Streaming from I Heart Church, the Arise Podcast is purposed to stir up a newfound passion for God’s Word and renewed hope in His providence. As you listen to each conversation, discussion, and study, our prayer is that you will see the Lord’s faithfulness for yourself. The Arise Podcast is hosted by Melodi Hawley.
Merry Christmas! We're so thankful you joined us for our Christmas Arise Gathering. We pray this message is encouraging to you and your groups!
Discussion Questions
1.How do you personally view celebration in your walk with God? Are there times when you find it hard to celebrate due to circumstances or personal feelings?
2.Have you ever had an assumption about God (ex.being disappointed in you, being distant) that has made it difficult to celebrate in relationship with Him?
3. Why do you think God commands us to celebrate—what is the deeper purpose behind it? The Bible often links celebration to remembering God's faithfulness and the good news of the gospel. How do celebrations help you remember God's goodness and what He has done for you?
4.How does celebrating even in difficult seasons show faith in God's ultimate victory? Can you think of a moment when choosing to celebrate, despite hardship, brought you closer to God or helped you see His provision?
5.Are there ways you can cultivate a childlike faith that leans into celebration and joy?
6.How does living a life of celebration impact those around us, especially those who don’t know Christ?
13 Nov 2024
Arise Gathering | November 2024
Mind Renewal Scriptures (https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5f3ff231042531074dc4bcd8/t/67339eba943afc7a0921e515/1731436220529/MIND+RENEWAL+SCRIPTURES+ARISE.pdf)
If you’d like to listen to the meditation Pastor Melodi referenced, you can click here (https://lectio365.24-7prayer.com/share/devotionals/2024-10-30/morning?locale=en). You will need to download the app for FREE to listen. The specific date of entry, is October 30, 2024 on “Surrender.”
Questions for Reflection:
1. What kinds of burdens do we try to carry on our own instead of giving them to Jesus?
2. How does Paul’s command to "not be anxious about anything" challenge the way we normally respond to worry? How can we create space in our lives to "come to God" with our worries and burdens?
3. What role does thanksgiving play in finding peace, according to Philippians 4? How can this practice shift our perspective?
4. How does seeking "the Kingdom of God above all else" change our priorities and concerns?
5. Why do we often struggle to cast our anxieties on Jesus instead of on others? What happens when we try to carry them alone?
6. How do we struggle with the simplicity of Jesus' invitation to trust Him? What are we tempted to add to this simple act of faith?
7. How did Jesus prioritize God’s will over the expectations of others? How can we follow His example in our own lives?
4 Oct 2024
Arise Gathering | October 2024
*Trigger Warning: This podcast contains a brief story with a mention of sucide that may be triggering for some individuals.*
Download the Guidebook (https://arisewomen.online/encounter-24-weekend-guide)
Check out the lion images (https://arisewomen.online/oct-ag)
Discussion Questions:
1. Recap Encounter Weekend together! If you and your group attended, what were stand-out moments for you? Did the Lord speak anything specific to you? Take a few moments for each person to share a little about their experience.
2. It’s time to share! As you were doing each Guidepost, can you share about what God showed you? Was there a thread in these moments?
3. What did you like about the Guidebook? What was challenging for you?
4. Did you recognize any lies that you were believing? What does the Word say about what you believe? How are you renewing your mind with this Truth?
5. How can you apply what you’ve learned from the Guidebook in your regular quiet time?
Be sure to close your time together praying with and for one another.
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