So Good Sisterhood

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: What was your biggest takeaway from this episode? What do you do to make the most of your time in the car? What is one of your non-negotiables for your physical health, spiritual life, or mental health?What goals are you aiming for this year? Are they small and attainable or unrealistic?What book are you reading right now? Resources: Luke Study by Lisa HarperMark of The Lion Books by Francine Rivers Switch on Your Brain by Caroline LeafUnderstanding Spiritual Gifts by Sam StormGarden City by John Mark ComerAtomic Habits by James Clear Shownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

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: What is something new you learned about the passage in 1 Timothy? 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? What are some ways we can master the art of listening? Why is grit more important than talent? 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 LeadYou’re Not Listening BookGrit Book Shownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

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: What was one thing Donna said that resonated with you? What did you learn about being entrusted versus being entitled?Which woman from Scripture inspires you the most and why?What is one way Jesus empowered women? Just for fun, what is one thing you look forward to most about summer?Resources: Donna’s Book: Entrusted to LeadShownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

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: What did you learn about the difference between Church hurt and Spiritual abuse?Pastor Julie shared the three stages of community. Why do you think it’s important to embrace the tension stage? How have you had to honor the stages of forgiveness in your life?What is one “do” and one “don’t” that stood out to you?In what way can you be a reconstructor for others and for the Church?Resources: Message: It's Okay to Doubt JesusPractical Resources for Processing DoubtThe Peacemaker by Ken SandeChurch Hurt by Jerome Gay Jr. Love Like You’ve Never Been Hurt by Jentezen FranklinHow to See Beauty in the Church After You’ve Been Hurt How to Find a Christian CounselorTikTok Theology SeriesGood and Beautiful and Kind by Rich VillodasShownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

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: In what way could you relate to Holly’s season of pressure? How do you stay prayerful during pressure-filled seasons? What helps you practice gratitude in your life? Why is it important to stay alert when we are in a season of high pressure?What’s on your summer reading list? Resources: Holly’s BooksHolly’s Fun Summer Read: The Echo of Old BooksShownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

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: What did you learn from today’s episode? When Jesus washed the disciples' feet, it was an act of humility and servanthood. How does that inspire you to live your life today?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?Jesus revealed Himself as Messiah during the Seder, which initiated the first communion. How does this add to your understanding of communion?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?Resources: Shownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

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: What stood out the most to you about this episode? What’s something you learned about Jewish traditions? Sheri mentioned how God redeemed a lonely season for her. How has God been there for you in a lonely season?What did you take away from Sheri’s advice for sharing Jesus with Jews? How does this episode change the way you look at the Passover? Resources: Shownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

How do you hear God’s voice in your everyday life? In this episode, you will hear how ordinary places can become sacred spaces.So Good Moments: 3 main ways that God speaks to us. Why the wilderness is so significant in the Bible. How “turning aside” can turn ordinary moments into extraordinary ones. How to have a burning bush moment. Pastor Julie’s encounters with God…and more!Discussion Questions: What was your favorite part of this episode? How have you experienced God speaking?What has been your wilderness season, and how did God use it? What’s one way you can turn aside to get closer to God? What are some ordinary places that became sacred spaces in your life?Resources: Shownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

How do you make your kids feel known, seen, and loved? In this episode, Pastors Todd and Julie and Pastors James and Lisa are back for part 2 of the conversation about parenting. You will hear how to keep the door open in your relationships and create a safe place for your children.So Good Moments: How to be guardians of truth to our kids. How to get ahead of the dangers of technology and be smart pioneers of parenting in the digital age. The importance of limiting technology for as long as you can. 5 steps to talk to your kids about hard things.How to make kids feel known, seen, and loved.How Jesus created a safe place for sinners…and more!Discussion Questions: What stood out to you about this episode? How can you go on the offense in the battle you’re in? If you’re a parent, what are some good resources you’ve used for your kids? If you’re not a parent, what has helped you stay spiritually on guard? How do you create intentional space for the kids in your life?What makes something a safe place for you? Resources: Doing Life with Your Adult ChildUsing Social Media to Honor GodDeclarations to Speak Over Your ChildWays to Level Up Your Relationship With Your ChildHow My Parents Got There FirstAXIS Parenting ResourceShownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

How do you turn failures into wins as a parent? In this episode, you will learn how walking in humility will benefit all your relationships.So Good Moments: How to model humility, grace, and confidence to your children. Why your child is not your report card.How to be extremely humble and extremely confident at once. Ways to build your confidence and become equipped as parents. How you can help your children have their own revelation of Jesus. How to make leading family devotions less intimidating…and more! Discussion Questions: What was your favorite part of this episode? If you’re not a parent, how can you step in for the next generation? What can you do when you make mistakes with your kids? How can you practice humility with your kids? What’s one funny parenting fail you recall from your parents or yourself?Resources: Declarations to Speak Over Your ChildWays to Level Up Your Relationship With Your ChildHow My Parents Got There FirstAxis Parent's GuideShownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.