Northeast Christian Church
Topics and practices that will help you live The Good Life. We will look at some revolutionary truths from Jesus and other New Testament authors that literally changed the course of history.
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"If you don't live with an anchor of faith you will drift on a sea of anxiety." -Skip Heitzig
GRATITUDE IS AN ANTIDOTE FOR ANXIETY.
1. Gratitude changes our PERSPECTIVE.
2. Gratitude creates a mindset of ABUNDANCE.
3. Gratitude builds GRIT.
- 40x in 104 verses Paul mentions Jesus Christ.
4. Gratitude creates COMMUNITY.
TAKEAWAY: MAKE A LIST
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
1. Reflecting on your life, what is one moment or event you’re grateful you got to experience?
2. In your life, do you have a tendency to focus on past/present blessing or future fear?
3. Why might focusing on your past/present blessings give you a
perspective change?
4. What are some unhealthy habits or barriers that could prevent you from focusing on the blessings in your life?
5. The Apostle Paul was able to remain grateful in the midst of a difficult situation because of Jesus presence in his life. Share how Jesus’ presence and power in your life has help you remain grateful in seasons of grief or pain.
6. Read Colossians 3:15, Romans 15:13, and Colossians 3:1-2.
7. Talk about how setting your heart and mind on Christ helps you overcome anxiety. What disciplines do you practice to maintain this perspective?
8. The TAKEAWAY was to make a list of what we’re thankful for. What were some of the things or people you wrote down?
9. What can you do to prioritize gratefulness in your life?
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