God Knows Your Pain - Pastor Robson Lopes - 08/09/2024
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God Knows Your Pain - Psalm 56:8: - 2 Corinthians 1:3-4:
Introduction: Both David and Paul illustrate that God is aware of our pain and present in our suffering, ready to bring comfort and healing.
1. David’s Trust in God’s Care (Psalm 56:8)
2. God’s Comfort in Suffering (2 Corinthians 1:3-4)
3. Trusting in God’s Grace Amidst Trials
4. Freeing Yourself from Anguish (Psalm 119:143)
Definition: Anguish is prolonged emotional suffering often resulting from unresolved issues or a habitual way of distressing oneself. (Psalm 119:143)
5. Freeing Yourself from Anxiety (Philippians 4:6-7)
Definition: Anxiety is an emotional and physical state marked by worry and fear about what may happen in the future. (Philippians 4:6-7)
6. Freeing Yourself from Unhealthy Attachments (Psalm 63:8)
• Definition: Emotional attachment is when we cling to things or people in an unhealthy way, often out of fear of loss or a need for control. "My soul clings to You; Your right hand upholds me." (Psalm 63:8)
7. Practical Steps Toward Healing
Anguish: Surrender to God in prayer, seek relief through worship, and find joy in obedience to God’s word.
Anxiety: Trust in God’s timing, cast all worries on Him, and allow the peace of God to guard your heart and mind.
Attachment: Let go of unhealthy attachments, cling to God, and foster healthy relationships that glorify Him.
8. Conclusion: Allowing God to Heal and Use Us
Key Point: God does not want us to waste our suffering in complaint or despair but to use it as an opportunity to learn, grow, and help others.
Challenge: Surrender your emotional addictions to God, trusting that He will provide freedom and healing in all areas of life.
Prayer
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