Anxiety

Lesson SUF001– Small Group Bible Study on Anxiety

Look up the following Scriptures. When reading these verses ask yourself the following questions:

1. Who is talking/writing?
2. Who is the audience?
3. What do these verses have to say about our main topic?

Read the following article that relates to our topical Bible study.

Triumph over Fear
By Charles Stanley

Some fears are healthy. They help protect us from danger and costly mistakes. For instance, a fear of rattlesnakes can help hikers avoid poisonous bites. But unhealthy fear paralyzes us.. Read Article

Additional articles on worry and fear.
Letting go of Anxiety
Fear No Evil

As you read the article, highlight the sentences, statements or paragraphs that you find most profound, confusing, revolutionary, fundamental or inspiring.  Mark each highlight with the reason you choose it.  Use the corresponding word or letter. P = Profound , C = Confusing , R = Revolutionary , F = Fundamental , I = Inspiring.

After you have done this for the entire article, force yourself to narrow your favorite sentences, statements or paragraphs down to your top 5. Then top 3. Then 1. This will prepare you for in-depth group discussion.

Not only will this technique improve overall reading comprehension, but will act as a discussion outline for your small group.  This method also provides a jump start if you choose to do a written summary of the article.

Answer the following questions after reading the article above:

1. Generally, unproductive thoughts follow a clear pattern. In stage two, what can we do to keep anxiety and fear from escalating?
   
   
   
2. Read 2 Corinthians 10:5. Discuss what it means to take a thought "captive".
   
   
   
3. List some of the steps to be taken when dealing with anxiety as outlined in Philippians 4:6-9.
   
   
   
4. Studying the the promises of God can be very helpful when you are facing worries and fears. Which of these promises might bring comfort to you during stressful times?
   
   
   
5. Read and discuss the prayer suggestion at the end of the article.
   
   
   
6. In what ways does this article resonate with you personally?