Did you know focusing on your future can change your present? Research has shown that thinking about the future can actually improve your mental health. It can reduce worry, increase hope, and refine your sense of purpose.

Well, that’s all true if we’re talking about your certain future—in Heaven. It’s focusing on your uncertain future that can have the opposite effect.

So today, you’re going to learn how thinking about your certain future, in Paradise, can make a huge difference in how you live today. I’ll give you three ways to become a biblical future thinker and practical strategies to fight the doldrums.

Sounds good, right? New year, new focus!

Get ready to lighten your load and become the future thinker God created you to be. Here we go…

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In my new Heaven Bible study, I try to depict the longing for Heaven—the ache for our forever home—using the motif of a blue flower. I call these moments that awaken your longing for Heaven, the ones that stir your spiritual senses and help you cast your gaze toward Heaven, “blue flower moments.”

So today on the 4:13, I’m going to share with you some of my blue flower moments using audio pictures to help you recognize those moments in your life!

Because God has placed a longing within your heart too, my friend. So, open your spiritual eyes, open your heart, and experience with me these blue flower moments.

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As we kick off this new year, we’re beginning with the end in mind! And to be clear, I’m talking about our ultimate end … in Heaven, which is our glorious unending.

We’re jumping all the way to Heaven because this is a very special day for me! Today is when my newest Bible study called Heaven: When Faith Becomes Sight releases. Woohoo!

But before we begin with the end in mind, let’s begin at the beginning of my attempt to write Heaven. I thought it would be fun for you to go behind the scenes of the writing process so you can see how the Lord carried me and this project along, and how—in the same sense—He carries you along too.

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On this episode of the 4:13, you’re going to get a little history and a whole lot of blessing because I’m going to sing a song over you as a blessing for your new year. But before I sing, you’ll get to learn about the fascinating history of St. Patrick.

Yep! Because although it may not be St. Patrick’s Day, what I’m going to sing is taken from the Hymn of St. Patrick. The lyrics are an inspiring expression of faith and reliance on God, and I believe that’s the BEST way to begin your new year.

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Merry Christmas, 4:13ers! Today, KC and I share some fun Christmas memories to brighten your day and lighten your load. You’ll enjoy these hilarious little snapshots into our youth that God used to form us into who we are today.

And—in keeping with our Christmas tradition—Michael O’Brien will sing a beautiful Christmas song over you to remind you of the peace and blessings we all get to experience this season.

So, as you’re shopping, wrapping gifts, or sitting back and relaxing with a cup of hot cocoa, may the Lord use this time to fill your cup (or mug) of faith to the very top.

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“The peace we long for begins with coming to the end of ourselves.” Those words are from today’s guest, Dr. Joel Muddamalle, and on today’s episode, he’ll explain how humility is the missing piece we’re looking for to find the security, strength, and confidence we all need.

He’ll help us understand biblical humility—what it is and what it’s not—by breaking down the theology of humility into bite-sized takeaways. Plus, he’ll clarify what it means to have a balanced self-awareness and explain how humility actually serves as an antidote to shame.

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Have you ever Googled “Christian book about _____” to find a book that will help you get through something you’re facing? Or maybe you’ve found yourself wishing you could just spill it with other women to help you with that thing you’re facing.

Well today, I’m hanging out with my friend Kendra from Proverbs 31 Ministries, and we’re getting honest about how women need each other and how joining together—even if it’s only online—can help us go and grow deeper in our faith.

So, pour your coffee and pull up a chair, and get ready to learn how to circle up with other women to grow deeper in your faith.

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On this BONUS episode of the 4:13, I’m sharing with you some of the stuff I love. It's just a few of my favorite things that will make your life easier and may even help with your last-minute Christmas shopping. Get the full list of all my faves in the show notes!

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