The Pace of Grace with Kim Avery

What if doing less could actually lead to more—more peace, more fruitfulness, more joy?
In a world that celebrates hustle, hurry, and high output, slowing down can feel like falling behind. But what if it's actually the path to deep transformation and lasting impact?
In this episode, I share the story of a year that felt like a detour but became one of the most fruitful seasons of my life. Along the way, we'll explore surprising research, spiritual truths, and biblical rhythms that invite us to trade burnout for abiding.
You'll discover:
Why a small town in Pennsylvania held the secret to longer life (and what it has to do with your business)
The three principles of Slow Productivity from Cal Newport's latest book
What Jesus modeled about doing less—but doing it with purpose and power
How my "least productive year" led to the most meaningful work I've ever done
Practical reflection questions to help you step off the hamster wheel and into the pace of grace
Whether you're in ministry, business, or simply navigating life's demands, this episode offers encouragement and a new vision for what real productivity can look like—slower, deeper, and sweeter.
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💡Today's Big Idea: The best work takes time—and that's by design
⚡️Today's Small Step: Identify one area where God is inviting you to slow down and lean in.
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LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE:
📘 The Prayer Powered Entrepreneur
📕 Cal Newport's book Slow Productivity
 
🌿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]
 
👍 Follow, rate, and review The Pace of Grace Podcast on Apple or Spotify
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LET'S CONNECT:
Find me on Facebook  @kavery
Find me on Instagram @CoachKimAvery

Have you ever felt like life is a never-ending uphill battle, where every task feels like scaling Mount Everest? You're not alone. Recently, I found myself in that very place—both literally and metaphorically—during a sweltering summer hike. In my determination to power through, I ignored the quiet nudge to take it slow and enjoy the journey. The result? A rather embarrassing episode that left me lying flat in the middle of the street, wondering why I hadn't just made it easier on myself.
It got me thinking: What if we approached life's challenges with grace instead of grit? What if we made room for rest, let go of the pressure to always achieve more, and listened to that gentle voice asking, "What if you made this easy?" God's grace isn't about doing all the things perfectly. It isn't even about doing all the things; it's about knowing when to give ourselves the space to breathe and take the next step with intention. There's wisdom in that, and today, I'm diving into how we can shift our mindset from striving to thriving by making things easier—not harder.
Tune in to discover how to:
Tackle one major change at a time to avoid overwhelm.
Break big goals into smaller, manageable steps.
Focus on progress over perfection.
Maintain a sustainable pace for long-term success.
Schedule rest and reflection to refresh your spirit.
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💡Today's Big Idea: When you can, make it easy.
⚡️Today's Small Step: Choose one area of your life, and find one way to make it easy or at least easier.
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LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE:
The Pace of Grace Community: Learn more or join for only $10 a month. No long-term commitment.
Follow, rate, and review The Pace of Grace on Apple or Spotify
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LET'S CONNECT:
Find me on Facebook @kavery
Find me on Instagram @CoachKimAvery

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.
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💡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]
 
👍 Follow, rate, and review The Pace of Grace Podcast on Apple or Spotify
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LET'S CONNECT:
Find me on Facebook @kavery
Find me on Instagram @CoachKimAvery

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.
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💡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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LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE:
The Pace of Grace Community: Learn more or join for only $10 a month. No long-term commitment.
Follow, rate, and review The Pace of Grace on Apple or Spotify
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LET'S CONNECT:
Find me on Facebook @kavery
Find me on Instagram @CoachKimAvery

At times, our days can blur together and feel far from the grand dreams we once had. But what if this daily grind—the small, ordinary moments—is exactly where God is at work? What if God is using these moments to shape our hearts and lives in ways we can't yet see?
Tune in to discover:
How God is at work in your ordinary, daily life.
The small, consistent steps that can create lasting impact.
Encouragement that heart and faithfulness matter more than big achievements.
How surrender to God's plan leads to greater purpose than striving for fame.
 
💡Today's Big Idea: Outcomes are in God's hands, so I'm free to love the actual life I live.
⚡️Today's Small Step:  Live with freedom and joy today no matter how ordinary it may seem.
 
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LINKS + RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE:
The Pace of Grace Community: Learn more or join for only $10 a month. No long-term commitment.
Follow, rate, and review The Pace of Grace on Apple or Spotify
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LET'S CONNECT:
Find me on Facebook  @kavery
Find men Instagram @CoachKimAvery