Born to Thrive | Going Deeper with God

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We discuss how your worth is not tied to circumstances or family lineage. It is directly tied to the holiness of God and His profound love.

The overall theme is the importance of knowing God's holiness, developing an intimate relationship with Him, and allowing that to shape our identity and unity as the church. 

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Here is a summary of the Episode!

• Shame is a toxic burden that many people carry, leading to negative thoughts, strained relationships, and unfulfilled dreams
• However, the Bible teaches that when we are in Christ, we are a new creation - the old has passed away and all things have become new (2 Corinthians 5:17)
• To embrace this newness and freedom in Christ, practical steps include:
•  - Acknowledging and confessing the shame you've been carrying - Meditating on scriptures about your new identity in Christ - Actively rejecting negative self-talk and replacing it with affirmations - Surrounding yourself with an encouraging community - Pursuing your God-given dreams without pressure to be perfect - Regularly spending time in prayer and worship

The key is to continually renew your mind with God's perspective and actively walk in the freedom He has provided, rather than clinging to past shame. With God's help, you can embrace the new life He has for you.

Nathan Sack

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Here are some practical steps to embrace the newness and freedom that God offers: 

1. Acknowledge and confess the shame you've been carrying. Admit that the shame is not yours to bear anymore.
2. Meditate on scriptures that remind you of your new identity in Christ, like 2 Corinthians 5:17. Let these truths sink deep into your heart.
3. Actively reject negative self-talk and thoughts of shame when they arise. Replace them with affirmations of your worth and God's love for you.
4. Surround yourself with people who will encourage you in your new identity and freedom in Christ. Seek out a supportive community.
5. Pursue the dreams and callings God has placed on your heart, without the pressure to be perfect. Trust that God will equip you.
6. Regularly spend time in prayer and worship, allowing God to fill you with His love and grace.

The key is to continually renew your mind with God's perspective and actively walk in the freedom He has provided, rather than clinging to past shame. With God's help, you can embrace the new life He has for you.

Nathan Sack

just now

What practical steps can we take to embrace the newness and freedom that God offers us?

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The discussion emphasized the importance of recognizing and esteeming the Holy Spirit's role and character. Sherrie highlighted the need for believers to avoid mixing anything with God, who is perfect and eternal. 

The conversation stressed the urgency of representing God well in the world and the necessity of allowing the Holy Spirit to lead and guide individuals. 

The Holy Spirit was described as a comforter, teacher, and guide who speaks without words and leads through impressions. 

illustrate the Holy Spirit's presence and the importance of humility and intimacy in one's relationship with God.

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Sherry Puckett, a licensed professional counselor, discusses the importance of finding joy in life and activating the joy center of the brain, which she associates with resiliency. 

She shares a personal dream about dancing in ballet slippers, which symbolized joy and peace for her. 

Sherry emphasizes that everyone has unique gifts from God that bring them joy, such as playing music, dancing, or serving others. 

She encourages regular engagement in these joyful activities and remembering past victories to build resiliency and recognize one's worth as God's masterpiece.

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The discussion emphasized the holiness of God and the importance of revering His name. Sherrie referenced Isaiah 6 and Jeremiah 31 to illustrate God's glory and everlasting love. The conversation highlighted the need for humility, noting that Jesus' humility and compassion should guide believers. Sherrie warned against mixing God with worldly matters like politics and personal experiences, stressing that true intimacy with God requires alignment with His holiness.

The session concluded with a call to action, urging participants to reflect on their relationship with God and to seek child-like faith and humility.

Action Items

• [ ] Ask yourself if you have esteemed God as holy in your mind or if you have created God after your own image.
• [ ] Ask yourself if you recognize how special you are, and if not, ask God to forgive you for not being in alignment with Him.

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Sherrie shares a heartfelt plea to the body of Christ to fall into alignment with God, or we will suffer the consequences of our rebellion. God is holy so there is no plan B. His word is our only plumb line of truth. If we are going to make it in the next few months, we have to hear the heart of God and not our give place to our fears.

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