<p>As the year winds down, how can we walk with purpose instead of slipping into survival mode? In this episode, we’ll take the long view and talk about preparing our hearts and homes for the season ahead.</p><p><br></p><p>Together we’ll walk through November, December, and the New Year with practical questions to help us cultivate gratitude, joy, and peace. From setting the tone in our homes to simplifying holiday plans to embracing God’s strength for each new step, we’ll explore how preparation shapes not just our calendars, but our hearts.</p><p><br></p><p>Here’s the truth: God has more for us than just getting through. He offers lasting peace, joy, and strength as we move forward with Him.</p><p><br></p><p>Grab a notebook, your favorite pen, and find a quiet spot to write. Let’s prepare for the days ahead. Faithfully, patiently, and with hope.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>JOIN BROOKE ON SUBSTACK</p><p><br></p><p><a href="https://brookewiegand.substack.com/p/patient-vs-proud" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Patient Vs. Proud</a></p><p><br></p><p>Questions Jesus Asked: A Series</p><p><a href="https://substack.com/home/post/p-170318036">https://substack.com/home/post/p-170318036</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>RESOURCES:</p><p><br></p><p>Ecclesiastes 7:8; 9:10; 10:10</p><p>Philippians 4:7-9</p><p>James 1:4</p><p>Proverbs 16:9</p><p><br></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Little-Pilgrims-Big-Journey-Illustrated/dp/198997502X/ref=sr_1_4?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.YhyB2rpUYxefmROebcqB05DZ3R3bXn6snOpwiWwDC8azhGK4G76eSkLxMPkJPjfwAbldeo_oRlQfiS01bpNFoe03y0uHqnGMMM2DeFo8rtwcwfw5uPub8CjXlGUVGejrnlq9yOFa6e7M5u5ubC6IMDYWyUlkm2TMej7ZyjIaUOJTja1GOkdiCCoVsZgvz2BL56OuE-IcZBzaPlrtavoqyRVe9jetzq56wK0ct7NYhsA.yId6wxw6LNgXISbQw7S2BWWmJDIxD-66KgiEhnHpD-k&dib_tag=se&hvadid=676936698699&hvdev=c&hvexpln=0&hvlocphy=9011677&hvnetw=g&hvocijid=4124907366540742440--&hvqmt=e&hvrand=4124907366540742440&hvtargid=kwd-2282248040767&hydadcr=22164_13517519&keywords=kids+pilgrim%27s+progress&mcid=82d5e15339e93c8da66e4c773768b88d&qid=1759096839&sr=8-4">Little Pilgrims Big Journey</a></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Little-Pilgrims-Big-Journey-Part/dp/1989975062/ref=pd_bxgy_thbs_d_sccl_1/139-9234318-1288765?pd_rd_w=1AsPM&content-id=amzn1.sym.dcf559c6-d374-405e-a13e-133e852d81e1&pf_rd_p=dcf559c6-d374-405e-a13e-133e852d81e1&pf_rd_r=GB9WAHZ65BP6PDG021DK&pd_rd_wg=Yi5Iz&pd_rd_r=847e6b9d-94fc-499d-9a55-ee8a148ab8c6&pd_rd_i=1989975062&psc=1">Little Pilgrims Big Journey: Part 2</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Brooke: </p><p><a href="https://www.brookewiegand.com/">https://www.brookewiegand.com</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/brooke.wiegand/"><u>Instagram</u></a></p><p><br></p><p>Podcast Cover Photography: Hello Jude Photography</p>