Well, hello, hello, and welcome to the messy table, an ordinary space for what matters most,

because we wholeheartedly believe that God is working in our mess.

But if we're honest, we could also use some real-time reminders of truth and encouragement.

So my name is Jen Jewel, and I truly count it a joy to host this faith-fueled conversation-style podcast,

which unleashes a fresh perspective into your speakers and your world every other Tuesday.

And back with me today as my co-host is my dear friend, the amazing Amy Groshell.

Y'all, we are partnered with the women of our church, Life Church, where we're also

big-time fans of the U-Version Bible app, which is free, by the way, which is available in hundreds,

probably thousands of different languages, by the way. And we just get super excited to lock arms

with Jesus-loving women from all over the world, who are willing, just willing, to share a

piece of their life.

And to me, that's one of the very best things about living in this technologically advanced

world.

Yes, unfortunately, there is plenty of darkness at our fingertips.

But guys, there is also so much light. And can I tell you, I've just felt an

overwhelming gratefulness today. The God has given us himself, his very presence. But then also,

we have him inside of each other. Like we get to learn from each other. We get to know about

not only what he's doing in our own lives, in our own

hearts, but also how he's moving in other unique and stunning ways. There's a verse in the

book of Habakkuk, Hebacch 214, and it says, the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the

glory of the Lord as the waters cover the sea. But how does he fill this world with the

knowledge of his glory? Through people and nature and music and sunsets and galaxies and through

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