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The book of Ezra: Return – Rebuild – Renew

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Edge God In Podcast 340:
The Book of Ezra: Return, Rebuild, and Renew
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:

  • Explain how the book of Ezra illustrates the themes of return, rebuilding, and spiritual renewal.
  • Recognize the connection between encountering God, identifying personal behaviors or patterns, and making intentional course corrections.
  • Apply Ezra 7:10 by considering how studying God’s Word, practicing it, and living it out can influence everyday choices and spiritual growth.

Three key areas of understanding:

  1. Understanding the Story — Return
    Understand the historical and spiritual context of Ezra and the significance of God’s people returning from exile and beginning again.
  2. Understanding Ourselves — Rebuild
    Recognize how seasons of disruption, reflection, and rebuilding can reveal behaviors, attitudes, and areas of our lives that need attention.
  3. Understanding Transformation — Renew
    Explore how an encounter with God can lead to intentional action, course correction, and renewed living.

Scriptures:
Ezra 7:10 | Ezra 1:5 | Ezra 3:10–11 | Ezra 10:1–4 | Joel 2:12–13 | Zechariah 4:10 | Romans 12:2

Prayer:
Heavenly Father,
As we begin this study of Ezra, quiet our hearts and help us be fully present with You.
Open our minds to understand Your Word and our hearts to receive what You want to show us. Help us recognize the areas of our lives where You are inviting us to return, rebuild, and renew. Give us the courage to look honestly at our choices, our behaviors, and the places where we may have drifted from You.
Like Ezra, help us not only to learn Your Word, but to practice it and allow it to shape the way we live. As we study, speak to each of us personally. Show us what we need to notice, what we may need to change, and what step of faith You may be asking us to take.
May this time together draw us closer to You and remind us that restoration is possible when we are willing to return to Your presence.
Guide us in our encounter with You.
Give us wisdom to identify what needs our attention.
And give us courage to course correct.

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 Be Transformed

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Edge God In Podcast 339: How to Be Transformed

EdgeGodIn.com | Host: Lauren E Miller

Championing Human Potential in Christ

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Learning Objective: Recognize what is holding you back from the true transformation that God desires for you. Explore what fear, wound or place of control may be blocking you from connecting to how God desires to transform your life at this time.

Scriptures:

  • Genesis: 18, 21, 22 and 24
  • Romans 12:1-2
  • Romans 10:17

Prayer: Dear Lord, how do you want to transform my life at this time and reveal to me what habit, thought, belief or past pain is holding me back from entering into the transformation you want for me.

Previous Podcast in this series by Lauren: When Gossip Becomes Counterfeit Connection

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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2 Chronicles: Returning to the Center

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Edge God In Podcast 338:
The Book of 2 Chronicles: Returning to the Center
EdgeGodIn.com | Host: Estella Chavous
Championing Human Potential in Christ

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

  • Understand that we are to be strong and courageous for God is with you.
  • Understanding the story of God’s people
  • Understanding how 2 Chronicles fits into the EIC Method

Three key areas of understanding:

  1. Seeking God Requires Intention
  2. Spiritual Renewal Begins With Course Correction
  3. God can meet us in Moments of Uncertainty

Scriptures:
2 Chronicles 7:14 | 2 Chronicles 15:2 | 2 Chronicles 16:9 | 2 Chronicles 20:12 | 2 Chronicles 20:15 | 2 Chronicles 31:21 | 2 Chronicles 30:6 | 2 Chronicles 34:27 |

Prayer

Heavenly Father,
Thank You for Your Word and for the reminder that our lives can easily become distracted by what is happening around us.
As we begin our study of 2 Chronicles, help us understand what it means to keep You at the center of our lives.
Teach us to recognize when our hearts have become distracted.
Show us the places where our priorities have shifted.
Help us understand that spiritual renewal often begins with a decision to return to You.
Give us wisdom to recognize the difference between activity and true worship.
Give us humility to receive correction.
Give us courage to make changes when You reveal something that needs to change.
Help us seek You—not simply when we need something, but because You are worthy of being sought.
Teach us to respond to Your presence with humility, obedience, prayer, and worship.
When life becomes complicated,  when we become discouraged and when we make mistakes , remind us that repentance opens the door to restoration.
May our lives continually point back to 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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When Gossip Becomes Counterfeit Connection

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Edge God In Podcast 337: When Gossip Becomes Counterfeit Connection

EdgeGodIn.com | Host: Lauren E Miller

Championing Human Potential in Christ

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Learning Objective: Recognize how gossip can become a counterfeit source of self-esteem and connection, identify its impact on relationships, and choose direct, respectful, and biblically grounded communication that protects dignity and promotes reconciliation.

Scriptures:

  • Matthew 18: 15-20
  • Romans 13:8-10

Prayer: Dear Lord delivery me from the tendency to share another person’s story many times because of my own insecurities. Help me to rejoice in the success of others over my own and ground my sense of worth and value in you, an unshakable anchor of identity.

Aquinas’s discussion includes sorrow over another’s good, pleasure in another’s misfortune, and attempts to damage someone’s reputation.

  1. Tale-bearing
    Carrying stories between people in ways that create conflict, division, or mistrust. Tale-bearing does not simply damage a reputation; it can damage a relationship.
  2. Detraction
    Sharing another person’s faults or failures—even when the information is true—when there is no legitimate need for others to know it. Before speaking, ask:
    Is it true—and does this truth need to be shared with this person?
  3. Delight in another person’s misfortune
    Feeling secretly pleased when someone fails, loses influence, or experiences difficulty because it makes us feel better about ourselves.
  4. Sorrow over another person’s good fortune
    Feeling diminished, resentful, or threatened when someone else succeeds, receives recognition, or experiences something good.

Previous Podcast in this series by Lauren: Do Less, Surrender More

Support Resources: Award Winning Books:

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

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

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The Book of 2 Kings: When Faith is Tested

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Edge God In Podcast 334:

The Book of 2 Kings: When Faith is tested

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 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

Championing Human Potential in Christ

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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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How to Triumph in Trials

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Edge God In Podcast 330: How to Triumph on Trials

EdgeGodIn.com | Host: Lauren E Miller

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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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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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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.