Laura L. Smith

Laura L. Smith

Author: Cheryl Scruggs January 22, 2025 Duration: 29:12

On this episode of Thriving Beyond Belief, Cheryl Scruggs welcomes Laura L. Smith!

How many to-dos, responsibilities, relationships...are you  juggling?
I don't want this frantic feeling of trying to keep it all together but fearing that at any moment it will all come tumbling down.
Do you?
It's urgent for us to slow down. For our bodies and our souls. We can do this. We need to for our physical, mental, and spiritual health. Jesus promises us the fruit of the Spirit—love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, gentleness, faithfulness, and self-control. But if we're scrolling or speeding so quickly through our lives, it's hard to notice any of that richness or fullness, let alone make room for it or tap into it. When we're running full speed ahead, we don't feel like we can muster any patience or self-control, and we struggle to recall when we last felt anything resembling peace. We're zooming around so fast we don't have time to accept lovely invitations from God to connect with Him through prayer, reading our Bibles, being present, and celebrating the good stuff.But I want to.

Do you?
Are you ready to try?
Dive into the pages of The Urgency of Slowing Down and go on a journey with Laura L. Smith of unpacking what's in our lives, why it's there, what we don't need, what we can let go of, and what we can add in...
so we can step into the unforced rhythms of grace Jesus invites us into.

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Life has a way of becoming a series of obligations, leaving many women feeling stretched thin and disconnected from a sense of deeper purpose. Thriving Beyond Belief with Cheryl Scruggs addresses this reality head-on, offering more than just simple encouragement. Hosted by Cheryl Scruggs, this podcast creates a space for honest conversations about navigating the complexities of modern womanhood through a lens of faith. Listeners will find episodes that delve into the practical challenges of stress management, the intentional work of building healthy relationships, and the spiritual foundation required to move from merely surviving to genuinely flourishing. The discussions are rooted in Christian principles, exploring how spirituality intersects with everyday culture and personal struggles. It’s a resource for those seeking to untangle the chaos and cultivate a life marked by resilience and joy. By engaging with this podcast, you join a community focused on tangible support and authentic growth, where the goal is to build a sustainable, thriving existence that feels both attainable and extraordinary.
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