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Meditation as a Daily Part of You
Meditation as a Daily Part of You
As a mom in the throes of parenting, Courtney DeFeo believes that instilling virtues in children start with laughter, not lecture. That perspective propelled her to create an idea-packed book, in which she offers motivating reflections, real-life stories, and a sandbox full of inventive ways to help you turn your kids' hearts toward God. Join Amy as she chats with her friend Courtney about how to capture the hearts of our kids through FUN - so they experience the goodness of Christ, the joy of following Him, and the difference they can make in the lives of others. Purchase Courtney's book, In This House We will Giggle, Making Virtues, Love and Laughter a Daily Part of Your Family Life and check out her Adorable Scripture Cards!
Mud Stories with Jacque Watkins - Messy moments worked for our good
As we juggle our roles, figure out where to find our identity, and struggle with comparison, Courtney DeFeo shares how to cultivate virtues in our lives through experiences together in laughter and much giggling along the way through her book, In This House We Will Giggle: Making Virtues, Love, and Laughter a Daily Part of Your Family Life. ABC Scripture Cards My Little Money Jars Conversation Cups
I’m so excited to share Denise Hughes with you today. She is a writer, teacher, blogger, speaker, mother and all-around outstanding woman! In this time of craziness as we enjoy Christmas and then wrap up the year, I think her words of wisdom will be encouraging and inspiring for you. Be sure to check out her blogs too…I put all the links down at the bottom of the show notes. Enjoy! Key Ideas: Part 1 – Interview highlights How to get started writing Ideas for finding connect in the midst of a dry spell How conferences and the global church can heal relationships The power of seasonal sabbath Using time blocks to create focus Making time for what energizes not depletes Part 2 – Seasons, Community and Getting Energized Seasons of Life Building Community Energy to get Energized Website Links Denise Hughes website Deeper Waters Community Deeper Waters Retreat, June 26-28, 2015 Team 365 Denise’s Recommended Reading The Daily Bible – In Chronological Order Life Together: The Classic Exploration of Faith in Community, by Dietrich Bonhoeffer Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking, by Susan Cain My Utmost for His Highest: Quality Paperback Edition, by Oswald Chambers The Pursuit of God, by A. W. Tozer In This House, We Will Giggle: Making Virtues, Love, and Laughter a Daily Part of Your Family Life, by Courtney DeFeo Favorite Quote: “If you cannot express yourself on any subject, struggle until you can. If you do not, someone will be the poorer all the days of his life.” Oswald Chambers Encouraging Word of the Week: Psalm 133:1 “How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity!” The post #036: Denise J. Hughes and Community (Podcast) appeared first on Christy Largent.
I am so excited to get to introduce you to the amazing Courtney DeFeo. She is just a dynamo with a million ideas a minute. The difference between her and some of us is that she actually moves on her ideas! You may know her because of her best selling ABC Scripture Cards, they are adorable and you’ll hear the story of how they came about in this podcast. Additionally, she just published her new book, In This House, We Will Giggle: Making Virtues, Love, and Laughter a Daily Part of Your Family Life! It’s delightful! You’re going to love Courtney as much as I did I know! Here’s a quick overview of some of the things we talked about… Key Ideas: Part 1: Interview Effectively using your gifts How amazing stuff can happen when you wait on God’s timing How to give up what’s not working The importance of seeking wise counsel Forgiveness A strategy to stop comparing The power of a great Mission Statement Part 2: How to create Your Own Mission Statement “Find out what your lane is”, Courtney DeFeo 1. Ask – What are my passions and areas of natural giftedness? What is my special passion? What do I do better than anyone else? (Where do my gifts and talents line up?) How do I do this? What does it look like? What am I creating/designing/building? What is the result I’m looking for? What keeps me up at night? 2. Answer – What are we about? What am I about? 3. Application – Write it down, memorize it and use this as a filter for making decisions about opportunities as well as staying focused Courtney’s Website links and favorite Podcasts: courtneydefeo.com Catalyst Andy Stanley Louie Giglio Courtney’s Recommended Reading and Resources: In This House, We Will Giggle: Making Virtues, Love, and Laughter a Daily Part of Your Family Life, by Courtney DeFeo Parenting the Wholehearted Child: Captivating Your Child’s Heart with God’s Extravagant Grace, by Jeannie Cunnion The Best Yes: Making Wise Decisions in the Midst of Endless Demands, by Lysa TerKeurst **Watch for her darling “Conversation Cups” to be available January 2015** Encouraging Word of the Week: “God has already woven in you a beautiful story.” Courtney DeFeo Jeremiah 29:11 “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Question: What part of this interview spoke to you the most? What idea did you really connect with? Do you want Courtney’s new book? Just leave your favorite parts of this interview below and on Friday, November 14, 2014, I’ll pick one winner from all the commenters. The post #029: Courtney DeFeo – A House that Giggles and Mission Statements (Podcast) appeared first on Christy Largent.