Stolen Lunches Bible Study

Give Love Away

Love is not just a four letter word you say. It's not just a feeling. Love is action.  Show love today to everyone around.  Show love in a smile. Show love by doing something for someone else even if you don't want to do it. Give love because you know it makes them happy.  The love of Christ lives inside of you.  Let others feel God's love, too.

1 Peter 4:8, "Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins."

 

Say NO Sometimes

Sometimes you put everyone else first and leave yourself last.  Your loved ones want the best version of you! Don't lose yourself serving everyone else.  Take some 'much-needed' time out for yourself.  Spend quiet time with the Lord.  It's okay to say, "no" sometimes and invest in yourself. 

2 Timothy 3:16, "All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness."

Low Hanging Fruit

When temptations arise, with God's help, you can control yourself.  God always provides a way out no matter how difficult the temptation may be, all you have to do is say, "No."  Remember you cannot control others actions but you have complete control over your own actions, at all times.  Say no to low hanging fruit. 

1 Corinthians 10:13, "No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it."

"Don't just run from temptation, look it in the eye and defeat it. "
- Baylor Barbee 

Say Your Affirmations

You have to speak a word over yourself.  It's not important what others say about you, but it is important to know who God says you are and to speak these words over your life.  Say your daily affirmations: I am His, I am enough, I am loved, I am smart, I am rich in love, i am beautiful, I am confidant etc.  Say it and believe it.  If you will not speak live over yourself, who will?  


Romans 8:37, "No, in all these things we are more than conquereors through Him who loved us."

Pray & Believe

You are a walking, talking, breathing MIRACLE!

How do you pray for a miracle?  First, pray persistently. Don't give up. Pray until something happens.  Secondly, Pray precisely.  Be descriptive and detailed about what you are praying for, don't be scared.  Lastly, pray with patience. Some of us have been praying for things for years.  God is simply saying right now isn't the time.  Pray. Believe. Be patient.  Your miracle is coming.

Luke 18:27, "What is impossible with man is possible with God." 

 

If you don't believe in miracles, perhaps you've forgotten, you are one.
— Unkown

Power in Your Words- Give Encouragement

Daily Devotion:

Pay close attention to the power in your words. Remember to give encouragement at all times. Encourage those around you even when it's not perfect.  Give the support and motivation so show that you believe in them.  This will help your kids, family, friends and loved ones to keep trying and not give up.  If you shoot them down and tell them how horrible it is they may never try again.  Focus on their effort and give encouragement.  This will push them to greatness! 

Hebrews 6:10, "God is not unjust; he will not forget your work and the love you have shown him as you have helped his people and continue to help them."

 

In the middle of every difficulty lies opportunity.

— Albert Einstein

3 Strategies to Overcome a Mountain

Daily Devotion: 

You will face mountains in your life. When you do, here are 3 key strategies to help.  First, ask yourself, "what just happened here?" This means analyze the situation and give yourself a clear explanation of facts.  God is trying to take your through something.  He's wants to teach you and bring you closer to Him through this lesson.  Secondly, take a moment to decide what to focus on.  This is key. Many times we waste time focussing on things that are not important or we simply focus on only the bad parts.  Change your perspective.  Third, choose what you are going to do next. Do not react out of emotions.  Make the hard choice by asking, "What would Jesus do?".  God commands us to cast our cares on Him.  No need to go through anything alone.  


Psalm 55:22, "Give your burdens to the LORD, and he will take care of you. He will not permit the godly to slip and fall."

What Would Jesus Do?

Daily Devotion:

 

When you find yourself blindsided by life's uphill battles, simply ask yourself, "What would Jesus Do?"

Here are 3 easy ways to handle life's obstacles.  First, know that difficult seasons are learning lessons of growth in the kingdom.  Secondly, your perspective matters.  With any situation you can look at it negatively or positively which inevitably will add or reduce stress in your life. Lastly, decide what to do with the situation.  Will you let it weigh you down or will you give it to Jesus?  For a bonus, keep 1Peter 5:7 imprinted in your heart forever. 


1 Peter 5:7, "Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you."

Blessed are they who see beautiful things in humble places where other people see nothing.
-Camille Pissarro

Rest in God's Presence

Daily Devotion:

 

Don't get caught up in the busyness of life that you find yourself exhausted and defeated.  Replenish your soul in the peace of God.  Find your rest in the Lord.  

Remember, at the end of your journey you will be standing before an audience of One.  God is the only one that matters.  


Exodus 33:14, "The Lord replied, “My Presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.”

 

A Full Restoration

Daily Devotion:

When you find yourself in a downward spiral heading toward depression, the one way to turn your situation around is to fully surrender yourself to God.  Surrendering leads to restoration in your relationship with God.  All God wants is for all of you to come back to Him, completely. Surrender your life, marriage and family to God, today.  

Romans 12:1, "Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship."

"Be the one who nurtures and builds. Be the one who has an understanding and a forgiving heart one who looks for the best in people. Leave people better than you found them."
― Marvin J. Ashton