Too Busy Being Afraid – Chat Room Guide

Bible Reading:

1. John 10:10 – “The thief does not come except to steal, and to kill, and to destroy. I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly.”
2. John 17:3 – “And this is eternal life, that they may know You, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom You have sent.”
3. Psalm 23:1 – “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.”

Observation Questions:

1. What does Paul refer to life without Jesus as, and why is this significant? 

2. What did you learn about the cycle of fear and busyness in our lives?

3. What did you learn about how Jesus lived his life, and how does this contrast with our often rushed lives? 

4. In the sermon, what is described as the greatest enemy to the life we want?

Interpretation Questions:

1. What does John 10:10 teach us about living an abundant life free from fear and anxiety? 

2. What is the role of fear in our busyness, and how does this relate to the teachings of Jesus? 

3. How does the story of Levi in Mark 2 to illustrate living an unrushed life? What does this story teach about following Jesus? 

4. How would you explain the concept of surrender and alignment with Jesus’ teachings as a path to supernatural peace and purpose? 

Application Questions:

1. Reflect on your current life. Are there areas where you feel trapped in busyness and fear? What steps can you take to align your life more closely with Jesus’ teachings to find peace? 

2. The pastor mentions that fear often drives our busyness. Identify a specific fear that might be causing you to stay busy. How can you address this fear with faith and trust in Jesus? 

3. Jesus invites us to live an unrushed life. What practical changes can you make in your daily routine to slow down and focus on peace and love rather than fear? 

4. The enemy plans to steal our dreams and keep us anxious. How can you guard against this in your spiritual journey? 

5. What is one area of your life where you need to surrender control to Jesus? How will you begin this process? 

6. How can you cultivate a mindset of abundance and gratitude in your life, even when facing challenges?

7. How can you model Jesus’ peace in your interactions with others this week?