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Caring, not Worrying

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There’s a difference between caring about things and worrying about them. I’ve designed you with personal preferences and abilities, with an intent for you to attend to things that matter to both of us. It’s okay to want good things and to value pieces of life that are precious to you, but stressing out about them and fretting over things that are not worth the investment of your energy or resources is not part of My plan. Excessive worry pulls you off track. Try releasing things that draw you away from the lifestyle of peace and joy I intended for you. Picture yourself living more at ease. Perhaps it is the things you think you most care about that you actually most need to let go of worrying about in order to find contentment.

#nomoreanxiety; #stopworryingsomuch; #letgoandletGod; #findpeace

Ushering You Away From Harm

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You can trust Me. I never have back-handed motives or actions. I am a loving God who only operates in safe, kind, and caring ways. No matter who has treated you poorly in the past or how you’ve been hurt, I’m not like that. Picture Me standing by your side if memories of those encounters are clouding your mind. Rewrite that scenario by envisioning Me shielding you with a protective arm, ushering you away from the harm. Turn to Me and cling to the folds of My garments, for I am with you. Ask for My help to heal old wounds and release their grip on you. I am by your side, wishing you wellness and peace.

#Godiswithyouandforyou; #nomoreanxiety; #youaresafe

Healing Arises After Damaging Storms

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I delight in caring for you. It is My pleasure to make good things happen and to see healing arise after damaging storms have come through. Picture Me helping to sweep up and remove the debris. See how I help make all things new. Partner with Me in this effort when opportunities are placed before you to lend a hand to others. Sometimes, just being present and listening is enough. Go when and where I ask, and follow your heart when it may require risk-taking. I will not lead you astray.

Your Presence is an Extension of Me

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You’ll have what it takes to address the needs of the day. I place you among My people with a directive to show love, hope, and encouragement by sitting attentively with others, validating their experiences, pain, or discouragement. It won’t necessarily be up to you to fix with the right words, though. Just be comfortable pausing to listen without responding at times. Your calm, loving presence will be enough and can be an extension of Me, showing how much you care in a way that words aren’t always needed. I’ll help you figure out what to say and when to say it when you pause to acknowledge My healing ways and ask for guidance. I am with you all, always. 

#youwillbeEquipped; #listentoothers; #notyourstofix; #Godiswithyou

Reflection of Me

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Be your best reflection of Me today. I don’t ask that to pile on pressure to perform. Rather, to reflect Me means to show and share Light in any given situation. Be of good intention in your walk today. A smile and nod to the stranger; a kind word to a colleague; an utterance of self-compassion offered when mistakes happen. Recognize that I am both at your side as well as beaming from within when you do things such as this.

#BetheLight; #bekind; #forgiveyourself

Things Can, Do, and Will Work Out

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You fret about a lot of unnecessary things, picturing the worst-case scenario and bracing anxiously for the unknown.  I call you to address this habit and intentionally change your thought process. When you catch yourself building worries, – STOP. Remind yourself that I am a loving God who is taking care of you and has Good plans in store. Remind yourself you are loved, loving, and capable, and then say, “I trust you Lord. Things will work out in the end. They have before and they will again, because you are caring for Me and my situation.” Things can, do, and will work out. Choose to believe, and allow yourself to live life with greater ease and happiness.

#nomoreanxiety; #thingswillworkout; #calmingthoughts; #GodhasGoodPlans

Dealing With Pain

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You’re going through a rough time right now. Dealing with pain for the long haul can feel unbearable at times. Maybe it’s a sign you are trying to figure things out on your own instead of involving Me. I never meant for you to handle difficulties all by yourself. Truthfully, I am just as weighed down by your pain as you are. Turn to Me. Weep with Me. Ask for My assistance. I’m not withholding help from you; I’m actually sending Grace-filled moments to carry you through this hard time. Look today for glimpses of My ultimate loving care and concern, and hold tight to this truth so as to not let discouragement get the best of you.

Trust Me To Be Caring For You

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Do you trust Me to be caring for you? Because I AM, quietly and gently – sometimes imperceptibly by you, but ever-so-present, always. Close your eyes for a moment and let Me remind you of My great Love for you. I send forgiveness, strength, courage, love, and ways for you to find peace. Go gently into this day with less anxiety as you heighten awareness of My support to you. Pay attention to My call asking you to be My Presence in the world.  You are capable of this; I will equip you with whatever you need. Above, underneath, and through it all is My love and caring for you. You will see and sense that today. Look for it.

You Don’t Have to Have It All Mapped Out

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Come along for the ride with Me today. You don’t have to have it all mapped out on your own. I may take you new places or I may opt for a few stops along the way. Just try resting and breathing, allowing the experiences that come before you to unfold. You don’t have to feel flustered or overwhelmed because I’m the Driver and I know where we are going, – together. Breathe, My loved one. Trust in My ultimate care for you.

Light On The Horizon

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Whether you are in a time of sickness calling you to slow down or a time of wellness asking you to carry on, I am quietly attending to you. Notice how things appear lighter in the distance. I work that way, with Light on the horizon no matter what kind of day you have ahead. As you spend this time with Me, I will gently turn your chin in the direction of that horizon. Keep your eyes fixed on Me out there today. I will lead you home.