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For Those Who Struggle With Depression
Many people both in and outside the church have struggled with depression. Is there any good news for those who struggle with depression? Absolutely, yes. If you are struggling with depression, you still have value and God is not finished with you! After experiencing a great success, the prophet, Elijah, experienced great opposition and fell into a deep valley of despair. He thought he was all alone and he asked God to take his life. But God met him in his depression, he ministered to him in body and spirit, he comforted him with a gentle voice, he reminded him that he was […]
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For Those Who Struggle With Pride
Everyone struggles with pride. Why? Because I am the main character in my life’s story. I am the lead and everyone else is simply playing a supporting role. Is there any good news for those who struggle with pride? Absolutely, yes. In the gospel, we see that because of the great humility of Jesus, God has exalted him to the highest place in heaven and on earth. This life is his story and he is the main character. Humility starts by genuinely valuing others. But ultimately, we can be freed from the bonds of pride because humility is the way of Jesus. Who […]
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For Those Who Struggle With Anger
We live in an angry world. Everyone seems to be mad at everyone. From irritation all the way up to rage, anger is a powerful emotion that seems to live so close to the surface of our lives. Is there any good news for those who struggle with anger? Absolutely, yes. It starts with the understanding that you are not the only person on this planet. (surprise!) And the painful realization that you cannot control what other people decide to do. But by the grace of God, you can learn to be slow to anger, like God is slow to anger. God is calling us to a […]
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For Those Who Struggle With Doubt
Want to know a secret? Something people in the church don’t talk about very often?? Disciples of Jesus have doubts. The truth is, anyone without perfect faith has areas of doubt in their life. Is there good news for those who struggle with doubt? Absolutely, yes. After hearing reports of the resurrection, Thomas, one of the closest followers of Jesus, famously voiced his doubts. For Thomas—and for us—what you do with your doubt is what really matters. In time, Jesus met Thomas in his doubts and he was able to trust Jesus and make an incredible profession of faith. (Good news + Spirit + […]
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For Those Who Struggle With Fear
Almost 1 out of 5 American adults struggle with an anxiety disorder. But everyone, at some point in their lives, struggles with fear. Is there good news for those who struggle with fear? Absolutely, yes. In the famous story of Jesus walking on the water, we find 3 keys for overcoming fear and anxiety: 1) Proximity to Jesus doesn’t prevent struggle. Some people wrongly think that the better their relationship is with God, the easier their life will be. But everyone struggles. 2) Fear is an opportunity to grow in faith. God values your growth more than your comfort. 3) Jesus is […]
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People Need Good News
Everyone has struggles. Did you know that? Everyone. Some people are really good at hiding their struggles. And some days are truly good days. But sooner or later our struggles catch up. What do we do? We could use the tools of fear, guilt, shame, or even violence to get people to change their way of life. But those tools never bring lasting, heart change. According to the Bible, God has a different means to bring life and hope into the valley of our struggle: good news. People need good news. This sermon is part of the Good News! (for those who […]
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