“It is a paradox.  We want and teach our kids to be independent and self-sufficient.  But in God’s economy, maturity actually looks like greater dependence on God.”  Today’s guest, Vivian Mabuni and Lee discuss what living open handed before the Lord looks like in life and motherhood. Raised in a Buddhist home, Vivian also describes coming to know Christ through the transformed life of another student.  About our Guests: Vivian Mabuniis a national speaker and writer with a passion to share the hope and life found through intimacy with God. With thirty years of ministry experience on staff with Cru, she loves teaching about the Bible and providing practical applications. Also the author of Warrior in Pink, she lives in California with her husband, Darrin, and their three kids. She loves coffee, shoes, sushi, and social media.   www.vivianmabuni.com www.momsinprayer.org/girlsinprayerprogram Thanksgiving Tree craft:  https://momsinprayer.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/GIP_ThanksgivingTree_Handout_7.18.pdf Leaves template: https://momsinprayer.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/GIPThanksgivingTreeLeavesTemplate.pdf To purchase Awaken Hope Boise, Idaho tickets: https://momsinprayer.org/events/awaken-hope-idaho/ Moms in Prayer International- www.MomsInPrayer.org