Anxious Mind

Message Notes:

Byron begins his message with the story about Jesus and His disciples on the Sea of Galilee during a violent storm:

•Matthew 8:23-27; Mark 4:35-41; Luke 8:22-25

•Disciples frightened; called out to Jesus for help.

•Jesus calmed the storm and waves.

Question: Why were the disciples frightened/anxious?

•The disciples were anxious for Two Reasons:

•(1) because of the “storm” around them

•(2) Most Importantly: because they forgot “Who” was in the boat with them.

Key Point: God has not promised us a life without storms, but, He has promised to help us, and walk with us, and hold our hands during the storm.

•Our God: “will never leave you or forsake you.” (Deuteronomy 31:8)

We live in an anxious society (series of studies):

•(2024) — 43% Americans more anxious than last year

•(2025) — 67% 0f all Americans are “very or somewhat anxious” about current world events

•Even more — from the American Institute on Stress — 75% of Americans report physical and/or emotional symptoms related to stress. 

Four “Killers of our Souls:”

•Worry, Anxiety, Stress and Fear.

Key Passage: Philippians 4:4-7; Philippians 4:11-13

Four Key Ideas (that lead to peace)

•Rejoice in the Lord always — Get your joy from Jesus

•The Lord is at hand — Remember that Jesus is always near

•prayer and supplication — Learn how to let go of anxieties

•with thanksgiving — Learn the power of gratitude

Discussion Questions:

Which of the “Big Four” gives you the most trouble?

•Anxiety

•Worry 

•Stress 

•Fear

Read Philippians 4:4-7 and meditate on this passage. What does God want to say to you about your walk with Him?

Consider the Four Key Ideas (that lead to peace). Which oof the following are you best at? Weakest at?

•Rejoice in the Lord always — Get your joy from Jesus

•The Lord is at hand — Remember that Jesus is always near

•prayer and supplication — Learn how to let go of anxieties

•with thanksgiving — Learn the power of gratitude