The Pace of Grace with Kim Avery

Latest Episodes:

The Myth of Being Behind: God's Greater Grace Apr 08, 2025

Show notes

It's a terrible feeling—that sense that you're falling behind while everyone else is moving forward. A friend lands their dream job while you're still figuring things out. Someone gets married while you're still waiting for a date. A colleague expands their reach while you feel like you're standing still.

The longer the delay, the louder the inner voice whispers, "You should be further along by now." And with that comes the restlessness, the self-doubt, the temptation to force something just to feel like you're making progress.

But what if that feeling is lying to you? What if God's pace for your life is not only different—but better?

By listening, you'll:

✔ Identify the "I'm behind" mindset and how it sneaks into your thinking. ✔ Recognize the telltale signs—impatience, envy, striving, or self-doubt—that come with it. ✔ Learn to release self-imposed deadlines and false comparisons. ✔ Discover how delays can be signs of God's greater grace. ✔ Find courage to trust God's pace—even when it doesn't make sense. ✔ Learn to rest in His perfect plan, knowing you are never behind.

If you've ever felt stuck in the waiting room of life, wondering if God has forgotten you, this episode will remind you of a deeper truth: You are not behind. God is always on time.

💡Today's Big Idea: You are not behind. God is always on time.

⚡️Today's Small Step: Make this into a breath prayer, and practice it throughout each day, so it becomes an anchor place and pace you can return to again and again. Breathe in: I am not behind. Breathe out: God is always on time.

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LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE:

🎧 God's Greater Grace Podcast Series: Invitation to God's Greater Grace, The Pitfalls of People Pleasing , When Hurry Hurts

🌿The Pace of Grace Community 🌿

Slow down. Breathe deep. Grow in grace.

Join a community of like-minded believers who are committed to living and working at God's pace—without the hustle, hurry, or overwhelm. Inside, you'll find encouragement, practical tools, and a sacred space to pause, reflect, and realign with what matters most.

✨ Monthly live gatherings ✨ Prayer, support, and connection ✨ Simple practices to nurture your soul

No long-term commitment—just a gentle invitation to step into a rhythm of grace. Join today for only $10/month! [www.paceofgrace.com/community]

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Does This REALLY Matter? Mar 11, 2025

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We all have moments of doubt—wondering if the work we're pouring our hearts into actually matters. Whether it's raising kids, serving others, writing, creating, or simply showing up every day, the question sneaks in: Does this make a difference? Even J.R.R. Tolkien wrestled with this, fearing his work would never be completed or, worse, that no one would care.

But what if our perspective is too small? What if the tiny, unseen efforts—the simple tasks we do in what feels like obscurity—are actually part of something far greater than we can imagine? In this episode, we'll explore the deeper truth that gives meaning to our work and our worth, no matter how unfinished or unnoticed it may seem.

Listen in to learn:

Why small, faithful acts matter more than we think
How Tolkien's Leaf by Niggle offers an eternal perspective on our work
What Jesus says about your worth—even when no one is watching

💡Today's Big Idea: Your work matters—even one small leaf can be part of God's masterpiece.

⚡️Today's Small Step: Take one small, faithful step today.

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LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE:

🌿The Pace of Grace Community 🌿

Slow down. Breathe deep. Grow in grace.

✨ Monthly live gatherings ✨ Prayer, support, and connection ✨ Simple practices to nurture your soul

No long-term commitment—just a gentle invitation to step into a rhythm of grace. Join today for only $10/month! [www.paceofgrace.com/community]

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What Are We Missing? A Journey to Noticing God in the Everyday Mar 04, 2025

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Have you ever felt like you're so focused on your tasks, your plans, and your to-do list that you might be missing something important—something right in front of you? It's easy to get caught up in the urgent and overlook the extraordinary ways God is moving in our daily lives. But what if we could train our hearts to see Him more clearly?

In this episode, we're unpacking the phenomenon of "inattentional blindness" and how it applies to our spiritual lives. With insights from neuroscience, Scripture, and practical wisdom from the Pace of Grace community, we'll explore simple ways to shift our focus and develop daily habits that help us notice God's presence in the ordinary moments of life.

Listen in to learn:

How "inattentional blindness" affects your ability to see God at work
Five simple practices to help you notice and enjoy His presence daily
Why small shifts in awareness can make a big impact on your faith journey

💡Today's Big Idea: God is always with us, and we can train our hearts to notice Him.

⚡️Today's Small Step: Choose one simple practice you'll implement today to notice the God who is always with you.

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Podcast Episode: Grace Breaks In Our Busy Lives

Book: The Prayer Powered Entrepreneur by Kim Avery

🌿The Pace of Grace Community 🌿

Slow down. Breathe deep. Grow in grace.

✨ Monthly live gatherings ✨ Prayer, support, and connection ✨ Simple practices to nurture your soul

No long-term commitment—just a gentle invitation to step into a rhythm of grace. Join today for only $10/month! [www.paceofgrace.com/community]

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Overcoming Calendar Chaos: Spiritual Practices Series Feb 25, 2025

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Have you ever glanced at your schedule and thought, "I've got plenty of time," only to find yourself sprinting to keep up a few weeks later? Commitments that once seemed small and manageable have a way creeping up faster than we expect. Before we know it, we're in survival mode, trying to outrun the chaos instead of moving forward with intention and peace.

In this episode, we're pausing to take a different approach. What if, instead of scrambling to fit everything in, we started each month with a simple but powerful practice—meeting with God to align our plans with His? This isn't about adding more to your plate; it's about clearing the clutter, discerning what truly matters, and walking into each month with confidence in His pace and provision.

Listen in to learn:

A simple, five-step framework to bring clarity and peace to your schedule
How a Monthly Prayer and Planning Meeting with God can transform your time
The freeing power of asking, "What can I stop doing (for now)?"

💡Today's Big Idea: Begin each month with God, so his grace sets the pace.

⚡️Today's Small Step: Set aside 45 minutes for your first Monthly Prayer and Planning Meeting with God.

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🗓️ Monthly Prayer & Planning Meeting with God: 5 Questions 1. Start with Your Word (or Theme) of the Year

2. Assess Current Commitments

3. Where is God Already Working and how is He calling you to join Him?

4. What Are the First Steps?

5. What Can I Stop Doing (for now)?

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Podcast Episode: Can't Keep Up? Here's Good News

🌿The Pace of Grace Community 🌿

Slow down. Breathe deep. Grow in grace.

✨ Monthly live gatherings ✨ Prayer, support, and connection ✨ Simple practices to nurture your soul

No long-term commitment—just a gentle invitation to step into a rhythm of grace. Join today for only $10/month! [www.paceofgrace.com/community]

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God, Do You See Me? Feb 18, 2025

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"Daddy, do you see me," that cry from an eight-year-old girl standing on stage is the cry of all our hearts. We long to be seen, known, and fully loved. It's why we search the room for a familiar face, why we crave recognition, why being overlooked stings so deeply. But what if the One we're truly looking for has never taken His eyes off us?

In this episode, we'll explore how our longing to be seen is woven into the fabric of our souls—and how God, El Roi, the God Who Sees, is already answering that ache. Drawing from Scripture, personal experiences, and the insights of Dr. Curt Thompson, we'll uncover practical ways to move this truth from our heads to our hearts.

Listen in to learn:

Why feeling unseen can lead to striving, avoiding, or disconnecting from God
Three simple practices to cultivate a deeper awareness of God's loving gaze
How community helps us experience the truth that God sees us

💡Today's Big Idea: God Sees You.

⚡️Today's Small Step: Pick one of these three practices and start with it. Let it be a reminder of His unwavering gaze of love.

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LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE:

Curt Thompson Books

Practice the Presence of God: 50+ Way to Enjoy God All Day

🌿The Pace of Grace Community 🌿

Slow down. Breathe deep. Grow in grace.

✨ Monthly live gatherings ✨ Prayer, support, and connection ✨ Simple practices to nurture your soul

No long-term commitment—just a gentle invitation to step into a rhythm of grace. Join today for only $10/month! [www.paceofgrace.com/community]

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Grace Breaks in Our Busy Lives Feb 11, 2025

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Ever feel like life's staircase is just too steep?

You're climbing step after step, carrying the weight of responsibilities, and there's no landing in sight. Elijah felt that way too—burnt out, overwhelmed, and ready to quit. God didn't respond with a lecture or a to-do list. Instead, He offered Elijah what he needed most: rest, renewal, and reconnection. What if we could follow that same rhythm of grace in our daily lives?

Tune in to discover:

Three common responses to accumulated stress—and the one that leads to lasting renewal.
Simple "Grace Breaks" to refresh your body, calm your mind, and draw closer to God in under five minutes.
Practical steps to slow down and reconnect with God, even in the busiest seasons of life.

Don't just survive the stress—find the rest your soul craves. You'll leave encouraged and equipped to face life's challenges with grace.

💡Today's Big Idea: God's invitation is always to a deeper connection with Him.

⚡️Today's Small Step: Download your free copy of Grace Breaks in Your Busy Day at www.paceofgrace.com/free

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LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE:

Grace Breaks: 50 Ways to Connect With God in Your Busy Day

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When Serving Becomes Stressful Feb 04, 2025

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In this busy world, the needs around us are endless, and our hearts are eager to serve. But when life moves at breakneck speed, our bodies and brains pay the price. Neuroscience reveals what happens when we push through exhaustion: our stress becomes contagious, empathy fades, and decision-making suffers—not just for us, but for those we're trying to help.

In today's episode, we'll uncover:

How stress impacts your brain, body, and relationships in ways you might not realize.
Why serving from an empty cup ultimately harms those we're called to love.
A simple mindset shift to help you pause, replenish, and serve more effectively.

Let's rethink what it means to pour out in love, starting with the grace to refill.

💡Today's Big Idea: We serve best from a full cup.

⚡️Today's Small Step: Picture your life as a glass cup; how full is it right now? There's no wrong answer. Lift that picture to Jesus in prayer and talk to Him about it.

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LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE:

Grace Breaks: 50 Ways to Connect With God in Your Busy Day

I Love Lucy: Candy Factory

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When Hurry Hurts: God's Greater Grace Jan 28, 2025

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Why are we always in such a hurry?

It's a question that stopped me in my tracks one day when my daughter asked, "Why?" in response to my go-to phrase, "Hurry up!" Why, indeed? What is all this rushing really costing us? In this episode, we'll explore the hidden toll hurry takes on our lives, relationships, and connection with God—and how we can trade hurry for His pace of grace.

You'll discover:

How hurry undermines love in our relationships.
Five practical steps to recognize, release, and replace hurry with trust.
The surprising freedom and joy that come when we let God set the pace.

Take a deep breath, slow down, and join us for a fresh perspective on living life differently. Your soul—and your relationships—will thank you.

💡Today's Big Idea: Hurry and love don't make a good pair. And love is always the goal.

⚡️Today's Small Step: Take a moment to ask God to show you one way you're trying to solve your problems through hurry. Then, ask Him for His greater grace to slow down and trust Him instead.

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The Journey Starts Here Jan 21, 2025

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What if the key to reaching your God-given dreams lies in the journey rather than the destination? In this episode, we explore what it takes to stay faithful and hopeful, even when the road ahead seems long and winding. Through personal stories, biblical wisdom, and neuroscience insights, we'll uncover how God equips us to move forward, no matter how daunting the path may feel.

Drawing inspiration from Nehemiah's journey of rebuilding Jerusalem and my dad's risk-filled adventure in starting a family business, this episode is packed with encouragement and practical tools to help you navigate your own journey with faith and resilience.

In this episode, you'll learn:

How to navigate the challenges of long-term dreams and goals.
Practical lessons from Scripture and neuroscience to keep you moving forward.
Why celebrating milestones matters for your heart and brain.
The surprising ways God works through the twists and turns of life.

💡Today's Big Idea: The best step is the next step.

⚡️Today's Small Step: Write down one small action you can take today toward your goal and take it.

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The Pace of Grace Community: Learn more or join for only $10 a month. No long-term commitment.

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Praying in Color Jan 14, 2025

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She spent decades praying for her son, a journey filled with heartbreak, relentless hope, and unwavering faith. Her prayers seemed unanswered for years, but she refused to give up—and in time, God's miraculous work unfolded. If you've ever struggled to stay faithful in prayer during long seasons of waiting, this episode is for you.

Today, we're exploring how to keep our prayers alive and meaningful, even when hope begins to fade. Through a creative, embodied prayer practice called Praying in Color, we'll discover how to stay engaged with God and rekindle joy in the waiting.

Tune in to learn:

Why long seasons of waiting test our faith and perseverance.
How neuroscience and Scripture reveal what we need to sustain hope.
A step-by-step guide to Praying in Color, a creative way to revive weary prayers.
Practical tips for making prayer more active, tactile, and joyful.
How to use this practice to deepen your connection with God and others.

💡Today's Big Idea: Praying in color revives weary prayers.

⚡️Today's Small Step: Join the Pace of Grace Community on 1/21/25 to explore Praying in Color together: www.paceofgrace.com/community.

Discover how this creative approach can transform your prayer life and help you stay connected to God—even in the waiting. Let's pray with hope, trust, and a little splash of color.

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LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE:

Join the Pace of Grace Community on 1/21 to explore Praying in Color together: www.paceofgrace.com/community.

The Pace of Grace Community: Learn more or join for only $10 a month. No long-term commitment. A Praying Life book

Praying in Color book

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