Grace for the Growth with Courtney Leo

Part 2 of Courtney and Nick’s wedding recap dives into the sacred and joyful moments of their ceremony and reception—from a chapel filled with acapella worship to a golden-hour send-off and heartfelt family dances. Their story shows what it looks like to plan a wedding around faith, community, and authentic choices rather than tradition.

Key Takeaways:

• Courtney’s emotional surprise processional song
• Entire room participated in acapella worship
• The Holy Spirit’s presence marked the ceremony deeply.
• Holy Spirit-filled moment that nearly turned into a full worship service
• They reshaped traditions to reflect who they are and what matters to them.
• Overall theme: Do your wedding your way, with intention

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Courtney and Nick look back on the moments leading up to their wedding day as they celebrate one year of marriage. They share the peace, excitement, and spiritual covering that defined the entire week—from meaningful time with friends and family, to their emotional first look, to an unforgettable pre-ceremony prayer that set the tone for their covenant. This is Part 1 of a two-part wedding reflection, capturing the beauty, normalcy, and holiness woven into the day.

Key Takeaways:

• Both felt peace and confidence going into marriage.
• They credit their wedding planner with reducing stress.
• Special moments with family made the morning meaningful.
• Their first look was emotional and set to live piano.
• A powerful prayer with 40+ loved ones became the highlight of the day.
• The Holy Spirit’s presence deeply marked their wedding and marriage.

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Courtney unpacks how many of us mistake control for hope and why that leaves us discouraged. She reframes hope as an open-handed partnership with God that can hold mystery, wrestle like Jacob, and stay grounded in His promises even when outcomes shift.

This episode answers:

• What is the difference between wishing and biblical hope?
• How do I find the moment I stopped hoping and start again?
• Why does over-attachment to “the one” outcome drain my hope?
• How can I hold God’s promises while releasing my timelines?
• What does open-handed, wonder-filled hope look like day to day?

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Courtney shares her thoughts on why August feels like an "in-between" month and uses that metaphor to discuss bigger life transitions. She reflects on her own experiences and those of her clients who struggle with change, especially single women afraid to fully enjoy life. Through it all, she encourages women to stay curious, pursue peace, and trust that God is writing a good story.

This episode answers:

• Why do life transitions feel so disorienting?
• Can I enjoy my single life and still hope for marriage?
• Is fear of “loving life too much” holding me back?
• What does it look like to pursue peace over fear?
• How do I take bold steps without knowing the full outcome?

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Courtney shares the story of going from 9 years without dating to a whirlwind summer of 50 first dates - and everything she learned along the way. From overcoming fear to embracing friendship, she shares practical and spiritual insights that can help any Christian woman date with more confidence and clarity.

Key Takeaways:

• Dating is just a conversation, not a contract.
• Start by asking, “Would I want to be friends with this person?”
• Your body, safety, and sense of identity matter.
• Practice helps ease fear, but preparation matters too.
• Focus on becoming the person who’s ready for the relationship you desire.

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Courtney reflects on one year of full-time self-employment after nearly five years of building in the margins. She shares her journey from starting with a $100 spreadsheet gig during quarantine to running a thriving coaching business. With honesty, humor, and wisdom, she talks about the importance of starting before you're ready, embracing pivots, redefining success, and trusting God through every season.

Key Takeaways:

• Starting messy is better than never starting.
• You don’t need to quit your job to build your dream.
• Pivoting doesn’t mean failure - it’s positioning.
• Define what success looks like for you.- Obedience to God can sustain more than your best marketing.

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Are you living like your life is on pause? Courtney challenges listeners to look at what they might be postponing or idolizing in their waiting season. This episode provides practical and spiritual encouragement to live fully - today.

This episode answers:

- What does it look like to “live in the waiting room”?

- How do we know if we’ve made the future an idol?

- What’s the cost of postponing joy and obedience?

- How can we embrace singleness or transitions with purpose?

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Courtney takes a deep dive into her reflections after six months of marriage, exploring what truly matters and what surprised her most. This episode challenges assumptions and encourages women to reframe how they see singleness and readiness.

What You’ll Learn

• Why friendship, not just romance, is the foundation of marriage
• How self-awareness and healing work in singleness pay off later
• Why “you don’t lose yourself” when you say “I do”
• What purity culture doesn’t prepare you for
• Why being 100% healed before marriage isn’t necessary—or biblical
• The importance of merging lives practically and emotionally
• How to love your single life while still desiring marriage

Quotes from the Episode

• "You don't lose yourself in marriage. You actually create something new."
• "If marriage is the solution to all of your problems, you’re going to be really disappointed."
• "Healing in singleness is never wasted—it equips you for what’s ahead."
• "I am not a marriage pro. I’m just a baby wife reflecting with you from my own story."
• "It’s not 50% + 50% = one. It’s 100% + 100% creating something entirely new."

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Have you ever looked back and realized a small choice led to a massive life change? In this episode, Courtney and Nick explore the “Butterfly Effect”—how the smallest nudges, coffee chats, or Holy Spirit whispers can set off a chain reaction that changes everything. From missed opportunities to divine redirection, this conversation blends storytelling, theology, and humor to help you notice the moments that matter.

🎙️ You’ll hear:

• Real-life examples of butterfly-effect moments in their own relationship and careers
• What the Butterfly Effect is—and what it isn’t
• Encouragement for those in transition or wrestling with purpose
• Honest thoughts about free will, God's sovereignty, and anxiety around choices

💡 If you’ve ever wondered if your small acts matter, this one’s for you.

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Sometimes the most powerful episodes come from unplanned conversations. Courtney and Nick open up about their early dating journey and use it to reflect on deeper questions of trust, trauma, and emotional safety. What happens when you’re late to a first date? How does past trauma affect the way we show up in relationships? And can holding hands really mean something more?

Questions this episode answers:

• How do our past stories affect how we date?
• What does it mean to take emotional “data” in dating?
• How do we distinguish between nerves and red flags?
• Why does healthy love sometimes feel... boring?
• What’s “story engagement” and how can it help us grow?

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