How to Be Hopeful in Dark Places | Matthew 8:28-34 | Pastor Blake Hardcastle

Blake Hardcastle, Equipping Pastor Grand Parkway Baptist Church How to Be Hopeful in Dark Places Matthew 8:28-34 1. Behold, Jesus has authority over darkness v.28-31 • What is demon possession? • Does possession happen today? 2. Behold, Deliverance is always possible with Jesus v. 32-33  Colossians 1:13 He has delivered us from the domain of darkness and transferred us to the kingdom of his beloved Son. • What word do you need Jesus to say to you? 3. Ask Jesus to stay v. 34 ”He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep, to gain what he cannot lose.” Jim Elliot  Mental Worship 1. What feels dark in your life lately? 2. What word do you need Jesus to say to bring relief from your darkness? 3. Where is God inviting you to share in the cost for someone to get freedom? 4. What does it look like when you hold God at arm’s length? 5. If you knew God would eventually permit it and bless it, what would you beg him for?  Be sure to follow us: Instagram Facebook Youtube