Scripture: “But when the disciples heard it, they fell on their faces and were terrified. But Jesus came and touched them, saying, ‘Rise, and have no fear.’” — Matthew 17:6–7 Additional reading: John 6:68 • Hebrews 13:8 • Psalm 73:2–3 • Matthew 11:2–3 • John 20:25 • Jude 1:22 • Proverbs 11:12 Intro: Have you ever reached a moment where your entire belief system felt unstable? You still want  to believe — but prayer feels unanswered, suffering feels pointless, and God

Scripture: “But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” -Romans 5:8 Additional Reading: Jeremiah 17:9, Exodus 4:10–12, 1 Samuel 16:7, Psalm 51:17, John 3:16, Ephesians 2:8–9, Hebrews 4:16, Hosea 2:19 Intro: There are moments when the quiet thought slips in and settles deep: I’m not good enough. Not good enough for the calling. Not good enough for the relationship. Not good enough for God. It doesn’t arrive loudly. It