Peace Of Mind – Hmmm!

Matthew 1:18-25

Most of the we experience is the result of unresolved .

It could be within , with another , a or a .

Some Things To Know About Joseph

• Joseph was a man of great . He didn’t base his decisions on feelings. He didn’t build his life around what others thought.

• He didn’t build his life on what thought.

Joseph Built His Life Around Questions.

1^st Who am ?

Joseph had to deal with the issue of identity. This can always bring us conflict. It was time for Joseph to expose who he was. This decision was costly. “Peace” comes when we don’t try to be someone we are not. God not only gives us an identity – He gives us dignity.

2^nd What do I really want to ?

Truth: You must a negative with a . The positive is about relationships. A mature person settles the issue of personal responsibility. There are many things in life where we don’t have control, but you do have a say in your response. No one can take away your attitude unless you give it away.

3^rd What is really to me in life?

Joseph had his life well out – but God asked him to change directions. You can go with , , , but they will not last.

4^th How am I going to ?

This is an issue of . Peace of mind comes when we realize difficulties come and so we respond correctly and “move on” in our journey – becoming closer to God.