16. Crushing the 'When I, Then I' Lie

We had such a great time recording this episode as it was something on both of our hearts.  We explore the “When I, Then I” lie.  We constantly travel through life believing the lies that only when we obtain our future goals then we will find our happiness. For example: When I get married, then I will be happy. When I have children, then I'll feel complete. When I get that new job or raise, then I'll be able to do what I truly want. Yet, we cannot find happiness and joy simply in waiting for the future and what is to come. We must find meaning in the 'right now.'  

When we live in the future, we are wishing away the moments that are set before us by Christ. He asks us to live in the present and to find the grace and beauty given to us at each moment of the day. This does not mean we can't find hope for the future or get excited about what is to come but it CANNOT steal our joy from living in the present. 

God is not a God of the past or the future, but instead He is a God of the present. He does not want us to live in the past or the future but to  find joy and peace in the moments for where He has us RIGHT NOW. 

"Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.  And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."
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I am convinced that God is on mission to restore and revive the beautiful vocation of motherhood right here and right now! Let's build up this community of catholic moms who are answering the call to this mighty work!

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