חֲזַק (Pronunciation: kha-ZAK) is the Hebrew word for “be bold.” Today’s episode is five ways to move forward in boldness.

Resources from this episode:

Dwell Bible App Discount 

Hosanna Revival Christian Standard Bible

ESV Journaling Bible 

Women of the Word by Jen Wilkin

Jen Wilkin Sermon on the Mount Bible Study

Free Hillsdale College Constitution 101 Course

Turning Point USA Homeschool Curriculum

1 Thessalonians Chapter 4

Work & Play Episode 5: Calling vs. Assignment 

James 4:14

Rhythms Reset

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Today I honor the life and death of my brother in Christ, Charlie Kirk. I also admit that I don’t always get it right on this podcast and platform and I share some Scripture and some resources that might help you if you’re confused about what people are saying and are searching for some truth.

Resources from this episode:

Rhythms Reset

The Charlie Kirk Show 

Charlie at My Church

Turning Point USA

Joshua 1:9

1 Peter 3:15 

1 Corinthians 15:58

Allie Beth Stuckey Justice Episode

Erika Kirk Addressing the Nation 

Echo Unafraid

Amir Odum YouTube Video

Charlie on a College Campus: Video 1

Charlie on a College Campus: Video 2

Charlie on a College Campus: Video 3

Some Thoughts I Agree With

John 14:6

John 14:27

2 Timothy Chapter 3

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Dwell Bible App Discount

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Today’s episode is all about how to be proactive versus being reactive.

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Verity Conference (Use code: NANCYRAY15 for 15% off) 

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey 

Free Weekly Checklist!

Rhythms Reset

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Dwell Bible App Discount

Visit my Cornerstore!

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I was reading through 1 Peter the other morning and this verse just stuck out at me. 1 Peter 1:13 - “Therefore, prepare your minds for action. Be sober-minded and set your hope fully on the grace that will be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ.” Today’s episode is just me sharing a little bit of what I feel like the Lord has been teaching me lately, specifically about this verse and the importance of our minds.

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1 Peter 1:13 

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Rhythms Reset

Dwell Bible App Discount

Isaiah 26:3 

Marco Polo

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Today I got to sit down with my friend, Kate Strickler of Naptime Kitchen, and talk all about some of our favorite things, recipes, practical things we love, but especially her new book, I Just Wish I Had a Bigger Kitchen. We talk a lot about the theme of contentment, which you guys know is dear to my heart. I’m so excited for you to listen to our conversation today.

Resources from this episode:

25% Off Dwell Bible App 

Episode 056 - Meal Planning Made Fun with Kate from Naptime Kitchen 

The Home Reset 

I Just Wish I Had a Bigger Kitchen Book by Kate Strickler

Naptime Kitchen Overnight Oatmeal

Naptime Kitchen Honey Butter Crockpot Chicken

Naptime Kitchen Greek-ish Crockpot Chicken

Naptime Kitchen Daily Green Smoothie

Hawaiian Roll Cinnamon Roll Recipe

Over the Door Organizer

Naptime Kitchen Website

Kate Strickler on Instagram 

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I met my friend Rachel at a retreat a little over a year ago and we were fast friends. She is a fellow podcaster and now an author. Today, I’m having her on the Work and Play podcast to talk all about her new book and some big sister advice that you are not going to want to miss.

Resources from this episode:

Rachel Awtrey Website

Follow Rachel on Instagram

Real Talk with Rachel Awtrey Podcast

Soul Camp

Love Your Life book by Rachel Awtrey

Your Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk M.D. 

Big Sis Advice 

Just Do Something by Kevin DeYoung

Psalm 68:3

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Today’s episode is all about traveling with kids. We’ve been at this for a while and I’m so excited to share all of my tips + three lists that I cannot do without.

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25% Off Dwell Bible App

Walker Family Goods Duffel Bags

Lalabu Baby Wrap

Travel White Noise Machine

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Jared Plummer is the founder of Two Roosters Ice Cream, a popular and delicious ice cream shop with eight locations here in the Raleigh area that everyone is crazy about. They have their standard menu of favorites, but they also rotate their guest flavors every month. If you caught my last episode, you’ll know that their July flavors feature local podcasters and the Work and Play podcast is one of them. Today, you’re going to get to hear from Jared as we talk all about Two Roosters and what work and play looks like in his world.

Resources from this episode:

Two Roosters Ice Cream

Send Nancy a Voice Message!

Work and Play Episode 026 - My Favorite Business Book of All Time

Traction by Gino Wickman

The Advantage by Patrick Lencioni

Kelsey Plummer with Raymond James

C12 Business Forums

Ecclesiastes 11:1-5

Visit my Cornerstore!

Ice Cream Scooper Recommended by Jared

Nancy Ray Website

Nancy Ray on Instagram

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Are you ready?! I don’t think you’re ready. This is such a fun summer announcement! Work and Play is officially an ice cream flavor! Today, I am bringing on some special guests to share all about how the Work and Play podcast has been turned into ice cream, literally.

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Two Roosters Ice Cream

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Nancy Ray Website

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This episode is all about my summer of less.

Resources from this episode:

We Make Space by Melissa Helser

John 3:30 

New Life Camp

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Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis

Glass Food Storage Containers 

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