Do you feel stuck in your pain or like you keep falling into the same relational or emotional pits? When your circumstances triggers certain intense emotions, do you find yourself behaving more like a child rather than the Spirit-led adult you know you are? Or do you simply long for increased joy, peace and freedom in your life and interactions? If so, you'll gain encouragement from Jennifer Slattery's conversation with guest Dr. Marcus Warner from Deeper Walk International.

Discussion/Reflective Questions;

1. What resonated with you most in this episode?
2. How would you define emotional maturity?
3. What are some ways you currently differentiate what thoughts come from you, which come from your spiritual enemy the devil, and which are from God?
4. Consider Dr. Warner's discussion of A-trauma (trauma caused from things we didn't receive). How might A-traumas have negatively impacted your ability to endure stressful situations?
5. Pause to reflect on Dr. Marcus Warner's discussion of joy versus fear bonds. Which type of bond tends to influence most of your decisions?
6. How do you most tend to relate to God, through a joy bond or fear bond?
7. What are some ways, based on what Dr. Marcus Warner shared, that you can increase your joy bond with God?
8. What is one action step God might be inviting you to take having listened to this episode?

Resource mentioned: Breakthrough!: 5 Essential Strategies for Freedom, Healing, and Wholeness

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Do you feel anxious when people suggest that we're living in the end times? Do you find verses related to this biblical period confusing? In this episode beloved pastor Max Lucado shares his views and insights regarding God's unfolding, eternal story and our ultimate destination.

Discussion/Reflective Questions:

1. What resonated with you most in this episode?
2. How might knowing what Scripture teaches regarding the "end times" help alleviate anxiety related to that period?
3. If you've trusted in Christ for salvation, how does it feel to know, when your present time on earth ends, you will immediately be in Christ's presence?
4. If you've trusted in Christ for salvation, how does it feel to know that you will be judged according to what Christ did for you, not according to the sins you've committed?
5. If you haven't yet trusted in Christ for salvation, what are some questions or concerns you want God to address before you are ready to do so?
6. What is one action step God might be inviting you to take having listened to this episode?

Resource referenced: What Happens Next: A Traveler’s Guide Through the End of This Age

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One of my favorite names for Christ, especially during the often chaotic holiday season, is Prince of Peace. It reminds us that our peace is found not in our circumstances or the absence of conflict but instead through our relationship with Him. Advent provides a wonderful opportunity to evaluate our schedules, slow down, and connect in a special way with our Savior.

Discussion/Reflective Questions:

1. What resonates with you most in this episode?
2. What are some of your most cherished Christmas memories from your childhood?
3. Consider your current schedule. How has anxiety or fear contributed to your busyness?
4. What are some ways you experience the sacredness of Christ's birth?
5. What is something you can eliminate or simplify this holiday season to make it less hectic and more memorable?
6. What is one action step God might be inviting you to take having listened to this episode?

Resource referenced: Glad & Golden Hours: A Companion for Advent and Christmastide:

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