Have you ever met someone who knows how to smile in the midst of a storm? Life's trials and traumas cannot destroy a person who remains present. Being present requires awareness, trust, and faith. You gain freedom from lingering fear, comparison, and suffering the moment you ground yourself in the present.

Terri Johnson is an inspiring example of being present. She conquered challenging situations throughout her life, which brought her closer to Christ. Now, at this time in her life, Terri faces an entirely new challenge as she deals with a cancer diagnosis. Most people become discouraged after such news. For Terri, she sees it as another opportunity for Christ to show up in her life. She is a person who can find her smile in the midst of uncertainty.

In this episode, we talk about Terri's life and how to be present in suffering. Terri says that being present is not always easy, but her life proves it's possible. Over the years, she learned to be more intentional and vulnerable in her humbling journey. She ties her experiences to her relationship with God where she takes life day by day. Terri also talks about the evidence of Christ's work throughout her life and how being present helps her create support for herself.

Listen as we discuss how God works everything out, especially when we can't seem to predict the outcome.

Time stamps:

• [02:13] - Terri Johnson describes how her life is a tangle of suffering and positivity.
• [05:02] - "I had to learn to live one day at a time."
• [07:17] - Terri tells the story of receiving her cancer diagnosis.
• [10:15] - What were Terri's first thoughts after her diagnosis?
• [12:40] - "I had to learn to ask for help."
• [14:46] - Terri says she made a decision that not everyone agreed with. What happened?
• [17:12] - Trust God to stay aligned with your Calling.
• [19:30] - Despite uncertainty, you can move forward day by day with confidence.
• [22:08] - God will take care of everything. Terri shares her perspective on how everything works out no matter the outcome.
• [24:16] - What does Terri do to adjust to her life now?
• [26:35] - Terri is exploring what it means to live well and take care of herself. Was there any idea she had to unlearn or shift?
• [29:49] - At this time, what lesson stands out to Terri the most?

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A lot of people blindly seek external validation and external purpose first, but this rootless pursuit ends up short-lived. In fact, any pursuit of Calling is shallow if you don't go internally first to figure out your gifts and who you are in Christ. Being curious about how a thing is made shows the intention of its purpose. Likewise, knowing yourself helps you direct your life with stronger discernment.

Teresa McCloy is a Coach, Speaker, Podcaster, Trainer and Creator of the REALIFE Process® helping people to get a handle on life. She is also the author of Do What Matters: Live From Rest, Not Rush, Using The REALIFE Process. Teresa walks in faithfulness and obedience as she shares her work with coaches, mentors, and other helpers who want to add the REALIFE Process® to their teachings.

In this episode, we talk about Teresa's life management process and the spiritual practices under the process. Teresa shares how you can organize your life to prioritize what's meaningful to you, and honor the life you create in partnership with God. We find the foundation of knowing who we are and whose we are allows us to live out our Calling.

Listen as we discuss life tools such as the Rule of Life concept, the foundational triangle, and living from rest.

Time stamps:

• [00:22] - Teresa McCloy brings her insight on how to live from rest, not rush.
• [02:00] - Why did Teresa write this book?
• [04:43] - Teresa looks back on the spirals of her life, and what made her realize she wanted a different path.
• [07:43] - Where does the life management framework come from?
• [09:39] - Teresa talks about living from rest where work and ease coexist.
• [11:47] - You get to pre-decide what you say "Yes" or "No" to in life.
• [13:14] - What is a "Rule of Life?"
• [16:01] - In what ways can the "Rule of Life" concept apply to your routines?
• [18:02] - Teresa describes how you can categorize your life and prioritize what's meaningful.
• [20:51] - Calling comes from both "being" and "doing."
• [23:38] - You're never too old for self discovery.
• [26:36] - It's okay to experiment with how you live out your core Calling.
• [29:28] - Your Calling can be different from season to season.
• [31:07] - "We have to know what the motivation is."
• [33:16] - Managing your life is a lot like caring for a garden.
• [36:16] - There is nothing new under the sun, but the delivery can differ.
• [38:30] - This is how you do what matters.

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What do you expect living your Calling to be like? Most people naturally say it's a life where everything feels aligned and at ease. They would not be wrong, however, let's not forget that another side of Calling exists. Living your Calling includes the struggles of carrying your purpose out.

Take the Apostle Paul for instance. He specifically writes that Calling brings struggle, toil, and labor. He reflects on the gift of being called by God to persist in his purpose. Are you struggling in your Calling? If you are, remember that God commissioned you for this unique role.

In this episode, we're talking about struggle and Calling. We'll read through Colossians 1:25 to 2:3 where the Apostle Paul reflects on his commitment to honor God despite life's struggles. This talk gives a moment to understand Paul's journey with his Calling, Christ's role in this journey, and your journey with your Calling. We reflect on these themes to bring clarity and meaning in our faithful pursuit of Calling.

Listen as we discuss struggle, labor, and the strength God gives you to move forward.

• [00:22] - Many people think Calling brings only ease. Is it true?
• [02:29] - Similar to Paul, we are commissioned by God.
• [04:18] - Do you know the activities you will use to carry out your Calling? Paul outlines how he takes action in today's scripture.
• [06:15] - Labor and strive towards your Calling.
• [07:50] - Be encouraged and affirm your Calling. What could this mean for you?
• [10:06] - What have you been commissioned to do?
• [11:39] - Don't suffer for no reason.
• [14:01] - Strive for your Calling with the strength God gives you.

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