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Show Notes

Jill sits down with Michael Klassen to explore how simple, consistent practices move us from survival to formation. Michael shares the story behind the 5:00 AM Podcast and why early, or simply intentional, starts anchor his day in worship, prayer, and a written plan (“write it down so you can run”). They clarify abundance vs. prosperity, using a rosebush image: pruning for health, not hype. The conversation walks through journaling as remembering, community and responsibility, and the pairing of faith + patience when God delays our plans. They also reframe fear as a growth signal rather than a stop sign, and bless listeners to stand steady on Scripture when storms come. Practical takeaways: start the night before, set one clear morning action, keep a running journal, and review weekly so rhythms become resilience. Hopeful, doable, and deeply grounded.

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• Scripture References:

Habakkuk 2:2 — “Write the vision… so the runner may run.”
John 15 (abide/pruning/vine) + John 10:10 (life to the full) — abundance with pruning.
2 Corinthians 9:7 (9:5–7) — cheerful giver; determine beforehand.
Psalm 63:1 — “Early will I seek You” (early pursuit).
Genesis 1:28 — fruitful, multiply, stewardship/dominion (abundance design).
Matthew 6:21 — treasure & heart (legacy, planning).
Matthew 16:25 / Luke 9:24 — lose your life to find it (surrender timing).
2 Timothy 1:7 — not a spirit of fear (fear reframed).
Hebrews 6:12 — through faith and patience inherit the promises.

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Other Episodes That May Be Helpful:

Episode #75 You’ve Heard it Said…But What Does Jesus Say? w/ Thomas West

Episode #74 Proximity Over Performance w/ Terence Lester

Episode #72 Bearing Witness to Brave Faith w/ Kurt Ver Beek

Episode #59 Loyal in His Love: How Jesus Heals What People Break w/ Tabitha Panariso

Episode #53 Faith Isn’t Fragile w/ Erin Moon

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