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In today’s fast-paced world, relationships and convictions have become revolving doors. When one no longer suits us, it’s easily cast aside for the next greatest thing or popular opinion. All of this shifting sand can leave us weary of change and wary of others. In today’s teaching, Renee reminds us that God is a firm foundation where we can find respite for our weary souls. She reminds is that because God is faithful, we can be faithful in all he asks of us.

RESOURCES:
Daily Grace Podcast Episode 216 "The Faithfulness of God in Our Testimonies" w/Afshin Ziafat
Habakkuk: Remembering God's Faithfulness When He Seems Silent by Dannah Gresh

FOR DISCUSSION:
·     How have you seen God’s faithfulness in your life? 
·     Would you consider yourself a faithful person? How could you grow in this area? 

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With so many conversations about justice taking place in our world today, does it leave you wondering where Christ followers fit in? Join Camille and Alicia as they talk with Casey, a global worker whose obedience to Christ has led her to walk a lifestyle of justice where God is front and center!

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Longing for Motherhood: Holding On to Hope in the Midst of Childlessness - https://a.co/d/jjN0d8P

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Talk of “justice” has dominated our social landscape in recent years. Do you find yourself confused by all the terms you hear in the media? Do you shy away from conversations about justice because you don’t know what to say? In this teaching, Alicia helps us develop a basic framework for understanding a biblical view of justice.

RESOURCES:
OBCC New Testament Reading Plan - https://obcc.church/Bible-resources
TheologyMom – Playlist: "Justice" | @TheologyMom on YouTube 
All The Things Show – ATT#70 Human Trafficking, The Gospel & Justice || 9/5/2020 
Confronting Injustice Without Compromising Truth – by Thaddeus J. Williams 

FOR DISCUSSION:
·    In what ways have you thought about justice most recently?​ 
·    ​When you think of justice, what causes are nearest to your heart or weigh heaviest on your mind?​ 
·    What intimidates you, if anything, about responding to God's call to action to execute His justice in our world?​ 
·    ​Which causes or people groups can you commit to pray for this week?​ 

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What do you do when the culture of your workplace environment grows more hostile to your Christian faith? Is it possible you have become acclimated to the changes without knowing it? It can be tough to know how and when to stand firmly on your convictions, especially when speaking up could cost you your job or make work life uncomfortable. Today Camille and Alicia talk with Debbie, a veteran from the world of public education. In this episode, Debbie shares how her commitment to God and his faithfulness to her helped her navigate difficult situations and do her job with integrity. Whether you work outside the home or not, this episode is sure to encourage you to fear God in all of life's ups and downs!

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What does it mean when Scripture says we are to fear God? Is fearing Him a good thing or a bad thing, and what does it look like? In this teaching, Alicia explores the difference between unhealthy and healthy fear of God and discusses how we can find comfort in His strength. 

Resources:
OBCC New Testament Reading Plan - https://obcc.church/Bible-resources

Warren Wiersbe— “BE” Series Bible Studies

Strong Women Podcast— S3 E18
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-strong-women-podcast/id1526864114?

The Knowledge of the Holy: The Attributes of God: Their Meaning in the Christian Life by AW Tozer https://a.co/d/7CVfgSPi=1000610657466

Truth on Its Head: Unusual Wisdom in the Paradoxes of the Bible by Warren Wiersbe https://a.co/d/4ERaWkK

FOR DISCUSSION:
·      Did you make any New Year's resolutions about growing in habits of faith? Which ones? How's it going so far?
·      In which areas of your life, if any, do you think you may have an unhealthy fear of God?
·      Which practices have helped you grow closer to God?
·      What does living a life of worship look like to you?

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There comes a time in almost every person's life when waiting is inevitable. Sometimes this season is brief but other times the waiting and hoping last for years. It's easy to become discouraged, and waiting can often feel lonely. Is God really there? Is He really listening? In today's episode, Camille and Alicia interview Meghan, a wife and mom whose trust in God carried her through years of longing and praying. Join us as she shares the wisdom gained from years of faithfully seeking after the Lord and encourages us with practical advice for waiting hopefully for the Lord to answer.

From This One Place by Sarah Groves https://youtu.be/XzGLpK-gec8?si=1M9zERFO45ze4cb6

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