Shawn Johnson - Attacking Anxiety: From Panicked and Depressed to Alive and Free

This is not a book, it is a call to arms. If you feel like you are losing the battle that is anxiety, it is now time to fight back. My friend Shawn Johnson will show you how. This is not a collection of theories, it is a war-torn, battle-proven playbook that he has employed in the midst of his personal hand-to-hand combat with panic that will give you tools you need to thrive in your own fight. I have called Shawn on the darkest of days and his encouragement to me is what he will share with you if you let him.

LEVI LUSKO, LEAD PASTOR OF FRESH LIFE CHURCH AND BESTSELLING AUTHOR

When you find yourself at the end of yourself, Shawn doesnt just give you inspirationhe gives you application. As a leader navigating uncertainty in work and life, Shawns wisdom and practical insights have been a gift in this season! His simple yet profound words are a playbook on how to handle anxiety and attack it with supernatural strength.

BIANCA JUAREZ OLTHOFF, PASTOR, BESTSELLING AUTHOR, AND PODCAST HOST OF WERE GOING THERE

Ive been privileged to walk with Shawn Johnson during some of his battles with anxiety, and his courage, faith, and reliance on Gods power continue to inspire me. Attacking Anxiety is so much more than Shawns storyits a hands-on, in-the-trenches survival manual for anyone experiencing this crippling condition that affects millions of people around the world. Shawn discovered resources that help him fight back and now shares a battle plan to help all of us enjoy the freedom we have in Christ. A must-read!

CHRIS HODGES, SENIOR PASTOR OF CHURCH OF THE HIGHLANDS AND AUTHOR OF THE DANIEL DILEMMA AND OUT OF THE CAVE

The feeling of intense fear when anxiety and depression close in on our minds and hearts is unbearable, and often times traps our minds into believing that God is not in this fight with us. Shawns story is one of Gods grace in the midst of unbelievable anxiety and depression, and its also one of winning, if you choose to not give up. This book is a refreshing and encouraging guide to fighting back, to not letting anxiety and depression define us, and to trusting God with complete joy.

CHAD VEACH, FOUNDER AND LEAD PASTOR OF ZOE CHURCH, AUTHOR, AND HOST OF THE LEADERSHIP LEAN IN PODCAST

In our current culture where depression and anxiety are at an all-time high, Attacking Anxiety comes at just the right time. This book is the perfect resource to read if you, like me, have battled anxiousness, loss of control, or even the inability to cope. Pastor Shawn dives into how we can live a life where anxiety isnt our label or our future. He shows us that we dont have to just sit back and let it attack us, we can choose to fight backwith the weapons of Gods Wordand overcome the anxiety monster once and for all and live the life God always intended for us to live: free.

MADISON PREWITT, TELEVISION PERSONALITY

Anxiety is running amuck everywhere we turn. Were anxious about the future, the past, about our family, our lives, and it seems to be inescapable. Its as if we are in a pit looking up, ill-prepared and unprotected from an oppressive enemy. There is hope, but you cannot do it alone! In this book, Shawn has a thoughtful and inspired approach to help you face your fears and find calm in the chaos, step-by-step. Get ready to discover how to stand up, fight back, and unleash the peace of God in your life!

ED YOUNG, FOUNDER AND SENIOR PASTOR OF FELLOWSHIP CHURCH, AUTHOR, AND CONFERENCE SPEAKER

Whenever Pastor Shawn speaks, you should listen. He uses real-life situations that we all can understand, while also referencing Scripture to paint a clear picture of the message coming from it. He has the ability to make everyone feel welcomed and accepted while withholding judgementwe are all imperfect people pursuing a perfect God.

SHAQUIL BARRETT, TWO-TIME SUPER BOWL CHAMPION

My brother Shawn has helped change my life in more ways than he even knows. His realness and authenticity are inspiring to everyone who knows him, and his story is relatable to us all!

MICHAEL PORTER JR., PROFESSIONAL BASKETBALL PLAYER

Attacking Anxiety

2022 by Shawn Johnson

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Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data

Names: Johnson, Shawn, author.

Title: Attacking anxiety: from panicked and depressed to alive and free / Shawn Johnson.

Description: Nashville, Tennessee: Nelson Books, [2022] | Summary: Shawn Johnson, lead pastor of Red Rocks Church, gives a searingly honest portrait of anxiety and depression and shows readers how to fight back and live free-- Provided by publisher.

Identifiers: LCCN 2021032006 (print) | LCCN 2021032007 (ebook) | ISBN 9781400230693 | ISBN 9781400230709 (epub)

Subjects: LCSH: Anxiety--Religious aspects--Christianity. | Depression, Mental--Religious aspects--Christianity. | Depressed persons--Religious life.