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CHALLENGE #84
Read Philippians 2:1-11 Who do you look up to? Is there someone in your life that you see as a role model? There are loads of people who can inspire us to be better, but there is no one more suited as a role model than Jesus. Today’s reading reminds us we should have the attitude of Christ and live like Christ did. Today, find one thing you could do to sacrificially serve someone close to you.

CHALLENGE #83
Read Hebrews 10:24-25 Ever notice how your mood lifts if you’re around someone who is happy or laughing? Or how, when you listen to someone talking really passionately about something, you get a bit excited about it too? Moods & attitudes are infections. When it comes to our faith it’s especially important to chat with people who share our enthusiasm for God so we can motivate & encourage each other.
Today, find someone who shares your faith and get excited about it together. Your zeal for God will rub off on each other & you’ll both be freshly encouraged to love and live for God.

CHALLENGE #82
Read Romans 8:28 Sometimes God tells us ‘no’. We won’t always like it or understand why, we just need to accept that He has a plan for us & knows what’s best. And we need to learn to accept His ‘no’. Is there something you really, really, really want? Have you tried heaps of ways to get it but nothing seems to work? Maybe God is stopping you for a reason. Pray for guidance in seeking His will & not your own.

Sometimes God makes it really clear He's happy with us
CHALLENGE #81
take the time to notice God around you

CHALLENGE #80
Read Mark 1:35, Matthew 14:23 & Luke 6:12 Life gets busy sometimes & we get distracted by all sorts of things. We often fill the gaps in our day with time stealers like TV, internet, text chats & yup especially Facebook! Do you ever get so busy/distracted you don’t have time to chat with God? Any relationship stays strong when we keep in touch. God always loves to hear from us. What can you give up or do less of to make time to pray?

CHALLENGE #79
Read Romans 8:26-27 At my home group last night we talked about prayer & realised many of our prayers are more like instructions to God! i.e we have a problem & think we know the best way to solve it so pray for specific solutions instead of trusting God to provide the best answer. We say “God please do this’” instead of “God this is my problem, please help”. We forget that God may have a different way He wants to solve it & that He is far more qualified to know what’s best for us. Got a problem you need solved? Share it with God & allow Him to provide His solution.

CHALLENGE #78
Read Luke 10:38-41 Do you ever get so caught up in things that you forget to do something really important? Sometimes life distracts us enough that we end up putting priority on things that just aren’t as important as we think they are. God wants us to enjoy life and get things done, but He shouldn’t be forgotten in the process. Are you still putting God first? Today think about the things you think are important and ask yourself if God would think they were as important. If the answer is no, then reprioritise.

CHALLENGE #77
Read Genesis 1 I spent yesterday planting my vegetables, which I’d grown from seeds. It’s quite a miraculous process to put a tiny seed in the ground & watch it grow into a plant that will feed me. This little piece of creation happening in my garden reminded me that God is in the detail of everything. As we go through life we sometimes forget the glory of all He has created for us & that it’s all around us every day. Take a moment today to stop & marvel the detail of God’s creation in your life.

CHALLENGE #76
Read Matthew 14:13-21 Ever feel you don’t have what it takes to solve a problem? What’s your first response in a tough situation? Do you get anxious? complain? make a plan? or panic? Matthew 6:33 tells us to look to God first in all that happens. We don’t know how or when He’ll intervene in our lives, all we need to know is that He can & He has resources far greater than we can imagine. So think of the single biggest problem you face now, look to God, give thanks & trust He will provide you with a solution.

CHALLENGE #75
Read Deuteronomy 6:4-9 A valued & much appreciated member of our Bible Society family retired today after 18 yrs of dedicated service. At his farewell we reminisced about all the things he’s achieved over the years & the countless lives he’s helped change. By living according to today’s verse he leaves a legacy that inspires us all. Do you love the Lord with all you have? Does it reflect in the way you live? Today, ask yourself “how can I leave a legacy for God?” ... and then do it.

CHALLENGE #74
Read Psalm 139:13-14 Ever been called 2 tall, 2 short, 2 fat, 2 thin or 2 anything? Paul the apostle was called all sorts of names & even criticised for the way he talked. He chose to believe in himself & God. He didn’t listen to what people said & went on to do so much for God. What people say isn’t as important as what God says about you & He made you! Next time you get criticised challenge yourself to remember Gods vision of you instead of letting their words hurt you.

CHALLENGE #73
Read Matthew 5:14-16 Do you ever think your efforts are lost in the grand scale of things? That the little things you do as a Christian go unnoticed? If you’ve ever been in the dark when someone turns on a torch, you know it’s not hard to see the light. In the same way, one believer who lets their light shine can really make a difference. Do something this weekend that makes your light shine bright.

CHALLENGE #72
Read Matthew 25:34-40 We all do different things on Father’s Day to show our Dad we love him, but what about the father of all fathers? What did you do for Him? Our Heavenly Father will always love us, protect us, fight for us, carry us, provide for us & will ALWAYS be with us. Take time today to thank Him by turning your love for Him into action and do something to help someone around you.

CHALLENGE #71
Read 1 John 5:14-15 Often we can be impatient if our prayers aren’t answered, or disappointed if it’s not the answer we wanted. We may not always like or understand the answer but we must remember that it will always be the ‘best’ answer because it fits God’s will for us. Today think about prayers you felt weren’t answered the way you hoped – Did you learn something else from the answer you got? Here's a poem that might help your thinking.

CHALLENGE #70
Read Psalm 103:8-12 Sometimes we carry guilt, hurt, sadness or other negative feelings with us – things from our past that we can’t seem to shake. They can block our view of what’s ahead & lead us away from God. Are you still living in the past, or looking to the future & the awesome things God has planned for you? Your challenge today is to let go of your past & focus on your future ... your future with God.

CHALLENGE #69
Read Exodus 4:10-11 Ever think you’re not good enough? Moses stuttered, Gideon was insecure, Martha was a worrier, Thomas was a doubter, Sarah was impatient, Jacob was a cheater, Peter had a temper, David had an affair, Noah got drunk, Jonah ran from God, Zaccheus was short, Abraham was old & Lazarus was dead - what's YOUR excuse? God loves to use imperfect, ordinary people to do awesome things. Today, ask God how He can use you.

CHALLENGE #68
Read Proverbs 15:4 Ever have a bad day & then someone said something nice & you felt better? Or maybe they said something nasty & made it worse? You never know what kind of day someone’s had so your words could be the difference between them feeling better or worse. Today’s challenge is a toughie: For the next 24 hours make a conscious effort to say only encouraging, kind words to everyone you see.

CHALLENGE #67
Read Corinthians 12:9-10 I dislocated my knee last week & have to rely on others to help me cos my knee is weak & there's things I can't do for myself. But it's only till my knee heals & is strong enough to stand on its own again. Sometimes our faith gets weak too. Then we must rely on God to help us thru & know he’ll carry us till we’re strong again. Are you struggling with something on your own? Ask for God’s strength today.

CHALLENGE #66
Read Hebrews 11:1 Faith by definition is believing in something there’s no proof of. Ever prayed for something but seen no evidence it’s ever going to happen? Have faith, faith in a God that can part rivers, turn water into wine & bring people back from death. Even when it seems impossible, if it’s His will we must have faith in Him & trust He can make it happen.

CHALLENGE #65
Read Job 38 Do you ever think things are just too hard or seem impossible? Do you pray smaller than you could cos you think God won’t answer if you ask too much? God is huge, He’s massive, bigger than anything our tiny minds could ever imagine. Today’s verses remind us that nothing is too big for God so think BIG when you pray cos God can do ANYTHING. Amen!

CHALLENGE #64
Read Romans 5:3-5 Sometimes it feels like life kicks you when you’re already down. One thing piles on top of another & you wonder how you’ll get through it all. Take hope knowing God has promised nothing will be more than we can handle. With His help He turns our weakness into strength. Today’s challenge is a hard but rewarding one – take joy from your struggles because they’ll make you stronger.

CHALLENGE #63
Read any verse of your choice Too busy to read your Bible every day? A man used that excuse to the great evangelist, D.L. Moody. He answered, "My friend, if you are too busy to read the Bible every day you are busier than Almighty God ever intended any human being should be, and you had better let some things go, and take time to read the Bible." So, Go on – just read it – TODAY!

CHALLENGE #62
Read 1 Corinthians 13:1-3 Do your help others cos it’s the Christian thing to do? Today’s verse reminds us that it’s not so much about what we do for others but what motivates us to do it. Love is the expression of Christ's character & presence in our lives thru deeds done for others. Without love, all "Christian" activities are more "activity" than Christian. What motivates you?

CHALLENGE #61
Read 1 Kings 18:41-45 Do you have faith in something but no evidence it’s gonna happen? 1 Kings 18 tells us to keep praying, even if you feel like there’s no hope & your faith is tested. God loves us & hears our prayers but won't always answer straight away. We don’t always know why but He has good reasons. Don’t give up, hold on to your faith & the promise of God’s Word & keep praying.

CHALLENGE #60
Read 2 Corinthians 1:3-5 If you’re sad a hug can really cheer you up, not just cos it’s comforting but cos it tells you the hugger cares about how you feel. When we’re sad God comforts us with spiritual hugs & we know He loves us – and it feels good. Share that feeling with someone now – Go hug the next person you see. Go on! Then watch them smile & feel better for it.

CHALLENGE #59
Read Matthew 5:11-12 Do you know people who don’t share your faith who sometimes hassle you for being a Christian? It’s easy to get upset or defensive, or maybe you’re not sure how to respond. Matthew tells us to be glad if we’re taunted for believing. So next time someone knocks your faith, smile and say thanks & see what happens.

CHALLENGE #58
Read 2 Corinthians 1:5-6 With God’s help we should achieve so much inner strength that we're eventually able to walk thru any external turmoil or chaos while staying in peace & trust on the inside. The ability to hold our negative emotions & thoughts at rest while life's storms rage around us is a sign of true spiritual maturity. How’s your spiritual maturity?

(from the book Stronger by Brian 'Head' Welch)

CHALLENGE #57
Read Isaiah 31:1 When you struggle with stuff, where do you turn? ... your friends or family? or do you try to fix it yourself? God often allows tough times in our lives so we can learn to rely on Him. The more vulnerable we are the more God can work in our lives. He wants to fight our battles for us. Is there something you’re battling that you can hand to God today?

CHALLENGE #56
Read Matthew 7:3-5 Sometimes if we have a problem with someone, we focus on what they did or didn’t do & think it’ll get better if the other person would change. Jesus said we must first focus on our own shortcomings, on changes we need to make. If we keep living the same way we’ve always lived we’ll keep getting the same results we’ve always gotten. Is there something you need to change about YOU?

CHALLENGE #55
Read James 1:6-7 Sometimes we pray the same thing for ages, even years, but still get no answer from God & we start to wonder if He’s listening. While waiting for God to answer we must believe He will answer & never forget that answers come in God’s time -- not ours. Jeremiah 29:11 reminds us that God has promised us a hopeful future so rest in His faithfulness. He will answer you.

CHALLENGE #54
Read Jeremiah 1:5 & Timothy 6:11-12 Are you trying to understand what God wants for a certain situation in your life? Does it consume your thoughts? Sometimes we can let things cloud our focus & we lose sight of the bigger purpose for our lives. Shift your focus from your problem and focus on God and allow Him to reveal His will to you.

CHALLENGE #53
Read 1 Corinthians 12:12-27 Sometimes life feels trivial, like we’re not achieving anything of worth. God’s Word makes it clear we all serve a purpose & all we’re called to do is necessary. Even the small tasks like doing dishes or putting out the rubbish are important. God calls us all to play our part in being the body of Christ. Do everything today knowing it’s for a greater purpose.

CHALLENGE #52
Read Philippians 2:1-5 Having spent last week in Christchurch as part of an emergency response team we met many people still in need of physical & emotional support. Mostly though, many just needed someone to talk to about their experience & it helped them to be able to share it. Do you know someone in Christchurch? Support them by giving them a call today.

CHALLENGE #51
Read 1 Thessalonians 5:11 Even when it feels like everything has fallen apart, God will never let us go. He wraps His loving arms around us & provides us with all we need to heal. That includes the people He places in our lives who offer comfort & support. If you know someone who's hurting, even a simple smile or kind word can help them heal. Go give them a hug!

CHALLENGE #50
Read Psalm 46:10 Life sometimes turns upside down & we struggle to understand why, or even know what to do next. We can ask why has this happened to me? What should to do now? But God doesn’t always give us answers. Sometimes He just needs us to be still and trust Him. If you’re struggling with something, don’t understand why or don’t know how to respond to it, pray for Gods peace and trust He has it all under control.

CHALLENGE #49
Read Joshua 1:9 When things fall apart around us and everything seems hopeless, it can be hard to stay positive and even harder to carry on. We must remember that even when it doesn’t feel like it, God IS ALWAYS with us. If you’re not feeling His presence today, pray for renewed strength and faith and He will provide you with all your needs.

CHALLENGE #48
Read 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Sometimes it’s hard to understand Gods purpose or why He allows things to happen. Romans 8:28 reminds us that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him. In times of trial we must put our trust in Him & know that He will get us through anything. And despite hard times we should always be thankful for all He does for us.

CHALLENGE #47
Read Luke 9:23 Sometimes God calls us to do something that makes us uncomfortable or contradicts what we want to do. God asks us to obey Him and give up our own desires, our own will and our plans to follow Him. To deny self is a sacrifice that is pleasing to God.
What are you willing to sacrifice so the Lords’ will is done in your life?

CHALLENGE #46
Read John 15:9-17 Valentines Day, although a commercial creation, is a great chance to show someone we love them. Of course God asks us to do this every day & not just with those we’re in a relationship with but with everyone. He wants us to love others as He loves us. Let’s share love with everyone we meet today.

CHALLENGE #45
Read Psalm 37:3-5 Do you ever feel like you’re all alone? Like there’s nobody to help you overcome life’s challenges? Support & trust can be hard to find in today’s world. But God will always be there for you even in your darkest hour so you’re never truly alone. If you follow the way of God & put your trust in Him you will never feel alone again.

CHALLENGE #44
Read Psalm 139:17 We pray, we talk to God. It's a good start, but often we don't let God get a word in edgeways. We get so surrounded by 'me, myself & I' that we don't stop & listen to what God wants to say. Our thoughts & time are more precious than anything to God. God's thoughts & time should be worth just as much to us. Take 15 minutes to just sit with God and listen.

CHALLENGE #43
Read Matthew 19:21 In a court case, would there be enough evidence in your life to convict you as a Christian? Or are you just a Sunday morning Christian? Jesus says that we will not be judged on how much prayer and worship we do, but on our actions. Let us make sure our actions reflect the words of God.

CHALLENGE #42
Read Psalm 146:3-6 Role models are great for support, guidance & inspiration. Sometimes when you love these people, you look up to them in EVERYTHING they do. But don't lose sight of their maker. Ultimately, these role models are humans too & have their flaws, but their true maker, the Lord of Lords, keeps every promise forever. Make him your first support.

CHALLENGE #41
Read Malachi 3:2-3 Silver is refined by burning all impurities away. Silversmiths keep watch as it burns & knows it’s fully purified when they see their reflection in it. Life’s trials can purify us in the same way. If you’re feeling the heat of life’s fire, know God won’t let you be destroyed, He’ll keep holding you & watching you until he sees His image in you.
Trust that He works all things for good – even the bad stuff.

CHALLENGE #40
Read 2 Timothy 1:7 Do you find it easier to stay as you are than make a change? But still stress & moan if your current situation sucks? When the pain of staying the same is greater than the pain of change, we must change or we sabotage our own growth. Click like if you’re ready to seek God’s will, be bold & embrace change.

CHALLENGE #39
Read Jeremiah 29:11 Do you dwell on sad stuff too long? Having hope for a future (even when we know nothing about it) feels way better than holding onto hurt from the past (that we know too well). So focus on your future & all it could be cos life is too short to waste time being sad over stuff that's already been.

CHALLENGE #38
Read Philippians 4:6 Disappointed, sad or upset cos things didn’t go the way you hoped or even prayed they would? It’s really important to still be thankful to God. He doesn’t want us to only thank Him for the good stuff, but in every situation. That’s hard if you don’t feel happy, but if you thank Him & trust Him, He’ll help you find peace.

CHALLENGE #37
Read Ecclesiastes 3:1-4 – Sometimes things make us sad. Maybe a friend moves away or someone close to us dies. God doesn’t want us to be sad for too long. He wants us to grieve with Him so He can help us heal & move on. He promises that “Those who sow in tears will reap with songs of Joy” (Ps.126:5). If you’re hurting, ask God to help you heal.

CHALLENGE #36
Read Galatians 5:22-23 – Everyday things can dull down the Spirit in us: things that annoy us, hurt us, tempt us away or just distract us from what’s important. EVERY DAY we have to make the choice and effort to live as God intended, and bear fruit for God. Click ‘like’ if you want the fruit mentioned in Galatians!

CHALLENGE #35
Read Philippians 4:13 Ever run out of steam cos too many people need your help? It’s nice to help others & give support but it can be physically & emotionally draining. When you’re giving all your energy to others you gotta stay recharged yourself or you’ll be no help to anyone. Rest in the Lord and He’ll give you all you need.

CHALLENGE #34
Read Psalm 118:24 Happiness isn’t just a feeling, it’s a choice. Life gives us loads of reasons to lose our joy. We all go thru disappointments & it’s easy to let things make us angry, sour or sad. If we’re to live as God intended we’ve got to choose to be happy no matter what life throws at us. Click ‘like’ to choose happy today.

CHALLENGE #33
Read Chronicals 16:31-34 Don’t forget to say thanks! Sometimes when life is awesome & everything is going well, we forget that it’s God who made it good. As much as He wants us to pray to him for help when things are down, He also wants us to acknowledge Him when things are going well. Is there something you’re thankful for today?

CHALLENGE #32
Read Jeremiah 29:11 When life gets tough or things don’t seem to go the way we expect them, many people find reassurance in this passage. Just knowing that God is always looking out for us is a great comfort. What does this passage mean to you and how can it inspire others?

CHALLENGE #31
Read Ecclesiastes 3:11-14. Ever hurt your brain trying to figure stuff out? It’s so easy to complicate things by over thinking them. If we trust God has the details under control we don’t have to worry about the whys and what fors. Is there something you’re over thinking? Hand it to God and watch him sort it for you.

CHALLENGE #30
Read Luke 6:37-38. One of the biggest gifts we can give to others is to accept and love them for who they are, without judgement and despite any flaws or past mistakes. After all, that’s what God does for us. Click ‘like’ if there’s someone you may have judged too harshly or who you’d like to forgive.

CHALLENGE #29
Read Mark 16:15: We shared God’s Word with Jokini & Waisale by giving them a Good News Bible. You can share God’s Word with people in other ways too, like talking about what God teaches you, inviting them to church or sharing your testimony. Do you find it hard to share God’s Word? Try it and see what God does thru you.

CHALLENGE #28
Read Matthew 14:22-33 Just like Peter, Bridgette & Heather took a step of faith to join the mission adventure in Fiji. Life can be an adventure if we open our eyes to the possibilities with God. He beckons us every day to step out of our comfort zone and walk by faith & it’s only our own fears that stop ......us. Is there something you’re afraid to do for God?

CHALLENGE #27
There is a real hunger here in Fiji for God's Word, the villagers really cherish the Bibles we share with them. It reminds us what a precious gift we hold in our Bibles and that we shouldn't take it for granted. Today we're challenged afresh to read, believe, follow and think about how we treat Gods Word.

CHALLENGE #26
Jesus said, "I promise you that on the day of judgment, everyone will have to account for every careless word they have spoken. On that day they will be told that they are either innocent or guilty because of the things they have said." Matthew 12:36-37. Be careful what you say this week. Make sure your words are words that will not get you into hot water with others, or God.

CHALLENGE #25
Read 1 John 2:7-11. Think about what it means to live in the light. Are you living in the light? Is there someone you 'hate'? Make a plan to give up that hatred and commit to thinking of that person as your brother or sister in Christ.

CHALLENGE #24
'Peter came up to the Lord and asked, "How many times should I forgive someone who does something wrong to me? Is seven times enough?" Jesus answered: "Not just seven times, but seventy-seven times!"' Mat 18:21-22. Is there someone you need to forgive? Give them a call and let them off the hook.

CHALLENGE #23
Read Matthew 25:31-40 It’s easy to help the people we like and we have no problem being nice to our friends but what about people we don’t get on with or those we don’t really like? God calls us to treat everyone equally and even love those people we’re not so fond of. This week be nice to someone you don’t like. You’ll be amazed what happens.

CHALLENGE #22
Read Romans 8:28 My iPod broke recently :-( I was gutted cos I love music. Then something really cool happened. In the silence I started chatting with God more & was soon thanking Him for letting it break cos it brought me closer to Him! Is there something bad in your life that could be good? See if you can see the positive in it.

CHALLENGE #21
Read 1 Thessalonians 5:10-11 Do you have days when nothing goes right & everything seems too hard? Then someone says something nice to you & it cheers you up & things seem do-able again. A compliment or a word of support can really help. Is there someone you know who could really use a word of encouragement today?

CHALLENGE #20
Read Mark 1:35 Do you get to the end of the week & wonder where it went? Do you get so busy you don’t always have time to spend with God? Despite our busyness it’s important we take time out to talk to (in prayer) & listen for Him so He can give us the ultimate support & encouragement. What could you skip today to make time for God?

CHALLENGE #19
Read Matthew 11:28-30 Sometimes things don’t go the way we hope or unexpected things happen that can wear us down. God wants to help carry our burdens so we aren’t overwhelmed by them. Is there something you’ve been trying to carry on your own that God could take on His shoulders for you? Take a moment today to hand it over to Him.

CHALLENGE #18
Read Mark 6:31 Life can get busy sometimes. We often get so focused on getting things done that we pass by opportunities to serve others and reflect Christ to the world. It’s important to get quality rest every day so you’ll be ‘available’ to help others who might need a hand. How can you take time out today?

CHALLENGE #17
Read Matthew 6:25-34 If you’re like most of us, you sometimes worry about stuff that hasn’t even happened yet! God doesn’t want us to worry. He wants us to hand our worries to Him, to put all our energy into enjoying His gift of ‘today’ and trust that He’ll take care of tomorrow. Is there something you’re worried about today that you can hand to God?

CHALLENGE #16
Read James 1:2-8 Some us here are having our faith tested at the moment. We know all we need to do is believe in God’s plans for us & trust him, but sometimes it’s hard & doubts sneak in. It can be spiritually exhausting. Is God challenging you with something? Share your heart with God today then trust he can make anything happen.

CHALLENGE #15
Read 2 Timothy 3:16 & Joshua 1:8 With new technologies there’s tonnes of ways to get into the Bible. We can read it online www.biblegateway.co.nz, listen via pod casts or audio Bibles, see it www.Godtube.com or go the ‘old fashioned’ way and pick up an actual Bible! We’re blessed with choice. What’s your favourite way to “read” the Bible?

CHALLENGE #14
Read Isaiah 55:10-11 The Bible isn’t merely ink on paper, it is the living Word of God which He lovingly gave so we could grow in a relationship with Him. As we connect with His Word and share what we learn with others we bear the fruit of God's purpose. How we can keep His Word alive so that it bears fruit?

CHALLENGE #13
Read Matthew 6: 12-15 Easter reminds us we are forgiven for all our sins, but sometimes we forget the enormity of this gift and that we have the responsibility to forgive others too. Or it can be hard to put our hurt, angry or sad feelings aside. Is there someone you could share your forgiveness with today? Ask God to help you.

HEATHER’s CHALLENGE #12
Read Job 29:24 Make people smile! Try smiling at nice people first to know it works + get your confidence up. Then try more challenging people. You'll be surprised at who you can get to smile :) it’s contagious + rewarding. You'll cheer them up + yourself. Just don't be weird + cheesy though! Have fun!

CHALLENGE #11
Read Mark 16:15. We all love to share good news - like telling Bridgette & Heather they’re going on a mission trip! So why is the best news of all, Gods Word, often harder to share? It can feel scary or awkward. Confidence comes with practice. Got any tips on making it easier?

CHALLENGE #10
Read Romans 10:17 The best way to get to know God and grow our faith is through His Word. What does your Bible mean to you? How can you share your passion for God’s Word with someone today? Check out what the Bible means to Sydney and Sara.

CHALLENGE #9
Read 2 Chronicles 20:2-15 Jehoshaphat didn’t know how to defeat their attackers, but knew he had to trust God & look to Him for strength. Is there a situation in your life where you don’t know what to do? How can you put your trust in God? Share your techniques on the wall to help others do the same.

CHALLENGE #8
Read James 5:15-16 Praying for others is one of the opportunities we have to express God’s love to people. When we make the effort and take time to pray for others we can expect amazing results. Is there someone you could pray for today?

 CHALLENGE #7
Read Romans 12:17-21 Is there someone you’ve had an argument with or who has upset you? Surprise them, not with angry retaliation, but with Spirit empowered LOVE! Don’t get bitter, instead, win them over with gentleness, kindness, and love. Share how you did this so others can try your ideas too.

CHALLENGE #6
"'Comfort, comfort my people,' says your God." Isaiah 40:1. Comfort has many forms. Look for an opportunity this week to comfort someone. Go out of your way to meet that need, even if comforting them makes you feel uncomfortable. Share your experiences, send us an email.

CHALLENGE #5
Read 2 Corinthians 8:13. Paul is saying he wants the rich to work towards equality. What can you do today that values equality? Email us your thoughts.