The Universal Requirement:
The path of Sin to Depression:
- A SIN is committed.
- We feel GUILTY over our mistake.
- We DELAY confession and repentance.
- The growing guilt caused by our conscience leads to DEPRESSION .
Defeating Depression "caused by" Sin: (Ephesians 4:17-32)
- Get SERIOUS. (Eph 4:17-24)
- Get SPECIFIC. (Eph 4:25-29)
- Get STRATEGIC. (Eph 4:25-29)
- Get SECURE. (Eph 4:30-32)
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Small Group Questions (Whole Group):
Read Ephesians 4:17-32
- What does it mean to “grieve the Holy Spirit”? What does that have to do with sin and depression?
- What should motivate Christians to turn from sin, even though they are already forgiven?
Breakout Questions:
Are there any sins in your life right now that are causing depression? What steps do you need to take in dealing with it?