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Clare Smith

Training Body & Soul

“LET.IT.GO” Book Giveaway!!

November 14, 2012

It’s a Thursday and what better way to start your day than with a GIVEAWAY! The amazing and talented, Karen Ehman came out with a new book and 6 week Bible Study, Tuesday:  LET.IT.GO: How To Stop Running The Show and Start Walking the Faith. I had a chance to review and read this book earlier this summer. I found myself reading and highlighting the first few chapters. As a matter of fact, I tweeted soon after diving into it.

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Do you know Karen? She is the Director of the Proverbs 31 Ministries speaker team and is a contributor to Focus on the Family’s magazine Thriving Family. She’s the author of many books and has been on just as many tv and radio programs! You can find her blogging here. Be sure to check out everything this chick has blessed us with!

Here’s a little bit more about the book:

Women are wired to control. We make sure the house is clean, the meals prepared, the children are dressed, and everyone gets to where they’re going on time. But sometimes our strength of being conscientious can morph into the weakness of being a slight—or all out—control freak! This humorous, yet spiritually practical book will help you to:

  • Take control of your schedule yet welcome interruptions from God
  • Draw the line between mothering and micromanaging
  • Influence your husband instead of manipulating him
  • Learn to control your emotions when you can’t control the circumstances
  • Stop pursuing the appearance of perfection and start pursuing the person of God
NOTE: A 6-week teaching dvd and Bible Study guide is also available for group and individual use.
Check out this video!

(If you can’t see video, click here!)

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Now you can win one of two copies!

To enter :

Leave a comment on this post.

For Bonus Entries:

Retweet, Facebook Share or Pin this post and then leave an extra comment for each thing you did.

Also, one random reader who comments on one of the blog tour sites can Win a Kindle Fire!! 

Giveaway ends Sunday, November 18th at 9pm EST.

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I’m also excited to announce that I’ll be doing a small Holiday Challenge and will be announcing it next week as well! So stick around, and be sure you are connected with me via facebook, twitter, or through an email subscription! (See above!)

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Comments

  1. Jennifer says

    November 15, 2012 at 7:19 am

    Crossing my fingers. =)

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    • Deborah says

      November 15, 2012 at 10:26 pm

      Enjoy Karen and this is the first time I have seen Peak313 Fitness. Love to exercise. Would appreciate receiving Karen’s book.

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      • Rhonda says

        November 16, 2012 at 11:34 am

        I would lovee to win. Would also love to win the Kindle Fire. Very excited.

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        • Dawn says

          November 18, 2012 at 9:21 pm

          If I don’t win, I may be adding it to my Christmas wish list.

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  2. Erin says

    November 15, 2012 at 7:21 am

    Looks really good!

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  3. Maggie says

    November 15, 2012 at 7:23 am

    Would love to win!!

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  4. Lauren says

    November 15, 2012 at 7:23 am

    This looks like a great book!

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  5. Maggie says

    November 15, 2012 at 7:23 am

    Shared on Facebook!

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  6. Erin says

    November 15, 2012 at 7:24 am

    I pinned it to Pinterest too 🙂

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  7. Lauren says

    November 15, 2012 at 7:24 am

    I shared with Facebook too!

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  8. Shady says

    November 15, 2012 at 7:26 am

    I am a work in progress in this area. I always try to hold on to one little tiny piece..thinking surely I know best. Ha! This comes back to me everytime and not in a good way.

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  9. angela says

    November 15, 2012 at 7:26 am

    Love it! Pick me!!!

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  10. melissa says

    November 15, 2012 at 7:27 am

    Looks like a good read! Adding it to my ever-growing reading list!

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  11. Meg Manns says

    November 15, 2012 at 7:27 am

    Would love to share this book with my ladies group! What a great message!!!

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  12. Lisa says

    November 15, 2012 at 7:29 am

    Good morning! I never win anything but figured wont hurt to try. 🙂

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  13. Mary says

    November 15, 2012 at 7:29 am

    This looks like a great book. I bet it would be an amazing womens bible study to! Hopefull to win and possibly lead a study in 2013.

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  14. René says

    November 15, 2012 at 7:32 am

    This is a major issue I have. I struggle with NOT being in control in all areas of my life. It often keeps me in a nervous state.

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  15. Janna says

    November 15, 2012 at 7:35 am

    Would love to check this out!

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  16. Heather says

    November 15, 2012 at 7:37 am

    This is something I struggle with daily. Would love to read more!

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  17. HeatherDB says

    November 15, 2012 at 7:42 am

    Would love to read this – always searching to improve myself and ways of life!

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  18. Heather says

    November 15, 2012 at 7:42 am

    Posted to pinterest and twitter

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  19. Tracy says

    November 15, 2012 at 7:47 am

    Can’t wait to check this out!!

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  20. Tracy says

    November 15, 2012 at 7:49 am

    Posted to twitter and facebook!

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  21. sara says

    November 15, 2012 at 7:50 am

    Def could use a book like this right now …

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  22. B Landis says

    November 15, 2012 at 7:50 am

    Sounds like a great read! Will have to add it to my list of books to read.

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  23. Tanya says

    November 15, 2012 at 7:57 am

    I definitely need this!! I sounds amazing! Going to share it right now…

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  24. RebornRenee says

    November 15, 2012 at 7:57 am

    Love Proverbs 31 ministry

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  25. Tanya says

    November 15, 2012 at 7:59 am

    Just shared it on FB!

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  26. Aline says

    November 15, 2012 at 8:02 am

    I’m a control freaking (working on controling it…lol) and need this book.

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  27. Julie Haldeman says

    November 15, 2012 at 8:03 am

    I would love to read this book!

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  28. Tania J says

    November 15, 2012 at 8:05 am

    This sounds great–I’d love to read through this with a friend (accountability does wonders).

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  29. Teryl Ford says

    November 15, 2012 at 8:07 am

    I could use some help letting go.

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  30. jai marie says

    November 15, 2012 at 8:12 am

    This book would be such a help to me at this season in my life! I have too many plates spinning and folks keep saying, “You have to let something go.” I am willing, but I put if off because I don’t know WHICH thing to let go of!”

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  31. Katie A. says

    November 15, 2012 at 8:14 am

    Sounds like a great book!

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    • Erika says

      November 16, 2012 at 11:31 am

      How I need to let it go!

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  32. Elizabeth says

    November 15, 2012 at 8:16 am

    Looks like a great book!!

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  33. jai marie says

    November 15, 2012 at 8:16 am

    Posted On Pinterest

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  34. jai marie says

    November 15, 2012 at 8:17 am

    Posted on Facebook

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  35. Liz Hehman says

    November 15, 2012 at 8:19 am

    Yea- I totally need this 😉

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  36. Joanna says

    November 15, 2012 at 8:21 am

    Would love to read it!!!

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  37. Heather G. says

    November 15, 2012 at 8:22 am

    I am definitely a control freak! 😉

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  38. Joanna says

    November 15, 2012 at 8:23 am

    Posted on Facebook:)

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  39. Joanna says

    November 15, 2012 at 8:24 am

    Also posted on pinterest !!

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  40. Deborah Claypool says

    November 15, 2012 at 8:27 am

    I would love to win and share with my bible study group.

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  41. Theresa Rypstra says

    November 15, 2012 at 8:28 am

    I am always looking for a good Bible Study for our Women’s group.

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  42. Alisha says

    November 15, 2012 at 8:30 am

    Looks like a fantastic book. Love womens bible studies!

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  43. Laura D. says

    November 15, 2012 at 8:31 am

    Looks like an awesome book!! Would love to have a copy!

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  44. tina zimney says

    November 15, 2012 at 8:32 am

    I need to win this.!!!!

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  45. tina zimney says

    November 15, 2012 at 8:32 am

    I shared via FB

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  46. Joyce C. says

    November 15, 2012 at 8:38 am

    Gotta Let It Go!!! Thanks for a chance to win a copy!

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  47. Catina says

    November 15, 2012 at 8:42 am

    I am a type A personality and major control nut. My husband says (with love) that I try to control everything. I like structure especially when it comes to my children and I have noticed lately that they are turning into ME. This book is definitely one I need to read.

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  48. Megan says

    November 15, 2012 at 8:43 am

    I could use this!

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  49. michelle says

    November 15, 2012 at 8:46 am

    I think I am the poster child for this book.

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  50. Heather Fofana says

    November 15, 2012 at 8:52 am

    I need this. Homeschooling three kids makes me a control freak.

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  51. Tami says

    November 15, 2012 at 8:54 am

    It’s a perfect time to read this book as the holiday season is upon us. 😉

    P.S. I would love to learn how to Let.It.Go!

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  52. Terra hayton says

    November 15, 2012 at 8:56 am

    This book looks great. Thx for telling me about it.

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  53. Chrystal says

    November 15, 2012 at 9:02 am

    This is so me!!!! I am such q control freak…It’s been my main obstacle for so many things, especially my relationship with God. I’ve actually felt before that i was bothering God sometimes and that I just should handle things myself…lol! What a great idea for a book to help women who struggle with this….kudos to her! I see God working through people all the time, this is a prime example!!!

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  54. Carol says

    November 15, 2012 at 9:15 am

    This looks like an awesome study! Sharing it on FB for my friends around the Country to review.

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  55. Gina says

    November 15, 2012 at 9:24 am

    Holy cow!!! This was so written for me!!

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  56. Leigh Ishee says

    November 15, 2012 at 9:32 am

    I would love to win this to read and teach!

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  57. Laura says

    November 15, 2012 at 9:38 am

    I’d love to win this!

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  58. Laura says

    November 15, 2012 at 9:39 am

    I pinned it! Thanks for the opportunity to win!

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  59. Sarah G says

    November 15, 2012 at 9:43 am

    I think this book may have been written for me…

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  60. Samantha says

    November 15, 2012 at 9:48 am

    I would love to win this!!!!!

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  61. Selena M. says

    November 15, 2012 at 10:05 am

    My control-freak self really could use this!!

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  62. Deb V says

    November 15, 2012 at 10:05 am

    I would love to win Karen’s new book.

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  63. Monica says

    November 15, 2012 at 10:31 am

    I would love to win this book 🙂

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  64. Michelle says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:05 am

    This is a book I think I should read!!

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  65. Tina says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:05 am

    I so need this 🙂 Shared on FB!

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  66. Shonda says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:06 am

    I need this book!

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  67. Kristin K says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:07 am

    I would love to win a copy of this book! It sounds awesome – like something I would get a lot of great wisdom from.

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  68. Shonda says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:08 am

    I shared on Facebook

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  69. Shonda says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:09 am

    I shared on Twitter

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  70. Jocelyn says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:09 am

    This looks great!

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  71. Shonda says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:09 am

    I pinned this to Pinterest

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  72. Bev says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:10 am

    Sounds like many of us just need to Let.It.GO! Thanks

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  73. Jocelyn says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:10 am

    Posted this on my facebook page.

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  74. Susan Arrieta says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:11 am

    Let God’s Will be Done…..so excited at the possiblity.
    Thank you God for websites like this and Godily Women!!
    God Bless each and everyone woman today and always!!

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  75. Shauna says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:12 am

    I would love to be able to just Let it GO!

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  76. Jocelyn says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:12 am

    Added this to my pinterest boards.

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  77. Shauna says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:13 am

    I retweeted the page!

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  78. Danielle Christy says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:15 am

    Looks like a fantastic book

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  79. Lesly Verbeten says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:15 am

    I want this book!!!

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  80. Pattie says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:15 am

    Perfect timing for the release of this book! Here’s hoping for a copy.

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  81. Caroline Grossman says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:16 am

    I would love to win this great giveaway. How fun that you have this on your blog today…I follow you and Karen! She has great posts just like you. Thank you for the opportunity to enter.

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  82. AA says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:16 am

    Thanks for the book, Thanks for the contest!

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  83. Judi says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:17 am

    I would love the opportunity to win Karen’s new book. Put my name in the draw please.
    I really do need to learn to let.it.go.
    Stress creates so many physical ailments….headache, upset stomach..I used to think I had an almost ongoing flu until I learned it was all stress related. Can this really be changed???

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  84. Cheri Johnson says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:17 am

    I know my husband hopes I win so I can read the chapter about not manipulating him!! I never do that! 🙂

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  85. elizabeth says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:17 am

    Would love to win

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  86. Lesly Verbeten says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:18 am

    I posted to facebook!

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  87. Crystal says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:18 am

    I would love to be a woman of influence and let it go!

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  88. Lesly Verbeten says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:18 am

    Pinned to Pinterest!

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  89. Kathy says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:20 am

    I would love a chance to read this book. Sounds like it was written for someone just like me 🙂

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  90. Debby says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:21 am

    Avid reader! As I look at most of our lives we try to do it all in out strength. We need to let go and learn how to allow God to take over.

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  91. Lucy Sanguinetti says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:22 am

    Boy, do I need this! I not only try to run my entire family, but also anyone else that comes to me for help. My shoulders are tired from carrying the load! Help me let it all go and turn it over to the Lord!

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  92. Heather Storey says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:22 am

    Boy do I ever need this book and my family will more than likely agree too!

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  93. Marilyn says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:24 am

    Would love this book! Read about it yesterday 🙂

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  94. cS says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:24 am

    I would love to get the book Let it Go… It would do my spirit well .

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  95. Jodie says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:24 am

    My boys really want me to read this book!! 🙂

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  96. Christina says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:24 am

    Would love to read this book!

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  97. Jen S. says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:25 am

    Would love to win!

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  98. Deb C says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:25 am

    Choosing today to live with God in control because He Is!
    My choice is to let it go…….
    Walking in Faith today, loving Him all the way!
    Thank you for sharing Karen’s book……be blessed dear Sister In Christ!

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  99. Denise from Iowa says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:25 am

    I have heard Karen speak and LOVE her!! Would be VERY EXCITED to win her new book. Thanks!!

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  100. Yolanda McLean says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:26 am

    Would love to win!

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  101. christa says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:27 am

    Would love a copy!

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  102. Jen S. says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:27 am

    I pinned it to Pinterest

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  103. Jen S. says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:28 am

    Posted it to facebook

    Reply
  104. TAMMY says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:28 am

    Would love to win this book. Please enter me in the drawing. Thank you.

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  105. Natalie E. says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:28 am

    I would love to win a copy of this. This is a study I am looking to do in 2013.

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  106. April Lewis says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:28 am

    Looking forward to reading the book.

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  107. Kimberly says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:30 am

    pinned on Pinterest
    This book is on my must read list !! 🙂

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  108. Teresa says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:31 am

    I would really like to win a copy of the book.

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  109. michelle h says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:31 am

    can’t wait to get my hands on this book! i did the 5 day Christmas Challenge – fabulous and convicting!

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  110. Beverly says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:33 am

    Would love to win!

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  111. Stephanie O says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:34 am

    Thanks for the giveaway.

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  112. Danielle B says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:35 am

    Just discovered this site, right after forcing myself to exercise! LOL Thanks for participating in this giveaway! And I am off to discover the goodies on your site~

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  113. Lisa says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:36 am

    This is going to be a great read,hope I win!

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  114. Sharon says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:36 am

    Definitely need to work on this in my life This book would truly be a blessing!!!! On my must read list!

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  115. Beth Furmanek says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:37 am

    I cannnot wait to get this book!

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  116. Vicki says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:39 am

    Looks like something worth reading : )

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  117. Lisa says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:40 am

    Pinned it on Pinterest.

    Reply
  118. April says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:40 am

    This book sounds great. I would love to win.

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  119. Lisa says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:41 am

    Shared on facebook.

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  120. Hollie Meister says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:42 am

    Just bought the book, something I need to really work on, very excited to read. Would love another copy to give as a gift.

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  121. Kristen says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:42 am

    I cannot wait to read this book! It sounds so good!

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  122. Kristen says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:45 am

    I posted this on Facebook!

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  123. Kristen says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:45 am

    I also shared this on twitter 🙂

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  124. Darlene says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:46 am

    I need this book. This is what I struggle with all the time. The need to control not letting it go

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  125. Cici says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:47 am

    I really really need this!

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  126. Michelle says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:48 am

    Thanks for writing this!!!

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  127. April says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:48 am

    Would love to win, if not I have plans to purchase!!

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  128. Bree says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:48 am

    So excited for this book!

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  129. Jennifer D. says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:51 am

    I can’t wait for this book to come out!! Looks so good!!

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  130. Rachel says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:53 am

    This looks great! I am adding it to my list!

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  131. Deborah Stone says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:53 am

    Sounds like a book that fits women living in such times as these!!! Sounds like it would be a great Women’s study, too! Thanks for this opportunity! 🙂

    Reply
  132. Stephanie P. says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:53 am

    Hoping it’s me!! 🙂

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  133. Mary says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:53 am

    I just tweeted this book giveaway! Would really love it. I’m 47 years old and welcome room for improvement in my life. Blessings to whoever gets it!

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  134. Lisa Babb says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:54 am

    Sounds like a great book that I KNOW would be put too use. 🙂

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  135. Wanda Little says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:57 am

    I want this book, I need this book, I know that I would love this book. I, of all people, need to let it go, and start walking in
    Faith at all times.

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  136. Karen says

    November 15, 2012 at 12:00 pm

    Would love to win this book 🙂

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  137. Mel says

    November 15, 2012 at 12:01 pm

    I need help I am a control freak. I really could use this book!

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  138. Laurie Lett says

    November 15, 2012 at 12:01 pm

    Would absolutely love this book!

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  139. Michelle L says

    November 15, 2012 at 12:02 pm

    I can’t wait for this! It flows right along with another study we’re working on now. Looks fabulous!

    Reply
  140. Mary Kay says

    November 15, 2012 at 12:04 pm

    Myself and 3 friends already have the 6-week dvd, study guide and books ordered, but winning a free book would help us expand our little circle to someone else who might benefit from our small group!

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  141. Jen says

    November 15, 2012 at 12:05 pm

    Would love to win!

    Reply
  142. Wanda Little says

    November 15, 2012 at 12:07 pm

    I want this book, I need this book, and I know that I would love this book, I, of all women, need to learn how to let it go and start walking in the FAITH ALWAYS.

    Reply
  143. Becky Foutz says

    November 15, 2012 at 12:07 pm

    I would sure like to win a copy of this book!!

    Reply
  144. Deborah Stone says

    November 15, 2012 at 12:12 pm

    Posted on Facebook! 🙂

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  145. Deborah Stone says

    November 15, 2012 at 12:13 pm

    Sent out on Twitter! 🙂

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  146. Lori says

    November 15, 2012 at 12:13 pm

    This book sounds perfect for me!

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  147. Vonnie Kronk says

    November 15, 2012 at 12:15 pm

    I definitely need this!! I sounds amazing! Going to share it on Facebook & tried to on Twitter but didn’t work and it may be All my fault…I’m new on there.

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  148. Kim Thompson says

    November 15, 2012 at 12:16 pm

    Looking forward to it.

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  149. Lori says

    November 15, 2012 at 12:17 pm

    I NEED this book! My inner control freak has gotten out of control!!

    Reply
  150. Louise says

    November 15, 2012 at 12:17 pm

    Living by Christ’s power in me, not trying to be the controls – control freak that I am. A good book in my future.

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  151. Megan S. says

    November 15, 2012 at 12:17 pm

    Very interesting! I would love to win this…even if I don’t I may go out and buy it for myself

    Reply
  152. Carol I says

    November 15, 2012 at 12:19 pm

    Looks like a great book! I would love to win!

    Reply
  153. Leisa says

    November 15, 2012 at 12:22 pm

    This control freak cannot wait to read Karen’s new book!!

    Reply
  154. Flora G-R says

    November 15, 2012 at 12:23 pm

    Would love to read this!!

    Reply
  155. Carol I says

    November 15, 2012 at 12:24 pm

    I shared this giveaway on facebook!

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  156. Dotty says

    November 15, 2012 at 12:24 pm

    Just found your FB page and excited to “like” it to get daily encouragement. Would love to get this book and have a bible study group go through it together

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  157. Carol I says

    November 15, 2012 at 12:26 pm

    I shared a pin on Pinterest!

    http://pinterest.com/pin/182044009909184219/

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  158. Jodi says

    November 15, 2012 at 12:30 pm

    Sounds just about perfect!!

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  159. Jodi says

    November 15, 2012 at 12:33 pm

    Shared on my FB page!

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  160. Nancy Silvers says

    November 15, 2012 at 12:33 pm

    I can’t wait to read this book!!

    Reply
  161. Amanda L says

    November 15, 2012 at 12:34 pm

    Please, oh please! Praying that I win this; sooo needed! =)

    Reply
  162. Nancy Silvers says

    November 15, 2012 at 12:34 pm

    Posted on facebook!

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  163. Nancy Silvers says

    November 15, 2012 at 12:35 pm

    I am pinning this…have pinned it lots…it’s worth it!!

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  164. Lori says

    November 15, 2012 at 12:39 pm

    I posted to pinterest

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  165. Kathleen says

    November 15, 2012 at 12:43 pm

    I’m a work in progress and am glad God is not finished with me yet.

    Reply
  166. Barb Wall says

    November 15, 2012 at 12:43 pm

    I would love to win!!! Blessings Barb Wall

    Reply
  167. amysteinbrook says

    November 15, 2012 at 12:47 pm

    I am so excited about this book! I can’t wait to read it! I am a full time student and only allow myself to read for pleasure during semester breaks. My semester ends the first week of Dec and this is on the top of my list!

    Reply
  168. Mary Blair says

    November 15, 2012 at 12:48 pm

    I just have to win—Get it? I’m a control freak. 😉

    Reply
  169. Valerie Hohenberger says

    November 15, 2012 at 12:56 pm

    Pick Me, pick me, pretty please!

    Reply
  170. Janine says

    November 15, 2012 at 1:06 pm

    Would love a copy of the book! I need help letting go and letting God take control!

    Reply
  171. Jennifer says

    November 15, 2012 at 1:13 pm

    I retweeted your tweet about the giveaway. 🙂

    Reply
  172. Kora says

    November 15, 2012 at 1:15 pm

    Found this on FB, sharing on FB.

    Reply
  173. Christine says

    November 15, 2012 at 1:18 pm

    Oh boy, i need this!

    Reply
  174. Christine says

    November 15, 2012 at 1:22 pm

    I pinned it to my books worth reading board.!

    Reply
  175. Erin says

    November 15, 2012 at 1:26 pm

    It is easy to admit you are a control freak—I think many of us know this about ourselves. I think the hard thing is finding ways to let it go. I’m excited for a chance to hear what Karen had to write about this!

    Reply
  176. Susan K says

    November 15, 2012 at 1:26 pm

    Nice blog! Need to get more active. Thanks for your book review and the opportunity to win a copy! 🙂

    Reply
  177. Amy says

    November 15, 2012 at 1:32 pm

    This would be SO awesome!!! I have been looking for a new study to do!!!

    Reply
  178. denise says

    November 15, 2012 at 1:40 pm

    anxious to read and share this!

    Reply
  179. Schala L says

    November 15, 2012 at 1:41 pm

    Certainly worth retweeting.. Best wishes everyone

    Reply
  180. Deborah says

    November 15, 2012 at 1:54 pm

    Love the sound of this book. And how perfect for this time of year. I could have used this when my kids were younger!!!

    Reply
  181. Melinda T says

    November 15, 2012 at 1:57 pm

    Thanks for the chance, I can sure use this book!

    Reply
  182. Melinda T says

    November 15, 2012 at 1:58 pm

    I shared on fb.

    Reply
  183. Melissa says

    November 15, 2012 at 2:02 pm

    I need this book!

    Reply
  184. Melinda T says

    November 15, 2012 at 2:02 pm

    I shared by tweeting.

    Reply
  185. Melissa says

    November 15, 2012 at 2:04 pm

    I also tweeted about the giveaway (@ingodzhndz)

    Reply
  186. Rox Anne Krakowski says

    November 15, 2012 at 2:06 pm

    Wow! Hopefully I can win a copy!

    Reply
  187. Maryann Schwinge says

    November 15, 2012 at 2:07 pm

    Need this book more than anything as I struggle with this so very much!

    Reply
  188. Melinda T says

    November 15, 2012 at 2:07 pm

    I shared on pinterest.

    Reply
  189. Cheryl May says

    November 15, 2012 at 2:08 pm

    Luv the encouragement to exercise and to just let go!!

    Reply
  190. Donna says

    November 15, 2012 at 2:08 pm

    Im going to do my best to grin & bear it this Holy season Already hubby is saying “Donna keep the meals simple Don’t make 500 salads to go with the meal!” I’m scaling down but why do we want to just keep on keeping on? We have family coming in & for once I don’t want to be at the tableI looking @ each one of them & think “When are you going home ?” All because I burned the midnight oil for days before they even arrived????? It’s time to be realistic & chill!!! Thank you Karen for your wonderful advise to us all

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  191. Cheryl May says

    November 15, 2012 at 2:11 pm

    Yay! I pinned to Pinterest! <3

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  192. Cheryl May says

    November 15, 2012 at 2:11 pm

    YayYay! I posted to FaceBook! <3

    Reply
  193. Irene Hardin says

    November 15, 2012 at 2:11 pm

    This would be awesome!

    Reply
  194. Cheryl May says

    November 15, 2012 at 2:11 pm

    YayYay and Yay! I tweeted too! 🙂

    Reply
  195. Debbie C says

    November 15, 2012 at 2:14 pm

    It’s exactly what I need!!! Christmas decorating is my thing and I need to learn to share the responsibility!

    Reply
  196. Charis Henson says

    November 15, 2012 at 2:24 pm

    This book looks like a MUST read – hope I win so I don’t have to go buy it. . . but I will read it, one way or another!

    Reply
  197. Charis Henson says

    November 15, 2012 at 2:24 pm

    I posted this on Facebook and pray many of my friends will check it out (and Clare’s blog)

    Reply
  198. Charis Henson says

    November 15, 2012 at 2:25 pm

    I also pinned it on Pinterest and figure some of my ladies will check that out as well – great idea for spreading the word!

    Reply
  199. Darcey says

    November 15, 2012 at 2:29 pm

    Would love to win this book!

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  200. Desirae says

    November 15, 2012 at 2:31 pm

    I would love to have this book. Faith is my “one word” that I have been trying to live by. But I pray God will allow you to give these books to someone who needs it more.

    Reply
  201. diki b. says

    November 15, 2012 at 2:32 pm

    I am so excited for another chance to win a copy of Let It Go, thanks Clare!

    Reply
  202. diki b. says

    November 15, 2012 at 2:33 pm

    I pinned this on Pinterest!!

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  203. diki b. says

    November 15, 2012 at 2:33 pm

    And i shared it on Facebook! Every chance helps!!

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  204. Jen P says

    November 15, 2012 at 2:38 pm

    Would love to read this!

    Reply
  205. Lindsay says

    November 15, 2012 at 2:44 pm

    I’d love to win this book! Looks awesome!

    Reply
  206. Bonnie says

    November 15, 2012 at 2:45 pm

    I can relate to the issue of wanting to run the show – this is definitely a study that I would love to participate in.

    Reply
  207. Amy L says

    November 15, 2012 at 2:53 pm

    I would love to read this book!

    Reply
  208. Chris says

    November 15, 2012 at 2:57 pm

    We have been doing several of Lisa T’s Bible Studies in our neighborhood and I think this study would be perfect to follow Unglued, for sometimes we want to control because we don’t want things and ourselves to become unglued! I think it will be great! 🙂

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  209. Mary N says

    November 15, 2012 at 3:06 pm

    My family recently told me I’m controling! Can you imagine? Obviously I need help! Thanks for the opportunity to participate!

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  210. Robin Collins says

    November 15, 2012 at 3:08 pm

    I am such a total predictable control freaky woman! I need to LET GO in a big way! I am pinning this, sharing it on Facebook, and emailing it to all of my friends that of course are also control freaks…..otherwise, they wouldn’t be able to be my friends…I would drive them crazy! 🙂

    Reply
  211. Diane Fetter says

    November 15, 2012 at 3:11 pm

    First time on your blog. trying to win a copy of Karen’s new book. I love being fit on the inside and out! Both takes discipline.

    Reply
  212. Jill Cooley says

    November 15, 2012 at 3:19 pm

    I love to read now that we are retired. bet my teachers would be proud… lol

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  213. Raquel says

    November 15, 2012 at 3:19 pm

    I would love to win this book and I need to read it! I need to learn how to just accept what is beyond my control and be joyful no matter what!

    Reply
  214. brooke says

    November 15, 2012 at 3:19 pm

    Would love to win this…. Thanks for the giveaway! 🙂

    Reply
  215. Jessica H says

    November 15, 2012 at 3:21 pm

    Would really enjoy this to share with my family and sisters that struggle to keep faith!

    Reply
  216. Susan Ramsey says

    November 15, 2012 at 3:29 pm

    I can’t wait to read it!

    Reply
  217. Sharon says

    November 15, 2012 at 3:42 pm

    I’d love to win!

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  218. Yvonne says

    November 15, 2012 at 3:47 pm

    Would love to win a copy of this book!

    Reply
  219. Colleen G. says

    November 15, 2012 at 3:49 pm

    Sounds like an awesome book.
    Colleen G.

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  220. Joyce says

    November 15, 2012 at 3:50 pm

    I really need this……………….

    Reply
  221. Nancy says

    November 15, 2012 at 4:05 pm

    what a great topic for me!!! I so often want to take things into my own hands. This will be so helpful in my life and in relationships 🙂

    Reply
  222. Amanda says

    November 15, 2012 at 4:08 pm

    Looks great – can’t wait to read it!

    Reply
  223. Crickett Brown says

    November 15, 2012 at 4:24 pm

    Thanks for hosting this give away. I would love to win this book!

    Reply
  224. Alanna Rollins says

    November 15, 2012 at 4:30 pm

    I would love to read this!

    Reply
  225. Susie says

    November 15, 2012 at 4:35 pm

    Sounds like a good book, would like to get one and read it

    Reply
  226. Dee says

    November 15, 2012 at 4:54 pm

    It is so hard to give up trying to be in the driver’s seat. I found this to be literally true when my kids were working toward getting their license. Knowing they had to get some practice in, I would pry my fingers off the wheel and wrap them around the passenger door handle instead. My son does a pretty funny (but sadly accurate) rendition on me being a passenger.

    I have to admit I am much the same way with the rest of my life. My fingers are locked around multiple areas of life and I feel a panicked sort of terror at letting my kids, my husband, or even (truthfully) God take control. I can say over and over again that God is in control, but my scrambling for the “door handle” says otherwise!

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  227. monica says

    November 15, 2012 at 4:57 pm

    I really wanna read this book!
    monk5 at charter dot net

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  228. SUE says

    November 15, 2012 at 5:08 pm

    Would love to win this book:)

    Reply
  229. Lisa Fraser says

    November 15, 2012 at 5:22 pm

    I am so in need of this book. Being in control has caused to many hurts. I want to let Go and Let God take control. It’s about time I get the help I need.

    Reply
  230. Karla H. says

    November 15, 2012 at 5:53 pm

    Would love to win this book. Count me in!

    Reply
  231. Connie says

    November 15, 2012 at 5:55 pm

    If i win, there is a special person I want to give it to. I wish to leave it to my sister as my health continues to worsen, my heart’s desire is to help her Let Go.

    Reply
  232. Missy B says

    November 15, 2012 at 6:13 pm

    Looks like a book I need to get or win!

    Reply
  233. Gayle says

    November 15, 2012 at 6:35 pm

    Sounds like the book I need to read!

    Reply
  234. Jen says

    November 15, 2012 at 7:14 pm

    Letting it Go with Christian wisdom and encouragement, yay!!!!!

    Reply
  235. Robin Still says

    November 15, 2012 at 7:37 pm

    How exciting…Learing to let it go with good sound biblical principals to follow. Can’t think of a better way!

    Smiles & Blessings,
    Robin 🙂

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  236. Judy Dinsmore says

    November 15, 2012 at 7:39 pm

    I need to read this book NOW! Our business has had to close its doors and my husband has worked at this business since he was 14 yrs. old. When the founder (his father) died, my husband ran the business for 20 more years. The changes in the technology has made this neccessary. My husband is now 61 years old so it is unlikely that he can get a job. I MUST trust God to meet our needs. At this point, I cannot even attempt to “run the show”! I am overwhelmed and very afraid of the future with Obama in the White House. I MUST walk by faith!!!!

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  237. gina says

    November 15, 2012 at 8:26 pm

    Pick me; pick me! I need this so bad ;))

    Reply
  238. Vivian says

    November 15, 2012 at 8:32 pm

    This book will definitely one I would buy if I do not win. Always such encouragement from Karen.

    Reply
  239. Sherry Smith says

    November 15, 2012 at 8:32 pm

    I so need this book.

    Reply
  240. Stephanie Hinds says

    November 15, 2012 at 8:41 pm

    I hope I’m able to win this book….it’s what I need to read 🙂

    Reply
  241. Janie B says

    November 15, 2012 at 9:10 pm

    I really need this book. Hope to win!! Thanks for the opportunity!!

    Reply
  242. Ann : ) says

    November 15, 2012 at 9:29 pm

    Would love to have this in our church library

    Reply
  243. Teryl Ford says

    November 15, 2012 at 9:33 pm

    I Pinned the post.

    Reply
  244. Teryl Ford says

    November 15, 2012 at 9:34 pm

    I put up a post on fb.

    Reply
  245. Deb P says

    November 15, 2012 at 9:34 pm

    love learning new exercises. After I learn to “let it Go”. I’ll need to check out our site. Thanks

    Reply
  246. Melisa says

    November 15, 2012 at 9:44 pm

    I SO NEED to learn to LETITGO! LOL!

    Reply
  247. Beth says

    November 15, 2012 at 9:44 pm

    I Have ran across a post about this book every day this week on different websites. After the crazy week I’ve had I think it is a sign that I need to read it!

    Reply
  248. Melisa says

    November 15, 2012 at 9:58 pm

    shared on Facebook so I can learn to Let.It,Go.:)

    Reply
  249. Stephanie says

    November 15, 2012 at 9:58 pm

    I would enjoy winning this book!!!

    Reply
  250. Kathy says

    November 15, 2012 at 10:08 pm

    Love the look if this book

    Reply
  251. D.M. says

    November 15, 2012 at 10:14 pm

    Let. It. Go. Trick is to not take it back from God and leave it in His hands and under His control. I can’t wait to start reading the book!

    Reply
  252. Jackie York says

    November 15, 2012 at 10:16 pm

    I really need to read this book. God has been working with me on this for a while now!

    Reply
  253. Marie says

    November 15, 2012 at 10:32 pm

    I will hope for all of you. God knows who will need and utilize this book for His glory. Is it me? I don’t know we will fin out Sunday.

    Reply
  254. Deb says

    November 15, 2012 at 10:48 pm

    I’d been visiting blogs that are promoting this book and am newly subscribed to Karen’s updates. i’d love to win her book.

    Reply
  255. Candy says

    November 15, 2012 at 10:52 pm

    Would love to win this book. Karen shares such great faith on her web site.

    Reply
  256. Melanie says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:04 pm

    I tend to hold on and when I do I hold on tightly. I need to learn to “let it go”. Sounds like this book would be a great read and the dvd a great study. Would love to win.

    Reply
  257. Kristen A says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:17 pm

    I need some “let it go” and honestly, some peak fitness, too!

    Reply
  258. Jackie A says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:29 pm

    Would love to share this with my Women”‘s Bible study group. Thanks for a chance…

    Reply
  259. Elsa Turner says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:34 pm

    I would love this book!!

    Reply
  260. Elsa Turner says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:35 pm

    I retweeted it!

    Reply
  261. Elsa Turner says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:35 pm

    I shared it on Facebook 😉

    Reply
  262. Elsa Turner says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:39 pm

    I pinned it on Pinterest

    Reply
  263. Jackie A says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:44 pm

    I also added it to my Facebook…love to win a copy!

    Reply
  264. Bridgot says

    November 15, 2012 at 11:45 pm

    I’m THANKFUL for Karen writing this book. Can’t wait to read it.

    Reply
  265. Heather Westman says

    November 16, 2012 at 12:14 am

    Would love to read this book!! Thanks for the opportunity to win!

    Reply
  266. Kareng says

    November 16, 2012 at 5:55 am

    My husband says I am a control freak! Am I really, I am not sure, love order and cleanliness but am I a control freak? It is quite an area of contension as he is ADHD and when he gets locked in the world could fall upon him and he wouldn’t know. So am I would love to read the book!
    Blessings
    kareng

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  267. Freda Jackson says

    November 16, 2012 at 6:45 am

    Would be very interested in Karen’s bible study I have participated in a couple I found on Proverbs 31 and loved them. Also happy I found your site it’s great.

    Reply
  268. Leigh F. says

    November 16, 2012 at 7:43 am

    I would love to win this book!

    Reply
  269. Jen says

    November 16, 2012 at 8:16 am

    That book looks amazing!

    Reply
  270. Lindsey says

    November 16, 2012 at 8:38 am

    Sounds like something I definitely need to read.

    Reply
  271. Lori A. says

    November 16, 2012 at 9:49 am

    I have been anxiously waiting for this book to come out ever since Karen announced it 2 months ago. I can’t wait to read the book and do the study.

    Reply
  272. Lori A. says

    November 16, 2012 at 9:49 am

    I posted on FB.

    Reply
  273. Terri Knoell says

    November 16, 2012 at 9:51 am

    As I was listening to the video I thought this sounds great. A couple of friends came to mind who I think would love this study as well.

    Thank you for all your encouragement and enthusiasm.

    Reply
  274. Karie says

    November 16, 2012 at 10:13 am

    I would love to win a copy of the book.

    Reply
  275. Cindy Glenn says

    November 16, 2012 at 11:03 am

    I am interested in this study! 🙂

    Reply
  276. Deena Burnham says

    November 16, 2012 at 11:52 am

    Need this book. Didn’t get to look at computer yesterday…was broke down on freeway…giving it all to God. Why do I have to get in such a tight spot to see what I am still holding on to?

    Reply
  277. Alicia Denney says

    November 16, 2012 at 12:04 pm

    Second time in one week this study has been so divinely pushed my way. I must need it!:)

    Reply
  278. Cheray Warner says

    November 16, 2012 at 12:11 pm

    Sounds like a great study!

    Reply
  279. Jennifer says

    November 16, 2012 at 12:12 pm

    Would love a copy & I am excited it has led me to your blog too…I will definitely be returning!

    Reply
  280. Sherri says

    November 16, 2012 at 12:17 pm

    Have been following Karen’s website, which led me to this one! I’ve subscribed – sounds like this is right up my alley!

    Reply
  281. Lianna says

    November 16, 2012 at 12:45 pm

    This would be great

    Reply
  282. Shaina Reeves says

    November 16, 2012 at 2:42 pm

    Would love to win this book!! (And the kindle fire) 😉

    Reply
  283. Avis says

    November 16, 2012 at 2:58 pm

    Amazing!!!!!! My girlfriend and I were discussing this a week ago. I would love to read this book and then share it with her!

    Reply
  284. Gwen says

    November 16, 2012 at 3:31 pm

    A group I’m a part of will be doing this study in January. Would love to win the book and use it for the study.

    Reply
  285. Cindy F says

    November 16, 2012 at 3:50 pm

    This book and study sounds fabulous!! Can’t wait to read it!

    Reply
  286. Cindy F says

    November 16, 2012 at 3:55 pm

    Pinned to Pinterest!

    Reply
  287. Cindy F says

    November 16, 2012 at 3:55 pm

    Posted to Facebook!

    Reply
  288. Cindy F says

    November 16, 2012 at 3:56 pm

    Tweeted about this giveaway!

    Reply
  289. Maria W. says

    November 16, 2012 at 7:38 pm

    I would love to read this book! I meet with 8 women for prayer and I would eagerly share it with them, too.

    Reply
  290. Joyce M says

    November 16, 2012 at 7:48 pm

    Definitely sounds like a book I need to read! Thanks for the giveaway.

    Reply
  291. Julie says

    November 17, 2012 at 1:58 pm

    Sounds like a great book!

    Reply
  292. Julie says

    November 17, 2012 at 2:00 pm

    I posted the link on facebook to share with my friends!

    Reply
  293. Julie says

    November 17, 2012 at 2:01 pm

    Just pinned it to my Proverbs 31 board!

    Reply
  294. diana stokes says

    November 17, 2012 at 2:17 pm

    I am just finishing up the womens group for unglued..would love for the ladies and I to start up with Let it go after the holidays…loving and learning much from all of this

    Reply
  295. Carmen says

    November 17, 2012 at 9:49 pm

    Sounds like a book I really need to read – thanks for the chance to win!

    Reply
  296. kim says

    November 18, 2012 at 1:14 am

    Could definately use! Would love to win!

    Reply
  297. Christine Smith says

    November 18, 2012 at 8:01 am

    This book looks really good and quite a good match for me right now

    Reply
  298. missysoupy says

    November 18, 2012 at 9:53 am

    Ooooh….I’m pretty sure I could use this book…

    Reply
  299. Judy says

    November 18, 2012 at 12:21 pm

    The book looks great. 🙂 Would love to win a copy!

    Reply
  300. TracyE says

    November 18, 2012 at 1:26 pm

    Let it go? That’s hard!!!! Super. Hard!!!!! I’m trying though. I’m trying. Maybe the book would help….

    Reply
  301. TracyE says

    November 18, 2012 at 1:29 pm

    Now I tweeted a linkback here…so BONUS point. WOOP WOOP!!

    Reply
  302. Dessalena says

    November 18, 2012 at 1:33 pm

    I struggle with “letting it go” daily, this book sounds like it would it helpful!!

    Reply
  303. Nicci says

    November 18, 2012 at 1:39 pm

    Looks like a great book!!

    Reply
  304. clarissa says

    November 18, 2012 at 1:39 pm

    Oh boy could I use this! I hope I win it so I don’t have to buy it because one way or another this a must for me.

    Reply
  305. clarissa says

    November 18, 2012 at 1:43 pm

    shared it over on FB 🙂

    Reply
  306. Erika Bartlett says

    November 18, 2012 at 1:45 pm

    This looks great !

    Reply
  307. Heather M. says

    November 18, 2012 at 1:58 pm

    Sounds like a great book!

    Reply
  308. Liz says

    November 18, 2012 at 2:23 pm

    I’d love to read it

    Reply
  309. Liz says

    November 18, 2012 at 2:23 pm

    I shared it too

    Reply
  310. Steph says

    November 18, 2012 at 3:06 pm

    I SO need to read this!

    Reply
  311. Steph says

    November 18, 2012 at 3:11 pm

    I shared it on FB, too. 🙂

    Reply
  312. Krystal says

    November 18, 2012 at 5:28 pm

    I would live to win this and/or the kindle fire!

    Reply
    • Krystal says

      November 18, 2012 at 5:31 pm

      Oops love not live 🙂

      Reply
  313. Kristy Lilley says

    November 18, 2012 at 6:32 pm

    This is just what I need in my life right now. I would love to start a book club with a group of friends who would benefit from this as well!

    Reply
  314. Rachel says

    November 18, 2012 at 10:22 pm

    Not only do I need this, but I know so many who do as well.

    Reply
  315. amber d says

    November 19, 2012 at 12:52 am

    I would love love love this!

    Reply
  316. Deb T says

    November 20, 2012 at 12:56 pm

    I enjoy reading the book on a Kindle Fire! I will also check out this Peak313 Fitness blog. It’s new to me.

    Reply
  317. Saundra says

    November 21, 2012 at 9:59 am

    I would love a copy of the book

    Reply
  318. Barb says

    November 23, 2012 at 10:51 pm

    WOW the power of the internet!!! I would never have seen this great book if my girlfriend had not posted it to her Facebook page…Would love to win a copy of “Let it go” it sounds fantastic and just the recipe for holiday reading!!!

    Reply

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My encouragement to you to tonight is to put to prayer the “thing” that came to mind and wrestle down what God is asking of you.  Sure- we CAN keep living like we are, but we want to be WISE women (& men)...”pure,  peaceable, gentle, open to reason, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial and sincere.” (James 3:17) Father: give us discernment to know when to hold on and when to let go! 🤍
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Some of you are sitting stagnant because you keep telling yourself that you don’t know. I think you do know, you are just afraid of the implications and uncertainty of that decision. To be expected. Moving from comfort never comes without risk. 

I’m just here to tell some of you that it’s time. You’ve got enough info and have prayed about it long enough to move forward. When you know, you know. 👊🏻
There is great power in letting go and trusting Go There is great power in letting go and trusting God. This doesn’t come easy, so if you can’t say this yet about the situation at hand, keep bringing it to Him in prayer! 🤍

“Those who know your name trust in you because you have not abandoned those who seek you, Lord.” Psalms‬ ‭9:10‬
“Why are you looking for the living among the de “Why are you looking for the living among the dead?” asked the men. “He is not here, but he has risen!” Luke‬ ‭24:5-6‬

What a day to rejoice! My Savior and reason for everything is alive! Happy Easter, friends! 🤍🤍🤍
Just because you didn’t choose it doesn’t mean Just because you didn’t choose it doesn’t mean that God won’t use it. The imperfect world weaves its way in and out of our stories. Feel the feels, then look it straight in the face and believe for something more. #presson #redemption
“Soft and fiery, beautifully fierce..” I’ve “Soft and fiery, beautifully fierce..”

I’ve always had a fire in me. I can’t explain it except that I knew I was always “more” than the season, place & age I was in. Not in a prideful way, but in a “I want to change the world” sort of way. For most of my life I’ve tried to push that down as strong, “facts-based”, articulate, independent women were not applauded in the faith, cultural and “general” worlds I lived. But pulling back and softening my “edge” only lead me to a dull, apathetic, and boring life. 

God, in His grace, has taken me on a journey over the last few years to free me to who He created me to be...which included keeping my edge and fierceness. Along with that this, He’s grown my capacity to carry a soft and tender side deep down just as equally. It’s taken work. Getting gritty. Facing hard things. Grief. Tears. But all that has made me into the woman I know God has been building all these years. 

I never felt like everyone else like but not because I wanted to be like everyone..but just because I never knew anyone like me who modeled what I felt God planted deep in me at an early age. One of my passions now is to be that woman for other young women who feel the same burn as me, and to help them take that fire, balance it with tenderness, truth and love & rock the worlds in which they live.

The photographer of this pic referenced me as a “leader of leaders” and while I knew I was born a leader, I never considered that maybe this great intensity and strength inside was meant for something even more. What a gift and I hold that so humbly. Grateful for all of you who have made me into the woman I am today on my 41st birthday. Let’s do this thing. 🔥 #firestarter #flamethrower

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I had the privilege of baptizing my sweet friend G I had the privilege of baptizing my sweet friend Gracie Sunday at church. One of my greatest joys is walking with people through their life, teaching, encouraging & loving on them as they learn to make their faith their own. (Aka: discipleship)

There is nothing- and I mean nothing- like someone sitting across from you hungry to eat whatever you dish them. A sponge for truth and a pure heart to just listen... that was Gracie.

Every wed night during the community group hubs and I lead, we would pick a topic, or review the sermon or the group would ask a question, or I would go on one of my “holy spiritual Clare tangents” 😂 and right then & there with the teaching & encouragement from other mature believers in our group, is where part of her growth in Christ came. (We often would split up guys/girls during this time)

Wed. Nights were just part of Gracie’s growth. Slide through the pics and you will see the larger perspective of a group of women surrounding Gracie and me. These are her “tribe”.. women who texted every day about what they were reading in the word. Prayer requests. Life updates. They became Gracie’s daily lifeline while I came in as a weekly jolt. 😉

You know who benefited from this? All of us. In different ways, we all grew and were encouraged. You know what else grew? Our church because we were unified from within. 

Not only do we learn from one another in community, but we learn ourselves best too. Scary? Heck yeah! But so vital. We need one another..to cry with. Ask Questions (Run dating app profiles past 😂) but.. to celebrate together too!  There is nothing like it. Dive in! Let’s gooo!! #lovegodloveothers
Be it our silence or reading between the lines, we Be it our silence or reading between the lines, we all need someone who is able to see more than what we outwardly portray. I’m thankful for friends who are willing to work with me through what I’m not saying and many times don’t REALIZE I’m not saying.

Tag ya girl who does this for you and hey while you’re at it, check in on that friend that you are sensing needs you to speak some love, truth and encouragement! 🤍 Your gut is probably right!
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