You Don't Have To Be Perfect Podcast with Vanessa Luu

If you feel overwhelmed and pressured often, you'll want to listen.

If you're a lover of God's word, then you'll want to listen.

Either way, you will be blessed, encouraged, and empowered by this episode!

We talked about: 

-Focusing on feelings versus truth.

-What does God say about self-love?

-How to understand the Bible better.

-Tips on how to study the Bible.

-How easy it is to be deceived, and even so much more.

More about Tina:

Tina Reale is, first and foremost, a servant of Christ. As a devotional writer, Tina seeks to share uplifting words rooted in God's Word. Her devotional messages point to Scripture in an easy-to-understand and no-fluff way, helping women grow in their understanding of the Bible and inspiring them to stand firm in their faith no matter the changes in culture or circumstance. Her first devotional book, Come and See: Pursuing Christ's Presence and the Power of the Gospel in Your Everyday Life is now available. Tina lives in the North Georgia Mountains with her husband and two children. Connect with Tina on her website at www.tinareale.com and on Instagram @tinareale.

Need Help in understanding the Bible in a down-to-earth way? Grab Come and See (link above) or The Relevant Old Testament (link below). 😃

The Relevant Old Testament by Vanessa Luu

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Other Resources:

You Don't Have To Be Perfect by Vanessa Luu

Truth and Tools Workbook by Vanessa Luu

To Support

Leave a review and help spread the word about this uplifting podcast. You can also support it financially here:

https://anchor.fm/vanessa-luu 

Inside today’s podcast, I have with me Jen Croce. Jen is a wife and mother and church administrator who loves singing, writing, reading, humor, design, and more.

What a wonderful time we had talking about how we prioritize all the good godly things in our lives, how to stop overthinking, and finding strength in God's living Word. There were many other juicy morsels I know you'll enjoy so tune in and join the conversation!

More about Jen:

Jennifer Croce was born and raised in Southern California, God and family are the most important to her. She has been married for 15 years to her Navy Veteran husband Chris and loves spending time with her buddy (only child) Gwyneth.  Jen is involved in her church, Adonai Worship Ministries, and loves to sing and play the piano there. She obtained her Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Phoenix in Information Technology - Visual Communication and studied Computer Science at San Diego State University. While at San Diego State University she was a part of the Scholars Without Borders Honor Society. Jen believes in lifelong learning and continues to pursue educational goals for her ministry. She enjoys writing and encouraging others through her blog and social media sites. Her hobbies include reading, writing, music, volunteering, traveling, humor, tea, design, and tech.

Connect with Jen!

Website: www.crushingnewwine.com

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Other Resources:

You Don't Have To Be Perfect by Vanessa Luu

Truth and Tools Workbook by Vanessa Luu

The Relevant Old Testament by Vanessa Luu

To Support

Leave a review and help spread the word about this uplifting podcast. You can also support it financially here:

https://anchor.fm/vanessa-luu 

Inside today's podcast, I have with me, Rachael Groll. Rachael is Ordained pastor, author, wife, mother and missionary. She has written her new Bible study, She Hears: Learning to Listen to Jesus, to help women grow in their understanding of how God sees them to discover the purpose He has for their lives.

We talk about:

This episode is jam-packed with goodness! I love it!

Truth Bombs!

We avoid vulnerability for at least two reasons. 1. We fear facing our true self. 2 We fear the rejection of others. But if you can't be honest with yourself and before God, nothing will change.

"If Jesus validates me, it doesn't matter what anyone else says. I can walk in the confidence of what Jesus says!" -Rachael Groll

Connect with Rachael!

  Website: Shehears.org

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Other Resources:

You Don't Have To Be Perfect by Vanessa Luu

Truth and Tools Workbook by Vanessa Luu

The Relevant Old Testament by Vanessa Luu

To Support

Leave a review and help spread the word about this uplifting podcast. You can also support it financially here:

https://anchor.fm/vanessa-luu 

Courtnaye and I love reading the Bible, not because there is something extra special about us, but because we've experienced the transforming power of God's written word! Some have claimed that reading the Bible comes easier to me than it does to them, but in truth, it has nothing to do with me! It's not about what I'm good at or what you're good at its about this: Who do you love, who do you want to hear from, how do you want to live, who do you want to love?

IF you are seeking your Creator He's not going to hide from you. But I find that 'we' spend so much time and energy trying to find our own way. We spend decades on it and all the while God has it all figured out.

More about Courtnaye:

Inside today’s podcast, I have with me Courtnaye Richard. Courtnaye is the founder of Inside Out Media Group, LLC - a faith-based PR, Marketing & Mentorship Agency. In her 15 years of experience, she has worked with platforms such as PBS, CBN, TCT, Yahoo, including local television and print publications. Courtnaye is also the founder of Inside Out with Courtnaye, a ministry that helps women grow in Christ while equipping them for their calling. She is an author, contributing writer for ibelieve.com and YouVersion. Her speaking appearances include She Speaks, FlourishWriters, and Entrusted Women’s Conference. Her blog, Inside Out with Courtnaye reaches thousands of women across the globe!

Scripture References: James 1:22. Colossians 3:2

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Other Resources:

You Don't Have To Be Perfect by Vanessa Luu

Truth and Tools Workbook by Vanessa Luu

The Relevant Old Testament by Vanessa Luu

To Support

Leave a review and help spread the word about this uplifting podcast. You can also support it financially here:

https://anchor.fm/vanessa-luu 

Have you ever tried to read the Bible but get discouraged (or uninterested) because you don't understand it?  Chelle and I have experience this before, but now we can't get enough of God's Word!  Want to know how that happened??

Tune into today's episode!

p.s. I invite you to check out The Relevant Old Testament- Illuminating Lessons from Imperfect People if you have struggled to understand the Bible or find it dull. ;-) The Relevant Old Testament by Vanessa Luu

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“The Bible is the only book you'll ever read where you will always always always learn something new.” -Dawn Michelle Michals

I loved this interview! There are so many golden nuggets inside!

Two of my favorite nuggets were: Why is it so hard to trust God? & God’s time is not my time, but He's at work every minute.

More about Chelle:

Dawn Michelle Michals is a Christian author, freelance writer, and musician based in Central Texas. She’s been a homeschooling mom for eight years and now has tasted freedom as her daughter has returned to public school. Chelle writes regularly about Jesus, the Christian path and in support of social justice and economic and food security for all people. Her focus: To show God’s love to the world.

Connect with Dawn (Chelle)!

www.facebook.com/dmmwrites

www.twitter.com/dmmwrites

www.instagram.com/dmmwrites

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawn-michelle-michals-33bb4278

And, here's the Facebook Group for busy people who want to write!

www.facebook.com/groups/letswritealready

Christian Author | Freelance Writing | Music

*THE SECRETS OF CLAYMORE CASTLE* Now LIVE on Kindle Vella! Here's the link! https://www.amazon.com/kindle-vella/product/B098PQWPJD

"6 Days with Matthew 6" Devotional now on Amazon!  https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B09M7GHT7D/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_RGPN1FY5XAQVF6RGH5GG

Read my writing (Current posts and published articles) at www.dawnmichellemichals.com

Listen to my music at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6oiMnh7hOLc2wyJsqOZccw

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Other Resources:

You Don't Have To Be Perfect by Vanessa Luu

Truth and Tools Workbook by Vanessa Luu

BRAND NEW The Relevant Old Testament by Vanessa Luu

website: bodysoulandmind.info

“The Bible is the only book you'll ever read where you will always always always learn something new.” -Dawn Michelle Michals

I loved this interview! There are so many golden nuggets inside!

Two of my favorite nuggets were: Why is it so hard to trust God? & God’s time is not my time, but He's at work every minute.

More about Chelle:

Dawn Michelle Michals is a Christian author, freelance writer, and musician based in Central Texas. She’s been a homeschooling mom for eight years and now has tasted freedom as her daughter has returned to public school. Chelle writes regularly about Jesus, the Christian path and in support of social justice and economic and food security for all people. Her focus: To show God’s love to the world.

Connect with Dawn (Chelle)!

www.facebook.com/dmmwrites

www.twitter.com/dmmwrites

www.instagram.com/dmmwrites

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawn-michelle-michals-33bb4278

And, here's the Facebook Group for busy people who want to write!

www.facebook.com/groups/letswritealready

Christian Author | Freelance Writing | Music

*THE SECRETS OF CLAYMORE CASTLE* Now LIVE on Kindle Vella! Here's the link! https://www.amazon.com/kindle-vella/product/B098PQWPJD

"6 Days with Matthew 6" Devotional now on Amazon!  https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B09M7GHT7D/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_RGPN1FY5XAQVF6RGH5GG

Read my writing (Current posts and published articles) at www.dawnmichellemichals.com

Listen to my music at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6oiMnh7hOLc2wyJsqOZccw

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Other Resources:

You Don't Have To Be Perfect by Vanessa Luu

Truth and Tools Workbook by Vanessa Luu

The Relevant Old Testament by Vanessa Luu

Is God’s Word Offensive?

In this episode, we are picking up where we left off last week. We discuss spiritual maturity, the offensiveness of the Bible, judgement, fully relying on Jesus, persecution, and more.

Join in on the conversation!

Dawn is a speaker, writer and blogger. She is the founder of The Faith to Flourish, a ministry that equips women to thrive by providing inspiring teaching, coaching and biblical resources to help them cultivate resilient faith, grow through adversity and live transformed lives.

As part of the mission of The Faith to Flourish, she also ministers to women with loved ones struggling with addiction, mental health issues and life-destructive behaviors. Dawn is the co-author of the book “Still Standing After All the Tears Workbook: Faith in the Battle Edition. She has been married to her husband, Steve, for over forty years and is mom to three adult children. It is her passion to help all women grow in their faith as they learn to better understand the Bible and how to apply it to their lives.

Connect with Dawn Ward

https://www.thefaithtoflourish.com/

IG: @thefaithtoflourishblog

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Other Resources:

You Don't Have To Be Perfect by Vanessa Luu

Truth and Tools Workbook by Vanessa Luu

The Relevant Old Testament by Vanessa Luu

To Support

Leave a review and help spread the word about this uplifting podcast. You can also support it financially here:

https://anchor.fm/vanessa-luu 

Did you know that the Holy Spirit is your teacher?

You don’t need to be intimidated by God’s word. If you are willing, the Holy Spirit will guide to through it with understanding!

God will not hide Himself from you.

We will be students for the rest of our lives. You don’t need to worry about understanding everything right away. Take a step with God day by day.

Inside today’s podcast, I have with me, Dawn Ward. Dawn is a speaker, writer, and blogger. She is the founder of The Faith to Flourish, a ministry that equips women to thrive by providing inspiring teaching, coaching, and biblical resources to help them cultivate resilient faith, grow through adversity, and live transformed lives.

As part of the mission of The Faith to Flourish, she also ministers to women with loved ones struggling with addiction, mental health issues, and life-destructive behaviors. Dawn is the co-author of the book “Still Standing After All the Tears Workbook: Faith in the Battle Edition. She has been married to her husband, Steve, for over forty years and is mom to three adult children. It is her passion to help all women grow in their faith as they learn to better understand the Bible and how to apply it to their lives.

Connect with Dawn Here!

https://www.thefaithtoflourish.com/

IG: @thefaithtoflourishblog

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Other Resources:

You Don't Have To Be Perfect by Vanessa Luu

Truth and Tools Workbook by Vanessa Luu

BRAND NEW The Relevant Old Testament by Vanessa Luu

website: bodysoulandmind.info

To Support

Leave a review and help spread the word about this uplifting podcast. You can also support it financially here:

https://anchor.fm/vanessa-luu 

Inside today’s podcast, I have invited back Melissa Robinson. Melissa is a wife & stay-at-home mom of two boys. She enjoys gardening, nature photography & spending time with her family. She also loves to write & encourages others to grow in their faith through her blog, my hills, and valleys.

Have you felt disconnected from God's Joy?

Tune into this episode for a rich and nourishing conversation in truth and love.

We deal with hormones, depression, feeling emotional, anxiety, but God.

Choosing joy and choosing truth is an option for every believer. It's not easy at times, but we can make it a choice.

Why Melissa Reads the Bible:

Connect with Melissa here!

https://myhillsandvalleys.com/

IG: https://instagram.com/myhillsandvalleys?utm_medium=copy_link

Are you intimidated by the Bible?  If so, I wrote The Relevant Old Testament for you! This Bible study opens your eyes to the life that God has given us through the power of His Word! This resource helps the reader connect and relate to the Old Testament characters and brings our Sunday School characters off of the flannel graph and into our hearts. Generally, professing Christians don't spend a lot of time in God's word if any time at all.

The Bible has been called irrelevant and outdated, and this book and the rest that follow are here to disprove that belief. Beyond this, readers can expect a deeper, more intimate relationship with the One True God.

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Other Resources:

You Don't Have To Be Perfect by Vanessa Luu

Truth and Tools Workbook by Vanessa Luu

BRAND NEW The Relevant Old Testament by Vanessa Luu

website: bodysoulandmind.info

To Support

Leave a review and help spread the word about this uplifting podcast. You can also support it financially here:

https://anchor.fm/vanessa-luu 

Inside today’s podcast, I have with me Bianca. Bianca is a busy Mom. She teaches, plays with her kids as well as coaches football! She codes (and has created a really stellar app), posts amusing reels on Instagram rooted in truth, disciples women, and runs a home church.

If you have often wondered how necessary it is to read the Bible tune into this episode!

On a scale of 1-10 Bianca considers the Bible a 14 on the importance scale! So yeah, she definitely knows that the Bible is essential!

Even hormones make their way into this conversation. If you’re a woman and a believer you’ll definitely want to tune in!

Connect with Bianca here!

https://www.instagram.com/grittyfaith/?hl=en

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Other Resources:

You Don't Have To Be Perfect by Vanessa Luu

Truth and Tools Workbook by Vanessa Luu

BRAND NEW The Relevant Old Testament by Vanessa Luu

website: bodysoulandmind.info

To Support

Leave a review and help spread the word about this uplifting podcast. You can also support it financially here:

https://anchor.fm/vanessa-luu