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    Encouragement for Real Life

    We know real life is a mixture of blessings and blunders, celebrations and sadness, excitement and apathy. It’s a combination of memory-making moments and moments we’d rather forget. It’s a blend of triumphs and failures, happiness and heartaches, and hope and discouragement. And some days we could use a little extra encouragement for our real lives right now.

    You'll find that here, all in about 15 minutes each week. So, you can listen as you’re driving the kids to school, or as you’re getting ready in the morning, or with whatever your day consists of. The episodes are short enough to fit into your real life.

    Included are life-impacting stories, helpful life tips and tricks, timely inspiration, Biblical insight, and a fresh perspective, combined with a light-hearted tone to encourage your heart and put a lift in your step.

    More than a pep talk and more than a fun place to plug in to, the Encouragement for Real Life podcast not only lifts your spirits, but it equips you to be a light in this world. To shine bright wherever God has you. And to be a blessing in the lives of others.

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    Episodes (136)

    135. The Truth About Distractions and Our Purpose

    135. The Truth About Distractions and Our Purpose

    We have a choice to make every day, even in every moment--to live distracted or undistracted. What we choose impacts not just how we live, but our purpose in life as well. This matters greatly, and we discuss this in today's episode. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find extra encouragement at julielefebure.com/resources/.

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    134. An Unexpected Divine Detour with Lori Ann Wood

    134. An Unexpected Divine Detour with Lori Ann Wood

    Today's guest is author, speaker, and real-life sojourner of a serious heart condition, Lori Ann Wood. Lori Ann shares her powerful story of hope and promise, and leads us to encourage deep faith questions along the detours of life. You won't want to miss this conversation! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find extra encouragement at julielefebure.com/resources/.

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    133. There Has Got to Be More to Life Than This

    133. There Has Got to Be More to Life Than This

    Have you thought or voiced recently, "There has got to be more to life than this?" It's something numerous women can relate to. There IS more to life than this, and we're discussing this in this episode. Could God be trying to get your attention like He did Julie's years ago? Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find extra encouragement at julielefebure.com/resources/.

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    132. Do You Love Who You Are?

    132. Do You Love Who You Are?

    Some of us have been taught to not think too highly of ourselves, and others of us may not feel worthy of love--even love from ourselves. In this episode Julie takes us deeper in why and how it's okay (and important!) to love ourselves, and why it really has nothing to do with us. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find extra encouragement at julielefebure.com/resources/.

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    131. "Did God Say That?" This Is Impacting My Life!

    131. "Did God Say That?" This Is Impacting My Life!

    It's interesting how a short question can impact us greatly. Julie shares in this episode how this question, "Did God Say That?" is impacting her life and in what areas she's asking it. It may become your favorite question for your life, too! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find extra encouragement at julielefebure.com/resources/.

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    130. Are You Listening? with Michelle Layer Rahal

    130. Are You Listening? with Michelle Layer Rahal

    Could you use some encouragement today? This episode is for you! Joining Julie on the podcast today is author and encourager, Michelle Layer Rahal. They discuss much including faith, hearing God's voice, and how to stay encouraged in your everyday life. You won't want to miss this one. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find extra encouragement at julielefebure.com/resources/.

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    129. Why Today Is the Greatest Day to Be Alive

    129. Why Today Is the Greatest Day to Be Alive

    January can be a challenging month for many, including Julie as she shares in this episode. But a fresh perspective encouraged her heart this week, and it will, no doubt, encourage yours! This is the greatest day to be alive! Tune in to find out why. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find extra encouragement at julielefebure.com/resources/.

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    128. Are We Missing Moments We Will Never Get Back?

    128. Are We Missing Moments We Will Never Get Back?

    When you think back over your life, have there been priceless moments you missed that you know you will never get to live again? Julie shares one that changed her life, and she shares it from the Introduction of Right Now Matters in this episode. You won't want to miss this one! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find extra encouragement at julielefebure.com/resources/.

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    127. 5 Ways to Be a Right-Now Woman in 2024

    127. 5 Ways to Be a Right-Now Woman in 2024

    Who is a Right-Now Woman? She's one who desires all God has for her and realizes there's more to live than living it distracted. She doesn't have it all figured out yet, but she's taking one step at a time with God. In this episode, Julie shares five ways to be a Right-Now Woman in 2024, and shares an opportunity to study the Bible with her! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find extra encouragement at julielefebure.com/resources/.

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    126. Walking Into 2024 Worry Free with a Word

    126. Walking Into 2024 Worry Free with a Word

    Happy New Year! How are you beginning this new year? Julie shares hope and encouragement, her word for 2024, and some exciting news about growing in the Lord as Right-Now Women together. Don't miss this one! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find extra encouragement at julielefebure.com/resources/.

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    125. Ending 2023 Grateful and With Big News!

    125. Ending 2023 Grateful and With Big News!

    We have much to celebrate! We're closing out 2023 grateful, Julie shares some big news, and it's her birthday! Thanks for coming to her birthday party! But in all seriousness, it's an exciting episode! Listen in as Julie shares some helpful ways to end 2023. She also announces something big happening today! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find extra encouragement at julielefebure.com/resources/.

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    124. Sound Your Joy on Repeat to the World

    124. Sound Your Joy on Repeat to the World

    The world could use some joy today, and it'll need it tomorrow, too. You may not think you have it, or maybe it's been some time since you felt it. But our joy doesn't have anything to do with our circumstances or situations. As Christmas approaches quickly, let's share this joy with the world. Listen in to be encouraged. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find extra encouragement at julielefebure.com/resources/.

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    123. How to Cope When Holidays Are Not Happy

    123. How to Cope When Holidays Are Not Happy

    The holidays aren't always the happiest for everyone, and if you or someone you know is walking through a difficult season, you understand how challenging the holidays can be. What do we do when the holidays aren't happy? In this episode, Julie shares her experience after losing her mom just nine days before Christmas. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find extra encouragement at julielefebure.com/resources/.

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    122. 5 Ways to Stay Present This Holiday Season

    122. 5 Ways to Stay Present This Holiday Season

    This season is sometimes termed, "the most wonderful time of the year," but it also can be the most distracting time of the year. In this episode, Julie reminds us what's truly important and offers us 5 ways to stay present this holiday season. If we don't intentionally stay present, we can miss so much, even God's blessings. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find extra encouragement at julielefebure.com/resources/.

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    121. God Desires to Dwell With Us With Rachel Fahrenbach

    121. God Desires to Dwell With Us With Rachel Fahrenbach

    God desires to dwell with His people. Let this truth sink in today because it's a powerful one! In this episode Julie and guest, Rachel Fahrenbach, discuss this, faith, the Advent season, and a brand-new tool to help us prepare our hearts for our coming Savior in this season. You don't want to miss this one! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find extra encouragement at julielefebure.com/resources/.

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    120. Here Is a New Concept: Celebrate "Thanksgivings"

    120. Here Is a New Concept: Celebrate "Thanksgivings"

    Here we are! It's Thanksgiving week in the U.S. It's a full week as many of us prepare. Above all, may our hearts be full of thanks to God. In this episode, Julie shares a concept that inspired her last week to think of "thanksgiving" a little differently. It may just inspire you, too! Not just for Thanksgiving, the day, but for every day of your life. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find extra encouragement at julielefebure.com/resources/.

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    119. How to Slow Your Go and Unbusy Your Life

    119. How to Slow Your Go and Unbusy Your Life

    You live a full life, but it doesn't have to be so busy. What are we busy doing anyway? In this episode Julie leads us through some questions and prompts that help us to pause and ponder, just in time before the holiday season--sometimes known as the busiest season--is upon us. Find encouragement here! Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find extra encouragement at julielefebure.com/resources/.

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    118. How Do I Know if I Am Living Distracted?

    118. How Do I Know if I Am Living Distracted?

    Do you live a distracted life? How do you know? Sadly, many women today aren't aware they are. They just live this way, day after day, unaware of the life they are missing. You will know if you are after listening to this episode as Julie shares five indications of a distracted life. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find extra encouragement at julielefebure.com/resources/.

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    117. Why Does Right Now Matter?

    117. Why Does Right Now Matter?

    Why does right now matter? Have you ever given this some thought? Are we living as if right now matters or are we sleepwalking through life? Each day we are given the choice, and the one we choose determines everything in our lives. Listen to this episode and be encouraged as you learn the reality of why right now does matter. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find extra encouragement at julielefebure.com/resources/.

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    116. Celebrating the Launch of Right Now Matters Part 2

    116. Celebrating the Launch of Right Now Matters Part 2

    Julie's first book, Right Now Matters: Empowering Right-Now Women in a Culture of Distraction, released into the world last week, and we're still celebrating! Did you see it ranked as the #1 New Release in the Christian Family & Relationships category on Amazon on launch day?? In this episode, Julie sits down with her friend, Deb, and they discuss everything regarding Right Now Matters. Last week was Part 1, this week is Part 2. Join encourager, Julie Lefebure, each Tuesday morning as she offers real encouragement for your real life right now through a fresh, hope-filled perspective, a lighthearted inspiration, and Biblical insight, all in about 15 minutes (guest shows are longer). Each episode will lift your spirits and equip you to be a light in this world. Find extra encouragement at julielefebure.com/resources/.

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