Playing Hurt - Getting Help

R.E.C.O.V.E.R.Y

· Earnestly believe that God exists, and that I matter to Him, and that He has the power to help me recover. Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.

Page 38 – “All of us have areas in our lives – things that bring us deep grief and pain. In fact, the things that we carry around can be downright devastating. When we carry hurt for a long time, we eventually find our identity in that hurt and become a victim. We may try to escape our pain by using drugs or alcohol. Or we may try to control all those around us with anger. The list goes on and on.

Two Major Things That Mourn Over

We Mourn Over Our Past Mistakes

We Mourn Over Our Loss of Control

Isaiah 61:1-7

How Does God Move Us Out of Denial

1. Crisis

2. Confrontation

3. Catastrophe

The Truth About God

1. He Exists – Hebrews 11:1-3, 6

2. You Matter To Him

a. God Knows About Your Situation Psalms 34:17-19

b. God Cares About Your Situation Psalms 103:11-14

3. God Has the Power to Change You and Your Situation – 2 Tim 1:7

God’s Triple Treat Position

1. Power – We need power to break bad habits.

2. Love – We need give and receive real love.

3. Self – Control – We also need self-control.

Philippians 2:13

How Do I Plug Into God’s Power

Believe & Receive

Believe That God Exists

Believe That You matter To Him

Believe That He Has the Power to Help You

John 1:10-14

Make the Choice – Take Action

1. Pray About It

2. Write About It

3. Share About It