S4 E18 I'll Never Get the Chance with Dr. Gary Lawrence

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Shownotes

When our loved ones die, there’s a desolation that comes over us. A feeling of knowing that the door of death has closed all opportunities for second chances. How do we reconcile with the moments of missing out? 

Our Guest

Dr. Gary Lawrence is the founder and director of New Life Dynamics Christian Counseling Ministries, and author of his bestselling book, Rejection Junkies. After 20 years as the host of his own radio show, Life Mastery Counseling with Dr. G, Dr. G has personally met with and coached more than 6,000 clients and has inspired thousands more on radio, television, and stage. Dr. G specializes in breaking down the damaging effects of rejection and the way in which this trauma manifests throughout all phases of life. In Rejection Junkies, Dr. G helps readers to recognize the circumstances that hold them hostage, keeping them stuck, and making them bitter.

Scripture

• ​Isaiah 53:3
• ​Hebrews 12:15

Links

• ​Rejection Junkies Unplugged (Dr. Gary Lawrence’s website)
• ​Rejection Junkies book

Journaling questions

1. ​ Reflect on this week’s scripture of Hebrews 12:15. How can you work to reduce bitterness that springs up?

1. ​ Bitterness comes in many forms but the hardest comes when we must look within. If you are feeling bitterness toward someone or a situation what steps are you taking to remove your bitterness?

1. ​ Who are positives examples in your life that promote love and forgiveness? How can this person(people) help you model virtue?

1. ​ What is your mourning glory?

We’d love to hear your mourning glory. Email us to share your mourning glory stories.  Be sure to let us know if you’re willing to allow us to share them with our community, as we can all use simple reminders that we are not alone on our grief journeys. God bless, everyone.