So Good Sisterhood

How do you trust God with the plot twists in your story? In this episode, Pastor Todd shares how he followed God’s lead even though it meant surrendering everything he already had planned. So Good Moments: Pastor Todd’s journey from med school to ministry. Three keys to hearing God’s whispers. How to tune into God’s plan and let go of our own. Why God’s preferred tone of voice is a whisper. How parents can echo the voice of God to their children.The place where God speaks the loudest…and more!Resources: Listen SeriesShare Your Story With Us!Learn more about Sisterhood | https://christfellowship.church/groups/sisterhood Ask a QuestionDiscussion Questions: Can you relate to Pastor Todd’s story about God changing his plans?Are you someone who goes with the flow or likes to have things planned out? Have you had a hard time surrendering your plans to God?What stood out to you about how Pastors Todd and Julie described the keys to hearing God’s voice? What do you need clarity for right now? Who can you invite to pray with you about that? Has there been anyone who helped echo the words of God over your life? Or how have you been that person for someone else?

How does God use each chapter of your life to prepare you for the next? In this episode, Pastor Julie, Pastor Kate Czechowicz, and Melissa Miller discuss how God uses even the hard parts of your story as preparation for your next assignment. So Good Moments: How Kate and Melissa healed from their broken childhoods and allowed God to write a different story for their future.How to depend on the Holy Spirit during tense conversations. The importance of speaking life and hope over others and our circumstances.How God used a trial in Kate’s health to teach her about wholeness.Why Melissa feels equipped by God to speak to her adopted kids about their hard past. The secret ingredient God uses to prepare us for the amazing things He has planned…and more!Resources: Banana Bread RecipeShare Your Story With Us!Learn more about Sisterhood | https://christfellowship.church/groups/sisterhood Ask a QuestionDiscussion Questions: How could you relate to Kate or Melissa’s story of brokenness redeemed? Kate talked about inviting the Holy Spirit into tough conversations; why do you think this is important?Melissa talked about the importance of not labeling our differences or disagreements as permanent—why is it important to speak the language of hope in our relationships? In what way has God used your past to prepare you for your present? What do you think God is using in your life right now to prepare you for what He has for you next? Banana bread question just for fun: Plain, chocolate chips, or walnuts? 

Do you ever feel like you’re disqualified to be used by God? In this episode, authors and speakers Greg and Julie Gorman share how God transformed their marriage and taught them principles that bring unity to any relationship. So Good Moments: How Greg and Julie went from fighting every day to learning to build on common ground. Practical ways to unite—rather than fight—in any relationship. The importance of speaking life over your spouse.How God can use your messy past as an opportunity to bring Him glory. Encouragement for anyone who struggles to see themselves through God’s eyes. The moment when Greg decided to believe what God said about him…and more!Resources:Married for a PurposeLearn more about Sisterhood | https://christfellowship.church/groups/sisterhood Ask a QuestionDiscussion Questions:Can you relate to Greg and Julie’s story of finding a way to unite through their differences? How does it make you feel when your spouse—or someone else—speaks life over you and believes the best about you?Julie Gorman talked about how God used her history of divorce as an opportunity to bring Him glory. Have you ever had God use something you thought was a disqualifier? Have you ever had a season, like Greg, where you struggled to believe your identity and see yourself through God’s eyes? What helped you through that? Greg mentioned his life verse. Do you have one, and if so, what is it? 

What are the warning signs when it comes to your emotional health? In this episode, Pastor Julie is joined by Pastors Karissa Robinson and Natalie Ferguson to discuss how to prioritize your emotional health and let God be the author of your healing. So Good Moments: Natalie’s journey with depression and anxiety—and why she wouldn’t trade it for an instant healing. How God uses community to walk us toward healing. What being “triggered” really means. Practical ways to get proactive when you realize something is off. How miracles come in both moments and in mile markers.How Natalie moved from blaming others to taking ownership of her healing.  Resources: Christian CounselorsDebra’s Website This is Our God SongShare Your Story With Us!Learn more about Sisterhood | https://christfellowship.church/groups/sisterhood Ask a QuestionDiscussion Question: What stood out to you about Natalie's story? What are the signs you notice when something is off in your emotional health? What steps do you take to be proactive.Share a time when you wanted a miracle moment, but God took you on a miracle journey instead. Can you relate to Natalie and how she shifted from blaming others to taking ownership of her healing? 

How do you identify the signs of depression? The warning flags might look different than you think. In this episode, licensed professional counselor, speaker, and author Deb Fileta shares how to heal—and help others heal—from depression and anxiety.So Good Moments: The truth about counseling and medication when it comes to depression.How to get our minds and bodies on a pathway toward healing.How to assess the severity of depression. Pastor Julie’s journey identifying the warning signs of anxiety.The importance of community in our journey of healing. What’s helpful (and not helpful) when walking alongside someone who is struggling. Resources: Are You Really Okay? BookDebra’s Website Share Your Story With Us!Learn more about Sisterhood | https://christfellowship.church/groups/sisterhood Ask a QuestionDiscussion Questions: Have you ever struggled with depression or anxiety—or have you known someone who struggled? What was the level of severity (as Deb described)? What stood out to you about getting your mind and body on a pathway of healing? Why is community so important to someone who might be struggling? How has community helped you during hard times?Deb shared a list of what is helpful and not helpful for someone struggling with depression. Is there anything you would add to the list?

Are the stories you’re telling yourself affecting your mental health? In this episode, licensed professional counselor, speaker, and author Deb Fileta shares how to turn the page on anxiety and depression and live the healthiest story for our lives.So Good Moments: Deb’s story of learning to recognize patterns of anxiety and depression in her life. Ways to calm your body down when you’re feeling anxious.What you may need before you reach for the Bible verse. How we can take responsibility and become the victor rather than the victim. What triggers can reveal to you about your role in healing. A statement of truth to remember when your trauma feels overwhelming. Resources: Debra’s Website Share Your Story With Us!Learn more about Sisterhood | https://christfellowship.church/groups/sisterhood Ask a QuestionDiscussion Questions: What stood out to you the most about Deb's story? How can you relate?What are some of the myths Deb exposed about what it means to be a Christian and struggle with mental health?What do you do when something triggers you? And what did you learn from Deb that might be a better approach?Deb talked about how our trauma might be powerful, but we are more powerful. Do you struggle to believe that or is it easy for you to feel empowered by God to walk toward healing?

Is God forming your identity and purpose—or the world? In this episode, Pastors Karissa Robinson, Jenni O’Neal, and Amanda Gonzalez discuss how you can make the daily decision to surrender to who God says you are and what He’s called you to do. So Good Moments: The power of speaking life over every woman in every season.Breaking free from mom guilt and the temptation to form your identity around motherhood. Why your value is not defined by what you can do for God or His Kingdom.The only standard we should compare ourselves to. How to receive the right foundation for marriage before it even begins.A testimony from one of our So Good listeners…and more! Resources: Share Your Story With Us!Learn more about Sisterhood | https://christfellowship.church/groups/sisterhood Ask a QuestionQuestions for Discussion: Have you ever struggled to find your identity or purpose in the wrong thing? What helps you remember your true identity? What did you think about what Pastor Jenny said about making a daily decision to surrender to who God says you are and what He's called you to do? What are some of the world's messages about our identity vs. what God's Word says?

How do you flip the script on fear and insecurity? In this episode, Pastor Oneka McClellan shares about creating a value revolution, using your words to speak life, and learning to find your value and worth in God—not in a guy. So Good Moments: How Oneka’s (single) mom instilled courage in her at a young age.How the biblical story of Mary and Elizabeth shows us the power of encouragement.Practical ways we can change the tide on social media from competing to cheering each other on. Simple practices to cultivate honor and encouragement inside the home. Advice for anyone struggling with anger who wants to stop the cycle. Oneka’s story of dating the wrong guys and finding the right one. Resources: Better Together TVShoreline City ChurchShare Your Story With Us!Learn more about Sisterhood | https://christfellowship.church/groups/sisterhood Ask a QuestionQuestions for Discussion:Who has been one of the biggest encouragers in your life, and why?Pastor Oneka shared practical ways to cheer others on; what are some other ways to champion those around you?Pastor Oneka shared ways she and her husband cultivate honor in their home. What does honor look like to you?How has insecurity or fear reared its head in your life? What has helped you overcome it the most? 

What do you do with your story that is still in the making? In this episode, Pastor Julie and a Sisterhood Panel discuss the power of confession, sharing our stories, and how God uses community to help us rewrite our shame and pain.So Good Moments: The power of community and confession.A practical step-by-step guide to sharing your testimony. How we all have the privilege of helping others rewrite their stories. Why the stories in Scriptures are our Spiritual inheritance. How some testimonies are not what God does for us but what God does in us.A prayer for you from Pastor Julie.Resources:Share Your Story With Us!How to Share Your Story WorksheetLearn more about Sisterhood | https://christfellowship.church/groups/sisterhood Ask a QuestionQuestions for Discussion:In what ways do we help others rewrite their stories? What Bible story is your favorite and why?Why do you think confession and vulnerability are so powerful? Do you struggle to share your testimony with others? Why or why not? 

What’s holding you back from telling your story? In this episode, Pastor Irene Rollins shares her journey of overcoming alcohol addiction and finding the courage to share her story. Irene equips you with confidence that your vulnerability could be the key to another person’s victory. So Good Moments: How Irene gained the confidence to begin to share her story of victory over addiction. Why our God stories hold the power to prophesy over someone else’s future.How a story holds just as much power over a cup of coffee as it does on a platform.The power of being entrusted with a particular type of suffering.How Irene brought her children along in the journey of vulnerability, healing, and ministry. A testimony from a woman who learned to see life from a different lens and trust God with her rare genetic eye condition. Resources:Irene's Book: Reframe Your ShameShare Your Story With Us!How to Share Your Story WorksheetLearn more about Sisterhood | https://christfellowship.church/groups/sisterhood Ask a QuestionQuestions for Discussion: What part of Irene's story stands out to you?Do you feel confident to share your story? Why or why not? How do you know when you're ready to share a vulnerable part of your story? Irene talked about how she brought her kids along in her journey of healing. Who are you brining along in your journey?