Ruth and Troy sit down to conclude the final episode of the beyond striving mini-series and discuss how to implement striving in grace into everyday life.

Resources mentioned:
A Beautiful Unfolding by Ruth Chou Simons
When Strivings Cease by Ruth Chou Simons

Scripture referenced: Colossians 2

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How do we encourage growth in our kids without teaching them to strive for approval?

In this episode, Ruth and Troy share lessons learned from raising six boys and learning what it looks like to parent with grace, encouraging growth while pointing their children to the One who defines their worth.

Scripture referenced: 1 John 3

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Do you hold others to an impossible standard? Do you struggle to forgive others when they don't meet your expectations? In this episode, Ruth and Troy vulnerably share how their own standards and expectations have caused hurt and unforgiveness in their own marriage.

Resources mention: When Strivings Cease by Ruth Chou Simons

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What do you think of when you hear the word shame? Tune in to today’s episode where Ruth and Troy share a biblical perspective on shame and how we can healthy address it.

Resources mentioned:

When Strivings Cease by Ruth Chou Simons

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Join Ruth and her husband Troy as they reflect on the pressure to measure up and earn approval through achievement.

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In this episode, Ruth is joined by her husband, Troy as they reflects on the futility of striving for approval and trying to perfect ourselves.

Scripture Referenced:
Matthew 11
Matthew 3:13-17

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In this episode, Ruth shares how intentional questions can lead to meaningful conversations and deeper connection. She offers practical examples of questions that move beyond small talk and create opportunities to genuinely know and invest in the people around us.

Scripture referenced:

Proverbs 16:24

Proverbs 31:26

Resources mentioned:
This Moment Matters by Ruth Chou Simons

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Tune in to today’s episode where Ruth shares how you can shop your own home to cultivate a comforting and inviting haven.

Scripture referenced:
1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Resources mentioned:
This Moment Matters by Ruth Chou Simons

House Hushing by Myquillyn Smith

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