Stretched Thin: Stressed Out

Stressed Out

Stretched Thin

March 20, 2022

Dr. Clayton Chisum

1 Peter 4:12 (NLT)

Why am I so ?

1. Overwhelmed by

2. Overwhelmed by

3. Overwhelmed by

4. Overwhelmed by

5. Overwhelmed by

Stress is a common human experience, one that we often try to fix or avoid. While these thing’s won’t truly help, Scripture can.

James 1:2-4 (NLT)

Your determines your

God says to “expect trials” — not IF, but WHEN

James 1:2 (NLT)

James 1:2 (ESV)

James 1:2 (CSB)

James 1:2 (NIV)

James 1:3-4 (NLT)

1. … what’s most important in your life

Are you chasing after things that will never relieve your stress?

Luke 10:40-42 (NLT)

God is enough. He wants you and loves you!

Ecclesiastes 6:9 (NLT)

There are so many things that we invest our lives in that are not worthy of our time, treasures, and talents. But God is!

2. … out for help

Mark 14:33-35 (NLT)

Jesus reached out. Are you doing the same?

Don’t try to do this alone. Talk to someone and talk to God.

3. … the goodness of God

Psalm 143:4-6 (NLT)

We lose hope when we forget all that God has done for us.

4. … to a better place

Jesus shows us how to manage and prevent stress.

Mark 1:35 (NLT)

Mark 6:31 (NLT)

Retreat and rest and do something that restores your soul.

You need Jesus to save you from your sin, to be the boss of your life, and to give you peace.

John 14:1 (NLT)

God has great plans to use you and bring you joy. Being overwhelmed and overcome by stress is not part of his plan.

What will you choose to do when you’re stretched thin and stressed out?

John 14:27 (NLT)