Courageous Retirement: Fulfillment Beyond the Workplace

Vona Johnson
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Courageous Retirement: Fulfillment Beyond the Workplace

Whether you're already retired, on the brink of retirement, or simply curious about the future, join us on this journey in Courageous Retirement: Finding Fulfillment Beyond the Workplace. Through insightful conversations, stories of courage and resilience, and practical wisdom rooted in biblical truth, Courageous Retirement will empower you to see this best season of life not as an end but as a beginning—a chance to boldly make a difference in a world that shuns God's truth. Join us and discover how to find fulfillment beyond the workplace and embrace a new chapter of purpose and impact.   Our host, Christian Retirement Coach Vona Johnson, is not just an author, speaker, and leader in her community. She is also a fellow retiree, sharing her personal journey and the wisdom she's gained along the way. Together with her guests, they illuminate how life becomes richer when you engage your faith, live out your true purpose, and leave a legacy of faith. Courageous Retirement will inspire you to Live Your More!You can find Courageous Retirement on YouTube, too! https://www.youtube.com/@vonajohnson/podcasts

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  2. OCT 24

    13. When Busyness Catches Up: Choosing What Matters Most

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    10 min

  3. OCT 10

    12. A Different View: Loving Better As Christians

    Join host Vona Johnson in this podcast episode as she explores how God reveals fresh perspectives to enhance understanding and love for others, especially in challenging moral and ethical discussions. As Christians, we understand the importance of empathy in conversations, but we can do better. We can love better. Vona shares personal experiences from attending her state Right to Life Conference and offers insights on loving others while adhering to biblical truths, all rooted in the pow...

    22 min
  4. 11. What's On Your Bucket List?

    SEP 26

    11. What's On Your Bucket List?

    Join me on a journey to Yellowstone National Park as I check off a long-held bucket list item. Discover the unexpected lessons and insights I learned along the way. From the stunning beauty of Bear Tooth Highway to the awe-inspiring geysers, canyons, and waterfalls, this trip was not just a sightseeing adventure but a spiritual journey filled with meaningful reflections and parallels to our faith lives. Learn how listening to experienced travelers, being flexible, and using guides c...

    19 min

  5. SEP 12

    10. An Unexpected Journey: Extreme Obedience with Andi Pigott Martin

    Andy Pigott Martin shares her incredible journey of unwavering faith and surrender to God in this episode of Courageous Retirement. Andy's story is filled with remarkable examples of following divine nudges that led her on unexpected and transformative adventures. From selling everything she owned to embarking on a cross-country trip, Andy exemplifies what it means to trust God completely. Discover how Andy's journey of obedience has brought her peace, fulfillment, and opportunities to shine ...

    47 min

  6. AUG 29

    9. What's Retirement Worth?

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    20 min

  7. AUG 15

    8. Listen for God's Timing as You Retire–Tracy Warren's Story

    In this episode, Tracy shares her inspiring journey of waiting too long to retire, the struggles she faced, the role of faith in her transition, and crucial advice for listeners. Discover how stepping away from a toxic job environment, caring for her elderly mom, and finding new purpose through a nonprofit led her to this fulfilling chapter of life–an unexpected retirement. Tracy's story emphasizes the importance of listening to God, embracing change, and pursuing a life of purpose and advent...

    28 min

  8. AUG 1

    7. Making Room for God in Retirement: A Conversation with Dana Lyons

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    36 min
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Whether you're already retired, on the brink of retirement, or simply curious about the future, join us on this journey in Courageous Retirement: Finding Fulfillment Beyond the Workplace. Through insightful conversations, stories of courage and resilience, and practical wisdom rooted in biblical truth, Courageous Retirement will empower you to see this best season of life not as an end but as a beginning—a chance to boldly make a difference in a world that shuns God's truth. Join us and discover how to find fulfillment beyond the workplace and embrace a new chapter of purpose and impact.   Our host, Christian Retirement Coach Vona Johnson, is not just an author, speaker, and leader in her community. She is also a fellow retiree, sharing her personal journey and the wisdom she's gained along the way. Together with her guests, they illuminate how life becomes richer when you engage your faith, live out your true purpose, and leave a legacy of faith. Courageous Retirement will inspire you to Live Your More!You can find Courageous Retirement on YouTube, too! https://www.youtube.com/@vonajohnson/podcasts

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