So Good Sisterhood

Are you really okay? In this episode, therapist Deb Fileta shares the warning signs of anxiety and depression and how to step into healing.So Good Moments: Ways to calm your body down when you're feeling anxious.What you may need before you reach for the Bible verse. A statement of truth to remember when your trauma feels overwhelming. The truth about counseling and medication when it comes to depression.How to get our minds and bodies on a pathway toward healing.How to assess the severity of depression. What's helpful (and not helpful) when walking alongside someone who is struggling.Discussion Questions: What stood out to you the most about Deb's story? How can you relate?What are some of the myths Deb exposed about what it means to be a Christian and struggle with mental health?What do you do when something triggers you? And what did you learn from Deb that might be a better approach?Have you ever struggled with depression or anxiety—or have you known someone who struggled? What was the level of severity (as Deb described)? Deb shared a list of what is helpful and not helpful for someone struggling with depression. Is there anything you would add to the list?Resources: Sisterhood NightAre You Really Okay? BookDebra's Website Learn more about Sisterhood | https://christfellowship.church/groups/sisterhood Ask a Question

Are you stuck looking back and dwelling on the past? In this episode, Christine Caine shares about her book “Don't Look Back.” So Good Moments: How a tiny verse about Lot's wife speaks to our cultural moment.Why staying stuck impacts generations (but so does living on purpose). The importance of running alongside those who are running toward Jesus.  The difference between people you are on mission with and those you are on mission for. The value of passing the baton of faith to the next generation…and more!Discussion Questions:What was your favorite part of this episode?What areas in your life do you find yourself looking back on or getting stuck? Who is one person you are on mission with, and who is one person you are on mission for?How does offense make us stuck? What's on your summer reading list? Resources: Don't Look Back by Christine CaineA21Shownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

What is God's design for women? In this episode, Charlotte Gambill shares why God made woman from a rib and how it impacts our calling today.So Good Moments: How Charlotte came up with the idea of Ribology on the Sisterhood podcast!The 3 functions of a rib that are the 3 functions of women in the Body of Christ today.Why women are called to protect the most vulnerable. Why we need each other to fulfill our purpose.Encouragement when you feel invisible…and more! Discussion Questions: What stood out to you about this episode?Charlotte said the rib has 3 functions: 1) To protect the heart 2) to help the body breathe 3) to provide a place for attachment and belonging. Which one do you resonate with the most? Floating ribs can do more damage if they puncture an organ. How does it impact the Body of Christ when women aren't attached? In what ways do you feel invisible or feel like you're taking the impact? Do you often struggle to know when to expand or contract (when to speak up or when to hold back)? Resources: Join a Ribology GroupSisterhood NightRibologyShownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

What lessons in your life are clearer in the rearview mirror? In this episode, Pastor Julie shares about marriage, ministry, and motherhood. So Good Moments: The miracle journey God took Pastor Julie on with her son.What to ask God instead of “why” when you're in a tough season. How Pastor Julie developed a heart to build God's Church. The text Pastor Julie stopped Emma Mullings from sending.The difference between your calling and your assignment…and more!Discussion Questions: What was your favorite part of this conversation? What lessons are clearer for you in the rearview mirror? What miracle moments or miracle journeys has God taken you on? If you were to create a mission statement for your life, what would it be?What kind of legacy do you want to leave? Resources: Shownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

Being single in the modern world is complicated—but it's also full of purpose! In this episode, you will hear why settling isn't an option.So Good Moments: The cringeworthy phrases people say to singles.The lies and the truth about singleness.The 3 temptations of this generation. How to navigate being single again.Why settling isn't an option.Why you can go ahead and get excited about your future…and more! Discussion Questions: What stood out to you about this episode?What surprised you about the lies and misconceptions of singleness?How did you see character and growth during a season of singleness in your life? If you could give advice to your younger (single) self, what advice would you give? Just for fun—are you a good matchmaker, yes or no?Resources: Sisterhood NightSingleness is a Piece of CakeI Never Wanted This to Be My Story, But I Would Do It All AgainShownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

When was the last time you heard from God? In this episode, Pastor Julie shares the keys to hearing God's voice.So Good Moments: Why you should never settle for a hand-me-down Word from God.How one epic story started with a praying mom.The roadblocks to hearing God's voice.How to position yourself to hear from God more often. The one prayer that can change your whole life…and more! Discussion Questions: What was your favorite part of this conversation? What inspires you about the story of Hannah and Samuel?What are some ways you know that God is speaking to you? When was a time that God called you to do something that was uncomfortable?What is one outfit that you would never wear again?Resources: Shownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

Is FOMO robbing you of your joy? In this episode, you will hear how to say “yes” to God's best and trust Him with the rest.So Good Moments: How to overcome FOMO and find contentment.Why saying “yes” to God helps eradicate comparison.Why missing out is sometimes the best thing for you. Scriptures to help you trust God and His promises.What Pastor Julie thought was punishment (but now realizes was God's protection)…and more!Discussion Questions: What stood out to you about this episode? In what ways have you struggled with FOMO? (Fear of Missing Out)What are some things you appreciate about your generation?What is one small decision you made that, looking back, you realize was a big decision in disguise?If you could give a commencement speech, what would be the theme of your speech?Resources: Shownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

You make 35,000 decisions a day—are they leading you to God's best? Tune in to this conversation about decisions, direction, and destiny. So Good Moments: Why experience isn't always the best teacher. How to make wisdom your companion in decision making. Why accountability is Miracle-Grow for your spiritual life. Why God's will is not a needle in a haystack—it is the haystack.How to pre-make decisions so you can avoid regret. The difference between your calling and your assignment…and more! Discussion Questions: What was your favorite part of this episode? What small decision in your life was really a big one in disguise?What have you learned about calling vs. assignment? What crossroads have you most recently been at? How did you make wisdom your companion as you made your decision? What decision do you look back on and cringe a little? Resources: Shownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

How do you go from broken to empowering others? In this episode, you will hear how the most vulnerable in Uganda are finding purpose.So Good Moments: How a church in Uganda is rescuing children, raising up leaders, and rebuilding a nation.How the local church helped Pastor Vernita Rwotlonyo  find community and discover her purpose. Why reaching one woman for Christ can change an entire region. Why many girls in Uganda drop out of school upon puberty.What Pastor Vernita would share if she could meet her younger self for coffee…and more! Discussion Questions: What stood out to you about this episode? Vernita mentioned how much the local church impacted her life. What has been the biggest impact for you? What inspires you most about the work Watoto does? On hearing the stories of the most vulnerable women and children in Uganda, how does it shift your perspective on the challenges you face? In what ways has God called you to be His hands and feet to vulnerable people? (Or what burdens has God put on your heart that you need to put into action?)Resources: Support WatotoSponsor a ChildMissions TripShownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

What would you tell your younger self about priorities? In this episode, Lance Witt shares how clarity + courage + calendar = a great life.So Good Moments: What Lance would tell his younger self about friendships and priorities.How to make sure your calendar reflects your values. Why it's important to put space between someone's request and your “yes.” Why we need to define the relationships in our lives.What Lance used to say to his wife that still makes him cringe…and more! Discussion Questions: What stood out to you about this episode? What advice would you tell your younger self about your commitments, calendar, and priorities? Do you put a pause between someone's request and your “yes”? Lance asks everyone he mentors, “Who in your life can rebuke you?” Do you have anyone in your life who can bring correction or accountability? What is something you used to say or wear that makes you cringe?Resources: Lance WittMore Lance Witt EpisodesLance's ManifestoShownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

If you met your younger self for coffee, what advice would you share? ☕️ In this episode, Charlotte Gambill shares wisdom from the rearview mirror. So Good Moments: How Charlotte learned to “pack lightly” over the years. Advice Charlotte would share with her teenage self and her young mom self.Why everyone needs “no-filter” friends instead of Instagram friends.How to stop comparing yourself and trust the Holy Spirit for your path.The one thing Charlotte would worry less about.Hilarious fashion advice…and more! Discussion Questions: What was your favorite part of this episode?If you could meet your younger self for coffee, what advice would you share? In what ways do you need to remember to “pack lightly” in life? What is one thing you should stop worrying so much about? What fashion advice would you give to your younger self? Resources: Charlotte GambillShownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

Is doubt knocking at your door? In this episode, Pastor Todd shares about his new book and how uncertainty can lead to greater faith.So Good Moments: How Pastor Todd's season of doubt led to greater faith.Why self-doubt keeps us dependent on God.Why writing the book was therapeutic for Pastor Todd.Advice for when you are doubting God, yourself, or others.What Pastor Todd wishes he had room to include in the book…and more!Discussion Questions: What was your favorite part of this episode? Which have you faced more; doubting yourself, doubting God, or doubting others?What uncertainty or doubt are you facing now? What advice from this episode will you apply to your life? How have you had to extend grace to someone else in your life? How has someone else extended grace to you?Resources: Don't Let Doubt Take You OutShownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

Does prayer feel complicated or confusing? In this episode, you will hear practical ways to pray, even in seasons when God seems silent.So Good Moments: How Pastor Kate handles times when God seems silentWays to “borrow” prayers and pray through ScripturesHow Jesus taught the disciples to prayWhy you should “Pray as you can, not as you can't” Why prayer is all about rhythm and relationshipWhy gratitude is the reward for those who pray for little things…and more!Discussion Questions: What was your favorite part of this episode?How can you “monitor and adjust” your prayer life this year? What obstacles do you face in your prayer life? Do you pray for the little things? Why or why not? What small thing are you grateful to God for today?Resources: 21 Days of PrayerShownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

Are you spending your time and energy on what matters most? In this episode, you will hear practical ways to order your life in 2025.So Good Moments: Pastor Julie's 2025 Scripture for SisterhoodWhat it really means to aim to live a quiet lifeHow to live with eternity in mind todayPractical ways Pastor Karissa makes the most of her timeWhat matters most to God, according to ScriptureHow to put God first in the first 15 minutes of your day…and more! Discussion Questions: What stood out to you about this episode?Pastor Julie made a list of her top 10 priorities that matter most. What would be a few of your top 10? What is one thing you need to reprioritize in 2025? What's your word or verse for the year? How has the revelation of God's love changed the way you love others? Resources: What's Your Word For the Year?21 Days of PrayerRevival NightsShownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

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Your Pathway to Peace This ChristmasSeason 10 | Episode 11What will you do with your triggers this holiday season? In this episode, Deb Fileta shares your pathway to peace. So Good Moments: Why Jesus cares about your heart, soul, mind, and strength. What to do with your triggers this holiday season. How God wants to reveal so He can heal. How our thoughts lead to feelings and our feelings lead to behaviors. What to look for in a therapist…and more! Discussion Questions: What was your favorite takeaway from this episode? What are the things that lead you to pressure during the holidays? How can you alleviate or limit the pressure? What did you learn about Jesus and human emotions? How have you handled relational stress in the past? How will you approach it differently this year? What is your favorite Christmas memory? Resources: Christian Counselors Shownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

Will you aim to be present or perfect this Christmas? In this episode, you will hear how to do less, enjoy more, and keep Jesus at the center.So Good Moments: How to make simple things special things.Tips for a frustration-free Christmas.How to keep Jesus at the center this season.Why as believers we should rekindle our Christmas wonder. 10/10 Christmas tips, treats, and more! Discussion Questions: What was your favorite part of this episode?When do you set up your Christmas tree? What do you do to keep Jesus at the center of the Christmas season? How do you plan on doing less and enjoying more this Christmas? What is one of your favorite holiday treats or traditions? Resources: She Reads Truth Advent Devotional The Best Christmas Pageant EverGiftful AppLittle Debbie's Christmas TreesAnthro CandlesShownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

How do you overcome being overwhelmed? In this episode, you will hear practical steps and wisdom from a licensed therapist.So Good Moments: The warning signs that you are overwhelmed and overstimulated. The three situations that can lead you to being overwhelmed.A 5 senses exercise that will help you stay grounded. A different take on the biblical story of Mary and Martha.Why Radical Acceptance can help alleviate anxiety…and more!Discussion Questions: What stood out to you about this episode? Which practical technique will you put into practice? (Radical Acceptance, tidy when you're in a tizzy, S.T.O.P, cut the fat, or the 5 senses exercise)Are there any unnecessary expectations you put on yourself during the holidays? What did you learn about Mary and Martha? Are you a doer or a recoiler?What is one area you can “cut the fat” in your schedule or expectations? Resources: Buff City SoapShownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

What broken story do you need God to redeem? In this episode, you will hear how 3 women responded to the call to adoption and foster care. So Good Moments: How three women responded to God's call to foster and/or adopt.Why adoption is so close to the heart of God.How to grow in trusting God during waiting seasons. Helpful reminders if you're parenting children with a unique story and need.How you can help kids from hard places…and more! Discussion Questions: What stood out to you about today's episode? What is something new you learned about foster care, adoption, or kids from hard places? Why does it matter that we understand God's heart for adoption and the inheritance we've received from Him? What is something God taught you during a waiting season? What is a 10/10 or life hack that's working for you right now? Resources: Learn More/Get Involved in Foster Care & Adoption  Melissa's Nightly Facial Oil Recipe: Fill a 4oz glass bottle with half castor oil, half jojoba oil, 10 drops of frankincense, and 10 drops of lavender. Honda OdysseyMesh Laundry BagsShownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

You Were Born For This TimeSeason 10 | Episode 7Are you stepping into your holy assignment or settling? In this episode, Pastor Oneka McClellan is sharing why you were born royal. So Good Moments: Why you should never settle for any label less than “God's Daughter.”Practical ways to fight for peace. Why serving helps you grow.Why you are on a holy assignment in this time and era. How worship can become a weapon of warfare…and more! Discussion Questions: What stood out to you about this episode? Has there ever been a time when you had to fight for peace? What are some practical ways you renew your mind with truth? How has serving helped you grow? What worship song helps you when you're fighting a battle? Resources: Oneka's Book: Born RoyalShownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

Are you savoring small moments of joy in your day? In this episode, you will hear how to make space for joy and gratitude in your life.So Good Moments: How comparison robs you of joy.Practical ways to add gratitude into your daily routine. Why joy isn't something you achieve, but something you grow. How joy is connected to a generous spirit. How to be a thermostat, not a thermometer…and more!Discussion Questions: What stood out to you in this episode?What is one small thing that brings you joy every day? How do you incorporate gratitude into your daily or weekly routine? How does comparison rob us of our joy? What is a 10/10 in your life right now? Resources: Joy's 10/10: Lush Coffee Face ScrubKate's 10/10: Anthropologie's Wedding LineCharlotte's New Bible Study: Ribology Shownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

Is it possible to have joy through hard seasons? In this episode, Charlotte Gambill shares how to never lose the joy of your salvation.So Good Moments: How the Holy Spirit plants seeds of joy in difficult seasons.Why joy is so much more than a feeling.How to sow seeds in barren seasons that will reap a harvest for your future.How to shift your day by starting it with gratitude.Why we should never lose sight of the joy of our salvation…and more!Discussion Questions: What part of this episode stood out to you the most? Do you give yourself permission to express joy, or do you find yourself withholding it? In what ways can you sow seeds for your future during a barren season? What gratitude practices do you have in your life? What do you remember most about the joy of your salvation? Resources: Charlotte's New Bible Study: Ribology Shownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

Are you making room for the Word of God in your life? In this special episode, you will hear Pastor Julie's “Amazing” message.So Good Moments: Why character determines what you carry into the next season. How our worship becomes a weapon of warfare. Why making room for God increases our capacity.How some miracles require a process and participation. How to give the people in your life a gift that outlasts you…and more!Discussion Questions: What was your favorite part of Pastor Julie's message? In what ways do you need to make more room for God in your life? What is one thing that needs to go (in order to make more room for God)? How do you think God wants you to participate in the miracle He wants to bring?What are some things you've lost in the last season that God wants to bring back? Resources: Shownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

How did Jesus care for His soul when He was on Earth? In this episode, Deb Fileta shares the 6 rhythms He practiced (that you should too).So Good Moments: What it really means to nourish your body. How Jesus protected His calling and how you can too.  The various ways we self-neglect and blame it on spiritual warfare. Why you should live at 85% and not 100%.One 5-minute practice that will help you savor life and cultivate gratitude. Questions to ask yourself when you need to tune in to your inner world. Discussion Questions: What was your favorite part of this episode? What rhythm do you need to practice the most? What is one thing you like to savor? What is one thing that nourishes your body and fills your soul? Are you living at 85%, or are you maxed out? What needs to change? Resources: Deb Fileta's Resources and BooksShownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

Are you ignoring the warning signs of burnout? In this episode, Deb Fileta shares how you can stay full so you can fulfill your calling.So Good Moments: The question everyone should ask themselves regularly. The three types of people who are most prone to burnout. Why it's important to get to the root of why you are so busy or overextended.The difference between self-care and soul care. Why Deb calls herself an “evangelist in disguise.” Discussion Questions: What was your favorite part of this episode? On a scale of 0-10, how full do you feel? Did you relate to any of the three types of people who are most prone to burnout? What stands out to you about the difference between self-care and soul care? What replenishes you when you feel stressed? Resources: Deb Fileta's Resources and BooksShownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

How can you become resilient and fruitful after you've been crushed? In this episode, Christine Caine shares the keys to a flourishing life.So Good Moments: Why olive trees are a picture of how we can be resilient and fruitful in every season. How God uses the seasons we feel crushed or pressed. Why peacemaking is an essential part of our Christian faith. The reason being nice is one of the most spiritual things you can do. Why we shouldn't make every offense a “10.” How to flip the script on the “If onlys” in your life. Discussion Questions: What stood out to you about this conversation? What is one new thing you learned about olive trees and how they relate to our spiritual lives? What is a good thing God has pruned from your life so you can bear more fruit? How have you been able to reframe your seasons of being pressed or crushed? Just for fun—olives on pizza—yes or no?Resources: A21Flourishing: Lessons From The Olive TreeShownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

Scorekeeping is good for games but bad for relationships. In this episode, you will hear how to follow Jesus' example and show others grace. So Good Moments: How Jesus used a different kind of math.How the upside-down way of the kingdom changes lives.Why keeping track is better than keeping score. How the Apostle Peter encountered Jesus' grace. What you can do to bring out the best in others. A better way to compete…and more!Discussion Questions: How did Jesus use “a different kind of math?”What is the difference between keeping track and keeping score?How would you feel if you were Peter and encountered God's grace in such a tangible way? Who has shown you grace in your life? Just for fun—what's your favorite board game? Resources: Do What Jesus Did MessageJesus The High Road Leader Resources & GroupsPastor Ryan's Latest MessageShownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

Jesus was interruptible—are you? In this episode, you will hear why high-road leaders embrace interruptions and put people above agenda.So Good Moments: How Jesus made space for divine interruptions in Scripture. Why ministry is often opportunities dressed up as interruptions. Practical ways to create margin for God to move in your day.Why parents should lean into their children's “interruptions.” The difference between a “Here I am” leader and a “There you are” leader.What's really happening when God wants us to stop what we are doing…and more!Discussion Questions: Do you consider yourself interruptible like Jesus? In what way could you improve? When have you experienced a ministry opportunity that was dressed up as an interruption? What stood out to you about being a “There you are” kind of leader? What is one practical day you could schedule more margin in your day or week?What is one thing about you that only a close friend would know? Resources: Do What Jesus Did MessageJesus The High Road Leader Resources & GroupsPastor Ryan's Latest MessageShownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

Are you following Jesus' example and taking the high road? In this episode, Dr. John Maxwell shares principles from his new book. So Good Moments: How to value all people–especially those who are different from you. The difference between the high, middle, and low road. Why the fruit of gratitude is a generous spirit. The difference between keeping score and keeping track. Why we have an eagle and a hippo inside of all of us. Why John changed WWJD to DWJD…and more! Discussion Questions: What stood out to you about this episode? What are some of the characteristics of someone who takes the high road versus someone who takes the middle or low road? How did Jesus lead the way as a high-road leader? What are some ways you can “keep track” instead of keeping score? What is the byproduct when we build walls? Resources: Do What Jesus Did MessageJesus The High Road Leader Book ClubsShownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

Are you ignoring the warning signs of loneliness? In this episode, you will hear how you can lean into life-giving friendships. So Good Moments: The warning sign of loneliness and why you can't ignore it.Staggering statistics on loneliness in our country.How we can shift our priorities to value connection and community.Why it's important to dig through the dirt in our relationships.The barriers to community that we've gotten used to. How we can do relationships the Jesus way…and more!Discussion Questions: Did you identify with any of the signs of loneliness? Which one rang a bell?What are some of your personal barriers that make it difficult to lean into deeper friendships?How have you seen the diamonds in your relationships after you've dug through the dirt?Who does community and relationships really well, and what can you learn from them? What step will you take this week to value community and connection over convenience and comfort? Resources: AmazingPastor Julie's Message on LonelinessGroups & ClassesShownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

How do you examine the fruit of your relationships? In this episode, Pastor Julie answers questions from the next generation.So Good Moments: How to examine the fruit and foundation of your friendships.What it looks like to grow with God while dating and married. How to pre-decide what you want your dating season to look like. How to initiate (and receive) difficult conversations. Why your circle of friends should be close, but not closed. How to combat loneliness…and more!Discussion Questions: What stood out to you about examining the fruit and root of your friendships? What is one thing you learned about difficult conversations?Pastor Julie mentioned the importance of pre-deciding certain things as you enter into dating. What are some things you think are important to pre-decide?Do you struggle asking for help or are you comfortable being vulnerable? Have you ever had a date gone wrong? What did you learn from it? Resources: Single, Dating, Engaged, Married BookShownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

How do you adjust when your routine changes? In this episode, some of our campus pastors share how to make the most of every season.So Good Moments: How Pastor Julie plans out the next day before she goes to bed.What to do when you don't reach your goals.Why it's important to create moments and memories with your people.How to maximize seasons that require a lot of time in the car.Why it's more important to work on your direction instead of perfection.The benefits of reading fiction books…and more!Discussion Questions: What was your biggest takeaway from this episode? What do you do to make the most of your time in the car? What is one of your non-negotiables for your physical health, spiritual life, or mental health?What goals are you aiming for this year? Are they small and attainable or unrealistic?What book are you reading right now? Resources: Luke Study by Lisa HarperMark of The Lion Books by Francine Rivers Switch on Your Brain by Caroline LeafUnderstanding Spiritual Gifts by Sam StormGarden City by John Mark ComerAtomic Habits by James Clear Shownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

Are your insecurities keeping you stuck? In this episode, Donna Pisani shares how to embrace the tension of confidence and humility.So Good Moments: The truth about the passage of Scripture that says women should be quiet and submissive. How Donna overcame the lie that she wasn't smart. How to master the art of listening and ask good questions. Why grit is more important than talent. The importance of discovering your own kind of smart.Encouragement if you are going through a hard time…and more!Discussion Questions: What is something new you learned about the passage in 1 Timothy? Donna talked about how everyone has an insecurity (hers was that she wasn't smart). What is one insecurity you've had to overcome with God's truth? What are some ways we can master the art of listening? Why is grit more important than talent? Donna talked about finding your own kind of smart and being confident in that. What is your own kind of smart? (Consider what comes naturally to you, what you enjoy, what you feel God's grace for, where you have a creative touch, or what other people have said about you.)Resources: Donna's Book: Entrusted to LeadYou're Not Listening BookGrit Book Shownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

Are you entitled or entrusted? In this episode, Donna Pisani shares how you can step into your calling with confidence and humility.So Good Moments: How Jesus empowered women in Scripture.How Donna learned to lead with confidence and humility.Why it's important to know your ‘why.'The women in the Bible who pioneered our legacy.Why it's vital to understand context in the Bible…and more!Discussion Questions: What was one thing Donna said that resonated with you? What did you learn about being entrusted versus being entitled?Which woman from Scripture inspires you the most and why?What is one way Jesus empowered women? Just for fun, what is one thing you look forward to most about summer?Resources: Donna's Book: Entrusted to LeadShownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

Ever been hurt in Church? In this throwback episode, we're diving into the messiness and beauty of biblical community.So Good Moments: The difference between Church hurt and spiritual abuse.The importance of creating a space for people to feel safe, seen, and heard. Why we shouldn't diminish, discount, or deny hurt.The 3 stages of biblical community.3 practices for dealing with Church hurt. How to forgive what you can't (and shouldn't) forget…and more!Discussion Questions: What did you learn about the difference between Church hurt and Spiritual abuse?Pastor Julie shared the three stages of community. Why do you think it's important to embrace the tension stage? How have you had to honor the stages of forgiveness in your life?What is one “do” and one “don't” that stood out to you?In what way can you be a reconstructor for others and for the Church?Resources: Message: It's Okay to Doubt JesusPractical Resources for Processing DoubtThe Peacemaker by Ken SandeChurch Hurt by Jerome Gay Jr. Love Like You've Never Been Hurt by Jentezen FranklinHow to See Beauty in the Church After You've Been Hurt How to Find a Christian CounselorTikTok Theology SeriesGood and Beautiful and Kind by Rich VillodasShownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

How well do you handle pressure? In this episode, Holly Wagner shares how to stay prayerful, grateful, and watchful when the pressure's on.So Good Moments: How to stay prayerful during seasons of pressure.Practical ways to cultivate gratitude even when you don't feel like it.Holly's pressure-filled season and how God brought her through.What Holly learned from testing for her black belt.How to do a u-turn when you start to feel bitter.Why it's important to stay alert…and more!Discussion Questions: In what way could you relate to Holly's season of pressure? How do you stay prayerful during pressure-filled seasons? What helps you practice gratitude in your life? Why is it important to stay alert when we are in a season of high pressure?What's on your summer reading list? Resources: Holly's BooksHolly's Fun Summer Read: The Echo of Old BooksShownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

Where can you find Jesus in the Old Testament, Passover, or the Seder? In this episode, you'll hear about the beautiful thread from Genesis to Revelation and how ancient practices can be pathways to God.So Good Moments: Peter's profound encounter with Jesus during the Seder meal. Why it's so meaningful that Jesus washed the disciples' feet during Passover. How the 4 cups symbolize Jesus in the Seder Passover. Why Matzah bread represents Jesus' sacrifice on the cross. How elements of Seder shed light on communion.How Jesus revealed Himself as the Messiah during the Last Supper…and more! Discussion Questions: What did you learn from today's episode? When Jesus washed the disciples' feet, it was an act of humility and servanthood. How does that inspire you to live your life today?The Seder features 4 promises, which are about being delivered from slavery and redeeming God's people. How does that remind you of His promises in your life?Jesus revealed Himself as Messiah during the Seder, which initiated the first communion. How does this add to your understanding of communion?Sheri uses the empty chair at Seder as an opportunity to pray for those who don't yet know God. Do you have a person in your life who still needs to find Jesus? How can you remind yourself to pray for them on a regular basis?Resources: Shownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

Is it possible to encounter God through ancient rituals? In this episode, you will hear how Sheri Bautz went from dismissing Christians to becoming one—and you will hear how Sheri discovers Jesus in her Jewish traditions. So Good Moments: Why Sheri Bautz is a “true-blue Jew.”  How she went from dismissing Christians to becoming a Christian Jew. How Sheri's Christian husband Frank won over her Jewish parents. Sheri's advice for sharing the Gospel with people of the Jewish faith. Why Christians should celebrate Passover and its ancient traditions. Why Moses was not a good Jew…and more!Discussion Questions: What stood out the most to you about this episode? What's something you learned about Jewish traditions? Sheri mentioned how God redeemed a lonely season for her. How has God been through for you in a lonely season?What did you take away from Sheri's advice for sharing Jesus with Jews? How does this episode change the way you look at the Passover? Resources: Shownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

How do you hear God's voice in your everyday life? In this episode, you will hear how ordinary places can become sacred spaces.So Good Moments: 3 main ways that God speaks to us. Why the wilderness is so significant in the Bible. How “turning aside” can turn ordinary moments into extraordinary ones. How to have a burning bush moment. Pastor Julie's encounters with God…and more!Discussion Questions: What was your favorite part of this episode? How have you experienced God speaking?What has been your wilderness season, and how did God use it? What's one way you can turn aside to get closer to God? What are some ordinary places that became sacred spaces in your life?Resources: Shownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

How do you make your kids feel known, seen, and loved? In this episode, Pastors Todd and Julie and Pastors James and Lisa are back for part 2 of the conversation about parenting. You will hear how to keep the door open in your relationships and create a safe place for your children.So Good Moments: How to be guardians of truth to our kids. How to get ahead of the dangers of technology and be smart pioneers of parenting in the digital age. The importance of limiting technology for as long as you can. 5 steps to talk to your kids about hard things.How to make kids feel known, seen, and loved.How Jesus created a safe place for sinners…and more!Discussion Questions: What stood out to you about this episode? How can you go on the offense in the battle you're in? If you're a parent, what are some good resources you've used for your kids? If you're not a parent, what has helped you stay spiritually on guard? How do you create intentional space for the kids in your life?What makes something a safe place for you? Resources: Doing Life with Your Adult ChildUsing Social Media to Honor GodDeclarations to Speak Over Your ChildWays to Level Up Your Relationship With Your ChildHow My Parents Got There FirstAXIS Parenting ResourceShownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

How do you turn failures into wins as a parent? In this episode, you will learn how walking in humility will benefit all your relationships.So Good Moments: How to model humility, grace, and confidence to your children. Why your child is not your report card.How to be extremely humble and extremely confident at once. Ways to build your confidence and become equipped as parents. How you can help your children have their own revelation of Jesus. How to make leading family devotions less intimidating…and more! Discussion Questions: What was your favorite part of this episode? If you're not a parent, how can you step in for the next generation? What can you do when you make mistakes with your kids? How can you practice humility with your kids? What's one funny parenting fail you recall from your parents or yourself?Resources: Declarations to Speak Over Your ChildWays to Level Up Your Relationship With Your ChildHow My Parents Got There FirstAxis Parent's GuideShownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

Is there a missing ingredient in your relationships? In this episode, Pastors Todd and Julie share how to take your relationships from natural to supernatural. So Good Moments: The importance of encountering Jesus through relationships. God is a relational God, and we were created in His image. The world will know God through how we love our neighbor. Pastor Todd's battle strategies for going on the offense in relationships.How to create an atmosphere where God is at home in your home.The most broken marriage vow.The one thing that kept Jesus from performing miracles…and more! Discussion Questions: What stood out to you about this episode? What is one way you can make God at home in your home?When was the last time you felt honored, and why?What is one tangible way to honor someone in your life? Pastors Todd and Julie shared their engagement story. If you are engaged or married, what's your proposal story? If you are single, what would be your dream proposal? Resources: How to Honor When It's HardShownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

How do you grow your prayer life when it doesn't come naturally? In this episode, you will hear how to create a prayer routine that works. So Good Moments: How Pastor Ryan McDermott improved his prayer life when it didn't come naturally. Why God won't say no to certain prayers. The importance of silence and solitude.How Pastor Ryan protects his prayer routine. Why a revival is a supernatural partnership. Why revival requires repentance and what it really means to fear the Lord.Why it's vital to speak a better word over the next generation…and more! Discussion Questions: What was your favorite part of this episode? What prayer practices have helped you encounter God? Does prayer come naturally to you or have you had to work at it?What are some good things you see in the next generation? Are you an introvert or an extrovert? What's your favorite way to recharge? Resources: Unbound BookCollege NightsMore About Pastor RyanHow to Share Your Testimony Good News About Gen ZShownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

How do you become an encourager in a world full of competition and comparison? In this episode, you will hear how to live the “Barnabas Way.”So Good Moments: How an epic encounter in the New Testament birthed the early Church.How the Holy Spirit went from being limited to one place to being everywhere. What it means to be a daughter of encouragement and live the “Barnabas Way.”How our encounter can open the door for others to have their own encounter. How to see an opportunity when others see a problem. How to be generous with everything we have…and more!Discussion Questions: Who in your life is a great D.O.E. (Daughter of Encouragement)? How has someone else opened a door for you, or how have you opened a door for someone else? What does being a daughter of encouragement mean to you? How is the “Barnabas Way” counter-culture to what we see today?Has there ever been a time when others saw a problem, but you saw potential? Resources: Zayas StudiosShownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

How can you turn everyday moments into holy moments? In this episode, Caylie Bryant and Steven Robertson share about the power of worship.So Good Moments: How Caylie obeyed God even though she didn't feel qualified.Why worship is such a critical part of being a disciple. How ordinary moments turn into holy moments for Steven.How worship can become a weapon of our spiritual warfare. Advice for how to worship when we don't feel like it… and more!Discussion Questions: What stood out to you from today's podcast? What is one special moment you've had in worship? What needs to change in your perspective or actions for your ordinary moments to become holy moments?What is one thing that you thank God for every day?What's your favorite worship song? Resources: MVMNT Music More Christ Fellowship MusicThe Daily AppShownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

What if God has something better for you? In this episode, Pastors Lisa Duvall and Karissa Robinson discuss trusting God in times of waiting.So Good Moments: How Pastor Lisa Duvall encountered God in a special way that marked her life. The truth about praying for a sign from God. The direct correlation between your community and the encounters you have. How you can grow through the difficulty of an unanswered prayer. The questions to ask when pain, hardship, or trials come your way.Highlights from Pastor Julie's miracles message…and more! Discussion Questions: What stood out to you from this episode? How can you stretch yourself like Lisa did in your time with God?How has your community had an impact on your God encounters? What season of waiting or unanswered prayer caused you to press into God and grow?What is one thing you've you asked God for—but were grateful when God said no? Resources: The Daily AppMission TripsShownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

How do you encounter God when life feels messy? In this episode, Irene Rollins shares how God met her in her darkest hours. So Good Moments: How Irene had an encounter with God in rehab.Why it's important to quiet your soul and take time to listen to the Holy Spirit. How to encounter God through life transitions. Why it's vital to let yourself feel disappointment and grief. The power of community when you feel far from God. How to approach the Bible if you're new to reading it…and more!Discussion Questions: What stood out to you about Irene's story? Do you have a tendency to get caught up in busyness? What life transitions have you needed strength through? How has community helped grow your faith? What is one fact about you that only a close friend would know? Resources: The Daily AppReframe Your ShameYouVersionCelebrate RecoveryShownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

How is your crowd connected to your encounters? In this episode, next-gen leaders share their own personal God encounters.So Good Moments: Having God encounters and the impact they have on our lives. How to avoid our faith becoming shallow. How God showed up for Aaliyah when she was grieving her father's death. How God brought Dani's mom to salvation and restored their relationship. How a God encounter brought Emma out of a long season of anxiety and depression…and more! Discussion Questions: What's one takeaway you have from this episode? Have you ever had a God encounter that marked your life? How has that influenced your life today? How has stepping out of your comfort zone helped you encounter God? Has there been a time when you encountered God during worship? Do you have a favorite God encounter in the Bible (e.g., Moses, Gideon, Paul)? What's your favorite worship song? Resources: An Encounter with God Changes Everything5 Books to Help You Encounter GodThe Word of the Year: EncounterCFSEUShownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

Are you connected to the right crowd? In this episode, next-gen leaders share about the importance of biblical community.So Good Moments: Pastor Julie getting educated on Gen Z words like “no cap,” “ate that up,” and “glow up.”How to build community in a digitally connected world. Why it's so important to stay connected to the right people. What the story of the paralyzed man on the mat teaches us.As iron sharpens iron, we need friends who will sharpen us…and more! Discussion Questions: What stood out to you from this episode? How do you build connections with people in such a digitally connected world? How can you make sure that you're connected to the right people in your life? How has being in a faith-filled community contributed to encounters you've had with the Lord, and how has that marked your life? How do you hurkle-durkle? Resources: CFSEUShownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

Are you staying in your comfort zone or reaching for Jesus? In this episode, Pastor Julie and Pastor Karissa share how to stretch yourself for God's best.So Good Moments: Pastor Julie's Spiritual parallel between God encounters and Taylor Swift.What it means to stretch out of your comfort zone and reach for Jesus. How fasting strengthens our “no” muscle and our faith. How God called Pastors Karissa and Cole to start fostering when they were still newlyweds. How God gives us a vision for our life, sometimes before we even know Him…and more!Discussion Questions: What's your main takeaway from this episode? How can you stretch out of your comfort zone and reach out for Jesus? As you step into a season of Prayer & Fasting, what would be a stretch to give up? What's a daily stretch you can do in your relationship with God? How can you mark the moments of God's faithfulness in your life? Just for fun: Did Taylor Swift influence who you rooted for in the Superbowl?Resources: Foster & Adoptive Care at CFShownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.

Are you settling for an experience when God wants to give you an encounter? Tune in to this episode as Pastor Julie kicks off season 8 and shares how you can reach for Jesus and the "more" He has for you. So Good Moments: How one woman in Scripture had an encounter with God that changed her entire life.The difference between an experience and an encounter. What it means to be a daughter of God. Why it's vital to bring the whole truth to God.The difference between touching Jesus and reaching out for Him…and more! Discussion Questions: What did you take away from this story about the woman with the issue of blood? Has there been a time when you looked for a miracle but got an encounter? What's one way you can step away from something holding you back? What does being a daughter of God mean to you? What's one way you can reach out for Jesus this week? What's a funny story of how you told the truth…but not the whole truth? Resources: The Encounter Shownotes PlusLearn more about Sisterhood Ask a QuestionAll Episodes© 2022 Be Essential Songs (BMI) / Jord A Lil Music (BMI) / Doejones20 (BMI) (admin at EssentialMusicPublishing.com). All rights reserved. Used by permission.