Episode 248: Faith in the Face of Fear: What Anxiety Can Teach Us
With Jeff and Terra Mattson and Featured Guest Curtis Chang
In this episode, we explore the profound connection between anxiety, loss, and spiritual growth. Too often, we try to control or avoid suffering, but what if anxiety is actually an invitation—an opportunity to draw closer to God? Curtis Chang joins us to discuss how leaders, parents, and believers can navigate grief, trust in God’s plan, and allow their fears to point them toward their deeper calling.
Takeaways:
Anxiety as a Diagnostic: Viewing anxiety not as a flaw but as a tool that reveals our deepest fears and desires.
The Reality of Loss in Leadership: Every change or new initiative brings loss—wise leaders create space for grieving.
Avoidance Increases Anxiety: Suppressing suffering leads to more anxiety, while moving through grief brings healing.
The Problem-Solving Trap: Leaders and parents often try to fix problems to avoid discomfort, but true growth comes through sitting with loss.
Psalm 139’s Invitation: Anxiety can be a space for God to search and refine our hearts rather than something to eliminate.
Fear as a Calling Compass: Paying attention to what we fear losing can reveal where God is leading us.
Replacing Control with Trust: Letting go of the need to engineer outcomes allows for deeper faith and peace.
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