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Play it Again with Michelle Lazurek
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Summary
In this episode of the Bookworthy Podcast, Valerie Fentress interviews Michelle Lazurek, co-author of the book 'Who God Wants Me to Be.' They discuss the importance of helping children discover their calling and aligning it with God's plan for their lives. They explore the difference between choosing a career and knowing God, and how parents can encourage their children in their journey. They also share personal stories of how God has guided their paths. Michelle shares her upcoming projects and invites listeners to connect with her.
Takeaways
- Help children discover their calling and align it with God's plan for their lives.
- Choosing a career is important, but knowing God is even more crucial.
- Parents can encourage their children by knowing them well and affirming their gifts.
- Model obedience and seek God's guidance in decision-making.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:21 The Message of the Book
06:15 Choosing a Career vs. Knowing God
09:19 Encouraging Children in Their Journey
15:05 Modeling Obedience and Seeking God's Will
19:27 Personal Stories and God's Guidance
24:17 What's Next for Michelle
26:45 Conclusion
Find out more about Michelle and her book on the links below.
MICHELLE LAZUREK - HOME
Who God Wants Me to Be: A Picture Book: Bowman, Crystal, Lazurek, Michelle S., Eide, Sandra: 9780593235751: Amazon.com: Books
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