Pt.11 The Benefits of Suffering

If you enjoy the episode, please consider subscribing to the podcast and leaving a 5-stars rating. This helps others find the podcast. Much of our anxiety comes from fear of future trouble. How does gratitude help with worry? Is it possible to be genuinely thankful for what hasn't happened yet when you don't know what it will be? Certified biblical counselor Dr. D. Richard Ferguson draws on 25 years of pastoral ministry and counseling to provide practical application of the principles in God's Word on the topic of anxiety. IN THIS EPISODE: * 0:59 - Failure to notice God's gifts increases anxiety * 3:46 - It's impossible to feel anxiety and gratitude at the same time * 9:44 - How to inject bursts of joy into your heart all through the day 12:40 - The gift of the ability to enjoy 14:55 - Be specific with your gratitude 18:58 - When you can't stop thinking about a problem 23:51 - When you suffer loss 30:31 - Godliness training exercises To get your copy of the book Anxiety and the Peace of God, which has all the material in these podcasts and much more, go to https://drichardferguson.com/books/anxiety-the-peace-of-god-six-biblical-cures-for-worry-stress-and-inner-turmoil/ For more content from D. Richard Ferguson, visit TreasuringGod.com. And follow on social: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@DarrellFerguson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darrell.r.ferguson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Dr.DRichardFerguson/