Welcome to the first episode of 2025! Can you believe we're here? In this heartfelt episode, I reflect on the passing of time and the moments that remind us to cherish each day. From the chaos of Christmas to the whirlwind of birthdays in our family, life is full—but God's grace is greater.
Don’t forget to take a moment for yourself—close the door, take a walk, and listen to this encouragement-filled episode. Together, let's reflect on God's faithfulness, celebrate the gains in our lives, and start this year rooted in gratitude and grace. Here's to a year of growth, joy, and peace.
Key Topics Covered:
Cherishing the moments that matter amidst the chaos of motherhood
How to use positive reinforcement to create a peaceful family atmosphere
The power of celebrating past gains instead of being discouraged by the gap ahead
Let’s step into 2025 with hope and purpose—together.
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Citations:
Scripture References
1 Samuel 1:27: "For this child I have prayed."
Luke 1:38: "I am the Lord's servant," Mary answered. "May your word to me be fulfilled."
Matthew 7:9-10: "Which of you, if your son asks for bread, will give him a stone?"
Luke 18:1-8: The parable of the persistent widow and the unrighteous judge.
Romans 8:28: "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose."
John 16:33: "In this world, you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world."
The Lord's Prayer (Matthew 6:10): "Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven."
Literary Reference
"The Gap and The Gain" by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy: This business book is referenced regarding the idea of focusing on past achievements to generate positivity.
“The Journey of Desire: Searching for the Life We Only Dreamed of by John Eldredge” : In this book , Eldredge invites readers to rediscover God-given desire and to search again for the life they once dreamed of.
Previous Episodes
What’s in a Word? - In this episode, we’re diving into an empowering way to start your year with focus and clarity: choosing your Word of the Year for 2025!
When the Teacher Becomes the Student – How God Leads Us to Relearn When We’re Ready to Teach - In this episode, Anna McLaughlin discusses the concept of being a student and a teacher in the work we do.
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MUSIC CREDITS
Theme music: Brave New World
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Artist: Fantoms
Inspiring Hopeful
Audio source: Jamendo
Artist: Aliaksei Yukhnevich
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