If you see your brother’s ox or sheep straying, do not ignore it but be sure to take it back to him. — D e u t e r o n o m y 2 2 : 1

Jesus gave us the greatest example of how to rely on him: “I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep” (John 10:11). Jesus protects us as a shepherd protects his sheep.

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Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. — M a t t h e w 5 : 5

Our normal reaction to something life-threatening is rarely ever mild, submissive, or moderate. There is something to be said of a meek person whose life is controlled by Jesus. He or she is not easily angered, doesn’t have a temper, doesn’t get drunk, doesn’t envy, kill, or sleep around.

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In his heart a man plans his course, but the Lord determines his steps. — Pr o v e r b s 1 6 : 9

Ani, 19, said she struggles with “trying to keep my prayers in balance and the age-old question: ‘Who am I going to marry?”

To Read Further: Psalm 37:23; Proverbs 20:24; Jeremiah 10:23

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At the end of the time set by the king to bring them in, the chief official presented them to Nebuchadnezzar. The king talked with them, and he found none equal to Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael and Azariah; so they entered the king’s service. — D a n i e l 1 : 1 8 – 1 9

Daniel won over the foreign king because of his character. He and his friends were on a mission, and because of their witness, Jesus showed up (literally) and saved them. To read more of this fascinating story, read Daniel 3.

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Athletes cannot win the prize unless they follow the rules. — 2 T i m o t h y 2 : 5 ( n l t )

Want to lead by godly example? Follow the rules Jesus laid out in his Word. Don’t become part of the statistic of twentysomethings who don’t go to church. Be the
answer to why they do.

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