How do i respond when life gets tough - Psalm 11
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This document is a series of summaries and excerpts from the book of Psalms that address how to respond when life gets tough. It suggests that we can trust in God and take refuge in Him during difficult times, as the Psalms affirm. Specifically, it advises not giving in to frustration, fear, or failure, but instead putting one's trust in God who reigns from His holy temple, observes mankind, and will allow the righteous to see His face. The overall message is that when foundations are destroyed, the righteous can lean on and roll upon God as their refuge.
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The Grove Free Evangelical Church newsletter announces upcoming prayer meetings, church member meetings, and fellowship events in January 2020. These include a New Year's Eve celebration, fellowship tea, prayer breakfast, and Bible study meetings. The newsletter provides the service schedule, duty officer and accommodator rotas, and dates for leadership team and church member meetings. It encourages members to use the new suggestions board and provides contact details.
GFEC Newsletter December 2019
The newsletter summarizes upcoming events at Grove Free Evangelical Church in December, including carol services, prayer meetings, and special services. It highlights the church's Carol Singing event with the Wantage Silver Band on December 20th from 6-7:30 pm. The newsletter also provides the scripture reading and speaker for each Sunday service throughout the month.
GFEC Newsletter November 2019
The Grove Free Evangelical Church newsletter provides information about upcoming events and services in November. There will be a fellowship tea on November 2nd, a Persecuted Church service on November 3rd featuring a speaker from Barnabus Fund, and a Remembrance Sunday service on November 10th. The newsletter also includes schedules for accommodation, duties, prayer meetings and missionary giving. CoffeePlus bible study meetings will be held on various Wednesdays discussing Creation, Exodus and other biblical topics.
GFEC Newsletter July 2019
The Grove Free Evangelical Church newsletter announces upcoming fellowship and prayer meetings in July, including a fellowship tea on July 6th and the annual general meeting on July 31st. It provides the scripture reading and sermon topics for Sunday services. The newsletter also includes duty rotas, dates for CoffeePlus meetings, and a reminder for AGM reports and the next newsletter submission deadline.
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This newsletter from Grove Free Evangelical Church announces upcoming events in June, including a World Day of Prayer service, Father's Day service, and extravaganza event with other local churches. It provides details on weekly prayer meetings and Bible study groups. The newsletter also lists duty officers and accommodators for Sunday services and invites submissions for the July newsletter.
GFEC Newsletter May 2019
The newsletter summarizes upcoming events at Grove Free Evangelical Church in May 2019. It includes a shared lunch on May 5th to fellowship with the Brixey family and discuss a Bible passage. On May 18th, there is a "Families Matter" conference discussing children at risk globally. The newsletter also lists weekly Bible study meeting times and speakers for Sunday services, focusing on how Jesus deserves belief, changed lives, and our best efforts. It concludes with reminders of newsletter submission deadlines and contact details.
GFEC Newsletter March 2019
The newsletter provides information about upcoming events at Grove Free Evangelical Church in March 2019, including prayer meetings on Sundays, a fellowship tea on March 2nd, and a passion play performance on April 12th. It also lists the duty and accommodator rotas for Sundays in March and details for various small group meetings. The dates are highlighted for World Day of Prayer on March 1st and other church services and activities led by members of the congregation during the month.
GFEC Newsletter February 2019
The Grove Free Evangelical Church newsletter provides information about upcoming events and activities in February 2019. It announces that a Bible study course led by Pauline Selhi will take place on various weeknights at members' homes. It also lists the duty officer and accommodator rotas for Sunday services, and advertises a quiz night fundraiser for a pilgrim home on March 16th. The newsletter schedules Sunday worship services and midweek meetings in February, including speakers, prayer meetings, and a women's group, to build community and study scripture together.
GFEC Newsletter January 2019
The Grove Free Evangelical Church newsletter provides information on upcoming events and services for January 2019. This includes prayer meetings on Sundays, a church members meeting, a concert to support Cornerstone ministries, and a New Year's Eve celebration. The newsletter also provides the schedule for speakers and prayer leaders at the 10:30am Sunday services, as well as locations and topics for the weekly CoffeePlus meetings. Dates are given for fellowship activities like the Cornerstone tea and a New Year's Day walk.
GFEC Newsletter December 2018
The Grove Free Evangelical Church newsletter announces upcoming December community and church events, including a community carols event on December 21st featuring a procession with lanterns and a donkey, a nativity scene display, and refreshments. The newsletter also provides the church service schedule for December, listing the speakers and topics for each Sunday, and additional community and prayer meetings taking place that month.
GFEC Newsletter October 2018
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GFEC Newsletter September 2018
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GFEC Newsletter August 2018
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GFEC Newsletter July 2018
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Physical Harm in Dreams Lucid dreaming is fundamentally safe. In a lucid dream, everything is a creation of your mind. Therefore, nothing in the dream can physically harm you. Despite the vividness and realness of the dream experience, it remains entirely within your mental landscape, posing no physical danger.
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Feeling Tired After Lucid Dreaming Some people report feeling tired after lucid dreaming. This tiredness is not due to the dreams themselves but often results from not getting enough sleep or using techniques that disrupt sleep patterns. Taking breaks and ensuring adequate sleep can prevent this.
Mental Exhaustion Lucid dreaming can be mentally taxing if practiced excessively without breaks. It’s important to balance lucid dreaming with regular sleep to avoid mental fatigue.
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Dear readers,
This month we continue with more inspiring talks from the Global Spirituality Mahotsav that was held from March 14 to 17, 2024, at Kanha Shanti Vanam.
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- 3. ‘Big Questions from the Psalms’ Why are the nations so angry? Why do they waste their time with futile plans? Psalm 2:1 NLT O LORD, why do you stand so far away? Why do you hide when I need you the most? Psalm 10:1
- 4. ‘Big Questions from the Psalms’ Why do the wicked get away with despising God? Psalm 10:13 NLT My God, my God! Why have you forsaken me? Why do you remain so distant? Why do you ignore my cries for help? Psalm 22:1
- 5. New Series ‘Big Questions from the Psalms’ Today How should I respond when life gets tough? Psalm 11
- 6. Give in to your frustration Flee like a bird to your mountain Psalm 11:1b
- 7. Give in to your fear for look, the wicked bend their bows; they set their arrows against the strings to shoot from the shadows at the upright in heart Psalm 11:2
- 8. Give in to your failure When the foundations are being destroyed, what can the righteous do?" Psalm 11:3
- 9. We can trust the LORD In the LORD I take refuge Psalm 11:1 In the LORD put I my trust (AV) Take refuge – Psalm 46:1 Lean on – Prov 3:5 Roll upon – Psalm 22:8
- 10. The LORD who prays for us The LORD is in His holy temple Psalm 11:4a Therefore He is able to save completely those who come to God through him, because He always lives to intercede for them Hebrews 7:25
- 11. The LORD who reigns supreme the LORD is on his heavenly throne Psalm 11:4a
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