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You’ve Left a Toxic Relationship, Now What? The 3 Pillars of Building a New Life of Strength & Hope

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In 2011, my toxic marriage of almost a decade came to an end. I walked away with a degree (but no job); a few thousand dollars; and whatever possessions fit into my CR-V.

God was with me - make no mistake. But with my life suddenly in tatters, I couldn't help wondering: What do I do now? How can I possibly rebuild my life? Not just when it comes to a job, income, and a place to live - but as someone who has lost herself in a long term, toxic relationship? How do I go from such a dark place to building a life of hope and strength? …

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Comparison Kills Confidence: 4 Counter Tactics to Immediately Boost Your Confidence as a Christian Woman

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Do you constantly compare yourself to others? Does your confidence suffer because of it?

Do you want to break free starting TODAY?

Comparison is a struggle for every woman - but it’s particularly problematic for a Christian woman. When your sense of self-worth is rooted in comparison, you severely limit your growth - and your impact in the Kingdom. …

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The #1 Choice You Must Make to Stop Being a People Pleaser as a Christian Woman (And Its 4 Life Changing Benefits)

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Are you ready to take a giant step towards leaving people pleasing behind?

And blooming into someone who is perfectly comfortable saying "no"? Or who no longer has such a strong emotional need to please others at the expense of herself? Or God's specific calling on her life?

If your answer is "yes," then sister, have I got an episode for you! …

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3 Ways Rahab from the Bible is Overlooked as a Bold, Empowered Woman and How You Should Emulate Her

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Sister, have you ever dug into the *real* Rahab? The woman beyond the prostitute label?

Typically, there are three main story points associated with Rahab: she was a prostitute who hide Joshua's spies; she's an example of how God can transform anyone with a past (having been a prostitute); and how she was grafted into the lineage of Jesus (and how amazing that is being she was once a prostitute).

But Rahab was so much more than a prostitute! She was a very bold, courageous, and empowered woman who (a) recognized God's power and sovereignty *and* (b) took incredible action. …

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Proverbs 31 is NOT a Biblical Checklist for Women. It's Actually About the Responsibility of a Husband.

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Sister, have you ever struggled with living up to the Proverbs 31 woman? Does it feel like this impossible goal that just leaves you in confusion, doubt, or despair? Or feeling like a failure?

Well, guess what... I recently discovered that, Biblically speaking, the so-called “checklist” is not actually a checklist! It’s not even instruction for women. In fact, it’s not even primarily about women. - it’s about a man! …

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3 Ways to Tell if Your Story is Meant to Play an Important Role in Your God Given Calling or Dream

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Sister, do you know that your story - whatever that looks like - is meant to be a vital component of your God given calling or dream?

While your passions and talents definitely play a role, it's your story that holds the real power to change lives. Yet so often, we dismiss, devalue, or overlook our own story - all the while asking God to deliver a fresh new dream. Meanwhile, what He really wants is for us to serve others just like ourselves.

So how do you know if God is calling you to share your story? …