When life is hard or sad, it can feel like joy is out of reach. And when we’re in a really difficult season, the “overflowing joy” spoken of in Scripture can seem impossible to experience. But it’s not true, my friend! We can experience joy in any circumstance and experience it in full.

Today’s guest, author and Bible teacher Tara Dew, explains that if you’re willing to take Jesus up on His word, you’ll find that God’s pruning, God’s presence, and God’s commands have the power to deliver a ton of joy to your life.

As we look at Jesus’ instructions in John chapter 15, Tara will point out three surprising paths to a truly joy-filled life, as well as reveal the paths we often think lead us to joy but are actually dead ends.

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Get ready! You are coming with me to a Fresh Grounded Faith event where we’re hanging out with Ann Voskamp, Tammy Trent, and Michael O’Brien.

We’re talking about the importance of community, tips for memorizing Scripture, and how to stay on fire for God. Oh, and there’s even a special—and hilarious—call out to all the single ladies.

Then we tackle some heavy topics like what to do if you feel anger toward God, how to deal with others who lack empathy for your struggle, and where to turn if you feel like you just can’t go on.

I’m telling you—what’s shared around the bistro is so deep and wise! It will encourage your heart and lift your spirit, so pull up a chair and let’s spill some beans!

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Do you ever beat yourself up when how you feel doesn’t line up with how you think you should feel? You may be saying, “I shouldn’t feel this way” or “Why does this even bother me?”

Well, my friend, there's a reason you feel the way you feel, and those inner tensions don’t have to result in guilt, shame, or being frustrated with yourself.

Today on the 4:13, Dr. Alison Cook is back to help you walk through the conflicting thoughts and emotions that leave you confused and feeling defeated. She’ll show you how to name, tame, and transform those unruly thoughts so you don’t have to be stuck in them anymore, but instead experience emotional freedom.

Alison will help you identify false guilt and get rid of it, trade that mental chaos for curiosity, and break those cycles of defeat once and for all. It’s time to stop beating yourself up for the way you feel and say, “You know what? I do feel this way! And I am going to do something about it.”

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