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Throughout this episode, I share about how our family welcomed a foreign exchange student into our home, the joys and challenges of parenting, and the need to make active choices in life. One of the ways emphasizes the significance of listening to others and embracing change as part of personal growth, encouraging listeners to reflect on their own lives and the stories they carry.

After 229 episodes I am choosing to press pause on continuing The Parable Podcast. I have beel so blessed to take the time to reflect on the joy of connecting with guests and listeners. This decision to step back is giving me some bandwith, rest and ensuring that this podcast content remains genuine and authentic. I encourage you as a listener to evaluate your own life, consider what brings you joy, and make choices that align with your heart.

So I thank you so much for listening, for being a part of the Parable Podcast. It has been such a blessing to my life. I've grown in so many ways and I am grateful. And I will say goodbye for now, stay in touch. I don't know what will come in the future, but I do want you to know and remember that your parable story matters. And that is how God consistently works in your life to grow you, to shape you, to become more like Him. Thank you so much. I love you!

Takeaways

• Welcoming a foreign exchange student can enrich your life.
• Parenting involves making family decisions together.
• We often get caught up in the busyness of life.
• Making plans helps us prioritize what matters.
• Busyness can cut off our connection to God and others.
• Choosing not to replace activities but to create space is essential.
• Community and listening to others strengthen our relationships.
• Embracing change is a part of personal growth.

Reflection Questions

1. What are the hard parts? Is it time to press pause? Is it time to end something? Or maybe it's time to start. What would that be for you?
2. And encouragement to look at whatever you're doing, if you're trying to find space, make sure you are not replacing it. ;)

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Keywords: The Parable Podcast, family stories, foreign exchange student, parenting, busyness, community, change, active choices, listening, personal growth

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