Hey friends, Merry Christmas. It's day two of the 12 days of Christmas here at that

soundspun. My name is Annie F. Downs. And I'm the host of this little Christmas party.

We're doing 12 days in a row of that sounds fun podcast episodes. I hope you had as much

fun with Santa and learned so much on day one. As I did, if you missed it, be sure to go

back and listen to that one when you have a chance. It was just as magical and hilarious and

informative as you'd imagine. That Santa Claus. What a guy. Hey, the music in the background is

from our friend's rend collective. I am loving their new Christmas album, A Jolly Irish Christmas

Volume 2. Be sure to grab yourself a copy as a fun companion for the festive season. And I hope

you'll take a look at our holiday gift guides over at Annie F. Downs.com. We've got some fun little

ideas for you to help you find the perfect gift for everyone on your shopping list. And have you

seen all the fun new merch? We have it shop Annie F. Downs.com. We've got our work hard,

pray hard, rest hard, play hard hoodies, hats and prints. And those gorgeous earrings that we did

in collaboration with our friends at Abel and tons of other cute stuff. I hope you'll find

something that you love. Before we get into today's conversation, I just want to take a moment

and tell you about one of our incredible partners if gathering. You've heard me talk about

if before. And you've loved both times. My friend, Jenny Allen has been on the podcast. You'll remember

she was on episode 44 and 201 if you want to go back and listen. But I'm so looking forward to being

a part of if gathering again in 2021. And we want you to be a part of it too. It's a two day virtual

event that you can stream right where you are. Some of our favorite Bible teachers will be teaching

live. And no one has to tell you that this year has been hard. It's felt confusing and divided

and dark at times. But you know, and I know that there's still a reason to have hope because

God is still on the move. If gathering 2021 is March 5th and 6th and we are going to talk about

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