Emotionally Charged Bible Accounts

 

Biblical Event

What is happening in the Bible story?

What emotion/s might have been experienced?

What emotion might you experience in a similar situation?

 

Genesis 20

Abraham is afraid and adjusts his story and approach to seek safety. Fear

Ambivalence

Anxiety

When you face a situation that seems impossible, do you ever feel afraid and anxious?

How does your body experience fear (i.e. heart palpitations, clenched teeth, stiff body)?

Genesis 43: 30-31

Joseph sees his younger brother for the first time after a long time of separation and trauma.

 

Flooded

Overwhelmed

 

What emotions surface when you encounter a situation tied to prior painful life event?

John 11: 1-36 (especially 33-36)

Jesus weeps over the grief of his friends at the death of Lazarus. Sadness, compassion, love How do you experience grief?

How do you respect the emotions of others who are grieving?

Acts 23:1-5

Paul is being accused of leading Gentiles away from Moses. Anger

Defensiveness Urgency

Pressure

What happens when you feel threatened?

Acts 28:11-15

Paul describes his feelings at the sight of others. Encouragement

Gratitude

What happens when you are with others where you belong, connect, and matter?

2 Corinthians 11:28

Paul describes pressure for the people, his work, his hopes, and dreams. Anxiety

Stress

Angst

How does physical fatigue affect emotional pain and discomfort?

How do your expectations affect the state of your emotions?

Philippians 2:28

Paul sends Epaphroditus

 

Reassurance

Support

Community

Anxiety

Fear

What do you need from others to provide a secure

base of support for you to be all you are designed to be?

1 Thessalonians 3:1-5

Paul is uncomfortable with not knowing the fate of those in Thessalonica. Fear

Anxiety

How do wait for an uncertain outcome?
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