Called to Never Give Up

Harvest Bible Chapel Pittsburgh North Sermons - Harvest Bible Chapel Pittsburgh North

Introduction:

How WILL the Lord Help Me to Not Give Up? (1 Kings 19:1-18)

1. He WILL point me to His Daily Provision . (1 Kings 19:1-8)
2. He WILL get my Attention . (1 Kings 19:9-14)
   1. By drawing me out of my Pity Party . (1 Kings 19:9)
   2. By redirecting my Focus . (1 Kings 19:10-14)

      Romans 5:6, 8 - For while we were still weak, at the right time Christ died for the ungodly...but God shows His love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.

      2 Corinthians 12:9 - "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness."

3. He WILL replace my half truths with His Whole Truth . (1 Kings 19:15-18)
   1. By reminding me that I have a Purpose . (1 Kings 19:15-17)

      Ephesians 2:10 - For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.

   2. By reminding me that I am not Alone . (1 Kings 19:18)

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Small Group Discussion
Read 1 Kings 19:1-18

1. What was your big take-away from this passage / message?

2. How do you see your physical health affecting your spiritual health? How can you take advantage of God’s provision and make changes right now?

3. Why do we often choose to throw a pity party when we feel discouraged rather than seek comfort and help? What should you do when you feel the urge to isolate yourself?

4. Why must Jesus ALWAYS be your focus when you are struggling and feeling depressed?

Breakout (by gender)
Honestly share how you feel tempted to give up right now. Pray for one another.