A Life of Simple Joy

God specifically chose young Mary to be the mother of His Son putting her in grave danger. Yet she accepted this call without question. Today's verse: Luke 1:26-38   For more advent lessons or Christmas tips & ideas, please visit: lifeofsimplejy.com

The Holidays are stressful for women. We have to add all the extra tasks to our already busy lives. This year, take time to reduce your stress by enjoying a daily Advent devotion. Today is the first Sunday in Advent & Jean Ann Duckworth begins her series Fear Not! Jean Ann shares the message the angels brought to us in the birth story that we need no longer fear because Jesus brings us hope & faith. In this lesson, Jean Ann shares the story of Zechariah who was afraid he was too old to ever have children.  Today's verse: Luke 1:5-25

The Holidays are stressful for women. We have to add all the extra tasks to our already busy lives. This year, take time to reduce your stress by enjoying a daily Advent devotion. Today is the first Sunday in Advent & Jean Ann Duckworth begins her series Fear Not! Jean Ann shares the message the angels brought to us in the birth story that we need no longer fear because Jesus brings us hope & faith. In this lesson, Jean Ann shares the story of Zechariah who was afraid he was too old to ever have children.  Today's verse: Luke 1:5-25

Once the party begins, you need to join the fun. Jean Ann shares 2 simple rules to help you: Attend your own party; It's all about the guests. By preparing well, you can relax & enjoy the celebration. Jean Ann, using the 3 Rules of Simple Joy, helps you discover ways to plan your event without the stress & then celebrate with your guests. This Holiday season, put the joy into your events & life with Simple Joy.    Links Simple Joy Life of Simple Joy Grace Space Contact

Entertaining can be stressful, especially during the Holidays, This year, reduce the stress of Holiday entertaining when you follow 4 simple steps. Jean Ann has 4 ways to to put the joy back into your parties. Follow these steps to make your events a Simple JOy.   Links Simple Joy Life of Simple Joy Grace Space Contact

Entertaining can be stressful, especially during the Holidays, This year, reduce the stress of Holiday entertaining when you follow 4 simple steps. Jean Ann has 4 ways to to put the joy back into your parties. Follow these steps to make your events a Simple Joy.   Links Simple Joy Life of Simple Joy Grace Space Contact

In this episode, Jean Ann Duckworth discusses the impact relationships have on the lives of women You have probably limited in-person contact with friends, leaving you feeling alone & depressed. Time to renew in-person contact, even in small numbers as the Holidays approach. Jean Ann explains how relationships have such an affect on women & why we need to build strong & diverse networks. Jean Ann shares 3 ways relationships help us: Strong self image;Strong self confidence;Diverse world view. Join Jean Ann as she helps you reawaken the joy in your life when you have a Life of Simple Joy.   Links Simple Joy Life of Simple Joy Grace Space Contact

Passage: Luke 10:38-42 Verse: “But the Lord said to her, “My dear Martha, you are worried and upset over all these details! There is only one thing worth being concerned about. Mary has discovered it, and it will not be taken away from her.””  Luke‬ ‭10:41-42‬ ‭NLT‬‬   Martha was worried & upset as she struggled to prepare dinner for her guests. Her sister, Mary sat visiting with the guests rather than helping Martha as she should. When Martha asked Jesus to tell her sister to help her, Jesus' reply caused a change that we need to remember today. The 3 points from this lesson: Martha was doing what she should; Mary was doing what she needed; Jesus invited both to join Him.   Links: Simple Joy Life of Siimple Joy Grace Space Contact

In this episode, Jean Ann Duckworth discusses the third step to begin A Life of Simple Joy: Take Care of Yourself. You are so busy taking care of everyone else, you neglect yourself. ENOUGH! Time for some practicals selfishness. You can't care for other until you care for yourself. I know you're busy so you should focus on 3 key areas: Mind;Body;Spirit. Join Jean Ann as she helps you reawaken the joy in your life when you have a Life of Simple Joy.   Links Simple Joy Life of Simple Joy Grace Space Contact

In this episode, Jean Ann Duckworth discusses the first step to begin A Life of Simple Joy: M*I*S*S: Make It Simple, Sweetie. As hard as it may seem, you begin by choosing something that cause you stess, then simply ask yourself 3 questions: Does it need to be done at all?What about it specifically causes me stress?Is there an easier way to do it? Join Jean Ann as she helps you reawaken the joy in your life when you have a Life of Simple Joy.   Links Simple Joy Life of Simple Joy Grace Space Contact  

In this episode, Jean Ann Duckworth discusses the second step to begin A Life of Simple Joy: Ask for Help The world is not going to end if you admit you need help. Time to stop trying to do it all yourself & enlist the help if others. First, you must learn the proper way to ask then you need to follow 3 steps: Make a list:Make a decision;Make someone else do it! Join Jean Ann as she helps you reawaken the joy in your life when you have a Life of Simple Joy.   Links Simple Joy Life of Simple Joy Grace Space Contact

Stress is a dominant part of your life. This impacts areas of your life you never realized. Stress overwhelms your mind, body, & spirit. Life is simply stressful, you think. How am I supposed to fix this? A Life of Simple Joy offers you ways to recognize the causes of your stess & simple ways you can gain control & reduce it. In this episode, Jean Ann explains the hidden impact stress has on your life & discusses why this is important. She then offers hope with 3 simple steps you can take to help you decrease stress & increase joy in your life. LInks Simple Joy Life of Simple Joy Grace Space

Passage: Matthew 6:25-33 Verse: ““That is why I tell you not to worry about everyday life—whether you have enough food and drink, or enough clothes to wear. Isn’t life more than food, and your body more than clothing?”  Matthew‬ ‭6:25‬ ‭NLT‬‬   Stress is a part of our lives as women & stress causes worry. We worry about so many things & are unable to focus on the important things God is calling us to accomplish. It was the same in Jesus' day & He wanted to reassure people that their Father would see to their needs, enabling them to do Kingdom work, God's work. It's the same today. Jesus wants us to know our Father is taking care of our needs so we can focus on Hiis work, whatever it may be. The 3 points from this lesson: God cares for all living things; God wants to see to all our daily needs; This allows us to fix us on God''s plan for our life.   Links: Simple Joy Life of Siimple Joy Grace Space Contact

Thanksgiving can be incredibly stressful. So much to do & very litle time in which to do it, no matter how late it is in the month. You can take much of the stress out of the season when you avoid these 12 No-no's for Thanksgiving. In this series, Jean Ann points out some of the things we do that create our stress, then offers ways to make the Holiday more joyful. In this episode, Jean Ann reminds you it's not Thanksgiving without gratitude.

Thanksgiving can be incredibly stressful. So much to do & very litle time in which to do it, no matter how late it is in the month. You can take much of the stress out of the season when you avoid these 12 No-no's for Thanksgiving. In this series, Jean Ann points out some of the things we do that create our stress, then offers ways to make the Holiday more joyful. In this episode, Jean Ann warns you about biting off more than you can chew.

Thanksgiving can be incredibly stressful. So much to do & very litle time in which to do it, no matter how late it is in the month. You can take much of the stress out of the season when you avoid these 12 No-no's for Thanksgiving. In this series, Jean Ann points out some of the things we do that create our stress, then offers ways to make the Holiday more joyful. In this episode, Jean Ann explains why your shopping lists are so very important & why your must ALWAYS have them with you.

Thanksgiving can be incredibly stressful. So much to do & very litle time in which to do it, no matter how late it is in the month. You can take much of the stress out of the season when you avoid these 12 No-no's for Thanksgiving. In this series, Jean Ann points out some of the things we do that create our stress, then offers ways to make the Holiday more joyful. In this episode, Jean Ann offers ways to avoid stress by creating a schedule for Thanksgiving prep.

Paul offered encouragement to the members of the church in Rome who were going through difficult times. Paul's words offer us encouragement today as we struggle through these difficult times, reminding us of the blessings given us by Christ.

Times are tough yet the Lord encourages us to push on with endurance the race God has set before us. Jean Ann offers you hope as you continue to run.

The dust & dirt of the world prevents my glassware from reflecting the light. In the same way, the dust & dirt of the world affects my heart & prevents my spirit from shining through.