Grace for Anxiety (part 3)

Sunday we examined how anxiety (feelings of uncertainty) functions in our lives. Proper concern in the face of threats can lead to responsible responses, or it can turn hopeless - leading to indifference, or fear can lead us to a path of worry and greater anxiety disorder. God expects our anxiety in this “abnormal” world and speaks words of comfort and care. Unfortunately, anxiety can lead us away from the Lord instead of toward him. It’s helpful to do some basic work in evaluating our anxiety. God speaks to our “valuables” and how we have estimated the value of our treasure and how we have evaluated the threat to it. In addition, God speaks to how we have responded with varying levels of indifference or fear.

This week we’ll consider how our distorted values and worldview complicate our uncertainty. In addition, we’ll begin to listen to God speak into our anxiety so that the threat is eclipsed by his loving presence. As you prepare for worship, consider what Peter was experiencing in Galatians 2:11-14. Answer some of the questions that we discussed last week: What did Peter value? How much value did he place on that? How was it being threatened? How did he evaluate the threat he faced? How did he respond to that threat? How do you think God would counsel Peter? Join us Sunday online as we continue our study.