You're Not the Boss of Me
October 1 - 29, 2023
Part 5: Fear
October 29, 2023 • Matt Paddack
All of us walk through life with occasional fear. And it’s not always a bad thing. Fear is a byproduct of our ability to think about what might happen in the future, and it can protect us from harm. However, living with too much fear can cause us to be self-absorbed, distracted, and overly protective. But the good news is this: You don’t have to be afraid even when there’s something to be afraid of.
Part 3: Envy
October 15, 2023 • Matt Paddack
Envy is a negative emotion that makes us compare ourselves with others in an unhealthy manner. It often results in arrogance when we're doing well and discouragement when we are not. Envy takes away our ability to be content and makes us feel like we're chasing after something that's impossible to catch. However, it doesn't have to control us. Envy does not have to be the boss of us.
Part 2: Guilt
October 8, 2023 • Matt Paddack
When it comes to guilt, many of us naturally lean in one of two ways: we wallow in it by reliving the past, or we deny it by making excuses. In either instance, guilt is causing us to be out of balance. The apostle Paul reminds us that, because of Jesus, guilt is not the boss of us.
Part 1: From the Heart
October 1, 2023 • Matt Paddack
As individuals, we tend to keep an eye on our behavior to avoid any troubles and maintain healthy relationships in our personal and professional lives. However, Jesus calls upon his followers to take this monitoring process up a notch by being mindful of what's happening within our hearts.