• Discouragement weakens the sense of aim.
    • It’s impossible to have hope without purpose.
  • Discouragement causes sins of indifference.
    • Joshua 1:1-9
  • Discouragement causes other problems.
  • Discouragement has no easy cure, but consider several things that will help:
    • I John 5:4 – Faith is the victory that overcomes the world.
      • Trust in God removes depression, brings hope, and gives joy and peace (Philippians 4:7). It cases zeal and service.
      • This faith must be of the
    • II Peter 1:5 – Self-control
    • Spiritual mindedness – Colossians 3:1-3; Romans 6:4-7; Philippians 4:8; II Corinthians 10:4-5; Colossians 3:23
    • Forget self and serve – I Corinthians 4:5
    • Choose the right company – I Corinthians 15:33