The Bridge Austin

Do you consider yourself a skeptical person? Ya know do you approach life with 'glass half-empty' attitude? Are you always waiting for the other shoe to drop? In this program, guest teacher Jennie Allen shares why this mindset is actually very toxic to our thought life. She’ll reveal just how pervasive cynicism is, and the ways it steals our joy. Don’t miss how to change your way of thinking.

Am I cynical? - Ask yourself these questions:

• Do I get annoyed when people are optimistic?
• When someone is nice to me, do I wonder what that person wants?
• Do I constantly feel misunderstood?• When things are going well am I waiting for something to go wrong?
• Do I quickly notice people’s flaws or faults?
• Do I worry about getting taken advantage of?
• Am I guarded when I meet someone new?
• Do I wonder sometimes why people just can’t get it together?
• Am I sarcastic?

Cynicism – is the idea that we’re looking for the bad to keep the bad from hurting us.

The antidote for cynicism:

• Be careful with what you feed your soul.
• Choose friends that are life-giving.
• Delight in God’s creation.
• Believe in the good.

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• Get Out Of Your Head Book

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• Jennie Allen's Free Book Club Kit

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About Jennie Allen: Jennie Allen is the founder and visionary behind IF: Gathering and she is the author of several books and study guides, including Restless, Anything, and Nothing to Prove. She is a passionate leader following God’s call on her life to catalyze a generation of women to live what they believe. Jennie has a master’s in Biblical studies from Dallas Theological Seminary and lives in Austin, Texas, with her husband, Zac and their four children.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches us that when we give ourselves totally to God, the evidence of our changed lives is clear. We have, among many things, a new thought life, an eternal perspective, a mindfulness to pray, and a joyfulness filled with hope and the desire to be ever closer to the Lord.

Throughout our walk with Christ, we often find ourselves doing things we may not want to do. For example, we might give someone a ride home after church or pay for a friend’s lunch when they forget their wallet. But, if good deeds alone could secure our place in heaven, wouldn’t everyone be saved? In today’s message, Pastor Chris emphasizes that your actions do not earn favor with God; rather, it is the grace you receive from Him that inspires you to act. Allow Jesus to enter your heart, and let Him work in you.

As we look around our world, there’s much to be fearful of - so how do we avoid being overwhelmed with panic? In this program, guest teacher Jennie Allen continues sharing her series “Get Out of Your Head.” She unpacks how – even in financial uncertainty, health crises, political and social unrest – we can fight back against anxiety.

Introduction: Do not fear anything in this world; God’s got you! -- Luke 12:4-5

Fear is an attack of the enemy that is mitigated by eternal hope. -- 2 Corinthians 4:17

The antidote for anxiety:

• Have a right view of God by:

-Knowing Him intimately (knowing who He is)

-Walking with Him regularly

-Knowing His Word

• Feed yourself truths instead of lies

Thought Assessment:

• Grab the Thought - What is it?
• Diagnose the thought - Is it true?
• Take it to God - What does God say about it?
• Make a choice - Am I going to believe God?

Broadcast Resource

• Download Free MP3
• Message Notes
• Get Out Of Your Head Book

Additional Mentions

• Jennie Allen's Free Book Club Kit

Connect

• 888-333-6003
• Website
• Chip Ingram App
• Instagram
• Facebook
• Twitter

Partner With Us

• Donate Online
• 888-333-6003

About Jennie Allen: Jennie Allen is the founder and visionary behind IF: Gathering and she is the author of several books and study guides, including Restless, Anything, and Nothing to Prove. She is a passionate leader following God’s call on her life to catalyze a generation of women to live what they believe. Jennie has a master’s in Biblical studies from Dallas Theological Seminary and lives in Austin, Texas, with her husband, Zac and their four children.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that we need to keep our eyes on Heaven. All are welcome to receive the grace, love and forgiveness found in the Gospel of Christ, but not based on our own interpretation. Jesus is the only way to Heaven, and the only way to a life full of joy and peace right here on earth.

We live in a world that glorifies party culture, treating each day like it’s the last night on earth. Many wonder, “If the world isn’t ending tomorrow, why not live as I please?” Unfortunately, this mindset is also present in some churches, with people believing they can postpone their relationship with God. But what if His return is sooner than we expect? Today, Pastor Chris emphasizes the urgency of repentance and surrender. With the world's direction, time may be shorter than we think, so now is the time to choose God.

If there are two words that would best describe this society, they’d be “noisy,” and “isolated.” In this program, guest teacher Jennie Allen continues her series “Get Out of Your Head.” She explains that like never before we’re flooded by sounds and distractions… and yet we’re more and more disconnected. So how can we survive? Join us to learn more...

Introduction: Shifting the spiral that’s going through your mind

How do you silence the noise in your mind?

• Choose to limit the noise in your life.
• Choose to input God’s Word in your mind first.
• Know who you are in Christ.
• Know who God is by having a relationship with Him.

How do you recognize the evil that never wants to be noticed?

• You need to confess out loud. --- 1 John 1:7a
• Invite godly people to help you fight. -- 1 John 1:7b

Broadcast Resource

• Download Free MP3
• Message Notes
• Get Out Of Your Head Book

Additional Mentions

• Jennie Allen's Free Book Club Kit

Connect

• 888-333-6003
• Website
• Chip Ingram App
• Instagram
• Facebook
• Twitter

Partner With Us

• Donate Online
• 888-333-6003

About Jennie Allen: Jennie Allen is the founder and visionary behind IF: Gathering and she is the author of several books and study guides, including Restless, Anything, and Nothing to Prove. She is a passionate leader following God’s call on her life to catalyze a generation of women to live what they believe. Jennie has a master’s in Biblical studies from Dallas Theological Seminary and lives in Austin, Texas, with her husband, Zac and their four children.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that careless or thoughtless living will lead us down the wrong path. The road to Hell is like a massive freeway filled with good intentions, but Jesus is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him.