Seasons - they inevitably challenge and change us.
Nana Vinar's Strength in the Seasons offers her farm-to-heart vignettes in delightful doses that strengthen the reader through lessons in the soil, among the animals, and amidst the natural rhythms of life -just like Jesus conveyed through His parables.
Would you like to respond to life's seasons with a posture of strength? Strength in the Seasons will help you access God's strength in each season by:
Laughing at the cute, pondering the practical, and embracing the unexpected
Choosing God's truth from His Word as you trust the Lord
Leaning into weakness by relying on Jesus
Nana's Strength in the Seasons offers spiritual treats worth savoring -the kind that will draw you back to revisit her reflections over and over through the years.
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Strength in the Seasons Small Group
Nana focuses on the theme of trading worry for peace in today's message. She emphasizes that God cares about our worries, urging us to cast our anxieties on Him, as illustrated in Scripture. Nana also highlights that God's peace is stronger than our worries and the importance of seeking this divine peace in moments of fear. Lastly, Nana encourages us to acknowledge our need for God's help, reassuring us that we are not alone in our struggles and can find solace in His presence.
Nana shares insights on transforming worry into peace through her personal experience with illness while preparing for a message. She emphasizes that envy can hinder our contentment by making us focus on what others have instead of appreciating God's provisions in our lives. Nana outlines that God promises to meet our needs, calls us to be content, and delights in fulfilling our desires, urging us to trust His timing and provision. Ultimately, she encourages us to surrender our desires to God while continuing to ask for what we long for, finding true satisfaction in our relationship with Him.
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Nana emphasizes the importance of community and connection among believers, stating that we need each other to grow and encourage one another. During the message, she explores the concept of gentleness as a fruit of the Spirit, contrasting it with anger and impatience, and highlighting that true gentleness is strength under control. Using personal anecdotes, she illustrates how gentleness builds trust and improves relationships, whether with children, pets, or in everyday interactions. The message encourages us to reflect on God’s gentle nature and to ask for His guidance in displaying the same gentleness towards others.
Week 4
Nana discusses the concept of whether God is safe, drawing parallels between the behavior of animals and our own relationship with God. Through personal anecdotes about her chickens, she illustrates how trust is built over time, and how our perceived "flight zones" can sometimes prevent us from allowing God to draw near. Nana emphasizes that despite feelings of shame, fear, or guilt, God's love invites us to approach Him for safety and support in our vulnerable moments. Ultimately, Nana reassures us that God is indeed safe and desires closeness to guide us and set us free.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Lois Peterson, located in Cary, North Carolina, finds joy in creating watercolor art for her company, It's by Design. Find more of her work at itsbydesign.com.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Nana Vinar lives with her husband, Kendrick Vinar, in Hillsborough, North Carolina. Along with tending animals and gardens, she serves on the pastoral team at Grace Church where Kendrick serves as the Senior Pastor. She loves to help people grow more deeply in love with Jesus and thrive as they trust Him more and more. Nana and Kendrick have five children, two daughters-in- law, and one handsome grandson.