I’m Not Okay - Bringing Our Brokenness to Christ

 We live in a world that pressures us to smile, hide our struggles, and say, “I’m okay” even when we’re not. In this message, Pastor Chris Teien shows from Scripture that God invites us to admit our struggles, bring our burdens to Jesus, and find strength in His grace. Whether you’re weary, brokenhearted, or weighed down, there is hope and restoration in Christ. 

Link: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2285086/episodes/17919740

Key Points:

1. Admit we’re not okay – God draws near to the brokenhearted (Psalm 34:18; Psalm 119:25–28, 143).
2. Bring your burdens to Jesus – He offers rest for your soul and freedom from condemnation (Matthew 11:28–30; Romans 7:14–25; 8:1).
3. Find strength and restoration in God’s grace – His power is made perfect in our weakness (2 Corinthians 12:9; Matthew 11:29).

Personal Stories from Pastor Chris:

• Falling on the ice and quickly saying, “I’m okay” out of habit.
• Getting hit in the head with a post driver while helping his daughter and son-in-law, insisting he was fine even while bleeding.
   Both stories illustrate our tendency to pretend instead of admitting our need.

Notable Quotes:

• “It’s okay to not be okay—but it’s not okay to stay that way.”
• “Jesus knows everything about you. You don’t have to fake it with Him.”
• “God’s grace doesn’t always remove the struggle, but it restores and strengthens you in the middle of it.”

Actionable Takeaways:
 Admit where you’ve been pretending to be okay.
 Be honest with God and trusted people about your struggles.
 Rest in the truth of Romans 8:1—there is no condemnation in Christ.
 Choose one promise from Scripture to memorize and lean on this week.

Scripture References:
 Psalm 34:18; Psalm 119:25–28, 143; Matthew 11:28–30; Romans 7:14–25; Romans 8:1; 2 Corinthians 12:9; Matthew 11:29

Keywords: brokenness, grace, hope, Psalm 34, Romans 7, Romans 8, restoration, no condemnation, finding peace, Well Faith Podcast

Challenge:
 This week, stop pretending you’re okay. Admit your need, bring your burdens to Jesus, and let His grace restore your soul.

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