Thursday, Nov 19, 2009

Getting Rid of the Things That Plague You

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What holds you back?

Do you have things that bug you, but you can't seem to get rid of them? Do you find yourself constantly worrying about the same thing, or feeling guilty about the same thing, but it never seems to get dealt with?

You're not alone. Pharaoh suffered from stuff, too, and he wasn't the most effective at dealing with these pesky things in his life.

In this short, insightful and funny podcast, you'll see what we can learn from this long-dead Egyptian king. Learn to get rid of the frogs in your life, and you'll find that life is much less slimy!

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Wednesday, Nov 11, 2009

Do You Struggle with Believing God Loves You?

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Jesus loves you. We hear it in Sunday School. We sing it. But do we believe it?

We may, but when bad things happen, we soon find out whether that belief is just a few inches deep or whether it reaches down to our hearts.

In this personal podcast, I share my struggles with feeling God's love, even in the most difficult time in my life, when my son lay dying.

If you've ever yelled at God, "Why would you do this to me?"; if you've ever struggled to feel God's acceptance of you; if you've ever wondered if He really loves you, then this podcast is for you.

I hope it blesses you, and gives you a glimpse of the God who loves, even in our darkest times, and who carries us through our pain.

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Tuesday, Oct 20, 2009

The Prodigal Son and What Not to Wear

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I just love the show What Not to Wear. I love Stacey. She tells it like it is. I love the guests, who seem so shy and timid at the beginning, but just shine at the end.

And then one day I was reading the story of the Prodigal Son, and it struck me that it's a big What Not to Wear episode. There's a lot about clothes. There's a lot about transformations. And grace. And accepting grace.

And as much as God wants to give it, we have to be the ones to accept it, just as those women have to accept the makeover. Accepting can be hard, if we've grown accustomed to thinking of ourselves in a certain way. But God doesn't want us limited; He wants us to live a big life with Him.

So if you're stuck, and you need a pick-me-up, listen in to this quick explanation of the makeover that God wants to do in our lives--and that we need to accept!

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Monday, Oct 12, 2009

How Much Does Working Cost?

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You think you should get a job because your family really needs the money.

But here's a question: have you factored in how much it actually costs to work? In this podcast, I walk us step by step through the calculations of how much your job may cost you, so that you can make an informed decision for your family!

All of this information is also included in my book, To Love, Honor and Vacuum! Find out more here!

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Monday, Oct 05, 2009

Stay at Home Moms--You're Worth It!

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Have you ever felt discouraged as a stay at home mom?

There's no one around to tell you that you're doing a great job. All you have is kids who need you constantly, dishes that are never done, and an endless basket of laundry.

It's easy to feel that we're not getting anywhere, and that we're just spinning our wheels.

If you're feeling like that, you're not alone! And I'm sure you need some encouragement. So listen in to this quick podcast to hear why we often feel so discouraged--and why what you're doing is really worth it in the end!

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Monday, Sep 28, 2009

Teaching Kids to Do Chores

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I don't mind doing laundry, but I hate mopping the floor. I'm not big on dishes, either. Or cleaning toilets.

Luckily, I have children. And they are perfect for such tasks!

In this podcast, I talk about the necessity of teaching kids to do chores. Not just because it gives us a break, but also because kids need to be taught to be independent.

Listen in as we talk about the philosophy behind chores--and why teaching them to do chores will actually boost their self-esteem (and their chances of marriage)! It will also help those marriages to be far more successful.

It's only 5 minutes long, but it can motivate you to make necessary changes in your parenting! And then maybe you won't have to do all the mopping after all.

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Tuesday, Sep 22, 2009

Keeping Your Sanity When It Comes to Kids' Activities

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Let's say you have three kids. They're each involved in two activities a week: swimming, karate, gymnastics, skating, hockey. That doesn't seem too bad, does it? Every kid wants to do at least two activities.

But add that up, and it means you're never eating dinner together as a family! You're spending your life on the road, grabbing take-out food.

Is gymnastics really worth losing your family over?

And what about your own activities? Are you getting so busy with your own stuff that you have no time for those around you who need you?

Listen in to today's podcast, and figure out how you can reclaim your family--and your sanity!

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