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CHAPTER 2: Self-Lies
Lie #3: "It is Easier to Avoid Problems Than to Face Them.”
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26.
In life, the _____ tend to ignore problems until they either go away or get worse and have to be faced.
27.
In the text, the author gave the example of his college students who avoided doing their assignments, and then paid the price when he gave a pop quiz. Give examples of other problems or tasks the “avoider” might be likely to ignore or put off.
a)
b)
c)
28.
When parents make a habit of _____ their child from problems, the child begins believing this lie too – and it soon becomes a deeply ingrained “truth.”
29.
Why is it so important that we teach our children to become responsible for facing problems of their own making?
30.
Those who _____ problems usually end up with more problems in the long run
31.
The secular truth is - problems usually get _____ when avoided.
32.
We find the theological truth about this lie Philippians 3:13-14. What advice does Paul give to the people at Philippi?
33.
The Apostle Paul very frequently shared insights into his own personal life. Read 1 Corinthians 9:24-27. Paul observed that everyone involved in a race runs, but all do not run equally well. For this reason not everyone receives a _____. (vs. 24)
34.
How does Paul recommend that we run? (vs. 24c)
35.
Discover the ingredients necessary for victory in 1 Corinthians 9:25-27.
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b)
c)
36.
Which part of this advice might be disregarded by a person who tries to avoid discomfort of any kind, or problems of any nature?
37.
a) Is it possible that many people who are overweight are “avoiders?”
Yes
No
b) What two things do many overweight people avoid because they are difficult to do?
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ii)
38.
Read Daniel 1:1-12. Daniel is the perfect example of a person who was not an “avoider.” Carried into captivity and selected for royal service, Daniel was faced with many difficulties. The food of the Babylonians was probably offered to idols, bloody, and from animals without cloven hooves. The wine was also controversial. Daniel faced the dilemma between trying to take advantage of a unique opportunity – and trying to please God.
39.
In addition to being given new names and special meals, Daniel’s preparation for royal service included ... (vs. 4-5)
40.
List the requirements required for entrance into the training program. (vs. 4)
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41.
How was Daniel able to accept this appointment? (vs. 8)
42.
At this point, what decision would the “avoider” have made?
43.
What was the eventual outcome of Daniel’s commitment to facing this problem head-on, rather than avoiding making any “waves” in the policies of the palace?
a) vs. 15:
b) vs. 17:
c) vs. 18-19:
d) vs. 20:
44.
Esther is a great example of a woman who faced the problems of her people, rather than avoiding them. Read Esther 4:13 – 5:14.
45.
What warning did Mordecai send to Esther? (4:13)
46.
What challenge did Mordecai set before her? (4:14)
47.
How did Esther respond to that difficult challenge? (4:15-16)
48.
What did Esther do that showed her willingness to face problems, rather than avoid them? (5:1-8)
49.
What courageous action did Esther take in Chapter 7? (7:3-6)
50.
What do you think the “avoider” would have done in this dangerous situation?
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Chapter 2, Lie #4
