EPISODE · Dec 19, 2025 · 17 MIN
Christmas as New Beginnings: Rediscovering the Gift of Jesus
from Designed to Win : Ripple to Wave · host Dara Leighju
In this episode of Design to Win, host Dara reflects on the true meaning of Christmas—the birth of Jesus, the promise of new beginnings, and the call to be born again. She explores the symbolism of the wise men’s gifts and how they point to worship, sacrifice, and Jesus’ role as king and priest. Dara invites listeners to slow down, give from a place of gratitude, and carry the spirit of Christmas—generosity, presence, and hope—beyond December 25th into the new year. growing up in a troubled home, battling food addiction, and finding lasting recovery through faith. April discusses how Bible study, scripture memorization, and supportive ministries helped her maintain sobriety from binge eating for decades and live out God’s calling. She explains practical tools she uses—daily scripture, a personalized food plan, accountability in community, and Bible memory ministries—along with encouragement for listeners seeking freedom from addictions through the Word of God. Here is April Information she shared if you are interested in following up with Bible Memory. BibleforFood.Org [email protected] In this episode of Design to Win, the host reflects on Thanksgiving as more than a holiday—rooted in biblical community and the practice of gratitude from Eden through Jesus' meals. She shares personal stories, practical ideas like keeping a gratitude board, and offers a prayer encouraging listeners to find and give thanks even in difficult seasons. #DesignedToWin #ChristianPodcast #FaithBased #PurposeDriven #GodsPlan #IdentityInChrist #InfluenceWithPurpose #ChristianEncouragement #FaithOverFear #SpeakLife#PodcastLife #InspirationDaily #ChristianMotivation #ChristianLiving #MindsetShift #MentalHealthAndFaith #SpiritualGrowth #KingdomLiving #JesusFollower #WalkWithGod#ADHDSupport #DyslexiaAwareness #AutismAwareness #ExecutiveFunction #LearningDifferences #NeurodiversityAndFaith #SpecialEducationAdvocacy #504Plan #IEPJourney #FaithAndNeurodiversity#ChristianParents #MomsOfTeens #ParentingYoungAdults #CollegeStudents #TeenSupport #ChristianYouth #NextGenMinistry #YouthMentalHealth #FamilyFaith #StrongFamilies# food Addiction#anorexia#Bulimia
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In this Christmas episode of Designed to Win, Dara reflects on the true meaning of Christmas beyond traditions and commercialization, focusing on the birth of Jesus as a celebration of new beginnings. She explores the significance of the gifts brought by the wise men—gold, frankincense, and myrrh—and what they represent for us today. This episode invites listeners to slow down, reflect, and carry the heart of Christmas into everyday life through gratitude, generosity, and faith.
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