The Christian life isn’t always
In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world. John 16:33 NIV
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Join with me in suffering, like a good solider of Christ Jesus. No one serving as a soldier gets entangled in civilian affairs, but rather tries to please his commanding officer. 2 Timothy 2:3–4 NIV
Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord’s people. Ephesians 6:10–18 NIV
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Similarly, anyone who competes as an athlete does not receive the victor’s crown except by competing according to the rules. 2 Timothy 2:5 NIV
Teach me, Lord, the way of your decrees, that I may follow it to the end. Give me understanding, so that I may keep your law and obey it with all my heart. Direct me in the path of your commands, for there I find delight. Turn my heart toward your statutes and not toward selfish gain. Turn my eyes away from worthless things; preserve my life according to your word. Psalm 119:33–37 NIV
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The hardworking farmer should be the first to receive a share of the crops. 2 Timothy 2:6 NIV
Those too lazy to plow in the right season will have no food at the harvest. Proverbs 20:4 NLT
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The Christian life isn’t always easy, but it’s always
Memory Verse
You then, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. 2 Timothy 2:1 NIV
Next Steps
• I will host a Connection Group this fall.
• I will attend the Emmanuel Car Show and bring others with me.
• I will register for the next Base to develop my faith in Jesus.