The (in)courage Podcast

"It's easy for me to thank God and move on to the next thing. It's easy for me to just expect Him to meet my needs and forget to thank Him altogether. It's easy for thankfulness to have no impact on my life at all.
 
 That's where the fight is. That's where we die to our flesh and let the Holy Spirit live through us. May we continue to learn the ways of gratitude so we can easily resist the ways of this world.
 
 Thankfulness is where God meets us."

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Summary

In this episode of the (in)courage Podcast, Becky Keife interviews Susan Goss, author of the devotional journal 'Faith, Love, Forgiveness.' They discuss Susan's background as a licensed professional counselor and her journey into writing and speaking. They also explore the importance of faith, love, and forgiveness in the Christian faith and how they are interconnected. Susan shares a forgiveness process and encourages listeners to invite God into their journey of forgiveness. The episode concludes with prayer.

Takeaways

• True forgiveness is a supernatural act that requires God's help.
• Journaling can be a powerful tool for hearing God's voice and processing emotions.
• A forgiveness process can help release the burden of unforgiveness and lead to freedom.

Links:

• Find the free Forgiveness Process to print out: https://www.tangibletruthministries.com/resources
• Read Susan's excerpt from earlier this week and be entered to win a copy of Faith, Love, Forgiveness: https://incourage.me/?p=239691 
• Pick up your copy of Faith, Love, Forgiveness Devotional Journal: https://www.dayspring.com/susan-goss-faith-love-forgiveness-devotional-journal 

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"May the light take over the dark. Some days it’s hard. Some days the addictions seem to be winning. But we just keep on singing "Amazing Grace" and holding each other’s hands and praying for the light to take over the dark.
 
 And it always does."

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In our book, 100 Days of Strength in Any Struggle, you’ll discover where strength really comes from—Jesus, who holds everything together. Learn to find Him right in the middle of it, ready to strengthen you and give you rest. Order your copy today at incourage.me/podcast! 

The (in)courage podcast is brought to you by DaySpring. For over 50 years, DaySpring has created quality cards, books, and gifts that help you live your faith. Find out more at DaySpring.com.

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"God sees the real us no matter the mess of our home, hair, health, or circumstances.

Jesus is the one to stretch out a hand. The one to meet us exactly where and as we are. The one who goes first with empathy and care and kindness. The one who makes us feel so confidently loved that we can shed our fears and boldly proclaim that love."

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In our book, 100 Days of Strength in Any Struggle, you’ll discover where strength really comes from—Jesus, who holds everything together. Learn to find Him right in the middle of it, ready to strengthen you and give you rest. Order your copy today at incourage.me/podcast! 

The (in)courage podcast is brought to you by DaySpring. For over 50 years, DaySpring has created quality cards, books, and gifts that help you live your faith. Find out more at DaySpring.com.

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"We don’t need platitudes for our pain; we need compassion. If you’re in a season that has gone on way past its expiration date, perhaps so long you’re tired of the word “season” altogether, I am here to sit with you and accept that this is hard. This is hard, and we don’t know what will come next. But we’re here together, and so is our Lord."

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In our book, 100 Days of Strength in Any Struggle, you’ll discover where strength really comes from—Jesus, who holds everything together. Learn to find Him right in the middle of it, ready to strengthen you and give you rest. Order your copy today at incourage.me/podcast! 

The (in)courage podcast is brought to you by DaySpring. For over 50 years, DaySpring has created quality cards, books, and gifts that help you live your faith. Find out more at DaySpring.com.

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"How strong is your faith? Do you feel His love for you? Are you expressing His love to those around you? Are you forgiving yourself for the past? Are you accepting God’s mercy with an open heart?
 
 One of the most wonderful things about God is . . . He doesn’t expect perfection. In fact, He knows it’s not possible. The two of us have not always gotten it right either. But it’s in those moments when we feel unsettled, like it’s all falling apart on us, that we have learned to turn to God. To have a heart-to-heart with Him. To ask Him to strengthen our faith, to fill us with His love, and to release us from the pain of unforgiveness. Maybe it’s time for you to have this type of honest conversation with your Creator."

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In our book, 100 Days of Strength in Any Struggle, you’ll discover where strength really comes from—Jesus, who holds everything together. Learn to find Him right in the middle of it, ready to strengthen you and give you rest. Order your copy today at incourage.me/podcast! 

The (in)courage podcast is brought to you by DaySpring. For over 50 years, DaySpring has created quality cards, books, and gifts that help you live your faith. Find out more at DaySpring.com.

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"Find comfort in the promise that the One who made you offers the most genuine kind of belonging. God knows us fully and completely. God genuinely enjoys being in our presence. Like being lost in a good book or an unexpectedly delightful conversation with friends, we can experience God's deep, abiding love anytime, anywhere. This sense of belonging, this feeling of being known and loved, is what I strive for in my human relationships, and this divine belonging is what I find solace in when those relationships sometimes fall a little short."

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In our book, 100 Days of Strength in Any Struggle, you’ll discover where strength really comes from—Jesus, who holds everything together. Learn to find Him right in the middle of it, ready to strengthen you and give you rest. Order your copy today at incourage.me/podcast! 

The (in)courage podcast is brought to you by DaySpring. For over 50 years, DaySpring has created quality cards, books, and gifts that help you live your faith. Find out more at DaySpring.com.

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• Email us at [email protected].

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Summary

In this bonus episode of the (in)courage podcast, host Becky Keife interviews author Jenny Erlingsson about her debut novel, 'Her Part to Play.' They discuss the inspiration behind the book, the importance of storytelling, and the inclusion of racial and cultural diversity in Christian fiction. Jenny shares how writing fiction was her first love and how God gave her permission to pursue it. She also talks about the significance of following the desires of our hearts and finding delight in the things that bring us joy.

Takeaways

• Writing fiction was Jenny Erlingsson's first love, and she believes that storytelling is a powerful way to communicate truth and engage readers.
• Including racial and cultural diversity in Christian fiction is important because it reflects the beauty and diversity of the kingdom of God.
• God is concerned about the desires of our hearts and delights in giving us the desires that align with His will.
• Finding delight in the things that bring us joy is important, even if they don't fit into the traditional idea of productivity or achievement.
• Following the desires of our hearts can lead to unexpected blessings and opportunities.

Links

• Read Jenny's post from earlier this week and be entered to win a copy of Her Part to Play: https://incourage.me/?p=239447 
• Pick up your copy of Jenny's debut novel, Her Part to Play: https://jennyerlingsson.com/herparttoplay/ 

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"Giving people the benefit of the doubt gives life to all your relationships. Not giving the benefit of the doubt will strangle the life right out of them. While genuine relationship problems need to be addressed, being hard to offend will draw folks to you like a bee to honey."

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In our book, 100 Days of Strength in Any Struggle, you’ll discover where strength really comes from—Jesus, who holds everything together. Learn to find Him right in the middle of it, ready to strengthen you and give you rest. Order your copy today at incourage.me/podcast! 

The (in)courage podcast is brought to you by DaySpring. For over 50 years, DaySpring has created quality cards, books, and gifts that help you live your faith. Find out more at DaySpring.com.

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"We can let life’s hurdles and hardships be like arrows pointing us deeper to the heart of Jesus.

Imagine Jesus leaning in close and saying,
 
 Yes, in all things my Father works for the good of those who love Him. (Romans 8:28)
 
 Yes, daughters, do not grow weary or lose heart. I endured the cross so you can endure whatever you face. (Hebrews 12:1-3)
 
 Yes, don’t give up! In me you will never be overcome or crushed. Affliction and persecution will come but in Me you’ll find unending joy and unconditional love. (2 Corinthians 4:7-18)
 
Jesus isn’t advocating for us to shove hard things under the rug or slap on a mask of false positivity. No, He’s offering us the truth:
 
When we rely on God all things really are possible – and our capacity for resiliency is just one example.
 
We can allow disappointment and bitterness to choke out our zest for life and trust in God. Or we can let life’s hurdles and hardships be like arrows pointing us deeper to the heart of Jesus."

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In our book, 100 Days of Strength in Any Struggle, you’ll discover where strength really comes from—Jesus, who holds everything together. Learn to find Him right in the middle of it, ready to strengthen you and give you rest. Order your copy today at incourage.me/podcast! 

The (in)courage podcast is brought to you by DaySpring. For over 50 years, DaySpring has created quality cards, books, and gifts that help you live your faith. Find out more at DaySpring.com.

Connect with (in)courage:

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• Website for the (in)courage library, to meet our contributors, and to access the archives.
• Email us at [email protected].

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