Table Talk | August 23-24

Kyle Patrick   -   August 24, 2025

Key Takeaways:

  1. Jesus is the truth and the way to the good life.
  2. What you treasure shapes what you fear.
  3. What you long for shapes how you live.
  4. What you trust shapes how you give.

Discussion Questions:

  1. 1 Pastor Todd mentioned that “worry is wasting.” How have you experienced this in your own life? Can you share an example of a time when worrying didn’t add value to your situation?
  2. Reflect on the statement: “Treasure what will last and cannot be lost, and worry will not be a stronghold in your life.” What are some things in your life that you may be treasuring that won’t last? How can you shift your focus to eternal treasures?
  3. Pastor Todd discussed the concept of being “foreigners and strangers on earth” (Hebrews 11:13). How does this perspective change the way we view our earthly possessions and pursuits?
  4. Discuss the Serenity Prayer shared in the sermon. How can applying this prayer help in dealing with worry and anxiety?
  5. Pastor Todd emphasized the importance of being present in the moment. How does worry prevent us from being fully present? Share strategies you’ve found helpful in staying present despite concerns.
  6. Reflect on the statement: “What you think you own, owns you.” How have you seen this play out in your life or in the lives of others?
  7. How does understanding that we are stewards, not owners, of our resources change our approach to generosity?

Practical Applications:

  1. Fear Journal: Create a “Fear Journal” similar to the one mentioned in Aleah’s story. Write down scriptures that address worry and anxiety, and journal about your fears and how God’s Word speaks to them.
  2. Treasure Inventory: Make a list of the things you “treasure” in your life. Reflect on which of these are eternal and which are temporary. Pray about how to realign your affections towards eternal treasures.
  3. Generosity Challenge: Identify one way you can be generous this week with your time, talents, or resources. Reflect on how this act of generosity impacts your trust in God’s provision.
  4. Present Moment Practice: Set reminders throughout the day to pause and be fully present in the moment. Notice how this practice affects your level of worry.
  5. Serenity Prayer Meditation: Spend time each day this week meditating on the full version of the Serenity Prayer shared in the sermon. Journal about how it impacts your perspective on worry and trust in God.
  6. Eternal Perspective Check: When making decisions this week, ask yourself, “How does this align with an eternal perspective?” Use this question to guide your choices and priorities.
  7. Oikos Blessing: Identify someone in your oikos (sphere of influence) that you can bless this week. Plan a specific way to share God’s love and resources with them.

Closing Reflection:

Close the session with a prayer, asking God for His peace that surpasses all understanding, and for the strength to trust Him in times of anxiety.