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Crowned With Glory: Honoring the One Who Honors You May 29, 2023

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Have you ever struggled to see yourself the way God sees you? In this episode, you get exclusive access to Pastor Julie’s message at Amazing where she shared how much God values you, crowns you, and honors you.

Discussion Questions:

After listening to Pastor Julie’s message, what was your biggest takeaway?
You need to fight for what’s yours—one way we fight is through prayer. What are you believing God for?
God honors you—but your potential is your responsibility. What potential do you already see in yourself?
Have you ever caught yourself cheapening your crown by comparing it to someone else’s crown?
Who is someone in your life who has built you up, encouraged you, or has been an example of someone who honors well?
Just for fun—on a scale of 0-10, how much of a fan are you of the royal family?

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Trusting the Morning Star in the Midnight Hour May 22, 2023

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How do you trust in God’s goodness when you’re in the midnight hour? In this episode, Pastor Karissa Robinson, Pastor Dalia Soto, and Melissa Miller share how to trust in God’s perfect character and timing.

Discussion Questions:

In what ways have you been able to look back and realize God’s timing was perfect in your life?
What disappointments and delays has God proven himself faithful through?
What stood out to you about believing in an angry God versus believing in a loving God?
1 John 4:8 says, “There is no fear in love. Perfect love drives out fear because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love.” What does this verse mean to you?
What midnight hour are you currently facing that you need to trust God in? (If you aren’t in a midnight hour, what midnight hour has God already brought you through?)

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Your North Star: Obedience to God May 15, 2023

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How do you say yes to God in the face of obstacles, delays, and disappointments? In this episode, Lisa Harper shares her adoption journey and how to follow your good God wherever He leads.

Discussion Questions:

Lisa thought she was too old to adopt. Have you ever felt disqualified for something God called you to do?
Have you ever struggled to believe that God could redeem something in your life or redeem what seemed like ‘wasted years’?
How has obedience to God served as a North Star for you?
Eugene Peterson says, “Obedience is like a long walk in the same direction.” Lisa says, “For me, obedience has been like one long walk—with stumbles along the way—in the same direction.” How can you relate to Lisa’s definition of obedience?
Lisa shared how she had to shift her view of God from an angry librarian to a Father that loved her. How have you come to believe in God’s goodness?
What verse has been a lamp for your feet and a light to your path?

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Trusting God to Write a Better Story - Part 2 May 01, 2023

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How do you trust God when your story takes an unexpected turn? In this episode, Pastors Todd & Julie discuss how to lean in and hear from God through all of life’s detours.

So Good Moments:

Pastor Julie’s journey with detours and discouragement.
Why life’s detours are one of the best places to hear from God.
Why it’s essential to tune into God consistently, even if it feels routine.
How to position yourself to hear from God more often.
One prayer Pastor Todd is thankful God didn’t answer…and more!

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Discussion Questions:

Can you relate to Pastor Julie’s story of unexpected twists and turns in her story?
What stood out to you about hearing God in the midst of detours?
Have you ever had an unexpected encounter with God’s presence or His voice?
What can help position you to hear God’s voice even more?

Trusting God to Write a Better Story - Part 1 Apr 24, 2023

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How do you trust God with the plot twists in your story? In this episode, Pastor Todd shares how he followed God’s lead even though it meant surrendering everything he already had planned.

So Good Moments:

Pastor Todd’s journey from med school to ministry.
Three keys to hearing God’s whispers.
How to tune into God’s plan and let go of our own.
Why God’s preferred tone of voice is a whisper.
How parents can echo the voice of God to their children.
The place where God speaks the loudest…and more!

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Discussion Questions:

Can you relate to Pastor Todd’s story about God changing his plans?
Are you someone who goes with the flow or likes to have things planned out? Have you had a hard time surrendering your plans to God?
What stood out to you about how Pastors Todd and Julie described the keys to hearing God’s voice?
What do you need clarity for right now? Who can you invite to pray with you about that?
Has there been anyone who helped echo the words of God over your life? Or how have you been that person for someone else?

God’s Preparation for Your Next Chapter Apr 17, 2023

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How does God use each chapter of your life to prepare you for the next? In this episode, Pastor Julie, Pastor Kate Czechowicz, and Melissa Miller discuss how God uses even the hard parts of your story as preparation for your next assignment.

So Good Moments:

How Kate and Melissa healed from their broken childhoods and allowed God to write a different story for their future.
How to depend on the Holy Spirit during tense conversations.
The importance of speaking life and hope over others and our circumstances.
How God used a trial in Kate’s health to teach her about wholeness.
Why Melissa feels equipped by God to speak to her adopted kids about their hard past.
The secret ingredient God uses to prepare us for the amazing things He has planned…and more!

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Discussion Questions:

How could you relate to Kate or Melissa’s story of brokenness redeemed?
Kate talked about inviting the Holy Spirit into tough conversations; why do you think this is important?
Melissa talked about the importance of not labeling our differences or disagreements as permanent—why is it important to speak the language of hope in our relationships?
In what way has God used your past to prepare you for your present?
What do you think God is using in your life right now to prepare you for what He has for you next?
Banana bread question just for fun: Plain, chocolate chips, or walnuts?

How God Turns Your Mess Into a Message Apr 10, 2023

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Do you ever feel like you’re disqualified to be used by God? In this episode, authors and speakers Greg and Julie Gorman share how God transformed their marriage and taught them principles that bring unity to any relationship.

So Good Moments:

How Greg and Julie went from fighting every day to learning to build on common ground.
Practical ways to unite—rather than fight—in any relationship.
The importance of speaking life over your spouse.
How God can use your messy past as an opportunity to bring Him glory.
Encouragement for anyone who struggles to see themselves through God’s eyes.
The moment when Greg decided to believe what God said about him…and more!

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Married for a Purpose

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Discussion Questions:

Can you relate to Greg and Julie’s story of finding a way to unite through their differences?
How does it make you feel when your spouse—or someone else—speaks life over you and believes the best about you?
Julie Gorman talked about how God used her history of divorce as an opportunity to bring Him glory. Have you ever had God use something you thought was a disqualifier?
Have you ever had a season, like Greg, where you struggled to believe your identity and see yourself through God’s eyes? What helped you through that?
Greg mentioned his life verse. Do you have one, and if so, what is it?

The Author & Finisher of Our Faith and Healing Apr 03, 2023

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What are the warning signs when it comes to your emotional health? In this episode, Pastor Julie is joined by Pastors Karissa Robinson and Natalie Ferguson to discuss how to prioritize your emotional health and let God be the author of your healing.

So Good Moments:

Natalie’s journey with depression and anxiety—and why she wouldn’t trade it for an instant healing.
How God uses community to walk us toward healing.
What being “triggered” really means.
Practical ways to get proactive when you realize something is off.
How miracles come in both moments and in mile markers.
How Natalie moved from blaming others to taking ownership of her healing.

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Discussion Question:

What stood out to you about Natalie's story?
What are the signs you notice when something is off in your emotional health? What steps do you take to be proactive.
Share a time when you wanted a miracle moment, but God took you on a miracle journey instead.
Can you relate to Natalie and how she shifted from blaming others to taking ownership of her healing?

Turning the Page on Depression and Anxiety with Deb Fileta - Part 2 Mar 27, 2023

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How do you identify the signs of depression? The warning flags might look different than you think. In this episode, licensed professional counselor, speaker, and author Deb Fileta shares how to heal—and help others heal—from depression and anxiety.

So Good Moments:

The truth about counseling and medication when it comes to depression.
How to get our minds and bodies on a pathway toward healing.
How to assess the severity of depression.
Pastor Julie’s journey identifying the warning signs of anxiety.
The importance of community in our journey of healing.
What’s helpful (and not helpful) when walking alongside someone who is struggling.

Resources:

Are You Really Okay? Book

Debra’s Website

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Discussion Questions:

Have you ever struggled with depression or anxiety—or have you known someone who struggled? What was the level of severity (as Deb described)?
What stood out to you about getting your mind and body on a pathway of healing?
Why is community so important to someone who might be struggling? How has community helped you during hard times?
Deb shared a list of what is helpful and not helpful for someone struggling with depression. Is there anything you would add to the list?

Turning the Page on Depression and Anxiety with Deb Fileta Mar 20, 2023

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Are the stories you’re telling yourself affecting your mental health? In this episode, licensed professional counselor, speaker, and author Deb Fileta shares how to turn the page on anxiety and depression and live the healthiest story for our lives.

So Good Moments:

Deb’s story of learning to recognize patterns of anxiety and depression in her life.
Ways to calm your body down when you’re feeling anxious.
What you may need before you reach for the Bible verse.
How we can take responsibility and become the victor rather than the victim.
What triggers can reveal to you about your role in healing.
A statement of truth to remember when your trauma feels overwhelming.

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Debra’s Website

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Discussion Questions:

What stood out to you the most about Deb's story? How can you relate?
What are some of the myths Deb exposed about what it means to be a Christian and struggle with mental health?
What do you do when something triggers you? And what did you learn from Deb that might be a better approach?
Deb talked about how our trauma might be powerful, but we are more powerful. Do you struggle to believe that or is it easy for you to feel empowered by God to walk toward healing?

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