Hey everyone, welcome to the Graceology with Gwen Smith podcast.

I'm Gwen Smith and I'm 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 the connection

between our hearts and our homes. It is Christmas time, you guys. I love this time of year.

I love the lights, the food, the songs, the decorations, the time with friends and family,

and of course, the hope that we get to celebrate, which is the incredible gift of Jesus.

And I have a guest today with some pretty great ideas on how you can experience the joy of

the season in your living space in practical and creative ways. My guest is Victoria Dewerstock.

Victoria is a writer, a blogger, a teacher, and a speaker.

20 years of working in the interior design industry developed Victoria's eye for both beauty and space.

The passion of her heart, however, has been combining her love for design with ministry to women.

She spent the past few years connecting the basic principles of Christian living with the basic principles of interior design.

And today she joins me to talk about the challenges we all face during the Christmas season,

and she shares some fresh, simple, and doable ideas that can help prepare both your heart and your home for a joy-filled

Christmas. You're going to love it.

Well, hello, Victoria.

Welcome to The Graceology Show.

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