Episode 47 - Don't Worry

Send us Fan MailWelcome to the One Loud Voice podcast. We are in a series on the 12 main teachings of Jesus. This week we are talking about Jesus' command of "Don't Worry". Join us as we talk about this important topic, discussing how to better navigate the temptation to worry.Show Notes:Matthew 6:25-34Worrying about our future or things going on in our lives is the result of not trusting God. In vs. 30 Jesus asks the question: "Why do you have so little faith?"How do we change that? How do we grow our faith to the point that it overpowers our temptations to worry?1. Pray - Philippians 4:6-72. Praise - Isaiah 61:33. Trust - Proverbs 3:5Read the book of Ruth. What are some things we can learn from this story about trusting God and overcoming worry?Questions to ask yourself or discuss in your group:1. What are some issues that we worry about?2. What are some circumstances that cause you to worry?3. Looking back at these issues and circumstances, what are some key reasons that worry overrides our faith?From the three things listed above (pray, praise, trust) ask yourself or discuss in your group:1. Do you identify worry in your life? What are some negative impacts that worry has on you?2. What are you listening to? What are you saying about your situation?3. What are some things you can do to help you trust God more?Isaiah 55:10-11There is power in the Word of God to help us overcome our greatest worries!1. Pray scripture2. Praise speaking out the Word3. Trust by standing on His promisesHere are a list of verses to help you in your Pray, Praise and Trust:Philippians 4:6-7, 1 Peter 5:6-7, John 14:27, 2 Timothy 1:7, Psalm 55:22, Philippians 4:6, Hebrews 13:6, Joshua 1:9, Matthew 6:34, Proverbs 3:5-6, Isaiah 61:3, Isaiah 40:31, Isaiah 41:10, Joshua 1:9, Psalms 34:4Challenge:Look for opportunities this week to hit worry head on. When you find yourself becoming overwhelmed. Stop immediately and pray speaking truth from God’s word over your life. Then commit to listening to praise and worship music throughout your day, specifically when you are working through fear. Thank you for listening to the One Loud Voice podcast. If you are interested in joining or starting a group study, please visit our website, oneloudvoice.org/groups for more information.If you like this content, we encourage you to also follow us on Facebook or Instagram