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Encouragement for Real Life

Welcome to the Encouragement for Real Life podcast!

We both know real life is a mixture of blessings and blunders, celebrations and sadness, and happiness and heartaches. And some days we could use some extra encouragement for our real lives right now.

You’ll find that in each episode. Full of hope, promise, and joy, all in about 15 minutes each week. New episodes drop each Tuesday.

Subscribe to stay connected, and a rating/review will help others can find this encouragement, too!

I’ m so glad you’re here, friend!

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The Podcast

Encouragement for Real Life

Welcome to the Encouragement for Real Life podcast!

We both know real life is a mixture of blessings and blunders, celebrations and sadness, and happiness and heartaches. And some days we could use some extra encouragement for our real lives right now.

You’ll find that in each episode. Full of hope, promise, and joy, all in about 15 minutes each week. New episodes drop each Tuesday.

Subscribe to stay connected, and a rating/review will help others can find this encouragement, too!

I’ m so glad you’re here, friend!

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Something new is on the horizon… 👀

In just 3 days, the Encouragement for Real Life Podcast hits a major milestone—Episode 200! 🎉

And with it comes a fresh new look. ✨

Today, I’m giving you a tiny sneak peek at what’s coming, and don’t miss the official reveal on June 3 in the 200th episode! 🥳

#podcastcountdown #encouragementforreallife #somethingnewiscoming
#podcastmilestone #200episodes #christianpodcast
Looking back, I realize how much I didn’t know when I started this journey. But God knew what He was doing all along. 💛

Which episode is your favorite?

Our 200th episode of the Encouragement for Real Life Podcast drops Tuesday, June 3. Join us for the celebration! 

#200thepisode #encouragementforreallifepodcast #podcastjourney #countdown #reallifefaith
It's time to finally live the abundant life Jesus came to give us.

Join us for The Life You Long For on Thursday, June 5, 6-8pm at A Place 4 Friends in Cedar Rapids. I'm sharing what Ibdid to embrace the abundant life and what I'm doing now to continue living this way--even if life doesn’t look exactly how I expected or how I envisioned life would be.

Come discover how to:
+Overcome what holds you back from living fully today
+Find joy and contentment in every season
+Step boldly into the purpose God has for you
+Live with renewed faith, courage, and hope

Bring a friend and join us for a night of connection, truth, and new beginnings! We’ll enjoy pizza from Roscoe’s Pizza, too.

Space is limited — only 25 seats available. Reserve your spot today! Link in bio (Instagram) or comments (Facebook).

#womenoffaith #womensevent #cedarrapids #thelifeyoulongfor #womenencouragingwomen #abundantlife
Abundance isn’t someday.
It’s available now—in the middle of real life.
You don’t have to chase it.
Just open your eyes to the life God’s already placed in front of you. 🌿

#abundantlife #faithintheeveryday #christianencouragement #livefully #womenoffaith
3 Things You Didn’t Know

Since we’re only 5 days away from the 200th episode (!!), I’m sharing 3 fun facts about the real life behind the Encouragement for Real Life Podcast.

From nearly deleting my first episode, to editing meltdowns, to the one simple reason I started—this journey has been anything but ordinary.
But every episode has been a gift… and so is every listener (that's YOU). 💛

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When we were wrapping up episode 199 of the Encouragement for Real Life Podcast, Alissa Studt, my guest and daughter, offered this encouraging advice. 

Both God and you deserve at least 15 minutes at the beginning of the day, don't you think? Why not give it a try tomorrow?

If you haven't listened to episode 199 yet, you can find it wherever you listen to podcasts. It's worth a listen! Enjoy!

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💌 A note of thanks to you, dear listener:

If I could hug or give you a high five today, I would.
This podcast has grown, stretched, and strengthened me—and you’ve been right here the whole time.

Thank you for pressing play.
Thank you for the shares, the reviews, the DMs, and the quiet encouragement.
Thank you for making the Encouragement for Real Life Podcast a part of your life.

The 200th episode drops June 3! Much love from me to you. 💛

#200Episodes #listenerlove #podcastgratitude  #EncouragementForRealLife #thankyou
Ready to live the life you've always longed to live?

Join us for The Life You Long For on Thursday, June 5 in Cedar Rapids. This special women’s event is filled with encouragement, inspiration, and practical and biblical truth. Together, we’ll explore how to embrace the abundant life God offers — right here, right now — even if life doesn’t look exactly how we expected or how we envisioned life would be.

Come discover how to:
•Overcome what holds you back from living fully today
•Find joy and contentment in every season
•Step boldly into the purpose God has for you
•Live with renewed faith, courage, and hope

Bring a friend and join us for a night of connection, truth, and new beginnings! Plus pizza!

Space is limited — only 25 seats available. Reserve your spot today @julielebure or comment LIVE and I'll send you the details.

#womenoffaith #encouragement #cedarrapids #girlsnightout #livefully
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