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1 The Antidote to Anxiety Philippians 4:4-9

2 P H I L I P P I A N S 4 : 4-9 Rejoice in the Lord always. Again, I will say, rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all men. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, through prayer and supplication with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus.

3 P H I L I P P I A N S 4 : 4-9 Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is worthy of respect, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if something is excellent or praiseworthy, think about these things. The things which you learned and received and heard and saw in me: practice these things, and the God of peace will be with you all.

4 A N X I E T Y: W H AT I S I T? An excessive worry or concern about a negative outcome that involves our future and keeps us from the joy that God intends for us

5 A N X I E T Y: W H Y D O W E H A V E I T? Proximity!

6 C A L L E D T O J O Y ( 4-5) Rejoice in the Lord always. Again, I will say, rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all men. The Lord is near.

7 T H E A N T I D O T E T O A N X I E T Y 1. Talk

8 TA L K (6-7) Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, through prayer and supplication with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus."

9 TA L K ( 6-7) Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, through prayer and supplication with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus."

10 TA L K ( 6-7) Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, through prayer and supplication with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus."

11 T H E A N T I D O T E T O A N X I E T Y 1. Talk 2. Think

12 T H I N K ( 8 ) Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is worthy of respect, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if something is excellent or praiseworthy, think about these things.

13 G O D I S I N C O N T R O L I know that you can do all things; no purpose of yours can be thwarted; - Job 42:2

14 G O D I S I N C O N T R O L He does whatever he pleases in heaven and on earth, in the seas and all the ocean depths. - Psalm 135:6

15 G O D I S G O O D Taste and see that the LORD is good! How blessed is the one who takes shelter in him! - Psalm 34:8

16 G O D I S G O O D How great is Your goodness, Which You have stored up for those who fear You - Psalm 31:19a

17 T H E A N T I D O T E T O A N X I E T Y 1. Talk (4-7) 2. Think (8) 3. Treasure (9)

18 T R E A S U R E ( 9 ) The things which you learned and received and heard and saw in me: practice these things, and the God of peace will be with you all.

19 T H E A N T I D O T E T O A N X I E T Y 1. Talk Peace in God s Control 2. Think Peace in God s Care 3. Treasure Peace in Christ

20 A P P L I C AT I O N 1. What areas of your life threaten to rob you of the joyful life God intends for you? 2. Spend time this week talking with God, surrendering your burdens before Him. 3. What ways can you remind yourself of God s control over your life and His care for you? 4. Daily, write three things you are grateful for this week

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