Suffering and the Formation of Hope with Dr. Curt Thompson
Most of us would rather avoid suffering entirely. Yet, we're also aware of the butterfly analogy which tells us that beauty often comes through intense struggle. How can turning towards, rather than from, our pain result in beauty, and how can we find Christ in our pain. Join Jennifer Slattery as she talks with Dr. Curt Thompson on suffering, the formation of hope, and experiencing Jesus through our connection with others. (Scroll down for discussion/reflective questions.)
Resource referenced: The Deepest Place: Suffering and the Formation of Hope
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Discussion/Reflective Questions:
- What resonated with you most in this episode?
- How would you define shame?
- In what ways might your parents difficulty in attending to their own story have created within you a sense of shame?
- When have you felt valued and loved?
- How might past experiences with shame have impacted how you interpret Scripture?
- What might it mean not to allow shame to dictate the conversation?
- What is one action step God might be asking you to take having listened to this episode?
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