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Learning to Trust God {Guarded by Christ Book Review}

by Lori Schumaker in #MomentsofHope

I remember watching the movie, “The Body Guard.” As a teen I dreamed of having a voice like Whitney Houston’s and a Knight in Shining Armor like Kevin Costner. So, when this movie came along? I mean, in 1992, what  girl didn’t feel the pitter-patter of her heart as she leaned in close watching these two icons come together? The mystery, the self-sacrifice, the guarded love story …

An epic tale of a Knight in Shining Armor!

This movie, like many others before and after it, resonated with the world because indifferent to our background, independence, or tough-guy mentality, at our core, God created us with vulnerability and a yearning to trust.

It’s a part of our human condition reminding us we are small and the world big. That there is much we cannot control. It draws us toward safety and toward those Knights in Shining Armor.

But the draw is not toward just any Knight. It’s the one that pledges to protect our all – body, mind, heart, soul, and spirit.

Learning to Trust God {Guarded in Christ Book Review + Giveaway}- We are wired to yearn for human connection. To yearn for trust. Without it we are empty. But when we look to the world to fill that need, we set us and them up for failure. But not when we learn to trust God. #ChosenandWorthy #MomentsofHope - Lori Schumaker

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We search for the ultimate guard. The ultimate protector and trustworthy one. Why? Because we are wired with a yearning for it. A yearning to let go of pretense and of the walls we have firmly planted around ourselves.

As each person comes into our lives, we begin the dance. The opening of our hearts and the sharing of what’s underneath the surface. Then, as we get more comfortable, we place upon their not-so-wide shoulders, the role, and responsibility of protector. Guard.

It’s a role for which they’ve never asked nor for which they are equipped. What we yearn for is an unrealistic expectation they can never fulfill.

Parents do the best with what they have, yet they fail somehow to protect us. Their failure leaves us thinking, “I am not valuable.”

A friend lacking experience in making tough choices chooses ease over loyalty. The betrayal stings and our hearts grieve. Rejection finds its place within us and we wonder, “Do I even matter?”

Our spouse falls into sin or simply doesn’t step up the way we think they should. The hurt overwhelms turning our world upside down. We wonder, “Why wasn’t I enough?”

You see, in all the world there is not a person capable of wholly filling that hole in our heart. The role of protector.

We are each uniquely broken, falling short of perfection. And imperfect people do not make perfect protectors.

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Here’s the truth.

That vulnerability and yearning for a safe place into which we can lean and trust? It’s our souls cry for the God who created us. And He alone is the only One who can fulfill it.

By Him alone, we are guarded.

Learning to Trust God {Guarded in Christ Book Review + Giveaway}- We are wired to yearn for human connection. To yearn for trust. Without it we are empty. But when we look to the world to fill that need, we set us and them up for failure. But not when we learn to trust God. #ChosenandWorthy #MomentsofHope - Lori Schumaker

Knowing, embracing, and living out this truth gives us the security to live free and allows us to be in healthy relationship with others. It frees us from the burden of unrealistic expectations.

I have had the opportunity to read and review a copy of Heather Holleman’s, Guarded by Christ: Knowing the God Who Rescues and Keeps Us. In it, she says, “The first and arguably most important facet of His guarding care is that we’re protected by Christ’s righteousness at all times. We’re clothed in it. We’re completely covered by it.”

When we realize that not only are our physical selves protected by God, but the deepest place within our souls is protected as well, we change how we live. It brings peace not only to our relationships but in how we function in the world. We find freedom from things like fear, anxiety, bitterness, anger, self-condemnation, self-affliction, insecurity, and hopelessness.

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If you long to trust God and live free, Guarded by Christ is a book you need to read. (Find out more here!) It is a study that will help you live by:

Righteousness instead of condemnation
Peace instead of anxiety
Hope instead of despair
The Holy Spirit’s power instead of self-effort
A crucified life instead of a self-important one

As I read this study, I went wild with my pen! Underlining, starring, and highlighting paragraph after paragraph. As you know, I’ve done a lot of work on identity. It’s at the heart of the message of hope I share buy nolvadex clomid uk here in this space and the heart of my new series #ChosenandWorthy.

Guarded by Christ by Heather Holleman

But this book brought with it something new. A fresh way of looking at living in our true identity.

At living free and victorious.

A tool for escaping condemnation, guilt, and shame. The very things that hold us back from living out of our full worth. It was in these words I caught my breath and felt the guarding. I felt the hedge of protection not just around my physical self, but around my soul.

“I’m dragging myself out of bed, and before my toes hit the worn carpet, I feel the weight of the day on my soul. I feel the creeping power of shame and guilt begin their encircling strangle. But I remember the words that parade in alliterative beauty across the landscape of my mind.

I’m confident before God and not condemned.

Also, I’m catapulting into the presence of a God who is captivated by me.

Additionally, I’m not conforming to rules. I’m covered by righteousness.

I recall the words and then Jesus. Immediately, He encloses my heart and soul in a guarding embrace. I’ve generated the soul fortress anew with the first piece of critical data: I’m not condemned. I’m confident. I’m catapulting myself into His arms. You can say this, too.

And we can begin the day as a new person.“

You all know how much I like giving things away. Especially things that point to Jesus and change lives. So I am excited to tell you that Moody Publishers is graciously offering to send one of my readers a copy of Guarded by Christ! To enter to win, simply use the Rafflecopter below ?
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Cassidy’s story is one of a debilitating unknown chronic illness. Many of you can relate to chronic illness. And others of you can relate to the endless pummeling of pain in this life. Each of us bears the scars of our unique stories. In this week’s featured post, Cassidy gives us 6 Things I’ve Learned in 6 Years of Illness. In it, she gifts us with insight into the grasping of His guarding. Into an identity not defined by circumstances, but an identity reflected in the image of Christ. May her words offer you hope … (And when you visit Cassidy, make sure to give her some #MomentsofHope love!)

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  1. Laura Rath says

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    Hi Lori,
    God has been putting this theme of identity on my heart lately–identity, hope, and that we are called by Him, by name. When He started, I didn’t yet know I’d be speaking on the topic of identity in March, but now I know it was in preparation. I just love how He works! I had not heard of this book until I read your post today. Sounds like one I should add to my to-read list.
    Have a great week!
    Laura

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      Hi Laura,
      You are talking the themes that make my heart burst with passion! Hope and identity! It’s so critical to how we function in the world and it breaks my heart to see soooooo many people struggle profoundly with it. I will be praying that as you speak, God moves through your words to minister to the hearts of many who need to grasp their full worth!
      Blessings and smiles,
      Lori

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  2. Emily Swanson says

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    AMEN. AMEN. AMEN. We were reading Romans 8 as part of the church service yesterday, and it stood out to me over and over again how we are not condemned in Christ Jesus, that even if the devil tries to condemn us with his lies he can not, because Christ has taken the condemnation. So so thankful. I haven’t been here in too long (also, I was wondering if I can have you on my podcast I just started a few weeks ago? You can email me if you are able!)

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    • Lori says

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      Hi Emily,
      Yes! Jesus went in place of us to take the condemnation so I we need to do is speak that Truth in the face of the enemy’s lies! I’m so glad to see you back here this week ♥ Yes, I’d love to do your podcast! I’ll message you!

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  3. Michele Morin says

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    Such a blessing to be reminded (on the Monday morning after school vacation, especially!) that our Savior is also our Hero who guards and rescues!

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      Monday mornings are sometimes exhausting, aren’t they? And amen! Our Savior is truly our greatest Hero! Thanks, Michele ♥

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  4. Crystal Twaddell says

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    Lori, this is an excellent book review, and I’m addin it to my list. This yearning for a safe place and a place to live out our full worth in complete trust is so real and powerful in each of us. I’m so grateful for this promise and the hope that comes in exchanging our guilt and shame for the freeing truth and protection of all Christ did for me!

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    • Lori says

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      Oh, Crystal, I think you would love it! And Amen to exchanging our guilt and shame for the freeing truth and protection of all Christ did for us!
      Hugs,
      Lori

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  5. mareedee2016 says

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    Lori – This looks like fantastic book. When you mentioned that you went wild with your pen, I was convinced. Trust is a topic I think many struggle with. Knowing God is trustworthy has carried me through some dark moments.

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      Ha! Yes, the books I love are filled with circles, underlines, stars, and notes! 🙂 It really is a fantastic book! I agree, trust is hard to embrace. It’s in making that head knowledge be heart knowledge.

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  6. Lauren Gaskill says

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    Seated With Christ was amazing … I can only imagine just how lovely this book is too! Thanks for sharing!

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      I keep hearing so many great things about “Seated with Christ”! I’m going to have to read it! Thanks for stopping by, Lauren!

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  7. Lisa notes... says

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    I remember seeing The Body Guard also. Ah, Kevin Costner was dreamy. ha. So grateful that Christ is the perfect protector for us in every way! Guarded by Christ sounds like a marvelous book. Thanks for sharing it with us, Lori.

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      Yes! Someone else who gets my teenage crush on Kevin Costner! 🙂 🙂 It’s such a good book and study, Lisa! I hope you get the chance to read it!

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  8. kirabridges says

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    This book looks fabulous! Thanks for sharing, it is going on my to read list.

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  9. Kira says

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    This book looks fabulous! Thanks for sharing, it is going on my to read list.

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      It’s so good! I hope you get the chance to read it, Kira!

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  10. Joanne Viola (@JViola79) says

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    I so enjoy her study, “Seated With Christ”. This sounds like another wonderful book. Thank you for the opportunity!

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      cI never got a chance to read “Seated with Christ”! I may have to check that out, too! Thanks, Joanne!

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  11. Dawn Boyer says

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    Lori,

    The book and study look like a worthy pursuit of time, and the topic is one that has been on my radar lately ” keeping God”. Thank you for suggesting this and for sharing your insights from your reading. My husband asked me the other day why I have a pen, a notebook, and a highlighter when I am reading. I said, of course I have to take notes!! 😉

    I am heading over to read Cassidy’s post next, thank you for sharing her words with us.
    Blessings,
    Dawn

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    • Lori says

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      I had to laugh at your husband’s response, Dawn 🙂 My husband doesn’t get it at all either. Anything in the world of reading, writing, and studying for enjoyment befuddles him 🙂 Thanks for making me smile today!

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  12. Trudy Den Hoed says

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    Hi, dear Lori! This book sounds so good. I long to catapult myself into Jesus’ arms, to trust Him with all my heart, and to be free from all the chains of shame, insecurity, and self-condemnation. Thank you for these encouraging words, my friend. Love and hugs to you!

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      I’m praying a day comes where you will do just that, my sweet friend! ♥

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  13. Sarah Geringer says

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    Living guarded by Christ…if I had this at the top of my mind daily, I would feel far less afraid and more inspired to take leaps of faith. Thanks for hosting this giveaway, Lori!

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    • Lori says

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      I agree, Sarah! If we could envision it every single time we sense the hesitation, right?

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  14. Julie says

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    Lori- I love this post! My word for this year is trusting in God, so it spoke to me. I’m definitely going to check out Heather’s book!
    Hugs!

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    • Lori says

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      Hi Julie,
      It’s such a good study! I know you would love it!
      Blessings and smiles,
      Lori

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  15. leslie976 says

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    I love this concept of living guarded by Christ. Just this morning I was thinking of several of my favorite verses in Psalms that tell us God is our shield….This seems to go right along with that. After reading this review I am really wanting to read the book! Thank you for sharing, Lori!

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    • Lori says

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      It’s an awesome one, Leslie!

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  16. Loved by the King of kings says

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    Hi, Lori!
    I visited your Facebook page and scrolled all the way down into January. My son was a Micheline baby, too. We joked about him being a sumo wrestler. 🙂
    He also has that empathy and compassion going, so I can relate on that level as well.
    I hope and pray that he will be steadfast follower of Christ for his whole life. Writing is not his thing, so I have not had the pleasure of reading such an amazing post of spiritual warfare from him like you have from your son. Bravo and Congratulations to your son! Well done! Keep up the good work, both of you! 🙂
    May God continue to bless you today and always.

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  17. messymarriage says

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    Your post and this book sounds like something I’d be highlighting (if I could do that here on your blog, but definitely in that book) and nodding my head the entire time I’m reading! Thanks for reminding us of the best way to view our husbands, not to mention others that we sometimes make our “guards” in life. Christ is the one One who deserves that position or can fully keep us safe. Hugs to you, Lori!

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  18. Ugochi says

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    Sounds like a really great book to read Lori! And I love how you reviewed it giving us pointers to what we would learn from it. Thanks for sharing and do have a super blessed day!
    Love

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They tried to roll their eyes at me each morning, They tried to roll their eyes at me each morning, but I still saw the little sparkle that told me the words still mattered. No matter how "uncool" I was, they loved being reminded of who and whose they were!

Our children, especially our teens, fight an incredible battle every single day. The world is at their literal fingertips 24/7 and what it tells them about their identity isn't anything that will give them solid ground to stand on. 

So we need to give that Truth to them. Again and again.

Who are they? They are a child of God, a treasured member of their family, and a representative of themselves, their families, and Christ. 

Whose are they? They are God's. The maker of the universe. The same One who created the oceans, the mountains, the sun, and the moon. The One who created them uniquely with and for a purpose. Who calls them wonderful and beloved. 

⛔They do not belong to the world. ⛔And the world has no right to tell them differently. 👉But, if we, as parents, don't give them these truths and weapons to fight a very broken world, we may lose them to its brokenness. 😭

Give them hugs, spend time with them, talk, laugh, create memories ... but above all, remind them exactly who and Whose they are. Then pray like crazy! 😘💛
"So he said to me, “This is the word of the Lord "So he said to me, “This is the word of the Lord to Zerubbabel: ‘Not by might nor by power, but by my Spirit,’ says the Lord Almighty." -Zechariah 4:6

Whether you are worn out and weary wondering how things will get done. Or you are striving, pushing, or willing something you want to happen. 🌟It will only get done through God's strength. 🌟

The Spirit of the Lord is the strength behind your situation. He has the ultimate say in the matter. Hand it over to Him. Join Him by working with Him, not against. 
Listen. 
Lean in. 
And trust. 
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Jesus is my sunshine 💛 When I keep my eyes and Jesus is my sunshine 💛 When I keep my eyes and thoughts on Him and His Truth, the darkness of shadows do not have power over me. 

So if today the darkness seems too heavy, turn your face toward the sunshine. Hope will meet you there. 🌞
If the unsteadiness of this world is causing anxie If the unsteadiness of this world is causing anxiety to build within you, there is a way to be unshaken. 

It's not a one-time deal. It's a longing in our hearts to rest in the One who is in control of it all and loves us like crazy.  It's a faith that surrenders our concerns and control in trust. 

🌟It all starts in prayer. The more I pray, the more peace I find. And when I get all wrapped up in the things going on around me and forget to pray, I feel the pressure rise. God hears us and answers our prayers. 

🛐 Dear Jesus, 
Today I humbly come to You in acknowledgment of how little I really have under control. The world is turned upside down and my peace wavers. Anxiety wants to take over. But I know that You are God and You are on the throne. You are bigger than any calamity or struggle I may ever face. 

Father, I want to rest in the knowledge that I am a child of God. I am Yours. So, today I set the reflection of the world down and pick up Your reflection — calm, steady, and unwavering. A reflection of righteousness, love, and mercy. 

Make me whole in You, Jesus. Make my heart overflow with You. 

In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen

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 I’ve called your name. You’re mine.
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 And when you’re in rough waters, you will not go down.
When you’re between a rock and a hard place,
 it won’t be a dead end—
Because I am God, your personal God,
 The Holy of Israel, your Savior.
I paid a huge price for you:
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May today remind you of the hope that always lives. Three days before what we now call Easter Sunday, it seemed all was lost. Darkness prevailed. Jesus died on the cross. Grief echoed throughout the land. 

But as the sun rose on the third day, it was found that death did not conquer Hope after all.  In victory, Jesus rose from the dead. Light conquered darkness for all of eternity. 

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Sis, take the next step to be free in your purpose, free in your soul, free in your vision.

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🌟Get all the details and register at www.SheilaArringtonMinistries.com/Conference 🌟
It’s been awhile since I’ve made a social medi It’s been awhile since I’ve made a social media video. But it’s also been awhile since I’ve truly been active anywhere on social media!

But that is changing! I needed the time to process through all the loss and trials of the last year. And although I know I’m not finished with that process, I feel joy coursing through my soul once again. 

It’s perfect timing, too, because I’m speaking for a breakout session at the Purposely Designed Conference in Phoenix, Az on Saturday April 23rd from 8:30 am - 3:00 pm. 

And it’s in person which makes it even better! 🥳

So, if any of these questions resonate anywhere in your soul, REGISTER!! ❤️

1. Do you feel stuck and in the pits? 
2. Are you holding on to your mistakes that can actually hinder you from your distinctive purpose? 
3. Do you feel like your life is not going where it should be? 
4. Are you ready to get unstuck, and move forward? 
4. Are you ready to step out of the pit and into purpose?
5. Do you need a day to focus on you and to tune out a noisy and demanding world? 

➡️Find out more about my session by listening to my video 
Or 
➡️ register today at www.SheilaArringtonMinistries.com/conference
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