SPEAKER_00: Before we begin, take a slow, deep breath.
SPEAKER_00: Acknowledge what you're feeling right now.
SPEAKER_00: It's valid.
SPEAKER_00: While we navigate a difficult world, remember that this moment isn't the end of your story.
SPEAKER_00: Today we're refocusing on the good.
SPEAKER_00: God doesn't use fear to get our attention, he uses kindness.
SPEAKER_00: Romans 2.4 tells us that his kindness is what leads us back to him.
SPEAKER_00: Take a moment to simply thank God for his patience.
SPEAKER_00: Thank him for leading you with grace.
SPEAKER_00: Ask for the strength to follow that lead today.
SPEAKER_00: Pray for a heart that trusts his goodness above your own worries.
SPEAKER_00: Notice that you aren't being pushed by fear, but are pulled by kindness.
SPEAKER_00: What does that connection feel like?
SPEAKER_00: Ask that they would feel pulled back into a sense of connection and belonging with God.
SPEAKER_00: That they would see his hand moving in their life in a way they cannot ignore.
SPEAKER_00: Lord, thank you for leading us with goodness and grace.
SPEAKER_00: We follow you without hesitation.
SPEAKER_00: Amen.