fear /ˈfir/ noun 1. The feeling one has when danger, pain, or trouble is near 2. The feeling of being worried or excited; or of wanting to run and hide 3. The feeling of being uneasy Where does it come from? What feeds it? How…

en·dur·ance /inˈd(y)o͝orəns,enˈd(y)o͝orəns/ noun 1. the ability to hold up or last especially under strain or suffering What does endurance look like in our day to day lives? Why do we have to endure? How do we survive it? Have you ever heard the saying, “There’s…

bit·ter·ness /ˈbidərnəs/ noun 1. a strong and an often unpleasant taste 2. a strong feeling of hatred or hostility 3. a feeling of sorrow, pain, or discomfort How does one’s heart become bitter? What does a bitter heart look like? How can we overcome bitterness?…

be·tray·al /bəˈtrāəl,bēˈtrāəl/ noun 1. to lead astray 2. to deliver to an enemy by treachery 3. to fail or desert especially in time of need 4. to reveal unintentionally 5. to disclose in violation of confidence Is it intentional or accidental? What causes someone to…

jeal·ous·y /ˈjeləsē/ noun 1. feeling or showing envy of someone or their achievements and advantages. 2. feeling or showing suspicion of someone’s unfaithfulness in a relationship. 3. fiercely protective or vigilant of one’s rights or possessions. 4. (God’s jealousy) demanding faithfulness and exclusive worship Where…

• Where does it come from? • How does it express itself? • How does it affect us? • How do we deal with it? rage /rāj/ noun 1. great or violent anger: raving fury: great force or violence. I think it’s fair to say…