John 14:27
John 14:27 Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.
John 14:27 Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.
Watch as Economic Freedom Fighters leader Julius Malema addresses journalists in Johannesburg on the Nkandla matter. This comes after President Jacob Zuma said he would pay back some of the money spent on upgrades. Speaking during the briefing, Malema did not mince his words on the EFF’s views on the Gupta family. He called for the family to leave the country immediately. He insisted representatives from Gupta-owned news sites would not be allowed access to EFF events and conferences in the future. “We are not going to allow Zuma to make us another failed African state,” Malema said.
With all the weight and burden that life throws away, it’s pretty easy to get stressed. Nowadays, stress is seen to be a norm in society and is often correlated with productivity. People often think that when you’re stressed, you’re better off because it means you’re doing a lot of things. What does the Bible tell us about stress? As true as it is that God wants us to be proactive and productive, I refuse to believe that God wants you to be stressed. Merriam-Webster’s defines stress as “something that causes strong feelings of worry or anxiety.” But the Bible makes it very clear that we are not to worry. If you’re the person who frequently worries and is chronically stressed, please don’t beat yourself up and feel bad because that’s just going to get you more stressed! However, it’s important that you know that stress, worry, anxiety was never God’s original plan for you. Yes, God allows challenges, circumstances and suffering to come, but His word promises us that God will and has already provided you with a way out. God never promised that our life will be free of stressors and problems. He has promised, however, that if we remain in Him, He will remain in us, and that He will be a firm foundation that will help us withstand any storm and trial that comes our way. Here are some scriptures in the Bible that tell us of the freedom we have from worry and stress: 1. Philippians 4:6. “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.” 2. Hebrews 13:5-6. “Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said, “Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.” So we say with confidence,”The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can mere mortals do to me?” 3. Matthew 11:28-30. “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light” (). 4. Romans 8:31. “If God is for us, who can be against us?” 5. 1 John 4:18. “There is no fear in love but perfect love drives out fear, for fear has a torment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love” 6. John 19:30. “When he had received the drink, Jesus said, “It is finished.” With that, he bowed his head and gave up his spirit.” 7. Romans 8:28. “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who[a]have been called according to his purpose.”
Celebrities using the limelight to share and promote their faith is one of the most noble things they could do. That’s what these beloved megastars decided to do and each quote is more moving than the next! From Beyonce to Tom Hanks, Mark Wahlberg to Will Smith and everyone A-List star in between, these people have dedicated their lives to Christianity and they aren’t afraid to show it. Spreading the word of God and admitting that He’s a big part of their success is the righteous thing to do. Basketball superstar Stephen Curry explained his love of Christ concisely, “Jesus is everything to me.” He’s having a record-breaking season and there’s no sign of stopping! Actor Tom Hanks had more of a blunt approach, saying, “I think you’d be foolish not to believe in God.” His career has reached unthinkable levels – he’s won two Academy Awards, four Golden Globes, five People’s Choice Awards and dozens of other professional awards and philanthropic recognitions. Tom has also taken a step behind the scenes and used his cinematic talents to write, direct and produce his own films. They owe their success to Jesus Christ and each one of these incredible celebrities knows that!