Courage to Build Deep Relationships

June 20, 2023
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In a world that is becoming increasingly disconnected, we crave deep, safe, and healthy relationships. But we've all experienced hurt that can make building those types of connection feel frightening. We might not even know exactly what that kind of relationship looks like. But as we grow closer to Christ and follow His lead, He will help us heal and gain the courage to unveil those places in our soul in which we most crave connection. To live more fully known so that we can experience being more wholly loved. 

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Discussion/Reflective Questions:

  1. What most resonated with you in this episode?
  2. What most tends to challenge your ability to connect deeply with others?
  3. How often do you feel able to live completely as yourself without feeling the need to hide (your opinions, emotions, needs, and desires), withdraw, or self-protect?
  4. What insecurities and lies tend to pop into your mind when you engage, or think of engaging with, others?
  5. What might it look like to turn to God when you feel vulnerable or rejected by others?
  6. What is one area in your life you wish you could feel more fully seen?
  7. Who is someone you can build a deeper relationship with, and what are some ways you can do that?

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Meet Your Hosts
Jennifer Slattery, founder of Wholly Loved Ministries, is a multi-published author, national speaker, and speaking coach passionate about helping God's children reach their full potential and live fully surrendered to Christ. She is a host on Your Daily Bible Verse and Faith Over Fear. Find her online at https://www.JenniferSlatteryLivesOutLoud.com
Carol Ogle McCracken is a fun-loving wedding planner, speaker, Bible teacher, and author who brings to Scripture to inspire a personal, vibrant relationship with Him. Her authentic challenges faced while journeying through alcoholism, raising a child with special needs, and divorce, equip her to teach, entertain and encourage you. Carol currently serves as the Minister of Discipleship at her home church and is a Christian communicator in many different forums, large and small, and especially enjoys teaching at women’s retreats. Her book Wisdom, Where to Find It if You've Lost, Forgotten, or Never Had It was released in November 2020.
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