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You’re in worship, sweating, fanning yourself, and you can’t tell if it’s the Spirit moving or your hormones. Friend, it might be both. Keep praising. 🔥🙌🏾

Practical tips many women find helpful: layers, a fan in your purse, a cool drink, cotton sheets, cutting back on alcohol and caffeine, and noticing your personal triggers.

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There are hormone and non-hormone treatment options, and the right choice depends on your health history. Ask your doctor, and ask your pharmacist to check for interactions with your other medicines and supplements.

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Sarah laughed at 90 when God said she’d have a son (Genesis 18:12), and God had the last laugh. Elizabeth carried John in her old age (Luke 1:36). Anna served in the temple into her 80s (Luke 2:36–37).

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Moses started his main assignment at 80. Caleb asked for a mountain at 85. Abraham left everything at 75. God isn’t done with you.

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