OMG! I’M STRESSED!

Pastor Brad Livingston

September 15, 2024

Main Idea

Pastor Brad's main idea in 'OMG! I'M STRESSED!' was that the way we handle stress and busyness can indicate where we've placed our trust. He taught us that a life overwhelmed by stress is not God's plan for us. Instead, we should aim for a 'Sabbath Life' where we find balance and rest. By taking intentional steps to manage our stress, we can restore our emotional health, productivity, and our relationship with God. Pastor Brad reminded us that everything we pick up becomes our responsibility to carry, so we must choose wisely and allow God to lead us into rest.

Scripture References

Ecclesiastes 4:6 GN, Job 9:25 NCV, Proverbs 19:2 GW, Psalm 39:6 NLT, Luke 21:34 NIV, Psalm 46:10 NIV, Proverbs 17:24 GN, Psalms 23:2-3 NIV, Proverbs 17:22 NIV, Hebrews 10:25 NIV, Hebrews 4:9-11, Psalm 127:2 NIV, Matthew 11:29-30, Luke 22:41-43

1. How does constant stress affect our relationship with God and others?

2. What are some practical ways we can reprioritize our emotional health?

Discussion Questions:

3. Discuss the importance of scheduling times of stillness and enjoyment in our busy lives.

4. How can we discern the right environments and people that allow us to rest?

5. In what ways can we refocus our spirit to align with God's will for our lives?

Summary

In Pastor Brad's sermon 'OMG! I'M STRESSED!' at our church, he addressed the impact of stress and anxiety on our lives. He explained that stress often has a recognizable threat, while anxiety may not have an identifiable trigger. He emphasized that our stress levels might reflect where we place our trust. Pastor Brad pointed out that living in constant stress can lead to inconsistent emotions, reduced productivity, a loss of life's meaning, lower conviction, and a feeling of distance from God. He encouraged us to adopt a 'Sabbath Life' by reprioritizing emotional health, scheduling times of stillness and enjoyment, joining environments with the right people, allowing ourselves to rest, and refocusing our spirit.