EP. 25 | Sandra Stanley [Breathing Room]

The Messy Table with Jenn Jewell

Jenn Jewell

Religion & Spirituality, Christianity

5 • 641 Ratings

🗓️ 20 February 2018

⏱️ 62 minutes

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Summary

Welcome to The Messy Table—an ordinary space for real women, imperfect stories, and the God who's at work in our mess. Today, for Episode 25, Amy Groeschel and I are chatting with the absolutely charming Sandra Stanley—who is simply a breath of fresh air.
Sandra is the mom of three grown children, wife to Andy Stanley—founder of North Point Ministries, a foster mama + advocate for kids from hard places, and an author of two devotional books: Comparison Trap and Breathing Room (see GIVEAWAY details below). She is super down-to-earth and has the most soothing southern accent. Trust me, I could've chatted with her for DAYS.
"The shortcut to contentment is a heart of gratitude," she says.
This conversation is packed with all of the topics mentioned above, as well as how to navigate various seasons of life/marriage/motherhood and the learned wisdom that comes with facing challenges. We also highlight two really important issues, especially among women, like (1) the never-ending trap of comparison, and (2) the temptation to constantly overextend ourselves—leaving little to zero breathing room.
I didn't realize how much I needed this conversation until it happened! You'll love it too, I promise. So grab your coffee, pull up a chair, and join us at The Messy Table.

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0:00.0	Well, hello, hello, and welcome to the messy table, an ordinary space for real women, imperfect
0:21.3	stories, and the God who's at work in our mess.
0:24.2	Whether you're young or old, single or married, a working professional, stay-at-home
0:28.0	mom, or somewhere in between, whether you're black, white, or purple, whether you believe
0:32.8	and agree with everything talked about at this table or not. Please know that you are wanted and welcome.
0:39.0	Well, I'm your host, Jen Jewel, and today is not only episode number 25, but guys, I was just
0:44.4	looking at the calendar and realized the one-year anniversary of this podcast is coming up next week
0:49.5	in between episodes on March 1st. So I just want to stop for a hot second and thank God for such a fun
0:55.9	way to remember his goodness. And also to appreciate every single gal who has taken the time
1:01.4	and emotional energy to share a piece of their heart and story this past year. It's been an
1:06.6	awesome year, but there's no way we're stopping now. This next season will continue to be packed with
1:11.5	a blend of wisdom, encouragement, and imperfect stories that bring us even closer to our Savior,
1:16.1	because that is really what it's all about. And before we get to our amazing guests for today,
1:20.7	I have a little announcement. And no, I'm not pregnant. As you know, the messy table is partnered
1:25.7	with my church, Life Church, and our women's ministry
1:27.9	called Sisters.
1:29.2	And if you're a believer somewhere in this big world, we're also unified and partnered with
1:33.2	you because together we make up the body of Christ.
1:36.2	We are passionate about helping women and people in general engage in the Bible.
1:41.4	The podcast is great, and these stories are inspiring, but the real win is diving
1:45.0	into the timeless and powerful Word of God, which is alive and active and has the ability to
1:50.1	pierce our hearts every time we read it. So myself and six other women who have already been
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