Apr 15, 2020
When your circumstances feel overwhelming, it is difficult to imagine the abundant life Jesus offers or even to believe that it is available to you. This very struggle inspired Kara-Kae James to launch Thrive Moms, a ministry to encourage overwhelmed moms to believe that Jesus has something more for them besides exhaustion and isolation. In pursuit of this dream, Jesus also transformed Kara-Kae’s heart.
God works through our valleys, and if we’re not in a valley right now, I don’t know what else to call it. But He is at work, in the same way that He met Kara-Kae right where she was in the dark days of mothering tiny children and struggling with post-partum depression and anxiety. He’s always there; but sometimes we forget how to look for Him.
Whatever your current circumstances, if you feel alone, overwhelmed, not knowing which way to turn next, I urge you to listen for the bold encouragement from the woman who told Kara-Kae, “You can find abundant life right where you are” and believe He is for you and will make it known to you as you seek Him with all of your heart.
In addition, pay attention for the following wisdom in this episode:
- The reminder that whatever challenge you’re facing right now, pandemic-related or otherwise, allow the Lord carry you through it.
- That one way out of the fear of failure is to be authentic and show your true self.
- Take time to rest. Sabbath is so important for you and your dream. Don’t put it off, saying, “I’ll sabbath later” because later might never come. Establish the habit now.
You’ll find the show notes and all the ways to connect with Kara-Kae James, here: http://www.merrittonsa.com/podcast/149
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If you’re new to the Devoted Dreamers Podcast or just trying to figure out what’s next after you’ve heard this one, check out my 30 Days of Prayer series or one of these recent episodes:
Episode 147 – How to Get Past Your Mindset to Share Your Dream, a Strategy Session with Ashley Johnson – released 4/1/2020
Episode 148 – How to Get Past Worry and
Fear so You Can Love and Serve with Alexandra
Kaval – released 4/8/2020
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