Journal Prompts

When we are told to hope in Jesus's ability to change us, we can become fearful of exploring any identity that does not align with the faith system. Fear becomes coercive disguised as hope.

How has fear played a role in your faith journey?

• Have you ever been told that questioning or doubting was dangerous? How did that shape your relationship with faith?

What messages about hope and change have you internalized?

• Have you felt pressure to believe that your struggles must resolve in a specific way for your faith to be valid?

How do you distingui…