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The Book of 2 Kings: When Faith is Tested

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The Book of 2 Kings: When Faith is tested

EdgeGodIn.com | Host: Estella Chavous

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Learning Objectives

By the end of this podcast and Bible study, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the biblical context and major themes of 2 Kings, including leadership, spiritual decline, prophetic ministry, judgment, and God’s faithfulness.
  • Recognize how fear, cultural influence, and spiritual compromise can affect our ability to trust and follow God.
  • Identify behaviors, attitudes, and influences that may gradually move them away from their relationship with God.
  • Apply the EIC (Encounter–Identified Behavior–Course Correct) Framework to examine their faith, choices, and responses to difficult circumstances.
  • Develop greater spiritual discernment, courage, and trust in God when facing uncertainty, opposition, or circumstances they cannot control.

Five key areas of understanding:

  1. What We See Is Not Always the Whole Story
  2. Spiritual Compromise Happens Gradually
  3. God Remains Faithful Even When People Are Not

Scriptures:
2 Kings 6:16-17 | Deuteronomy 31:8 | Joshua 1:9 |2 Corinthians 5:7 | James 1:14–15 | 2 Timothy 2:13 | Psalm 34:7 | Proverbs 4:23 | Hebrews 11:1

Heavenly Father,

Thank You for reminding us that what we see is not always
the complete picture.
When fear surrounds us, open our eyes.
When uncertainty overwhelms us, strengthen our faith.
When we are tempted to compromise, give us discernment and
courage.
When we drift away from You, draw our hearts back.
Help us recognize that Your presence is greater than our
circumstances and Your faithfulness is greater than our fears.
Teach us to pause before reacting, to seek Your wisdom
before making decisions, and to trust You even when we cannot see what You are doing. Open our spiritual eyes so that we may see Your presence, Your protection, and Your purpose.
Help us walk by faith and not by sight.

In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Support Resources: Books & Resources:

Understanding and Acting on Behaviors that lead to Christ-Filled Relationships: Designed to uncover the key behaviors that influence how you relate to Christ-Awareness, Discernment, Emotion, and Renewal.

Situational Meditation Theory and Practice: Finding this space and learning to engage in meditation, contemplation and reflection.

Situational Meditation Journal: A companion to the book, cultivating a lifestyle of presence and full engagement in the moment.

Emotional Intelligence in Christ Project: Book, 6-Week Study Guide & Course

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How to Walk on Water When the Winds are Blowing

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Edge God In Podcast 334: How to Walk on Water When the Winds are Blowing

EdgeGodIn.com | Host: Lauren E Miller

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Learning Objective: Learn how to walk on water with faith when life gets stormy. Discover how trusting Jesus, stepping out of the boat, and keeping your eyes on Him can help you face fear and uncertainty.

Scriptures:

  • Matthew 14

Prayer: Dear Lord, teach me how to hear your voice calling me out of my boat. Deliver me from the fears that hold me inside my boat and prevent me from exploring the possible with you as my Lord and Savior.

Previous Podcast in this series by Lauren: 3 Life Changing Parables that will Reduce Stress and Transform Your Life

Support Resources: Award Winning Books:

Hearing His Whisper, with Every Storm Jesus Comes Too  https://amzn.to/3nNxdya

99 Things You Want to Know Before Stressing Out! 

Emotional Intelligence in Christ Project: Book, 6-Week Study Guide & Course Now Launched

Stress Relief Video Techniques: Click Here https://laurenemiller.com/stress-relief-coaching-expert/

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The Book of 1 Kings: Gods Presence is A Gentle Whisper

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The Book of 1 Kings: God Presence is A Gentle Whisper

EdgeGodIn.com | Host: Estella Chavous

Championing Human Potential in Christ

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Learning Objectives:

By the end of this podcast and Bible study, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the biblical context of Elijah’s encounter with God in 1 Kings 19.
  • Recognize that God often speaks through quiet moments rather than dramatic circumstances.
  • Identify distractions, fears, or emotions that may make it difficult to hear God’s voice.
  • Apply the EIC (Encounter–Identified Behavior–Course Correct) Framework to strengthen their relationship with God.
  • Develop a daily practice of stillness, prayer, and listening for God’s guidance.

Five key areas of understanding:

  1. God’s Presence Is Often Found in the Quiet
  2. God Cares for Your Whole Being
  3. God Still Has a Purpose for Your Life

Scriptures: 1 Kings 19:1–18 | Psalm 46:10 | Isaiah 30:21 | John 10:27 | Philippians 4:6–7 | Matthew 11:28–30 | John 14:27 | Jeremiah 29:11 | Isaiah 41:10

Prayer: Heavenly Father, Thank You for reminding us that Your presence is often found in the quiet moments of life. Help us to slow down, trust Your timing, and listen with open hearts. Give us discernment to recognize Your voice above the noise of the world, courage to follow where You lead, and peace to rest in Your unfailing love. May we leave today renewed, encouraged, and confident that You are always near, even when You speak in a gentle whisper. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Support Resources: Books & Resources:

Understanding and Acting on Behaviors that lead to Christ-Filled Relationships: Designed to uncover the key behaviors that influence how you relate to Christ-Awareness, Discernment, Emotion, and Renewal.

Situational Meditation Theory and Practice: Finding this space and learning to engage in meditation, contemplation and reflection.

Situational Meditation Journal: A companion to the book, cultivating a lifestyle of presence and full engagement in the moment.

Emotional Intelligence in Christ Project: Book, 6-Week Study Guide & Course

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3 Life Changing Parables that Will Reduce Stress and Transform Your Life

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Edge God In Podcast 332: 3 Life Changing Parables from Jesus

EdgeGodIn.com | Host: Lauren E Miller

Championing Human Potential in Christ

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Learning Objective: Learn why God never wastes our pain and how to navigate a trial with faith over fear.

Scriptures:

  • Matthew 25

Prayer: Dear Lord, I want to be filled with your joy and use the talents you have blessed me with to serve others. Make this possible for me today as I choose to put you first, gain clarity around the gifts you have given me and show me my give back project today. Prayer shared in the podcast: “It is out of love for thee, oh Lord, that I do surrender all that I think and believe I am, including life itself. To Thee O Lord, do I surrender my being.”

Previous Podcast in this series by Lauren: How to Triumph in Trials

Support Resources: Award Winning Books:

Hearing His Whisper, with Every Storm Jesus Comes Too  https://amzn.to/3nNxdya

99 Things You Want to Know Before Stressing Out! 

Emotional Intelligence in Christ Project: Book, 6-Week Study Guide & Course Now Launched

Stress Relief Video Techniques: Click Here https://laurenemiller.com/stress-relief-coaching-expert/

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The Book of 1 Samuel 2 : A Heart That Honors God

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Edge God In Podcast 331: The Book of 1 Samuel 2 : A Heart That Honors God Choosing Humility Over Pride

EdgeGodIn.com | Host: Estella Chavous

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Learning Objectives

By the end of this Bible study, participants will be able to:

  1. Examine Hannah’s prayer of praise to understand God’s character and His sovereignty over every circumstance.
  2. Compare the lives of Eli’s sons and young Samuel to identify the difference between outward religious activity and inward devotion.
  3. Recognize how pride, selfishness, and spiritual complacency can influence our relationships and decisions.
  4. Apply the Emotional Intelligence in Christ (EIC) Framework to evaluate personal attitudes, behaviors, and motives.
  5. Develop practical habits that cultivate humility, obedience, integrity, and faithful stewardship before God.
  6. Commit to honoring God in everyday choices by allowing Christ to shape both character and behavior.

Scriptures: 1 Samuel 2:30 | Luke 16:10 | James 4:10

The book helped them understand five key areas:

  1. God Honors Those Who Honor Him
  2. Character Is Built Long Before Leadership
  3. Humility Positions Us For God’s Purpose

Prayer:

Heavenly Father,
Thank You for inviting us into Your presence today.
As we study 1 Samuel 2, help us understand what it truly means to honor You with our hearts, our attitudes, and our actions.
Teach us to recognize pride before it grows, to embrace humility before You, and to choose obedience over convenience.
Reveal any behaviors within us that are not pleasing to You, and through the Holy Spirit, transform us into people whose lives reflect the character of Christ. May this study not simply increase our knowledge but deepen our relationship with You.
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.

Support Resources: Books & Resources:

Understanding and Acting on Behaviors that lead to Christ-Filled Relationships: Designed to uncover the key behaviors that influence how you relate to Christ-Awareness, Discernment, Emotion, and Renewal.

Situational Meditation Theory and Practice: Finding this space and learning to engage in meditation, contemplation and reflection.

Situational Meditation Journal: A companion to the book, cultivating a lifestyle of presence and full engagement in the moment.

Emotional Intelligence in Christ Project: Book, 6-Week Study Guide & Course

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How to Triumph in Trials

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Edge God In Podcast 330: How to Triumph on Trials

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Championing Human Potential in Christ

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Learning Objective: Learn why God never wastes our pain and how to navigate a trial with faith over fear.

Scriptures:

  • James 1:2-4
  • 1 Peter 2:19
  • Romans 8:18-23

Prayer: Dear Lord, help me to interrupt false beliefs and fear that often slither in when I’m facing an undesirable situation with faith and the power of your presence and word.

Previous Podcast in this series by Lauren: Hijacked by the Hustle

Support Resources: Award Winning Books:

Hearing His Whisper, with Every Storm Jesus Comes Too  https://amzn.to/3nNxdya

99 Things You Want to Know Before Stressing Out! 

Emotional Intelligence in Christ Project: Book, 6-Week Study Guide & Course Now Launched

Stress Relief Video Techniques: Click Here https://laurenemiller.com/stress-relief-coaching-expert/

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The Book of 1 Samuel: Beyond the Surface – Seeing Through God’s Eyes Instead of Man’s

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Edge God In Podcast 329: The Book of 1 Samuel:
Beyond the Surface – Seeing Through God’s Eyes Instead of Man’s

EdgeGodIn.com | Host: Estella Chavous

Championing Human Potential in Christ

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Learning Objectives

By the end of this study, participants will be able to:

  1. Examine the leadership of Samuel, Saul, and David to identify the qualities of a God-honoring leader.
  2. Analyze how 1 Samuel contrasts outward appearance with inward character.
  3. Evaluate the dangers of comparison, pride, and seeking human approval.
  4. Differentiate between Saul’s superficial obedience and David’s repentant heart.
  5. Apply the principles of 1 Samuel 16:7 to cultivate humility, integrity, and obedience.
  6. Reflect on your own heart using the EIC (Encounter–Identified Behavior–Course Correct) Framework.

Scriptures: 1 Samuel 16:7 | Proverbs 4:23 | 1 Samuel 15:22 | Jeremiah 29:11 | Samuel Chap. 1-7/ 8-15/16-31

The book helped them understand five key areas:

  1. God Values Character More Than Appearance
  2. Obedience Always Matters More Than Performance
  3. God’s Calling Is Based on His Purpose, Not Human Expectations

Prayer: 

Heavenly Father,

As we begin our study of 1 Samuel, open our hearts, minds, and spirits to receive what You desire to teach us. Help us move beyond outward appearances and develop hearts that seek Your wisdom above human understanding.

Teach us to value humility over pride, obedience over performance, and faithfulness over popularity. As Israel transitioned from divided tribes into one nation, unite our hearts in love, purpose, and devotion to You.

Lord, help us see ourselves and others as You see us—not through outward appearance, but through the condition of our hearts.

May Your Holy Spirit guide our discussion, deepen our understanding, and transform our lives through the truth of Your Word.

Thank You for Your grace, Your mercy, and the countless blessings You provide—both seen and unseen.

In Jesus’ name,

Amen.

Support Resources: Books & Resources:

Understanding and Acting on Behaviors that lead to Christ-Filled Relationships: Designed to uncover the key behaviors that influence how you relate to Christ-Awareness, Discernment, Emotion, and Renewal.

Situational Meditation Theory and Practice: Finding this space and learning to engage in meditation, contemplation and reflection.

Situational Meditation Journal: A companion to the book, cultivating a lifestyle of presence and full engagement in the moment.

Emotional Intelligence in Christ Project: Book, 6-Week Study Guide & Course

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Hijacked by the Hustle: Practice the Pause

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Edge God In Podcast 328: Hijacked by the Hustle: Practice the Pause

EdgeGodIn.com | Host: Lauren E Miller

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Learning Objective: Hijacked by the Hustle? Discover how cravings, the pursuit of power, and pride create stress and pull you off God’s path—and how anchoring your identity in Christ leads to lasting peace.

Scriptures: Genesis 3:2-7 | Luke 4:1-13 | 1 John 2;15-18

Prayer: Dear Lord, too often I am hijacked by the hustle as I hook into cravings fueled by pride that knock me off the path you have created for me to walk on. Help me to unhook and hook back into you.

Previous Podcast in this series by Lauren: What are you asking fire from?

Support Resources: Award Winning Books:

Hearing His Whisper, with Every Storm Jesus Comes Too  https://amzn.to/3nNxdya

99 Things You Want to Know Before Stressing Out! 

Emotional Intelligence in Christ Project: Book, 6-Week Study Guide & Course Now Launched

Stress Relief Video Techniques: Click Here https://laurenemiller.com/stress-relief-coaching-expert/

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Healing Takes Time: Trusting God’s Process

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Edge God In Podcast 327 Healing Takes Time: Trusting God’s Process
EdgeGodIn.com | Host: Estella Chavous

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Learning Objective:
By the end of this episode, participants will be able to recognize that healing is a God-guided process requiring time, identify emotional and spiritual behaviors that may hinder healing, and apply the Emotional Intelligence in Christ (EIC) framework—Encounter, Identify the Behavior, and Course Correct—to respond with faith, patience, and trust in God’s promises.

Scriptures: Philippians 1:6 | Deuteronomy 31:8 | Romans 12:2 | James 1:4 | Psalm 147:3
Ecclesiastes 3:1 | Psalm 147:3

The book helped them understand five key areas:

  1. Trusting and understanding the timing of healing
  2. Remembering God is on your side
  3. Developing Patience within Yourself

Prayer:
Heavenly Father,

Thank You for being our Healer, our Comforter, and our constant source of hope. When healing feels slow, help us to trust Your perfect timing. Renew our minds, strengthen our bodies, restore our hearts, and deepen our faith. Help us by giving us patience to embrace the process and confidence to know that You are always working for our good. Let the message in the teaching help all those who need healing, by reminding us all that in each day we never walk alone because You are with us every step of the journey.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Support Resources: Books & Resources:

Understanding and Acting on Behaviors that lead to Christ-Filled Relationships: Designed to uncover the key behaviors that influence how you relate to Christ-Awareness, Discernment, Emotion, and Renewal.

Situational Meditation Theory and Practice: Finding this space and learning to engage in meditation, contemplation and reflection.

Situational Meditation Journal: A companion to the book, cultivating a lifestyle of presence and full engagement in the moment.

Emotional Intelligence in Christ Project: Book, 6-Week Study Guide & Course

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The Book of Ruth: A Story of Restoration

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Edge God In Podcast 326 : The Book of Ruth: A Story of Restoration

EdgeGodIn.com | Host: Estella Chavous

Championing Human Potential in Christ

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Learning Objective: By the end of this lesson, you will explore how the Book of Ruth reveals God’s providence, restoration, and faithfulness in everyday life—even when circumstances feel uncertain or delayed.

Scriptures: Ruth 4:14-15 | Romans 8:28 | Proverbs 3:5-6 | Galatians 6:9 | Luke 16:10 |Joel 2:25 | Psalm 71:20

Key Learning areas:
The book helped them understand five key areas:

  1. God Works Behind the Scenes
  2. Faithfulness Creates Pathways
  3. God Restores What Seems Lost
  4. Obedience in Small Steps Leads to Divine Alignment
  5. Your Story Can Become a Legacy of Hope

Prayer
Heavenly Father,

Thank You for another day to praise and honor You. Even when our attention drifts and our focus becomes distracted, You remain faithful and never forget us.

As we begin our study of the Book of Ruth, open our hearts to recognize Your restoring power at work in our lives. Help us see that even during seasons of loss, disappointment, uncertainty, and waiting, you are still working behind the scenes for our good.

Give us discernment when bitterness, discouragement, fear, or hopelessness try to take root in our hearts. Teach us to replace those thoughts with trust in Your promises and confidence in Your faithfulness.

Strengthen us to choose obedience over compromise, faith over fear, and hope over despair. Help us trust that You are the God who restores what has been lost and renews what has been broken.

In Jesus’ name,

Amen.