How to Overcome Life’s Stresses

Introduction:

We never appreciate true security more than when we are facing perilous times. Psa. 46:1-3 – those who have firm confidence in God have a great security. When events occur that seemingly cannot be explained, we are tempted to wonder if God cares. What do we do when such times arise? How can we remain secure in our faith when the day to day stress occurs in our lives? In our lesson today we’ll explore 3 specific ways we can handle life’s problems and not be destroyed.

I. Demonstrate an ___

A. 2:1 - Although he did not understand God’s plan, Habakkuk waited for the day for it to be completed.

B. The only way we can overcome our trials is to be committed to God.

1. Part of our problem today is that we aren’t very good at ___________.

2. To overcome life’s stresses we must make ______ a part of the solution.

a. Wholehearted __________________ to God brings wholehearted ________________________ in God’s power.

3. Understand God is able…

1) 2 Tim. 1:12 - To ______________________

2) Eph. 3:20 - To bless and _______________

3) Acts 16:25; 2 Cor. 12:10 - To _________________________

4. Psalm 73:25-28 - Let us remember God is able to respond to life’s trials.

II. Respond ________________________________ to God’s Word

A. 2:2 - Habakkuk was told to write down God’s response.

B. Psa. 119:97-104 - God’s ______________ continues to give answers for those who seek divine counsel.

1. Psa. 119:165 - Those who read God’s word; lean on its teachings will find great _____________________.

2. 2 Pet. 3:8 - Patience is needed when consulting God and His counsel.

a. He may not answer us on our ______________________.

III. Be Diligent to ________________________

A. Habakkuk resolved to not let his current situation keep him from serving God.

1. 1 Cor. 15:58 -Even when tempted to give up, we must remain active.

2. By continuing to work for the Lord we will reduce the __________ in our life.

B. Heb. 10:35-39 – we must be active in the service of God!

1. Failure to be active assures further _________________________.

Conclusion

A. God _________ _______________ to answer any problem in life.

1. Why were the first century Christians so successful? Because of a deep abiding, ________________________ trust in God!

2. Do you have this kind of trust?

B. Do you trust your God to help you in times of need?



How to Overcome Life’s Stresses Introduction: We never appreciate true security more than when we are facing perilous times. Psa. 46:1-3 – those who have firm confidence in God have a great security. When events occur that seemingly cannot be explained, we are tempted to wonder if God cares. What do we do when such times arise? How can we remain secure in our faith when the day to day stress occurs in our lives? In our lesson today we’ll explore 3 specific ways we can handle life’s problems and not be destroyed. I. Demonstrate an ______________________ _________________________ A. 2:1 - Although he did not understand God’s plan, Habakkuk waited for the day for it to be completed. B. The only way we can overcome our trials is to be committed to God. 1. Part of our problem today is that we aren’t very good at ___________. 2. To overcome life’s stresses we must make ______ a part of the solution. a. Wholehearted __________________ to God brings wholehearted ________________________ in God’s power. 3. Understand God is able… 1) 2 Tim. 1:12 - To ______________________ 2) Eph. 3:20 - To bless and _______________ 3) Acts 16:25; 2 Cor. 12:10 - To _________________________ 4. Psalm 73:25-28 - Let us remember God is able to respond to life’s trials. II. Respond ________________________________ to God’s Word A. 2:2 - Habakkuk was told to write down God’s response. B. Psa. 119:97-104 - God’s ______________ continues to give answers for those who seek divine counsel. 1. Psa. 119:165 - Those who read God’s word; lean on its teachings will find great _____________________. 2. 2 Pet. 3:8 - Patience is needed when consulting God and His counsel. a. He may not answer us on our ______________________. III. Be Diligent to ________________________ A. Habakkuk resolved to not let his current situation keep him from serving God. 1. 1 Cor. 15:58 -Even when tempted to give up, we must remain active. 2. By continuing to work for the Lord we will reduce the __________ in our life. B. Heb. 10:35-39 – we must be active in the service of God! 1. Failure to be active assures further _________________________. Conclusion A. God _________ _______________ to answer any problem in life. 1. Why were the first century Christians so successful? Because of a deep abiding, ________________________ trust in God! 2. Do you have this kind of trust? B. Do you trust your God to help you in times of need?

I. Demonstrate an ______________________ _________________________

II. Respond ________________________________ to God’s Word

III. Be Diligent to ________________________

Conclusion

I. Demonstrate an ___