Strength for the Journey Part 7

Lesson 7 Defeating Discouragement Psalm 142; 1 Samuel 22:1–2 The Characteristics of Discouragement 1. A Feeling of Distress Genesis 42:21 2. A Feeling of Disorientation Psalm 142:3 3. A Feeling of Desertion Psalm 142:4, 16:8 4. A Feeling of Depression Psalm 142:6 5. A Feeling of Defeat Psalm 142:6 6. A Feeling of Despair Psalm 142:7 3 Soul Prisons ✔ Confining Habits ✔ Circumstantial Distresses ✔ Condemning Thoughts The Cure for Discouragement 1. Understanding God’s Perception Psalm 142:1–2; Hebrews 4:16 2. Enjoying God’s Presence Psalm 142:3 3. Remembering God’s Provision Psalm 142:5 4. Singing God’s Praise Psalm 142:7