This episode was indeed a challenge, but sometimes we have to keep going for the sake of not giving in to the tears, frustrations, and cuss words that are on the tip of your tongue.

Lord willing, season 6 will wrap up next week. Can you believe it? Where has the year gone?

Listen to the Perry's Podcast here with Matt Chandler! Don't forget to listen to part 2 as well.

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This week's episode is full of heart, humor, and hope as we talk about the changing seasons of life and parenting. From graduation emotions and advice for senior mamas, to small-town festivals (hello, West TN Strawberry Festival 🍓) and a stop at San Antonio Taco Company, we cover the fun and meaningful moments that make up everyday life.

We also discuss why childlike play can be healing for our nervous systems, how our desire to control often comes from fear, and why trusting God with the next season brings peace.

We share summer reading recommendations, spiritual lessons from transitions, and the reminder that joy is sacred because of Christ. No matter your circumstances, real joy is available through the Holy Spirit.

Summer reading list:

1. A Long Obedience in the Same Direction by Eugene Peterson
2. The Cost of Discipleship by Dietrich Bonhoeffer
3. The Correspondent by Virginia Evans
4. Over Yonder by Sean Dietrich aka "Sean of the South"
5. My Friends by Frederick Bachman

May Memory Verse: Ecclesiastes 3:1 "For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven."

If you're navigating change, holding on too tightly, or needing encouragement for what's next, this episode is for you.

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This week's episode is equal parts celebration and reflection. We're recapping Angela's "50 & Fabulous" birthday weekend in Franklin full of fun, laughter, and meaningful moments with the people she loves most.

But beyond the celebration, this milestone sparked some honest questions we're all invited to consider in any new season:

• What do I want to carry forward?
• What am I ready to leave behind?
• How do I want to show up for the people who matter most?

We talk about releasing expectations, embracing presence, and learning to celebrate the "little things" that make up a meaningful life. Because sometimes the biggest shifts don't come from major life changes, but from seeing our everyday lives with fresh eyes.

Each episode is recorded on the campus of Union University! If you have a student looking at colleges, schedule a visit and let us know you are coming.

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