Discouragement
January 27, 2019 Pastor: Bryan Glisson Series: Emoji-Masquerade
Scripture: Nehemiah 4:9–20
Series Key Verse: “…we are more than conquerors through Him (God) who loved us.” (Romans 8:37)
Introduction: While the word discouragement is only found in Scripture a few times, there are other words and phrases used to describe it: weary, faint-hearted, and loss of hope.
The Condition of Discouragement
- Fatigue (Nehemiah 4:10a)
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Frustration (Nehemiah 4:10b) (Hebrews 12:1-2)
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Failure (Nehemiah 4:10c)
discouragement from failure makes one not only fail but also makes one feel like a failure
discouragement from failure causes one to neglect their responsibilities
discouragement from failure makes one negative and cynical
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Fear (discouragement means deprived of courage) (4:11-12)
The Cure for Discouragement
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Cry Out to God For Perspective (Nehemiah 4:9-10) (1 Kings 19:10) (1 Kings 19:18)
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Continue in the Work (Nehemaih 4:13)
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Concentrate on the Big Picture (Nehemiah 4:14-15)
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Carry Someone Else’s Burden (Nehemiah 4:16-18)
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Claim the Promises (Nehemiah 4:19-20)
Application: Do you detect discouragement in your life? Have you considered the cure found in God’s Word?
Breaking the Cycle of Discouragement:
Discouragement + Inaction + Lack of Experience + Ignorance
= Increased Discouragement
Replace this Cycle With:
Discouragement + Action + Experience + Wisdom (God’s Truth)
= Decreased Discouragement and Increased Victory
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