A balanced response to the Coronavirus

Youversion Event

Do Christians have good reason to panic?

Psalms 46:1-11, Psalms 103:19, Philippians 4:4-7

How can I have peace when I don't know if my family is safe?

Man is only a reed, the weakest in nature... There is no need for the whole universe to take up arms to crush him: a vapor ... is enough to kill him." French Christian philosopher Blaise Pascal

The Roman's Road

Romans 3:23 --> Romans 6:23 --> Romans 5:8 --> Romans 10:9-10 --> Romans 10:13

On the practical side, what's the best way to prepare for Coronavirus and minimize it's Reach?

1. Listen to our leaders. Romans 13:1,4
2. Limit your media exposure. Philippians 4:8-9
3. Take practical precautions. 2 Corinthians 5:17
4. Be reasonably prepared. Proverbs 6:6-8
5. Remember, our primary goal is not self-protection. Matthew 6:25-33; 1 John 3:16-18; Philippians 1:21-25

Prayer:

• Pray that God would fill us with courage and love to serve those who may need us in the days & weeks to come
• Pray that God would stir many who are afraid right now to make sure their eternity is secure in a relationship with Jesus.

Encouraging Music to inspire worship:

Fearless

No Longer Slaves

It is Well