Mission Ridge Church Podcast

Rob Croyle continues our series about the Partner God Pursues with a look at Genesis 20 and how Abraham is still relying on his old methods of coping. Sermon Notes: Genesis 20:1-18 Common Negative Coping Mechanisms Drug Abuse Alcohol Abuse Escapism Denial Isolation Self Mutulation Bottling up Emotions Extreme Emotions Sexual Addiction Withdrawal Over sleeping Comfort Eating Implication: The partner God pursues intentionally invests in authenticity to build new patterns in their lives. Call to Action: Know your coping mechanisms. Build trusting relationships. Embrace the vulnerability God leads you to. 4. Invest in your loving union with your Creator.