FBC E-Blast - August 21, 2017
FBC E-Blast
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August 21, 2017
The Results of Insecurity - Psalm 143
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| We've already seen some of the areas where insecurity shows up. Now we need to turn our attention to its effects.
To start, insecure people have difficulty establishing good, lasting relationships. They simply cannot see how they could add value to anyone else's life. This is a tragic loss, because every single one of us needs deep and meaningful friendships to help us grow.
Also, men and women with insecurity are often seen as prideful or snobbish. Lack of confidence can cause them to withdraw from others, which can easily be mistaken for an act of arrogance. They can thereby give the impression that they simply don't want to be around others.
What's more, insecurity frequently leads to indecisiveness and fear. People can be so consumed with self-doubt that they can't make any decision at all. They wonder, What if I make a mistake? Well, so what if they do? Making mistakes is one of the best ways to learn how to do something correctly. Don't be afraid to try. Even if you don't succeed, you can at least rest in the fact that you did your best.
After a while, insecure people typically get angry. When they go so long feeling so poorly about themselves, they start to resent the success and happiness of others.
Can you see how something as subtle as a lack of confidence can have a debilitating effect on one's life? Don't allow such devastation to affect your relationships. Pray for the ability to recognize areas of self-doubt. And then start to take control today by asking the Lord to heal your insecurities.
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Current Sermon Series
“How did I end up here?†Behind every mess of harmful habits and rough relationships, we can look back and see where we got on the wrong track. Help your attenders untangle their lives by learning how to avoid Bad Advice. Topics we are going to covere include drifting from God, addiction, adultery, and dissatisfaction.
Last Week:
There was things you can do to ensure that you become and stay addicted. Don't admit you have a problem, gratify your fleshly desires, keep you addiction a secret, and depend on your own power to get out of it. Biblical advice is totally different.
Sunday's message is available for streaming or for download on our
sermons page, or by visiting us on iTunes.
Next Week:
We will continue our series by looking into the bad advice of How To Commit Adultry.
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Upcoming Events
August 22 - Dartball Practice at 7 PM at the Church
September 3 - Carry-in Fellowship Dinner
September 9 - Trustee Meeting at 8 AM
September 10 - Deacon's Meeting at 8 AM
September 22-24 - Missions Conference, more details to come.
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