From a Life of Effort to a Life of Grace: Courtney Ballard :: [Episode 346]

From a Life of Effort to a Life of Grace: Courtney Ballard :: [Episode 346]

Today's episode wraps up our three-week "Religion to Relationship" series, and, once again, it focuses our eyes on the beauty of God's grace and how this gift plays a key role in our relationship with Him.

Courtney Ballard, from our Tupelo, Mississippi community, grew up as a pastor's kid, always aware of God and His existence, and working hard to be the "angel child" others expected her to be. However, this self-imposed title created a life pattern for Courtney of living for people and their applause, rather than living for God alone. She soon found herself at a crossroads—would she choose God's grace or her own efforts and good intentions? Listen and find out what the Lord revealed!

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VERSE OF THE WEEK:

"Without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him." Hebrews 11:6

CHALLENGE OF THE WEEK:

This week be self-aware of the intentions in your heart and ask - am I living out of God's grace or am I living for the applause of people?

Links:

Listen to this song by Lauren Daigle- Losing My Religion

Listen to a similar story: Courtney Doyle- Ep. 71: Removing the Masks

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