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Encouragement for Real Life190. Real Life and Real Relationships with Zach LefebureJoining Julie on this guest episode is her son, Zach Lefebure. Zach shares his wisdom, he encourages us to live boldly, and he helps us remember the importance of building relationships with others. Plus, Julie and Zach talk about their mother/son relationship, what they're doing well in it and what they could do better. Listen in to be inspired! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode wil...2025-03-2533 minEncouragement for Real Life186. Life, Love, and Everything in Between with Bill LefebureToday's episode is a big one. It's the first episode with a male guest, and it's the first one recorded with a guest in Julie's office. Joining her in this episode is whom Julie calls her "love of a lifetime"--her husband Bill Lefebure. They discuss everything from their imperfect marriage, to the role God has played in their lives, to Bill's bicycling accident, and they even share some wisdom for other couples. Don't miss this one! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled pe...2025-02-2534 minEncouragement for Real Life182. Embodying Authentic Life and Faith with Tina HerringYou know that friend who you can count on no matter what? She knows everything about you and still loves you anyway? Well our first podcast guest of 2025 is Julie's best friend since her youth, Tina Herring. She's Julie's BFFL--Best Friend For Life! What Julie's loves the most about Tina is her authentic life and faith. You'll be inspired and encouraged through her words! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are...2025-01-2839 minEncouragement for Real Life181. Practical Steps to Identify Your Unique PurposeIf you're wondering what your purpose on this earth is, you're not alone. Julie says in this episode it's one of the most common questions she gets from women today. It's so important, Julie dedicates an entire episode to this subject and walks us through practical steps in identifying our purpose and why it's important. Listen in to be encouraged! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will...2025-01-2119 minEncouragement for Real Life164. Hope Amid the Struggles of Life with Julie SunneSome days we could use a dose of hope. If this is you today, you've come to the right place. Author, outdoors girl, and fellow Iowan, Julie Sunne, joins the podcast to share hope when life's struggles weigh you down. Her words will inspire you! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find ext...2024-09-2438 minEncouragement for Real Life161. What Happened When I Rested This SummerJulie did something uncharacteristic of her this summer. She rested, and she shares the details in this episode: of how God called her, her response, what she learned, and how she's moving forward now. What is God calling you to do today? May this inspire you in your current circumstances! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a lig...2024-09-0315 minEncouragement for Real Life160. How to Be Stronger than Stress with Barb RooseIn our guest episode this month you'll be inspired to embrace an abundant life of overcoming stress through Julie's guest, Barb Roose! It's a powerful conversation of hope, real life, and overcoming overwhelm. You won't want to miss this one. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find extra encouragement at julielefebure.com/res...2024-08-2735 minEncouragement for Real Life157. How to Overcome the Distraction of MultitaskingDo you multitask? Many of us have been taught to do so. In this episode, Julie challenges us to recognize what she calls one of the "Big Five" distractions, and to stop the multitasking madness. She explains how harmful it is to us, to our brains, and to our lives, and what we can do about it. Even if you are an expert multitasker, this will give you something to think about. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Bib...2024-08-0615 minEncouragement for Real Life154. When Technology Distracts You from LifeTechnology: we love it and despise it, all at the same time, right? It has become one of the biggest distractions in our lives today. How do we know if we're distracted by it, and what can we do about it? Julie points us to help, hope, and truth in this episode so we can live more abundant and joy-filled lives. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each epi...2024-07-1614 minEncouragement for Real Life153. How to Stay Present When the Future Distracts YouThis episode is the second in a series about the biggest distractions we women face today. Julie discusses the second distraction of what she calls, the "Big Five" distractions--the future. This is one many women don't realize is a distraction and struggle with more than they are aware. You'll find hope and encouragement and help for how to live in the moment instead of staying fixated on the future. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in a...2024-07-0913 minEncouragement for Real Life152. How to Live Now When You Are Stuck in the PastWhat is the biggest distraction we struggle with today? Instead of just one, Julie discloses there are five--what she calls the Big Five. In this episode and in the next four, we break down what each one is, how it is plaguing us, and what we can do about it. We tackle the first one today--the distraction of the past. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode wil...2024-07-0214 minEncouragement for Real Life151. A Prescription of Hope with Dr. Jessica PeckCould you use some hope and encouragement right now? Today's guest, Dr. Jessica Peck, has just the prescription! She helps us to see beyond ourselves, and at the same time, points us to the reality of the difference we are already making in this world. Her words touched Julie's heart to the point of tears! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equ...2024-06-2541 minEncouragement for Real Life149. You May Be Living Distracted if You Cannot Enjoy NowCould you be living distracted? In this episode, Julie leads us through the final indication of distracted living. If you struggle with fully enjoying the moment you're in, or know someone who does, this could indicate distractions are running and ruling life. But you can do something about it! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in...2024-06-1113 minEncouragement for Real Life146. You May Be Living Distracted if You Always HurryWhat's your typical pace? Is it rushed or relaxed? Our pace can be an indication if we are living distracted. The more distracted we are, the more rushed we will be. In this episode, Julie helps us ponder our pace to live an undistracted and un-hurried life. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this wor...2024-05-2111 minEncouragement for Real Life144. You May Be Living Distracted if You Cannot FocusAre you living distracted? Do you know? Over the next few episodes, Julie highlights some indications to help us understand if we might be living distracted or not. We begin with the first one today--if we cannot focus. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find extra encouragement at julielefebure.com/resources/.
S...2024-05-0712 minEncouragement for Real Life143. Life as a Right-Now Woman With Alissa StudtLife doesn't have to be perfect to live it as a Right-Now Woman. Alissa Studt understands this and is embracing the abundant life Jesus came to give her, anyway. Alissa joins Julie as her guest this week on the podcast, and she shares with us her insight into entrepreneurship, motherhood, and leaving corporate America, all the while doing her best to live in the moment. You'll be encouraged and inspired! Plus, she's Julie's daughter! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted in...2024-04-3032 minEncouragement for Real Life141. 5 Simple Ways to Study the BibleDo you study the Bible? For years Julie had every reason not to, so she didn't. Until one day she joined a Bible study that changed her spiritual life. Twenty seven years later she shares with us five simple ways to study the Bible. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find extra enc...2024-04-1618 minEncouragement for Real Life140. 3 Ways Studying Scripture Can Impact Your LifeDo you think studying scripture (the Bible) can impact your life? Julie shares in this episode three ways she has seen it impact hers. May this motivate us all to crack open our Bibles or click on our Bible apps to see what God has for us inside. It may just change our lives! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you...2024-04-0917 minEncouragement for Real Life139. What? A Quarter of the Year Is Behind Us!Can you believe it? One-fourth of 2024 is in our past! In this episode Julie leads us through a process she recently walked through in reflecting on her life and allowing God to realign and refocus her on what's important. It's the perfect season to take an inventory on your life and make any needed adjustments for the rest of 2024. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lif...2024-04-0218 minEncouragement for Real Life138. Seeing God's Image in Others with Nicole WilliamsWith this episode we're beginning a new monthly series featuring various Right-Now Women. (A term Julie references in her book, Right Now Matters.) The first guest in this series is the wonderful Nicole Williams. You'll be blessed by Nicole's words of hope as you listen in on Julie's conversation with her. Nicole prompts us see God's image in others and inspires us to live above our circumstances. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 min...2024-03-2637 minEncouragement for Real Life137. What Happens When We Invite God Into Our DaysThis episode is a follow up to last week's episode, 136. Something amazing happens when we invite God into our days, into our moments. We look at this with real-life examples of Julie's recent vacation with her husband. And wait until to hear where they spent their last night of vacation! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a lig...2024-03-1920 minEncouragement for Real Life136. That Time When God Went with Us on VacationJulie and her husband invited God to join them on their recent vacation, and guess what? He accepted! Julie shares a few powerful stories of what God did on their vacation as examples for us in our everyday lives. Let's invite God into this moment, into this day and watch what He will do! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you...2024-03-1218 minEncouragement for Real Life133. There Has Got to Be More to Life Than ThisHave you thought or voiced recently, "There has got to be more to life than this?" It's something numerous women can relate to. There IS more to life than this, and we're discussing this in this episode. Could God be trying to get your attention like He did Julie's years ago? Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a l...2024-02-2013 minEncouragement for Real Life132. Do You Love Who You Are?Some of us have been taught to not think too highly of ourselves, and others of us may not feel worthy of love--even love from ourselves. In this episode Julie takes us deeper in why and how it's okay (and important!) to love ourselves, and why it really has nothing to do with us. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you...2024-02-1316 minEncouragement for Real Life131. "Did God Say That?" This Is Impacting My Life!It's interesting how a short question can impact us greatly. Julie shares in this episode how this question, "Did God Say That?" is impacting her life and in what areas she's asking it. It may become your favorite question for your life, too! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find extra encouragement at...2024-02-0616 minEncouragement for Real Life130. Are You Listening? with Michelle Layer RahalCould you use some encouragement today? This episode is for you! Joining Julie on the podcast today is author and encourager, Michelle Layer Rahal. They discuss much including faith, hearing God's voice, and how to stay encouraged in your everyday life. You won't want to miss this one. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in thi...2024-01-3029 minEncouragement for Real Life129. Why Today Is the Greatest Day to Be AliveJanuary can be a challenging month for many, including Julie as she shares in this episode. But a fresh perspective encouraged her heart this week, and it will, no doubt, encourage yours! This is the greatest day to be alive! Tune in to find out why. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Fin...2024-01-2315 minEncouragement for Real Life128. Are We Missing Moments We Will Never Get Back?When you think back over your life, have there been priceless moments you missed that you know you will never get to live again? Julie shares one that changed her life, and she shares it from the Introduction of Right Now Matters in this episode. You won't want to miss this one! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be...2024-01-1616 minEncouragement for Real Life127. 5 Ways to Be a Right-Now Woman in 2024Who is a Right-Now Woman? She's one who desires all God has for her and realizes there's more to live than living it distracted. She doesn't have it all figured out yet, but she's taking one step at a time with God. In this episode, Julie shares five ways to be a Right-Now Woman in 2024, and shares an opportunity to study the Bible with her! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest sho...2024-01-0914 minEncouragement for Real Life126. Walking Into 2024 Worry Free with a WordHappy New Year! How are you beginning this new year? Julie shares hope and encouragement, her word for 2024, and some exciting news about growing in the Lord as Right-Now Women together. Don't miss this one! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find extra encouragement at julielefebure.com/resources/.
Support us on...2024-01-0215 minEncouragement for Real Life125. Ending 2023 Grateful and With Big News!We have much to celebrate! We're closing out 2023 grateful, Julie shares some big news, and it's her birthday! Thanks for coming to her birthday party! But in all seriousness, it's an exciting episode! Listen in as Julie shares some helpful ways to end 2023. She also announces something big happening today! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a lig...2023-12-2613 minEncouragement for Real Life123. How to Cope When Holidays Are Not HappyThe holidays aren't always the happiest for everyone, and if you or someone you know is walking through a difficult season, you understand how challenging the holidays can be. What do we do when the holidays aren't happy? In this episode, Julie shares her experience after losing her mom just nine days before Christmas. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you...2023-12-1212 minEncouragement for Real Life122. 5 Ways to Stay Present This Holiday SeasonThis season is sometimes termed, "the most wonderful time of the year," but it also can be the most distracting time of the year. In this episode, Julie reminds us what's truly important and offers us 5 ways to stay present this holiday season. If we don't intentionally stay present, we can miss so much, even God's blessings. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spi...2023-12-0516 minEncouragement for Real Life121. God Desires to Dwell With Us With Rachel FahrenbachGod desires to dwell with His people. Let this truth sink in today because it's a powerful one! In this episode Julie and guest, Rachel Fahrenbach, discuss this, faith, the Advent season, and a brand-new tool to help us prepare our hearts for our coming Savior in this season. You don't want to miss this one! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and...2023-11-2838 minEncouragement for Real Life120. Here Is a New Concept: Celebrate "Thanksgivings"Here we are! It's Thanksgiving week in the U.S. It's a full week as many of us prepare. Above all, may our hearts be full of thanks to God. In this episode, Julie shares a concept that inspired her last week to think of "thanksgiving" a little differently. It may just inspire you, too! Not just for Thanksgiving, the day, but for every day of your life. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in abo...2023-11-2112 minEncouragement for Real Life119. How to Slow Your Go and Unbusy Your LifeYou live a full life, but it doesn't have to be so busy. What are we busy doing anyway? In this episode Julie leads us through some questions and prompts that help us to pause and ponder, just in time before the holiday season--sometimes known as the busiest season--is upon us. Find encouragement here! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you...2023-11-1415 minEncouragement for Real Life118. How Do I Know if I Am Living Distracted?Do you live a distracted life? How do you know? Sadly, many women today aren't aware they are. They just live this way, day after day, unaware of the life they are missing. You will know if you are after listening to this episode as Julie shares five indications of a distracted life. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to...2023-11-0714 minEncouragement for Real Life116. Celebrating the Launch of Right Now Matters Part 2Julie's first book, Right Now Matters: Empowering Right-Now Women in a Culture of Distraction, released into the world last week, and we're still celebrating! Did you see it ranked as the #1 New Release in the Christian Family & Relationships category on Amazon on launch day?? In this episode, Julie sits down with her friend, Deb, and they discuss everything regarding Right Now Matters. Last week was Part 1, this week is Part 2. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all...2023-10-2424 minEncouragement for Real Life115. Celebrating the Launch of Right Now Matters Part 1It's release day for Right Now Matters: Empowering Right-Now Women in a Culture of Distraction, and we are celebrating! Come join the celebration! Julie sat down last week with her friend, Deb, and they discussed all the ins and outs of Right Now Matters. You'll get a sneak peak of what the excitement's all about regarding this book. You'll find some hope and encouragement too! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest sho...2023-10-1736 minEncouragement for Real Life114. The Heart Behind Right Now MattersThe book Julie just wrote, Right Now Matters: Empowering Right-Now Women in a Culture of Distraction, releases October 17. In this episode Julie shares the heart of Right Now Matters and some behind-the-scenes information regarding why it exists and who it's for. Listen in to be encouraged. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Fin...2023-10-1014 minEncouragement for Real Life113. When Good Is the Enemy of GreatDays turn into weeks, weeks into months, and months into years. Before we know it, we turn around and realize we settled for good instead of embracing what's great. This is when good becomes the enemy of great. Julie shares a personal story and hope as we trust God in His perfect plans for our lives! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and...2023-10-0313 minEncouragement for Real Life112. Living Above the Noise with Terry CoveyThis world is noisy. Some days it's hard to tune it all out. But what if we lived above the noise instead? In this episode, Julie shares her conversation with encourager, Terry Covey. They discuss what living above the noise means, why we would want to, and how to go about doing that. You'll be blessed as you listen! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lif...2023-09-2634 minEncouragement for Real Life110. Why Encouragement Is Necessary and ImportantHappy National Day of Encouragement! We celebrate as we devote an entire episode to the subject of this podcast: encouragement! This may just inspire you to be the most encouraging person you know. This makes a difference, for the receiver and the giver. Julie shares stories, ideas, and Bible verses all to encourage your heart today. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be...2023-09-1214 minEncouragement for Real Life109. How to Succeed at Something DifficultWhen was the last time you chose to do something that challenged you? Or what's the thing on your heart you want to do, but your nervous or scared or not sure you can do it? This episode might give you the inspiration and prompting you need. Julie shares the secret to succeeding at something difficult, and it might not be what you expect. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode wil...2023-09-0515 minEncouragement for Real Life108. A Decluttered Life Is a Free Life with Julie LaneEncouragement comes to us in many forms. In this episode you'll find it through our guest, Julie Lane, who is a professional organizer and decluttering expert. Julie blesses us with practical ideas, helpful tips, and a fresh perspective on decluttering our living spaces and lives. Her personality and love for God and others shines through her inspiring words. You won't want to miss this one! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each epi...2023-08-2929 minEncouragement for Real Life107. The Unexpected Gift of Starting OverHow do you feel about starting over? Is it a good thing or not-so-good thing? A conversation Julie had last week helped her to see a different perspective regarding starting over, and she shares what she learned in this episode. It might just be the blessing you need today. If you're in a season of starting over or know someone who is, this is for you. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Eac...2023-08-2212 minEncouragement for Real Life105. Relationship Hack: Assume the Best in OthersDo we naturally assume the best in others or the worse? Do we always treat others the way we want to be treated? Sometimes we could use a reminder to keep our relationships healthy and growing, and through an experience Julie shares in this episode, we will find that reminder and receive a timely relationship hack. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be...2023-08-0812 minEncouragement for Real Life98. How to Live Your Best Life This SummerWe each desire to live our best lives, right? But oftentimes something stands in our way of doing so. In this episode Julie shares the secrets how to live your best life this summer, and it's probably not what you think. Listen in to find out! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find extra encouragement at jul...2023-06-2014 minEncouragement for Real Life96. How to Make the Most of Right NowDo you ever think about how much time you have left on this earth? Do you ever pause and question what you're doing with the life you've been given? Julie shares about a recent question asked of her that became a wake up call of sorts. We are given one life to live, so this episode will help us make it count. Listen in to learn how to make the most of right now. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted in...2023-06-0613 minEncouragement for Real Life95. A Real Life Conversation With Jennifer Dukes LeeThis episode is a big one, as we invite our first-ever guest, Jennifer Dukes Lee, to the podcast! You'll be inspired as she and Julie discuss real life, the hope we have, and Jennifer's new book, Stuff I'd Only Tell God. You won't want to miss this one! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find extra enc...2023-05-3038 minEncouragement for Real Life94. There Is Only One Who Controls Your DestinyPeople say they control their destinies. But do they? Some of us have let others control our destinies. But can they? In this episode we discuss who is really in control as Julie shares an impactful story that was prompted from a TV show. You'll find good news in it! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Fin...2023-05-2313 minEncouragement for Real Life86. The Distraction of a Busy Mind Says, "Think About This"Do you have a busy mind? In a recent questionnaire Julie created regarding distractions, many responders mentioned one of their biggest daily distractions is a busy mind. In this episode we look at what one is, why it's a distraction, and the solution to overcoming it. You won't want to miss this one! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in...2023-03-2817 minEncouragement for Real Life85. Now Is the Time to BloomHappy spring! It's the season for blooming, and in this episode Julie encourages us to open ourselves up to God's blooming power in our lives. He's good at breathing life into what was once lifeless. How is God calling you to bloom in this season? Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find extra encouragement at julielefebure.com...2023-03-2114 minEncouragement for Real Life84. When God Calls You Into the UncomfortableIs God calling you to something that's completely uncomfortable? Well, if so, you're not alone. Julie shares in this episode about the time when God called her into a world she knew nothing about, to care for people she was scared of. You'll never believe what God did through that place to transform her life. Listen in and be encouraged for whenever, wherever, or whatever God calls you to. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in...2023-03-1415 minEncouragement for Real Life83. Are We Called to Be Comfortable?When God calls us to do something, it's usually something out of our comfort zones, isn't it? Is God calling you to something that's making you feel uncomfortable right now? In this episode, Julie points us to truth to encourage our hearts to follow God through the story of Jonah and her own personal experience. You'll begin to understand it's okay to feel uncomfortable! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode wil...2023-03-0712 minEncouragement for Real Life82. How to Brighten Your Corner of the WorldDoes life feel a little dark and dreary these days? Could you use a dose of light right about now? Well, God calls us to shine, and has given us the ability to do so as He shines through us. In this episode Julie shares how we can go about making a difference in this world by shining God's light everywhere we go. You'll be inspired to shine bright! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in...2023-02-2813 minEncouragement for Real Life81. How to Stay Encouraged When Winter Feels LongDoes this winter feel especially long to you? Does it seem as if spring will never arrive? No matter if it's a winter season on the calendar or in life, in this episode Julie offers encouragement and hope to lift our perspectives and to enable us to see how God is at work in the winter seasons of life. More than we think He is! After listening, way may not be in a rush for winter to end. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, h...2023-02-2113 minEncouragement for Real Life79. The Distraction of the Future Says, "Live There Now"Are you distracted by the future? Yes, surprisingly, this distraction can be a big one for many, including Julie. When we live in the future, we miss what's happening in the present. Julie shares two personal stories of both sides of this distraction. Get ready to be enlightened and encouraged to stop this devastating distraction in your life. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you...2023-02-0719 minEncouragement for Real Life78. 7 Ways How to Begin Your Day EncouragedHow do you begin your day? This likely matters more than we think it does. Because each day matters, and how we start the day affects the rest of the day. Julie shares 7 ways to begin your day encouraged, based off her current morning routine. You also might appreciate the lighthearted stories she shares (one has to do with bacon and eggs!) in this episode and the free resources she offers. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insi...2023-01-3121 minEncouragement for Real Life75. How to Look Back to Move ForwardBefore we get too far into 2023, it's important to pause and reflect on where we've been in 2022, and Julie leads us through that with eight pointed questions. Even if you've already reflected on last year, these questions will get you thinking, and will help you move forward. They can be applied to any month, week, or day. Plus, Julie answers each of them from her personal perspective in this episode! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all...2023-01-1017 minEncouragement for Real Life74. Happy 2023! How Are You Beginning This New Year?Do you set goals or resolutions or choose a word for the new year? Or are you one that really doesn't do anything different as we turn the calendar from one year to the next? Julie shares some timely encouragement in this episode, no matter how you typically begin a new year. Plus, she shares what she's doing to begin 2023 and her word for the year. (Her word may make you uncomfortable!) Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Bib...2023-01-0315 minEncouragement for Real Life73. How to Set Ourselves Up for the New YearWe may wonder what the new year will have in store for us. Will next year be better or worse than this year? What can we do to begin the new year encouraged? Julie shares five ideas, and it all begins with the truth of what we celebrated at Christmas: God is with us! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a lig...2022-12-2714 minEncouragement for Real Life72. Christmas and Grief: How to Make It ThroughLosing a loved one or experiencing loss is difficult. Especially at Christmastime. We wonder how we will make it through this, or if we will. Julie knows all about this after burying her mother five days before Christmas. Listen in to find someone who understands, some hope, and encouragement in your own situation today. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a lig...2022-12-2015 minEncouragement for Real Life71. The Distraction of Hurry Says, "You Are Behind"Hurry. Are you ever in one? We think fast, we talk fast, we drive fast, we eat fast. Hurry may be our tempo these days, especially during the holidays. This distraction of hurry tells us we are behind, but God tells us something else. Julie shares insight and truth as we take a look at the distraction of hurry in this episode. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode will lift you...2022-12-1314 minEncouragement for Real Life69. Is This Really the Season to Be Jolly?The well-known Christmas song says it's the season to be jolly. But some years this season has been anything but jolly, right? This year can be different! In this episode Julie shares why this matters and how we can begin to prepare our hearts for Christmas. We're bringing back the jolly! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this wor...2022-11-2915 minEncouragement for Real Life68. Living as if Thanksgiving Is More Than a DayThanksgiving is a favorite holiday for many, but what if we made thanksgiving more of a way of life, instead? Because giving thanks is a powerful and beautiful way to live. In this episode Julie shares truth of why this matters and how to begin living a life of thankfulness. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Fin...2022-11-2214 minEncouragement for Real Life65. Real Life Truth: A Delay Is Not DefeatAre you experiencing a delay in life? Delays are not in our file of favorites. We avoid them at all costs. Oftentimes we equate delays to defeat. But maybe, just maybe, God could be using a delay for good. Maybe this delay could actually be a blessing? Julie shares a personal story of a delay in this week's episode. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode will lift your spirits and equ...2022-11-0613 minEncouragement for Real Life64. The Distraction of Worry Says, "Fret About This"Do you have a tendency to worry? Especially about things beyond your control? The distraction of worry is a big one for many, and it says to us, "Fret about this." But what does God have to say? Julie shares a personal story how worry consumed her on vacation recently. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Fin...2022-10-2517 minEncouragement for Real Life63. The Distraction of Comparison Says "Be Like Her"Do you ever struggle with the distraction of comparison? This distraction not only diverts our attention from what's important, but it also does a number on our attitudes and how we see ourselves and others. This distraction tells us to "Be like her." Julie shares a personal story how this distraction derailed her last week. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a l...2022-10-1816 minEncouragement for Real Life62. Because the Answer Is Found in the AskingDo you ask God to meet your needs, or do you assume He'll provide for you without ever asking? In this episode Julie guides us to look deeper into what God has to say about asking and what to do about it. This is designed to strengthen your relationship with God and give you tangible ways to partner with Him! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode will lift your spirits and...2022-10-1117 minEncouragement for Real Life61. Here Is the Truth: God Sees You and He CaresEver question if God sees you, if He hears you, and if He cares? If so, you're not alone. In this episode Julie takes us through a powerful story of how God met a woman and her son in the wilderness and cared for them there. It's the story of Hagar and Ishmael, and the lessons learned can be applied to our own lives. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode wil...2022-10-0417 minEncouragement for Real Life60. Hope for Us Who Are Exhausted"We women are exhausted," she said from experience. Were her words accurate? Are women exhausted? Maybe not all, and not all the time, but this statement could be spot on. What hope do we have if we are exhausted today? Listen in as Julie shares the kinds of exhaustion and what we can do to overcome them. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to...2022-09-2717 minEncouragement for Real Life59. A Simple Way to Positively Influence AnotherWe desire to make a difference in this world and positively impact others, right? But how? How do we do that? In this episode, Julie shares a powerful story of an example of this between her adult son and a little boy at a professional baseball game. Get ready to be inspired! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in thi...2022-09-2016 minEncouragement for Real Life57. 9 Ways to Stay Focused and Less DistractedWe live in a distraction-filled world, don't we? No wonder we are a distracted people! But we don't have to live this way. We can partner with God to stand against living distracted, and choose to stay focused instead. In this episode, Julie shares 9 ways to do so. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find extra enc...2022-09-0614 minEncouragement for Real Life56. What We Focus on MattersWhat captures your focus these days? In this episode we take a look at why this matters and what we can do about our focus. Do we focus on the size of our problems or the size of our God? Julie shares a lesson she learned through an annoying chirping cricket! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this wor...2022-08-3015 minEncouragement for Real Life55. How to Be More Like the SunflowerSunflowers are everywhere this time of year, aren't they? They are a beautiful part of God's creation, and they can't help but make us smile. In this episode, Julie shares some spiritual applications based on the sunflower to spur us on and encourage our hearts. Don't miss this fun and upbeat episode! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in thi...2022-08-2316 minEncouragement for Real Life54. 5 Valuable Life Lessons from RAGBRAI 2022What can you learn on the back of a tandem bicycle? Evidently, a lot! God taught Julie some valuable life lessons on this year's RAGBRAI (bike ride across Iowa), and she shares five of them to inspire us all in this episode. Don't miss this one! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find extra encouragement at jul...2022-08-1617 minEncouragement for Real Life53. Celebrate With Me: One Year of the Podcast!One year ago today Julie hit publish on the first episode of the Encouragement for Real Life Podcast! Thanks to God and you, we're celebrating today this one year milestone, and Julie invites you to join in the celebration! While listening you may just be inspired to step out and do something new in your life! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be...2022-08-0914 minEncouragement for Real Life52. Life Is Too Important to Live DistractedDo your thoughts, your phone, others, or life situations pull you from the present? What keeps you from staying focused? Could you be living distracted? Many of us are, and some of us are unaware of how much distractions control our lives. In this episode, Julie points us to reality and to the hope we have in overcoming a distracted life. You won't want to miss this one. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in abo...2022-08-0213 minEncouragement for Real Life51. Why I RAGBRAI: The Reasons May Surprise YouIt's likely we each do something that may not make sense to others. For Julie, it's riding RAGBRAI. But oftentimes the why behind what we do is so very important. She explains in this episode her why and offers us encouragement in ours. Plus she invites you along for the ride! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this wor...2022-07-2614 minEncouragement for Real Life50. The Truth About Our Limiting BeliefsIt's likely we each carry with us limiting beliefs that prevent us from receiving all God has for us. These beliefs don't come from Him, so they don't belong in our lives. In this episode, Julie shares the truth about these beliefs, what we can do about them, and how we can remove them for good. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be...2022-07-1916 minEncouragement for Real Life49. How to Remain Encouraged in the WaitingDo you find yourself in a season of waiting? Where God seems silent and you see no action on His part? How do you remain encouraged when it's easy to be discouraged? Because staying encouraged matters, especially when we're waiting. In this episode, Julie shares three powerful ways to remain encouraged while we wait. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a lig...2022-07-1214 minEncouragement for Real Life48. 7 Practical Ways to Uncomplicate Your LifeWould you describe your life as complicated? We each have problems in our real lives, but we don't have to allow them to dictate how we live. If you're interested in simplifying your life, listen in to this episode as Julie shares 7 ways to uncomplicate life and to live with joy, instead. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in thi...2022-07-0515 minEncouragement for Real Life47. How to Say Goodbye to Guilt for GoodGuilt is an interesting emotion and not a fun one, at that. But we've all dealt with it, and sadly, some of us live under its weight every day. In this episode, Julie discusses healthy and unhealthy guilt, and shares steps how to finally say goodbye to the guilt in our lives for good. You won't want to miss this one. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode will lift your spi...2022-06-2817 minEncouragement for Real Life45. Life Is One Big Adventure With GodThink about it, life is one big adventure with God. No matter if He leads us to the mountaintop or through the valley or anywhere in between, God is always with us. Where have you seen Him in your life recently? In this episode Julie shares parts of a sermon she gave the previous Sunday regarding the Trinity in our lives. Listen in and be encouraged. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Eac...2022-06-1416 minEncouragement for Real Life44. What I Know Now, But Did Not Know ThenWhat do you know now that you did not know when you were younger? No matter how old we are, we can look back and see the difference wisdom makes in our lives as we age. But how do we acquire this wisdom? Can we get more of it? Listen in to find out more as Julie shares what she knows now but didn't know then. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Eac...2022-06-0716 minEncouragement for Real Life39. What in the World Are We Thinking?What are we thinking? Do we ever think about what we're thinking about? Because our thoughts matter, and the quality of our thoughts determine the quality of our lives. It's a good day to examine our them and transform them if needed. Julie shares tools to help us do that. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Fin...2022-05-0317 minEncouragement for Real Life38. 10 Simple Ways to Be a Light in This WorldBe a light. That sounds great and all, but how can we do that and why would we want to? Does it really make a difference? Julie shares 10 simple ways to be a light in this world and helps us understand the meaning behind this term. You'll may find you are shining bright without you even realizing it! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you...2022-04-2617 minEncouragement for Real Life37. What Is Your Faith Story?You and I have faith stories, and as long as we're breathing, these stories are unfolding day by day. No two stories are alike, just as no two people are alike. When we share our stories, others are encouraged and inspired, and God gets the glory. Julie shares some of her faith story in this week's episode. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to...2022-04-1916 minEncouragement for Real Life27. Are You Mad at God?Have you ever been mad at God? Maybe you're mad at Him now. God can handle our anger towards Him, but letting go of the anger benefits us. How do we do that though? How do we let go of being mad a God? Julie shares a person story of a recent time she was mad at God that will offer some encouragement. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode will lift...2022-02-0817 minEncouragement for Real Life24. The Day After the Most Depressing Day of the YearDid you know yesterday, January 17, 2022, was termed "the most depressing day of the year?" If you did, how did you day go? If you didn't, well, good news! Evidently the most depressing day of 2022 is behind us! What we think matters, and believe it or not, a day like yesterday prompts us to think about our thoughts. Julie leads us to do so in this episode. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Eac...2022-01-1817 minEncouragement for Real Life23. 10 Simple Ways to Remain Joyful This WinterHow do you feel about winter? Or the winter seasons in life? It's likely many of us just tolerate them and keep our sights set on the other seasons that we prefer. But do you suppose there are hidden blessings in winter? Do you suppose God gives us good things in this season as well? In this episode Julie shares 10 Simple Ways to Remain Joyful This Winter. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minut...2022-01-1119 minEncouragement for Real Life21. Goodbye to 2021: Time to Reflect, Grow, and CelebrateIn this last week of 2021, we are given a perfect opportunity to reflect, grow, and celebrate this year before we begin the new one. Oftentimes this practice reminds us of God's faithfulness in our lives, despite the challenges we may have experienced. Julie invites you to join her this week spending some intentional time in reflection, to begin 2022 encouraged and inspired. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode will lift your spi...2021-12-2817 minEncouragement for Real Life20. Merry Christmas 2021 - My Gift to YouMerry Christmas! With Christmas just days away, are we ready? Julie shares some of her favorite parts of the Christmas story, along with a special gift she's picked out just for you. It may just be the best gift she could give you. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find extra encouragement at julielefebure.com.
S...2021-12-2118 minEncouragement for Real Life19. When It Is Not the Most Wonderful Time of the YearIt's the season known as "the most wonderful time of the year." But what if it's not? What if this season contains sadness, grief, or loss? What if this isn't a merry Christmas season? In this episode Julie shares a personal story of loss and heartache at Christmastime, and what helped her through. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in th...2021-12-1415 minEncouragement for Real Life11. 6 Ways to Begin Each Day Encouraged and HopefulAre you a morning person or not a morning person? How do you begin your typical day? Do you have a certain routine? How we begin the day makes a difference. It not only sets the tone for the day, but it helps us to approach the day with hope and promise. Through personal experience with much trial and error, Julie shares her 6 ways to begin each day encouraged and hopeful. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, with lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical ins...2021-10-1913 minEncouragement for Real Life10. Waiting Times Don't Need to Be Wasted TimesHow do you handle times of waiting? Are you a patient person or maybe not-so-patient? Do you ever feel as if waiting time is just wasting time? One thing is for sure, we each are familiar with waiting! Through biblical insight and a personal experience of waiting through 2020, Julie shares a unique approach how to persevere productively and patiently in times of waiting. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, with lighthearted inspiration, and relatable experiences, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode will lift you...2021-10-1213 minEncouragement for Real Life09. How to Be a Positive Person in a Negative WorldAre you struggling to stay uplifted and positive these days when negativity is everywhere? We each are called to shine bright and make a difference in our world, but that's hard to do when we allow the negative to affect us. So, how can we remain positive? Through Biblical insight and personal examples, Julie shares ways to remain the positive, impactful person you are. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, with lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode will...2021-10-0517 minEncouragement for Real Life08. How to Stay Encouraged in Seasons of TransitionAre you finding yourself in a transition? Life is full of seasons of transition, yet some aren't so easy to navigate. Sometimes we could use a little hope and help as we do. Julie shares five ways to stay encouraged in your season of transition.
Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, with lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Follow Julie on Instagram fo...2021-09-2815 minEncouragement for Real Life07. When Letting Go Is Best, But Not EasyAre you in the process of letting go of something in your life? Letting go of certain things in life, even though it may be best, is most certainly not easy. Julie shares a personal story in this episode of her experience in letting go recently which will likely encourage you. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, with lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes. Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this wor...2021-09-2113 min