Jesus helps me downsize! How about you? Today let’s talk 5 prayers to help the downsizing happen! Our attitude and relationship with stuff is spiritual. But it helps me to downsize when I bring Jesus into the conversation.
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How do we decide what stuff to get rid of and what to keep? Today I’ll share 5 questions to help you downsize your empty nest. These questions allow you to step back from emotional attachments to things and gain a new perspective. And, I have an amazing free gift: a magic pass to make the whole process a snap!
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Now that the kids are gone, I’m pretty sure my empty nest needs less stuff. AS i think about my second half callings I’ve decided I need to downsize my stuff to upsize my .
Glad you’re here for Episode 40 where we’ll talk about WHY this matters.
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We don't usually talk about God not keeping His promises, particularly with our Christian friends. But it feels that way sometimes, doesn't it? The good news is the Bible addresses this. Don't you love how the Word isn't afraid to talk about the hard stuff? Let's not be afraid to talk about hard stuff either. If you feel like God hasn't kept His promises to you, take a listen!
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How do we make decisions when the way forward is unclear? Many options and numerous needs bring confusion. What path should we take? Which way should we turn? Thankfully the Lord brings clarity. How? Take a listen to these 5 Scriptures!
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Following God is often counter-intuitive. He leads us in the opposite direction from where we think we want to go. How do we stay in Jesus, abide in Him, and follow Him no matter what? Let's look at how God has led His people in the past and find out how to follow Him in the future.
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How do we engage in new adventure and new callings AND remain with our feet firmly planted in Jesus? It might take a mindset shift, but it is vital for us to be fruitful and active in our empty nest years.
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Do you have a passion you’ve put on the back burner while tending to your family for all these years? That’s not a bad thing, but what if NOW is the time to tap into your passion to be fruitful for the Lord? Let's talk about practical steps to use your passion to be fruitful for the Lord in this season of life.
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As most plants get old they don’t produce as much fruit or as high quality. People can be the same. How do we not only remain fruitful, but have the years in our second half of life increase in effectiveness? Will we be ready for the opportunities of the empty nest? What will keep up from effectively serving Jesus in these important years?
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Want to have a quiet time but aren't sure where to get started? Here are lots of ideas of different plans to use for your quiet time. The Bible is full of fascinating history, instructions for living, encouragement for difficult times, and books of the life of Jesus. What is your favorite book of the Bible to read?
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Most Christians agree that quiet times are a good thing. But how do we move from knowing we should do it and actually, consistently spending daily time in the Bible? This episode addresses the problems and readjusts the mindset. Want to have a successful quiet time? Take a listen!
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Just because we are older, it doesn't mean it is any easier now to spend time in God's Word. Busyness and demands make it just as difficult now. But the Bible is mandatory in order for us to maintain a vital spiritual life our whole lives! Want some ideas to figure out how to make it happen? Come listen!
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Back in the 80's and 90's all the cool Christians had Quiet Times. But now we're older. We've learned more and heard too many sermons to count. Do we still need a Quiet Time? I have five benefits - and who doesn't like benefits? Come listen and tell me why you think a Quiet Time is or is not important!
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Some parts of the empty nest can be a struggle. How do we find a new direction? What do we do with the loneliness of the empty nest? How do we stay the course so we follow Jesus through these years? We don’t want the struggles we encounter to keep us from following Jesus until the end?
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What new places of opportunity are available in our empty nests? I think that now is the time to follow the dreams Jesus planted in our hearts long ago. What is the Lord calling you to? What dusty dreams are wanting to be fulfilled? What opportunities does your empty nest afford you?
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Have you ever wondered what Jesus expects from you in your empty nest? I think He's given each of us precious gifts to share with others. But, why is it so hard to move past fear and discouragement to use them? What do you think your responsibilities are in this second half of life?
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The word "empty" in the term "empty-nest" sounds so vacant and meaningless. No wonder women in this stage struggle with their next steps. But these stage of our nests holds great meaning and opportunity. What would happen if you redefined the empty nest? Take a listen and find out!
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This series of four podcasts dives deep into prayer for our adult kids.
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It can be wonderful to have our adult kids home for Christmas. And challenging. And tiring. And great. And difficult. Here is a series of podcast discussing these very issues.
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What was it like to be John the Baptist’s mom? And what do we learn about her in light of our own second-half lives? Maybe the Lord will fulfill a long-time infertile place in our life as well.
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