In today's Care Team takeover, Wes Butler talks with Ben and LK Ortiz about Job 5-8 and remind us of where our true hope can be found during times of suffering. They explore the relationship between Job and his friends and explore what their hope was placed in when giving advice to Job. There is only one person that gives us the greatest hope in times of suffering, and his name is Jesus. 

Additional References: Colossians 3:23; Ephesians 4:29 

Refuge is a ministry for those battling chronic illness. For information to get connected, check out https://www.watermark.org/ministries/refuge

Christopher Ash Book: Trusting God in the Darkness: https://a.co/d/cqv3eof

In today's episode, Wes Butler, Director of Care Ministries, kicks off our Care Team takeover of Job. He is joined today by Watermark member, Paula Veal, who serves in Grief Share here at Watermark. Together, they introduce us to the book of Job and help us understand the beginning conversation between God and Satan in Job 1-4. 

To sign up for GriefShare: https://www.watermark.org/ministries/grief-recovery

Christopher Ash Book: Trusting God in the Darkness: https://a.co/d/cqv3eof

A Grief Observed by C.S. Lewis: https://a.co/d/71rXrVe

The Jews were threatened then triumphed. How do we understand God's providence in the book of Esther? In today's episode, Emma Dotter helps us understand the plot twist of Esther and the demonstration of God's soverienty, perfect timing, and justice. 

Esther Bible Study by Beth Moore: https://a.co/d/45Cp5cH

Today, Emma Dotter discusses the first 5 chapters of Esther. Throughout these chapters, the name of God is not mentioned, raising the question, "Where is God's name in the book of Esther?" Emma helps us to see God's providence in the midst of this story, even when he isn't explicitly mentioned. 

Esther Bible Study by Beth Moore: https://a.co/d/45Cp5cH

In today's final episode of Nehemiah, Emma Dotter and Scott Sengbush talk about how Nehemiah was inspecting the work, holding the people to the expectations that God had set. The people's continued failings demonstrate the need for a change of heart in the people, which we have received through Christ and the Spirit of God.

In today's episode, Emma Dotter and Scott Sengbush discuss Nehemiah 8-10, focusing on the response of God's people after hearing God's word. They chose repentance and turning back to God. How will you turn your heart toward the Lord today and reflect on the great things he has done for you? 

Additional References: 2 Kings 22:13

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Got Questions article: https://www.gotquestions.org/Feast-of-Tabernacles.html

In today's episode, Emma Dotter is back with Watermark member, Scott Sengbush to talk about Nehemiah 5-7. Scott talks about the how Nehemiah's reliance on the Lord in the task that the Lord gave him and how we, too, should rely on the Lord to help us in our projects and work. 

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Link to TA's message at Breakaway: https://vimeo.com/259378761

In today’s episode, Emma Dotter and faithful Watermark staff member Scott Sengbush discuss Nehemiah 1-4. Scott walks us through Nehemiah focusing on his role as a project manager and how he approaches the three facets of management (resourcing, time, and scope) with a biblical mindset. 
 
 Here is TA’s sermon on Nehemiah last May!
 https://www.watermark.org/message/10960-the-word-of-revival
 
 Want to learn more about Nehemiah? Check out Nehemiah: A Pastoral and Exegetical Commentary by T. J. Betts!
 https://a.co/d/inQS0US
 
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How do we biblically navigate the Israelites divorcing their pagan wives in the book of Ezra? In today’s episode, Emma Dotter and faithful Watermark member Casey Crane wrap up Ezra focusing on the moral issue Ezra and the Israelites must call out and deal with.

Additional Scripture Referenced:

Deuteronomy 7; 1 Corinthians 7:12-14; 1 Peter 1:1-2; Romans 7

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In today’s episode, Emma Dotter and faithful Watermark member Casey Crane discuss the adversity the Israelites go through as they rebuild the temple and the pressure they face to compromise to a pagan culture. Casey lays out 4 steps in growing in Scripture and resisting all things that set itself up against our walk with Christ: set your heart on Scripture, study it, do it, teach it. 

Additional Scripture Referenced:

2 Timothy 2:24-25; Proverbs 13:20; James 1:22-25

Check out the Join The Journey Devotionals here!

https://www.jointhejourney.com/

You can also check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898