Passion City Church DC Podcast Further In | When I Feel Discouraged
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Jun 14, 2025 The speakers share personal stories about facing criticism and the challenges of public perception, drawing parallels to Jesus. They discuss how turning to God can transform discouragement into hope, emphasizing the power of journaling and expressing feelings. Historical biographies offer solace as they reflect on struggles, providing comfort and resilience. The importance of community is highlighted, along with various methods for emotional processing beyond journaling. Finally, they explore intentional choices to overcome feelings of discouragement and nurture positivity.
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Ben's Sermon Rated B-Plus
- Ben Stuart shared how a leadership group once rated his sermon with a B-plus and received boos from the crowd.
- This experience illustrated that even prominent speakers face criticism and can't please everyone.
Psalm 57: Courage in Discouragement
- Psalm 57 shows David in discouragement, crying out to God and gaining courage through faith.
- It connects the reality of hardship to the power of trusting God amidst despair.
Prayer and Worship Combat Discouragement
- When discouraged, bring your real feelings to God through journaling or prayer.
- Use worship and singing to counter discouragement and regain joy and strength.