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Truth vs. Lies – how to choose truth over lies

July 28, 2020 by cecilyjoy No Comments
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There’s a battle waging for our minds and for the minds of the coming generation.  It’s a battle of truth vs. lies.  But the good news is that there is a way to choose and believe truth.

“Why don’t the stickers stay on her?”

The maker spoke softly.  “Because she has decided that what I think of her is more important than what they think.  The stickers only stick if you let them. – You Are Special, Max Lucado

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How to Have Self Control – by grace and by action

April 8, 2020 by cecilyjoy 2 Comments

Galatians 5 talks about the fruits of the spirit.  Love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, gentleness and self control.  Today, we’re talking about how to have self control.

We live in a time where we have SO much available to us.  There are endless things to occupy our time and our attention.  Also, endless things to distract us from the things in life that are better.  The things that are CALLED to.

First, we’ll define ‘what is self control.’  We’ll talk about the importance of self control, and how to have self control and grow in it.

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The Steps to Renewing Your Mind

April 2, 2020 by cecilyjoy 4 Comments
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As followers of Christ, we need to be transformed by the renewal of our minds.  But what does this look like practically?  And how can you actually and practically be transformed by the renewing of your mind?  This is something that I feel the need for so strongly in my life.  I KNOW that I need this renewal, and that it is something I need to actively practice daily.  The following is what I have found to be very helpful steps to renewing your mind.

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How to Escape the Rat Race – Leaving the rat race for the simple life

January 14, 2020 by cecilyjoy No Comments
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You want to know how to escape the rat race.  This means you already know what the rat race is.  But let’s just make it really clear.  The ‘rat race’ is a race that no matter how fast or hard you run… you don’t get anywhere.  EXHAUSTING.

Here’s what I’ve learned: Apparently the life of rats can echo the life of people… but the rats are smarter.

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Best Planners for Busy Moms

November 6, 2019 by cecilyjoy No Comments
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In 3 days, I’m hopping on a plane and flying for 6.5 hours to the beautiful island of Maui.  That’s all pretty exciting.  But you know what I’m most excited for?  6.5 hours on an airplane to PLAN.  Yea, I’m fully aware that I’m a nerd.  I’ve been researching the best planners for busy moms, and I finally decided.  So, I went and bought a brand new planner, a fresh notebook, and a whole bunch of nice pens… and I can’t wait for the uninterrupted time to make some plans & set some goals.

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How to Limit Social Media Use in Your Life

June 23, 2019 by cecilyjoy 2 Comments
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I love social media.  But I also hate social media.  Relationship status = COMPLICATED.  When done right, social media is a huge blessing.  It’s a way to connect with friends and family who are far away.  For me, it has also led me to some of my best friendships!  And clearly, as a blogger, I do rely on social media as part of my job.  But when social media is done wrong, it adds all sort of clutter, stress, and unhealthy habits to life.  Sometimes, knowing how to limit social media use is exactly what we all need in our lives.

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How To Manage Time Wisely – Spring Clean Your Life Series – Part 2

April 27, 2019 by cecilyjoy 2 Comments
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Can you imagine a life lived where every moment was spent intentionally?  Even if moments of relaxation and quiet were intentional?  Today, for part 2 of our “Spring Clean Your Life Series,” we’re talking about how to manage your time wisely.

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Get Your Priorities Straight – ‘Spring Clean Your Life Series’ Part 1

April 21, 2019 by cecilyjoy No Comments
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Welcome to Part 1 of the ‘Spring Clean Your Life Series.’  In part 1,we talk all about how to get your priorities straight.

Picture this scene with me.  Another day is done.  As you face the evening and evaluate your day… you know that you missed the mark.  You were impatient with your husband, didn’t read your Bible, the only prayer you said was asking forgiveness after losing your cool at the kids for running late…  and you just know that you need to get your priorities straight.  But… how?

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Hey, I’m Cecily!

My mission is to help women develop their faith and live their lives with purpose & intention. We look at 4 key areas of life, and how they need to be growing & flowing from a life built on faith.

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