1. The Two Cycles Ephesians 2:1-10

2. Relient K – Let It All Out ‘And you said I know that this will hurt. But if I don't break your heart then things will just get worse. If the burden seems too much to bear Remember the end will justify the pain it took to get us there’.

3. 2 Timothy 2:1 “You then, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus” What does that practically look like?

4. The Cycle of Grief ACHIEVEMENT IDENTITY DRIVENNESS ACCEPTANCE OR CONDEMNATION

5. The Cycle of Grace IDENTITY (Ephesians 2:6) ACHIEVEMENT (Ephesians 2:10) SUSTENANCE (Ephesians 2:7) ACCEPTANCE (Ephesians 2:4-5)

7. Practical Tip - Acceptance Develop good relationships with people you can share openly and honestly with.

8. Practical Tip - Identity Familiarize yourself with who you are in Christ

9. Practical Tip - Sustenance Daily Bible Reading Daily Prayer Regular Sabbath – One day a week or – Little parts in each day

10. Practical Tip - Achievement