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- Impact - Gospel Hope For Every Woman.
Oh what a beautiful episode I have for you today!
Inside today’s podcast I have with me Anna Hawkes Cabral. Anna is wife to Luís and mum to three beautiful children named Abigail, Priscila and Daniel. She is part of the leadership team of Vida Nova Church and has a blog and podcast called Unique Mums. Just a few days ago she released her 2nd book, Impact - Gospel Hope For Every Woman. I was blessed enough to get an early read of this book and it is phenomenal! I brought Anna on today to discuss it with us. Anna, thank you so much for coming back to the podcast.
Questions for this podcast:
- Your book reminds us that only our identity in Christ matters. Only His opinion of us holds validity. I know this, and I'm sure many others know this as well, but How do we practice not caring about the opinions of others?
- What inspired you to write this book? It's full of hard truths, which I love. What was the provocation for it?
- You talk about God's intention for us as uniqueness vs. conformity. Can you explain this concept?
- The next question is one of yours, but I'd love to have you answer it. How do we let go of conformity to the world and embrace conformity to Christ?
- Anna, I have been so blessed and encouraged by your book. It's exciting and comforting to know that others in the body of Christ care as much as I do about implementing the word of God in their lives. Where can we find your book, and how can we support you in your journey?
You can find Anna's book on Amazon!
Impact - Gospel Hope For Every Woman.
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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
---Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vanessa-luu/support32 min - Faith Beats FearInside today’s podcast, I have Lakeshia Poole. Lakeshia is the author of five books and currently working on her sixth. She believes that words have the power to change the world. She loves journaling and sharing the gospel of Jesus as a speaker and spending time with family or relaxing on her porch reading.Questions we discussed:How long have you been living with and for Jesus?When and why were you inspired to write your book?(customized designed curriculum for your life.)How has God helped you to overcome fear with faith?Can you offer one practical encouragement today to those stuck in fear?How can we support you and stay connected to your journey?Connect with Lakeshia!lakeshiapoole.com************************Other Resources:You Don't Have To Be Perfect by Vanessa LuuTruth and Tools Workbook by Vanessa LuuThe Relevant Old Testament by Vanessa LuuTo SupportLeave a review and help spread the word about this uplifting podcast. You can also support it financially here:https://anchor.fm/vanessa-luu35 min
- Sabbath Rest
Inside today’s podcast, I have with me, RACHEL FAHRENBACH. Rachel is a writer, speaker, and entrepreneur. She helps Christian fiction writers connect the dots on how they can make an impact and an income from their storytelling while keeping rest a priority. However, today she’s joining us to talk about a Sabbath Rest. She is the author of the guided journal Rest & Reflect and host of the Simply Sabbath podcast & The Business of Christian Fiction podcast. Originally from Chicago, Rachel now resides in Houston with her husband and three kiddos.
God created the Sabbath for us. It’s a gift and a command. So if you’re really tired or worn out I STRONGLY encourage you to listen to this episode. My dynamite guest @r taught me something brand new about the Sabbath in this episode and I’m confident you will too!
Questions in this episode.
- I know you’ve studied the Sabbath and have a lot of info to share with us. What would you say is the most important lesson you’ve learned about the Sabbath?
- Do you think God still cares about the Sabbath. Truly resting in God’s provision. don’t____trust god. Our lives are an invitation to work and rest alongside God.
- 5 R- Simply Sabbath. Com Remember, Reflect, Reconnect, Relax, Rejoice
- Do you have a Sabbath practice? What does it look like?
- How can we support you and stay connected to your journey?
Connect with Rachel!
simplysabbath.com
simplysabbath.com/podcast
simplysabbath.com/sabbathguide
instagram.com/simplysabbath
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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
---Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vanessa-luu/support38 min - Do You Shut Down When Overwhelmed?
Best friends with rest? Too overwhelmed to deal? Unproductive rest? Flight mode. When you feel overwhelmed, do you shut down?
Today’s episode is for you?
Do you let God prioritize your to-do list?
“It’s not that making lists is the wrong things and taking naps is the wrong thing. It’s not one or the other. The answer is, go to God.”
More about Nicole:
First, I am the daughter of the most high God. I am His, and He is mine. I am a wife to an amazing and godly man and a mother to two energetic and loving boys. The Lord called us to relocate from Maryland to Texas three years ago! I am attending The King's University here in Texas, but online. I am an undergraduate for a Bachelor of Ministry Leadership and currently focusing on Ministry Administration. I am passionate about helping people and feel the Lord calling me here. I also have a passion for praying and going to spiritual war through prayer and the power of the Holy Spirit, submitted to Jesus Christ.
My Instagram name is @nicolelynn_warriorprincess because of who I am in Christ. I share about my family, college life, and anything the Lord impresses upon me.
32 min - Tired? Rewrite Your Belief on Rest
Our belief about rest needs to be rewritten. For as long as I've been alive, it's been ingrained into my mind that rest needs to be earned. God does not teach this. He commands that rest be a necessity throughout the course of our lives. It will take some time, but we can rewrite this destructive belief and practice one that aligns with our creator.
Inside today's podcast, I have Leslie Moore. Leslie is a full-time homemaker by day and an aspiring writer by night. Though a teacher by trade, Leslie has the privilege of serving her family in their home in Mississippi. Leslie, her husband, John, and their two children are active in their local church where she serves in a small missions position within their Bible Fellowship class. When the household sleeps, Leslie enjoys bringing historical fiction characters and time periods to life through the prayerful lens of a Christian mind.
Follow Leslie on IG:
https://instagram.com/lesliemoorewrites?igshid=NzNkNDdiOGI=
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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
---Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/vanessa-luu/support33 min - Do You Believe You Need to Earn Your Rest?
Inside today's podcast, I have with me Leslie Moore. Leslie is joining our conversation on what to do when you're tired.
Do you feel like you have to earn your rest?
We are supposed to do the work God has called us to do but is the work that consumes your day the work that God has called you to do??
Good question, right? We discuss this question in an upcoming episode of the What To Do When You’re Tired series on the podcast. I hope you’ll tune in and join the conversation.
Our belief about rest needs to be rewritten. For as long as I've been alive, it's been ingrained into my mind that rest needs to be earned. God does not teach this. He commands that rest be a necessity throughout the course of our lives. It will take some time, but we can rewrite this destructive belief and practice one that aligns with our creator.
More about Leslie:
Leslie is a full-time homemaker by day and an aspiring writer by night. Though a teacher by trade, Leslie has the privilege of serving her family in their home in Mississippi. Leslie, her husband, John, and their two children are active in their local church, where she serves in a small missions position within their Bible Fellowship class. When the household sleeps, Leslie enjoys bringing historical fiction characters and time periods to life through the prayerful lens of a Christian mind.
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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
33 min - Roberta- Tired? Rewrite Your Standards
Many of us are vacillating between exhaustion and overwhelm as a way of life. We do this because of the unwritten standards we have spoken to ourselves over our lifetime. The good news is we can rewrite those standards and line them up with Gods. If you're like me, you've been living by standards that you thought were God's, but it's because you misinterpreted the true intention they were given in.
More about Roberta!
Roberta is a freelance editor and proofreader living in Northern California. She and her husband have been married 38 years and have three children and three grandchildren...so far! When Roberta isn't reading (for business or pleasure) she enjoys playing cribbage with her husband, spending time with her kids and grandkids, working in the yard, crocheting, studying the Bible, and going on day hikes. You can follow her on Instagram @joyful_one_editing.
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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
34 min - Jen- Tired? Surrender
A little bit about Jen Kosuda:
While I have been writing my entire life, I started to work on this four-part series, The Art of a Messy House, eight years ago. Then, after a time of fasting in 2019, I was prompted to let go of the past and “become who I needed when I was younger.” This turned my childhood wishes into my work, and I started publishing. In addition to this, being a middle school English Language Arts teacher adds experience to not only my writing but also my passion for my purpose. My main mission in life is serving God. Inspired by my faith and love for my family and friends, I now live to bring positivity to others each day. So far, I have published How to Be Kind and How to Be Fearless, two books in The Art of the Messy House children’s part of the series. The Art of a Messy House is part of my mission to mainstream faith in a way that brings hope to others. After I was set free from decades of battling anxiety, anorexia nervosa, and depression, I promised never to stop sharing this joy and love with others as I learn to love my mess.
Questions for you!
1. Let’s talk about your relationship with rest. When your body is getting heavy and your attitude snippy, do you realize it might be time for a break?
2. How often do you feel tired or worn out?
3. Does feeling tired frustrate you?
4. Do you believe God wants you to press on and persevere even when you’re tired and need a break?
Jen's books!
https://www.amazon.com/Jennifer-Kosuda/e/B091T3BJYD?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1665083832&sr=8-1
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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
48 min - Susan -Tired? BreatheInside today's podcast, I have with me Susan Park. Susan is a Korean American Christian writer. She has a passion to encourage God’s creative women with words of hope and joy. She is currently working on her first novel about a second-generation Korean American college woman. Susan has been a guest writer and podcast guest for other wonderful Christian women writers.Susan, thank you so much for being with me today.Questions for you:1. Let’s talk about your relationship with rest. When your body is getting heavy and your attitude snippy, do you realize it might be time for a break?2. How often do you feel tired or worn out?3. Does feeling tired frustrate you?4. Do you believe God wants you to press on and persevere even when you’re tired and need a break?5. Does your belief about rest need an adjustment?Susan would love to connect with you through her website at www.susanepark.com, on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest @susaneparkwrites.************************Other Resources:You Don't Have To Be Perfect by Vanessa LuuTruth and Tools Workbook by Vanessa LuuThe Relevant Old Testament by Vanessa LuuTo SupportLeave a review and help spread the word about this uplifting podcast. You can also support it financially here:https://anchor.fm/vanessa-luu31 min
- Peyton -Tired? Rest
Inside today’s podcast, I’m bringing back one of my favorite guests to discuss the topic of being tired. I wonder if you can guess who my guest is? She’s a writer who has published two books, and she shares her life in authenticity to encourage others who struggle with OCD and perfectionism. (Among other things). She has a pilot husband she adores along with her two dogs and she's always looking for the next great coffee shop! Can you guess who it is?
It's Peyton Garland!
Questions you can ask yourself.
1. Let’s talk about your relationship with rest. When your body is getting heavy and your attitude snippy, do you realize it might be time for a break?
2. How often do you feel tired or worn out?
3. Does feeling tired frustrate you?
4. Do you believe God wants you to press on and persevere even when you’re tired and need a break? Don’t give up in what? Persevere in what?
5. Does your belief about rest need an adjustment?
Peyton's books!
You can find Not So By Myself and Tired, Hungry and Kind of Faithful here:
https://www.amazon.com/s?i=stripbooks&rh=p_27%3APeyton+Garland&s=relevancerank&text=Peyton+Garland&ref=dp_byline_sr_book_1
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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
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About You Don't Have To Be Perfect Podcast with Vanessa Luu
From the publisher's feed
You Don't Have to Be Perfect is an authentic space to talk about life in truth and love.
This podcast started as a resource for recovering perfectionists but has expanded into a place for all to come and be themselves and share their struggles and victories, giving God glory.
The You Don’t Have to Be Perfect Podcast has been described as, Uplifting, Food for the soul, Reassuring, truth-telling, positive, vulnerable, life-changing, real, and a light at the end of the tunnel. I’m so glad you’re here. I hope you’ll share this space with a friend!