Life got you down? What if you could laugh anyway? Christian comedian Tracy DeGraaf (along with her bff Cathrine) drop weekly episodes on topics you care about like how to survive your husband's loud chewing, how to laugh about your kids driving you nuts, and how to scoff off those lady whiskers and not worry about your Howdy Doody sleep wrinkle. Tracy and Cathrine have been next door neighbors and besties for over 20 years. They survived the 911, The Great Recession, teenage years, disappointment, multiple health issues, depression and other stuff that sucks. They have truly learned the secret of Life Happens Laugh Anyway.
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Life got you down? What if you could laugh anyway? Christian comedian Tracy DeGraaf (along with her bff Cathrine) drop weekly episodes on topics you care about like how to survive your husband's loud chewing, how to laugh about your kids driving you nuts, and how to scoff off those lady whiskers and not worry about your Howdy Doody sleep wrinkle. Tracy and Cathrine have been next door neighbors and besties for over 20 years. They survived the 911, The Great Recession, teenage years, disappointment, multiple health issues, depression and other stuff that sucks. They have truly learned the secret of Life Happens Laugh Anyway.
🎙️ Episode 242: Ministry — Why It’s Worth It!
💡 Feeling burnt out or discouraged in ministry? You’re not alone — and you’re in the right place. In this episode, we unpack why ministry is worth it even when it’s messy, exhausting, and unseen.
We just came off a 3½-day ministry retreat 🏕️ full of laughter, worship, and divine moments (plus a few hilarious behind-the-scenes stories 🤪). That time away reminded us that ministry is not just what we do — it’s who we are in Christ.
✝️ I. Ministry = Service
Ministry means serving others out of love and obedience to Jesus. ❤️We share stories from our retreat about using our gifts — from hospitality and encouragement to prayer and leadership — all for God’s glory. 🙌
💬 Key takeaway: Every act of service matters, whether it’s preaching, praying, or disposing of rotten veggies... God sees it all.
😅 II. The Challenges Are Real
Let’s be honest… ministry can be messy because people are messy!From burnout and long hours to spiritual warfare and personality clashes 😬 — the struggles are real.
But Scripture reminds us:📖 “Love one another deeply, from the heart.” — 1 Peter 1:22
💬 Key takeaway: When ministry feels hard, love harder. That’s where Jesus shows up.
🕊️ III. Ministry Is Worth It
Even through the challenges, the joy of seeing lives changed, hearts lifted, and the Holy Spirit move makes it all worth it. 💖
📖 “Let us not grow weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” — Galatians 6:9📖 “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” — 2 Corinthians 12:9
💬 Key takeaway: The reward isn’t in the recognition — it’s in the transformation.
🎯 CTA: Discover Your Spiritual Gifts
You are called. You are equipped. You are needed. 💪Find out how God wired you to serve with a free assessment below:👉 lifeway.com/en/articles/women-leadership-spiritual-gifts-growth-service
💬 Listener Challenge
Ask God this week:
“Where can I serve — even in small ways — to show Your love to someone else?”Then take action. ❤️
Hugs,
Tracy and Cathrine
Life Happens Laugh Anyway
Life got you down? What if you could laugh anyway? Christian comedian Tracy DeGraaf (along with her bff Cathrine) drop weekly episodes on topics you care about like how to survive your husband's loud chewing, how to laugh about your kids driving you nuts, and how to scoff off those lady whiskers and not worry about your Howdy Doody sleep wrinkle. Tracy and Cathrine have been next door neighbors and besties for over 20 years. They survived the 911, The Great Recession, teenage years, disappointment, multiple health issues, depression and other stuff that sucks. They have truly learned the secret of Life Happens Laugh Anyway.
