Girl God's Got You!: Recent Episodes
Isabelle Clausen
Have you ever struggled with self-confidence, navigating your future, or understanding your life purpose? Or maybe you're struggling with believing in yourself, dealing with loneliness, and managing overwhelming stress, especially in the world we live in today! But even in the good, bad, and boring parts of life, God is always here for you! This podcast was created to remind you, "Girl, God's got you!" No matter what, God loves you, believes in you, and wants to help you. This podcast was designed to share Biblical advice so that you can live the life that God created you to live.
Hi Girl, thank you for coming to this week's podcast episode. I had an episode request to do an episode about loss. Whether we are dealing with the loss of a family member or a friend, or even the ending of a relationship or friendship, loss can be so hard to deal with. Loss requires change. Loss requires depending on God. Loss requires letting go and trusting God with what's next. I hope that this podcast episode was helpful and uplifting. Thank you so much for listening.
I hope you all enjoy today's episode! If you have episode ideas or feedback, please reach out to me at girlgodsgotyou@gmail.com or @girl.godsgotyou on Instagram.
Hey girl! I hope you all enjoyed this episode today all about managing different seasons of life and what I'm learning! I hope that this episode was uplifting and helpful. God's got you no matter what, in EVERY life stage!
Have an AMAZING week! :)
If you have podcast episode ideas or feedback, please DM me at @girl.godsgotyou or at girlgodsgotyou@gmail.com
Hey girl! Thank you for tuning in to this episode all about three things to remind yourself when you're feeling anxious. This episode idea was recommended by my cousin, and I thought what better episode to start the New Year off with! :) In this week's chat, we discuss my experience with anxiety, a few ways I have been able to manage it, and encouragement that God is with you no matter what!
To recap, here are the three main points we cover in the episode:
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Life is still good even in the gray
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You won’t feel like this forever
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You can use what you’re going through to help someone someday
I hope you all enjoy today's episode! If you have episode ideas or feedback, please reach out to me at girlgodsgotyou@gmail.com or @girl.godsgotyou on Instagram.
If you want to check out my other podcast, you can listen here: The Financial Wealth and Health Podcast
Hey girl! Thank you so much for listening to this week's podcast episode. Never forgot that God's truth is what stands the test of time, defines who you are, and gives you peace. God's got you, girl!
Articles/Links Mentioned:
https://pastorrick.com/you-are-valuable-to-god/
https://www.christianperspective.net/articles/stories
https://cfc.sebts.edu/faith-and-work/what-defines-you/
https://pin.it/3oKr6hf
If you have questions or podcast episode suggestions, you can contact me at girlgodsgotyou@gmail.com
Podcast Instagram: girl.godsgotyou
Hey Girl! Thank you so much for coming back to this week's podcast episode! Today, we are chatting about six pillars in your life to keep strong as you walk along God's path that He has set for you. I hope you have an amazing week!
Sermon by Preston Morrison: https://messages.gatewaylife.com/media/you-re-too-easy-to-beat
If you have questions or podcast episode suggestions, you can contact me at girlgodsgotyou@gmail.com
Podcast Instagram: girl.godsgotyou
Hello Girls! Thank you SO much for tuning in to another episode! In this week's episode, we chat about the basics of Christian meditation, the importance of it, how to practice it, as well as a Christian meditation recording of my favorite Bible Verses.
If you want to skip straight to the actual meditation in this podcast, go to part 14:45
Articles mentioned in this podcast:
https://justdisciple.com/christian-meditation/
https://au.thegospelcoalition.org/article/meditation-on-the-scriptures-the-key-to-personal-transformation/
Affirmations app mentioned: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/yapp-reminders/id1437096658
If you have questions or podcast episode suggestions, you can contact me at girlgodsgotyou@gmail.com
Podcast Instagram: girl.godsgotyou
Hey Girl!
Thank you so much for coming to today's episode! In this episode, I interview Kristen Clark from Girl Defined Ministries. Kristen shares amazing advice that includes how to work on finding your self worth in God, ways you can find more time in your day to spend time with God, how to balance working hard toward your purpose while also taking care of a family, and so much more! What a great interview. I hope you enjoy Kristen's story and advice as much as I did!
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If you want to learn more about Girl Defined Ministries, please check out the links below:
Girldefined.com
Girl Defined Instagram
Girl Defined YouTube
The Girl Defined Show
Kristen's current favorite worship song: Battle Belongs by Phil Whickham: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pgFYTdyIBAM
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If you have questions, prayer requests, or episode ideas, please contact me:
Girl, God's Got You Instagram: @girl.godsgotyou
Girl, God's Got You Email: girlgodsgotyou@gmail.com
Hey Girls! I hope you enjoy this podcast episode today all about some different ways you can spend more time with Jesus. It can be disheartening and difficult when you feel like you haven't been making time with Jesus a priority. However, Jesus is always pursuing you and is SO happy when you want to spend time with Him. In this podcast episode, I share some inspiration I heard at recent sermon at my church, as well as ideas on how all of us can spend more time with Jesus. I hope the sermon inspires you, as well!
Never forgot that Girl, God's got YOU! :)
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Sermon Mentioned: https://messages.gatewaylife.com/media/creative-pursuit
Song Mentioned: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-f4MUUMWMV4
Girl, God's Got You Instagram: girl.godsgotyou
Email address: girlgodsgotyou@gmail.com
In today's podcast episode, I am talking all about what God has taught me in the last two years of my post-grad season. It's crazy to believe that it's already been over two years since I graduated college. But God sure has taught me a lot of life lessons, and I can't wait to share them with you!
I hope you enjoy this week's episode!
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Songs mentioned:
Too Good To Not Believe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SXgpg2AIHKw
Pride of A Father: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1wgcqGxXO8g
Jireh: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w_gCSJI6DKM
Sparrows: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6B7-Tb6JL48
Dear God: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zSpEYBRlEgU
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Hey Girl! Happy Tuesday! In today's podcast episode, I interview Kathryn Benko. She is the founder of Sole Fitness, host of the Heart + Sole Podcast, wife to Michael, and mom to William! In this episode, we dive in to creating a healthy relationship with yourself, food, and fitness. Thank you so much, Kathryn, for your time and advice. It was such a great interview!
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If you want to learn more about Kathryn, here are her links:
Heart + Sole Podcast
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Do you have questions or episode suggestions? Please contact me!
Instagram: @girl.godsgotyou
Email: girlgodsgotyou@gmail.com
Hey Girl, Happy Tuesday!
This week's podcast episode is all about finding our self-worth and approval in God first!
I talk about 4 different ways we can starting doing this:
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Don’t be so hard on yourself. Recognize what you are doing and reframe.
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Form a new pattern of thinking.
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Don’t think of approval as an all or nothing thing.
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Remind yourself that Jesus’ love defines your worth
I hope you all have an amazing week!
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Recipe mentioned: https://mindovermunch.com/recipes/oat-bread-recipe/
Winning The War In Your Mind book
GotQuestions Article: https://www.gotquestions.org/self-worth.html
Self Esteem Poem: https://www.teen-beauty-tips.com/self-esteem-poem.html
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Do you have questions or episode suggestions? Please contact me!
Instagram: @girl.godsgotyou
Email: girlgodsgotyou@gmail.com
Hey Girl! Happy Happy Tuesday!
In these week's podcast episode, I am sharing 4 affirmations for you to remind yourself of this spring 2022! With all of us getting back into the swing of things the past couple of months after the holidays, it can be easy to feel burnt-out, stuck in a rut, or ready for some uplifting affirmations.
I hope that these 4 affirmations/statements resonated with you and offer encouragement throughout the week.
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Song Mentioned: "Fresh Wind" by Hillsong Worship: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=by7wT7jxwgI
Purple Shampoo Mentioned: "L'Oreal Paris EverPure Brass Toning Purple Sulfate Free Shampoo and Conditioner: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0842YD1CX?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2_dt_b_product_details
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Please reach out to me with feedback or episode suggestions!
Email: girlgodsgotyou@gmail.com
Instagram: @girl.godsgotyou
In today’s podcast episode, I interviewed Stefanie Gass! Stefanie shared her faith story, how her relationship with God has grown over the years, and the history of her business.
Stefanie also shared advice for young women all about listening to God’s voice, making time for God throughout your everyday life, and trusting God with all aspects of your life!
The main encouragement I received from this podcast is that not only should we make God the CEO of our businesses, but we should also make him the CEO of our entire lives!
Thank you, Stefanie, for coming on the show! It was so uplifting to learn meaningful life lessons and actionable takeaways from this podcast.
I hope you all enjoyed this episode, and I hope you have a great rest of your week. Talk to you next Tuesday!
Never forget that Girl, God’s got you!
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Stefanie’s Website: https://stefaniegass.com
Stefanie’s Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-stefanie-gass-show-christian-entrepreneur-start/id1437868374
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Do you have questions or episode suggestions? Please contact me!
Instagram: @girl.godsgotyou
Email: girlgodsgotyou@gmail.com
Hey girl, I hope your Tuesday is going great so far! In today's podcast episode, we are talking all about when to be present and when to be productive. I'm chatting about a couple reasons why we should be present, and a couple practical ways we can start being more present in our daily lives.
I hope you enjoy today's episode. :)
Do you have questions or episode suggestions? Please contact me!
Instagram: @girl.godsgotyou
Email: girlgodsgotyou@gmail.com
Talk to you next Tuesday!
Hello Ladies! Welcome back to the podcast! In this week's episode, I am diving into my personal top 10 health tips for my 20's! I am in no way a nutritionist or personal trainer, but I just have a passion for health and fitness, and I just wanted to share some of my tips. I hope they were entertaining and helpful. :)
Do you have questions or episode suggestions? Please contact me!
Instagram: @girl.godsgotyou
Email: girlgodsgotyou@gmail.com
Talk to you next Tuesday!
Hey Girl! In this week's Tuesday episode, we will be diving into 5 things to remind yourself when you may be feeling a little bit moody!
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Think before you speak
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Lay aside every weight
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Remember that we can live by faith with our moods
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Remember that our moods can be a built in alarm
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Figure out what you can do as you calm down
I hope you enjoyed today's episode!!
Article Mentioned: https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/lay-aside-the-weight-of-moodiness
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If you have episode suggestions, please email or DM me! :)
email: girlgodsgotyou@gmail.com
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Hey Girl! In this week's quick episode, we are talking about comparison, different ways to overcome it, and how to be more confident in conversations with others. I hope that you enjoy this week's episode and feel uplifted to tackle another week.
God bless! :)
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instagram: @girl.godsgotyou
email: girlgodsgotyou@gmail.com
Hey Girl! I hope your Tuesday is going great so far. :) In this week's episode, I share some advice about taking big shifts in your life in areas where you know that God has destined more for you. I hope that this episode was one of light, encouragement, and empowerment. Never forget that God has an intention for your life and will help you come back to His abundant path for you. God's got you and will guide you to a life of contentment and purpose.
Ephesians 3:16-20 (NIV) "I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all the Lord’s holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, and to know this love that surpasses knowledge—that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God. Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us" -- Jesus Calling Devotionals by Sarah Young -- If you have episode suggestions, feedback, or prayer requests, please reach out! girlgodsgotyou@gmail.com @girl.godsgotyou on Instagram
Hey Girl, Happy Tuesday!
In this week's episode, I discuss a 3 step simple way that we can all start making our purpose the focal point of each day though weekly and daily habitual actions and decisions. I hope that it was not only strategic, but also inspiring!
Thank you to Hilary Hendershott for inspiring me in this week's podcast episode! If you want to check out her podcast episode I was referring to, you can listen here.
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Please send any podcast suggestions or requests to my email or instagram:
Email: girlgodsgotyou@gmail.com
Instagram: @girl.godsgotyou
Favorites Mentioned:
Vanilla Essential Oil
Banana Bread Recipe: https://kirbiecravings.com/healthy-banana-oatmeal-bread/
Hey Girl! I hope your week has been amazing! I am super excited for this episode all about the characteristics of a Proverbs 31 woman, analysis on what it means to fear God, and different habits we can all start implementing to be that Proverbs 31 woman.
Please let me know how you like this episode by leaving a rating or review! Also if you have feedback or episode suggestions, please share them with me through email or instagram.
Instagram: @girl.godsgotyou
Email: girlgodsgotyou@gmail.com
Happy Wednesday! I hope you've had a great kickstart to the New Year!!
In this episode, I dive into what the post-grad transition can feel like, what I've learned, and different tips that may help you walk through this journey. I want to encourage you that God's got you because He is connected to you and He wants you to ask for His help so that He can guide you through this new, unknown journey.
I hope that this episode was uplifting, insightful, and helpful. Have a great week!
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Song Mentioned: Tethered by Phil Wickham https://open.spotify.com/track/2qeDQupafKL2K5mEVfEvCP?si=7887e6ff964442a6
Email: girlgodsgotyou@gmail.com
Instagram: girl.godsgotyou
Hey Girl! In today's podcast episode, we are diving into the topic about how we can start turning some of our struggles into strengths. I talk about which struggles I want to turn into strengths as well as some steps we can take to start this process. :)
I want to encourage you that God’s got you because He wants to use every part of you his plan. He wants to turn the negative things around for good. He wants to help you transform your struggles into strengths. He knows that you play an important role in His master plan, and He wants to empower you to live your life on purpose for His purpose.
I hope you enjoyed today's episode! Happy New Year to you all! :)
Water Bottle Mentioned: https://www.amazon.com/Venture-Pal-Motivational-Removable-Leakproof/dp/B08VS5XYG2/ref=sr_1_24?keywords=water%2Bbottle%2Btime%2Bmarker&qid=1640711975&s=sporting-goods&sprefix=water%2Bbottle%2Btime%2Csporting%2C140&sr=1-24&th=1
Instagram: @girl.godsgotyou
Email: girlgodsgotyou@gmail.com
Hey girl! I hope this episode brings you joy and encouragement as we finish up 2021! In this episode, I share ten reminders that I want to think about in 2022. These are mantras, song lyrics, Bible verses, and more!
If you have any reminders you want to bring into 2022, please share them with me by DMing the podcast instagram or shooting me an email.
I hope you have a great week!
Instagram: @girl.godsgotyou
Email: girlgodsgotyou@gmail.com
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Pride of The Father Song: https://open.spotify.com/track/5Zlug6iTLgzYNC7tv4l22J?si=4f22d15dfeb042fa
Run To The Father Song: https://open.spotify.com/track/3g7bn09uvp9jkMAW0jXOms?si=93c869f663a94ba9
Hey Girl! In today's podcast episode, we discuss what it means to find your "childlike" joy again. We ponder the question: "What were the things that brought me joy as a child, and how can I integrate these things into my life as an adult?"
One of the inspirations for this podcast was from a sermon by Pastor Preston Morrison at Gateway Church that he gave a few weekends ago.
An impactful quote from the message was: "When you get what God created you to need, you are more able to do what God created you to do."
We were created to need so many different things in life. One of those things in joy. In order for us to do what we were created to do, we need strength, inspiration, and motivation that comes from being filled with the things that bring us joy.
God's Got You because He wants you to have joy, and He will help you find it.
I hope today's episode was insightful, entertaining, and uplifting. Have a great week!
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Worship Remix Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/user/adventuresmusic/playlist/26QmVB0FdQkGU9d6I5ivI3?si=676E7inHRhqe-f6WpdngIA
Instagram: @girl.godsgotyou
Email: girlgodsgotyou@gmail.com
Hey Girl! I hope you're having a great Tuesday!😁
In today's episode, I dive into 7 productivity tips that I have learned since starting my career. These tips have helped me so much, and I hope they help you, as well! We dive into to-do list tips, how to strategically utilize your phone timer for mundane tasks, how to set up your day for success, and so much more!
Always remember that Girl, God's Got You! Thank you so much for listening to today's episode. 💖
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Favorites:
Mario Badescu Lip Balm - Mint
Notion Workspace
Instagram: @girl.godsgotyou
Email Address: girlgodsgotyou@gmail.com
Hey Girl!
In this week's episode, I dive into the 6 steps I have been following that have been helping me better trust God with my mind. Whether you are going through a more mentally stressful time with the hectic holiday rush, or maybe you want to listen to this episode to learn more about how to handle anxious times when they come, I hope that this week's episode is helpful for you!
Have a great week, and never forget that Girl, God's Got You! :)
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Favorites mentioned:
Claw Clip
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Email: girlgodsgotyou@gmail.com
Instagram: @girl.godsgotyou
Happy Tuesday, girl! And Happy Thanksgiving! 🍁 Thanks for listening to today's podcast episode! Today, we discussed key steps in how to take the things in your life that you are grateful for and turn them into ways that you can help and bless other people.
I have been wanting to start using my blessings as a way to help others more. These are the three main steps I want to follow to start turning my thankfulness into thoughtfulness. If you want to join me in this journey, here are the main steps that I shared today:
1: Make a list of gratitudes
2: Pray that God shows you different ways you can use these gratitudes.
3: Set an intention each morning about how you can actively use one of these blesings to help others
4: At the end of the day, write down if you lived out this intention.
I hope that the tips and steps in this episode were uplifting, helpful, insightful, and I also hope your Thanksgiving is amazing!
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Favorites Mentioned (couldn't find the links on the TJ website 😢)
Trader Joe's Squishers
Trader Joe's High Protein Tofu
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Do you have podcast episode requests or suggestions? Please DM at @girl.godsgotyou or email me at girlgodsgotyou@gmail.com
Hey girl! Thanks for coming back to the podcast this week!
Today, we are talking about the "net benefits" worldview, when to apply it to your life, and how to apply it. In this episode, I share some personal life lessons, insights, and tips, all about how to look at your daily decisions in a new way. I hope you enjoy! :)
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Granola Recipe mentioned (measurements are very loosely defined😁):
Mix together:
2 bananas
1/2 cup of apple sauce
Dash of cinnamon
Dash of vanilla
2-3 cups of oats
1/4 cup of almonds
1/4 cup of coconut shreds
1/2 cup of chocolate chips
Bake on greased cookie sheet at 425 Fahrenheit for 15-20 minutes
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If you have questions or episode requests, please email me at girl.godsgotyou@gmail.com or DM me at @girl.godsgotyou on Instagram
Hey Girls! It's so great to be back on the podcast again! Thank you so much for listening to today's episode.
In this episode, I catch up with you about what the next season for the GGGY podcast looks like, the main mission for this show, and a new series of intro topics we will be adding to each episode (favorites, journal prompts, God's Got You Moments, and much more).
I also touch on the three life lessons I have learned about doing hard things. I wanted to share these life lessons with you to give you encouragement for the next time you are going through a hard season. No matter the season you are going through, God will teach you different life lessons that will make you stronger for the next hard thing you will have to overcome or accomplish in life.
I hope this episode was an encouragement to your day. Thank you, once again, for listening! Talk to you next Tuesday!
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Favorites mentioned:
"As I Am" by Hillsong Young and Free
The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas
Starbucks Blonde Roast K-Cups
Califa Farms Original Oat Milk
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Instagram: @girl.godsgotyou
Email: girlgodsgotyou@gmail.com
It can oftentimes be difficult to learn how to step out in uncomfortability! In today's episode, I talk about how I have learned how to be comfortable with being uncomfortable, and some tips that may help you, as well!
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Have questions or podcast episode suggestions? Please email me at girlgodsgotyou@gmail.com or DM at the podcast ingstagram: @girl.godsgotyou
Hey Girl! Have you recently been feeling burnt out? Have you been feeling overwhelmed with to-do's and responsibilities, but you don't know how or when to recharge your tank? It can be very difficult to balance pouring out to others and pouring into yourself. When we make time for ourselves, we oftentimes feel guilty. However, when we only give to others, we get burnt out, irritated, and restless. You need to fill up your cup in order to pour out to others.
As many of us know, we need to be motivated to pursue the purpose God has for us. But motivation is fleeting. That is why we need to have a Plan B of discipline when motivation runs out. But discipline is really hard. What I have realized over the years is that you need to have incentives when you’re disciplined. And making time for what matters most to you is the incentive that gives you the strength to be disciplined.
In today's episode, I am sharing three tips to help you make time for what matters most to you so that you can have a steady stream to fill up your cup, as this will help you continue to love God and love others.
I hope you enjoy this week's episode and never forget that Girl, God's always got you!
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Email: girlgodsgotyou@gmail.com
Instagram: girl.godsgotyou
Song of The Week: "Pride Of A Father" By Hillsong Young and Free
Hey Girl! In this week's episode, I am discussing how journaling can really help you both find and follow God's guidance in your life. Our daily lives are filled with so much noise and distraction, that it can oftentimes be hard to listen to what God is trying to tell us. Journaling is a tool that can help us listen to God and ourselves in a reflective way that helps us find direction even in the noise.
I hope this episode is helpful and gives you some tools on feeling closer to God and yourself.
I hope you have a great week, and never forget that Girl, God's always got you!
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Email: girlgodsgotyou@gmail.com
Instagram: girl.godsgotyou
Song of The Week:"Another in the Fire" By Hillsong
"Winning The War In Your Mind" by Craig Groeschel
Are you feeling weighed down with stress? Are you wondering how much longer you can carry this heavy load without making some sort of change?
I have felt this way many times in life!! When you’re carrying a load that’s starting to get too heavy to carry, you have two options: drop the load, or reposition your grip. Let me just say, repositioning your grip is much better than dropping the load! However, repositioning your grip takes time as well as many mindset shifts.
In this week’s podcast episode, I share four different ways that we can change our mindset so that we can reposition our grip and carry the load of stress better.
The four mindset shifts I share in the episode are:
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Understand what lies you are believing about yourself
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Taking five deep breaths is more helpful than you may think
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Focus on the higher vision
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Focus on helping others
I want to encourage you that God’s got you because He will help you find ways to carry the load of stress better. God wants you to live life on purpose. God wants you to lean into your gifts and help others.
But God doesn't want you to burn out. God doesn't want you to be overwhelmed with stress and anxiety. God doesn't want you to feel drained and empty.
God knows how you can live life well, and He wants to show you how. Proverbs 3:6 states, "In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths." If we acknowledge God in our tasks and commit them to Him, He will help us understand how we can shift our mindsets and live life the way God created us to.
Never forget that girl, God’s got you!🌸
In this episode, I share my thoughts on choosing joy, and how it's a habit I want to stay cultivating more. I share my insight on Philippians 4 and how choosing joy can help us pursue God's peace. I hope this episode offered both encouragement and insight!
Do you have a God's Got You Moment you want to share? Contact me in Instagram at girl.godsgotyou or through email at godsgotyou@gmail.com
Have a great week!
Song Mentioned: "Your Nature" by Kari Jobe
Hello Podcast Friends! Thank you for tuning into today's episode all about life transitions. In this episode, I share some of the biggest life transitions I've experienced in life, the life lessons I learned from them, what I wish I knew sooner, and some tips that I will use going forward in future life transitions. I hope you all enjoy this episode.
If you have life lessons you have learned from your life transitions, please share them with me. Contact me in Instagram at girl.godsgotyou or through email at godsgotyou@gmail.com
Have a great week!
Song Mentioned: "Starts and Ends" by Hillsong
Happy Friday Everyone!
This week's episode discusses different ways I try to let things go. I think it is so important that we all work on letting things go because it can help us point our focus back to Christ and His mission for our lives. Whether you want to let big things or small things go, I know you can do it! God wants you to have peace. He wants to help unburden your heart and mind so that you can give your life, your focus, and your energy to Him! God will help you in this process and He is cheering you on. :)
Letting things go is something I am working on daily, so I wanted to share the specific ways I am working on this in real time. I hope these tips helped you and gave you some new ideas on how to work towards having more peace in your life!
If you have prayer requests, God's Got You Moments, or episode requests, please email me at girl.godsgotyou@gmail.com
Perfectionism book mentioned in this episode: "Never Good Enough: How to use Perfectionism to Your Advantage Without Letting it Ruin Your Life" by Monica Ramirez Basco
Podcasts mentioned:
Heart and Sole Podcast
Bought and Beloved Podcast
Song mentioned in this episode: "Goodness of God"by Bethel Music
There are many times in life where we oftentimes feel like we aren't equipped to do what we love when we're struggling with something in life. I have honestly been feeling this way for a little while, felling ill-equipped to make podcast episodes because I'm personally struggling with overthinking and perfectionism. But then I realize that God wants to use us in both the highs and lows. And the crazy thing about this is that when we start living out our God-given purpose more and more, we will feel better because God's purpose can simplify our lives and bring us peace. Ephesians 2:10 states, "For we are God's handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do." When we live out our purpose even when we're going through difficult things, we will feel more peace because we are pursuing the purpose that God created us to live out.
I hope this episode helped you!
If you have prayer requests, God's Got You Moments, or episode requests, please email me at girl.godsgotyou@gmail.com
Podcast mentioned in this episode: "Bought and Beloved" By Kirby Kelly:"8 Things That Will Grow You In Christ"
Song mentioned in this episode: "Highs and Lows" by Hillsong
Thank you so much for listening to today's podcast! It can oftentimes be difficult to take our own advice because we attach our emotions to our problems instead of looking at the problems objectively. One way that I have been trying to overcome the struggle of not taking my own advice is to repeat affirmations to myself to ground me and remind myself of what I know to be true so that I can respond in a logical way.
I hope that the 13 affirmations I shared today give you peace and clarity in your journey!
If you're stuck in a rut, feel unsettled, or need an extra kick of motivation in the day, I encourage you to write down your own affirmations and repeat them to yourself on a consistent basis. It will amaze you how much it helps! :)
I hope you all have a great week!
The Brenden Bourchard Podcast
Song of the week: Tauren Wells - God's Not Done With You
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Hi friends! Thank you so much for listening to today's episode! I hope that you enjoyed it and got some great Bible verses and tips from the episode. :)
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The song shared in this episode: We Dance by Bethel Music
The podcast episode mentioned: Unfiltered Faith
God bless your week!
One of my favorite parts of the New Year is starting off the year with a fresh start and a clean slate. And what better way to understand that we have a clean slate is by understanding that God has forgiven us and wants to strengthen us?? God wants us to live in freedom so that we can live on purpose for Him, love others, and use our gifts to help others. This is why He sent His son Jesus: so that we don't have to be burdened and distracted any longer by the hurt that Satan brings our way.
In this episode, I share my takeaways from a sermon that my pastor, Preston Morrison at Gateway church, recently gave. This sermon was all about how we can overcome our trials with God's strength, how we can accept His grace, and how we can let God's relationship with us strengthen us as we overcome present and future trials.
I hope that you enjoyed this episode this week! I want to apply my "life applications" I shared in this episode right alongside you so that we can all accept God's grace, walk in God's grace, and give God's grace together!
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Song mentioned: "Champion" by Bethel Music
Sermon mentioned: "A Few 'Do Not's' For Right Now" by Preston Morrison
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Hello Friends! In today's episode, I discuss what it means to speak with intention and why we should care about this. I also dive into my favorite speech outline you can use in presentations (for work or for school), or even just in everyday conversation to start engaging discussions. Speaking on purpose is one of the greatest abilities God has given us. Likewise, sharing an impact point with intention is one the greatest gifts we can give others. Our words matter, and when we use them to share the message God created us to share, we can grow our confidence, and most importantly, we can positively impact those around us. You were created to speak for a reason. I truly believe that God has given each and every person a message He wants us to share with the world. We can share our message through the words we say, how we say these words, and how we back these words up with action. If you're nervous about stepping out of your comfort zone and sharing what you believe in, remember that because God created you to speak for a reason, He has given you the ability to do so. -- What's your God's Got You Moment of the week? Please share it with me by DMing me at @girl.godsgotyou on Instagram or by emailing me at girlgodsgotyou@gmail.com. Preston’s podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gateway-life-audio-podcast/id1330321883?i=1000501622045
My pastor shared this impactful statement in church a few Sunday's ago: "You get to live the life that Jesus deserved to live."
When you think of life in that perspective, it sounds like your life is a pretty big gift, doesn't it? In this episode, I dive more into this statement, sharing why we should live on purpose and take advantage of this gift. I also dive into three ways we can live life on purpose. My pastor actually shared these three ways in one of his recent sermons, and I wanted to go into more detail in this episode.
The three ways we can live this gift of life to the fullest is by honoring God in:
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Our words
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Our ways
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How we love others
I hope you enjoyed today's episode! If you have a God's Got You Moment of the week, please DM it to me at @girl.godsgotyou on Instagram or email me at girlgodsgotyou@gmail.com
God bless your day!
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Books Mentioned:
"Napoleon Hill's Keys to Success: The 17 Principles of Personal Achievement" by Napoleon Hill
"How to Win Friends & Influence People" by Dale Carnegie
Happy Saturday Friends!
In today's episode, I interviewed my Aunt Colleen! She shares her life story, telling us ways she has been able to seek God’s presence when life takes unexpected turns. Through it all, Aunt Colleen reminds us that God has a wonderful plan even if we don't know what it is. She reminds us that family is everything and that we should never take time with loved ones for granted. She also explains the importance of taking time to listen to God even through the craziness of life! Aunt Colleen has been such a role model to me all these years, and I was so excited to get her on the podcast!
I hope that you enjoy learning about all of Aunt Colleen's wisdom and experience. :)
Hello Friends! Thank you so much for tuning in to another episode!
Today I am talking about the idea of becoming the person you want to be. We all have this vision of our ideal selves. These include our goals, accomplishments, our future career, our future family, etc. Oftentimes, we know what we want to be, but how do we become that person?
Of course, it takes motivation to work hard and be the person you want to be. However, motivation fluctuates. It's not always constant. However, discipline is something we can lean on because rather than it being a feeling, it's actually a choice.
In this episode, I share different ways we can find the strength to fuel our discipline so that we can effectively work toward the person we want to be!
I hope you enjoy the episode and found it helpful! Also, if you have a God's Got You Moment that you want to share, please submit it at girl.godsgotyou on Instagram!
Happy Saturday!
Song from this week: "Lean Back" by Capital City: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YT9Gz6JaCPo
I am so excited to welcome Ms. Eileen Danko to the podcast today! She has been one of my biggest role models in life and has always given such wonderful advice about a wide range of topics such as staying close to God with a busy lifestyle, pursuing God in dating relationships, and living out a servant's heart to share God's love with others.
In today's episode, Ms. Eileen and I discuss how to keep God as the first priority in school, work, and dating. We also chat about how to balance your relationship with God while also living a full and busy life.
One of the biggest takeaways I had from this episode is that if we put God first in our lives, He will provide more than we could ever imagine. God is the author and perfecter or our stories. He has a wonderful and fulfilling story for our lives that is already written. We just have to trust Him each day, even when it is hard. The more we learn to trust God and make time for Him, the more we will feel His presence and care in our lives.
I absolutely loved having Ms. Eileen share all her helpful advice and tips in this episode. She has been such a help to me as I grow into a young woman, and I hope her advice helps you as well. :)
Ms. Eileen's Favorite Worship Song - "Breathe" by Hillsong: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f8o-PIcPXF8&feature=emb_logo
Ms. Eileen's Recommended Daily Devotional - "Strength for Today: Daily Readings for a Deeper Faith" by John MacArthur: https://amzn.to/3ntY2rD
Sign up for Rick Warren's Daily Email Devotional - "Daily Hope" by Rick Warren: https://pastorrick.com/devotional/
I don't know if you're the same way, but all my life, I didn't do so well with change. For such a long time, I was either worried or stressed out about my life changing. I think the reason why I worry about change is that it opens the door to the unexpected, which makes me then think about all the things that could go wrong.
But then I ask myself, “Are you really trusting God if you’re so worried about what the unknown future holds? If you’re letting fear take a hold of you, are you really as close to God as you think you are?”
If you struggle with knowing how to handle change, I made this episode just for you. In this topic, I discuss my experience with both expected and unexpected change, and how I have learned to see change as a blessing and not a fear.
When I realize that I am letting fear control me, I remind myself of this truth: We worship an unchanging God. Girl, if you’re worried about the changes ahead, I want to let you know that God’s got you because He is unchanging. In this fast-paced world, we can cling to God as our rock because He is our comfort, He is our home, and He will never change. His promises are here to stay. And as we hold on to Him, we can take on the change in our lives with excitement rather than with fear.
Another truth I want to encourage you with is that God’s perfect love casts out fear, as 1 John 4:18 reminds us of. Recently, I thought about this verse in a whole new way. You see, even when the world is constantly changing, even though nothing really is promised to us, we are always promised God’s love. Jesus still died for you.
The three tips I go over in this episode are all about how I have learned to handle change better.
Tip #1: Prepare (this tip is for change you're expecting, such as going to college or starting a new job)
Tip #2: Find the blessing (this tip is for unexpected change, such as COVID-19, quarantine, etc.)
Tip #3: Remind yourself of God’s provision (this tip is for all kinds of change, because God will always provide for His children)
I hope this episode was helpful and that you enjoyed listening!
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Thank you for coming back to the show! In today’s episode, I interviewed Heather Neumann, the founder of Lasting Impact speech coaching. Heather gave us a look into her life, sharing her journey through homeschooling and starting her online business.
When it comes to learning how to be a communicator for Christ, Heather first encourages everyone to put their self-confidence in God’s hands. It’s only then that we can understand what our purpose is and what message God wants us to share with the world. Heather also reminded us that we are God’s chosen ones. Just like the disciples were called to share the Gospel to all creation, we are called to do the same. God gave us the task of bringing others to Him. Because we are all chosen to share God’s truth with the world, He will equip us with the strength and words to do so.
However, we also discussed how hard it can be to share Christ in the world we live in today. Heather wanted you to know that God will give you the words to say and that He will be the one speaking through you. We should depend on His guidance and truth whenever we feel nervous sharing Jesus with others.
Even though we stress the idea of verbally sharing Christ with the world, it's crucial to know that being a communicator of Christ is so much more than just talking about Him. It's all about speaking the Truth, walking in love, and living on purpose.
If you want to learn more about Heather Neumann and the coaching services she offers, visit her website at https://lastingimpact.info/. Also, follow Lasting Impact on Instagram at @lasting_impact_
"The Chosen" TV Series: https://studios.vidangel.com/the-chosen
Do you ever go to bed at night feeling guilty that you didn't get enough done in the day even though you checked everything off of your to-do list? Or, on the flip-side, do you feel guilty when you feel like you've had a productive day but you're not exhausted?
I've recently gone through a lifestyle change when it comes to burn-out. During my last two years of college, I was pushing myself to the max with finishing school in 3 years, starting an online coaching business, and being involved in club leadership. Although I was grinding in school and only getting less than 5 hours of sleep every night, I never felt like I was doing enough.
However, near the end of college and during quarantine, I realized that I could work hard and feel productive without feeling emotionally and mentally exhausted at the end of the day. At first, I felt guilty that I wasn't doing enough, but my friends and family always reminded me that I can still work hard and be productive, but that I also can rest and enjoy each day, too.
As I have been navigating a new mindset when it comes to working hard, I've realized that one of the main reasons people tend to burn-out is because they can't let go of something that is burdening them. Usually, if we are going through a difficult circumstance that involves emotional and mental stress, we want to find a way to regain control. I know this from personal experience. In the past, one way that I have tried to have more control in my life is by working so hard to pursue my goals and refusing to take time to rest. Although it is a wonderful feeling to work hard and reach your goals, seeking gratification from perfectionism is not a healthy way to handle emotional stress.
My main message is this: it is more important to seek productivity rather than perfectionism.
If you're striving for productivity, you can still enjoy life, have rest, and make memories with your loved ones. If you're striving for perfectionism, you will always fall short and will continue to feel guilty for not getting enough done in the day.
I want to challenge you, if you have burned yourself out (or maybe you're burning out right now), ask yourself what in your life is burdening you? What can you let go of? I wish I asked myself these questions sooner in life. If we let go of the emotional turmoil in our life, we can feel free to come to God and ask for His strength. Matthew 11:28 says, “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”
Song Mentioned: "Goodness of God" by Bethel Worship https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n0FBb6hnwTo
"To Hell with the Hustle: Reclaiming Your Life in an Overworked, Overspent, and Overconnected World" by Jefferson Bethke
https://www.amazon.com/Hell-Hustle-Reclaiming-Overworked-Overconnected/dp/0718039203/ref=sr_1_1?crid=FJQH9IG38TZV&dchild=1&keywords=to+hell+with+the+hustle&qid=1597692364&sprefix=to+hell+with+the%2Caps%2C209&sr=8-1
The episode for this week is all about boys (the most requested topic)!! Today, I discuss topics such as dating as a young Christian female, communicating honestly and clearly, loving your others like Jesus loves you, and finding your self-confidence in Jesus rather than the guy you are dating! I broke down this episode into three separate categories of tips that I wish I knew before I started dating in college! These tips are broken down into tips before you get into a relationship, tips for when you’re in a relationship, and tips for how to grow from a break-up. The main message I want to share with everyone that listens is that your relationship with God should come first, above all other relationships. This means pursuing your life purpose, putting your self-worth in God’s hands, and keeping Him as the center of your decision-making. As you grow closer to God and run on mission for Him, He will bring someone along to run next to you so that you can live on mission together. If you’re confused about how to create a healthy relationship, how to find Mr. Right, and how to fall in love with someone without losing yourself, I just want to say that God’s got you, girl! God has already written your love story and knows exactly where He wants you to go and who He wants you to be with. All you need to do is trust God, live for Him each day, and develop habits now that will result in actions of selfless love in your current and future relationships. I hope you enjoy today’s episode! :)
-- Song Mentioned: Touch of Heaven by Hillsong Worship https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nxxr47zEUxE Book Mentioned: Single, Dating, Engaged, Married by Ben Stuart https://www.amazon.com/Single-Dating-Engaged-Married-Navigating/dp/0718097890 If you would like to email me with any questions or podcast ideas, email me at girlgodsgotyou@gmail.com Also, follow me on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/girl.godsgotyou/
Hello Friends! Thank you so much for coming back to another episode. I am so excited to have my dad, Rob Clausen, on the show today. For my whole life, my dad has always called his advice his "pearls of wisdom." He constantly shared these pearls of wisdom with my brother, my friends, and I growing up. Although we oftentimes rolled our eyes at the dad advice, as I grew older, I realized how valuable those pearls actually were!
In this episode, we discuss topics such as finding self-confidence, building your personal brand, striving for success, and being content despite being stressed out. We also discussed dating advice, growing your faith, and how to take control of anxiety/depression. Quite the packed episode! :)
One of my favorite parts of this episode was my dad's perspective on optimism: We are in control of where we put our thoughts and energy, and God is in control of our path and future. So why worry? My dad's favorite line is: "90% of the things you worry about never happen, and the other 10%, you can’t do anything about anyway." Honestly, I always remind myself of this truth. At the end of the day, God's got you and He will take care of all your needs.
I hope you enjoyed this fun and insightful episode with the one and only Rob Clausen!
My dad's favorite songs (if you want the oldies but goodies):
"Yesterday Once More" by The Carpenter's: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RR1v3MZcHDw
"Another Park, Another Sunday" by The Doobie Brothers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rsk663fsPeg
"Take it Easy" by The Eagles: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s0ZZHNRHA2g
"Your Song" by Elton John: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SOUVuviI3pM
"I'm Still Standing" by Elton John: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gTTQICg7cJc
"Who You Say I Am" by Hillsong Worship: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lKw6uqtGFfo
Max Lucado, a renowned Christian author, stated, "In God’s hand, intended evil becomes eventual good."
Although we oftentimes lose heart when going through difficult times, we can feel peace if we choose to trust God even during the unknown times. As COVID-19 continues to ensue, it can be quite easy to fear the future and forget God's promises. However, what has helped me take control of my fear is training to trust God better. You see, God has an infinite amount of blessings He wants to place in our lives. He is a God of promises and has a plan for us that will bring abundance and fulfillment to our lives. Every time I find myself becoming fearful about the unknown and uncontrollable parts of life, God still ends up turning things around for His glory because He is the one in control. I wonder why I ever question His goodness.
When I look at my past and think about all the different experiences either I, or someone close to me, has gone through, I see God's grace and love through it all. Even during difficult circumstances, God does show up for us. It may not be as quick as we want, and maybe it's not in the way we want. But God is a loving Father who won't forget about us.
When we let fear distract us from staying focused on our purpose, we are letting Satan keep us from feeling at peace with God. We are letting Satan keep us from living the life God created us to live. However, we can choose to put trust in God over the fear of the unknown. The way that I have been trying to do this is by training to trust God more. There are three ways that I am training to trust God:
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Remind myself of the ways God has shown up in the past
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Make more quiet time with Him
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Understanding that God is the only one in total control
I hope you all enjoy this episode. Let's all start training together to trust God more and more each day!
Songs mentioned in this episode:
See a Victory by Elevation Worship: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jEK6_rz26z0
Rescue by Lauren Daigle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9PugD11k3JU
Change requires challenge.
This one phrase is something I constantly remind myself of when it comes to health and fitness. It can be so easy to plateau or hit a wall when it comes to health and fitness, especially during quarantine when we're staying at home most of the time. However, throughout the past couple of months, my whole perspective on health and fitness has changed. Probably the biggest thing I learned is that health and fitness comes with a lot of flexibility. Although it's important to challenge yourself and not stagnate, there are so many ways to pursue health even from home. You don' t need a huge gym to get a good work-out and you don't need to make elaborate healthy foods to eat well.
In this episode, I share some of my favorite workout tips that I've learned while working out at home, as well as some of my new healthy meal ideas. But the most important thing I want you to take away from this episode is that pursuing health and fitness should come from the desire to take care of the body that God gave us. While feeling energized and looking fit is enjoyable, the most important part of a healthy lifestyle is taking care of the body that God gave you. You only get one life and one body, so why not try to take care of it by eating healthy and exercising regularly? How we treat our bodies now will determine our quality of life in the future! It all starts with the daily decision to respect our bodies and treat them well.
I hope you enjoy this episode!
Song mentioned: "Good Good Father" by Christ Tomlin https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ak0OoFBw3c
Chewy chocolate date cookie recipe:
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Blend in a blender: 1 cup of dates, 1 cup of oats, ¾ cup almond flour, ¾ cup of almond milk
- Pour wet mixture in a bowl and then add: 1 cup of oats, ½ cup of almond butter, 1 tsp of baking powder, ½ cup of chia seed egg mixture (made from mixing 1 tablespoon of chia seeds and 3 tablespoons of water), ¼ cup chocolate chips
- Pour cookies on greased baking pan and cook on 350 degrees for 15 minutes
Products I LOVE for health and fitness
- Almond flour: https://amzn.to/2CCVN2q
- Coconut flower: https://amzn.to/2CCjFDc
- Protein powder: https://amzn.to/2B5dVBz
- Every Mile Resistance bands: https://amzn.to/3eAz982
- RitFit Pull Up Resistance Band (the red one): https://amzn.to/2WtegWd
- Favorite sports bras: Caramel Cantina 4 Pack for $25: https://amzn.to/3ev3btO
- Favorite Leggings: Aliexpress camo leggings by the store Pericic: https://bit.ly/3h4kzY4
With everything that has been going on in the world about racism and injustice, I wanted to make a podcast episode about loving others like Jesus wants us to love others. Although many of us having been posting on social media, petitioning, donating, protesting, etc., how often are we making an effort to love others in our daily lives even when it's hard? Although it's amazing that we want to fight injustice so badly, it all starts with showing selfless love in the simple things each day.
Here’s the thing: Your love can help lead others to God’s love. If we can’t love one another in our day to day life, think about how many opportunities we’re missing out on where we could be demonstrating the Gospel to others. In today’s world, it is so hard for people to believe in God. Truth is relative, there is no definition of right and wrong anymore. The world is getting more secular and progressive each day, and many say that it’s stupid and illogical to believe in a higher power. As the world gets further and further away from believing in a higher power, we as Christians have to work harder to help people come to know Jesus.
Now, it’s not enough to tell people about Jesus and explain how amazing He is and how much he will bless people’s lives, you know what you gotta do? You have to show them, don’t just tell them, show them. Back up the love of the Gospel with your actions of love. This is what unconditional, selfless love looks like: giving up time and showing forgiveness and patience to others.
In this episode, I share different ways I want to start actively pursuing selfless love in my daily life, and I wanted to share my journey with you.
Thank you so much for listening to today's episode. :)
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Song mentioned: Who You Say I Am by Hillsong https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IcC1Bp13n_4
If you would like to email me with any questions or podcast ideas, email me at girlgodsgotyou@gmail.com Also, follow me on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/girl.godsgotyou/
In today’s episode, we discuss the “anxiety pandemic” that is plaguing our nation. Unfortunately, so many people suffer from unexplainable and never-ending anxious thoughts and feelings. While many people have anxiety and stress about daily occurrences such as finances, balancing busy schedules, and staying calm, a high percentage of younger generations experience anxiety in a whole new way: unexplainable and uncontrollable fear. According to a Medical News Today article, “Anxiety is only a problem when it extends beyond logical worry in an unreasonable, unwarranted, uncontrollable way. Situations that should elicit no negative emotions all of a sudden seem life-threatening or crushingly embarrassing.”
Did you know that over half of young adults ages 25 and younger suffer from this type of anxiety? Because this is such a big issue, I wanted to share my experience of when I went through anxiety as a young teenager, and how God was able to help me solve this problem.
For those of you struggling with these anxious and uncontrollable fears and feelings, I just want to encourage you that girl, God’s got you! He wants you to live with peace and abundance in Him. He doesn’t want you to succumb to the fears and feelings that Satan is ensnaring you with. Instead, God wants you to remember that He has already overcome the world and that you don’t need to let it control you any longer. You can find victory and peace in Him! God will help you take your thoughts captive and will guide you to focus your thoughts on things of peace, joy, and hope. Philippians 4:8 shares, “Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable--if anything is excellent or praiseworthy--think about such things.”
If you’re interested in knowing what advice I share about how I was able to overcome these anxious feelings at 14 years old, here is a quick summary:
1: Understand the root of anxiety
2: Realize that Jesus has overcome the world
3: Take your thoughts captive
Although this is all way easier said than done, nothing is impossible without God. He loves you and wants you to live in abundance with His peace.
Song Mentioned: King of My Heart by Bethel Music https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g6_BLuhr0HQ
Medical News Today Article: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/322877#Is-anxiety-increasing-in-the-U.S.?
If you would like to email me with any questions or podcast ideas, email me at girlgodsgotyou@gmail.com Also, follow me on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/girl.godsgotyou/
Hello Friends! In today's episode, we discussed all things habits. You see, habits are the daily tasks that propel you towards your goals. Habits help you become efficient and intentional with your time so that you can use your gifts to bring glory to God. According to an article by Science Daily, 40% of everything we do on a daily basis is built off of habits. If 40% of our day is built on habits, we need to ask ourselves this question: "What habits take up our day?" The unique aspect of habits is that they can propel us to either achieve success or failure. But one thing we so often forget is that we are in charge of what habits we create. We are in charge of where we put our time. We are in charge of where we put our intentions. You have the choice to change your life right now. Although we all have obstacles in life and undergo different struggles, God will give you the strength and opportunity to turn your life around. It is just your job to get up, grab His hand, and live your life on mission. When you were born, God had a beutiful intention for your life. He wants to carry it out to completion, it's just YOUR job to live out this intention. One way you can do this is to break bad habits and form positive, life-changing ones! Here is the summary of the 4 habits that have changed my life:
1: Reading the Bible every day
2: Deleting Instagram off of my phone
3: Setting aside money and time to eat healthy
4: Daily reminding myself what matters in life
If you're struggling with building habits, I want to assure you that God's got you. Because He loves you, He will give you the strength to overcome the things of this world. He will fight for you everyday to build the habits that will expand His kingdom.
Song mentioned: Do it Again by Elevation Worship https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-6BD2z6ue90 Francis Chan rope analogy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=86dsfBbZfWs If you would like to email me with any questions or podcast ideas, email me at girlgodsgotyou@gmail.com Also, follow me on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/girl.godsgotyou/
With all of the transitions going on in this season due to the unexpected COVID-19 outbreak, it can be easy for us to get down on ourselves about what the "next steps" are in regard to our purpose. As the world is starting to break away from lock-down and the economy is opening up again, we can start to question what in the world our purpose is and what direction to take our life!
In a recent sermon I heard, the pastor explained that when we sit in isolation, it can be dangerous to listen to our own voice for too long. This is because we are our biggest critics and we can lose hope in ourselves. However, I challenge you to listen to God and understand that His purpose for you is not an afterthought. Even though the world has been changing dramatically, them purpose that God has had for you, since the moment of your inception, has not changed. I challenge you to talk to God, ask Him for guidance, and ask Him to help you find the purpose He has always had for you.
In this episode, I share tips and ideas from the wonderful book, "Building Your Storybrand" by Donald Miller. Although this book focuses on entrepreneurship, the main point of this book is to help people realize that society has problems, and it is our job to use our gifts to help offer solutions to the world. This is where we find our purpose.
As you are trying to figure out where to go next in your career and in your life path, I want to encourage you that you have specific gifts that can help bring Jesus' light to this world. Please never lose hope in the fact that God created you for a reason and wants to help you find this reason.
If you have any prayer requests or want more info on this episode, please email me at girlgodsgotyou@gmail.com or DM me Instagram at @girl.godsgotyou
Song Mentioned: Waymaker https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EXQGTInPpZU
Book Mentioned: Building a Story Brand by Donald Miller https://www.amazon.com/Building-StoryBrand-Clarify-Message-Customers/dp/0718033329
Hey friends! In this podcast episode, Rachel Clausen (my mom), and I dive into the health of the body, soul, and home. We get to hear some of Rachel's tips about patience, selflessness, and balance. We also dive into health hacks and home-cleaning tips! I hope you enjoy this episode! :)
Song Mentioned - "You're Beautiful" by Jeremy Riddle
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ca2mXA7kdVc
Rachel's Health Coaching Website
https://www.deserthealthmanagement.com
Rachel's email: deserthealthmanagement@gmail.com
It can be really easy to give up on a passion or a dream. It can be easy to lose hope and settle for less. It can be easy to stop trying when you're feeling hopeless. It can be easy to believe that life won't get any better.
But even though it's harder to trust God when your circumstances are bleak, you will find abundance and joy when you trust Him.
In today's episode, I share an excerpt from a video called "The Wall" by Jon Jorgenson. One of the many impactful lines from this video states, "If there's one thing we learn from the Scriptures, it's that we can never place a period where God has placed a comma, because when all other options have been worn out, when circumstances couldn't get worse, when everything else has failed, get ready, because THAT is EXACTLY where God shows up."
When we look at our life and think that there is a "period" at the end of a dream or a passion, we need to remember that God can put a "comma" in our life to change our direction and perspective. God's power is made perfect in weakness, and where you see no hope, where you feel like there's no light, where you put a period, God puts a comma. He sees a new vision and a new destination. Even when you can't see it, He does.
Instead of settling for less in life, pray to God and ask Him for a change in perspective and a change in direction. He created you to live in abundance and use your gifts for a reason. He wants you to have fulfillment and He will do everything He can to change your life for the better.
Videos mentioned in this episode:
"The Wall" by Jon Jorgenson: https://bit.ly/35TQYw5
How Would You Feel by Ed Sheehan: https://bit.ly/2zwZxRu
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Whether it’s the effects of quarantine, or the effects of living in a stressful hustle culture, it can be very easy to become aimless and unmotivated in life. When you’re at home quarantining, you can become restless and also feel like you have no real plan for your day. Or, when you were in the hustle and bustle of life, you may have felt that even though your life is all planned out, you still aren’t really sure where you’re actually going. Either way, it can be very difficult to see the big picture of life when the chaos and confusion of a fallen world is pressing in on us.
But here’s the truth: God’s got you.
I know it’s cliche and repetitive, but there’s a reason it is… Because it’s true! :) God’s got you because He is the light in your darkness, the compass in your confusion, and your unchanging stability in times of change.
Although it’s inevitable that we live in a fallen world, we can overcome the overwhelm by reading God’s living Word, understanding that your existence on this earth means something, and making a continual effort to talk to God every day.
In this episode, I share some personal experience of feeling aimless and the things I try to do when I need more motivation and direction in my life. I hope you enjoyed this episode and that it brought some helpful insight. God bless you!
“Forever Amen” by Steffany Gretzinger
https://bit.ly/2WiOkf8
Single, Dating, Engaged Married by Ben Stuart:
https://amzn.to/3aSBycc
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Hey sis! Guess what? God’s got you!!
In today’s podcast episode, we have two wonderful guests, Haelee and Emma from the Hey Sis Podcasts! We were on the pod today to talk about advice we would give our 14 year old selves!
We covered so many interesting topics such as strengthening self-confidence, trusting God more, being more patient with others, and overcoming anxious thoughts. We also had some fun laughs about embarrassing 14-year-old moments. Also, we hope you enjoy the cringy yet adorable 14-year-old throwback photos (check them out at @girl.godsgotyou)
Have a wonderful Monday! We hope you enjoyed the episode and that it brought a smile to your face! If you want to check out the Hey Sis Podcast, check out their instagram at @theheysispodcast
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Emma's Insta: @emma__angell
Hello Friends! I wanted to talk about a song that I recently have been loving. It’s called, “I Love Me” by Demi Lovato. The lyrics to this song were so impactful, it inspired me to share what’s been on my heart for awhile when it comes to self love. One specific song lyric that really got me thinking was, “I wonder when I love me is enough?”
When is “I love me” truly enough? When can we really feel like we have self-worth, self-love, and self-confidence? When can we look at ourselves and truthfully tell ourselves that we love the way God created us to be?
I think we ask ourselves these questions all the time, whether we know it or not. From personal experience, “I love me” is enough when I choose to put my self-worth in Jesus’ hands and no one else’s. Every single time I let someone define my self worth (and let myself define my self-worth), I never feel like enough. The reason why I was always left feeling empty and rejected was that I wasn’t letting the Creator define His creation.
But here’s some truth: Jesus chose to die for you because He knew you weren’t enough. Jesus chose to love you so that He could show you what you’re worth. The main idea I want to share with you all is that we can only appreciate and love ourselves when we put our self-worth in the hands of Jesus. When we put our self-worth in what others say about us, and even in our own abilities and definition of ourselves, we will always be left empty. But the beautiful fact about Jesus’ love is that He chooses to love us eternally not because of what we accomplish, not because of what we look like, not because we’ve got it all together… Jesus chooses to love us because He cares about us and wants His love to be the main source of motivation and fulfillment in life.
In today’s podcast episode, I share the top three reasons why I think you really should love who you are and appreciate the fact that God chose to create you to use your gifts to change the world! :)
I hope you enjoy. God bless you!
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Link to “I Love Me” by Demi Lovato: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O7fjvtl-in0
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I know that during these uncertain times, it can be easy to focus on the negative things. However, I hope this more lighthearted episode added some joy and some helpful lifestyle tips to your day! I also want to encourage you that even though it can be difficult to see the silver lining, God can help us use this time to learn how to trust Him better. God can also help us use this time to really think about our lives and understand what traits we want to cultivate in ourselves and what habits we want to start forming to become better people. As C.S. Lewis stated, "Hardships often provide ordinary people for an extraordinary destiny.” There are times in our life where things don’t go as planned and we have to surrender our future to God. The beautiful thing is that God has the power to turn bad things around for good. Just look at the conversation Jesus has with God in Matthew 26 in the Garden of Gethsemane. Jesus was anxious in anticipation for His crucifixion. But Jesus still put His future in God’s hands because Jesus knew that God would transform even a crucifixion into something beautiful. And look what happened! Because Jesus died on the cross, we all now have the opportunity to spend eternity with Jesus! God’s plans are so much bigger than our own. He does have a beautiful plan for your life and He will take care of you. We just have to do our best to trust Him each day. Regardless of how uncertain the external world around us is, we can be certain that God loves us and will take care of us.
Bible passages referenced: Matthew 26-28 https://bit.ly/2Rg4nse
Song referened: “No One Ever Cared For Me Like Jesus” by Steffany Gretzinger https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-fpUvEKd91w
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I've heard this phrase many times, "If you want to attract quality people, you first have to be a quality person." In other words, you need to be the type of person you want to attract. So many times, we complain about not having quality people in our lives, but we have to be honest with ourselves and ask this question:
Is the way we are living our lives attracting the right people?
You can relate this to a romantic relationship or a friendship, but the point is that if you want good people in your life, you need to be the kind of person that quality people want to spend time with.
However, we must realize that we shouldn't change our life for another person. Rather, we should change our life and work on self-improvement in order follow the example that Jesus has shown us. The main point is that you shouldn't change for anyone. Instead, you should change because God wants you to live your life for Him. It's when you first focus on following Jesus' example that you will attract quality people. Pursuing Jesus will reap the benefits of developing a strong community around you.
In this episode, I share my top ten goals of self-improvement that I'm working on currently. I hope this offers some inspiration and encouragement to you if you want to try something new in your daily routine, or if you want to grow deeper in your relationship with God.
Regardless, I also want to encourage you that Jesus loves you SO MUCH no matter who you are or what you do. However, self-improvement and following Jesus' example is so important because it helps you better spread Jesus' light to a dark world. Learning to live more like Jesus will help bring others closer to His presence every single day because they will see Jesus shine through your daily life.
God bless you all. Thank you so much for listening to this episode! :)
I have added some inspirational graphics to my Instagram page, so if you want to check them out, here's the link to my page! :) https://www.instagram.com/girl.godsgotyou/
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In today's episode, I talk all about having Jesus in your boat! When the storms of life hit us by surprise, we have to remember that Jesus is not surprised. He knows how to handle the situation, and He will give you this wisdom to handle it. Jesus will also give you comfort and strength as you try to get through the waves of life. I was inspired to talk about this topic after going to a sermon at Gateway Church in Scottsdale where the pastor talked all about how to overcome fear. The Biblical story he referenced was from Matthew 8, sharing how the disciples were in the boat with Jesus when a storm hit. Although the disciples were freaking out and overreacting, Jesus calmed the disciples fears by calming the waters. Jesus was fully calm because He knew that He could settle the storm. We should approach storms by trusting in Jesus' abilities to help us.
In this episode, I share the main ideas that really stuck out to me from this sermon. As a summary, here are the four truths that really spoke to me, and I hope they speak to you, as well:
1: Satan's goal of fear is to distract you from running the race for God.
2: Once you're saved, Jesus is in the boat no matter the storm.
3: Storms can change the direction in your life. God can either put storms in your life to open up your eyes. Or, Satan caused the storm, but God turned it around for good.
4: Focus on who is with you in the storm instead of focusing on what is thrown at you.
Even though it's easy to let fear grip our attention, we must remember that nothing is a surprise to God. He is in control. Even when we don't know what's coming next, we can have full confidence that God will take care of us because He loves us and wants to protect His children.
God bless you all.
"Run to The Father" by Cody Carnes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HcpeLDp0Foo
Sermon Referenced: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wpNSkVdTfHU
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It can be difficult at times to find joy in the present when you have so many big plans ahead of you. Or, it can be hard to work in the mundane, tedious tasks of life when you have no idea what direction to go in. Regardless, we can oftentimes take the present day for granted, focusing too much on the future and not appreciating the gifts God has given us today.
This podcast episode shares some different ways you can find joy in the everyday tasks. The first perspective that this podcast dives into is understanding that because Jesus has a big plan for your life, you don't have to stress about it. God created you for a reason and gave you specific gifts and opportunities to pursue the life He created you to live. Because God has given you these gifts, you have every ability to pursue the plan He has set for you. It's just your job to depend on God and believe in yourself.
Another lesson that this podcast discusses is that if we live by the fundamental principles that make us who we are, we can overcome the crazy changes in life. Change is inevitable, and sometimes it can be very overwhelming. However, if we stick to our fundamental values and ask God for fulfillment and joy, we can remain centered on him. Matthew 7:24-25 reminds of this, telling us to build our life on a rock rather than on sand.
The last perspective that this podcasts shares is that the most rewarding achievements are the incremental wins that collect over time. So often, we focus more on the destination and forget to be thankful for the journey. But it's actually in the journey that we gain new skills. It's in the journey that we make memories, experience love, understand the importance of self-discipline, and grow closer to God. We can't forget all the little wins that we experience in the journey toward to greater goal because these wins are the very things that give us motivation to continue to live for God each day.
I hope that you enjoy this podcast and never forget that God has a plan for your life. There is no need to fear. Just enjoy each day and find a reason to be thankful for each day. It's when you're able to do this that you can find joy in the simplest things.
God bless you! :)
Books Mentioned:
- You Are the Girl for the Job: Daring to Believe the God Who Calls You by Jess Connolly
https://amzn.to/2veB3KY
- No More Holding Back: Emboldening Women to Move Past Barriers, See Their Worth, and Serve God Everywhere by Kat Armstrong
https://amzn.to/38BFT2B
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Sometimes, it is hard to believe in God. Sometimes, it is easy to lose faith in the promises that God has for you. However, whenever I am going through a difficult time or when I need to be reminded of why I believe in God, I think about these three reasons:
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I would rather live my whole life thinking God is real, rather than regret choosing not to believe in Him
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God is my lifeline through the good and the bad things
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God makes my life mean something
In this episode, I walk you through my faith journey, sharing with you about how I started to seriously grow my relationship with God ever since I was 15 years old. If you're struggling with anything, I want to encourage you that no matter what, God will always try to help you. He is always there, you just have to reach out and touch his hand.
I challenge you to reach out to God, ask Him for help, and ask Him to guide your life. God has a wonderful plan for you and created you to live for a greater purpose. Since God is the one who created your life story, He knows what chapter you're in. He knows what's going to come next. He knows how to prepare you for each triumph and struggle. God is in control, and He just wants to help you live the life you were created to live.
The greatest decision I have ever made in my life was to give my heart to Jesus.
He provides for me, motivates me, and gives me a reason to live that is higher than simply just to live for myself. If you're feeling stuck in life and feel like you're just missing something, reach out to God. You won't regret it!
Thank you so much for listening. God bless you all!
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Hello Everyone! Thank you so much for taking the time to tune in to another podcast episode! In this episode, I will be sharing my top tips about how to stay productive even when you're tired, exhausted, and overwhelmed. We only get one life to live, so we ought to live it well and work hard at everything we do to bring glory to God!
But oftentimes, we struggle with enjoying the path of productivity as we try to reach our goals. Although the destination of accomplishing your goal feels pretty amazing and life-giving, the journey to achieving these goals can be tiresome, exhausting, and sometimes confusing.
In this episode, I want to give you encouragement, letting you know that God's got you and will guide you throughout your journey of completing goals to fulfill your overall mission in life. God knows what you need to do, but He also knows when you need to rest and give time to Him! I challenge you to pray to God, talk to Him about your goals, and ask Him to intervene in your life so that He can help you live the life that you were created to live.
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Hello Friends! I am so excited for this episode because it's all about my favorite Bible verses! Yay!
Although WAY more that 6 Bible verses have impacted my life, these 6 Bible verses I share in this episode are the the passages in the Bible that have been resonating with me either for many years or for the past couple of months. These verses have shown me so much encouragement and helps me grow close to God. I hope that these Bible verse encourage, inspire, and motivate you as well! :)
Here are the Bible verse mentioned in this Podcast!
1: Psalm 139:1
2: John 13:34-35
3: Psalm 30:11
4: Galatians 5:1
5: Ephesians 5:8
6: Romans 8:1-4
I have converted these Bible verses into fun wallpaper backgrounds for your phone if you want to be reminded about some of these verses throughout your day! If you want to screenshot these wallpapers, check out my Instagram at @girl.godsgotyou
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Hi Friends! I wanted to share some fun tips about how to stay healthy and fit even if you live a busy life! Whether you are a high school student, college student, just starting your career, or have been trying to live a healthy lifestyle your whole life, this episode is for you!
In this episode, I talk about food hacks, workout tips, products I love, and how to focus your mindset on glorifying God in the midst of it all! It can be so easy to focus solely on the physical aspect of fitness and health. However, I am challenging myself (and you) to realize that we should be healthy so that we can better use our gifts to serve God and love others. Our bodies hold our heart, soul, and mind, so we need to take care of the body God gave us. Fitness and health shouldn't only be about what we look like. It should be about how we feel. When we take care of our bodies, we can live the life God created us to live!
I pray that your 2020 is started off with much joy and contentment.
Here are the products I mentioned in this podcast:
Orgain Organic Vegan Chocolate Protein Powder
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My Favorite Resistance Bands From Amazon! :)
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The Creator gets to define His creation.
This one phrase is so impactful to me because it helps me realize that I do not dictate my self-worth. My actions can't prove my self-worth. My friends and family can't dictate my self-worth.
Only God can tell me and assure my that I have self-worth.
Because of this, I remind myself of Biblical truths and verses about how much God loves me, pursues me, and will never give up on me. When I have a bad day where I don't have much self-confidence and when I am overwhelmed, I remind myself about these 10 affirmations and it really helps me have a better perspective on life! I hope these 10 affirmations can help you, too!
God bless and always know that you so loved.
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Do you ever feel weighed down by your own expectations? Do you feel as though you can't achieve your goals or improve in life because you constantly fail yourself?
Well, this podcast is here to say, "Girl, God's Got You!"
When you feel overwhelmed, exhausted, and burnt-out, God will lift you out of your slump and teach you how to find self-confidence and rest in Him! Jesus died on the cross for a reason: to give you freedom. He didn't just die to free you from going to Hell, Jesus freed you from have to always seek perfection!
When we understand that our purpose on earth is to use our gifts to serve others and love God, we can feel content with who we are! I challenge you to stop seeking perfection, and instead seek a life of glorifying God through your thoughts, words and actions!
Instead of worrying about your own perfection, be thankful that Jesus paid the price for you to have eternal freedom and joy!
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