Enough is Enough
Feeling stuck in what’s going wrong instead of seeing God’s provision? In this episode of Ready, Set, Let’s Go, we dive into Exodus 15:27 and the lesson of Elim—a place of rest and provision in the wilderness. Elim wasn’t just an oasis; it was a reminder that God provides exactly what we need at the right time. Join us as we explore how shifting our mindset from scarcity to trust helps us recognize His provision, even in difficult seasons.
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- Feeling stuck in what’s going wrong instead of seeing God’s provision? In this episode of Ready, Set, Let’s Go, we dive into Exodus 15:27 and the lesson of Elim—a place of rest and provision in the wilderness. Elim wasn’t just an oasis; it was a reminder that God provides exactly what we need at the right time. Join us as we explore how shifting our mindset from scarcity to trust helps us recognize His provision, even in difficult seasons.
- Why do you think God led the Israelites to Elim, a place of rest, after the bitter waters of Marah? What does this teach us about His character?
- Pastor shared about four different psychological connections that we might have with this story, or the events surrounding this story. You do not need to cover all of them but is there any one of them that stands out to you?
- Negativity Bias: Why do you think it’s easier to focus on what’s going wrong rather than what’s going right? How can we shift our focus to gratitude in difficult situations?
- Familiarity Bias: The Israelites often longed for Egypt, even though it represented slavery. Why do we sometimes cling to familiar patterns, even when they’re unhealthy? How can we trust God to lead us into new and better things?
- Cognitive Dissonance: Have you ever faced a situation where your expectations of God didn’t match your reality? How did you resolve that tension in your faith?
- Scarcity Mentality: Do you ever find yourself focusing on what you lack rather than what God has already provided? How can we learn to trust God’s provision instead of our fears?
- Where in your life do you need an “Elim moment” of rest and refreshment? How can you create space to meet with God in those moments?
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