Faith Over Fear LifeAudio

Sometimes, anxiety can hit without any recognizable provocation, or our anxiety can feel more intense than the situation warrants. When we find ourselves in that place, we can pray the prayer ancient Israel's second king, David, prayed at the end of Psalm 139, trusting that our God will and is leading us to increased freedom. 

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Biblical passage discussed: Psalm 139

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Discussion/reflective questions:


What resonated with you most in this episode?
What thoughts and/or emotions arise when you reflect upon God's full knowledge of and deep love for you?
What are some ways you regain a sense of calm when anxiety begins to take hold?
Why is it important to have various tools to practice when we feel anxious and afraid?
What's the difference between feeling anxious and feeling stuck in our anxiety?
In what ways have you, or could you, invite God's perspective on your fear or anxiety? 
How can naming, but not judging, our emotions help us to manage them?
What is one action step God might be inviting you to take having listened to this episode?
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There's often a difference between receiving the all-sufficient grace granted to us through faith in Christ and living fully, deeply immersed in that grace. Sadly, many of us live consumed with guilt. And, because we live in a punitive culture where we're accustomed to getting called out and punished for our mistakes–and, potentially, seeing them blasted across social media–we can approach our relationship with God with that same mindset. That is why practicing confession can be so freeing. In naming our sins, big and small, and asking for forgiveness (which we've already received), we are also learning to practice what Jennifer refers to as a perpetual "clean-slate" existence. In this episode, hosts Jennifer Slattery and Carol McCracken launch a 5-part series on bold prayers with a discussion of words uttered by ancient Isreal's 2nd king, a man God referred to as someone after His own heart. (Scroll down for discussion/reflective questions.)

(Bible passage discussed: Psalm 19)

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Discussion/reflective questions:


What resonated with you most in this episode?
Why might it be helpful to begin one's prayers proclaiming the power, vastness, and goodness of God?
What thoughts or emotions typical arise when you think of the spiritual practice of confession?
Why is it important to remain cognizant of God's abundant grace while practicing confession?
How can practicing confession help us experience God's grace on a deeper level? (Not earn it, but experience what He's already given us.)
How might practicing confession help one live with more self-awareness?
What is one action step God might be inviting you to take, having listened to this episode?

 
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This episode is for everyone who feels the ache of longing for a loving and nurturing mother but, for your mental health and healing, have had to create firm boundaries with your mother, potentially even eliminating contact with her entirely. No one makes this decision lightly or without pain. Bonnie Gray understands this grief, and all of the confusing emotions that can surface around Mother's Day. In this episode, she shares how God brought her from grief, to healing, and now, to celebration–not for the pain she experienced, but for what He is building and has built in her life today. 

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Resource Mentioned: "the Soul Care Quiz"

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Her podcast: Breathe: The Stress Less Podcast

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Discussion/reflective questions:


What resonated with you most in this episode?
What emotions tend to arise for you around Mother's Day?
How would you describe your relationship with you mom?
How difficult is it for you to view your mother and your relationship with her "honestly"? 
What are some ways you do or have allowed yourself to grieve the mother you don't have?
How is God rewriting your story and breaking dysfunctional patterns?
What is one thing God might be asking you to do having listened to this podcast? 

 

 

 

 

 
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We all have seasons of our lives where we wonder if we have purpose and fear we're aimlessly roaming about without clear direction. In those periods, God may seem silent or His direction unclear. This can create intense anxiety and discouragement. But God always has a plan, is always leading us toward His very best, and is always equipping us for the journey that's still ahead. Listen to hear how He did this in King David's life, and in host Carol McCracken's as well. 

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Discussion/Reflective Questions:


What resonated with you most in this episode?
How would you describe a wilderness season?
What do you feel makes wilderness seasons so challenging?
How can wilderness seasons deepen our faith?
How might reflecting upon God's heart, power, character and promises help us endure wilderness seasons?
Why is it important to live with integrity in every season?
What is one action step God might be askign you to take, having listened to this episode?
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We all have emotional baggage clogging the suitcases in our souls. Unprocessed pain from childhood and past relationships distorts our perceptions, weakens our trust, and often leads to out-of-proportion reactions. In this episode, relationship coach Dana Che Williams joins Jennifer Slattery to discuss common signs of emotional baggage and ways we can begin to unpack those things that aren't serving us or our relationships. 

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Resources mentioned: 

The Best of You by Dr. Allison Cook  (Here Jennifer's discussion with Allison here.)

Relationship Connection Quiz (on Dana's Website)

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Rebuilding Us Podcast

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Discussion/reflective questions:


What resonated with you most in this episode?
What relational patterns have you noticed in your life?
What relational patterns have you noticed in your family of origin?
How challenging do you find it to trust others?
When do you most tend to react strongly? Do you notice a pattern that might point to unprocessed pain?
When navigating relational challenges might it be helpful to get help from someone with relationship training?
Why is it important to seek God's wisdom and perspective regarding our behavior and relationships?
What is one step God might want you to take, having listened to this episode?

 

 
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It's often easiest to recognize God's faithfulness when life seems to go well or He answers our prayers as we hope. But what about when we endure challenging or frightening seasons? Is He still faithful then? And how can our recognition of His faithfulness quiet our fears and strengthen our faith when we feel anxious or afraid? In this episode, author and speaker Erin H. Warren shares how she's experienced God's faithfulness amidst life's difficulties. (Scroll down for discussion/reflective questions)

Resources referenced:

Everyday Prayers for FaithFinding Confidence in God No Matter What by Erin H. Warren

Sacred Rest: Recover Your Life, Renew Your Energy, Restore Your Sanity by Dr. Sandra Dalton-Smith

Biblical reference (the Israelites at the Red Sea): Exodus 14

How to have a relationship with God

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Discussion/reflective questions:


What most resonated with you in this episode?
What is the most recent "no matter what" situations you've experienced?
How, if at all, did that time affect your view of God's faithfulness?
Why is it important to learn and know God's promises recorded in Scripture?
Consider a time when you felt disillusioned in your faith. How, if at all, did your understanding (or lack) of God's faithfulness affect your emotions?
What are some of God's promises in which you find the most comfort?
What is one action step God might be asking you to take having listened to this episode?
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