Resting in God's Character with Ruth Chou Simons

Today we’re chatting with Ruth Chou Simons about how the character of God meets us in our weariness and brings us true and lasting rest. If you don’t know her, Ruth Chou Simons is a Wall Street Journal bestselling and award-winning author of several books, including GraceLaced; Beholding and Becoming; and When Strivings Cease. Today we’ll be discussing her brand new book, Pilgrim: 25 Ways God’s Character Leads Us Onward. As you’ll hear, Ruth is an artist, entrepreneur, and speaker, using each of these platforms to spiritually sow the word of God into people’s hearts.

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DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

1. How does resting in the character of God infuse courage in you as you face difficulties and hardships?
2. What are some Scriptures that you cling to to remind yourself of God's character when you feel alone, abandoned, or weary? Consider memorizing one of those passages this week.
3. How does God's mercy, grace, and love enable you to move forward, especially when you feel like you've failed?
4. How does the hope of heaven and the truth of the gospel help you to persevere through difficulty?
5. What might you do or implement in light of what you learned in this week’s episode?

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