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Dealing with Fear

August 31, 2022 Taught by Marty Himmel

1 Kings 19:1-18

  • Elijah feared Jezebel even after his previous mountaintop experiences
  • Verse 7 brings to question the idea that God doesn't allow more than we can handle
  • God speaks in the quiet, reassuring Elijah that he's not alone

Joshua 1:1-9

  • God gives direction and reassures Joshua
  • 3 times - be strong and courageous, do not fear
  • We can't control when fear hits us, but how we respond to it

The Psalms are full of examples of fear before enemies but recognizing God's goodness and presence in the midst of circumstances.

Table questions

  1. 01 When fear hits you, how do you react?
  2. 02 How can we turn moments of fear into moments of prayer?
  3. 03 How can we act courageously in spite of fear?