Welcome to our special episode #3 of the Christmas Break series. This week we here a word from Heather Jeffery who is a Christian writer and certified mental health coach. She is passionate about empowering women with Biblical truth as they link arms to seek clarity specializing in emotional and spiritual abuse as well as healing through divorce. Heather believes our stories have purpose and are meant to be shared to encourage others just as we are encouraged by those in the Bible. She lives in Maryland with her two teenage daughters and works as a physical therapist. She enjoys spending time outdoors, especially near the water. You can receive truth-filled encouragement by subscribing at heatherjeffery.com and following her writing on Instagram @straightenyourcrown.1.

We end the episode with an incredible song from Laurel Taylor, an award-winning artist, female producer, singer/songwriter, and trailblazer in the emerging Country Trap genre. Originally from Montgomery, Alabama, Laurel moved to Nashville at just eighteen, immersing herself in the music scene for twelve years. From performing on American Idol to touring across the country, Laurel's music spans country, pop, and CCM. Now, she’s making waves as the first female artist to embrace Country Trap, blending her soulful country roots with the cutting-edge sounds of trap beats. Laurel is also a signed artist with Real Fun Records. Laurel is performing and producing her tracks, carving out a unique sound that blends country storytelling with energetic trap beats. Laurel’s fresh production style sets her apart as a multi-talented force, controlling the creative direction of her new sound from start to finish. Laurel is deeply involved in prison ministry through non-profits like The Beat of Life, Project Prison Music, and Freedom Echoes. She collaborates with inmates nationwide, writing music with them and performing for them. Her country single "Old House" has become a huge influence in these communities, being requested in every facility and county. "Old House" was also featured on the Nashville Sign billboard, further solidifying its impact. Laurel has shared stages with some of the biggest names across multiple genres, including Jelly Roll, We The Kingdom, Lauren Daigle, Blessing Offor, Jeffery Steele, Iggy Azalea, Big Daddy Weave, Ben Fuller, Fall Out Boy, Jason Crabb, Diamond Rio and more. Laurel is currently a topliner for TV and film, blending her songwriting talents with visual media. Her production skills and unique sound continue to push creative boundaries with each new release.

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