Transformation Church
Discussion Guide

Help I've Got Anxiety

Pastor Brad Livingston
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September 8, 2024

Main Idea

The central message of Pastor Brad's sermon was that anxiety can be a tool God uses to deepen our reliance on Him. He urged us to let our anxiety drive us to prayer and to the realization that God is already present in our anxious moments. By owning our anxious thoughts and not allowing them to control us, we can step out of the anxious environment and align our thoughts with God's Word, freeing up energy and focus to make an impact in our world.

Scripture References

Philippians 4:6, 2 Corinthians 12:7-9, Isaiah 41:10, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, 2 Corinthians 10:5, Philippians 4:8-9

What are some personal causes of anxiety you've identified in your life, and how can you address them?

When you're finished praying, you'll be finished worrying. If you're not finished worrying, then you're not finished praying.

How can viewing anxiety as an opportunity rather than an obstacle change your approach to it?

Discussion Questions:

In what ways can prayer help us realize that God is already present in our anxious moments?

What steps can you take to own your anxious thoughts instead of letting them own you?

How can surrendering our anxious thoughts to God free us to make a greater impact in our world?

Prayer doesn't just invite God into our anxious areas; it reminds us that He's already there.

Summary

In Pastor Brad's sermon titled 'HELP! I'VE GOT ANXIETY' at the church, he addressed the common struggle with anxiety, emphasizing that it's not a failure of faith but a call to deeper reliance on God. He identified causes of anxiety such as fear of the unknown, negative thought patterns, past trauma, pressure to be perfect, and unhealthy comparison. Pastor Brad encouraged us to view anxiety as an opportunity for growth rather than an obstacle, reminding us that we're not alone in our anxious moments. He highlighted the importance of prayer, owning our anxious thoughts, and filtering them through God's Word.

Call to Action

Some next steps to take this week:

Let's step out of our anxious environments and filter our thoughts through the truth of God's Word.

Consider the positive impact we could have on our world by surrendering our anxious thoughts to God.

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