Don't Worry

Opening Question: What do you worry about the most these days?
Let’s read what Jesus taught about worry, in Matthew 6:25-34.

1. What did Jesus say about God’s relationship with birds and flowers and his children?
2. What do you think Jesus meant in verse 33?
3. What are some of the common signs of worry?
4. How can we trade worry for peace and joy, according to Paul, in Philippians 4:4-9?

Close in prayer.

Happy New Year!

Opening question: Do you have a New Year’s resolution for 2010?

2. What changes would you like to see take place in the following areas of your life:

Mental
Physical
Verbal
Social
Spiritual

3. Why is it sometimes hard to keep the promises we make?

4. What do the following verses say about our power to change ourselves and the power of Jesus to help us change?

John 15:5
Philippians 4:13

5. What are some resources that can help us experience change in our lives?