286 - 3 Lessons from Charlie Kirk
Work and Play with Nancy Ray
Today I honor the life and death of my brother in Christ, Charlie Kirk. I also admit that I don’t always get it right on this podcast and platform and I share some Scripture and some resources that might help you if you’re confused about what people are saying and are searching for some truth. Resources from this episode: Affiliate links have been used in this post! I do receive a commission when you choose to purchase through these links, and that helps me keep this podcast up and running—I truly appreciate when you choose to use them!...
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285 - Proactive vs. Reactive
Work and Play with Nancy Ray
Today’s episode is all about how to be proactive versus being reactive. Resources from this episode: Affiliate links have been used in this post! I do receive a commission when you choose to purchase through these links, and that helps me keep this podcast up and running—I truly appreciate when you choose to use them!
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284 - Prepare Your Mind for Action
Work and Play with Nancy Ray
I was reading through 1 Peter the other morning and this verse just stuck out at me. 1 Peter 1:13 - “Therefore, prepare your minds for action. Be sober-minded and set your hope fully on the grace that will be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ.” Today’s episode is just me sharing a little bit of what I feel like the Lord has been teaching me lately, specifically about this verse and the importance of our minds. Resources from this episode: Affiliate links have been used in this post! I do receive a commission when you choose to purchase through these...
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283 - I Just Wish I Had a Bigger Kitchen with Kate Strickler
Work and Play with Nancy Ray
Today I got to sit down with my friend, Kate Strickler of , and talk all about some of our favorite things, recipes, practical things we love, but especially her new book, . We talk a lot about the theme of contentment, which you guys know is dear to my heart. I’m so excited for you to listen to our conversation today. Resources from this episode: Affiliate links have been used in this post! I do receive a commission when you choose to purchase through these links, and that helps me keep this podcast up and running—I truly appreciate when you...
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282 - Love Your Life with Rachel Awtrey
Work and Play with Nancy Ray
I met my friend Rachel at a retreat a little over a year ago and we were fast friends. She is a fellow podcaster and now an author. Today, I’m having her on the Work and Play podcast to talk all about her new book and some big sister advice that you are not going to want to miss. Resources from this episode: Affiliate links have been used in this post! I do receive a commission when you choose to purchase through these links, and that helps me keep this podcast up and running—I truly appreciate when you choose to use them!
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281 - Traveling with Kids : 3 Lists and All My Tips
Work and Play with Nancy Ray
Today’s episode is all about traveling with kids. We’ve been at this for a while and I’m so excited to share all of my tips + three lists that I cannot do without. Resources from this episode: Affiliate links have been used in this post! I do receive a commission when you choose to purchase through these links, and that helps me keep this podcast up and running—I truly appreciate when you choose to use them!
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280 - Two Roosters with Jared Plummer
Work and Play with Nancy Ray
Jared Plummer is the founder of Two Roosters Ice Cream, a popular and delicious ice cream shop with eight locations here in the Raleigh area that everyone is crazy about. They have their standard menu of favorites, but they also rotate their guest flavors every month. If you caught my last episode, you’ll know that their July flavors feature local podcasters and the Work and Play podcast is one of them. Today, you’re going to get to hear from Jared as we talk all about Two Roosters and what work and play looks like in his world. Resources from this episode: Affiliate links have...
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279 - Fun Summer Announcement!
Work and Play with Nancy Ray
Are you ready?! I don’t think you’re ready. This is such a fun summer announcement! Work and Play is officially an ice cream flavor! Today, I am bringing on some special guests to share all about how the Work and Play podcast has been turned into ice cream, literally. Resources from this episode: Affiliate links have been used in this post! I do receive a commission when you choose to purchase through these links, and that helps me keep this podcast up and running—I truly appreciate when you choose to use them!
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278 - The Summer of Less
Work and Play with Nancy Ray
This episode is all about my summer of less. Resources from this episode: Affiliate links have been used in this post! I do receive a commission when you choose to purchase through these links, and that helps me keep this podcast up and running—I truly appreciate when you choose to use them!
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277 - Simple Ways to Feel Closer to God
Work and Play with Nancy Ray
Today’s episode is all about simple ways to feel closer to God. Resources from this episode: Affiliate links have been used in this post! I do receive a commission when you choose to purchase through these links, and that helps me keep this podcast up and running—I truly appreciate when you choose to use them!
info_outlineReading books will forever be an important part of my life. It is something my dad has instilled in me. I will always be sharing the books that I’m loving and the books that I’m hoping to read on this podcast because I think it’s one of life’s greatest gifts. So today I am going to be sharing with you my favorite books that I read last year in 2024.
Resources from this episode:
Set the Stars Alight by Amanda Dykes
Made for People by Justin Whitmel Earley
The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon
The Unplugged Hours by Hannah Brencher
Women of the Word by Jen Wilkin
The Restoration Series by Terri Blackstock
How to Train Your Dragon Book Series
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