LET'S DE-STRESS

"Devoted to relieving stress using principles based on God's Word."

LET'S DE-STRESS MINI

"Devoted to relieving stress using principles based on God's Word." 

LET'S DE-STRESS MINI

"Devoted to relieving stress using principles based on God's Word."

LET'S DE-STRESS MINI

"Devoted to relieving stress using principles based on God's Word."

MINI DE-STRESS



TO HAVE AND TO HOLD

 

 ". . . My peace I give to you, not as the world gives do I give to you . . ."

John 14:27 (NKJV) 

Possessions for stress survivors can greatly vary. Without a doubt, we too have a long list of what we love and long To Have and To Hold. 

However, we've come to a point where our quest to reduce stress causes us to be quite careful in pursuing our wants and needs. 

More and more with our stressful issues, we stress survivors are placing our priorities on solid things; those that have reliable reputations; those that hold  tried-and-true track records. 

Think what we will or may, but there are some things that money cannot buy - and man cannot bestow. Yes, our wonderful world has afforded immeasurable conveniences and attained countless successes. Yet there remains those things that are attainable only by the grace of God.

PEACE . . . Pure and Perfect Peace . . . Everlasting Peace . . . Comes from GOD.

To have an illusion of peace may seem possible, but to hold onto it while battling stress has, repeatedly, been proven impossible. 

Looking for peace in wrong places can be mentally and physically frustrating. And to not have peace or not be able to hold on to it, can literally drive us crazy.

Because this yearning To Have and To Hold "peace" is imperative to stress survivors' health and well-being, we trust the Almighty Creator of peace to grant it to us.     

Peace I leave with you . . .    

REMAIN SILENT

"To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven:
. . . a time to keep silence, and a time to speak;"
Ecclesiastes 3:1, 7b

You have the right to remain silent; anything you say can be used against you . . .

So says the law.

Just as these words are serious warnings to criminals concerning unlawful behavior, they equally apply to stress and stressful behavior.

Whether currently in a stressful situation or not, surely we've all witnessed how battling back and forth--in whatever form or fashion--can lead to mega stresses.

Though it's not always easy, stress survivors see the difference that remaining silent can make. When we anticipate chaos and confusion with family, friends, or foes, it is our inalienable right to remain silent.

Often, peace prevails in the midst of silence. As stress-survivors, we understand why more and more of us seek our own peaceful sanctuay. And because we're so diligent in pursuing peace, we'd do well to exercise our rights.

Not only do we have the right to remain silent, but even more impressive we have the right to avoid stress by whatever means necessary.

Peace I leave with you . . .

PEACE

The Lord bless you, and keep you;

The Lord make His face shine on you,

and be gracious to you;

The Lord lift up His countenance on you,

and give you peace.

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Numbers 6:24-26

BLESS YOU!

The LORD bless you
and keep you;


The LORD make
His face shine upon you
and be gracious to you;


The LORD turn
His face toward you
and give you peace.

~ Numbers 6:22-26 (NIV)

Peace I leave with you . . .

QUIET TIME

WHEN was the last time we sat down "alone" and enjoyed quiet, uninterrupted time? Do we regularly take mental breaks to release tension and stress, or do we indulge just every now and then?

To some, spending precious moments doing much-of-nothing seems like a waste of time. For those who are deeply bothered by stress, embracing quiet time is worth every single minute.

Solitude is an age-old art that's good for every ail. Not only is it an excellent relief for stress and anxiety, it is equally essential to the well being of our souls.

Spinning on life's merry-go-around and can barely think straight? Steal away to a private room or porch or backyard and spend time in tranquillity and peace. Even if it means locking up in the bathroom for a spell, find some quietness.

Basking in the blessings of quiet time can be rewarding regardless of who we are or what we do. When all around us is toxic and out of control, we do not have to be committed to the madness.

If we intend to greatly minimize our stresses, let's take time out to unwind and to liberate ourselves from daily drama.


Peace I leave with you . . .

PERFECT PEACE

No Justice . . . No Peace; No Justice . . . No Peace

How many times have we heard those flaming words? And how many times have we stood in agreement and voiced a booming, "Yeah?"

Even now, when being subjected to certain situations in life, we can still hear those words rumbling in our ears, right? Especially when we allow ourselves to focus too intently on issues we consider injustice.

Justice is, first and foremost, based upon perception. Inasmuch as "the quality of fairness" is a studious definition, it is not the pinnacle of justice. How we perceive things is how we arrive at our point of justice. Plain and simple, focus is key.

The story is often related of a couple in bed. When first married, the husband lovingly invited the wife to "put your little tootsies over here next to mine and keep them warm." A few years later, when their marital bliss was long gone, the husband angrily protested, "Keep your cold feet on your side of the bed and off of mine!" (Get the picture?)

One of the crucial attributes associated with stress is our focus. The way we look at issues, undoubtedly, determines the way we feel about them. Negative focus foretells negative actions, which naturally ignites our stresses and disrupts our peace.

True peace is readily available in the the Lord. God's Word assures us that "Thou {God} will keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee . . . (Isaiah 26:3 KJV)"

Granted, that's easier said than done, considering the many adversities we face. But, despite the difficulty, imagine all we're likely to gain.

If determined to put our stress in check, we must more so determine to seek the grace of God and keep our focus on Him.

Peace I leave with you . . .