We all have a God-given need to belong. To experience connection and acceptance. To know that we are fully known–at our worst and best–and fully loved. And while this is true for each of us, past wounds and present inner lies can make it hard to fully believe and grasp Christ's unconditional, perfect, all-encompassing and never-ending love. In this episode, Stephanie Rousselle, host of the Gospel Spice podcast, shares how childhood experiences created a fear of not belonging and a distrust toward God. Combined, this made her feel alone and as if she needed to be her own savior. But God patiently, lovingly and gently pursued her and began a deep healing work. 

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Discussion/Reflective Questions:

1. What resonated with you most in this episode?
2. How often or consistently do you feel as if you belong?
3. When do you most struggle to feel like you belong?
4. How has or might wounds you experienced in the past impact your ability for fully receive God's love and the resultant sense of belonging?
5. How has or does a fear of not belonging impact how you relate to others?
6. In this episode, Stephanie talked about how she asks God to help her trust Him and grow in faith. How often do you or have you done this?
7. How might seeking God's help in growing our faith or trust increase your healing?
8. What is one action step God might be asking you to take having listened to this episode?

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