Overcoming Anxiety · Lesson 6 of 10

Destroying the Roots of Anxiety

Go beneath recurring worry to the beliefs that sustain it. The lesson emphasizes exposing lies, bringing thoughts under God’s truth, and replacing old mental strongholds with what is true.

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Lesson Objectives

  • Distinguish root beliefs from surface expressions of worry.
  • Expose false beliefs with Scripture.
  • Replace destructive thought patterns with truth through repentance and renewed faith.

Scripture focus: 2 Corinthians 10:3–5; Romans 12:2

Watch the Three Parts

Part 1 of 3

Part 2 of 3

Part 3 of 3

Required Reading

Chapter 6 — Destroying the Roots of Anxiety — read the complete chapter in Overcoming Anxiety: Finding Peace, Discovering God.

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Lesson 6 Quiz

One combined quiz covers all three video parts and the assigned chapter. Suggested passing score: 80%.

1. What is the difference between a root and a branch of anxiety?
2. In 2 Corinthians 10, spiritual weapons are used to destroy…
3. Why do lies matter so much in this lesson?
4. What does “destroy” mean in the lesson’s approach?
5. What does “occupy” add to the process?
6. Which pair best describes the response to a discovered false belief?
7. A recurring root behind anxiety in this course is often a doubt about…
8. What role does meditation on Scripture have?
Lesson requirements: ○ videos · ○ reading · ○ quiz (80%+)