There have been tears and there was laughter on this episode of the podcast, as a result of we talked concerning the susceptible (and generally troublesome!) subject of belonging. And my visitors have been Chris and Julie Bennett, the authors of Combating for Household: The Relentless Pursuit of Constructing Belonging.
Because the title of their e book would counsel, Chris and Julie are captivated with relationships and group. Within the dialog, they share about how household isn’t simply the individuals who you’re associated to, it will also be individuals who develop into like household due to your deep friendship.
The Bennetts share their story of a really loopy and chaotic season of their lives — uprooting their lives to maneuver to Los Angeles and not using a clear plan, not having the ability to discover housing, transferring repeatedly, whereas dealing with the fully sudden analysis of stage three breast most cancers for Julie.
They share how onerous it was, but additionally how good it was. How God used this area the place they felt like that they had nothing to supply and have been so needy to show them highly effective classes about belonging.
On this episode, they share a few of what they’ve realized and supply encouragement for anybody who’s feeling lonely or like they’re an outsider.
If you’re craving deeper connections, eager for a way of belonging, or just searching for inspiration to navigate life’s challenges with grace and resilience, this episode is for you. I feel you can be so blessed by this heartfelt dialog!
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In This Episode
[0:35] – I’m interviewing Chris and Julie Bennett, authors of the e book Combating for Household.
[1:50] – Chris reveals how the e book got here to be.
[3:21] – Julie factors out how life’s challenges turned her adventurous household into courageous survivors, battling homelessness and most cancers collectively.
[5:49] – Their religion was deepened amidst chaos, reshaping their understanding of belonging.
[8:49] – How did Julie and Chris navigate the immense danger and uncertainty, particularly with youngsters concerned?
[15:43] – Julie, regardless of hesitations, joined a various group of fourteen ladies and these ladies ended up serving as a lifeline for her.
[19:35] – Belonging entails each giving and taking dangers.
[24:05] – Fostering real connections requires vulnerability with out hidden agendas, creating area for genuine sharing.
[27:00] – Chris causes that Jesus exemplified love and belonging, prioritizing the marginalized and modeling inclusiveness.
[29:39] – It’s okay to really feel lonely, even with family members. Preserve combating; there’s hope forward.
[31:51] – And keep tuned on the finish for an thrilling announcement of a venture I’ve been engaged on for quite a few months that I’m lastly launching this week! I announce that I’m launching “10 Weeks to a Extra Organized House,” with every day duties for decluttering.
