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Jul 2023
40m 59s

The Best Yes

JOYFUL JOURNEY PODCAST
About this episode

There are a million and one things vying for our attention in today’s busy, constantly-on-the-go world. It can feel exhausting knowing what opportunities to accept and which ones to turn down — especially if it’s a choice between very good things! 

Janet and Jocelyn explore what biblical wisdom has to say about our decision-making and how to ensure we are giving our “best yes.”

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Resources

Books/Worksheets

From Pride to Humility - Stuart Scott

Gospel Treason - Brad Bigney

Decisions, Decisions - Dave Swavely

Crazy Busy - Kevin DeYoung

Bullseye Diagram of Priorities

Questions to Answer When Setting Priorities

Psalm 90 verses for 3rd Quarter

Podcasts

The Danger of Living Without a Purpose - Joyful Journey

Purpose: The Creation Mandate - Joyful Journey

Videos

The Heart of Change - Brent Aucoin

A Woman’s Priorities Series - Bev Moore

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