1. Rest - "Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest." -Matthew 11:28

Stop what you're doing and remove all distractions from around you as much as it is feasible. Sit or lay down, close your eyes, and silence any sounds. Focus on breathing slowly in through your nose and out through your mouth. Be still and silent, knowing that you are in the presence of God.

2. Pray - "But this kind does not come out except by prayer and fasting." -Matthew 17:21

Invite the Holy Spirit to guide your prayer: "Come Holy Spirit, teach me to pray." Then pray as the Holy Spirit moves you to pray, and continue to "fast" from all distractions as you pray.

3. Serve - "Whatever you did for one of these least brothers of mine, you did for me." -Matthew 25:40

Talk to someone in person or on the phone about your thoughts and feelings about the adversity you're experiencing, and invite them to do the same. If you don't know who to talk to, contact ARMOR and we'll reach out to you as soon as possible.

Striving to Get Help Now is a response to adversity that helps to delay gratification, calm the mind/body/spirit, and connect with God and others. Afterward, strive to Live Virtuously Today.