The Courage to Stop Powering Through and Start Resting – Ep. 29

November 17, 2020

00:00 29:48

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It can feel tempting to respond to challenges with increased energy. If only we try harder and work longer or faster, than we’d conquer our challenges and whatever is escalating our anxiety. But Scripture tells us peace comes through resting in the One who holds our world in His hands.

In this episode, Jennifer Slattery, Tara Rye, and Tiffany Jones discuss the importance of taking time to simply sit in God’s presence. Learning to rest takes practice and intentionality but it may be one of the greatest ways we can actively fight our fears.

Find Tara at:
https//www.cultivatinghearts.org/
https://www.facebook.com/tara.rye

Find Jennifer Slattery at:
https://www.jenniferslatterylivesoutloud.com
https://www.facebook.com/JenSlatte
https://www.instagram.com/slatteryjennifer/
Twitter: @jenslattery

Find Wholly Loved, at:
https://www.WhollyLoved.com

Group Discussion Questions:
1. What resonated with you most in today’s episode and why?
2. What tends to be your first response when you feel anxious or face a challenge?
3. What typically makes it challenging to rest?
4. What are some ways you keep your prayer life fresh?
5. When you’re anxious, how often do you ask Jesus to show you what you need most in that moment?
6. What do you tend to think of when you think of a Sabbath?
7. What are some ways you feed your soul?
8. How does or has spending time in nature helped to bring you peace?
9. How does or has spending time in nature helped you experience God?
10. How might seeking help or guidance from a counselor help a person battle their fears?

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