Show Notes
Elijah – Week Five
As a prophet during a time of unbelievable idolatry and immorality, Elijah stood against the evil all around him. Could we stand with the same conviction? What happens when anxiety and depression enter our lives? We’ll help answer these questions by studying:
- The reasons why Elijah was depressed.
- What God did to bring Elijah out of his depression.
- Some practical suggestions to develop relationships to get through tough times.
- There were reasons why Elijah was depressed.
There were several reasons why Elijah got depressed:
1st reason – He was coming off an emotional high.
2nd reason – He isolated himself from his supporting relationships.
3rd reason – He was physically exhausted.
4th reason – He felt sorry for himself.
- God did certain things to bring Elijah out of his depression.
1st – God offered Elijah rest and refreshment.
2nd – God offered the comfort of His word.
3rd – God gave Elijah a close personal friend to counteract his loneliness.
Mother Theresa said, “It’s easier to fill a hungry stomach than to fill an empty heart.”
- There are some practical suggestions to develop those relationships that will help you through those tough times.
1st – Take some relational risks.
2nd – Learn to be hospitable.
3rd – Join a Small Group.
What would it be like if we developed these kinds of relationships?
1st – It would help us deal with our depression, disappointments.
2nd – It will put us all on the fast-track to spiritual maturity.
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