Worry is a waste of energy yet we all do it anyways. Find out a better way to live your life.
Talking Points:
- The truth is, worry adds no value to our lives. It has no power to bring about productive change. All it does is choke out hope and proper perspective. This is why Jesus tells us not to worry. Matthew 6:31-33
- Faith is the antidote to worry and the bridge to true contentment. Faith is releasing any control we think we have and letting God lead the way. Psalm 18:2
- God is the all-knowing creator of everything. He has the power and the desire to work all situations in our lives for our good. Romans 8:28
Discussion:
- Initial reactions to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- What does worry look like to you? How has the long shadow of worry held you back in your life?
- Read Matthew 6:31-33. Jesus says that worry is what unbelievers do who don’t know God. How should that challenge us as believers?
- Define faith in your own words. Why is faith important to overcoming worry?
- Read Philippians 4:6-7. What are some of the areas where you need to trust God more? What are some practical things you can do to stop worrying and start trusting God?
- In the past, how have you judged God based on your circumstances? How did that affect your relationship with God?
- Read Psalm 18:2. Identify all the things this verse says about God. Why is he worthy of our trust?
- Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?
This lesson has been adapted from Linda Dillow’s Calm My Anxious Heart novel.
