Russellville Christian Center

FAITH CHECK part 2 9/24/23 susan allen What to do with DOUBT James 1:2 ESV Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, 3 for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. 4 And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing. 5 If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him. 6 But let him ask in faith, with no doubting, for the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea that is driven and tossed by the wind. 7 For that person must not suppose that he will receive anything from the Lord; 8 he is a double-minded man, unstable in all his ways.   Doubt often comes as the CARE--the pressure of the situation coming back Phil 4:6 ESV do not be anxious about anything But in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.   (Heb 4:16 kjv Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.)   Have you INVITED GOD INTO THE SITUATION? Have you been clear? DO you even know what you desire?   James 4:2 …you have not because you ask not   Phil 4: 7 And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. 8 Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. 9 What you have learned and received and heard and seen in me—practice these things, and the God of peace will be with you.   1 Peter 5:7 AMP  Casting the whole of your care [all your anxieties, all your worries, all your concerns, once and for all] on Him, for He cares for you affectionately and cares about you watchfully.