Chapter 9
Fighting for Joy When It’s Gone
Discussion Questions
What steals your joy most: exhaustion, guilt, ingratitude, or worry? What is the cause?
What can you do to fight back against stolen joy?
Has something stolen your joy that Michael didn’t discuss? Why do you think it has taken your joy? What is one practical step you can take to push back?
Supplemental Scripture
Matthew 6:25–34
Resources for Further Study
Book: Challenging Conversations, Chapter 2, Jason Jimenez,
Book: Five to Thrive, Kathy Koch
Podcast: God and Time, William Lane Craig
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