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Defeating Temptation in Daily Life: Lessons from My Dear Hemlock
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Defeating Temptation in Daily Life: Lessons from My Dear Hemlock

Simply Convivial: Biblical Homemaking, Homeschooling & Mom Life—Without Burnout

January 14, 202514m 6s

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In this episode of the Simplified Organization podcast, Mystie Winckler sits down with author Tilly Dillehay to discuss her latest book, My Dear Hemlock. Inspired by C.S. Lewis’s The Screwtape Letters, Tilly’s book explores women’s unique temptations through the lens of fictionalized letters between tempters.

Get Tilly's latest book: https://canonpress.com/products/my-dear-hemlock

Together, they dive into the inspiration behind the project, the creative process of turning nonfiction insights into compelling fiction, and how the demon’s perspective reveals hidden struggles we all face. Learn how storytelling can help us see our sins more clearly and motivate us to pursue righteousness.

Whether you’re a homemaker, a homeschool mom, or just looking for encouragement, this conversation offers powerful insights into how God works in and through our daily lives.

Topics Covered:

The inspiration behind My Dear Hemlock.
How fiction can make sin and temptation more stark.
The importance of self-awareness in spiritual growth.

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