Live It Out with The Planning Woman

Ecclesiastes 3:1 tells us, "For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven.” As we navigate through life, we will naturally stop doing certain things and start doing new things. In my own life, I have moved out of the phase of being highly involved in my kids' lives. They are adults now and are learning to manage life on their own. There are times when God tells us to stop certain activities so that He can move us in a new direction. There are other situations, though, where God may be calling you to simply pause and stop doing something for a season. After that season is completed, then He may call you back to that thing.  And that's what I want to talk about in this episode. I've felt led over the last couple of weeks to press pause in an area of my life. I'll share where I'm pressing pause and how I came to the conclusion that this pause is necessary. So grab your favorite beverage and settle in as we talk about what to do when God tells us to pause.   Join the FREE Live It Out Community Join the email newsletter list and get a free FOCUS Bible study guide   Connect with Jennifer: Email - jennifer@jenniferbooth.com Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/jenniferboothministries Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/jenniferboothministries  

One of the biggest blessings I get from writing and podcasting comes when God uses something I've written or podcasted about to encourage or speak to me months or years later. I have had the privilege of writing monthly devotionals for a denominational magazine several times over the last few years. When I write these devotionals, I have to submit them about six months before they are published. So, when I read them in the month they were written for, I always find that God speaks to me through my own writing. Just this week, God used one of my past podcast episodes to encourage and speak to me. I knew my time was limited for putting together this episode, so I went back into the archives to find one to re-air that I thought would be encouraging to you this week. I decided to listen to episode 38, about 5 steps for bearing fruit. The reason I chose this podcast is because I shared in an episode earlier this year that my word of the year is thrive. And I determined that the way we thrive is to bear fruit. So I thought the episode on how to bear fruit would be a good one to share this summer. When I listened to it, I was surprised to hear myself talking about Psalm 1. This is the Psalm I talked about in the episode about thriving earlier this year. As I listened to what I shared about bearing fruit, God reminded me of things I need to continue to do in my life now to bear fruit. I'm not trying to brag because I feel that it was the Lord who gave me this message, but what I share in this episode is gold. I don't even remember writing the episode, so I know it was God who wanted me to share this message. This episode was first published in April 2019, so some things I talk about are no longer applicable to what I am doing now. You will hear a lot about The Planning Woman, my former brand, but there are certain aspects of what God was showing me about The Planning Woman that are still applicable to what I'm doing through Jennifer Booth Ministries. I also mention offering coaching packages. I am not doing that at this time. So disregard that information. And I talk about a community group I had at the time. That is now the Live It Out Community group which is not on social media. I'll link it in the show notes so you can check it out. So grab your favorite beverage and settle in while we learn how to bear fruit. I hope this episode blesses you!   Resources mentioned in the show: Ep. 38-5 Steps for Bearing Fruit Join the FREE Live It Out Community!   Connect with Jennifer: Email - jennifer@jenniferbooth.com Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/jenniferboothministries Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/jenniferboothministries  

Hey, friend! One of the goals I have with this podcast is to bring you practical tools for living out your faith. That's why I'm excited to share a conversation I had with my friend and ministry mentor Katie Orr about how to pray Scripture. In this episode, we talk about: Resources to help you learn how to study the Bible How you can study the Bible regardless of skill or time How to ditch perfection in prayer How praying Scripture is an effective way to pray   You will hear at the end of this episode about another recording Katie and I did that I said would be in a new program I've created. I have not yet launched that program and am still assessing what it is going to look like. But rest assured that I will share that video in some way as soon as I can. You do not want to miss this super practical episode, so grab your favorite beverage and settle in as we learn how to pray Scripture.   Connect with Katie: Her website:   http://www.katieorr.me Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thekatieorr IG: http://www.instagram.com/thekatieorr   Connect with Jennifer: Email - jennifer@jenniferbooth.com Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/jenniferboothministries Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/jenniferboothministries  

Just recently, I've had several friends go through difficult times in their lives. Three women I know experienced the death of their mamas this week. Another family has a 20-year-old daughter who just got diagnosed with cancer. A friend of mine has a 35-year-old son who was diagnosed with cancer a couple of months ago. And then, there are people who are experiencing relationship issues, job loss, or other difficulties.  Sometimes I wonder how I can help in these situations. Do I take food? Do I call them? How can I be of help? And because I'm not sure what would be most helpful, I confess I often don't do anything beyond sharing a message on social media. I believe God has opened my eyes lately to see the needs of people around me. Specifically, those going through a difficult time. So that's led me to think through how I could help them and show them the love of Christ through my actions. In this episode, I will share some things you can do when you see someone going through a difficult time. So, grab your favorite beverage and settle in while we learn how to help others.   Connect with Jennifer: Email - jennifer@jenniferbooth.com Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/jenniferboothministries Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/jenniferboothministries  

Hey, friend! I'm back with another episode from the archives. I've had a busier-than-expected June, so I'm taking the opportunity to share some of my favorite past episodes. I'll be back with fresh content in July. This week I'm sharing an interview I did with Eva Kubasiak in May of 2022. We talked about a ton of things related to studying the Bible. Eva shares some of her best tips to help you develop a Bible study routine so that you can study the Bible every day.  Packed full of practical, actionable ideas, I hope you enjoy this episode! Check out the original episode here for all the show notes and links.   Connect with Jennifer: Email - jennifer@jenniferbooth.com Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/jenniferboothministries Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/jenniferboothministries  

Have you ever thought about the legacy you will leave when you die? I'm not trying to be a downer, but we need to think about what people will remember about us when we're gone. As believers, our hope should be that our lives pointed to Christ. In an effort to simplify my summer, I'm sharing a couple of past episodes over the next two weeks. Today's episode was initially released as episode 13, where I talked about leaving a godly legacy. You'll want to listen in and learn about two people in the Bible, one who followed God and one who didn't. Also, I share ways you can become more intimately acquainted with God.   Next Steps: Join the Live It Out Community   Connect with Jennifer: Email - jennifer@jenniferbooth.com Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/jenniferboothministries Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/jenniferboothministries  

I have a confession to make. I am a recovering perfectionist. Maybe it's in the way I'm wired to be a rule follower, but I tend to let perfectionism get in the way of how I live out my faith. And, just being honest here, perfectionism has hindered progress in most areas of my life. Doing things with excellence is great. But if we allow perfectionism to take over, we can become paralyzed and not do even the smallest tasks we need to do. At various times in my life, perfectionism has kept me from having a meaningful quiet time with God. And as I've talked with other women about their quiet times, they make statements that make me think perfectionism is hindering their efforts to spend time with God. In this episode, I'm going to share four reasons perfectionism is keeping you from having a meaningful quiet time with God. These reasons are ones I've noticed in the lives of other women who say they don't have time to go deep with God. So grab your favorite beverage and settle in while I share these four reasons and give you some tips for overcoming procrastination when it comes to spending time with God.   Next Steps: Join the Live It Out Community Listen to related episodes: Ep. 180: 5 Tools to Help You Have an Effective Quiet Time Ep. 178: How I Fit Quiet Time Into My Morning Routine Ep. 125: Incorporating Journaling Into Your Quiet Time   Connect with Jennifer: Email - jennifer@jenniferbooth.com Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/jenniferboothministries Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/jenniferboothministries  

I've talked a lot about reading the Bible lately. And I have sensed that God is moving me in the direction of encouraging women to read the Bible consistently. I've learned that when I read the Bible consistently, I'm better able to live out my faith in a way that honors and glorifies God. Maybe you want to read the Bible consistently but just can't get motivated to start. It could be that you find the Bible hard to understand. Or you don't know how the Old and New Testaments relate to each other. It's possible you think you don't have enough time to read the Bible where you'll understand it or get something out of it. Any one of these reasons could make prioritizing reading the Bible a challenge.  I want so badly for you to experience the fullness of what God has done for you through His Son Jesus. And I want you to fall in love with the Bible just as much as I have. Now this is not to say we are idolizing the Bible itself. I'm talking about loving it as God's Word and desiring to read it so we can know what God has to say to us. In this episode, I will share three reasons for prioritizing reading the Bible. Hopefully, these will resonate with you and give you some ideas of how you can prioritize your Bible reading. So, grab your favorite beverage and settle in as we talk about prioritizing Bible reading.   Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Ep. 135-Making Time for Bible Study Ep. 178-How I Fit Quiet Time Into My Morning Routine   Join the FREE Live It Out Community for accountability and encouragement.

Hey, friend! Last week in episode 188, I talked about why we don't have to do it all. In that episode, I encouraged you to figure out what tasks or responsibilities you can let go of that are either unnecessary for you to do because someone else can do them or are ones that you are doing to please someone or meet someone else's expectations. The goal is to quit thinking we have to do it all. I'm taking my own advice and am going to take a bit of a shortcut with this week's episode. I'm swamped with finishing up two seminary classes this week as I'm recording this episode. I have two research papers due in a few days, so I need to focus all of my energies on completing those well. So, I've dug back into the archives and found an episode that I thought was relevant to where we are in the month. This episode is going live on May 31, 2023, so that means I've released a new Scripture Writing Plan for the month of June. I thought it would be helpful as we're moving into the second half of the year to talk about Scripture Writing. Maybe you've been using my Scripture Writing Plans for a while, and you want to uplevel how you are utilizing the plans. Or maybe you don't use the plans, but you are looking for a way to go deeper in your personal Bible study. I'm repeating episode 122, which originally aired in February of 2022. I talked about what Scripture Writing is and six different ways you can enhance your Scripture writing practice. I'll be back next week with a fresh episode. I hope you enjoy this refresher on the Scripture writing plans.   Resources Mentioned: Episode 122 Live It Out Community Grab the latest Scripture Writing Plan

There is a lie that has been going around for decades now that says women can and should do it all. What I mean by doing it all is having a career, raising a family, being a good wife, and taking care of your home. And as Christians, we've added being a good Christian to this list. You know, having the perfect quiet time with a cup of coffee and a lit candle with the perfect journal and highlighters. While all of these things are good in and of themselves, when they become our main focus instead of God, they can become idols. And this lie that women can and should do it all is just that, a lie. As believers, our main purpose in life is to honor and glorify God in all we do. From there, our lives can look drastically different from one woman to another and one season to the next. In this episode, I want to share with you how we can stop believing this lie and learn to focus on what God has called us to do in our current season of life. Join the FREE Live It Out Community

Hey, friend! Even with all the commands found in the Bible that show us how we are to obey God and live out our faith, sometimes it's hard to wrap our minds around all of those commands and put them into practice. And there are times when we wonder if we're even on the right path with God. I want to walk through Psalm 1 in this episode and present to you some ways you can know if you are on the right path. We'll see in this Psalm a vivid contrast between those who are following God and those who aren't. So grab your favorite beverage, your Bible, and a notebook and settle in as we dive into Psalm 1.   Resources mentioned in this episode: Episode 169-How to Thrive in the New Year   Join the FREE Live It Out Community  

Do you struggle with understanding the Bible? When you read it, does the Bible seem like a collection of books that may be somewhat related, yet you don't understand how they connect? If that's you, know that you are not alone. The Bible is a complex book that can be difficult to understand at first reading. Even if you've grown up going to church and learning stories from the Bible, you may not understand how they all connect. The Bible is really just one book that tells one story. It is the story of God's redemption of His people. From Genesis to Revelation, the Bible speaks of God's intended design for creation, how humanity has failed to live up to that design, and God's plan to restore His people to Himself. In this episode, I will share one thing you can do that will make reading and understanding the Bible more meaningful and accessible.

Are you in a season where it feels difficult to live out your faith? Do you struggle with reading the Bible consistently or communicating with God in prayer? Maybe you feel like your prayers are hitting the ceiling, and God does not know what you need. Or, worse, you wonder if He even cares. Friend, let me reassure you we all go through seasons like this where we find it hard to live out our faith. However, there is good news. We can navigate through this season and come out on the other side with renewed, fresh faith. Grab your favorite beverage and settle in while we talk about how to live out our faith, even when it's difficult. Join the FREE Live It Out Community for accountability and encouragement for living out your faith.

Hey, friend! I'm so excited to bring to you a conversation about discipleship that I had with my friend, Angie Likens.   Listen in to learn what discipleship is and how you can be a disciple and disciple others.   Resources mentioned in this episode:   Proclaim Truth Ministries   Proclaim Truth Experience   Connect with Angie on Instagram and Facebook.

This month we have been discussing how to develop the discipline of prayer. In episode 181, I shared four requirements of prayer that can be found in the Bible. In episode 182, I busted three myths about prayer. I'll link these episodes in the show notes so you can check them out. In the final episode of this series, I will share some practical action steps you can take to help you grow in your prayer life and develop the discipline of prayer. So grab your favorite drink and maybe a notebook and pen as you settle in to learn how you can practically develop the discipline of prayer. Resources Mentioned: Ep. 181-How to Develop the Discipline of Prayer-Part 1 Ep. 182-How to Develop the Discipline of Prayer-Part 2   Join the FREE Live It Out Community

Hey, friend! This month on Live It Out with Jennifer Booth, we are talking about how to develop the discipline of prayer. In last week's episode, we discussed four verses that helped us see what is required for prayer. I'll link that episode in the show notes so you can check it out if you haven't had a chance to listen yet. Today, I want to bust some myths about prayers. If you're like me, you probably hold certain beliefs regarding prayer. Those beliefs are often shaped by what we've been taught in church, by our parents, or by other believers. Sometimes, though, our beliefs are shaped by our assumptions of how things should be. So, grab your favorite beverage and settle in as we bust some myths about prayer.   Resources mentioned in this episode: Ep. 181-How to Develop the Discipline of Prayer-Part 1 Live It Out Community

Hey, friend! If I asked you to describe your prayer life, what would you say? Would you say it's rich, deep, and something you miss if you don't do it? Or would you say it's lacking, stale, and inconsistent? I get it. Prayer is an amazing aspect of the Christian life. But it is also one of the things people struggle with the most. Sometimes there is confusion about what you should pray, how you should pray, and how often you should pray. In this episode and in the next two, I'll share my thoughts about how you can develop the discipline of prayer. In episode 181 of Live It Out, I will share four requirements of prayer found in the Bible. Understanding these requirements will help you begin to develop the discipline of prayer.   Join the FREE Live It Out Community!

Are you looking for ways to have a more effective quiet time? Do you feel like your time with God is stale or that you can't discern what He has for you? While the Bible is in itself sufficient to help us live out our faith, we sometimes need a tool or two to help make the time we spend in God's Word more effective where we can learn something that God has for us. In episode 180, I will share with you my five favorite tools that I have used at one time or another to help me have a more effective quiet time. So grab your favorite beverage and settle in as we learn about these tools.   Resources mentioned in this episode: Scripture Writing Plans The Basics of Scripture Writing Podcast Episode YouVersion Bible App ReadScripture.org app ESV Study Bible   Enter Jennifer's birthday giveaway by emailing her at jennifer@jenniferbooth.com to share which of these tools you use or want to try. The giveaway ends at midnight Monday, April 3, 2023.  

Hey, friend! Do you wonder what life would be like if you were to access the power of the Holy Spirit? Maybe you don't really give much thought to the Holy Spirit and what He can do and does in our lives. I'm excited to bring you a conversation I had with Rebecca George about the Holy Spirit. I know you will be blessed and encouraged by what she has to say. In this episode, we cover: Who is a go-getter girl? How to rely on the Holy Spirit daily The importance of getting into the Word and making it come alive What can happen when God moves us in a different direction How goals can be gospel-centered   Listen to the first chapter of Rebecca's book here.   Connect with Rebecca: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/radicalradiancepodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rebeccageorgeauthor/  Website: http://www.radicalradiance.live Book Website: http://www.dothethingbook.org

Hey, friend! I hear from women all the time who say they find it difficult to either have a quiet time with God or time to study the Bible in depth. I totally understand the frustration they feel when they want so badly to be able to spend time with God but can't figure out how to make that happen consistently. I have been a big believer in doing a quiet time in the morning before I start my day. I know if I don't do it in the morning, it most likely will not happen during the day. I'm not legalistic about this, even though the Bible shows Jesus spending time with God in the morning. I'm just more realistic about my schedule. The way I fit this quiet time into my schedule is by placing it within my morning routine. I find that when I have a morning routine that allows me to flow from one activity or task to the next, I am better able to go about the day with more focus and tend to get more done. In episode 178, I will share how I'm tweaking my morning routine in light of some new things I'm adding to it. I will show you how quiet time with God fits into this routine. And I'll give you some tips for developing a routine that helps you to have a consistent quiet time. So, grab your favorite beverage and settle in as we talk about morning routines.   Resources mentioned in this episode: Ep. 173-Is Your Phone Keeping You From Spending Time with God? Join the FREE Live It Out Community

When you sit down to read or study the Bible, do you find yourself distracted? It's hard to stay focused when studying the Bible because there are distractions all around us, especially if you have kids at home or have to study in a place that may not be quiet or conducive to focusing. As I've talked with women about making time for Bible study, I've thought about how I've learned to keep my focus. I've created a five-step process for getting into the study mindset so that you can stay focused. There are several Bible study methods that can help you get into God's Word consistently. They can all be effective if you use them consistently. When choosing a method, it usually depends on your personal preference or learning style. I always say the most effective Bible study method is the one you will use consistently. In episode 177, I will share what I call the FOCUS Bible study method. I'll walk you through the five steps and give you my best tips for maximizing each step. So grab your favorite beverage and settle in so we can get started.   Resources mentioned: Ep. 174-Three Ways to Study the Bible Ep. 124-Using a Color-Coding System to Enhance Bible Study Focus Bible Study Printable   Join the FREE Live It Out Community for encouragement and accountability for living out your faith.

Have you ever heard God speak to you? Chances are you haven't heard him audibly, but you may have sensed his presence and direction in your life. Then again, maybe you feel you've never heard from him at all. As believers, it's essential to learn to hear God speaking in our lives. Again, I'm not talking about hearing an audible voice, although I firmly believe that he would make a way if he wanted us to hear his voice audibly. Learning how to hear God speaking to you can be helpful in so many ways. Maybe you are struggling with a decision about something that could be life-changing. Perhaps you just need reassurance that God is there and in control of your life. Whatever the reason you want to hear from God, there are ways we can learn to discern his voice. In episode 176, I share three ways that you can hear God speaking to you. So grab your favorite beverage, settle in, and let's get started!   Join the Live It Out Community here!

Do you long to read the Bible and be able to understand it for yourself without the aid of commentaries or other Bible studies? Do you feel that your quiet time with the Lord could be more meaningful? If you answered yes to either of these questions, I totally understand. I have had the desire to go deeper into Bible study for several years. It's one of the reasons I chose to start pursuing a seminary degree last fall. I want to know the Bible inside and out as best as I can. I would guess, though, that you may not know how to study the Bible to get the most out of it. So, in episode 175, I will share with you three things you can do now to begin diving deeper into God's Word. Grab your favorite beverage and maybe something to take notes with as we talk about how to study the Bible in a deeper way.   Join the Live It Out Community here.

Hey, friend! Do you find it difficult to be patient when you are in a season of waiting? I'll admit that I struggle with this a lot. I don't like to wait for anything. However, I know as a believer that God can use these seasons of waiting to refine my character and shape me to be more like Christ. That doesn't mean it's easy or that I like it. One thing I've found that has helped me in seasons of waiting is to pray Scripture back to God. When we pray God's word back to Him, we know that He hears us. And praying Scripture helps us to pray according to God's will, not our own. It makes surrendering the outcome to God much easier. So, grab your favorite beverage and settle in as I share four verses you can pray during a season of waiting. Maybe you're not used to praying Scripture. Don't worry! I've got you covered. I'll share how each of these verses can be made into a prayer.   Join the FREE Live It Out Community

When I talk to women about living out their faith, they will often tell me that they live busy lives and find it hard to fit in time with God. I get it. Even though I'm an empty nester, I still have a busy life. Once my kids flew the nest, I quickly filled the time I used to spend with them and taking care of their needs. It doesn't matter if you are single, have a young family, work outside the home, or are retired. Life today is busy. That means we must be intentional about spending time with God. Our time with God is the foundation we need to be able to live out our faith. If we don't spend time with him in his word or in prayer, how else will we know what it means to live out our faith? In episode 173, I will share how one thing most of us have in common can keep us from spending time with God. Yes, this episode comes from my own experience. So if you feel like I'm stepping on your toes, know that this is for me, too. Listen in to learn my three best tips for putting boundaries around your phone use.   Join the Live It Out Community: https://live-it-out.circle.so/home   Read the Blog: https://www.theplanningwoman.com/episode173   Listen to related episodes: Ep. 107-5 Distractions That Are Wasting Your Time Ep. 123-How to Stay Focused in Your Time With God

Hey, friend! Is reading the Bible one of your goals this year? If so, do you have a plan for how you will read the Bible? In episode 172 of Live It Out With The Planning Woman, I am going to share with you a simple method that can help you get into God's Word daily and to study it more in-depth. What I have to share with you today will work whether you are just starting the read the Bible more consistently or have been reading a long time but are looking for a different method this year. So, grab your favorite beverage and settle in as I share a simple yet powerful method for reading your Bible this year.   Next Steps: Join the Live It Out Community: https://live-it-out.circle.so/home Read the Blog: https://www.theplanningwoman.com/episode172 Listen to related episodes: Episode 124: Using a Color-Coding System to Enhance Bible Study

Hey, friend! Have you ever considered that being an encouragement to someone is a way you can live out your faith? Back in December, I shared three episodes to help you live out your faith with clarity, courage, and consistency. In those episodes, I gave several ideas for living out your faith. This week as I'm recording this episode, I've been reminded that even the small things we do, like saying a word of encouragement to someone, are ways that we live out our faith. Just yesterday, I saw a quote on my friend Kristin's Facebook page that said something like ministry doesn't have to be hard to be holy. I think we sometimes hold the belief that we have to do something big, like serve in a leadership role at church, go on a mission trip, or work in ministry to live out our faith.  But that's not the case at all. We live out our faith in the day-to-day of life through all of the things we think, say, and do. Today I want to share three examples from my life that may inspire you to live out your faith by encouraging others. Let's live it out, Jennifer   Your Next Steps: Join the Live It Out Community: https://live-it-out.circle.so/home Read the Blog: https://www.theplanningwoman.com/episode171 Listen to related episodes: Episode 165-What Does Living Out Your Faith with Clarity Look Like? Episode 166-What Does It Look Like to Live Out Your Faith with Courage? Episode 167-What Does It Look Like to Live Out Your Faith Consistently?

Hey, friend! It's the third week of the year. How are you? Are you moving forward and doing your best to achieve the goals you set at the beginning of the year? Or are you feeling overwhelmed with life feeling that nothing has changed just because we are in a new year? I'll admit that the last few weeks have not been very productive for me. My daughter has been home from college for the last month. And while I love it when she's home, my schedule has been thrown off a bit. Now I'm staring at what seems to be a never-ending to-do list feeling that I'll never get it all done. Some days peace is elusive as I continue to think about all I need to do. So, I've taken some time with the Lord and have sought his peace in my life. I'm grateful that he has helped me to reframe some situations that have been causing me stress. Today I want to share with you in episode 170 of Live It Out With The Planning Woman how you can delight in peace. And not just peace but abundant peace. Grab your favorite beverage and settle in as we learn how to delight in abundant peace. This is going to be a short yet powerful episode, so let's go!   Do you have questions about having a relationship with Jesus? Drop me an email at jennifer@theplanningwoman.com and let's chat.

Hey, friend! Do you feel like you are just surviving and trying to get through life? Are you on a roller coaster or spinning wheel just trying to get the day-to-day tasks done?  I've spent much of the last five years just surviving, and I'm tired of feeling this way. So I am throwing my energy into learning how to thrive. Does thriving sound like an impossible task for you? Don't worry. I've got a few tips to help you go from surviving to thriving in the new year. So grab your favorite beverage and maybe something to take notes on and settle in to learn how you can thrive in 2023.   Join the FREE Live It Out Community

Happy New Year! Can you believe we made it to 2023? I don't know about you, but I'm looking forward to the possibilities that come along with a new year.  I have many exciting things in the works that I can't wait to share with you. It'll be a couple of more weeks before I'm ready to announce these new things. So in the meantime, I'm going to spend the month of January talking about ways we can make the best of this year. Today, in episode 168, I am talking about priorities. I have three Bible passages that will help you live out your priorities in the new year. So grab your favorite beverage and settle in as we open God's Word and learn what it has to say about priorities.   Get the January Scripture Writing Plan on Priorities here: https://theplanningwoman.com/scripture-writing-plans-2/   Join the FREE Live It Out Community group here: https://live-it-out.circle.so/home

In the last two episodes, I've shared what it means to live out your faith with clarity and courage. If you've not had the chance to listen to those episodes, you can check them out here. http://www.theplanningwoman.com/episode165 http://www.theplanningwoman.com/episode166   I'm excited to dive into the topic of living out your faith consistently today in episode 167. This episode is full of practical tips to help you live out your faith consistently. So grab a cup of coffee, tea, or your favorite beverage and settle in as we talk about living out our faith consistently. Oh, and you may want to grab some paper and a pen. There is a lot I have to share with you that you may want to write down.  Join the new FREE Live It Out Community! https://live-it-out.circle.so/home

In episode 165, I shared how it looks to live out your faith with clarity. If you listened to that episode, you'll recall that I mentioned a survey I sent out to my newsletter subscribers a few months ago. The responses showed that women struggled to make the time necessary to live out their faith. After analyzing the survey results, I concluded that women need to know how to live out their faith with clarity, courage, and consistency. In episode 166, I will share what it means to live out your faith with courage. Hold on, sister, this episode is one that steps on my toes and makes me a little uncomfortable. You may feel the same. So grab a cup of coffee, tea, or your favorite beverage and settle in to learn what it looks like to live out your faith with courage.

Do you struggle with knowing how to live out your faith? A few weeks ago, I sent a survey to my newsletter subscribers. I asked them what their biggest struggle was when it came to living out their faith. There were several women who answered with things like not knowing how to pray effectively or how to stand firm in a world that is so opposed to God. But the one thing most women mentioned was time and consistency.  I think some women were coming from the perspective of having a daily quiet time. They confess to not making it a priority. But having a quiet time is just one part of our faith life. If you read the Bible, you'll read stories about people whose faith encompasses their whole life. I think we should strive for our faith to be the priority in all we do. But how do we do that? The episodes of the podcast this month will revolve around one theme:  How can we live out our faith with clarity, courage, and consistency? In this episode, episode 165, I will share what it looks like to live out your faith with clarity. So grab a cup of coffee, tea, or your favorite beverage and settle in as we dig into God's Word and see what it says about living out our faith with clarity.   Ep. 153 Discussion about 1 Peter 4:7-11 Join the FREE Live It Out Community: https://live-it-out.circle.so/

Hey, friend! Have you tried to live out your calling but found yourself tired, unmotivated, or unsure about what you should be doing?   When we try to do life on our own, it's easy to become discouraged. But when we surround ourselves with godly friends and family, we stand a better chance of living out what God has called us to do.   In episode 164, I will share how being a part of a community can help you live out your calling. So grab a cup of coffee, tea, or your favorite beverage and settle in so while we talk about the benefits of a community.   Join the new Live It Out Community for FREE here.  

We're taking this week off to spend time with the family. My adult children will be home, and I've got some assignments to complete for my first semester of seminary - what will YOU be doing? So grateful for you, and wishing you a thanks-filled holiday. Talk to ya' next week!  

Hey, friend! Welcome to Live It Out With The Planning Woman I'm so excited to bring you this episode today. I love that I'm able to talk with women about how they are following God's calling in their lives. In episode 163, I'm bringing my friend, Amy Cobb, back on the show to share how God called her to step outside of her comfort zone and do something new. Amy has been a guest on the show twice before. You can listen to our discussion about how to manage your time well when dealing with a chronic illness in Episode 106.  And you can find out Amy's meal-planning strategy in these two episodes: Episode 127 -  Episode 128 -  I know you're going to be blessed by what Amy has to share. I hope that if you feel God is calling you to do something new, but it feels scary, you'll feel encouraged by this episode to take action. Find Amy at www.tayloredintent.com. 

Hey, friend! We've talked a lot about living out our calling on the podcast in the last couple of months. But you may be wondering what your calling is. You'd love to be able to live it out, but you have no idea what you should be doing. Well, wonder no more. Today in episode 162, I'm going to share ways we can uncover our calling so we can live it out. Grab a cup of coffee, tea, or your favorite drink, and settle in while I share how to discover your calling. Be sure to follow this podcast wherever you listen so you will know when I release a new resource to help you find your calling later this month.  Or, go to www.theplanningwoman.com to grab my free "Live It Out" guide to get on my newsletter list so you can stay updated.

Hey, friend. I see you sitting there looking at your calendar for the next couple of months, wondering how you will survive the holiday season that's looming ahead. Do you feel weary when you think about all that needs to be done in addition to what may be going on in your regular day-to-day life? Maybe it's not the holidays that are making you feel weary. Perhaps your life is leaving you stressed and frazzled. I've got good news, friend. There is a remedy for your weariness, and I'm excited to share it with you. So grab a cup of coffee or tea or your favorite drink and settle in to hear how you can overcome your weariness. Grab the November Scripture Writing Plan on contentment here: https://theplanningwoman.com/cultivating-contentment-november-scripture-writing-plan/

Are you content with your life? Or do you wish that life was somehow different or better than it is now? Friend, let me put your mind at ease. You are not alone. We've all dealt with feeling discontented at some point in our lives. If you are a believer, you know that God calls us to live with a spirit of contentment. In 1 Timothy 6:6-7, Paul shares these words with Timothy. “But godliness with contentment is great gain, for we brought nothing into the world, and we cannot take anything out of the world.” Paul reminds us that we will take nothing to heaven when we die. So we should not focus on the here and now but on the eternal. In episode 160 of Live It Out With The Planning Woman, I'll share some thoughts God has laid on my heart concerning contentment. And I'll give you some practical ways to exercise contentment in your calling.   Grab a copy of the November Scripture Writing Plan on Contentment here: https://theplanningwoman.com/cultivating-contentment-november-scripture-writing-plan/

Have you ever felt like God was calling you to make a shift or pivot in your calling? Has He called you to move from what you've been doing for a long time to something new? I would suspect that if you are a believer, God has made a shift in your calling at various times in your life. Maybe that shift was easy to do. There are natural times when our calling will shift or take on a new focus, like when we become parents and then again when we become empty nesters.  However, there are other times when God calls us to do something new when it may be difficult to navigate that shift. In episode 159, I invited my friend Christa Hutchins back to the podcast. She was a guest in episode 102 last fall. She is going to share her story about a new shift God is making in her life that she is trying to navigate. I know you'll be blessed by hearing how she came to know it was time to make a shift and how it is playing out in her life.   In this episode, we cover: The shift in Christa's calling from God How we can use the skills God has given us in our jobs to help others in a different way How Christa knew it was time to pivot in helping women in their online businesses Why we need to honor the season we're in A sacrifice Christa had to make to follow God's calling Blessings Christa has received from following God's calling   Christa Hutchins helps Christian women with a dream and a job honor all the work God has given them to do through strategic and project planning, and accountability, so they can turn their big ideas into a thriving ministry or business. She is passionate about teaching women to find practical applications of the Bible in their personal, professional, and ministry lives. Christa lives in south Louisiana with her husband in their delightfully empty nest.   Check out this special freebie from Christa: https://doanewthing.com/liveitout   Find Christa online: www.facebook.com/doanewthing www.instagram.com/doanewthing

Do you find yourself rushing from task to task, appointment to appointment, or obligation to obligation feeling like there is no end in sight for the work you need to do? We've probably all been in this position from time to time. So how do we stop the chaos so we can live out God's calling on our lives with intention and in peace? Join me in episode 158 as I share the one question you need to ask yourself to help keep your schedule under control and to be able to live out God's calling with confidence, calm, and clarity. In this episode, we cover: Four reasons we add things to our calendar or schedule that are not always necessary The one question you should ask yourself to keep your schedule under control Why we need to know God's calling on our life How looking into the future can help us focus on the right things in the present Jennifer's new journey How Jennifer is looking into the future to know what to do right now   Resource mentioned in this episode: Abide Bible Study and Prayer Journal In October 2022, the journal is on sale for $10 off. Grab your copy before October 31! The Abide Bible Study and Prayer Journal includes: A printable 41-page journal Teaching on how to study the Bible Journal pages for prayer requests and gratitude 12 Themed Scripture Writing Plans A video to help you customize the journal for your needs

Do you know God's calling for your current season of life? If so, are you living it out? And if you don't know your calling, do you know how to discover it? Learning God's calling for your current season of life is a multi-layered and multi-faceted endeavor. I want you to know your calling so badly, so I'm going to provide you with guidance from the Bible to help you figure it out. We can't go through all the aspects at one time, but today, in episode 157, I'm going to share with you the one thing you need to get started in figuring out your calling.  In this episode, we cover: How God calls us to serve in different seasons of our lives The one thing we need to find our callings Lessons learned from the lives of the disciples, Peter and John How to get started with a quiet time routine Resources mentioned: The Abide Bible Study and Prayer Journal

I am so excited about this episode of Live It Out With The Planning Woman. This is the first time I've shared the behind-the-scenes information regarding the monthly Scripture Writing Plans I produce. Today in episode 156, I will tell you how I come up with the Scripture Writing plan topics and will share what I've learned about the topic of the upcoming October 2022 plan. So grab your favorite drink, a notepad or journal, and a pen because you will want to jot down some of the scripture references I use today. In this episode, we cover: How I choose topics for the Scripture Writing Plans How I choose verses for each topic Why it's important that we know who God says we are How to embrace who God says you are  How writing out verses helps to internalize God's Word Link to sign up for the October 2022 Scripture Writing Plan: https://theplanningwoman.com/who-god-says-you-are-october-scripture-writing-plan/

Are you in a season of waiting? If you're not, you probably have been at one point in your life and will most likely find yourself there again one day. I don't know about you, but I find it hard sometimes to continue to follow God's calling on my life when I'm in a season of waiting. In episode 155, I am talking with my friend, Wren Robbins, who is also my podcast coach. I've invited her to join me on the show to share her story of continuing to follow God's calling on her life while she is in a season of waiting.   In this episode, we cover: How our calling can look different in different seasons of life Wren's story of following God's calling to start a podcast despite not knowing the steps to start How God can lead through a transition in life The obstacles Wren faced in following God's plan How we often stand in our own way following God's calling How we can continue in our calling even during a season of waiting Blessing from following God's calling Why all believers are on the mission field   Mentioned in this episode: The Live It Out Starter Guide   Connect with Wren: Website https://www.wrenrobbins.com Instagram @wrenrobbinscoach Don't Wing It Podcast: www.wrenrobbins.com/dontwingit Clubhouse: https://clubhousedb.com/user/wrenrobbins Schedule a discovery call: www.wrenrobbins.com/bookacall

Do you ever get to the end of the day and wonder where the time went? Or do you feel like you've spent your time wisely when the day ends? Chances are you've wasted at least a little time during the day. And it's possible that many of your days may be filled with wasted time. If you feel like you're not using your time well, do you know why you're not? In episode 154 of Live It Out With The Planning Woman, I will share three ways you may be wasting time. And I'll give you some ideas to help you stop wasting time in these areas. In this episode, we cover: Three ways we waste time Four tips for spending less time on your phone How to overcome perfectionism Why you need a plan for your day Grab the Live It Out Starter Guide here.

Are you happy with your life? Do you feel that you are following God's plan for your life? In episode 153, we will talk about what it means to live our lives as believers following God's plan for our lives. I will share four things we are commanded to do in the Bible to live our lives well. We are not going to be legalistic, though. We will approach these commands from a perspective of grace, and I will share what these four commands could look like in your life today. In this episode, we cover: Four commands for living our lives well How we are to live in light of Jesus' return A priority for the Christian woman The difference between hospitality and entertaining Mentioned in this episode: Making Time for Friendship with Angela Sackett The Heart of Hospitality with Sue Donaldson

Today marks the end of the first year of the relaunch of the podcast. On September 1, 2021, I relaunched the podcast after taking a year off. Over the last year, we've talked a lot about how to declutter our minds, homes, and lives so we can live out what matters most. In this episode, I talk about a significant event in my life that happened this summer. While dealing with this event, I felt the Lord reminding me how important it is for Christians to make the most of their time. This reminder caused me to rethink the focus of this podcast. I talk about this change in focus in this episode. Don't worry! Things aren't changing too much. I'm just adding in a bigger focus on biblical or devotional topics. I'll still share practical tips and strategies for making the most of your time. In this episode, we cover: The history of this podcast How an unexpected event caused a change in my focus How God can use different events in our lives to change our plans What this podcast is going to look like over the next few months What the Bible says about using our time wisely Connect with Jennifer: Email jennifer@theplanningwoman.com On Instagram www.instagram.com/theplanningwoman On Facebook www.facebook.com/theplanningwomanGrab a free Scripture Writing Plan https://theplanningwoman.com/scripture-writing-plans-2/

Have you ever experienced a time management “oops?” We've all done it before. You know, saying “yes” to something when our hearts and minds (and calendars) tell us to say “no.” Or we agree to take on too many responsibilities because we believe we have the time to take care of them all. Maybe it's because we don't want to let others down. Or perhaps we just have a burning desire to help out and are always looking for an opportunity to serve.  Most likely, though, it's because we overestimate our available time and have not learned to say “no” effectively. A few years ago, I went through training to become a Certified Life Coach. During my studies,  I came across an interesting way to describe this problem of overestimating our available time. It's called OOPS–Overly Optimistic Planning Syndrome. In episode 151, I'll share my experience with a time management OOPS and give you some strategies for avoiding a time management OOPs in the future. In this episode, we cover: Why saying “yes” immediately when asked to do something is not a good idea Three things you can do when faced with a time management OOPS Clarifying questions you need to ask yourself The power of making one simple change at a time   Blog posts and podcast episodes about saying no without guilt: https://theplanningwoman.com/3-simple-tips-for-saying-no/ https://theplanningwoman.com/episode113/ https://theplanningwoman.com/how-to-say-no-without-feeling-guilty/

Do you have two minutes? What about 5 minutes? Would you believe me if I said you could get important things done in as little as two minutes? It's true! You can get important things done in as little as two minutes. Or, maybe it's more like you can get necessary things done to focus on the more essential things in a larger chunk of time. In this episode, I will share how you can look at your tasks differently so you can get the right things done with the two-minute rule or by taking five, It's so easy to look at your to-do list and become overwhelmed. If you're like me, you probably have a neverending list of tasks ranging from things you really want to do to those you just have to do. So, to combat the overwhelm that comes with having a long to-do list, we've got to figure out a way to make getting those tasks done more manageable. In this episode, we cover: The rationale behind taking care of small tasks quickly Four examples of using the two-minute rule How to stay on top of clutter in your home The power of taking five minutes each hour to make your home look better and function more effectively

What do you do with unexpected free time? You may think you don't have any free time, but chances are you do. Learning how to make the most of unexpected free time can help you pursue what matters most in your life.  In this episode, we cover: Situations that may cause you to have unexpected free time Why lists are important in time management Three tips to make the most of unexpected free time

Do you struggle with change? Is it hard for you to make transitions in life?   Today in Episode 148 of Live It Out With The Planning Woman, I talk with Pat Fenner about how we can navigate life transitions more easily and with intention. Pat is my podcast editor, and I've had the privilege of getting to know her better over the last few months as she has helped me to produce this podcast. You are going to love Pat's down-to-earth attitude and philosophy on life. She has a lot of wisdom to share when it comes to the topic of transitions.  Pat Fenner's happy places are the beach, the garden, or playing with "the grands." But when she can't be at any of those places, she's busy working as a podcast manager or hosting her own StrongWomenBrightFuture podcast. Follow the show for helpful and interesting info, or book a free call to discuss using her management services for your podcast! In this episode, we cover: How good things can happen after hard seasons Looking at hard seasons with gratitude for lessons learned Learning the biggest lesson of all, relying on God Different kinds of transitions in life Habits to develop for being prepared for life transitions