Do you long for more peace and self-control and less fear and regret as you navigate life's challenges and hardships? In this episode, we explore how the Beatitudes and Jesus’ instructions for kingdom living offer a powerful blueprint for thriving in today’s anxious and chaotic world. When we align our lives with Christ’s teachings and depend on His strength and wisdom, we experience lasting peace, greater emotional resilience, and freedom from fear. Even in seasons of deep pain or uncertainty, Jesus draws near to comfort us—then equips us comfort to others. Because of Him, we can live with the confidence that we’ve been made right with God, positioned to receive His favor, and invited to experience the blessings of His kingdom. 

Resource referenced: "Deep Rooted Bible Study" Series. 

Discussion/Reflective Questions:
What resonated with you most in this episode?
In what ways has, or can, increased dependence on Christ lead to greater peace?
What are some ways you intentionally rely on Christ's strength in difficult times?
When have you sensed God comforting you with His compassion during painful seasons?
What are your thoughts or feelings when you hear that, through your faith in Christ, you are currently living under God's favor?
What is one action step God might be inviting you to take having listened to this podcast?

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Do you long for more peace and self-control and less fear and regret as you navigate life's challenges and hardships? In this episode, we explore how the Beatitudes and Jesus&rsquo; instructions for kingdom living offer a powerful blueprint for thriving in today&rsquo;s anxious and chaotic world. When we align our lives with Christ&rsquo;s teachings and depend on His strength and wisdom, we experience lasting peace, greater emotional resilience, and freedom from fear. Even in seasons of deep pain or uncertainty, Jesus draws near to comfort us&mdash;then equips us comfort to others. Because of Him, we can live with the confidence that we&rsquo;ve been made right with God, positioned to receive His favor, and invited to experience the blessings of His kingdom.&nbsp;
Resource referenced: "<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Deep-Rooted-Growing-through-Devotionals/dp/B0DX2FZMLZ?">Deep Rooted Bible Study</a>" Series.&nbsp;
Discussion/Reflective Questions:
<ol>
<li>What resonated with you most in this episode?</li>
<li>In what ways has, or can, increased dependence on Christ lead to greater peace?</li>
<li>What are some ways you intentionally rely on Christ's strength in difficult times?</li>
<li>When have you sensed God comforting you with His compassion during painful seasons?</li>
<li>What are your thoughts or feelings when you hear that, through your faith in Christ, you are currently living under God's favor?</li>
<li>What is one action step God might be inviting you to take having listened to this podcast?</li>
</ol>
Find Kathy Howard:
<a href="https://www.kathyhoward.org/">On her website</a>
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/kathyhhoward/">On Instagram</a>
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/KathyHowardUnshakeableFaith">On Facebook</a>
<a href="https://www.amazon.com/stores/Kathy-Howard/author/B001JP7UF8?ccs_id=25d249cc-807f-4a21-b96d-b8ddb94386ff">On Amazon</a>
Find Jennifer Slattery:
<a href="http://jenniferslatterylivesoutloud.com">On her website</a>
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/slatteryjennifer/">Instagram</a>
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Life is too short and God has too much for us to do for any of us to live enslaved. Jesus promised His followers would experience filled to overflowing life, a life characterized by joy, peace, and spiritual and emotional vitality. And yet, we daily make decisions based on fear, not faith. In Faith Over Fear, author and speaker Jennifer Slattery helps us see different areas of life where fear has a foothold, and how our identity as children of God can help us move from fear to faithful, bold living.

This podcast covers topics like:

⭐️ How to Overcome Fear
⭐️ Biblical Strategies for Overcoming Fear and Anxiety
⭐️ Powerful Steps to Fight Anxiety
⭐️ Finding God Faithful in Hard Seasons
⭐️ Courage to Wait on God

Jesus has more planned for us than we could imagine and He’s fully committed to perfecting that which concerns us. Fear holds us back, but His perfect love has the power to cast out all fear!

Life is too short and God has too much for us to do for any of us to live enslaved. Jesus promised His followers would experience filled to overflowing life, a life characterized by joy, peace, and spiritual and emotional vitality. And yet, we daily make decisions based on fear, not faith. In Faith Over Fear, author and speaker Jennifer Slattery helps us see different areas of life where fear has a foothold, and how our identity as children of God can help us move from fear to faithful, bold living.
This podcast covers topics like:
⭐️ How to Overcome Fear ⭐️ Biblical Strategies for Overcoming Fear and Anxiety ⭐️ Powerful Steps to Fight Anxiety ⭐️ Finding God Faithful in Hard Seasons ⭐️ Courage to Wait on God
Jesus has more planned for us than we could imagine and He’s fully committed to perfecting that which concerns us. Fear holds us back, but His perfect love has the power to cast out all fear!

Life is too short and God has too much for us to do for any of us to live enslaved. Jesus promised His followers would experience filled to overflowing life, a life characterized by joy, peace, and spiritual and emotional vitality. And yet, we daily...