Its the Most Wonderful Time of the Year.. So Why Am I so STRESSED... - Audio

STRESS...

Christmas music, Christmas decorations, food, cake, presents, etc...If this is supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year, then why are people so...

As we continue our series that asks this question, today we cover the topic of STRESS. A few things that help contribute to stress are:

1. Finances
2. Lack of Time
3. Having to go out shopping during this pandemic
4. Worrying about buying the perfect gifts without offending the recipient

In this lesson, Pastor Ben uses Martha in 2 Corinthians Chapter 11 to give us some examples of why people struggle with stress. Here are some key points to look at, that Martha struggled with during our study...(Warning: some of these might resemble ours):

1. Lack of Planning
2. Hurrying
3. Made no plans for relaxation
4. Sees unforeseen problems as a disaster

Pastor Ben also gives us seven factors of what we can do to be ready for the holidays:

1. Get the right perspective
2. During this season, make sure that you reach out
3. Set realistic expectations
4. Try to set aside indifferences
5. Set a budget and stick to it
6. Learn to say "No"
7. Place your faith and hope in Jesus

Stress is state of mental, emotional, and/or physical tension that results in adverse feelings or actions. It comes when we take our eyes off of Jesus and try to tell God how HE should run the universe. When we connect and develop a relationship with Jesus, that's when we understand who God is in our lives; we see changes and growth that only HE can provide. That's also when we see our relationships with others flourish. Are you connected to Jesus? Do you have a relationship with Him?

So, what are you waiting for?