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Experiencing Peace in Our Relationships

Chris Honess, Lead Pastor

September 13, 2026

Relationships give us more anxiety than any other source.

“You will not certainly die,” the serpent said to the woman. “For God knows that when you eat it, your eyes will be opened, and you will be like God, knowing good and evil.”

Genesis 3:4-5

Symptoms of Anxiety in our Relationships.

1.) Distancing and cut-off.

Then the eyes of both of them were opened, and they realized they were naked; so they sewed fig leaves together and made coverings for themselves.

Genesis 3:7

“He answered, “I heard you in the garden, and I was afraid because I was naked, so I hid.”

Genesis 3:10

2.) Blaming.

The man said, “The woman you put here with me – she gave me some fruit from the tree, and I ate it.”

Genesis 3:12

Experiencing Peace in the Midst of Relationship Anxiety.

1.) Figure out why you feel the way you do.

“Therefore, if you are offering your gift at the alter and there remember that your brother or sister has something against you …

Matthew 5:23

2.) Move towards each other.

… leave your gift there in front of the altar. First go and be reconciled to them; then come and offer your gift.

Matthew 5:24

Action Step: I will join The Vineyard Church for the Emotionally Healthy Relationships Course.