Day 1: Free

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1. When have you felt trapped as Carissa describes having felt?
2. What did you do in response to that feeling? Did you run like Carissa did or did you wait patiently for the tension you felt to be resolved?

"A person's wisdom yields patience; it is to one's glory to overlook an offense."- Proverbs 19:11 NIV

3. What are your thoughts on the verse you just read? How does Proverbs 19:11 relate to Charissa's situation?
4. What do you think the curse might be at this point?
5. What do you think the letters from Carissa's betrothed represent?

"Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go." -Joshua 1:9 NIV

6. How does Joshua 1:9 compare with what is said by Prince Elon in the letters that he sent Carissa when she was twelve? What do you think this points to in Elon's character?
7. How do you feel about Carissa so far and in what ways do you see yourself in her character?

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