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Matthew 11:28–30 (NLT) 28 Then Jesus said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls. 30 For my yoke is easy to bear, and the burden I give you is light.”

Proverbs 3:5–6 (NLT) 5 Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. 6 Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take.

Authentic Relationships “I want to be an authentic person but the truth is too hard to admit”

Authentic Relationships “I want to be an authentic person but the truth is too hard to admit” James 5:16 (The Message) Make this your common practice: Confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you can live together whole and healed. The prayer of a person living right with God is something powerful to be reckoned with.

Authentic Relationships Be authentic with God

Authentic Relationships Be authentic with God Psalm 103:14 (NLT) 14 For he knows how weak we are; he remembers we are only dust.

Authentic Relationships Be authentic with God Psalm 103:14 (NLT) 14 For he knows how weak we are; he remembers we are only dust. The prayer of a person living right with God is something powerful to be reckoned with.

Authentic Relationships Be authentic with God Psalm 103:14 (NLT) 14 For he knows how weak we are; he remembers we are only dust. The prayer of a person living right with God is something powerful to be reckoned with. Be authentic with each other

Toxic Relationships Toxic “anything containing poisonous material capable of causing sickness or even death”

Toxic Relationships Toxic “anything containing poisonous material capable of causing sickness or even death” Proverbs 13:20 (NLT) 20 Walk with the wise and become wise; associate with fools and get in trouble. 1 Corinthians 15:33 (NLT) 33 Don’t be fooled by those who say such things, for “bad company corrupts good character.”

Toxic Relationships 2 Timothy 2:16–17 (NLT) 16 Avoid worthless, foolish talk that only leads to more godless behavior. 17 This kind of talk spreads like cancer..

Toxic Relationships 2 Timothy 2:16–17 (NLT) 16 Avoid worthless, foolish talk that only leads to more godless behavior. 17 This kind of talk spreads like cancer.. The Negative The Controller The Tempter

Dealing with Toxic People Set Healthy Boundaries

Dealing with Toxic People Set Healthy Boundaries Mark 1:35–37 (NLT) 35 Before daybreak the next morning, Jesus got up and went out to an isolated place to pray. 36 Later Simon and the others went out to find him. 37 When they found him, they said, “Everyone is looking for you.”

Dealing with Toxic People Set Healthy Boundaries Mark 1:35–37 (NLT) 35 Before daybreak the next morning, Jesus got up and went out to an isolated place to pray. 36 Later Simon and the others went out to find him. 37 When they found him, they said, “Everyone is looking for you.” 38 But Jesus replied, “We must go on to other towns as well, and I will preach to them, too. That is why I came.”

Dealing with Toxic People Set Healthy Boundaries Boundary #1: “I won’t let you talk to me or treat me that way.”

Dealing with Toxic People Set Healthy Boundaries Boundary #1: “I won’t let you talk to me or treat me that way.” Boundary #2: “I’m not going there with you.”

Dealing with Toxic People Set Healthy Boundaries Boundary #1: “I won’t let you talk to me or treat me that way.” Boundary #2: “I’m not going there with you.” 2. Know when to walk away

Dealing with Toxic People Set Healthy Boundaries Boundary #1: “I won’t let you talk to me or treat me that way.” Boundary #2: “I’m not going there with you.” 2. Know when to walk away Seek help

Challenge

Challenge Authentic relationships Toxic relationships

Challenge Authentic relationships Toxic relationships Proverbs 3:5–6 (NLT) 5 Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. 6 Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take.

Challenge Authentic relationships Toxic relationships We need God’s help

Challenge Authentic relationships Toxic relationships We need God’s help Goal : de-cluttered souls leaving room for God’s Spirit to live, work and breathe

Challenge Authentic relationships Toxic relationships Psalm 139:23–24 (NASB95) 23 Search me, O God, and know my heart; Try me and know my anxious thoughts; 24 And see if there be any hurtful way in me, And lead me in the everlasting way.

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