Peace Plan
John 14:25-27, John 15:12-15, Matthew 6:33
Eric Henderson, Senior Associate Pastor, erich@churchbcc.org
In an increasingly anxious world, seeking God’s kingdom is the way we truly receive the peace God gives.
Three gifts to receive:
I. The Advocate
II. Jesus’ Peace
III. Friendship
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1. Eric expressed a tendency we share towards distractions, especially when life is hard. What distractions do you pursue?
2. This week’s sermon articulated gifts from God to us as followers of Jesus. What were some of these gifts and how do they contrast our human anxiety?
3. Do you or someone you are close to experience anxiety, depression, or mental illness? (Share only if comfortable)
4. Were there parts of this week’s sermon that you felt encouraging or challenging?
5. What may serve as help in your process of navigating anxiety and engaging in community?
6. Eric’s sermon and Kristen’s video testimony for this week described how isolation perpetuates anxiety and depression. In what ways are you prone to isolation and how has community been a source of healing and encouragement?