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Finding God in my Everything: Daily Advent readings

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These daily reflections are written by those in our LifePath community, helping us walk through this Advent season in hope, peace, joy, and love as we look toward Jesus. 

12/21 The Peace That Passes Understanding

12/21/2020

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Silence and Stillness before God (2 minutes)

Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.
John 14:27
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Written by Jess Sinarski
One of my boys just had an epic meltdown! Serious “downstairs brain” situation complete with threats and breaking ornaments. There are times I end up right there in the threats and tantrum with him, but this time was different. As he and Matt left the house to burn off some energy, I felt God prompting me to take a moment of quiet with Him. He probably prompts me a lot when I’m not paying attention, but this time I listened and sat down and wrote what I heard:
I’m here.
I see you.
You matter.
You are loved.
I’m holding you.
I am holding your boys. 
I’m holding you as you hold your boys.
Feel me. 
Feel my love, my peace.
I know you. 
I know them.
I brought you here.
I am with you.
I’m covering you with my beauty and grace like the snow covers the winter grass.
Let your heart be at peace.
As a therapist, I bristle a bit at the idea of telling people not to feel their feelings, but I see this as a beautiful invitation. Jesus is inviting us to choose Him, to choose His peace in the face of fear. I know many in our community and beyond are dealing with so much more than the normal parenting ups and downs. My prayer as I type this is that we can turn to Jesus for the peace that truly surpasses all understanding. Know that you are loved and held and known.
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Jesus, thank you for being the God who Sees. Please fill my troubled heart with your perfect peace. 

Conclude with Stillness (2 minutes)
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