The Overflow Celebration Young Adults

We invited 3 Mental Health Professionals to The BLOC to discuss:

-Why is addressing mental health in the church important? 
-What are some signs that someone might require a mental health professional? 
-How would you encourage those who are experiencing shame about having a mental illness to speak up about it? 
-What are the dangers of self-diagnosis and listening to what is said about mental health on social media? 
-How would you encourage someone who is having an identity crisis because of their mental health issues? 
-How do you, as a friend or family member, support your loved ones who are experiencing depression/mental health issues? 
-Are you doubting God or lacking in faith by taking medication? 
-How can mental health affect your walk with the Lord? 
-What are some practical steps to maintain good mental health? 

In this week’s episode, Pastor Darius and Bri sit down and discuss:
How to believe God’s presence is with you even in challenging seasonsHow acknowledging God’s presence should impact the way you liveEasy ways to acknowledge His presence more in your dayHow God builds your capacity step-by-stepWhy community is instrumental in becoming who God wants you to be

Sermon Notes:
God is committed to you!
Acknowledge God's Presence!
God's Presence empowers you.
Community magnifies God's presence.
Raise your banner for The LORD.

Scripture References:
Exodus 17:8-16
Deuteronomy 31:8
Proverbs 3:5-7a
1 Samuel 17:42-47
Psalm 27:1-3 Matthew 18:20

Sermon Notes:
God fulfills His promises punctually.
God's Promises are unconditional and conditional.
God fulfills His promises because He's good.
God fulfills His promises because He's God.
Anchor your heart in His Word.

Scripture References:
Mark 4:35-41
2 Peter 3:8-9
Numbers 23:19
2 Timothy 2:11-13
Hebrews 13:8
Hebrews 1:3
Psalm 139:1-6
Psalm 139:7-10

Are you having trouble waiting for God to come through? Pastor Darius and Bri talk about the woes of waiting on God, how to keep waiting, and why you should keep waiting. Be encouraged! 

Sermon Notes:
Your life is the best for of worship.
Worship is about God, period.
Worship to please God.
Prioritize community worship.
Worship moves God's heart.

Scripture References:
Acts 16:16-40
Romans 12:1
Revelation 4:4, 7-11
2 Samuel 6:20-21
Matthew 18:20