Hey everyone, welcome to the Graceology with Gwen Smith podcast. I'm Gwen Smith and I am so glad you've

joined me today. Around here we have fun, faith-focused, grace-filled conversations, all to help you know

and trust God more. Our discussions are honest, often humorous, and always practical. And they're

going to encourage you in meaningful ways to live out and lean on the grace of Jesus in the midst of

cluttered, messy days. You got any of those? I know I do, and I can't wait to get to today's

conversation, which is all about finding the peace and purpose your soul

longs for. Today, my guest is the lovely and profound Rebecca Lyons. Rebecca is a national

speaker and best-selling author of several books, including You Are Free and her brand new one, Rhythms

of Renewal. Described as an old soul with a contemporary,

honest voice, Rebecca's a Floridian living in Nashville with her husband, four children, and two

toy poodles, and you're going to love her. Let's face it, daily struggles with anxiety and

stress make it difficult to receive God's peace for all of us. In today's episode, Rebecca shares openly

of her battles to overcome anxiety and depression, and she invites us to discover and boldly

pursue our God-given purpose from a place of freedom. And let me just say, this discussion is deep,

biblically rich, and powerful. Rebecca shares some practical

steps you can take each day for sustained emotional, spiritual, and relational health. And who

doesn't want all of those? She unpacks four rhythms that, when put into practice, will rescue

you daily from worry, stress, and anxiety.

Hang tight because you are going to love today's episode.

Hey, Rebecca, I am so excited to have you on the Graceology show today. Welcome.

Thank you. Oh, it's my joy to be with you. Around here, we always start off our conversation with what I call the fast fun favorites round. We want to get to know you in a casual, girlfriendy kind of way. So are you ready?

I am. I think. We'll start off easy.

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