"Brother" by Needtobreathe
2. Look up at the stars. We worship a star-breathing God. Take time to wonder.
3. Be kind to everyone. See thought 1.
4. Don't be afraid to share your story.
5. We have all been claimed by God.
6. We all need somebody to lean on.
7. Hagar means "the stranger" in ancient Hebrew. God loves the strangers and the outsiders.
8. Make a joyful noise to the Lord. Notice that it doesn't say make a pretty noise; just a joyful one.
9. "You are my strength when I am weak, You are the treasure that I seek, You are my all in all." -Nicole Nordeman
10. Peace be upon you.
11. Peace be upon you.
12. Peace be upon you.
13. Sometimes we can see God in everyday things: a smile, a handshake, when your friend washes your dishes for you, sharing laughter... don't be afraid to look with new eyes.
14. Pray with your soul, not just with words. God is spirit, so take time to be spiritually in His presence.
15. Any hymn can be improved with beatboxing.
16. Worship can be anything: dancing, acts of kindness to others, walking alone, thinking, anything. Don't limit yourself to singing.
17. Don't be afraid to show your feelings. Don't hold in the laughter. Don't hold in the tears. Don't hold in the love.
18. Find a true friend.
19. Jesus has set the ultimate example of what it means to love, and He calls us to love outsiders as He has loved us.
20. Experience God's creation. Walk on a nature trail. Admire the way the light filters through the verdant leaves. Admire the way each stone on the ground seems perfectly placed. Admire the music of birds. Admire the deep blue sky.
21. Tell people what they mean to you.
22. Be thankful for what God has given you.
23. Be a person others can trust.
24. Take pictures!
25. You can never understand what your actions might mean to someone. Something as simple as including them in a group photo could make them feel accepted and loved.
26. Talk to shy people. You never know when a huge personality could be hiding beneath a small smile.
27. Be patient with others. God has been patient with you.
28. Release the breath you didn't realize you were holding.
29. Don't be afraid to try new things.
30. It's difficult to breathe when you are plunged into water below fifty degrees wearing nothing but a swimsuit.
31. 2 Timothy 1:7 "For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline."
32. Live boldly.
33. We have been given the gift of Living Water.
34. "Love like I'm not scared, give when it's not fair, live life for another, take time for a brother, fight for the weak ones, speak out for freedom, find faith in the battle, stand tall but above it all, fix my eyes on You." -For King and Country
35. Don't make anyone an outsider.
36. Spending time alone can be healing.
37. Memorize the sound of your friends' laughter.
38. Making others smile is a beautiful thing to do.
39. Let people know the real you.
40. Sometimes, silence can be more meaningful than words.
41. Let yourself live. Throw your head back and laugh. Laugh until the tears roll down your face. Don't recoil when people hold you. Smile when you are happy. Cry when you need to cry. Don't be afraid to cry loudly. Tears are as good a medicine as laughter. Sing when you want. Dance when you need to dance. Write notes if you need to write notes. God put us here to have a story. Make it a good story.
42. Love. Just love. Love all. Love deeply. Love friends until they become family in your heart. Love the world. Love your life. Love God. Know that you are loved. Love.
Peace be with you!
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