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EPISODE · Feb 17, 2025 · 44 MIN

Live With Intention: How to "Today" Your Life with Carol McLeod

from The Missional Life Podcast

What if every day was an opportunity to step into God’s purpose with joy and zeal? 🎉 Bestselling author Carol McLeod joins us to share the heart behind her latest book, Today is a Verb, and how living with biblical intention can transform our daily lives. She reveals how simple choices—like forgiving, smiling, and embracing joy—can change everything. Carol also opens up about overcoming deep struggles and how God's Word renovated her life. Don't miss this powerful conversation filled with wisdom, encouragement, and practical ways to make every day count! ✨ #LiveWithPurposeAbout the Guest:Carol McLeod is a bestselling author, dynamic speaker, and founder of Carol McLeod Ministries. With a heart for encouraging women, she teaches biblical truth infused with hope, humor, and practical application. Carol is also the host of the Significant Women podcast and has written numerous books, including her latest, Today is a Verb. Her passion is helping believers live joy-filled, purpose-driven lives through God’s Word.Reasons to Listen:1️⃣ Live with Biblical Intention – Carol shares how choosing small, daily actions rooted in scripture can transform your outlook and faith.2️⃣ Find Joy in Every Season – Learn how to embrace joy even in hardship and bring the atmosphere of heaven into your daily life.3️⃣ Practical Ways to Strengthen Your Faith – From forgiveness to gratitude, Carol provides actionable steps to help you live with zeal and purpose.Big Takeaways:1️⃣ Your Daily Choices Matter – The way you approach each day—through gratitude, forgiveness, and joy—determines the quality of your life.2️⃣ Joy is a Powerful Testimony – The world is watching how believers respond to challenges; choosing joy can draw others to Christ.3️⃣ God’s Word is a Life-Changer – Immersing yourself in Scripture can heal emotional wounds and renew your mind.4️⃣ Praise Shifts Your Perspective – Worship and gratitude help you move from discouragement to faith, even in hard times.5️⃣ Live with Zeal, Not Apathy – God calls us to embrace life with enthusiasm and purpose, making the most of every day.Missional Challenges:1️⃣ Step Out in Faith – Choose one action today that reflects biblical intentionality, whether it’s forgiving, encouraging, or simply smiling at a stranger.2️⃣ Encourage Someone’s Potential – Look for an opportunity to uplift someone in their faith journey through a kind word, prayer, or act of service.3️⃣ Make Praise Your First Response – The next time you face a challenge, turn to worship instead of worry and watch how it transforms your mindset.Chapters & Timestamps:⏳ 00:00 - Welcome & Introduction to Carol McLeod⏳ 03:30 - The Inspiration Behind Today is a Verb⏳ 07:15 - How God Renovated Carol’s Life Through Scripture⏳ 13:00 - Finding Joy in the Midst of Hardship⏳ 19:45 - The Power of Praise & Changing Your Perspective⏳ 25:10 - Balancing Today with Eternity⏳ 32:30 - Living with Zeal & Leaving a Legacy⏳ 41:00 - Carol’s “Ouch” Verbs & Personal Challenges⏳ 47:15 - How Listeners Can Apply This Message Today⏳ 50:30 - Where to Find Carol & Her ResourcesGuest Website & Social Media:🔗 Website: www.carolmcleodministries.com📱 Instagram: @carolmcleod📘 Facebook: Carol McLeod Ministries YouTube @CarolMcLeodMinistries________________________________________>>>CLICK HERE to get your FREE 31 DAY MISSIONAL DEVOTIONALand to learn more about 'The Missional Life' ministry<<<_______________________________________

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