is National Day of Encouragement! Take out the time to uplift others and shine a positive light on people that need a little extra sunshine. 

To learn more about National Day of Encouragement click here. https://nationaldaycalendar.com/national-day-of-encouragement/#:~:text=September%2012th%20recognizes%20the%20National,and%20making%20a%20positive%20impact.

Follow the link below for tips to empower yourself. 

https://thriveglobal.com/stories/eight-tips-to-empower-yourself-and-create-the-change/

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You Can Trust Me

Adapted from the resource Hearing from God Each Morning - by Joyce Meyer

One of the greatest ways God will sometimes speak to us is by giving us a deep, unshakeable peace. You might be facing situations where everyone around you is telling you to trust God and be at peace, but you’re struggling to actually let go of the worry. Fears are constantly screaming at you, unnerving you, and threatening you. Friends are saying, “Everything’s going to be okay,” but you find that hard to believe. If this is what you’re facing, I have been there. In 1989, I went to the doctor for a regular checkup. He discovered a fast-growing type of cancer, and recommended surgery immediately.

After I received this news, I struggled with tremendous fear, had trouble sleeping, and there were many times when anxiety hit me so hard that I thought I might fall down. No matter how many of my family members or friends reassured me, I still battled severe fear until about 3am one morning, when God spoke deep inside my heart and said, “Joyce, you can trust Me.” After that, I didn’t experience any sickening fear again. I was still a bit apprehensive as I waited for test results, but I was no longer terrified. I knew I was in God’s hands and whatever happened, He would take care of me.

As it turned out, I didn’t need further treatment after surgery. I ended up thankful instead of fearful, and that can happen in any situation when we receive the love and comfort of God.

If you’re dealing with a lot of fear and anxiety right now, I encourage you to ask Him to help you hear His voice and receive His peace, and He will. If He did it for me, He’ll do it for you!

Prayer Starter: Lord, please help me hear Your voice above the voice of fear. Thank You in advance for giving me the ability to trust You and to have peace in the middle of this storm. In Jesus’ Name, amen.