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When the plan changes...
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Hey Reader! ๐ I have something exciting to share with you! This week, I celebrated the launch of When the Plan Changes: Trusting God's Story Over Our Own, a collaborative book I'm so grateful to be a contributing author in! ๐ My chapter, All the While, God Was Changing Me, shares some of what God taught me through a challenging season in my teaching journey, especially how He was working within me while I was praying for the circumstances around me to change. I'll be honest, this celebration looked different from what I originally envisioned. But I made the decision to go, and I'm so glad I did! One thing I realized afterward was that I didn't know how much I needed that day. It was a reminder to pause, enjoy the moment, and allow others to celebrate with me. And that's what I want to encourage you to do, too! Don't wait until everything is perfect or going according to plan to acknowledge the good things happening in your life. Whether it's a big milestone, a small victory, or simply recognizing how much you've grown, take a moment to celebrate. And don't be afraid to invite others to celebrate with you! ๐ Let's Celebrate Together: What's something you're celebrating or thanking God for right now? Hit reply and share! I would love to celebrate with you. ๐๏ธ Want to Hear More About Our Stories? During the book launch, I also had the opportunity to join two other contributing authors for a conversation on The Hope Story Podcast. We shared parts of our journeys and what God has been teaching us along the way. click here to listen to the podcast.โ I am still walking this journey with you. ๐ With love and encouragement, DโToya Dove |
DโToya Dove - The Transformational Teacher
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