A Choice to Rejoice | Ep. 74 #LiveExceptionally

Live Exceptionally with Dr. Evonne

In this conversation, Dr. Evonne and Author Val Mitchell explore themes of contentment, ambition, and the challenges of modern life, particularly in relation to faith and personal growth. They discuss the importance of building connections, finding peace in disappointment, and understanding God's will and timing. The impact of self-perception and comparison with others is also addressed. Check out Val's and her books: Val Mitchell, [e-mail]; Books:

• "Prayer Works- Provoking God to Respond" https://shorturl.at/aEb7w
• "God, I'm Worried About My Son" http://www.worriedaboutmyson.com
• "The Prayers of the Righteous: 10 Prayers to Get God Moving" https://shorturl.at/KIx8b
• New Micro Course: 5-STEP FAMILY CONNECTION _ Turning Mealtimes into Lasting Family Connections https://val-mitchell-s-school.teachable.com/p/5-step-family-connection

🎁 COMPLIMENTARY GIFT

— Connect and receive a complimentary 30-day eDevotional book, "Reflections on Rest", at https://www.elici.org/reflections!

📚 AUTHOR

—"Can You Sleep Like This? In Rest of God": https://amzn.to/3wtkiXw

— "¿Puedes Dormir Así?: En el Descanso de Dios?: https://amzn.com/dp/1736311131/

🌎 LET'S CONNECT

— Website: https://www.elici.org

— Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elici_evonnethompson

— LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evonnethompson

#RestinGod #Elici #DrEvonne

Episode Moments:

00:00 Understanding Contentment from a Biblical Perspective

05:40 The Difference Between Contentment and Happiness

10:08 Striving vs. Contentment: Finding Balance

15:01 The Role of Patience and Timing in Contentment

19:14 Social Media, Comparison, and Contentment

23:33 Focusing on the One: The Power of Individual Impact