”God Never Gives You More Than You Can Handle”

THE BIBLE TELLS ME SO? - WEEK 1

As we begin a new series, “The Bible Tells Me So?”, where we examine conventional wisdom often assumed to be biblical truth, this week we explore the statement “God never gives you more than you can handle,” uncovering its origins, truths, potential harms, and the deeper hope we find in community and God’s support.

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Question for contemplation and conversation:

• When did you first come into contact with this idea that “God won’t give you more than you can handle”?
• Can you think of a time when this statement was comforting to you, and a time when it felt minimizing, harmful, or perpetuated limiting beliefs?
• Where have you experienced people being truly PRESENT with you during difficult times?
• What does the story of Job teach us about hope and restoration after periods of intense suffering?
• How can we better support each other within our community when someone is facing overwhelming difficulties?
• How can we shift the narrative from “handling everything on our own” to embracing our need for divine and communal support?
• Are there other phrases or cliches that you’ve experienced that have felt empty or hollow

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