Date: December 26, 2023
Podcast Show Notes: A few minutes with Debbie Dufek
Introduction: Welcome to another inspiring episode of The Women Behind the Words. Join us this week as we delve into the personal reflections of Debbie Dufek on the Christmas season and living intentionally for Jesus.
Segment 1: Christmas Reflections:
Debbie shares her personal thoughts and anecdotes on the Christmas season.
Exploring the idea of living deliberately for Jesus amid the...
Date: December 26, 2023
Podcast Show Notes: A few minutes with Debbie Dufek
Introduction: Welcome to another inspiring episode of The Women Behind the Words. Join us this week as we delve into the personal reflections of Debbie Dufek on the Christmas season and living intentionally for Jesus.
Segment 1: Christmas Reflections:
- Debbie shares her personal thoughts and anecdotes on the Christmas season.
- Exploring the idea of living deliberately for Jesus amid the holiday rush.
- Moving away from overwhelm and focusing on what matters to Him.
Segment 2: The Power of a Word:
- Debbie reveals her annual tradition of receiving a specific word for the New Year from the Lord.
- How this word becomes a guiding force framing her year ahead.
- Stories of the transformative impact of past words like focus, capable, and perseverance on her life.
Segment 3: Holy Spirit Guidance:
- Insights into the encounters Debbie has had with the Lord that accompany the yearly given words.
- The profound influence of these words on daily life, weaving into the fabric of each day.
- Giving credit to the Lord for the transformative work in and through her.
Segment 4: Encouragement for Others:
- Debbie encourages listeners to embrace the practice of receiving a word for the year from the Lord.
- Inspiring others to trust in the Lord’s guidance for a purposeful and impactful year ahead.
- Acknowledging the Lord's role in the outcomes achieved through each chosen word.
Segment 5: Living with Eternity in Mind:
- In closing, Debbie urges everyone to live with eternity in mind.
- How this perspective brings hope and peace in the midst of daily challenges.
- Navigating through life with a focus on the eternal impact of our choices.
Conclusion:
- A heartfelt conclusion, expressing gratitude for the Lord’s insights and encouragement in our lives with eternity in mind.
About the Guest (Bio): Debbie Dufek is an author, a conference and retreat speaker, an inspirational storyteller, a podcaster, a Bible study writer and teacher, and the founder and coordinator of The Mom’s Luncheon, a yearly all-day event that has remained a favorite day for 150+ women for 35 years.
Deb’s first book, Holy Interruptions: When God Taps You on the Shoulder, published by Bold Vision Books, Friendswood, Texas, released in 2022, is available on Amazon, Bold Vision Books, and @debbiedufek.com.
Her passion is encouraging others to live deliberately, living our days for what matters to Jesus. She believes every person’s story is significant and inspires others to share their stories with whoever the Lord brings their way. We are all part of a larger picture. Embracing God’s plans and purposes for our lives, Jesus will use our stories to change the course of history, which will affect the outcome of eternity one heart at a time.
Debbie resides in upstate New York with her husband, Bob, 2 pups, Benny, and Elsie, and 1 chubby kitten, Miloh, whole rules the pups and the house.
Their 7 children and spouses, 22 grandchildren, and 9 great grandchildren all are live nearby except 2 families–––one family in Chicago, and the other in Switzerland. When they’re all together it’s quite the party!
Book Spotlight: Holy Interruptions: When God Taps You on the Shoulder published by Bold Vision Books, October 2022
Connect with Debbie Dufek:
Social Media Caption: Facebook:debbieconedufek
Instagram:deb.dufek
Website: @debbiedufek.com
Email: deb@debbiedufek.com
Podcast: The Women Behind the Words
