In this message in the “Respectable Sins” series, Pastor Robbie tackles the often‑accepted sin of worry and anxiety. While some concern is normal and even good, much of our anxiety flows from a proud desire to stay in control and a failure to trust God’s care. From 1 Peter 5, he shows how believers can humble themselves, cast their cares on the Lord, and actively resist the enemy’s lies.
Key themes:
- God’s goal in our growth is Christlikeness, but worry and anxiety often derail us.
- Not all concern is sinful; it becomes sin when it divides our hearts and questions God’s goodness.
- Much anxiety is rooted in pride—the belief that we must (or can) control everything.
- The pathway to freedom from sinful worry is humility and continual “casting” of our cares on God.
- We are in a spiritual battle; we must resist the devil, stand firm in the faith, and remember we’re not alone.
- Turning our focus toward God’s promises and serving others loosens anxiety’s grip.
Scripture to Read:
Main Scripture Passage
- 1 Peter 5:5–10
Supporting Scripture Passage
- Matthew 6:25–34
Application Scripture Passage
- Philippians 4:6–7
Questions to consider:
- Where has my concern crossed the line into sinful worry and unbelief?
- How is pride (wanting control, insisting on my way) feeding my anxiety?
- What specific cares do I need to cast on the Lord today—and keep casting?
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