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Listen in as we chat with two creative geniuses and discover the answer to the question, “How did they come up with such amazing ideas?” They worked hard at it. They pressed on . . .

Our first guest, Laurie Beth Jones, is the nationally renowned author of the bestselling Jesus, CEO. She's known for taking the complex and making it simple. As a business consultant for major corporations, educational institutions, and NPOs, she is a master at identifying problems and quickly creating solutions. She has a deep desire to help others find inspiration, joy, and a renewed sense of love for their work and lives.

Our next guest is author Deborah Raney, whose first novel, A Vow to Cherish, inspired the World Wide Pictures film of the same title. Her latest book is another must-read, Home to Chicory Lane.

A reader lives a thousand lives before he dies, said Jojen. The man who never reads lives only one. -George R.R. Martin

You're never alone when you're reading a book. -Susan Wiggs

Do you usually have a Summer Reading Plan? Summer is a great time to find yourself a relaxing, reclusive spot or basking in the sun sitting on a beach chair – all alone (too much of a dream?) with your favorite beverage, comfy attire and a good book! If you are a reader, summer is usually the time to find a good book, which allows you to get lost in your imagination and thoughts and take a journey with the characters to lands far away, or places of the heart where emotions run deep.

Here’s how we usually categorize our book lists:

•Books we want to read

•Books we should read (recommended for our benefit)

•Books we mean to read but there are others screaming louder for our attention

•Books we want to reread

•Books we have set aside for summer reading (for fun and adventure)

I (Lisa) started my summer reading with a favorite that has now become a summer tradition: Gift From The Sea by Anne Murrow Lindbergh. This has been a good reading summer as I have experienced a variety of books, including classics like Jane Eyre and inspirational ones such as, Love Does by Bob Goff.

I always walk away from a book with something new to ponder or a challenge. Sometimes I like my new pondering thought and sometimes it creates tension (shows me something I need to change within myself). Books are great mentors in my life. How about you?

We’d love to hear on our Girlfriendit Facebook page about a book that has captured your attention or inspired you recently – a book that you just couldn’t put down and caused sleep deprivation!?

Joining us this week on Girlfriendit Radio is a friend and author, Robin Lee Hatcher who has penned many books. We’ll be talking about her latest and the journey her characters take in their heart’s pursuit. Here’s a book you might want to add to your reading list?!

Robin Lee Hatcher: Author of the recent book, The Heart’s Pursuit and winner of the Christy Award and ACFW’s Carol Award, Hatcher delivers another thought-provoking historical novel, sending her hero and heroine on a life-changing trek. The characters remind readers that finding forgiveness and healing are often a journey – literally and spiritually. ~ CBA

Can we “Sell Faith”? What does this mean? What does this look like? How effective are you at selling?

This week we will learn from one of the best trainers in selling a message/selling faith. We will also be joined by someone who is in the trenches of church planting, who will share her journey and the struggles and victories of “selling faith”.

•Michael D. Goodman: Michael is the author of the Solomon Sales System a training methodology and sales training program, that makes sales normal, natural, dignified, integral and most of all, effective. Now, branching out into a very particular niche, Michael has created Selling Faith, a powerful, behavior changing, customized sales model providing sales experience to Christian evangelism.

•Karrie Thomas: Karrie is a leader in Bloom, a dynamic ministry for Church Planting Wives. She also leads worship and is the Creative Director for Restore Church in Silver Spring, Maryland.

A fascinating interview with Scott Derrickson who is the Director of the new summer blockbuster, Deliver Us From Evil which is now in theatres.

Scott is a Christian with a love for mystery and he shares how this project affected him personally and spiritually. His thoughts are compelling and his insight intriguing. We had such a great time with Scott and he made this movie more personable. It was like talking with a friend! He did admit he was a little hesitant to do the interview with "girlfriends" but was pleasantly surprised! :)

Thanks Scott for giving us an amazing 15 minutes out of your incredibly busy schedule. You have new fans and what we like to say - cheerleaders! @pattylynnwyatt @lisajonesjernigan

Trailer : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8l7Et7Se7Pw

Spoken For

Who are you? Who am I? Do you ever ask that question? Perhaps a better question might be, “Whose are You?”

In Spoken For: Embracing Who You Are and Whose You Are, best-selling author Robin Jones Gunn and Alyssa Joy Bethke unwrap the ancient truths from God’s Word about what it means to be loved, to be sought after and to be spoken for. “Our goal is simple,” they write. “We want you to see what happens when you respond to the invitation of the true Bridegroom and step in the center of an epic love story—yours.”

Lean in as we discuss, “How different would our lives be if we actually believed that we are loved, wanted, pursued and cherished?” Bethke eloquently addresses the question in the YouTube video “What Every Girl Needs to Hear,” which has more than 80,000 views.

It is a packed show as we unpack inspiration from another fabulous author of Mom Seeks God: Practicing Grace in the Chaos. Julia Roller.

Here’s a few questions to ask yourself:

• Have I lost my sense of wonder?

• What do I need to do to create times to wonder?

• Do I have a rhythm to my life that allows for these times?

• On a scale from Wonder-less to Wonder–full, where do I land?

Without wonder, life will cease to be a joyful adventure.

We have a great show this week!

Remember, you can listen at your convenience as a pod cast any time.

Laurie Beth Jones is an internationally recognized best-selling author, speaker, coach, and trainer. You may recognize a couple of her best sellers, Jesus, CEO and The Path. In her most recent release, Jesus, Career Counselor, Jones defines the big difference between a job, a career, and work.

Also joining our show: Sarah Burnett who leads on the leadership team with Bloom, a dynamic ministry for Church Planters Wives. Her husband Josh is the Lead Pastor with Revolution Annapolis Church.

Join us as we chat with Krista Gilbert, Founder of Meaning in a Minute and Lisa Troyer, author of Real Women Leading.

How significant can an intentional minute make in your relationships? We dare you to tune in and walk away with some great ideas in living your life intentionally.

We are going to hear from two very special guests, one who will challenge us, ramble with us, and simplify our chaos with some simple dinner solutions.

Trudy Maples shares her secrets of how, despite having a thriving business as a Personal Chef, Caterer, and Teacher, she still manages to prepare simple to spectacular dinners for her own family. In her spare time she does cooking segments for NBC Channel 12 Arizona Midday!

Also, joining our show: John Schenkel who is the Chief Financial Officer of Configurations which is North America's leader in face-to-face marketing experiences providing innovative exhibit and environmental design and program management. John is also passionate about special needs children. John is the founder of Joy Prom Florida.

Great tips on organization in the Kitchen and in life! It will be better than an app!

P.S. Do you know what's for dinner tonight??? (we have some ideas for you!)

The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes. Marcel Proust

We started our show with this question and then we unpacked it: Did you ever have a homework assignment where you had to write your obituary?

When was the last time you discovered something new? When was the last time you allowed yourself to dream?

You'll walk away with some practical tips to apply to your own life.

Lean in to our time with Tammy Smith, Children’s Director at Impact Community Church in Sacramento, CA and a leader with the ministry of Bloom, an incredible network for church planter's spouses.