How To Confront a Crisis by Rick Warren (I loved this article from Rick Warren and wanted to share it with you)
Recently, a woman in Florida won $17,000,000 in a lottery. She called home to her live-in boyfriend and said, “I’ve just won the lottery! Start packing!” Her boyfriend replied, “That’s fantastic! Should I pack for warm or cold weather?” She said without emotion, “I don’t care – just as long as you are out of the house by the time, I get home!” That man had a crisis!
Unexpected crises are a part of life. At this moment you are in one of three phases: Either you just got out of a crisis… or you’re in a crisis right now… or you’re headed into a crisis.
First, Determine the Reason. Ask yourself: “What is really the reason behind this crisis?” The reason is often deeper than what appears on the surface.
Second, Determine the Result. Ask: “What can I learn from this?” Every crisis is an opportunity to enlarge my perspective, sharpen my skills, and develop my character.
Third, Determine my Response. Ask: “What is the best way to respond to this?” Regardless of what else you do; your response should include 3 elements: 1. Confront the problem. 2. Confess your part. (If any) If you brought this crisis on yourself, admit it, and ask forgiveness. Don’t make excuses and don’t blame others. 3. Claim a promise. Did you know there are over 7,000 promises of God to help you in the Bible? RW
Folks, we will continue our series on prayer today. I hope that all our prayer lives are growing stronger. Please keep praying about the purchase of our new church property and building. Things are progressing fast. After the service I will bring you up to date. Next Sunday is Heritage Sunday. I hope you will take part and bring food and a friend. Cindy will give us more information about this. Please get an extra copy of the Mature Living and a Daily Bread and give it to a FRAN (Friend Relative Acquaintance Neighbor)
How do you give to Country Fellowship? At the Welcome Table, you will find our Offering Bucket. You can also give online. Go to mycountryfellowship.com and click on Partner with Us.
How can I join Country Fellowship Church? Go to the Welcome Table, fill out a Green Sheet, and drop it in the bucket. Pastor Charles (That’s Me) will follow up with you with a phone call.
Blessings!
Pastor Charles
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