Small Group Questions for Sermon Series Peace of Mind - Week 3

Two Truths to Remember When You’re Battling Depression
 

1. Which part of this message was most impactful for you and why?
    

2. How do you typically handle negative or depressing thoughts and feelings? What would it look like to validate your emotions and label your feelings while also remembering they aren’t permanent?
    

3. The four root causes of depression are biological, relational, circumstantial, and spiritual. Is there one cause that resonates with you the most in this season? How could you start addressing that issue with God’s truth?
    

4. Read Lamentations 3:21-23. What are some things that help you remember God’s love and goodness in the midst of difficult seasons?
    

5. Talk about things that bring you hope.
    

6. Talk about a time when God brought you hope and help in a difficult moment. What did you learn about Him through that experience?
    

Pray

Father, thank You for giving us emotions. Please help us name our emotions so we can change our emotions. Remind us that even when we feel hopeless, You are near, and You are our source of hope. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
 

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