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1. Rejoice (v.4)

• “in the Lord always”
• The source in which believers joy exists is Christ
• Our only hope in life and death is, that we belong to God (Rom.14:7-8)
• Who/what are you rejoicing in?

2. Let your gentleness be evident to all (v.5)

• Our joy in Christ enables us to display counter-cultural attitudes and actions in difficult circumstances
• The Lord is near - we are indwelled, encompassed, and empowered by the presence of God (1 Cor. 3:16; Psalm 139:7)
• Who/what have you entrusted yourself to?

3. Do not be anxious (v.6)

• About anything
• Indicates a lack of trust in God’s wisdom, sovereignty, and power
• Meditating on the truth is a great antidote for anxiety (Matt. 6:25-27)
• Who/what do you turn to for the Truth?

4. Present your requests to God (v.7)

• With thanksgiving
• When praying remember:
• The love of God - which only desires what is best for us
• The wisdom of God - which alone knows what is best for us
• The power of God - which alone can bring about that which is best for us
• Replace anxiety with thankful prayer (Heb. 4:14-16)

“AND”

• The peace of God;
• Enables believers to break the normal anxious behaviour expected in the midst of difficult circumstances
• Stands like a garrison over our hearts and minds
• Who are you presenting your requests to?
• How are you presenting your requests?

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