WINNING THE WORRY BATTLE
BIG IDEA: The difference between worry and worship is Who you’re talking to.
Key Scripture: Joshua 1, Matthew 26:39-42
1. What reminder did you need to hear from this message? Or, what was something you wrote down in your notes.
2. As we read through Joshua 1 and God’s instructions to Joshua, what verses encouraged you?
3. Why do we beat ourselves up or judge others for struggling with anxiety? How do you feel knowing that Jesus also felt the intensity of stress like we do?
4. What is one thought you need to remember or action step that you need to take as a result of this session?
TAKING YOUR STRESS TO GOD
BIG IDEA: We need to take our stress to God instead of taking it out on others.
Key Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-5
- What’s feels overwhelming for you lately?
- Reflect on Barb’s balloon exercise. How big would your balloon be? What types of stress would be filling it up?
- Review 2 Corinthians 103-5. Barb read a list of potential strongholds that cause stress. Which ones resonated with you and how have those strongholds contributed to your chronic stress?
- Barb highlighted the danger of allowing unaddressed chronic stress and the threat to our relationships. What does Satan want us to confuse?
- What takeaway do you want to remember from this message?
TAKING CARE OF YOU
BIG IDEA: A woman that CARES lives for the glory of God, to be a benefit of others and to be a blessing to herself.
Key Scripture: 1 Peter 5:7
- Why do you think so many women take care of everyone else before taking care of themselves?
- What makes you feel guilty about taking care of yourself.
- The acronym C.A.R.E.S stands for Clothing, Appetite, Rest, Exercise, and Smile. Which one(s) did you sense God prompting you to consider or which ones do you absolutely need to address?
THE POWER OF SURRENDER
BIG IDEA: God, I can’t. But You Can. I will let You. Amen.
Key Scripture: Matthew 4
1. On a scale of 1-10, how much do you struggle with not having control over others or outcomes.
2. Why are we afraid to let go of control?
3. Why does God want us to let go of what we’re trying to control and live like Jesus?
3. What verses from Barb’s talk encouraged your heart to trust God more?
4. What is it that God is calling you to surrender?
Experience Life-Transforming Power of Prayer
Pray Like This Bible Study by Barb Roose
As a Christian, you know you’re supposed to pray. But do you ever find yourself wrestling with any of these questions related to prayer?
Do I have to pray the right way for God to answer my prayer?
Do I have to pray the right way for God to answer my prayer?
Am I still praying if I read pre-written prayers?
If you’ve pondered these questions or others about prayer, my Pray Like Bible Study is for you.
Even if you’re a prayer warrior, Pray Like This sharpens your prayer focus and is a great resource for you to teach others about prayer.There’s a reason why Jesus was passionate about prayer and I want to show you how!