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8 hours ago

Waiting Well

Waiting can be hard. 

Most of us would prefer quick, efficient, and—when possible—instant results and answers. 

But waiting is a part of life. 

We must wait for seeds to grow into food, for one season to fade into the next, for babies to mature into adults, and for trees to stand tall enough to finally offer shade.

Like it or not, waiting takes patience.

We can wait days, months, years, or even decades for a prayer to be answered, for an overdue apology, for the timing to be right, or for a dream to finally come to pass.

Waiting requires courage.

King David lived nearly 3,000 years ago, but he knew what it meant to wait for God’s timing, to wait to be king, to wait to be rescued from his enemies. He wrote:

“Wait patiently for the Lord. Be brave and courageous. Yes, wait patiently for the Lord.”
‭‭Psalms‬ ‭27:14‬ ‭NLT‬‬

If David thought waiting on God was important enough to write it twice in one verse, we should probably pay attention. 

But waiting patiently for the Lord isn’t an excuse to do nothing. 

We can proactively wait on God by staying in communication with Him, by looking for His fingerprints in ordinary moments, by reading about His story and His plans in His Word, by worshiping Him no matter what’s happening across the globe, by serving the people both inside and outside of our circles, and by thanking Him for the gifts He’s already given us.

Just because a specific door isn’t opening, or a particular opportunity isn’t available at this moment, doesn’t mean God isn’t moving.

Even when we are waiting—God is working. 

Noah spent decades building an ark as he waited for God to do what He’d said. Ruth journeyed with her mother-in-law and worked in the grain fields while trusting in God’s provision after her husband’s death. Joseph stayed faithful in prison for several years before his promotion to second-in-command of Egypt. John trusted God’s ultimate will for his life, even writing a book of the Bible while sentenced to exile on the island of Patmos. 

So, no matter what you’re facing, you can ask God for patience and trust that He is in control of your future. ... See MoreSee Less

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1 day ago

Look Up

It’s normal—and even understandable—to spend our time, energy, and attention focusing on the here and now. We’re busy, after all. We're preoccupied. And when we stop to really think about it, it’s difficult to perceive something that's beyond our five senses.

But in his letter to the Colossians, Paul encourages his fellow believers to look up:

“Since you have been raised to new life with Christ, set your sights on the realities of heaven, where Christ sits in the place of honor at God’s right hand.”
‭‭Colossians‬ ‭3‬:‭1‬ ‭NLT‬‬

So, as you think about Paul’s words and the realities of heaven, here are four things to consider:

- First, heaven isn’t some vague, dream-like state. It’s a real place, with real people, where God is the true King.

- Second, there will come a day when we will all meet God face to face. We will no longer need faith or hope, because that which we’ve hoped for will finally be revealed.

- Third, our troubles and our heartbreaks (and even death itself) are temporary! Scripture tells us that, eventually, God will do away with pain and death and sickness and suffering—forever.

- Lastly (and most importantly), God is still on His throne, with Jesus beside Him in the place of honor. No matter how crazy, senseless, or heartbreaking the world can seem, we can have confidence knowing that nothing is outside of God’s sovereign plan.

So when you’re tempted to look around at others or look inward at yourself, look up instead. Heaven is wherever God is, and that’s the truest reality of all.

God, eternal life begins the moment I choose a relationship with You. As I follow You, please help me to have an eternal mindset. Guide me. Give me the wisdom to know how to prepare for eternity in my daily life. In Jesus’ name, Amen. ... See MoreSee Less

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2 days ago

Fighting Fear and Trusting God

The list of things to think, worry, and debate about can feel endless: wars, viruses, finances, relationships, politics, religion, job security, natural disasters, the safety and wellbeing of our loved ones … the list could go on forever.

But Jesus told His disciples, who also had plenty to fear (death being at the top of the list)…

“Don’t let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God, and trust also in me.”
John 14:1 NLT

It’s a bold statement, but is it even possible to not be shaken by life’s circumstances? Jesus seemed to think so, because He said those words not long before He was nailed to a cross.

Jesus knew…

He's the source of true peace.
He's the source of real joy.
He's the source of freedom from worry.

Trusting in God doesn’t ensure an easy life, but it means we know He’s walking through life with us.

So how do we avoid getting stuck in a cycle of fear? How—practically—do we keep from getting overwhelmed with anxiety? 

- We can take our thoughts captive and make them obedient to Christ.
- We can prioritize His wisdom by reading, studying, and praying Scripture.
- We can take our honest thoughts and questions to a trusted friend. 
- We can listen to music that leads us into worship as we go about our days.

Without doubt, there will be troubling situations that come up. But because we know and trust who’s in charge, we don’t have to be troubled by those events.

You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.  
Isaiah 26:3 NIV

So what is elevating fear in your life, and how will you replace it with practices that draw you closer to God’s presence? Spend some time today determining what steps you can take to place your trust in God more consistently.

Jesus, thank You for being trustworthy. I don’t need to understand everything that’s happening—I just need to be still and know You. You fight for me. You died for me. You are for me. Thank You. You are enough for me, and so I will place my hope, trust, joy, and future in You. I believe in You. Amen. ... See MoreSee Less

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3 days ago

Our second Purcellville location is going strong with our Traditional Bootcamp Class at 8AM!

Join us at the Purcellville SportsPlex for high-energy, results-driven training that fits your goals and your schedule.
📍 310 N 21st St., Purcellville, VA
📅 Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays
🕗 8–9AM

Start your day with a workout that’s built around performance, endurance, and feeling stronger in your body - with expert coaches and a supportive community to back you up.

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