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Greetings, friends, and welcome back to our study.  I hope you survived the (many!) snow days, and that you're enjoying the hope of warmer temps and sunshine (yay!!!!). And if you haven't already realized it, we are coming very close to completing our study on the fruits of the Spirit.  After this week's readings, we have only one fruit left.  Can you believe it?!  You've been so diligent!  And I hope you are ready to dive in to this week's materials.  If so . . . . let's get started. Thanks again to Suzanne Stelling for this amazing image. “Your eyes are windows into your body. If you open your eyes wide in wonder and belief, your body fills up with light. If you live squinty-eyed in greed and distrust, your body is a dank cellar. If you pull the blinds on your windows, what a dark life you will have!” Matthew 6:22-23, The Message Soaking in the Scripture (Section 1) Today, spend some time reflecting o

“Rejoice in the Lord always.   I will say it again: Rejoice!   Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:4-7  New International Version Soaking in the Scripture (Section One) Today, spend some time reflecting on this week’s scripture.   Read it a few times, perhaps in different translations, or even aloud.    Is there a word or phrase that strikes you as particularly relevant to your life during this season?   Give yourself some time to think, journal, or talk with a friend about the thoughts that emerge from your time of reflection. Also, try and find time to share this verse with each of your family members in ways that are appropriate to each of them, and see w