You Are You

Dreams, desires, and doubts -- the joy of talking with God about it all. This week, a pep talk on how we are all so loved and wanted by God, and how to rise up and live, rule, serve with the full authority he’s given us. Our voice, presence, encouragement can make a big difference. May we enjoy walking so closely with God we hear his whispers — and have fun, everyday, partnering with him.

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This week, on joining God's mosaic masterpiece aka what I've learned organizing a charity walk for 300. On working with people at different levels, why it’s OK to withdraw sometimes (follow the Holy Spirit), how to handle adult peer pressure even in the church, and seeking God about helping vulnerable populations this season.

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God writes no boring adventures, romances — or satires. What chapter is God writing just for you this season?

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New year, new habits, new weariness -- new opportunities to rely on God and transform.

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Our God is generous. Also, is anything too hard for him?

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Ready to give your 2026 to Jesus... or praying you love him more? A gentle heart talk reminding us of the truth that there's nothing more powerful than God and his great love for us. Whatever we're facing, hoping for, struggling with, our Lord's arms are the best place to be.

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A pep talk reminding us of the power of faith in God -- and of speaking life not death (Proverbs 18:21). The more we pray, the more we partner with God on what he wants to do. And isn’t this our reason for living??

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When it comes to stewarding our talents, if we waited until we were feeling 100% to act, we probably wouldn’t act that much. And the Bible doesn’t have examples of perfect apostles, right? 

Peter and Paul were out there preaching the gospel probably with sore feet and dry skin because they lived for more than their comfort.

So in this week's episode, let's talk about:

💗 Finishing our 2025 ‘God said’ lists

💗 Answering the “Where do you see this going?” question

💗 Getting in position for 2026

Lord, we know as we obey you, you’re preparing us for 2026 and beyond. We’re excited — and we love you.

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As I sat down to prepare this episode, I asked God if I should skip this week. Ahead of the last few episodes, I felt lessons and experiments pour out! But this was one of those “I feel like I’m still going through it, not sure I have anything to say” kind of weeks. Then I felt him say to write from the heart… so here is an untraditional yet Advent-y episode about surrendering, obeying, and hoping in Jesus. Preparing for Jesus’s birthday is ultimately about giving him the glory due his name, amen? And sometimes, we need to go back to basics.

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A few years ago, God highlighted to me that I wasn’t thinking about supporting community members in need as much as I should, especially since he clearly calls us to love our neighbour. Proverbs 28:27 says, “Whoever gives to the poor will lack nothing, but those who close their eyes to poverty will be cursed.” Whoa! This language might be strong but isn’t meant to shame us. Rather when God highlights his will to us, we have an opportunity to respond, amen?

In this episode, we’ll look at what God says about supporting people experiencing poverty; the impact of financial, gift-in-kind, and gently used donations; and how churches can help. I’ll also share a few stories from my work in the urban non-profit space this year along with a powerful new Fred Victor campaign that asks an important question during this gift-giving season:

“What do you get the person who has nothing?”

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