Psalm 55:22 Cast your burden on the Lord, and he will sustain you; he will never permit the righteous to be moved. Isaiah 41:10 fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
Contents
- 1 What does God say about being discouraged?
- 2 What is the root of discouragement?
- 3 What causes discouragement?
- 4 What are the signs of discouragement?
- 5 What does the Bible say about discouragement KJV?
- 6 How do you overcome discouragement?
- 7 How do I stop being discouraged?
- 8 How do you pray when discouraged?
What does God say about being discouraged?
{2 Chronicles 20:15} “Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the battle is not yours, but God’s.” {Psalms 18:30} “ As for God, His way is perfect; The word of the Lord is proven; He is a shield to all who trust in Him. ”
What is the root of discouragement?
The verb discourage has roots in the French word descouragier, which comes from des-, meaning “away,” and corage, or “courage.” So when you discourage someone, you can think of it as taking his courage — or enthusiasm — away.
What causes discouragement?
This is one story of what causes discouragement, but there are so many other ways we become uninspired and our courage is taken, including: Fear, loss, lack of direction or purpose, chronic issues, lack of control, unhealthy relationships, loneliness, ingratitude, and an undefined identity.
What are the signs of discouragement?
Signs you’re feeling discouraged
- You feel unwilling to accept new tasks.
- You don’t feel excited to go to work most days.
- You don’t see the impact of your work.
- You don’t feel you have any advancement opportunities.
- You lack focus when you work.
What does the Bible say about discouragement KJV?
Psalm 55:22 Cast your burden on the Lord, and he will sustain you; he will never permit the righteous to be moved. Isaiah 41:10 fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
How do you overcome discouragement?
22 Powerful ways to Overcome Discouragement
- Ask someone you respect if they ever feel discouraged.
- Accept people for who they are.
- When you feel discouraged acknowledge it to yourself.
- Anger frequently grows into discouragement.
- Learn to do something new.
- Hold your head up.
- Encourage someone.
How do I stop being discouraged?
10 Things to Do When You Are Feeling Discouraged
- Manage your expectations.
- Let go of perfectionism.
- Stop comparing yourself to others.
- Focus on the bigger picture.
- Focus on your goals.
- Don’t dwell on your negative thoughts.
- Spend your time around empowering people.
- Let yourself rest.
How do you pray when discouraged?
Help me to take my focus off myself and my situation and keep my eyes firmly planted on you so I don’t sink. In those moments where I feel like I can’t take another step, carry me. Lord, show me what to do in my present situation. If I need to seek professional help, provide it.