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Have you always known you could change the world - if only you could find your car keys on the regular? Clutter Free Academy is for you. If you want to live clutter free, organized and prepared for anything, this is to podcast you must listen to. With practical ideas and tons of hope, humor and how-tos, host Kathi Lipp with teach you to live with Less Cutter, More Life.
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Did you know the Hebrew root word for marriage is the same as mess? Okay, maybe not, but it wasn’t a stretch to believe, right? This is the podcast for Christian married couples who are in the middle of a messy moment. They need to laugh. They need clear, practical advice. And they need to hear from someone with an actual degree in this thing. Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley are those people. They have reached millions of couples through their counseling practices, books, events, and work at Focus ...
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Welcome to the (in)courage podcast! We are all different ages, in different life stages, and we come from different cultures and churches, but our common thread is the hope of Jesus. Each weekday we meet you right where you are as one of our writers shares what’s going on in her everyday life and how God’s right in the middle of it all. We bring our joys and struggles equally so that you can feel less alone, and be empowered by the hope Jesus gives. We hope you’ll bring us along with you on ...
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How can we answer God's call now, even after our failures and mistakes? With the problems of the world? When we feel defeated and useless? Instead of listening to our enemy, let's listen as the Lord calls us to build His Kingdom every day. Because if we're not home yet, we're not done yet.
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This show is for people who want more joy at home. Arlene will help you bridge the gap between your ideal family and the real thing. You don't have to come from a happy home to create one. Your host Arlene Pellicane is a speaker and author of several books including 31 Days to a Happy Husband and Parents Rising. She and her husband James have been married more than 24 years and have three children. Inside this podcast, you'll meet some of the kindest and smartest experts when it comes to mar ...
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#634 Time-Saving Strategies for Busy Cooks: Sabbath Soup Secrets
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Listen Now 634 – Time-Saving Strategies for Busy Cooks: Sabbath Soup Secrets Hey there, busy friends! Have you ever wished for a true day of rest from cooking? In this episode of Clutter-Free Academy, Kathi Lipp and co-host Tonya Kubo dive into time-saving strategies for meal planning and preparation. Kathi introduces her upcoming book, “Sabbath So…
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Kathi Lipp: How to Be the Soup Friend
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"The last thing a person needs when they are in the middle of a crisis is one more decision to make. Recently, when my husband and I were going through a challenging season physically, we had a number of people tell us, “Let me know if I can help.” And while I love the heart behind those words, the last thing I could do was strategize the “what, wh…
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Becky Keife: Hope Can Change the World Through Amazing People Like YOU!
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God is the Source of all hope, the Giver of every good thing — but He invites us to be His messengers. Whether by practical support, a helping hand, or comforting words, we all have the ability to encourage others! Today is National Day of Encouragement! It's the perfect time to give thanks for the ways God has infused your heart with hope and look…
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A Shattered Heart and New Definition of Peace
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God offers a different kind of peace. Lasting. Unshakable. Perfect. Whether we’re in a time of crisis or just trudging through the struggles of ordinary life, we can entrust our troubled, fearful hearts to the one who is worthy of our trust. Leave a comment and join the conversation today: https://incourage.me/?p=248696 -- Every day is a chance to …
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Kristen Strong: In Praise of Your Framily
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"If you don’t have the words to tell that friend you love like family what she means to you, I’ve come up with the words for you through this book! It’s a poignant-with-a-side-of-humor hardback that’s also beautifully designed, and it’s for any gal you want to thank for being the friend you love like family. This world is a divisive one, and plenty…
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634 – Time-Saving Strategies for Busy Cooks: Sabbath Soup Secrets
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Hey there, busy friends! Have you ever wished for a true day of rest from cooking? In this episode of Clutter-Free Academy, Kathi Lipp and co-host Tonya Kubo dive into time-saving strategies for meal planning and preparation. Kathi introduces her upcoming book, "Sabbath Soup: Weekly Menus and Rhythms to Make Space for a Day of Rest," and shares ins…
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Tyra Rains: They Were Living My Dream
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"When we rejoice with those who rejoice, it shows clean hands and a pure heart. It takes humility, love that’s unconditional, and self-control to celebrate with others. Especially with those who receive the prayer you’ve been praying to receive yourself. It’s never quite as hard if someone gets what we didn’t want. However, when they get the thing …
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Sometimes, married life can begin to feel like a perpetual business meeting. You know.. who's picking up the kids? Doing the laundry? Feeding the dog? Join us this week as Greg & Erin sit down with pastor and comedian Ted Cunningham to talk about how you can break out of the business meeting and have fun together. Later, we'll do some of our favori…
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Laura Kelly Fanucci: When It’s Hard to Be on the Internet
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"We need to love our neighbor and our enemy everywhere. When I get lost online and have to find my bearings again, I try to remember what has helped me in the past. 1. Pray before you post. 2. Take a deep breath to ground yourself in the Holy Spirit. 3. Forgive others and ask for forgiveness. 4. Look to wise leaders. 5. Keep Jesus’s welcome and wis…
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Dawn Camp: In All Things, God Is Good
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"All of us are in different circumstances, but chances are you’re dealing with your own challenges now. I hope my story encourages you to support the people around you, whether friends, family, or strangers, to see the Lord’s provision in the bleakest circumstances, and when you find yourself overwhelmed by big worries, focus on simple daily blessi…
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#633 From Overwhelmed to Organized: A Step-by-Step Guide to Clutter-Free Meal Planning
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Listen Now 633 – From Overwhelmed to Organized: A Step-by-Step Guide to Clutter-Free Meal Planning Hey there, friend! Are you tired of feeling like a short-order cook seven days a week? In this episode of Clutterfree Academy, host Kathi Lipp and co-host Tonya Kubo dive into the revolutionary concept of “Sabbath Soup,” as featured in Kathi’s upcomin…
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"When was the last time you truly rested? When did you sit on the back porch and sip a cup of tea? When did you lie in bed for thirty minutes before turning to your phone? When did you choose to trust God that resting is a part of your wiring? Make time today to rest. You’ll find Him waiting there for you." Leave a comment for Sopha Rush and be ent…
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633 – From Overwhelmed to Organized: A Step-by-Step Guide to Clutter-Free Meal Planning
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Hey there, friend! Are you tired of feeling like a short-order cook seven days a week? In this episode of Clutterfree Academy, host Kathi Lipp and co-host Tonya Kubo dive into the revolutionary concept of "Sabbath Soup," as featured in Kathi's upcoming book. Kathi emphasizes starting small, such as preparing one soup for Sunday, and gradually build…
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"Tell God what's too much for you to handle today and hand it to Him. What should you do if you're feeling overwhelmed today? Follow King David's example. Rather than turn away from God in his problems, David turned toward God. He didn't hide his honest and raw emotions; you don't have to either. In Psalm 55, David continues to pour out his heart, …
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You don't have to be married for decades to become a Marriage Champion; you can start right now! Join Greg & Erin as they sit down with blossoming Marriage Champions JC & Saundra Mena to discuss how young married couples can strengthen their relationship, and pour into others. Later, we interview counselor Geremy Keeton about why marriage mentorshi…
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Ligia Andrade: The Best Advice from Las Damas
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"It's the love of Jesus that my Abue and other women in our communities have so intentionally and beautifully modeled for me throughout my life – love through community. Coming together intentionally, nurturing safety in the relationships we are entrusted with. They know that generations to come are not only shaped by traditions but by togetherness…
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Dawn Camp: Make a Difference by Breaking Bread
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"Sisters, we can make a difference in someone’s life with something we do every day: sitting down for a meal. Breaking bread together involves more than eating; it’s about serving people and spending time with them. It’s about slowing down, sharing stories, and savoring food and fellowship. You don’t need to throw a fancy dinner party (although you…
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Michele Cushatt: The Extraordinary Miracle of Encouragement
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"I have never felt so encouraged and excited about the global church. The headlines might be full of bad news, but the Good News is alive and thriving. And what God is doing in and through His Bride all over the globe is nothing short of spectacular." Leave a comment for Michele: https://incourage.me/?p=241119 -- If you love listening to the (in)co…
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#632 Decluttering with Teens and Other Family Members: Life Lessons in Letting Go and Prioritizing What Matters
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Listen Now 632 Decluttering with Teens and Other Family Members: Life Lessons in Letting Go and Prioritizing What Matters Hey there, friends! Can you relate to this statement? The Teenage Years: that stage where your sweet kiddos suddenly develop opinions about everything and seem to forget how to unload a dishwasher. In this episode of Clutter Fre…
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Holley Gerth: Three Words from Jesus to Give You Hope Today
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"What’s causing you to lose heart today? Whatever you’re facing, it matters to Jesus. He has seen all you have endured. He knows how many nights you’ve stared at the ceiling, trying to sleep. He has heard every prayer that feels like it’s still unanswered. Jesus knows how hard it is sometimes to just keep trusting, keep pressing forward, keep belie…
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632 – Decluttering with Teens and Other Family Members: Life Lessons in Letting Go and Prioritizing What Matters
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Listeners will discover: How to implement a fair and fun chore wheel system The value of allowing teens to develop independence and responsibility Navigating the transition when teens leave for college and return home How building a strong family community prepares teens for life's challenges This episode provides listeners with actionable strategi…
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Jenny Erlingsson: When God Whispers
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"God has never stopped speaking. Although God may come on the scene with thunderous roars, He can pierce through the hardest hearts with the gentlest whisper. God is faithful to step into our whirlwinds. Instead of matching the fury of a storm, He encloses us in His arms, tucks us to His chest, and speaks the words that we desperately need to hear.…
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Did you know that 75% of modern couples live together before they get married? Did you also know that 75% of couple who live together before they get married end in divorce? Join us as Dr. David Gudgel outlines the negative effects of cohabitation. Later, we debunk a popular marriage myth, and then we answer a question from a listener who wants to …
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Robin Dance: Everyday Superpowers, Supernatural Power, and Why We Absolutely Need Both
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"God was at work. He heard the prayers of those interceding, and the Holy Spirit tended my heart. “Be positive” became a battle cry. This wasn’t my Pollyanna disposition resurfacing. Being positive became a powerful act of resistance against the darkness around and within me. This wasn’t any superpower. This was God’s supernatural power at work." *…
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Aliza Latta: God's Love Is the Ocean and All You Need to Do Is Float
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"It turns out that you don’t have to do anything to float. You trust that the water will hold you. You lean back… and simply relax. You and I are in the ocean of God’s love. There is nothing that can separate you from Him or His love for you. You are loved by God, and that is — and always will be — the truest thing about you. Whether you see it or …
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"'You were taught, with regard to your former way of life, to put off your old self, which is being corrupted by its deceitful desires; to be made new in the attitude of your minds; and to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness.' -Ephesians 4:22-24 NIV This is a daily choice, not a one-time decision. Like my …
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#631 Holiday Headstart: 5 More Tips for a Relaxed Season
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Listen Now 631 Holiday Headstart: 5 More Tips for a Relaxed Season Do you ever say you’ll start holiday prep early, but then suddenly it’s December and you’re in a tinsel-covered panic? Well, no more! In this episode, Kathi and co-host Tonya Kubo dive into part two of their discussion on preparing for the holidays in August. They offer practical ad…
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Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young: Using the Tent Pegs God Has Given Us
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"Both Deborah and Jael were wise, strategic, and courageous women who God used in extraordinary ways to lead and rescue His people. Friend, it’s unlikely that God will call you and me to take out a warrior with a tent peg, but He can use our strategic minds, our creative hands, and our discerning hearts for His glory." **Our website is currently ha…
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631 – Holiday Headstart: 5 More Tips for a Relaxed Season (Aug 20)
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Do you ever say you'll start holiday prep early, but then suddenly it's December and you're in a tinsel-covered panic? Well, no more! In this episode, Kathi and co-host Tonya Kubo dive into part two of their discussion on preparing for the holidays in August. They offer practical advice for early holiday planning. Kathi and Tonya emphasize the impo…
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Marriage mentors are extremely important in helping married couples develop strong marriages Join us as Greg & Erin sit down with Marriage 911 mentors RG & Karen Yallaly to talk through how, and why, you should consider mentoring other couples. Later, we hear a devotion from Bill Arbuckle, then we answer a question from a listener who wants to know…
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Jennifer Dukes Lee: Praise Him Anyway
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"I want to be the kind of person who, even at my lowest, refuses to allow circumstances to dictate my life or my praise. I confess to you that on hard days, my first reaction isn’t to feel thankful. On hard days, you’d more likely find me trying to pray my way out of the struggle. But the truth of the matter is, hard days can turn into hard seasons…
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Karina Allen: What It Can Look Like to Praise in the Middle of a Struggle
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"Oh, that Christ's power would rest on us. His grace is indeed sufficient for any struggle that comes our way. Thank God that it is a sustaining grace. We can trust Him. And we can trust those who He places in our lives. This is how we can we can praise Him. We thank God for His truth in our lives and how He sets us in His family. God is our faithf…
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Becky Keife: Hope for New Life from the Aftermath of Destruction
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"God takes what is burned and busted up and makes it beautifully purposeful. Romans 8:28 says, 'We know that all things work together for the good of those who love God, who are called according to his purpose.' Whether we are suffering through the blackened aftermath of our sin or wounds from the sins of others, whether we’re walking through chron…
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Mary Carver: There's No Way Back to Normal But There Is a Way Forward
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"Jesus made it clear: He is the way. Our path forward is to follow Him. How do we follow the Lord instead of our longings for a different reality? We read God’s Word. Or we pour our hearts out in prayer until we’ve made space to be filled up by Him. We stand in His creation and listen to the story it tells. We crank up the music or lift up our hand…
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#630 Plan Now, Relax Later: 5 August Tips for a Peaceful Christmas
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Listen Now 630 Plan Now, Relax Later: 5 August Tips for a Peaceful Christmas Do you feel stressed out during the holidays? Trust us, your future self will thank you for listening to this episode. In this episode of Clutter Free Academy, Kathi Lipp and co-host Tonya Kubo discuss the importance of making key decisions in August to ensure a less stres…
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Anna E. Rendell: The Gift of My Faults
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"God stays the same so we don’t have to. While adapting to the changes we don’t ask for can drag us right through the mud and into the valley, God the author remains unchanged. Malachi 3:6 (NIV) says straight up, "I the Lord do not change." And His faithfulness, His consistency, His unchanging nature can soothe our fear of the unknown." Leave a com…
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630 – Plan Now, Relax Later: 5 August Tips for a Peaceful Christmas
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Do you feel stressed out during the holidays? Trust us, your future self will thank you for listening to this episode. In this episode of Clutter Free Academy, Kathi Lipp and co-host Tonya Kubo discuss the importance of making key decisions in August to ensure a less stressful holiday season. Kathi and Tonya emphasize the benefits of early planning…
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Kayla Craig: Seasons Change, and So Should We
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"When I read my Bible, I feel a bit like Alice in Wonderland, opening doors and going down rabbit holes, often finding more questions than answers. The more I learn, the more I wonder. The more I wonder, the more I learn. A life walking with Christ is comforting yet often confounding. The more we embrace a posture of Christian curiosity, the more o…
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World-renowned love experts Milan & Kay Yerkovich join us for a deeper dive into love styles. Listen to discover your love style, and how it impacts your reaction to stress. Later, we interview marriage counselor Glenn Lutgens on how you can reconnect with your spouse. Then, we hear a question from a listener who wants to know how he can navigate h…
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Bonus Episode: Stronger Than Stress, with Barb Roose
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If you’re exhausted, overwhelmed, or discouraged as you try to hold everything together, today is the start of a new day. . . and we have just the conversation you need to support your soul. In this episode, Becky Keife and Barb Roose discuss the topic of stress and overwhelm through the lens of Barb's new book, Stronger Than Stress. They talk abou…
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Jessica Haberman: Feel Like You’re Failing? Take This Lesson From a Lilac Bush
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"We were created to be in direct relationship with God. Just like lilacs were created for direct sunlight, we were created to be in direct relationship with God. Comforted by His presence. Fueled by His warmth. Growing closer and closer to Him every day. Boldly displaying abundant blooms as a living example of the goodness and power of Jesus." Leav…
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Rachel Marie Kang: This World Is Not Our Home. But Knowing That Doesn’t Make It Any Less Hard to Live In
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"What I'm really waiting for is a home that can’t be built with brick and beams. Jesus knows what it’s like to have no home, no place to lay his head, no permanent place of peace. He knows, full well, about persecution, poverty, and placelessness. Jesus knows the transient life, living from bags and boxes, so to speak. How to be in a place and, mys…
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Michele Cushatt: Peace in the Middle of the Storm
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"Although my world rocks and the wind roars, my faith is with Jesus. He sits in my boat, even while the storm grows. Peace is with me, right here, right now, no matter what comes." Get your Book and Planner bundle here (and save 25% with code PLAN25): https://www.dayspring.com/in-courage-agenda-prayer-board-100-days-of-strength-in-any-struggle-gift…
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Barb Roose: How to Pray for God to Lead You
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"God offers gentle nudges intended to get us to pause, reflect, slow down, and align ourselves with Him again. Letting God lead us begins with realizing our need to be led every day and never getting to the point where we think we don’t need God’s guidance or correction. There are times on our path when we pull, and the Holy Spirit gets our attenti…
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629 – How to Incorporate Vintage Finds Without the Clutter
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Hey there, friends! Have you ever wondered how to balance your love for vintage items with a desire for a clutter-free home? In this episode of Clutter Free Academy, host Kathi Lipp welcomes designer Hillary Prall for part 2 of their insightful discussion on balancing vintage design with clutter-free living. Hillary, who is both a vintage enthusias…
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