You know the cycle: You start the day already exhausted and end it defeated, all the while telling yourself things will get better if you can just power through this week. But then the weeks turn into months, and you start to believe you'll never be able to stop, slow down, or catch your breath. You wouldn't even know how if you tried.

Is this how God intended for us to live? How do we enter into the abundant life God offers us? Best-selling author, pastor, speaker, podcast host, and leader Jess Connolly talks all about this and her journey of writing, “Tired of Being Tired” helped her discover a new way of living.

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She is relatable, honest, practical, wise, and such a breath of breath air.

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Learn more about Jess here: https://www.jessconnolly.com/

Maybe you feel like you don’t have what it takes to walk in the direction God has called you?

Maybe you see others operating in their strengths + gifts and you think, “If only _____ weren’t true”?

Maybe you’re feeling the tug to pursue something or take a leap of faith but the voices of your inner critic, the shame of your past, or the odds in your life don’t seem to be in your favor?

Your brain seems to catalog everything you LACK but you can sense the spirit nudging you as He whispers, “My love is greater still. Follow me.”

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The truth?

God doesn’t qualify the ready; He readies the called. He wants to walk with you + partner with you right where you are. There is no place to “arrive” at before this becomes true; the arrival IS the process itself.

And His abundant plan for you never includes burnout, striving, or overwhelming your capacity in your current season.

He honors.

He covers.

And He sustains.

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Cass talks all about this and more in today’s interview! She is practical, real, and a true trailblazer to help women avoid missing the incredible life God has for them out of a desire to remain impressive to the world.

Two times best-selling author, podcaster, bible teacher, mamapreneur, seminary student, and partner at Her True Worth, Cassandra Speer is a powerhouse. She wears a lot of different hats, but in everything she does, her aim is to remind you that peace and joy are possible, despite the hard. And perhaps, it is actually the hardest moments and seasons of our lives that are the most pivotal for our sanctification.

You can find her new book, “Ready as you are”, everywhere books are sold. Here’s the link on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4c4IDaX

Cass is also the host of the podcast, “Hard & Holy”, available on all streaming platforms.

Her website is https://cassandraspeer.com

Ever feel like you’re working really hard and somehow everyone else is walking in the blessing you’re praying for?

Or maybe you just feel unseen or anonymous and you feel your flesh crying out for significance?

Or maybe you’re tired of waiting and waiting and waiting to hold a promise that has yet to come to fruition?

We dive into this very thing — Allison talks about what it means to choose a life hidden in Christ In a world that equates significance with being seen and excellence with exposure.

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How do we stop conforming and start embracing the FULLNESS of life exactly where we are?

Allison Allen is a speaker, author, creator, podcast host, and a brilliant communicator of the Gospel.

Her greatest desire is to include the themes of purpose, value, and identity as she helps people encounter the wild compassion of God. She has written several books and her most recent study, “Hidden”, dives deep into the truths discussed in this podcast.

She serves as the wing woman on Lisa Harper’s “Backporch theology” podcast, where their greatest hope is to help people understand the Bible in a substantive but not stuffy way.

Learn more about Allison and all her life-giving products here: https://www.allisonallen.net

Follow along with Allison on instagram here: www.instagram.com/allisonallen

Everyone always says, “You shouldn’t operate out of fear.” And I only HALFWAY agree with that. I would clarify and say this: YOu must operate out of the right kind of fear.

We are always operating out of fear of something. It’s how we are wired.

Either we are operating out of worldly fear and that drives us or we are living out of holy fear and that is guiding us.

Fear isn’t a negative thing; it’s WHO and WHAT we fear that determines whether we experience deep abundance or debilitating anxiety.

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In this episode, we dig into the difference…how do we notice when we are living in worldly fear and how do we live in a holy fear that reveres God instead?

What does this look like?

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Your favorite guest is back— my husband!

One of my favorite things about Will is he really ponders things before he speaks and he is so honest. I love hearing his perspective; his security in who he is has helped me learn what it means to really take God at His Word.

We dig into:

• the importance of stillness and why it’s so hard

• Some things we are struggling with/learning in this season

• What it means to get healthy + the importance of boundaries

• Encouragement to anyone asking God, “ummm…what’s your timeline on this?”

Follow along with @cleerelystated for daily encouragement!

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What does it really mean to live intentionally?

How do we build an intentional life, especially in the seasons that feel exhausting, unpredictable, or just downright busy?

How do we find our creativity when life feels mundane?

What is the goal of all our doing?

My dear friend, Christy Nockels, is such a special voice in this world. From leading worship for 3,000 people to cultivating a home of worship for her family, Christy talks about the different seasons of life and how the Holy Spirit has helped her prioritize the sacred in a public life.

She is one of the most intentional, grace-filled, WISE, and tender people I’ve ever met. I’m so grateful we get the chance to learn from her! She has been such a tangible example of how to steward your gift well, while always maintaining the integrity of her soul. Not to mention, her music feels like a massage to your soul, reminding you of who is always in control.

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Follow along with Christy on Instagram here: www.instagram.com/christynockels

Learn more about Christy, her music, her books, and her podcast here: https://www.christynockels.com

You will love this episode with Amy Gannett— we talk motherhood, ministry, and everything in-between. How do we balance it all? Or do we? How do we steward our season well? How do we care about what God cares about?

We also talk about postpartum struggles, body image and just the overall tension of learning to walk in the spirit in a culture that is nonstop and noisy.

You will be encouraged to dig deep, release the pressure from your shoulders, and open your Bible!

Amy is a church planter, a mama, a wife, a speaker and podcaster, and a fellow entrepreneur- she has several businesses including, “Bible Study Schoolhouse” and “Tiny Theologians.” She is a Bible teacher that sits deep into the Word and helps create resources that aid others in digging deep in practical, relatable, and life-giving ways.

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We are backkkkkk!!!!:)

Season 3 is kicking off with a short and sweet episode where we talk about a few things that have really been helpful for me this year and I think could bless you!

The “let them” theory by Mel Robbins— I’m sure you’ve seen it everywhere but it is truly transformational if you walk it out! This theory asks the question, “What is truly my responsibility?”. Let’s just say I didn’t realize how often I was taking responsibility for things that I had ZERO control over!

The power of PRAYER: The Lord has been reminding me of this truth over and over again through my own life and those around me— there is nothing like the power of prayer! Specific prayers open your eyes in ways nothing else can. Bold prayers increase your faith in ways nothing else can. We talk about how I’ve seen this with Sledge’s life!

Healing is a Heavenly process that is unique to each and every situation. How you define it matters greatly in how you experience it.

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I had the privilege and absolute JOY of talking with my new friend, Nancy Ray-- a fellow North Carolina girl and entrepreneur. She is kind, genuine, and full of SO MUCH PRACTICAL WISDOM! As a mama of four and someone who has owned and operated different kinds of businesses, who has learned how to gracefully step away and enter new seasons, Nancy Ray reminds us of the power of seasons. Things change and God has graced us for each one. Nancy digs into some practical rhythms that help her and her family walk in contentment amidst the busyness of life -- in particular, the Sabbath, which has become a crucial part of their every week. You don't want to miss this one! Nancy's calming voice, along with her ability to gently guide as she helps you discern what your God-given territory is --it's a true gift! 

Learn more about Nancy Ray and all her resources, tips, blog, and more here: https://www.nancyray.com/

Follow Nancy Ray on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/nancyray

It’s that time of year! Gatherings and festivities and managing life’s obligations and sometimes, we forget that our peace isn’t negotiable. We get caught up in the hustle of life and the pressure of the world around us, tying our peace to the ever-going ships of people, places + particulars around us instead of the anchor Himself. And though we know it happens, we still find ourself doing it! Frazzled, frustrated, and frantic in spirit, we try to survive the holidays instead of thrive as we experience them. HOW CAN THIS YEAR BE DIFFERENT?! In this episode, we dig into how to revive our peace this holiday season. With Jesus, it IS possible, no matter the circumstance we’re facing or enduring. Let’s commit to pursuing peace, whatever it requires. ‘Tis the season for a new way— a life-giving way— that savors the present + surrenders the unimportant.

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