Whether it’s the fear of global conflict, political instability, climate change, economic collapse, or personal health issues, we are a culture ruled by fear, and our fears make us very easy to manipulate. But what if there were a people who were not ruled by fear? And what if all we need to become this kind of people is to make Psalm 46 our own song?

Sermon Outline:

I. We will not fear because God is our refuge, strength, and help.

II. We will not fear because God is in our midst.

III. We will not fear because God will be exalted.

Sermon Discussion Questions:

1. Share about a time when something you thought was solid and dependable was shaken. How did that experience affect your faith (positively or negatively), and what did you learn about God’s faithfulness through it?

2. Where do you typically turn first when life’s storms hit: money, relationships, work, or other sources? How can we practically make God our first refuge rather than our last resort?

3. In what ways does knowing that God dwells within you and among us as a community change how you face daily fears and anxieties?

4. Two of the primary drivers of fear are news and social media. How do you balance staying informed about real issues while not being ruled by fear? What boundaries might you need to set with news and social media consumption?

5. Does understanding Psalm 46:10 in its proper context change your perspective on it? How does knowing that God’s victory over all opposition is guaranteed affect the way you view current world events, political turmoil, or personal conflicts you're facing?