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Have you always known you could change the world - if only you could find your car keys on the regular? Clutter Free Academy is for you. If you want to live clutter free, organized and prepared for anything, this is to podcast you must listen to. With practical ideas and tons of hope, humor and how-tos, host Kathi Lipp with teach you to live with Less Cutter, More Life.
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Welcome to the (in)courage podcast! We are all different ages, in different life stages, and we come from different cultures and churches, but our common thread is the hope of Jesus. Each weekday we meet you right where you are as one of our writers shares what’s going on in her everyday life and how God’s right in the middle of it all. We bring our joys and struggles equally so that you can feel less alone, and be empowered by the hope Jesus gives. We hope you’ll bring us along with you on ...
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How can we answer God's call now, even after our failures and mistakes? With the problems of the world? When we feel defeated and useless? Instead of listening to our enemy, let's listen as the Lord calls us to build His Kingdom every day. Because if we're not home yet, we're not done yet.
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Happy Home

Arlene Pellicane

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This show is for people who want more joy at home. Arlene will help you bridge the gap between your ideal family and the real thing. You don't have to come from a happy home to create one. Your host Arlene Pellicane is a speaker and author of several books including 31 Days to a Happy Husband and Parents Rising. She and her husband James have been married more than 24 years and have three children. Inside this podcast, you'll meet some of the kindest and smartest experts when it comes to mar ...
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Listen Now 615 – Breaking Free from Decorating “Rules”: Creating a Home You Love Part 2 Are you struggling with judgmental voices from your past that insist your home décor must be showroom perfect? Shun the shamers in your head and learn how to break free of their nitpicky demands! Join Kathi and bestselling author Myquillyn Smith, also known as “…
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"The word "helper" in Hebrew (ezer) does not imply subordination but rather a partnership. I had been taught that God created Eve as a "helper" for Adam (Genesis 2:18). But what I had not been taught was that the word "helper" in Hebrew (ezer) does not imply subordination but rather a partnership. In fact, ezer is the same noun used in Psalm 33:20 …
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Listen In Are you curious about AI and wonder how you can use it in connection with your speaking, writing, podcasting, and more? Are you overwhelmed by technology and not sure how it works? Then, you are in for a treat. Today, Kathi and her guest, Roger Lipp, discuss the differences in AI programs and how they can benefit your writing, speaking, p…
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"I discovered something that helps in my moments of anxiety: I just let it happen. As I have started to allow my helplessness to stay, it reminds me of my hopefulness that Jesus also stays. In the Bible, He is given the nickname Emmanuel, which means God with us. He very easily could have seen us in our mess and decided to snap His fingers and reso…
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Do you feel like some people are just born with a decorating gene? Our guest today says no one is! In today's episode, we have Myquillyn Smith, also known as the Nester, joining us to discuss her new book "House Rules: How to Decorate for Every Home Style and Budget." Kathi Lipp and Myquillyn dive into the challenges of decorating and the importanc…
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"There is no one among us who hasn’t tasted loneliness, who hasn’t held sadness in their hands like wadded-up tissue. It’s easy for us to imagine that no one else has or will hold the burdens that we do. It’s so natural that I’m not even sure we realize we’re doing it. We must stay tender to the humanity of others – this is the pathway to empathy, …
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"Disappointing people is not only unavoidable, it's often the right yes. In the words of my friend, Kim, a no hurts a little when it's given, but the wrong yes hurts a lot more later. So, we say no to good things in one season to say yes to best things. Whether a yes or a no, I'm learning there is strength and peace in letting my heart and mouth sa…
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"Sister, the way God made you is wondrous! You are distinct. Set apart. A one-of-a-kind masterpiece! If you’re a dreamer, don’t cram yourself into the box of an analytical thinker. If you’re loud, don’t let the world stifle your voice. If you’re vibrant, don’t dull your edges. If you’re intellectual or artsy or stoic or outdoorsy, don’t let an outs…
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"There's a vast difference between being tethered to the Body of Christ vs. being someone who periodically visits a church building. Throughout Scripture, we witness the non-negotiable command to hold fast to the Bride of Christ and gather together for corporate worship. It doesn't specify a building, but affirms the necessity of consistent gatheri…
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This week on the podcast, we're revisiting an excellent conversation originally shared in 2021. Anxiety remains a challenge for many children and families (including ours). While you’ll hear references to COVID-19 in this episode (as this was recorded in the height of shutdowns), the practical tips for anxiety are well worth revisiting so we can be…
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Listen Now 614 – Breaking Free from Decorating “Rules”: Creating a Home You Love Part 1 Do you feel like some people are just born with a decorating gene? Our guest today says no one is! In today’s episode, we have Myquillyn Smith, also known as the Nester, joining us to discuss her new book “House Rules: How to Decorate for Every Home Style and Bu…
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As certain as the sun rises, God will come to the rescue. Keep your eyes focused on Him! In the waiting, our faith grows stronger as we discover that God is present with us. His presence not only forges His patience in us, but we also learn to live at peace with Him in the process of faith’s refining fires. Leave a comment and be entered to WIN a c…
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Do you feel like some people are just born with a decorating gene? Our guest today says no one is! In today's episode, we have Myquillyn Smith, also known as the Nester, joining us to discuss her new book "House Rules: How to Decorate for Every Home Style and Budget." Kathi Lipp and Myquillyn dive into the challenges of decorating and the importanc…
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Listen In With so many options on how to make money as a writer, how do you know which one to choose? Kathi and her guest, Roger Lipp, are back today to discuss more ways to make money with your writing. Listen in and learn: How developmental editing isn’t just a crucial step in the writing process but also a viable and rewarding career path for th…
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"There’s no such thing as "too much" for God. God knows the end from the beginning, and no matter what or how much our days hold, He will hold us. Nothing — no thing — will take Him by surprise. There’s no such thing as “too much” for God, and He will be faithful to meet us in the muchness of our days." Leave a comment for Kaitlyn: https://incourag…
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Summary In this episode, Becky Keife interviews Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young, author of the children's book 'Kailani's Gift.' The book explores themes of perseverance, developing gifts, and the importance of community support. Dorina shares the story of Kailani, a young girl who wants to learn a traditional Filipino dance called the Tininkling. Despit…
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"How often do we choose today's comfort at the cost of tomorrow's growth? Comfort isn't always the haven we think it is. Sometimes it is a tomb. A bulb that stays entombed too long in the ground eventually withers. So do we. When we start avoiding difficult circumstances, new adventures, challenging circumstances, and difficult people and conversat…
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"We serve a God who cares more about the quality of our faithfulness with what He’s given us than the quantity of our accomplishments. He isn’t asking us to do as much as we possibly can; He is asking us to say “yes” to what He asks us to do with what He’s entrusted to us. He isn’t looking for more people to have big platforms; He is searching for …
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"We are worn out. We are tapped. We are tired of and from watching the news and waiting for God to usher in salvation and solutions. We are holding our collective breath, barely awake and hardly aware of our need for rest — true rest. In the quiet moments, when I sit in silence long enough to let the truth be loud, I can hear the holy whisper. And …
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Listen Now 613 – 5 Steps to Unstuff Your House Are you feeling trapped in a home overstuffed with, well, STUFF? You’re not alone! In the latest episode of Clutter Free Academy, Kathi teams up with Tenneil Register, an incredible mom who mastered the art of living clutter free – even in the tight quarters of a fixer-upper with a blended family of se…
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"God grants us gifts and talents that need to be tended over time. Gifts and talents take time to bloom." Dorina's new kid's book, Kailani's Gift, echoes this same message. Kailani needs to have the courage to try something new. Even though she doesn't master it right away, Kailani perseveres. The tinikling dance is challenging, but it is also rewa…
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Are you feeling trapped in a home overstuffed with, well, STUFF? You’re not alone! In the latest episode of Clutter Free Academy, Kathi teams up with Tenneil Register, an incredible mom who mastered the art of living clutter free – even in the tight quarters of a fixer-upper with a blended family of seven! Tune in for their tips on: Making your hou…
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Listen In Have you been wondering how to make money as a writer? With so many options out there, which one is best for you? In this episode, Kathi and her guest, Roger Lipp, discuss how to generate income using your writing skills. Listen in and learn: How to develop a personal avatar for effective writing. How to recognize your value, regardless o…
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"Time is a gift I shouldn't squander. The Lord wants us to learn from our experiences so we can teach and comfort others the way He has taught and consoled us over the years. The next time you’re overwhelmed by your current circumstances, spend time with a woman who’s been there and can give you her long-range perspective. And the next time you wor…
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Summary In this episode, Becky Keife, Kayla Craig, and Tasha Jun discuss the theme of honest prayer from the (in)courage book '100 Days of Strength in Any Struggle.' They share their personal experiences of struggling and being desperate for God's strength, and how honest prayer has helped them in those moments. They also discuss barriers to honest…
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Summary In this bonus episode, Becky Keife interviews Melissa Horvath about her new devotional, 'You Are Made For This: Devotions to Uplift and Encourage Busy Moms.' They discuss the challenges and joys of motherhood, the importance of relying on God's strength and grace, and the need for constant encouragement. Melissa emphasizes that every mother…
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"If we can trust God with open doors, we can trust the ones that close." If at First You Don't Succeed, When Should You Try, Try Again? That's the question Robin Dance is answering today. Her God-story is a must-listen! Leave a comment for Robin: https://incourage.me/?p=238410 -- The spring issue of DaySpring’s Everyday Faith magazine is now availa…
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"God’s purpose for your children – and for you – is so much bigger than any momentary struggle." You Are Made for This, by Melissa Horvath, is a heartfelt companion for every mother, a source of inspiration and encouragement on the busiest of days and the most challenging of nights. It’s a powerful reminder that God’s purpose for your children – an…
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"Jesus's invitation to come and see is alive and well for you today. “Come and see” is for the hurting, reluctant, exhausted (and even the religiously exhausted). If you're tired of empty religion or fake Christians, Jesus wants you to experience what the pastor Eugene Peterson calls Jesus's "unforced rhythms of grace." In the presence of Jesus, we…
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Adopting our youngest son through the foster care system ten years ago was truly one of life’s greatest gifts. But one thing we didn’t fully understand as we looked forward to a bright future with our beloved little boy was just how much trauma a child suffers when they’re separated from their birth parents. Like many foster and adoptive parents, w…
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Listen Now 612 – How to Deal with the Mental Load Part 2 Do you feel like you are the only person in your house who understands the amount of strategic planning it takes to do the grocery shopping? You are not alone, my friend! Join us for How to Deal with the Mental Load Part 2, as Tonya Kubo and Kathi Lipp explore the balance of insourcing and ou…
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"It hurts the heart of God when His daughters don’t see their worth. Friend, it is time to stop settling for gentle punches and stop striving for the approval of people. I pray that you sense God leaning in close to remind you today that you are worth so much. It is time to use your God-given voice, to rise up in the authority and position you have…
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Do you feel like you are the only person in your house who understands the amount of strategic planning it takes to do the grocery shopping? You are not alone, my friend! Join us for How to Deal with the Mental Load Part 2, as Tonya Kubo and Kathi Lipp explore the balance of insourcing and outsourcing daily tasks to manage burnout. Discover creativ…
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Listen In Have you been wondering how to include diversity in your books? In this episode, Kathi and her guest, Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young, discuss multicultural representation in writing, particularly in Christian books. Listen in and learn: How to draw from life’s experiences in your writing. How to honor and respect people of different background…
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"We can dwell with the Lord forever, starting right now. We can dwell in His presence in this very moment — during a hectic workday, while throwing in another load of laundry, in the middle of singleness or marriage or motherhood. If you follow Jesus, you will dwell in the house of the Lord forever. But I think we may as well start now." Leave a co…
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Summary In this episode, the (in)courage writers discuss the theme of vulnerable connection and how it relates to experiencing God's strength in times of struggle. They share personal stories of finding support and understanding from friends who have gone through similar challenges. The importance of unfiltered friendships, rooting for each other's…
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"If our hope rests in Jesus alone, we will not be disappointed. If I place my hope in an outcome — a prayer I want answered or a healing I want delivered — I will end up disappointed. “You will have suffering in this world,” Jesus says (John 16:33). That’s the bad news in no uncertain terms. None of us will escape the pain of the human condition. I…
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"Let’s put our focus on the real treasure, the things that last forever. I want what I do on Earth to last for eternity. I don’t think there is anything wrong with having nice things or staying in amazing places, but possessions and vacations won’t last forever. Those things don’t make a difference in eternity. Only the things we do for the kingdom…
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"Lord, help us not to rush past these moments. In our very next breath, before the inhale, between, and after the exhale, He is here. The great I Am creating space within our moments and slivers to be with Him. Right there, where we are…" Leave a comment for our new contributor, Jenny: https://incourage.me/?p=238254 -- Discover the secret to meanin…
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Listen Now 611 – How to Deal with the Mental Load Part 1 Do you ever feel like you have to be the woman who does it all and are failing miserably? Join Kathi and her guest, Clutter Free Academy champion Tonya Kubo, as they discuss the concept of mental load and working that “third shift.” They’ll talk about: Why lack of available brain bandwidth is…
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"This moment, right now, is your opportunity to seek refuge in your Heavenly Father. "Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him." Psalm 34:8 NIV Today, I want to encourage you that no matter how impossible your situation may seem, this moment, right now, is your opportunity to seek refuge in your Heavenly Fathe…
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Do you ever feel like you have to be the woman who does it all and are failing miserably? Join Kathi and her guest, Clutter Free Academy champion Tonya Kubo, as they discuss the concept of mental load and working that “third shift.” They’ll talk about: Why lack of available brain bandwidth is not the same as laziness The reason “I should” isn’t rea…
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Listen In Does writing a prescriptive nonfiction book seem complicated? Do you want to learn how to write a prescriptive nonfiction memoir? Kathi and her guest, Susy Flory, are back today for part two, in which they discuss more in-depth ways to write a prescriptive nonfiction. Listen in and learn: How to be creative. How to decide what photography…
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"Like the kind nurse who set her schedule aside when I needed her comfort, like the exasperated intern in the hall who saw my tear-stained face and realized there was a reason for our delay, I try to remember that our most important, loving actions on any given day are often when we let ourselves get interrupted by God. We might never feel ready, b…
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Summary In this bonus episode, four (in)courage writers discuss the theme of powerful praise and how it can strengthen you in times of struggle. They share personal experiences of how praise has helped them in difficult situations, such as worshiping at a funeral, finding strength through community worship, and expressing gratitude for daily blessi…
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