Are you following Jesus’ example and taking the high road? In this episode, Dr. John Maxwell shares principles from his new book. 

So Good Moments: 

• How to value all people–especially those who are different from you. 
• The difference between the high, middle, and low road. 
• Why the fruit of gratitude is a generous spirit. 
• The difference between keeping score and keeping track. 
• Why we have an eagle and a hippo inside of all of us. 
• Why John changed WWJD to DWJD…and more! 

Discussion Questions: 

1. What stood out to you about this episode? 
2. What are some of the characteristics of someone who takes the high road versus someone who takes the middle or low road? 
3. How did Jesus lead the way as a high-road leader? 
4. What are some ways you can “keep track” instead of keeping score? 
5. What is the byproduct when we build walls? 

Resources: 

Do What Jesus Did Message

Jesus The High Road Leader Book Clubs

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Are you ignoring the warning signs of loneliness? In this episode, you will hear how you can lean into life-giving friendships. 

So Good Moments: 

• The warning sign of loneliness and why you can’t ignore it.
• Staggering statistics on loneliness in our country.
• How we can shift our priorities to value connection and community.
• Why it’s important to dig through the dirt in our relationships.
• The barriers to community that we’ve gotten used to. 
• How we can do relationships the Jesus way…and more!

Discussion Questions: 

1. Did you identify with any of the signs of loneliness? Which one rang a bell?
2. What are some of your personal barriers that make it difficult to lean into deeper friendships?
3. How have you seen the diamonds in your relationships after you’ve dug through the dirt?
4. Who does community and relationships really well, and what can you learn from them? 
5. What step will you take this week to value community and connection over convenience and comfort? 

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Pastor Julie’s Message on Loneliness

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How do you examine the fruit of your relationships? In this episode, Pastor Julie answers questions from the next generation.

So Good Moments: 

• How to examine the fruit and foundation of your friendships.
• What it looks like to grow with God while dating and married. 
• How to pre-decide what you want your dating season to look like. 
• How to initiate (and receive) difficult conversations. 
• Why your circle of friends should be close, but not closed. 
• How to combat loneliness…and more!

Discussion Questions: 

1. What stood out to you about examining the fruit and root of your friendships? 
2. What is one thing you learned about difficult conversations?
3. Pastor Julie mentioned the importance of pre-deciding certain things as you enter into dating. What are some things you think are important to pre-decide?
4. Do you struggle asking for help or are you comfortable being vulnerable? 
5. Have you ever had a date gone wrong? What did you learn from it? 

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Single, Dating, Engaged, Married Book

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How do you adjust when your routine changes? In this episode, some of our campus pastors share how to make the most of every season.

So Good Moments: 

• How Pastor Julie plans out the next day before she goes to bed.
• What to do when you don’t reach your goals.
• Why it’s important to create moments and memories with your people.
• How to maximize seasons that require a lot of time in the car.
• Why it’s more important to work on your direction instead of perfection.
• The benefits of reading fiction books…and more!

Discussion Questions: 

1. What was your biggest takeaway from this episode? 
2. What do you do to make the most of your time in the car? 
3. What is one of your non-negotiables for your physical health, spiritual life, or mental health?
4. What goals are you aiming for this year? Are they small and attainable or unrealistic?
5. What book are you reading right now? 

Resources: 

Luke Study by Lisa Harper

Mark of The Lion Books by Francine Rivers 

Switch on Your Brain by Caroline Leaf

Understanding Spiritual Gifts by Sam Storm

Garden City by John Mark Comer

Atomic Habits by James Clear 

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Are your insecurities keeping you stuck? In this episode, Donna Pisani shares how to embrace the tension of confidence and humility.

So Good Moments: 

• The truth about the passage of Scripture that says women should be quiet and submissive. 
• How Donna overcame the lie that she wasn’t smart. 
• How to master the art of listening and ask good questions. 
• Why grit is more important than talent. 
• The importance of discovering your own kind of smart.
• Encouragement if you are going through a hard time…and more!

Discussion Questions: 

1. What is something new you learned about the passage in 1 Timothy? 
2. Donna talked about how everyone has an insecurity (hers was that she wasn’t smart). What is one insecurity you’ve had to overcome with God’s truth? 
3. What are some ways we can master the art of listening? 
4. Why is grit more important than talent? 
5. Donna talked about finding your own kind of smart and being confident in that. What is your own kind of smart? (Consider what comes naturally to you, what you enjoy, what you feel God’s grace for, where you have a creative touch, or what other people have said about you.)

Resources: 

Donna’s Book: Entrusted to Lead

You’re Not Listening Book

Grit Book 

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Are you entitled or entrusted? In this episode, Donna Pisani shares how you can step into your calling with confidence and humility.

So Good Moments: 

• How Jesus empowered women in Scripture.
• How Donna learned to lead with confidence and humility.
• Why it’s important to know your ‘why.’
• The women in the Bible who pioneered our legacy.
• Why it’s vital to understand context in the Bible…and more!

Discussion Questions: 

1. What was one thing Donna said that resonated with you? 
2. What did you learn about being entrusted versus being entitled?
3. Which woman from Scripture inspires you the most and why?
4. What is one way Jesus empowered women? 
5. Just for fun, what is one thing you look forward to most about summer?

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Donna’s Book: Entrusted to Lead

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Ever been hurt in Church? In this throwback episode, we’re diving into the messiness and beauty of biblical community.

So Good Moments: 

• The difference between Church hurt and spiritual abuse.
• The importance of creating a space for people to feel safe, seen, and heard. 
• Why we shouldn’t diminish, discount, or deny hurt.
• The 3 stages of biblical community.
• 3 practices for dealing with Church hurt. 
• How to forgive what you can’t (and shouldn’t) forget…and more!

Discussion Questions: 

1. What did you learn about the difference between Church hurt and Spiritual abuse?
2. Pastor Julie shared the three stages of community. Why do you think it’s important to embrace the tension stage? 
3. How have you had to honor the stages of forgiveness in your life?
4. What is one “do” and one “don’t” that stood out to you?
5. In what way can you be a reconstructor for others and for the Church?

Resources:
Message: It's Okay to Doubt Jesus
Practical Resources for Processing Doubt

The Peacemaker by Ken Sande

Church Hurt by Jerome Gay Jr. 

Love Like You’ve Never Been Hurt by Jentezen Franklin

How to See Beauty in the Church After You’ve Been Hurt 

How to Find a Christian Counselor

TikTok Theology Series

Good and Beautiful and Kind by Rich Villodas

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How well do you handle pressure? In this episode, Holly Wagner shares how to stay prayerful, grateful, and watchful when the pressure’s on.

So Good Moments: 

• How to stay prayerful during seasons of pressure.
• Practical ways to cultivate gratitude even when you don’t feel like it.
• Holly’s pressure-filled season and how God brought her through.
• What Holly learned from testing for her black belt.
• How to do a u-turn when you start to feel bitter.
• Why it’s important to stay alert…and more!

Discussion Questions: 

1. In what way could you relate to Holly’s season of pressure? 
2. How do you stay prayerful during pressure-filled seasons? 
3. What helps you practice gratitude in your life? 
4. Why is it important to stay alert when we are in a season of high pressure?
5. What’s on your summer reading list? 

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Holly’s Books

Holly’s Fun Summer Read: The Echo of Old Books

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Where can you find Jesus in the Old Testament, Passover, or the Seder? In this episode, you'll hear about the beautiful thread from Genesis to Revelation and how ancient practices can be pathways to God.

So Good Moments: 

• Peter’s profound encounter with Jesus during the Seder meal. 
• Why it’s so meaningful that Jesus washed the disciples’ feet during Passover. 
• How the 4 cups symbolize Jesus in the Seder Passover. 
• Why Matzah bread represents Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross. 
• How elements of Seder shed light on communion.
• How Jesus revealed Himself as the Messiah during the Last Supper…and more! 

Discussion Questions: 

1. What did you learn from today’s episode? 
2. When Jesus washed the disciples' feet, it was an act of humility and servanthood. How does that inspire you to live your life today?
3. The Seder features 4 promises, which are about being delivered from slavery and redeeming God’s people. How does that remind you of His promises in your life?
4. Jesus revealed Himself as Messiah during the Seder, which initiated the first communion. How does this add to your understanding of communion?
5. Sheri uses the empty chair at Seder as an opportunity to pray for those who don't yet know God. Do you have a person in your life who still needs to find Jesus? How can you remind yourself to pray for them on a regular basis?

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Is it possible to encounter God through ancient rituals? In this episode, you will hear how Sheri Bautz went from dismissing Christians to becoming one—and you will hear how Sheri discovers Jesus in her Jewish traditions. 

So Good Moments: 

• Why Sheri Bautz is a “true-blue Jew.”  
• How she went from dismissing Christians to becoming a Christian Jew. 
• How Sheri’s Christian husband Frank won over her Jewish parents. 
• Sheri’s advice for sharing the Gospel with people of the Jewish faith. 
• Why Christians should celebrate Passover and its ancient traditions. 
• Why Moses was not a good Jew…and more!

Discussion Questions: 

1. What stood out the most to you about this episode? 
2. What’s something you learned about Jewish traditions? 
3. Sheri mentioned how God redeemed a lonely season for her. How has God been there for you in a lonely season?
4. What did you take away from Sheri’s advice for sharing Jesus with Jews? 
5. How does this episode change the way you look at the Passover? 

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