Episode 148: How to Grow In the Valley

There are many celebrations this time of year for awards, accomplishments and more. There are also many kids who have had hard seasons, hard years, and have not had the year or season they expected. They are in the valley. So much growth can happen in the valley if we allow it. Is someone you know in the valley right now? Let us notice them, celebrate them, and encourage them. It takes a lot to show up every day when life is hard. Tell them you see that. **Takeaway: **Pay attention to who is in a hard season this week. Challenge: Whoever is in the valley, take notice of them, and let them know that you see them showing up each day, and you celebrate their strength and resilience to get through their hard season. Remind them to stay close to God, and that it will pass.