Sharing today about when we first moved to Oklahoma and expecting our first baby, and how a friend impacted my life.

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Because I'm a writer, I have what's called an agent. She encourages me in my writing and in my messages. And she's also someone who follows Jesus...

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While it might not always feel the best, I'm really thankful for my friends who I can count on to tell me the truth.

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We talk a lot about how to be a good friend, but we don't always talk about the kinds of friends we should be looking for. Julie shares the story of wanting to be friends with the 'popular' kids, thinking that would make them good friends.

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We’re diving deeper into the idea of peace, shining a spotlight on Jesus as the ultimate "Prince of Peace." He serves up a tranquility that totally overshadows the chaos of the world. That kind of peace is so big. That kind of peace is so much bigger than all the things that happen in this world, and He even overcomes all the ways that we mess up. How amazing is that?

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We're exploring peace this week! Did you know that true peace, provided by God, can exist even in the middle of challenges? That goes against the idea that peace is only possible in the absence of problems. Trusting that God is in control and His plan is always perfect will help you find peace.

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Here's the thing, there are going to be some things in life that are hard, and difficult, and really challenging, but it doesn't mean that God has forgotten about you. You can still have peace. God can make a way. He can show you that even when the problems are real, the peace can be real too because He's in it with you. 

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True peace and tranquility comes from hanging out with God, and putting your trust in Him. Using Jonah as a cautionary tale, we're reminded that dodging divine plans is about as effective as running from a shadow, so to tackle anxiety like a champ, Julie shares her "three rule" technique: focus on three things you can see, 3 things you can hear, and 3 ways to move your body. So, buckle up and let God take the wheel for some serious peace of mind!

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It's not wrong to make plans and have ideas and dreams for the future, but be sure to add trusting God with it to the top of the list... Trusting Him with your future is the best way to move into your future.

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Today, I want to talk about trusting God when you are scared. Do you know the top three things people are afraid of? Let's find out!

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