Faith Over Fear

Practical Steps to Stop Anxious Thoughts from Capsizing Your Faith


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In this episode of Faith Over Fear, we discuss negative overthinking—how it hijacks our brain’s alarm system, fuels anxiety, and challenges our ability to problem solve and see truth. You’ll learn  practical, biblical ways to break free from spiraling thoughts—like grounding techniques to return to the present moment, identifying and replacing toxic thought patterns, and prayer. Packed with tools you can start using today, this episode will help you calm your mind, strengthen your faith, and trust God’s presence and provision in your most uncertain or stressful seasons. (Find our free printable resource for easy-to-practice techniques demonstrated to decrease anxiety and increase peace HERE.)

Discussion/Reflective Questions:

  1. What resonated with you most in this episode?
  2. When are you most prone to overthinking?
  3. Are you aware of any thought patterns you can begin to change. If so, what are these?
  4. How might this increase your anxiety?
  5. What practical step mentioned in this episode most intrigues or inspires you and why?
  6. How might focusing on God's goodness and promises help you replace negative thought patterns with faith-affirming truth?
  7. What is one action step God might be inviting you to take having listened to this episode?

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