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Lay your burdens down

 So many of us carry around the burdens of our past… things we regret saying… things we wish we had done differently... pain we may have caused others, or that was inflicted upon us. We were not meant to live with the weight of these burdens on us. God did not intend for us to carry such heaviness by ourselves. It's the enemy who comes to distract and destroy that holds our thoughts and feelings hostage in an effort keep us from living our lives in the freedom offered through Christ and it can prevent us from being all God calls us to be. Like the butterfly, we can be transformed if we let God in our hearts and accept Jesus as our Savior.

Romans 8:1 (NLT) So now there is no condemnation for those who belong to Christ Jesus.

God gives us His Word to help us...to set us free and to help remove feelings of guilt, regret, fear, doubt and other negative feelings that can weigh us down too often.

Ephesians 6:11 (HCSB) Put on the full armor of God so that you can stand against the tactics of the Devil.

Don’t listen to the lies of Satan the accuser. Christ has already paid the price for your guilt and shame at the cross. It doesn't matter what you may have done or not done! The blood of Christ has washed you clean <3

1 Peter 5:8 (ESV) Be sober-minded; be watchful.  Your adversary, the devil, prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour.

If you let him, Satan will devour you and try to steal all your joy in life. Stand strong in the knowledge that God has given us a great gift in Christ and that Satan cannot take that which is given by God! Keep your eyes focused on all that is good and pure…

Philippians 4:7 & 8 (NIV)And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds inChrist Jesus.

Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable--if anything is excellent or praiseworthy--think about such things.

Have you heard the famous quote by Lao Tzu?

“If you are depressed you are living in the past. 
If you are anxious you are living in the future. 
If you are at peace you are living in the present.”

I believe that quote! When I am feeling depressed, I find I am living in, and ruminating on the past. Equally, when I notice feelings of anxiety rise up, I find myself worrying about something that has yet to happen.

Isaiah 43:18-19 (NIV) Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the desert and streams in the wasteland.

Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV) For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.

God wants us to live in the present… too far in the past can be a problem, leaving you stuck. Too far in the future can stop you from experiencing the joy that is in this day.

Trust that God will lead your path straight to where he wants you to be. When Satan whispers thoughts of anxiety, fear, or doubt in your ear, tell him you know he is the liar and God walks with you today.

Have you checked out my new book yet?  It's simple and childlike in format yet ageless in content and inspiration :) my intent anyway :) let me know if you agree!  I know it will bless you and I'm eager to get your feedback! If you have had the opportunity to read "Heart Blessings A Children's Seek and Find" Please connect with me by posting a comment below. Also, if you are a Facebook member and have been encouraging and praying for my new adventures in publishing I was hoping I could get you to hop over to my new page to like it and leave a comment please. The more likes I get, the more chance it has of reaching those in need of hope! Let's get this book out there so people can be blessed by it and we can watch the knowledge of God's love grow! Thanks so much for any and all your love, prayers, and support!

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Biblical References:  Holy Bible in various translations

Lao Tzu quote: http://www.goodreads.com/quotes/523350-if-you-are-depressed-you-are-living-in-the-past

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