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EPISODE · Jan 2, 2026 · 48 MIN

It Is Good to Embrace the Journey of Goal Setting

from It Is Good Podcast · host Melody James and MariLyn Shively

It's good to set goals and involve God in the process.Faith precedes miracles in our goal setting.Course correction is a natural part of the journey.We can learn from the creation process in setting our goals.Being present and grateful is essential in our daily lives.Opposition helps us appreciate our achievements.Agency allows us to choose our paths and responsibilities.Consistency is key to achieving our goals.Involving God in our plans can lead to unexpected blessings.Learning from children can teach us resilience and perseverance.SummaryIn this conversation, MariLyn and Melody explore the themes of goal setting, faith, and the importance of involving God in our plans. They discuss the creation process as a model for setting and achieving goals, emphasizing the significance of being present, grateful, and resilient in the face of opposition. The discussion highlights the role of Jesus Christ in our lives and the necessity of course correction and consistency in our journeys. Ultimately, they encourage listeners to embrace the process of becoming and to recognize the goodness of God in their lives.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Podcast Journey02:24 New Year Reflections and Goal Setting04:05 The Creation and Goal Setting Connection07:10 Being Present in the Process10:13 Involving God in Goal Setting13:02 The Importance of Purpose in Goals16:06 Course Correction and Planned Responses18:49 The Role of Opposition in Growth25:34 The Power of Agency and Responsibility31:26 Faith Precedes Miracles38:56 Learning from Children: The Journey of Growth41:26 Embracing the Process of Goal SettingMentions in this Episode:⁠Ed Mylett⁠⁠Nobody by Casting Crowns⁠⁠Amber D Pearce⁠⁠Moses Chapters 2-4⁠⁠2nd Nephi 2:11-14⁠

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