Ruth Cho Simons preached to my heart today.

I cried as she spoke truth over me in this audience about the freedom given in life,

in accomplishment, and in motherhood via God's grace. It was a word I desperately needed to hear.

Ruth's new book, When Striving Seas,

speaks to a man in all walks of life who are filled with anxiety because of the pressure to lead,

pressure to be productive, pressure to seize the day, or pressure to parent well around the clock.

Ruth is someone whom I look to in moments of overwhelm to help give direction and rest,

and I trust that this conversation and the words in her book will do the same for you.

For those of you who may feel out of control of their circumstances and for the Mama who

just wants to make their child's life the best life that it can be, but the world creates

defeat within your heart, this one is for you. Let us begin replacing the gospel of self-improvement

with the gospel of grace. If you're new to the Living Easy Podcasts, I speak candidly about

relationships, sex, marriage, studying God's word, and more, all with a biblical foundation.

Feel free to scroll through the episode titles once you finish this episode, because I guarantee

that there is an episode or five that you will love. As always, grab a cup of coffee and join me

for today's sweet and encouraging conversation with Ruth Cho Simons.

We were never promised that life would be easy, but when we do it together,

it becomes much easier. I genuinely believe that we have to be intentional about creating a joyful

life. I believe in happy parenting, healthy marriages, long-lasting friendships, and making perfect

memories in imperfect homes. But those things require deep, holy, heart work. I am passionate when

it comes to sharing vulnerably about the things that people are not always comfortable discussing,

and I am passionate about sharing practical wisdom that has helped me to help you navigate through

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