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Girlfriendit is dedicating January to focus on holiness, so perhaps we should say,

“Happy Holiness!!!”

God says, "Be Holy for I am Holy." But what does that mean?

In Romans 12:1, Paul urges us to offer ourselves as living sacrifices . . . setting us apart for His purpose. So how do we do this?

We can begin by asking ourselves if and how we are allowing God’s Spirit to change the way we think. How are we renewing our minds for transformation?

Each New Year offers a great time of refreshing; let’s set goals and choose Holiness to be expressed in every aspect of our lives.

Goodbye, 2012 . . . Every Happy ending is just a New Beginning . . .

P.S. Renew your mind this Thursday by listening to Girlfriendit Radio! With our guest, author and #1 New York Times Bestseller, William Paul Young.

How are you conveying to your team and to others the plan-the “IT” of what you do-the “Why” that keeps you going?

Our ultimate goal in this life is to get closer to Christ, be an ambassador for Him, and to do His will. Basically, make a big deal about HIM!

Our focus as we are building our teams and putting our plans in place is to make certain that the major decisions are based on building the Kingdom, not on personal interests. 
 
Matthew 6:33-34:

"But seek first His Kingdom and His righteousness, and all these 
things shall be added to you. And one great tip Patty and Lisa received from one of their prayer intercessors, Lynn, was to read and meditate on Psalm 90:12, 14-17.

“Teach us to number our days aright, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.

Satisfy us in the morning with your unfailing love, that we may sing for joy and be glad all our days.

Make us glad for as many days as you have afflicted us, for as many years as we have seen trouble.

May your deeds be shown to your servants, your splendor to their children.

May the favor of the Lord our God rest upon us; establish the work of our hands for us-yes, establish the work of our hands.”

As women definitely want to matter; we want to be a part of something bigger than ourselves.

So what is the work He has for your hands?

What is your plan of action to live out His plan for your life?

Even in scripture it states where there is no vision/plan, the people will perish.

Jesus continuously shared His plan and the benefits of the mission with all who would listen. Because He conveyed His plan and it contained truth and a bigger picture; people were willing to suffer and give their lives.

Are you ready to map out your plan and share your plan of action with your team? God just might have something to grow in the palm of your hands.

Let’s get our hands ready girlfriends!

“Hey, let’s connect some time” . . .

How many times do we use that phrase without really thinking of how significant it is?

We all communicate, but very few people actually connect.

Have you ever wondered why certain people flourish in their jobs, organizations or ministries while you might feel stagnant or stuck?

This week, Patty and Lisa chat with Christian wife, mother, writer and speaker Gillian Marchenko. Gillian writes and speaks to connect with other women about real life motherhood, stumbling faith, down syndrome, adoption, grace and a whole lot more. Her writing has been featured in MomSense Magazine, EFCA Today, Four Cornered Universe, The Tri-City Record, Chicago Parent, Story Bleed, Chicago Special Parent, Gifted for Leadership, Charlottesville Family, Connections Magazine, and Today’s Christian Woman.

Also, hear who Patty and Lisa have sat next to recently.

Listen and connect with us!

Christmas is supposed to be a magical time, a season of making memories and wonderful traditions.

But this season of “memory-making-magic” also brings expectations; we expect to provide all the essential elements to deliver our “Peace-On-Earth-Good-Will-To-Men and whatnot . . . ”, and whopping case of anxiety is the result.

How can Girlfriendit help you from NOT getting caught up in the nightmare of sweaty masses of feisty, elbowing crowds?

Today Patty and Lisa chat with inspirational speaker, Michelle Renee Hogan who enjoys bringing women a relevant message in an unconventional way. She is sure to encourage, empower and remind us all how to stay focused this season.

Don’t miss this show and the great tips to take into this Christmas season!

Are you facing the challenges of launching something new or trying to thrive where you are?

Difficult times are inevitable on the journey of leading people and your vision. It is easy to get thrown off course by critics and complainers and take their words and actions personally.

Do you face the struggles of staying the course and not merely surviving but actually thriving through it all? What about the challenges of raising a family, maintaining healthy friendships and squeezing in a personal life! In the midst of all of this, what is the thermometer of your spiritual vitality?

This week on Girlfriendit Radio our special guest is Amy Bloye, who co-authored, It’s Personal: Surviving and Thriving on the Journey of Church Planting, with her husband, Brian. Our conversation will be very personal and will extend beyond the world of church planting into leadership planting.

Listen as we lean into personal leadership challenges and offer practical tips for thriving where you are.

There were many general rules growing up that we have all become accustomed to, “If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again.” How about, “Live as if it is the last day of your life!” One adage or challenges was, “Do something New!” Why is it as we get older we tend to try fewer things and accept less challenges . . . especially those things that we already failed.

So what can be the “NEW” in you?

Go to college

Run in a 5k

Do something scary

Volunteer

You never know what adventure is waiting until you try something new. Let’s stretch ourselves and take a risk!

Imagining the fabulous awards waiting!

L and P

Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths. Proverbs 3:5-6

P.S. Try something New?

Skip the pumpkin Latte (300 calories) and pumpkin muffin (600 calories)

Try: Toast a Thomas’ Pumpkin Spice Bagel Thins, (125 calories) spread with a wedge of Laughing Cow Cinnamon Cream Cheese. Top with a Tbsp. chopped walnuts and add a nonfat latte!

Go ahead . . . Spice It Up!

At the beginning of this year, Jeff Bethke became a household name when his YouTube video when viral.

Have you seen it?

By simply sharing his heart in a creative, innovative way, he managed to captivate his audience with a fabulous message. Some were appalled, some were fascinated…but all that listened had the opportunity to choose where their heart stood.

Jeff broke down the concepts of religion vs. relationship. In Jeff’s poem, he highlights the difference between Jesus and false religion. Religion is man-centered; Jesus is God-centered.

Jeff shares his journey to discover this truth: With Jesus, though you have humble confident joy because He represents you, you don’t represent yourself. His sacrifice is perfect, putting us in perfect standing with God.

His video has had almost 23 MILLION views, and now we get the chance to hear more of his heart and his passion, straight from him in a live format. It’s a “Must Listen” show!

Today…Stop and encourage one person. It only takes you and me to make a difference. One by one we can change the world.” Russel H. Helwig

Do you believe you can change the world?

Do you see yourself as a world changer?

Already, you may be feeling overwhelmed with those questions, but change happens one decision, one step at a time. And making a difference is a choice.

Let’s step together in this direction of inspiration and change and listen to this week’s guest, Author, Speaker, and Leadership Guru, Russ Helwig.

Helwig’s speaking engagements include Fortune 500 Companies and business groups, special interest groups, schools, students and churches. He brings fresh energy, inspiring others to overcome obstacles and achieve their dreams.

Listen in this week and be inspired to act and let’s change the world one step at a time.

The truth of the matter, one is the loneliest number . . . and success comes in twos and threes, it never comes alone.

According to research conducted by Dr. Phil, Psychologist and TV Host, there was a study of over 1,000 cases of thriving individuals in their chosen fields . . . none of them became successful alone.

Each person shared that they were surrounded with a great team in attaining such a high level of achievement.

This week Patty and Lisa chat with speaker, author and visionary leader, Nancy Beach. For over 20 years, Beach served as the Programming Director for Willow Creek Community Church in suburban Chicago. Beach is driven to see herself and others flourish in ministry-in community-in their personal lives.

Listen with us and let’s learn from Nancy Beach and be encouraged to seize moments in our everyday life and reach our full potential as children of God—of course never alone!