WINNING THE WAR IN YOUR MIND | WEEK 4
Week 4 Winning the War of Your Mind
Key Scriptures
Philippians 4:6-9
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. Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. … And the God of peace will be with you.
Romans 8:5-6
Those who are dominated by the sinful nature think about sinful things, but those who are controlled by the Holy Spirit think about things that please the Spirit. So, letting your sinful nature control your mind leads to death. But letting the Spirit control your mind leads to life and peace.
Big Idea: We can panic or pray when anxiety comes.
Did you have any worries as a kid that seem silly now?
If so, what were they?
Which part of the message was most impactful for you and why?
How often would you say you experience worry now?
What do you do when you’re feeling worried?
Read Philippians 4:6-9
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. Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. … And the God of peace will be with you.
4. What does this verse say to you?
5. Share about a time when you decided to trust God instead of worrying.
What prompted that decision? What kind of impact did it have on you?
6. What’s something you’re worried about now that you have a tough time trusting God with?
Why do you think it’s so hard to trust God with it?
7. Did your thinking about prayer change at all while listening to this message? If so, how? (12 minutes of Prayer a day can physically change your mind.)
Read Hebrews 4:16
Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.
8. Is it easy or hard for you to go to God confidently with your prayers and worries?
Why do you think that is?
9. Share about a time when you felt like the Holy Spirit prompted you. What happened?
How can you start paying more attention to those promptings?
Closing Thoughts:
Take this week to implement the 12-minute-a-day prayer challenge. Allow God to guide you through your worry and anxiety, and learn to trust him in every situation.