Living the Grace Life

Ep. 52 Chasing Grace | Carol McLeod


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Have you ever tucked something precious away for safekeeping—a piece of jewelry, a meaningful letter, or a memory too fragile to touch? In a world that feels like it’s spinning out of control, it’s tempting to do the same with our hearts. But what if grace isn’t meant to be stored away? What if chasing grace is your invitation to live wide open—to risk joy, to embrace today, and to let go of fear?

In this powerful season two opener of Living the Grace Life, bestselling author and speaker Carol McLeod invites us into a different way of living—one filled with purpose, honesty, and grace in motion. Drawing from her newest book, Today is a Verb, Carol shares how to walk through grief, face loss, and still chase joy.

💡 In this episode of Chasing Grace, we explore:

  • Carol’s journey through grief and five heartbreaking miscarriages

  • How choosing the right verbs shapes your daily life

  • What it means to embrace “Todaying” with intention and hope

  • Five healing insights about forgiveness—and three ways it transforms you

  • Practical ways to embody grace in your routines and relationships

    ✨ One of Carol’s guiding mantras is:

    "Don't ever save anything for a special occasion. Being alive is the special occasion."
    And she lives that out with faith and fire.

    Whether you're walking through sorrow or just trying to show up for your everyday life, this conversation is a gentle but bold call to stop saving grace—and start chasing it.

    🎙️ Join us for an unforgettable start to Season Two—where we stop waiting for perfect moments and start living fully alive.

     

    💬 Grace Quotes from Carol McLeod:

    “Grace is like a boomerang. It always comes back to bless you too.”

    “We can't be captivated by the offense or the offender. We have to be captivated by Jesus.”

    “Be honest about where you are in your circumstances. Because if we need more grace, all we have to do is ask for it—and He will give it to us, lavishly and abundantly.”

    Key Scripture:

    "Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men..." Colossians 3:23, ESV

    Resources Mentioned:

    🌿 Carol's Books, including Today is a Verb

    🌿 FREE: YouVersion Plans + free downloads
    🌿 The Significant Women podcast

    Connect with Carol McLeod:
    Instagram: @CarolMcLeodMinistries
    Facebook: @CarolMcLeodMinistries

     

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    Ep. 39 God's Steadfast Love in Daily Life

    Ep. 11 What Are You Wearing?
    Ep. 8 Live SLowly: A Gentle Invitation to Exhale | Jodi H. Grubbs

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