Prepared Week 1
Pastor Bil Hines
Part of Prepared
May 17, 2020

“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” —John 16:33

Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. —James 1:2-4

“I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener. He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit, while every branch that does bear fruit he prunes so that it will be even more fruitful. —John 15:1-2

5 Simple Ways to Prepare for Tough Times

your grief!

Blessed are those who mourn,
for they will be comforted. —Matthew 5:4

help!

Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ. —Galatians 6:2

to be bitter…Instead be !

Forgive us our sins,
for we also forgive everyone who sins against us.
And lead us not into temptation.’ ” —Luke 11:4

what is important!

Relationships over things

Positive over negative

I thank my God every time I remember you. In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy —Philippians 1:3-4

on Christ!

The disciples went and woke him, saying, “Master, Master, we’re going to drown!”
He got up and rebuked the wind and the raging waters; the storm subsided, and all was calm. —Luke 8:24