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Feeling triggered more often than you’d like? In this episode, discover one peaceful habit rooted in Proverbs 15:1 that can help you respond with grace instead of anger. Learn how to pause before reacting, regulate your emotions, and let peace lead—even when tensions rise. If you’ve ever regretted what you said in the heat of the moment, this episode offers biblical insight, neuroscience-backed tools, and practical encouragement to help you grow.

🌿 Habit of Peace: Pause. Breathe. Pray. Let Peace Go First.

A peaceful response begins before the conflict—with one small habit that rewires your heart and retrains your reaction.

Key Takeaways:

• A peaceful response starts before the pressure builds
• Proverbs 15:1 teaches us the power of a gentle answer
• The amygdala hijack explains why we react fast and regret it later
• You can interrupt the cycle with intentional habits and prayer
• One Spirit-led pause can shift the entire emotional tone of a moment

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to Habits of Peace
• 01:17 Understanding Triggered Moments
• 04:24 The Power of a Gentle Response
• 08:37 The Science Behind Reactions
• 10:28 Practicing the Pause
• 14:44 Applying the Habit of Peace

Quotables:

• “A gentle answer flows from a heart that’s already chosen peace.” 
• “You don’t need a perfect response—just a peaceful one.” 
• “You can’t always stop the trigger—but you can slow the reaction.”

🎙️ Why You’ll Love This Episode:

This episode combines biblical teaching, personal experience, and neuroscience in a highly practical way. You’ll feel seen in your emotional struggles—and encouraged that change is possible, one habit at a time. It’s short, grace-filled, and packed with tools you can start using today.

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How do you return to perfect peace when stress takes over your thoughts? Isaiah 26:3 holds the answer—and today, we’re breaking it down.

In this episode of the Habits of Hope podcast, we’re talking about what to do when you’ve lost your peace and feel overwhelmed by stress. Whether you're managing daily responsibilities, dealing with grief, or facing anxiety that won’t quit—this one’s for you.

We’ll unpack the promise of perfect peace from Isaiah 26:3, explore the connection between trust and mental focus, and walk through practical habits to anchor your mind in God’s truth—even when your emotions are all over the place.

You’ll also learn to identify your peace cues—those physical and emotional signals that let you know when your soul needs a reset. This is Christian stress management that’s both biblical and doable.

✨ Because trusting God when you’re stressed isn’t just a feeling—it’s a habit.

⏱️ CHAPTERS 

00:00 – What Is Perfect Peace? (Isaiah 26:3 Meaning)
01:40 – When Peace Slips Away: Real-Life Stress Examples
04:20 – A Story of Trust and Provision: A Canadian Apartment Miracle
07:00 – Breaking Down Isaiah 26:3 (Perfect Peace Explained)
09:00 – What It Means to Have a Steadfast Mind
10:30 – How Trust Unlocks Peace in Everyday Life
11:50 – Peace Cues: How Your Body Signals Spiritual Stress
13:40 – The 3Rs of Regaining Peace: Recognize, Reflect, Refocus
15:45 – Scripture Journaling with Isaiah 26:3

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Peace isn’t the absence of stress—it’s the result of trusting God when you’re stressed.
• Isaiah 26:3 shows that perfect peace flows from a steadfast mind anchored in trust.
• Recognizing your peace cues helps you take early steps to redirect your focus.
• Practicing the 3Rs—Recognize, Reflect, Refocus—can transform how you handle stress.
• Scripture journaling turns biblical truth into personal prayer and peace.

If you’ve been feeling mentally scattered or spiritually exhausted, this episode will help you re-center on God’s faithfulness. Full of biblical wisdom and practical encouragement, this conversation is a gentle invitation to breathe, refocus, and rest in God’s unshakable peace.

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Peace isn’t something you chase—it’s someone you know.
In this episode, we explore Isaiah 9:6 and the powerful truth that Jesus is our Prince of Peace. Learn how whispering His name in moments of anxiety can bring real calm and spiritual connection.

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6
🌿 Habit of Hope: Whisper the name of Jesus when you feel upset, unsettled, or overwhelmed—let His name bring your heart back to peace.

Chapter Markers
00:00 Peace Isn’t Something You Chase
01:30 The Names of Jesus in Isaiah 9:6
03:20 Why Peace is Found in a Person
04:45 The Habit of Hope: Whisper His Name
06:00 Real-Life Peace Practices
07:00 Final Truths + What’s Next

✔️ What You’ll Learn:

• Isaiah 9:6 reveals four powerful names of Jesus—and what they teach us about His character and purpose.
• Peace is not the absence of problems—it’s the presence of a person.
• Jesus doesn’t give peace apart from Himself—He gives us Himself.
• We don’t have to hold it all together—we only need to be held.
• Real-life ways to pause, breathe, and return to peace in everyday moments.

Why You’ll Love This Episode:
If you’ve ever tried to control your way into peace—or felt overwhelmed by anxiety and didn’t know where to turn—this episode will offer comfort and clarity. It's a gentle yet powerful reminder that Jesus isn’t just near... He is your peace.

Resources & Links:

• Read the blog version: Peace is a Person: Finding Calm in the Presence of Christ
• Sign up for my free resource: Soul Care Made Simple – A beautifully designed guide with simple practices to restore your soul in every season.
• Explore the Habits of Peace blog + podcast series at gingerharrington.com

Let this episode be your invitation to reconnect with the One who brings calm to your chaos. Share this with a friend who needs peace today—and don’t forget to download your free copy of Soul Care Made Simple. Because peace isn’t a feeling to chase—it’s a relationship to return to.

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Peace doesn’t just happen—it’s something we pursue. In this episode of the Habits of Peace series, discover how to follow Psalm 34:14 and build peace one habit at a time. Learn the surprising context behind the verse, what it means to turn away from what disrupts your peace, and how to start practicing the presence of God daily.

Get the full article and video here.

🎧 Episode 2 of the Habits of Peace Series
📖 Scripture: Psalm 34:14
🌱 Habit of Hope: Make peace a pursuit, not a wish—take one intentional step today.

Chapters

00:00 – Welcome & Series Recap
 01:25 – Today’s Scripture: Psalm 34:14
 02:03 – The Backstory Behind the Verse
 03:35 – Peace Is a Direction, Not Just a Feeling
 04:15 – 5 Truths About Biblical Peace
 06:35 – Supporting Scriptures from Psalm 34
 07:35 – Habit of Hope: Make Peace a Pursuit
 08:15 – Real-Life Habits That Create Peace
 10:25 – Final Encouragement + Next Week’s Teaser

Takeaways

• Peace is not the absence of problems—it’s the fruit of obedience.
• Pursuing peace begins with turning away from what disrupts it.
• Psalm 34 teaches us that even in fear and chaos, we can seek peace through God’s presence.
• Our daily choices either cultivate peace or crowd it out.
• Small, consistent habits rooted in God’s Word make room for peace to grow.

This episode takes a well-known verse—“seek peace and pursue it”—and brings it to life with historical context, spiritual depth, and practical application. If you’ve been longing for peace but aren’t sure how to find it, this conversation offers a gentle but clear direction. You’ll walk away with real-life examples and a spiritual habit you can put into practice right away.

What’s one habit you can choose today to pursue peace on purpose? Share this episode with a friend who’s craving calm in a chaotic season.

Need a practical way to start pursuing peace today? Download the free Soul Care Made Simple and get quiet with God about what’s really going on beneath the surface.

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Welcome to the first episode of our Habits of Peace Summer Series—short, soul-reset solo episodes to help you pause, breathe, and reconnect with God. 

If life feels loud, rushed, or heavy, peace can seem far away. In this kickoff episode, we’re talking about the kind of peace that can’t be manufactured—and how one small habit can help you notice when it’s missing and begin to receive what Jesus already gave. This summer, we’re pressing pause to make space for God’s steady, unshakable peace—one habit at a time.

Read the full article here.

💡 Habit of Hope:

Pause and ask:

• “Where is peace missing in my heart right now?”
• “Jesus, what kind of peace are You offering me today?”

🔑 Key Takeaways:

• Peace is not something you earn—it’s something you receive.
• The world’s peace is temporary, but Jesus offers peace that lasts.
• In the Bible, peace isn’t just the absence of conflict—it’s the presence of Christ and the wholeness God brings.
   → Eirēnē (Greek) reflects the peace of Christ—tranquil, steady, and rooted in His presence.
  → Shalom (Hebrew) speaks of total well-being, harmony, and wholeness in every part of life.
• Noticing when peace is absent is the first step to receiving the peace of Christ.

📌 Memorable Quotes:

“Peace isn’t something you create. Peace is something you receive.”
 – Ginger Harrington“You don’t have to earn peace. Jesus already gave it.”
 – Ginger Harrington“Peace begins with noticing—and receiving what Christ has already given.”
 – Ginger Harrington

🎙️ Why You’ll Love This Episode:

If you’ve ever felt unsettled, spiritually tired, or emotionally overwhelmed—even in a season that’s supposed to feel restful—this episode will meet you with honesty, truth, and a gentle invitation to reconnect with God’s peace.

✨ Don’t Miss:

• The powerful context of John 14:27—peace offered before the cross
• The truth about counterfeit peace (and why it never lasts)
• A moment of personal reflection that shows how noticing peace can change everything

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What do you do when the Church—the place meant for safety and healing—becomes the source of deep hurt? In this honest conversation, Pastor Mark Cress joins us to explore how to navigate church conflict, extend forgiveness, set healthy boundaries, and move toward healing.

We talk about:

• The difference between personal and systemic church hurt
• Why isolation may feel safe but stalls healing
• Why boundaries are bibical
• How to know when to stay or go
• What real forgiveness looks like (and why it’s not the same as trust)
• What healing looks like after trust is broken
• How to recognize a healthy Christian community

You’ll also hear Mark’s powerful story of a time when church relationships were strained—and how God led him through healing and restoration, along with the faith lessons that came through it.

Key Scripture References:
John 16:33, Matthew 6:12, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Luke 23:34, Psalms

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• Pastor Mark’s Church: https://crossroad.live
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• Related Episode + free printable resource on Forgiveness: https://gingerharrington.com/forgiving-sets-you-free/

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Feeling disconnected—even in a room full of people? You’re not alone. In this episode, we explore how to build strong Christian community rooted in Acts 2:42. From the ministry of presence to practical ways Jesus modeled connection, we share encouragement and actionable steps to help you lean in, love well, and grow deeper relationships.

🕊️ Habit of Hope: Community takes commitment—lean in and love well.

🔑 What You’ll Learn:

• Why showing up matters more than saying the right thing
• How Jesus modeled community through celebration, sorrow, and everyday life
• Real examples of doing life together—even when it’s messy
• Simple ways to take the first step toward deeper connection
• How to invite others and allow others to love and serve you

📖 Scripture Focus:

Acts 2:42
 “All the believers devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching, and to fellowship, and to sharing in meals, and to prayer.”

⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 – Welcome + Why Community Feels Hard
 01:47 – Habit of Hope & Scripture: Acts 2:42
 05:30 – What True Fellowship Looks Like
 07:20 – We’re Not Meant to Do Life Alone
 08:45 – How Jesus Modeled Community
 16:00 – Invitation and Initiation
 18:10 – Serving and Letting Others Serve
 21:30 – Application: How to Do Community Like Jesus
 24:50 – Show Up in Grief and Celebration
 28:45 – Stay When It Gets Hard
 34:20 – Be an Initiator
 35:40 – Preview: Handling Community Hurt (Next Episode Tease)

📌 Related Episodes:

• 22.How to Love Others Like Jesus: Actionable Steps for Everyday Life
• 23.Five Loving Ways to Strengthen Relationships: Grace Over Grievance
• 24.How to Unlock More Hope Through the Forgiveness Habit

Share this episode with a friend, your small group, or someone who needs encouragement today. Let’s grow stronger together—because we were never meant to do life alone.

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What do you do when life throws more at you than you feel ready for? In this episode, speaker and author Peg Arnoldjoins us to share honest stories of loss, job upheaval, caregiving, and life transitions—and how God met her in the middle of it all. If you’ve ever felt spiritually scattered, emotionally drained, or uncertain about what’s next, Peg’s wisdom will help you hold onto hope and reconnect with God’s steady presence in every season of change.

Read the article or watch the video here.

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🌱 Habit of Hope: Make space for God’s strength by caring for your mind, body, and soul—even in small ways—when life feels uncertain.

• Why transitions often trigger grief, identity shifts, and spiritual distraction.
• How Peg learned to “see God in the chaos” by reframing distractions as divine appointments.
• The 4 essential areas to care for during transition: mental, spiritual, social, and physical.
• How personalizing Scripture helped Peg stay grounded when everything else was shifting.
• A powerful reminder: God doesn’t waste your brokenness—He rebuilds with purpose.

Chapters
00:00 Finding Hope in Chaos
06:09 Navigating Life's Transitions
13:02 The Power of Gratitude
19:46 Coping with Grief and Identity Changes
26:45 Understanding Distractions
34:16 Responding to Interruptions
39:28 Resources for Spiritual Growth

Peg’s warmth, humor, and heartfelt honesty will give you both perspective and practical tools for navigating the messier seasons of life. Whether you’re moving, grieving, caregiving, or starting over, you’ll walk away feeling seen—and reminded that God is with you in the unknown.

• PegArnold.org 
• Devotions for the Distracted Heart 
• Making Your Message Memorable – A resource for speakers and teachers
• Find Peg on YouTube: Peg Arnold and Wonder Woman Ministries
• Related episode: How to Hear God’s Voice (link to your episode on discernment

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Too busy to rest? This episode is for you. We’re sharing 7 simple, life-giving practices that make space for soul care—right in the middle of your full life. These rhythms are practical, biblical, and sustainable, even when your schedule is overflowing.

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From weeding out lies to creating spiritual margin, these soul care habits help you connect deeply with God, find rest for your soul, and strengthen your hope. It’s time to stop surviving and start living rooted in grace.

Habit of Hope: Cultivate simple rhythms of soul care to keep you rooted in God and strong in hope.

• Your soul is like a garden—it needs watering, weeding, and rest.
• Rest is an act of trust, not something you have to earn.
• Silence, Scripture, and stillness help you hear from God and receive His love.
• Even physical care (like stretching, walking, or sleep) impacts your spiritual well-being.
• Hope grows when we regularly nourish our souls through intentional habits.

Quotes

1. “Soul care doesn’t have to be complicated—it’s about creating small, intentional rhythms that make space for rest, connection, and joy.”
2. “Tending the weeds—like worry, perfectionism, and overload—creates room for peace, rest, and truth to grow in your heart again.”
3. “Creating margin isn’t just good time management—it’s how we make space for what truly matters, including your time with God.”
4. “We don’t wait until the tank is empty to refuel our cars—why do we wait that long to care for our souls?”

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Soul care isn’t selfish—it’s essential. In this powerful episode, we explore what soul care really means, how it’s different from self-care, and why it matters more than ever for your emotional and spiritual health. If you’re feeling spiritually dry, emotionally tired, or just barely hanging on, this episode will help you reconnect with God and discover simple ways to nourish your soul in everyday life.

Read the article or watch the video here.

We’ll unpack Deuteronomy 4:9 and discuss why “watching over your soul diligently” is a practice we can’t afford to ignore.

Habit of Hope: Make soul care a regular rhythm in your life—because a well-tended soul is a hopeful soul.

• Soul care is a spiritual necessity, not a luxury.
• Deuteronomy 4:9 shows how forgetting God’s faithfulness leads to soul drift.
• Signs of soul neglect include exhaustion, irritability, anxiety, and spiritual dryness.
• Remembering God’s past faithfulness renews present hope.
• A hopeful life begins with a connected and nourished soul.

Quotes

• "A well-tended soul is a hopeful soul." 
• "God tells us to watch over our souls diligently—because He knows we’re prone to forget." 
• "Hope fades when we’re running on spiritual fumes."  
• "Soul care isn’t selfish—it’s how we stay rooted in truth and filled with hope." 
• "We weren’t made to live constantly depleted."

🎙️ Why You’ll Love This Episode:

This episode is a breath of fresh air if you’ve been running on empty. You’ll feel understood, encouraged, and reminded that God cares deeply about your inner life. It’s packed with biblical truth, practical insights, and heart-centered encouragement to help you thrive—not just survive.

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When life feels overwhelming, where do you turn for hope? In this powerful and deeply personal conversation, Ginger sits down with longtime friend, mentor, and counselor Tarra Green, co-founder of Pathway to Hope. Together, they explore what it really means to trust Jesus moment by moment—not just in the big spiritual decisions, but in the everyday struggles, disappointments, and detours.

This episode is a grace-filled invitation to move from self-reliance to Spirit-dependence and discover the person of hope—Jesus Christ—in a deeply experiential way.

🌱 Habit of Hope:
Hope is not found in circumstances but in Christ alone. When we trust Him instead of relying on our feelings or understanding, we walk in true, lasting hope.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

• Hope is not a feeling or outcome—it’s a person. Real hope is rooted in Jesus, not our emotions or situation.
• God uses hopeless situations to reveal His presence. We don’t need hope when everything is fine—we need it when everything feels impossible.
• Our feelings don’t determine what’s true. The truth of God’s promises stands firm even when emotions fluctuate.
• Transformation doesn’t happen by trying harder. True change begins when we let the Holy Spirit do His work within us.
• God is never disappointed in you. He’s not surprised by your detours—He’s already made a way back.

🎙️ Why You’ll Love This Episode:
You’ll walk away with a deeper understanding of what it means to trust Jesus in real-time—especially in the hard places. 

📲 Resources & Links:

• Learn more about Pathway to Hope Ministry
• Learn more about Grace Ministries
• Ginger's book: Holy in the Moment: Simple Ways to Love God and Enjoy Your Life(affiliate link)
• Read the article version of this episode on Ginger’s blog

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Part 2 of the Prayer Focus Series

Feeling distracted every time you try to pray? You’re not alone—and the good news is, you can train your mind and heart to focus more deeply. In this episode of Habits of Hope, we’re sharing 8 practical and powerful strategies to help you stay focused in prayer—even when your mind wanders or your day feels chaotic.

From deep breathing to journaling, movement-based prayer to Scripture meditation, you’ll discover new tools to bring your attention back to God and build a more consistent, Spirit-led prayer life. Whether you struggle with distractions, fatigue, or simply want to go deeper in your walk with God, this episode is full of helpful habits that make a real difference.

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🌿 Habit of Hope: Keep on praying. Engage in a variety of prayers to cultivate a prayerful life (Ephesians 6:18).

🔑 Key Takeaways

• Why distraction in prayer is normal—and how to overcome it with grace.
• How deep breathing can center your thoughts and calm your nervous system.
• Why praying out loud can increase clarity and focus.
• The surprising benefits of writing down your prayers and using Scripture as a guide.
• How to incorporate movement, like prayer walking, into your spiritual routine.
• Creative ways to pray with a partner or spouse that build connection and consistency.
• What neuroscience and Scripture reveal about how we train our brains to focus.
• How to approach your prayer life with freedom, not perfection.

📌 Memorable Quotes

“Prayer is about presence, not perfection.” – Ginger Harrington
“You may feel unfocused now, but you can grow in this area—and that gives me hope.” – Larissa Traquair
“God invites us into a praying life, not just prayer time.” – Ginger Harrington
“Writing down answered prayers always fills me with hope and inspires me to pray even more.” – Larissa Traquair

🎧 Why You’ll Love This Episode

If you’ve ever found yourself drifting off during prayer, getting stuck in a swirl of thoughts, or struggling to stay engaged spiritually, thi

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Ever sit down to pray and find yourself thinking about your to-do list, yesterday’s conversation, or what’s for dinner? You’re not alone. In this first episode of our two-part series on developing greater focus in prayer, we’re diving deep into why we struggle with distraction and how the Holy Spirit can help us stay present with God. You’ll walk away with practical strategies, biblical encouragement, and new habits that help you turn down the noise and tune your heart to the One who listens.

Habit of Hope: Depend on the Holy Spirit to help you pray with greater focus.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

• Why distraction in prayer is normal—and how to stop letting it derail your time with God
• The role of the Holy Spirit in helping us stay present and centered
• Simple, grace-filled habits to refocus your mind when it wanders
• How to recognize and redirect internal or external distractions
• Encouragement for anyone who feels defeated or guilty about their prayer life

Prayer: Holy Spirit, I invite You into the time of prayer. Help me to stay present and focused on God. Lead my thoughts and words according to Your will.

📌 Memorable Quotes:
"If we only prayed when we felt focused, we’d rarely pray at all.” 

“It’s so common to get distracted. You are not the only one.” 

“We’re talking about a grace-filled approach to prayer, not a guilt-driven one.” 

“The Holy Spirit helps us in our weakness—even our distractedness.”

🎙️ Why You’ll Love This Episode:
This episode re-centers your heart on the truth: prayer isn’t about performance, it’s about presence. You’ll walk away reminded that the Holy Spirit is already helping you—even when you don’t know what to say. You’ll learn simple tools to refocus your mind, deepen your connection with God, and create prayer rhythms that work in real life.

📲 Resources & Links:

• Read the blog post that inspired this episode: How to Stay Focused in Prayer
• Want a deeper prayer rhythm? Check out the Habits of Hope mini-devotional.

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Trusting God with your work can transform fear, comparison, and discouragement into peace, perseverance, and purpose. Whether you're in a career, ministry, or managing life at home, this episode offers five practical, biblical habits to help you overcome internal struggles and lean into God’s timing for your work. Join Ginger and Larissa as they share real stories, spiritual encouragement, and honest insight into building trust in your everyday efforts.

This is Part 3 of our Worth & Work series—so if you’ve wrestled with questions about calling, value, and spiritual growth in the work you do, you won’t want to miss this one.

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🪴 Habit of Hope:
Trust God with your work. Trust God to bring the outcomes in His timing (Gal.6:9).

🔑 Key Takeaways:

• Why the fear of failure keeps us stuck—and how to release it to God
• How to break free from comparison and celebrate others' success without insecurity
• The importance of trusting God's timing in your work, especially when results are slow
• Why perseverance is essential to spiritual, personal, and professional growth
• Real-life encouragement for walking by faith, even in the messy middle

📌 Memorable Quotes:

• “God’s timing is perfect—even when we’re in a hurry.” 
• “Comparison distorts our focus. Your work matters because it’s yours.”
• “We grow as we go. And God meets us in the process.” 
• “Success comes when we stay the course and trust the Lord with the outcome.” 

🎙️ Why You’ll Love This Episode:
This conversation is warm, real, and spiritually rich. It’s not about hustle—it’s about heart. Ginger and Larissa walk you through the challenges of faith-filled work and remind you that even the imperfect, behind-the-scenes moments are part of how God shapes your character and your calling.

📲 Resources & Links:

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Have you ever felt like you’re falling behind or that it’s simply too late for your dreams, calling, or healing? In this powerful episode of the Habits of Hope Podcast, Ginger talks with author and podcaster Rebecca George about her brand-new book, You're Not Too Late: Trusting God's Timing in a Hurry-Up World. Together, they explore the deep tension of waiting seasons, the struggle with comparison, and the unshakeable hope we can anchor in God’s character—even when nothing is going as planned.

Whether you’re waiting on a relationship, healing, breakthrough, or restoration, this conversation will remind you that God is still working—and you are not too late.

🌱 Habit of Hope: Pray the “Search me” prayer from Psalm 139 to anchor your heart in truth and regain perspective during seasons of longing.

• Why longing is often the soil where real hope grows
• How to navigate the pain of unmet longing with honesty, hope, and biblical truth
• Rebecca’s story of God’s faithfulness in her season of singleness
• The power of perspective and pre-deciding how you’ll respond to comparison
• What to do when it feels like everyone else is getting what you're praying for
• Biblical truths to help anchor your hope, no matter the outcome

Quotes:

“Hope’s prerequisite is longing. We hope for what we do not yet see.” —Rebecca George

“If you’re still breathing, God still has purpose for your life.” —Rebecca George

“You can hold both longing and joy at the same time—because God holds you.” —Ginger

🎙️ Why You’ll Love This Episode:

This conversation is for anyone in a waiting season or battling the fear that it’s too late to begin again. With gospel-centered encouragement, Rebecca brings wisdom, biblical truth, and practical steps to help you trust God’s timing and live fully in the present—even when your prayers feel unanswered.

📲 Resources & Links:

• Get Rebecca’s book: You're Not Too Late *affiliate link
• Follow Rebecca on Instagram: @rebeccageorgeauthor
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 Struggling to find meaning in your work? Feeling like your success defines your worth?

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What if true success isn’t about what you achieve—but about faithfulness to God? In today’s episode, we explore how committing your work to the Lord brings purpose, peace, and lasting impact.

We dive into Psalm 90:17 and uncover biblical truths about trusting God with your work, setting healthy boundaries, and learning to work from your worth—not for it. Whether you’re a professional, a ministry leader, a stay-at-home parent, or navigating career uncertainty, this episode will encourage you to see your work as an offering to God.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

• Commit your work to God through prayer—before, during, and after work.
• Your worth isn’t found in what you do—it’s found in Christ.
• Boundaries matter—overworking can steal your joy and impact your well-being.
• God’s favor in your work isn’t about results—it’s about relationship.
• If you’re constantly chasing the next big thing, you’ll miss the blessings of today.

📖 Scripture Focus: Psalm 90:17, Proverbs 16:3, Colossians 3:23, Philippians 4:11, Genesis 1:31

📌 Memorable Quotes:

• "Work from your worth, not for your worth." – Ginger Harrington
• "True success isn’t measured by our achievements, but by our faithfulness to God." 
• "Give God your best, and trust Him with the rest." 
• "God delights in the work of your hands—especially when you invite Him into it." 
• "Boundaries with work aren’t just about stopping—they’re about making space for what matters most." 

✨ Why You’ll Love This Episode:

• If you feel burnt out or overwhelmed in your work, you’ll gain practical wisdom to set healthy boundaries.
• If you struggle with tying your identity to success, you’ll be reminded of God’s greater plan for your work.
• If you long for God’s favor and direction in your career, you’ll discover how to seek His guidance in every task.

🎧 Listen now and take the next step in committing your work to God!
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Do you feel like your worth is tied to how much you accomplish? In today’s high-performance culture, it’s easy to measure ourselves by our productivity. But the truth is, your value isn’t found in what you do—it’s rooted in who you are in Christ. In this episode, we explore the struggle of work-driven self-worth and perfectionism through the lens of Colossians 3:23-24. Discover how embracing your identity in Christ can free you from the need to prove yourself and how Sabbath rest helps shift your focus from performance to purpose.

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Habit of Hope
Your worth is not in what you do, but in who you are in Christ.

Key Takeaways

• When you tie your identity to work, it creates a cycle of striving, comparison, and burnout.
• Colossians 3:23-24 reminds us to work for the Lord, not for the approval of others.
• Sabbath rest is a practical way to surrender control and trust God with your work.
• Perfectionism is rooted in fear, but God's grace invites us to live from freedom, not performance.
• Embracing your identity in Christ allows you to work with purpose, not pressure.

"Your worth is in Christ, not in your productivity."
"When we work from our worth, not for our worth, we experience real freedom."

Why You’ll Love This Episode
If you’ve ever felt the pressure to prove yourself, this episode will encourage you to step out of the performance trap. You’ll gain biblical insights and practical steps to break free from work-driven self-worth and embrace God’s perspective.

Chapters

00:00 The Pressure to Prove Yourself

03:10 Finding Identity in Christ

06:00 The Balance of Work and Worth

11:59 Prioritizing Your Identity

18:07 Trusting God with Your Work

23:48 Embracing Limits as a Gift

Resources & Links

• Identity in Christ Verse List (Bible Study Tools)
• Scripture: Colossians 3:23-24, Romans 12:1, Proverbs 16:1-

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🎧 Episode Summary:
What if life’s hardest moments could become opportunities for faith and hope? In this inspiring episode, Ginger sits down with global mentor, author, and speaker Marnie Swedberg, whose journey through hurricanes, personal losses, and incredible triumphs will leave you feeling equipped and encouraged. Together, they explore how to develop practical habits of hope, rely on God during challenges big and small, and view life's obstacles as springboards for growth.

Marnie’s story is packed with wisdom, humor, and faith, offering actionable takeaways to help you thrive in every season of life.

Read the article version here: https://gingerharrington.com/turn-lifes-challenges-into-hope/

🔑 Key Takeaways:

• Why calling on “Jesus as your 911” is a powerful habit to develop in moments of crisis.
• The importance of starting your day spiritually full and living from the “top down.”
• How to trust God as a good Father, even if earthly relationships have left scars.
• Simple habits that transform daily frustrations into moments of peace and faith.
• How spiritual habits build resilience for life’s biggest storms.

🎙️ Why You’ll Love This Episode:
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by life’s challenges or struggled to find hope in hard times, this episode is for you. Marnie’s practical strategies and uplifting analogies will leave you inspired to approach every obstacle with faith and joy. From breath prayers to practical morning routines, you’ll walk away with tools to live fully and trust deeply.

📲 Resources & Links:

• Connect with Marnie Swedberg at Marnie.com
• Check out her book Flow Through Vessel: How to Master the Habit of Letting God Flow Through You
• Explore Marnie’s Virtual Summits for Women
• Song: Good, Good Father, by Chris Tomlin https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qlsQrycKKsY

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🎧 Episode Summary:
Stepping out of our comfort zones is never easy, but it’s often where the most growth happens. In this episode, we explore the mindset shift required to embrace discomfort as a path to transformation. 

Get the full show notes:https://gingerharrington.com/grow-spiritually-by-stepping-out-of-your-comfort-zone

✨ Habit of Hope: Be willing to step out of your comfort zone so you can grow.

We grow in faith when we trust God enough to step out of our comfort zones, embrace discomfort, and walk forward in obedience, knowing He is with us.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

• Choosing joy and having a positive mindset is a decision we can make.
• Growth and transformation happen when we embrace discomfort rather than avoid it.
• Seeking God’s guidance through prayer and trusting in His timing strengthens us.
• Small, manageable steps build confidence and momentum toward change.
• Trusting in God’s faithfulness allows us to persevere and find hope in difficult times.

📌 Memorable Quotes:
🗣️ Ginger: “When we keep avoiding uncomfortable situations, we may miss out on something—growth, blessings, or opportunities—because God is adding something to us in our discomfort.”
🗣️ Larissa: “I think we've all felt that way—when it comes to stepping into something new or taking a risk.”
🗣️ Ginger: “The growth and maturity that God works in our lives when we navigate difficult things with a good attitude—it’s not just for us. He also blesses others through the growth that happens in us.”
🗣️ Larissa: “Take small steps. Start with manageable actions to build confidence.”

🎙️ Why You’ll Love This Episode:

• You’ll gain practical encouragement to face challenges with a faith-filled mindset.
• You’ll be reminded that discomfort isn’t the enemy—it’s often the birthplace of transformation.
• You’ll hear personal stories and insights on how to trust God in the midst of uncertainty.
• You’ll be inspired to take small, faith-filled steps toward growth and change.

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• (07:50) How stepping into hard things deepens our understanding of Jesus.
• (15:47) Why recognizing and naming uncomfortable emotions is key to healing.
• (19:46) T

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🎧 In today’s solo episode, learn about hearing God’s voice—something that can feel difficult in the middle of life’s distractions. Using Habakkuk 2:1-2 as our guide, we’ll explore spiritual disciplines like journaling, scripture meditation, and creating space for God to speak. Whether you're in a dry season or just starting your spiritual growth journey, this episode offers hope and practical encouragement.

Get the full show notes here.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

• God often speaks when we practice patience and stillness.
• Distractions are real, but they can be overcome with small adjustments.
• Habakkuk 2:1-2 shows the importance of positioning ourselves to listen to God with focus and patience.
• Trusting God's process means showing up consistently, even when you don’t immediately hear from Him.
• Journaling your spiritual journey helps you see God's faithfulness over time.
• Spiritual growth is a journey with both dry and fruitful seasons, and both are valuable.

✨ Don’t Miss:

• My personal story of how God spoke to me when I was least expecting it.
• Practical steps to create your ‘guard post’ for spiritual attentiveness.
• Encouragement for those going through spiritually dry seasons.
• The simple prayer that can sharpen your spiritual ears.

📲 Resources & Links:

• Holy in the Moment: Simple Ways to Love God and Enjoy Your Life(affiliate link)
• Free Spiritual Growth Pack from The Deeper Life Collection for Ginger's email subscribers. Includes journal and listening prompts for hearing God more clearly.

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Forgiveness is a tough but transformative habit that opens the door to hope, healing, and freedom. In today’s episode of Habits of Hope, Ginger and Larissa explore what forgiveness is—and what it isn’t. You’ll hear personal stories, practical steps, and biblical insights centered around Colossians 3:13, all designed to help you let go of resentment and walk in spiritual freedom. If you’ve ever struggled with forgiveness or wondered how to take the next step, this episode is for you.

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Habit of Hope: Forgive as Christ forgave you. Let go of resentment and trust God with your pain and healing.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

• Forgiveness is not excusing the hurt or pretending it didn’t happen.
• Releasing bitterness is a decision, not a feeling.
• Personal stories illustrate the freedom that comes through forgiveness.
• Setting boundaries is crucial while still forgiving.
• Starting each day with a forgiving heart is part of spiritual preparation.
• Unforgiveness keeps us in bondage; forgiveness opens the path to healing and hope.

For a deeper breakdown of these takeaways, visit: 

🎙️ Why You’ll Love This Episode:

• You’ll gain practical steps to build the habit of forgiveness in your life.
• Personal stories bring real-life encouragement and hope.
• The conversation is honest, relatable, and filled with spiritual wisdom.
• You’ll walk away inspired to trust God with your healing and justice.

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📌 Memorable Quotes:

1. "Forgiveness sets you free and opens the door to hope." – Ginger Harrington
2. "Forgiveness is not about who deserves it—it’s about trusting God with justice." – Larissa Traquair
3. "You can r

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Relationships can be challenging, right? Misunderstandings, pride, and conflict can strain even our closest connections. But love isn't just a feeling—it's a habit we cultivate through daily choices rooted in scripture. 🌿 In this episode, Ginger and Larissa share five essential habits that can transform your relationships and help you reflect Christ’s love. These habits—humility, gentleness, patience, grace, and unity—are the keys to cultivating peace and emotional strength in all areas of life.

Whether you're navigating marriage, family, friendships, or work relationships, this conversation offers practical, faith-filled advice to strengthen those bonds.

🌟 Habit of Hope:
Choose grace over grievance. When people frustrate you, pause, pray, and extend grace. Let this habit guide your actions and reflect God's love.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

• Love is a set of habits, not just a feeling. Daily choices, not fleeting emotions, shape healthy relationships.
• Walk in humility: Value others by listening, learning, and being willing to admit when you’re wrong.
• Choose gentleness: Speak and act with kindness, protecting the other person's dignity in moments of tension.
• Cultivate patience: Pause before reacting. Endure frustrations with grace, trusting God’s timing and plan.
• Bear with one another’s faults: Manage expectations and give people the grace you hope to receive.
• Pursue unity and peace: Focus on reconciliation and teamwork, not winning arguments.

📌 Memorable Quotes:

• "Pause, pray, and extend grace. Grace over grievance is a habit of love." – Ginger
• "Conflict is like a knot. If we keep pulling, the knot tightens. But when we work together, we can untangle it." – Larissa
• "Gratitude shifts our focus from entitlement to appreciation." – Larissa

🎙️ Why You’ll Love This Episode:

• Discover practical, Bible-based habits that promote stronger, healthier relationships.
• Hear relatable stories of personal struggles and victories in practicing patience, gentleness, and humility.
• Learn how to de-escalate conflict and create space for grace in your closest connections.
• Be inspired by scripture, including Ephesians 4:2-3, Proverbs 15:1, and Colossians 3:13.

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Loving others sounds simple, but what happens when life and relationships become messy? In this heartfelt episode, Ginger and Larissa explore how to cultivate the habit of hope by letting Christ’s love flow through us. Drawing from John 13:34-35, they share practical tips to rely on God’s love rather than your own strength. Whether it’s pausing to pray, offering words of encouragement, or performing small acts of kindness, you'll discover how small, intentional habits can transform your relationships and deepen your faith. This is the first of a series on love.

Habit of Hope: Let Christ’s love flow through you with small, daily acts of care and encouragement.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

• Love is the ultimate mark of discipleship (John 13:34-35).
• Small acts of kindness and encouragement have a big impact on others.
• Pausing to pray before reacting helps you love others with patience and grace.
• Gratitude reduces criticism and helps you see others through God's eyes.
• Humility and putting others first build stronger, more compassionate relationships.

📌 Memorable Quotes from the Episode:

• "Loving people is no problem when they behave. It's when they don't that it takes a little more effort."
• "Live loved—when you know God’s love for you, you can love others well."
• "One small act of love can make a big difference in someone's day and remind them they are deeply loved by God."
•  "Even when life is busy, on-the-go care—a prayer, a kind word—can still have a huge impact."
• "When there's too much 'me' in the picture, it's hard to think of others as more important than yourself."

If you’ve ever struggled to love others during difficult seasons, this episode offers hope and practical guidance. Ginger and Larissa share relatable stories, scriptural insights, and actionable steps to help you cultivate relationships centered on God's unconditional love. Whether you're overwhelmed or feeling disconnected, this conversation will inspire you to live loved and love well.

✨ Don’t Miss:

• Ginger's humorous story about letting someone else have the "bigger piece" of dessert.
• Ginger’s personal reflection on humility and "too much me in the picture."
• The five-minute blessing challenge to encourage someone e

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What if even the smallest moments of your day could transform your faith and hope? In this insightful episode, Ginger and Larissa dive into the power of tiny, intentional habits to create spiritual growth and lasting hope. From habit stacking to celebrating small wins, they explore how being faithful in the little things can make a big difference. Inspired by Matthew 25:21, this episode offers practical tips, relatable stories, and encouraging truths to help you live with intention and deepen your walk with God.

Habit of Hope: Build new habits by pairing them with something you already do every day.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

• The power of starting small and building momentum through daily habits.
• Why habit stacking makes it easier to integrate spiritual practices into your life.
• How celebrating small wins can boost motivation and help habits stick.
• The importance of faithfulness in little things, as modeled in Matthew 25:21.
• How hopeful habits like gratitude, prayer, and scripture lead to transformation.

📌 Quotables:

• “Faithfulness in the small things leads to spiritual growth.” – Ginger
• “Tiny habits are the foundation, not the goal—they grow into bigger actions over time.” – Ginger
• “Celebrate every step, no matter how small—progress is a gift worth rejoicing over.” – Larissa
• “Daily faithfulness is an act of trust and worship.” – Ginger
• “Stack your habits, build your faith.” – Larissa

🎙️ Why You’ll Love This Episode:
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by big changes or unsure how to grow spiritually, this episode is for you. Ginger and Larissa share practical strategies to help you take small, manageable steps toward deepening your faith. From personal stories to scriptural truths, you’ll walk away inspired to start simple, stay consistent, and celebrate every step forward.

📲 Resources & Links:

• Explore BJ Fogg’s book Tiny Habits for more inspiration on starting small. (affiliate link)
• Scripture Reference: Matthew 25:21 – “Well done, good and faithful servant. You have been faithful over little; I will set you over much.”
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What if breaking free from sugar addiction could unlock a life filled with joy, health, and hope? In this powerful episode, author, speaker, and health coach Christine Trimpe joins us to share her incredible journey from sugar shackles to sugar freedom. 

With over 100 pounds lost and a new life gained, Christine’s story is one of faith, perseverance, and holistic healing. Discover how small habits, fueled by God’s strength, can lead to lasting transformation in your physical, emotional, and spiritual health.

Key Takeaways:

1. Breaking Free from Sugar Addiction
   Learn how sugar disrupts your hormones and how eliminating it step by step can improve your health and energy levels.
2. The Power of Faith-Based Healing
   Christine shares how her relationship with God transformed her life, giving her the strength to overcome years of yo-yo dieting and emotional shame.
3. Small Habits, Big Results
   Discover practical strategies like focusing on whole, God-given foods and improving sleep to jumpstart your health journey.
4. Healing Emotional and Spiritual Wounds
   Addressing emotional wounds and spiritual cravings is as vital as changing your diet for true, lasting freedom.
5. The Importance of Support
   Community and accountability play a critical role in breaking free from sugar addiction and staying on track with your goals.

Christine Trimpe is an author, speaker, health and wellness coach, and founder of the Sugar-Free Me Method. Christine’s latest book, Sugar-Free’d: Stop Losing the Weight Loss Battle, Start Gaining the Victory, shares her proven strategies for physical and spiritual transformation. (Affiliate link at no cost to you)

Ready to transform your health and life? Grab Christine Trimpe’s newest book, Sugar-Free’d: Stop Losing the Weight Loss Battle, Start Gaining the Victory, available now on Amazon. Dive into her faith-filled journey, gain practical tips, and start your own path to victory.

Enter to win a copy of Christine's book in the blog version of this interview: 
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