Strong In Every Season
Walking In The Eye Of The Storm
Life isn’t one long stretch of sunshine—or storm. It’s a journey through seasons. Some seasons are full of growth—where everything seems to flourish. Others feel like winter—quiet, still, even painful. There are times of setback and struggle, and times when we’re called to slow down, to rest, or to be pruned through discipline. But in every season, God is present, and He is working. Join us for Strong In Every Season, a powerful new sermon series that will help you recognize God’s hand in every chapter of your journey. This series will speak to every stage of life, whether you’re in the middle of a breakthrough or just trying to hold on. Come discover the beauty and purpose behind every season—and how to walk through each one with faith, wisdom, and peace.
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Rick Malm
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Strong in Every Season Week 3: Walking In The Eye Of The Storm 🎯 Key Takeaways Core Points: -Find peace amidst chaos by praying, petitioning God, and giving thanks. This transcends human understanding. -God’s peace guards your heart and mind from anxiety and fear. Visualize it as a guardian. -Believe in God’s plan for good, even in difficult times. This means trusting Him completely, not just acknowledging His existence. -Storms and trials strengthen faith. Embrace challenges as opportunities for spiritual growth. -God works all things together for good for those who love Him. Use the example of sodium and chlorine forming salt to illustrate. -Get in the “wheelbarrow” and trust God completely in all circumstances.
🔍 Summary Finding Peace in Chaos
Richard Malm shares a personal anecdote about experiencing the eye of a hurricane. The eerie silence in the midst of the surrounding destruction illustrates the possibility of finding inner peace despite external chaos. This experience serves as a metaphor for navigating life’s challenges. He emphasizes that while we cannot control life’s storms, we can control our response. The speaker advocates for cultivating inner peace even amidst life’s trials and tribulations.
The Power of Prayer and Thanksgiving
The message centers on Philippians 4:6, which encourages not worrying, but instead praying, petitioning, and giving thanks. Richard Malm highlights that this is not a simple platitude but a practical strategy for coping with anxiety. He points out that Paul wrote this while imprisoned, facing potential death, emphasizing the power of this approach even in dire circumstances.
Trusting God’s Plan
Richard Malm discusses Romans 8:28, which states that God works all things together for the good of those who love Him. He uses the analogy of chlorine and sodium combining to create salt – two harmful substances creating something essential for life – to illustrate how God transforms hardship into something beneficial. This isn’t a promise of avoiding challenges, but a promise of transforming them. The speaker reinforces the idea of trusting God’s plan, even when circumstances seem overwhelmingly difficult.
True Belief and Action
Richard Malm differentiates between simply believing in God’s existence and truly trusting Him. He uses the example of a tightrope walker who invites a volunteer to be carried across Niagara Falls in a wheelbarrow, highlighting the leap of faith required for true belief. This action demonstrates a full surrender and trust in God’s ability to guide and protect. The analogy is used to encourage a deeper level of trust and commitment to God.
The “Wheelbarrow” Metaphor
The concluding section emphasizes the “wheelbarrow” metaphor – letting go of control and trusting God to guide your life. It is a call to action, encouraging the audience to surrender to God’s will and allow Him to work through their lives. This is presented as a path towards a life of peace and trust, regardless of the challenges faced. The speaker closes by inviting the audience into prayer.