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10 Things God Has Taught Me This Summer

He can be present in more places in your life than just church.

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10 Things God Has Taught Me This Summer
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1. It's not about the things, but the experiences

God didn’t create us to become obsessed with worldly things, we were made to enjoy the beauty he has created in the world around us.

2. There’s more to life than what’s seen on social media

Social media was created for us to fall into the bondage of comparison, but God created each one of us uniquely so comparison is a false truth.

3. Happiness can also be found in solidarity and peacefulness

It’s OK if you’re not doing something every second of everyday, God looks for moments of solidarity to draw near to us and show us pure happiness.

4. Reading the Bible isn’t the only way to learn about the gospel

Oftentimes Christian music directly refers to verses and teachings of Jesus in songs, the gospel can be sung as well as read.

5. The saying “Let Go and Let God” has never been more true

Oftentimes people try to come home for the summer and fix everything in their broken lives, they actively try to mend relationships on their own terms instead of sitting back and letting God lead them toward their true path.

6. Our worldly desires are not always the things God wants for us

Most of the time, the things we want have been coaxed on by the people and things around us and the things God wants for us have been buried under the things of this earth.

7. The biggest characteristic of your faith should be kindness and love

The main thing Jesus wants from us, is to be more like him. People will remember your faith in God through the way you treat them rather than how much you try to preach to them.

8. Belief in Jesus Christ isn’t just a belief or an ideology, it’s a lifestyle

One of the main reasons why people are so against religion is because they think it takes too much work, show others that the work you do for faith is more rewarding than that of any other task in your life.

9. Find Brothers and Sisters in Christ

And most importantly stay connected with them, they will help you stay on track with the life you were born to live out.

10. Don’t be afraid to speak of Jesus like a friend

Demonstrate your relationship with Christ by referring to Him throughout your day. Stay in conversation with the Lord and thank Him for every blessing you experience in your day.

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