"I truly believe that if Jesus walked these streets today, He would definitely hang out at His local thrift store."

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"So often, single people say they don't feel welcome in the church, so I want to give you this antidote: welcome them. Scripture reminds us in Ephesians 4 that we are all part of the body of Christ, but sometimes we miss out on one another and it actually means that the church is not as strong as it could be. If a member of the body is feeling disconnected, it's really vital that we make sure a connection is made. Before a single friend has a chance to even process the awkwardness of finding a place to sit on a Sunday, invite them to join you. Before a single friend has a chance to get to their car and go home to a sandwich and no conversation partner, ask them if you can have them over for a meal."

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"Maybe you’ve been like me — caught between your grand plans and your actual life. Maybe you’ve been feeling a little panicky that what you intended to do, simply hasn’t gotten done. Maybe what we all really need right now is to remember that God has this all under control. We get to simply pray, 'God, help me to make choices today that honor Your plans for my life.' Amen!"

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"You never have to be afraid that you’re letting God down by being human. Your loving God is compassionate toward your tiredness. Your faithful God is able to use even your weakest moments to show His strength. Your limitless God isn’t held back by your limitations."

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"God's invitation to me and to you is a wholehearted surrender. Like a robber caught red-handed, arms flailing to the sky, finally giving up, we too have the opportunity to confess that we’re a wild mess and accept that Jesus is enough; the cross is enough.

We must reach the end of ourselves, where we can wholeheartedly proclaim, 'You can have all this world, but give me Jesus.'"

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"Jesus doesn't simply tolerate interruptions and the people who make them. He welcomes them. Jesus finds the people most unwanted and out of place, and rather than wait for them to make a fuss, He pulls out a chair and offers them a seat. Why? Because they aren't an interruption to His plan — they are His plan.

So am I. And so are you. Tax collectors and sinners, one and all."

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In this episode of the (in)courage podcast, Becky Keife interviews author Cleere Cherry Reaves about her book Unfiltered: Living Raw, Real, and Redeemed by Jesus. They discuss the importance of bringing our unfiltered selves to God, the dangers of perfectionism, and the need to redefine our identity based on who God says we are. They also explore the concept of excellence versus perfectionism and the role of emotions in our relationship with God. The conversation emphasizes the importance of focusing on God and others rather than ourselves, and the freedom that comes from surrendering our need for perfection and embracing our true identity in Christ. In this conversation, Cleere discusses her new devotional guide, Unfiltered, which encourages readers to come to God with their raw and unfiltered emotions. She emphasizes the importance of understanding our identity in Christ and aligning ourselves with God's kingdom order. Cleere also highlights the power of Scripture in guiding us through struggles and invites readers to engage with the devotional guide through reflection, questions, and prayer. The guide aims to help readers label their emotions, pursue joy in difficult circumstances, and cultivate authentic relationships. Overall, it encourages readers to embrace their unfiltered selves and find freedom in God's love.

Takeaways

• Bringing our unfiltered selves to God is essential for receiving His love and grace.
• Perfectionism is self-focused, while excellence is God-focused.
• Our identity is rooted in who God says we are, and understanding this is crucial for a correct view of ourselves.
• Emotions are a natural part of being human, and it's important to bring them to God and seek His guidance.
• Focusing on God and others rather than ourselves leads to freedom and a thriving relationship with Him. Come to God with your raw and unfiltered emotions, knowing that He welcomes and loves you.
• Embrace your unfiltered self and find freedom in God's love.

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"I can use what I’ve learned to become a better—and more compassionate—human being. Can you remember a time you maintained a normal facade while falling apart on the inside? I can.

We’re instructed to “Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ” (Galatians 6:2). When we choose kindness as our first response instead of our last, we make the world a more gracious place and provide the people around us a soft place to land."

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