Roller Coaster |Week 2
Finding Relief from Anxiety
Key Scriptures
They went to a place called Gethsemane, and Jesus said to his disciples, “Sit here while I pray.” He took Peter, James, and John along with him, and he began to be deeply distressed and troubled. “My soul is overwhelmed with sorrow to the point of death,” he said to them. “Stay here and keep watch.” Going a little farther, he fell to the ground and prayed that if possible, the hour might pass from him. “Abba, Father,” he said, “everything is possible for you. Take this cup from me. Yet not what I will, but what you will.” Mark 14:32-36 NIV
He plunged into a sinkhole of dreadful agony. Mark 14:33 MSG
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Philippines 4:6-7 NIV
Start talking. Find a conversation starter for your group.
What one thing has made you the most anxious this year?
What’s your go-to method of unwinding when you feel anxious?
Start thinking. Ask a question to get your group thinking.
As you look back at the past year, what are some ways your friendships (or lack of friendships) have affected you?
Consider times in your life when you made prayer a priority. Then think about times when you didn’t. How were those times in your life different?
Are there any feelings you think you have a hard time controlling? How might aligning your feelings with your faith change the way you live?
Start sharing. Choose a question to create openness.
Have you ever felt the peace of God guard you? What was that experience like?
What are some ways you can lean on your friends, talk to your Father, or align your feelings with your faith this week?
Start praying. Be bold and pray with power.
Father, thank You for being a never-ending source of support. No matter what struggles or obstacles we face in life, we can trust that You’re with us. Help us to trust that You’re in control of everything we experience and give us the courage we need to follow Your lead. In Jesus’ name, amen.
Start doing. Commit to a step and live it out this week.
If you’re dealing with anxiety, use one of the three ways mentioned in this weekend’s message (talking to friends, talking to your Father, or talking to your feelings) to find relief this week.