Beyond the Book- Session 1 Recap

Hey ladies!! We were so excited to have everyone join us! Chapters 1-3 were GOOD, weren't they?!

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Here are some things that we learned:

*Your character must resemble God's pattern, and when you operate out of toxic emotions, you're not true to pattern.

*Having toxic emotions causes us to lack the ability to be transparent- and trusting no one is not healthy, girl.

*Shame degrades you as a person. Remember, you are valuable!

*Shame can rob you of hope and is a trick of the enemy. Don't fall for it!

*The only way that shame is healed is when it's brought to the light. Healing and restored wholeness and integrity will put you in touch with reality.

*Shame will make you try to cover yourself up! (Genesis 3:7)

Makes sense, right?!

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Things to ponder:

*Shame won't allow you to fully connect and become intimate with others or God.

*Excess shame causes one to be paralyzed (powerless, ineffective).

*Most emotions tell you how to react or relate to circumstances or others. But shame tells you something about yourself.

Remember, our next meeting will be on July 25, 7pm, at the Panera Bread on 105th & Cicero. We'll be discussing chapters 4-6. Can't wait to see you all there!