Fusion: week of 11/18

FAMILY THEME: DEPRESSION AND ANXIETY

1 Kings 19 ; James 1:2-4 ; 1 Peter 5:7 ; Revelation 21:4

Life on this earth can certainly bring heartache. How comforting

to know that God can bring joy on this journey and bring growth

to make us stronger.

1.  The Trials of Life Can Lead to Depression and Anxiety

     (1 Kings 19)

     Sometimes it may seem that burying our heads in the

     sand, or hiding in a cave like Elijah did in today's 

     passage, would be the best alternative for facing

     life's difficulties.

 
2.  God Uses the Trials of Life to Help Us Grow

     (James 1:2-8)

     James had a positive outlook when it came to 

     facing trials, confident that they would have

     purpose in our lives.

 
3.  Cast Our Anxiety on Christ When Facing the Trials of Life

     (1 Peter 5:7 ; Revelation 21:4)

     God cares for us more than we can imagine!