Morning Soulshine with Bridget: Recent Episodes
Bridget Gibson
Morning Soulshine with Bridget is an inspirational, motivational podcast created to discuss topics where faith, relationships and everyday life all intersect, encouraging radical personal growth. This podcast will help bring clarity, inspiration and motivation that is so desperately desired by interviewing people who have life experiences.
Morning Soulshine with Bridget welcome Yolonda Highlyblessed1 & Lady Storm as we prepare for the Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Conference.
Terrell W. Carter is a leader, compassionate pastor, and speaker who dedicates his life to making a positive impact on those he encounters. With a wealth of personal experience and a deep commitment to fostering hope and resilience, he believes that people have the capacity to overcome incredible odds.Terrell serves as the Pastor ofGreen Grove M.B. Church, where he guides and supports the congregation in their spiritual journey, helping them find strength and inspiration in their faith. As a pastor, he embodies the principles of love, compassion, and unity, creating a welcoming space for all who seek spiritual growth and a sense of belonging.As the Community Engagement Coordinator at The Night Ministry, Terrell leverages his skills and passion to bridge the gap between communities and essential services, working to create a better, more inclusive world for all. The Night Ministry is a Chicago-based organization whose mission is to provide human connection, housing support, and health care to those who are unhoused or experiencing poverty.In his personal life, Terrell finds strength & support from his loving wife, Karin Carter, and their smart & beautiful daughter, HarperGrace Carter.
Dr. Albert Higgins discuss with us The Holiday Blues: Understanding and Coping with Depression During the Festive SeasonThe holiday season, often portrayed as a time of joy, togetherness, and merriment, can paradoxically trigger depression in many individuals. The heightened expectations of happiness, increased stress, and social obligations can exacerbate existing mental health struggles, casting a shadow over the festive spirit.Factors Contributing to Holiday DepressionSeveral factors contribute to the prevalence of holiday depression:● Increased Stress: The holiday season is often accompanied by increased stress fromfinancial concerns, gift-giving pressure, and social gatherings. This heightened stress can worsen symptoms of depression, such as fatigue, irritability, and loss of interest in activities.● Loneliness and Isolation: The holidays can intensify feelings of loneliness and isolation, especially for those who have lost loved ones or who live far from family and friends. The contrast between the idealized portrayal of family togetherness and the reality of one's own situation can amplify feelings of sadness and despair.● Unrealistic Expectations: The societal pressure to be happy and cheerful during the holidays can create unrealistic expectations and internal conflict for those struggling with depression. The perceived discrepancy between external expectations and internal reality can exacerbate feelings of inadequacy and self-judgment.Coping Strategies for Holiday DepressionDespite the challenges, there are effective strategies to cope with holiday depression and navigate this emotionally demanding period:1. Manage Expectations: Set realistic expectations for yourself and the holidays. Acknowledge that it's okay to not feel perpetually joyous, and prioritize your well-being over external pressures.2. Prioritize Self-Care: Engage in activities that promote relaxation and self-care. Take time for hobbies, exercise, relaxation techniques, and activities that bring you comfort.3. Communicate Needs: Communicate your needs and limitations to loved ones. Let them know if you need to take breaks from social gatherings or adjust expectations for gift-giving.4. Seek Support: Don't hesitate to reach out for support from trusted friends, family members, or mental health professionals. Share your feelings and seek guidance on coping mechanisms.5. Professional Help: If the weight of depression becomes overwhelming, seek professional help from a therapist or counselor. They can provide personalized support, coping strategies, and treatment options.Remember, you are not alone in facing holiday depression. Many individuals experience similar struggles during this time. By acknowledging your feelings, implementing coping strategies, and seeking support, you can navigate the holiday season with resilience and self-compassion
Dr. Albert Higgins PHD of the Alpha Mindset Podcast Certified & Licensed Behavioral Therapist discussing Man Code
Pastor Benny Humphries grew up in Akron, Ohio. He was born again November 14, 1997, at the age of twenty-nine. Three months afterward, he began a ministry in Lakeland, Florida, called My Brother’s Keeper, a rehabilitation center for men and women who fought with substance abuse. Pastor Benny was also a volunteer minister in the Department of Corrections (prison) in Polk County, Florida. Shortly afterward, he was called to North Carolina to study at Morning Star University. It was during this period that, for two consecutive nights, the Lord sent Benny to Peru in dreams.In 1999 he went to Tarapoto, Peru for a crusade. Returning to the E.E.U.U., the Lord spoke to Him about returning to Peru full time. Pastor Benny is the founder and President of Deeper in Love Ministries and the Exodo Church in the city of Tarapoto. He is the author of several books and the proprietor of a Christian Elementary school in Tarapoto. Pastor Benny is married to Alexandra Tanchiva Vela De Humphries and has six children
Dr. Albert Higgins Certified & Licensed Behavioral Therapist host of Alpha Mindset Podcast discuss Hypermasculinity. Hypermasculinity is an exaggerated form of masculinity that emphasizes traditional masculine traits such as physical strength, aggression, and dominance. It is often associated with stereotypes of men as being stoic, emotionless, and always in control
Dr. Higgins discuss THS Trauma Helper Syndrome he behavioral condition called when a person is attracted to trauma and helping people with trauma is trauma helper syndrome (THS). It is a term used to describe a set of symptoms that can develop in people who work with traumatized populations. THS was first identified by leading trauma psychologist Dr. Laurie Pearlman in the 1990s.THS is not a formal diagnosis, but it is a well-recognized condition. It is characterized by a number of symptoms, including:● Compassion fatigue: A feeling of emotional exhaustion and burnout.● Secondary traumatic stress: The development of PTSD-like symptoms after beingexposed to the trauma of others.● Empathy fatigue: A reduction in the ability to empathize with others.● Vicarious traumatization: The experience of trauma indirectly, through the stories andexperiences of others.● Burnout: A state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged orexcessive stress.People with THS may also experience symptoms such as:● Difficulty sleeping● Nightmares● Flashbacks● Irritability● Anxiety● Depression● Isolation● Substance abuseTHS can have a significant impact on a person's personal and professional life.
Mr. Leon Walker Capable of inspiring people of all ages and backgrounds, Leon R. Walker Jr., a 32-year decorated naval veteran, channels his experiences of perseverance and struggle into inspiring and compelling public speeches. He is available as a motivational public speaker for businesses, schools, youth groups, and other organizations interested in motivating self-improvement and reminding individuals of their potential to do anything they set their minds to. Walker dives into the reality of living with the struggles and pain that life throws at you and moving forward in spite of it.Leon R. Walker Jr.’s style of speaking focuses on putting himself in front of people and sharing the stories of his struggles and difficulties in life with total transparency. His motivational public speaking isn’t about bragging or sharing only the stories of successes. The purpose of his public speaking is to show people, especially those who are at a very low time in their lives, that once you become aware of your struggles and your goals, you can become stronger, healthier, and wiser, and you can learn from your past difficulties. He uses his words to help people build a foundation to structure their own self-improvement goals upon. With the right mindset, it is possible for anyone to achieve their goals; it’s just that sometimes people need to be shown the way.A good portion of Walker’s work as a motivational speaker expands upon the ideas mentioned in his books. His books are self-reflection pieces that focus on the struggles that life can throw at you and finding the personal empowerment within those struggles to drag yourself back to the surface. Walker shows people that it’s possible to take the steps to self-improvement at their own pace, without discounting the struggles that they have faced in life.
Dr. Albert Higgins of the Alpha Mindset joins us today to talk about Humanitarianism & Altruism. Human behavior is a complex and multifaceted subject that has been studied extensively from various angles. One intriguing aspect of human behavior is altruism, the selfless concern for the well-being of others. Altruism has been a topic of fascination for scholars, philosophers, and psychologists alike
Dr. Albert Higgins PHD discusses Situationship . A situationship is a romantic relationship that lacks clear definitions or commitment. It's characterized by emotional intimacy, spending time together, and often involves a physical and sexual component.
Alpha Mindset Podcast Host Dr. Albert Higgins speaks to us in this podcast about how men and women communicate. Do Women lead with Pride and Do Men Lead with Ego.
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The Goodness of God with Bishop Neal Smith welcomes ApostleChar Fields
Apostle Char Fields , Founder /Visionary of For Such A Time As This MinistriesFounder/ Visionary of ACF Kingdom Ministries Ordained Minister/ ApostleNational/International Speaker ACF Kingdom Ministries
Dr.Marcus L MurrayUp Close & Personal with The Prophet Marcus L Murray Morning Soulshine with Bridget welcomes Dr. Marcus L Murray Founder of Fusion Global Ministries | Authored the book, “Listen Effect: Don’t Abandon Your Ear” | Christian Leadership • Prophetic Responsibility. Thank you for watching!
Donna Butler, Zachary Louisiana has published her first book in a series, called Divine
Intervention.
Divine Intervention tells the story of 2 slaves from New Orleans, Louisiana in 1836, transported
to a black college campus in 2020. How will they survive, and how do you explain life to them
now?
Divine Intervention is a story filled with time travel, history, some truths, and lighthearted humor.
Mrs. Butler is hoping to raise the funding to bring the series to streaming television, utilizing all
resources in Louisiana to make it happen from screenplay, production, casting to the premier.
Mrs. Butler says that the tax credits to film in Louisiana is incentive already, but feels the series
would be even better using new, untapped actors, actresses as well as those behind the
camera in hopes to show the Star Power from Louisiana all across the board.
Writing Divine Intervention came at a crucial time in Donna’s life. Having a daughter that
struggled with and through addiction now fully recovered, Mrs. Butler was able to return to her
love and creative style of writing and one day while she and Arielle were walking on the levee,
came up with the working title, Divine Intervention, which now can be purchased on Amazon.
D. Melvin Nyanway is a dependable Human Rights professional that brings management
experience, exceptional interpersonal communication, and a willingness to take on added
responsibility to meet tight deadlines. He is also an excellent Administrative & Logistic
Coordinator.
Melvin is a 2001 graduate of the African Methodist Episcopal University (AMEU) and has
completed several National, Regional, and UN sponsored certificate programs. These programs
include Training in the preparation of Core Documents (Treaty Reports), Training in Merit Based
Appointment Process, BSAFE, PRINCE 2 Foundation, Development Studies, UN Human Rights
Responsibility, Decentralized Governance & Peacebuilding, Gender and Reporting, United
Nations Gender Responsiveness, training on the human rights of LGBTI people, among others.
He also participated in the 2010 US States Department sponsored International Volunteer
Leadership Program (IVLP) on United States Foreign Policy and Human Rights. In 2021, Melvin
was a member of the OHCHR Surge Team deployed to Uganda to provide support to the OHCHR
Uganda country office in monitoring, documenting, and reporting human rights issues arising from
the Ugandan Presidential, Parliamentary, and Constituencies Election.
Melvin served in various capacities at the former Independent National Commission on Human
Rights (INCHR) Secretariat from 2006-2010. He was Acting Executive Director of the
Commission’s Secretariat from 2008 December to 2010 July prior to its decommissioning by the
Liberian government. During and following his time of service at the INCHR Secretariat, Melvin
continue to provide technical and professional expertise to Civil Society human rights advocacy
and several national human rights related initiatives including support to Liberia 1 st , 2 nd , and 3 rd
Universal Periodic Review State Report Drafting Committee, National Executive Coordinator & Co-
Founder-Liberia Independent Advocates for Human Rights (LIAHR), support to elaboration of
Liberia’s 1 st and 2 nd 5 years National Human Rights Action Plan drafting committee, and support to
the elaboration of the current Liberia draft National Action Plan on Business and Human Rights
and formation of the Liberia Business and Human Rights Advocacy Network.
In 2016 June, Melvin join the former UNMIL human rights protection service as Associate Human
Rights Officer, where he co-led program and project coordination and implementation, as well as
led the establishment of the Civil Society Human Rights Advocacy platform, a network of over 25
Human Rights Monitoring and Advocacy CSOs around Liberia, and the Business and Human
Rights Network, a network of CSOs, Liberia Chamber of Commerce, and selected Government
Ministries and Agencies including the Ministry of Justice jointly collaborating on issues of Business
and Human Rights. Currently, he serves at OHCHR Country office as Human Rights Officer, lead
for the office Development Pillar, MnE focal person, and Focal person on Diversity, while
supporting the office International Mechanism and Non-Discrimination Pillars.
He brings with him many years of experience in human rights, Logistics and Civil Society
coordination as well as strong human rights advocacy skills and is an enthusiastic team player
with a strong work ethic and advanced complex problem solving skills.
D. Melvin Nyanway is a dependable Human Rights professional that brings management
experience, exceptional interpersonal communication, and a willingness to take on added
responsibility to meet tight deadlines. He is also an excellent Administrative & Logistic
Coordinator.
Melvin is a 2001 graduate of the African Methodist Episcopal University (AMEU) and has
completed several National, Regional, and UN sponsored certificate programs. These programs
include Training in the preparation of Core Documents (Treaty Reports), Training in Merit Based
Appointment Process, BSAFE, PRINCE 2 Foundation, Development Studies, UN Human Rights
Responsibility, Decentralized Governance & Peacebuilding, Gender and Reporting, United
Nations Gender Responsiveness, training on the human rights of LGBTI people, among others.
He also participated in the 2010 US States Department sponsored International Volunteer
Leadership Program (IVLP) on United States Foreign Policy and Human Rights. In 2021, Melvin
was a member of the OHCHR Surge Team deployed to Uganda to provide support to the OHCHR
Uganda country office in monitoring, documenting, and reporting human rights issues arising from
the Ugandan Presidential, Parliamentary, and Constituencies Election.
Melvin served in various capacities at the former Independent National Commission on Human
Rights (INCHR) Secretariat from 2006-2010. He was Acting Executive Director of the
Commission’s Secretariat from 2008 December to 2010 July prior to its decommissioning by the
Liberian government. During and following his time of service at the INCHR Secretariat, Melvin
continue to provide technical and professional expertise to Civil Society human rights advocacy
and several national human rights related initiatives including support to Liberia 1 st , 2 nd , and 3 rd
Universal Periodic Review State Report Drafting Committee, National Executive Coordinator & Co-
Founder-Liberia Independent Advocates for Human Rights (LIAHR), support to elaboration of
Liberia’s 1 st and 2 nd 5 years National Human Rights Action Plan drafting committee, and support to
the elaboration of the current Liberia draft National Action Plan on Business and Human Rights
and formation of the Liberia Business and Human Rights Advocacy Network.
In 2016 June, Melvin join the former UNMIL human rights protection service as Associate Human
Rights Officer, where he co-led program and project coordination and implementation, as well as
led the establishment of the Civil Society Human Rights Advocacy platform, a network of over 25
Human Rights Monitoring and Advocacy CSOs around Liberia, and the Business and Human
Rights Network, a network of CSOs, Liberia Chamber of Commerce, and selected Government
Ministries and Agencies including the Ministry of Justice jointly collaborating on issues of Business
and Human Rights. Currently, he serves at OHCHR Country office as Human Rights Officer, lead
for the office Development Pillar, MnE focal person, and Focal person on Diversity, while
supporting the office International Mechanism and Non-Discrimination Pillars.
He brings with him many years of experience in human rights, Logistics and Civil Society
coordination as well as strong human rights advocacy skills and is an enthusiastic team player
with a strong work ethic and advanced complex problem solving skills.
Ugochukwu Oludare Ogbonna, is from Imo state in Nigeria but Reside at Lagos in Nigeria. He was Born on the 17 of March 1997 in Lagos, Nigeria. He is the Second Kid of 5 Children of Mr Edison Ogbonna and Mrs Chioma Ogbonna, He started Music in 2019 when Released his First Single Named It’s Corona, by then he was called Ijaz but Now he is Called BoiPride after Partnering with the Record label Called BTR Entertainment to Release his first single as BoiPride, and is titled No Condition. He is an artist under The Genre of Afrobeat.
Jennifer Jostis an award winning Speaker, Money Coach & Wealth Advisor. She has been awarded National Associate Advisor of the Year, Presidents Club and Inner Circle, which qualified her for the Million Dollar Round Table. She is a Certified Money Coach, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, Certified Grief Counselor and highest levels of commitments in her field, a Fiduciary Responsibility to her clients as a Registered Investment Advisor.
With over 30 years experience as a successful business owner and meeting with thousands of people as their trusted Wealth Advisor, she came tot he conclusion our emotions around money were not being address in the traditional financial services. So she stepped up and became a Certified Money Coach as well. The full package to help her clients through their Money Life Stages.
But it’s through her own personal story of trials to triumph where Jennifer’s real magic and power lies. 27 years years ago, the unthinkable happened. She lost her 2 beautiful children in a family tragedy.
On her journey from grief to reclaiming life, she found meaning in serving others and guiding women on their paths to empowerment. As Jennifer says, "Women feeling worthy of wealth will change this world!"
Charmaine is an author, outreach leader, and inspirational speaker. Born in Kansas City, MO into a family who struggles with alcohol, drugs, anger, abuse, and poverty. She knows what it is like to become a product of your own environment. Choosing not to become another statistic and moving away from the streets of Kansas City. She now inspires other individuals to choose life for themselves in the midst of daily challenges that they may encounter. She now exposes her story to the world about overcoming alcoholism, sexual perversion, surviving domestic violence, broken relationships, incarceration, failure, anger, abuse, drugs, low self-esteem, abortion, and how the wrong path eventually leads to the right path after discovering her true worth in God. Her faith and trust in God causes her to be a warrior in the spirit realm. Through her story, she hopes to bring deliverance and healing to others. Her goal is to help others overcome strongholds, generational curses, and addictions in their lives. She now has an outreach ministry called Rainbows of Hope giving back to pregnant mothers faced with difficult circumstances
Maggie E. Kanzki is a proud mother, wife, daughter, public speaker, and ICF certified life coach. Maggie retired from American Airlines after a 27 year-long career. Today, Maggie spends her days as a social worker, relationship coach, and CEO of O.M.D (Owning My Destiny) LLC,. In addition to this, Maggie is also the founder of Educating Children and Families Inc.—a (501c3) non-profit. Through that organization, Maggie created “walk in each other’s shoes” a program which provides footwear to several orphanages and churches in the United States and abroad. Maggie is also a supporter of Powerhouse in Hileah, Be Strong, Dr. Flore-Island TV, CBBA in South Dade and many others. She and her husband Rudolf, currently reside in Miami, Florida where she devotes much of her time to serving in several women's organizations. Maggie hopes that readers of Owning Your Destiny will be inspired by the transparency and authenticity of her work and that it leads them to discover abundant victory in their own life.
Jodi "I am a busy working redheaded mom/wife/friend who’s never really grown up at heart!! Doing the show is probably the perfect job for me – since I love to “play” here with the guys every morning. Murphy and I couldn’t stop gazing into each other’s eyes when we first started, so we got married (seriously, he’s my best friend). We have 2 beautiful daughters who challenge and delight us. We also have 5 dogs (can you say pack?) that we are in love with and addicted to. I am passionate about saving homeless animals, binge-watching tv shows, and getting a great deal on clothing & shoes. I was raised a country girl, and she does still live inside of me."
Welcome to my happy place.
more about Rebecca... I’m Rebecca, I help women create the abundant life that deep down, they know they deserve. I work with women across the globe, helping them step into their own power, and claim the abundance as their right! Combining metaphysical teachings, 12 Steps of AA, my time at Princeton and the business savvy I picked up as a top producing salesperson, I help people like you, get extraordinary, long term results. My philosophy divides life into 7 Pillars of Abundance, which include: spiritual, physical, emotional, romantic, mental, social, and financial. The secret to an abundant life is to achieve balance within these seven key areas, allowing you to experience freedom and joy.
Pastor Nettie Ranel, Pastor of Mary Springhill AME Church Shreveport La. Ordained Elder 1994 AME Church, Retired Educator/Principal
Army Veteran, Mother, Grandmother, Inspirational Speaker
Eric Demeche Wade (AKA) E-Boogie is originally from Washington D.C. He loves the Lord and is a born again Christian. The Lord has put him on this earth to make the world Laugh (Proverbs 17:22) He has opened up for some of the top Gospel artist such as Fred Hammond, Donnie McClurkin, Marcus D. Wiley, Lee Williams & The Spiritual QC's, Rickey Dillard, Jonathan Nelson, Tasha Cobbs, Jekalyn Carr, Dorinda Clark Cole, Stacy Lattisaw, Forever Jones, William Becton, and Jay Moss. He has performed on BET COMICVIEW, (TCT)TOTAL CHRISTIAN TELEVISION and for many churches such as Jehovah Jireh Christian Fellowship, St. Stephens Baptist Church, New Horizon, The Soul Factory, Greater Beaulah Baptist Church, Full Gospel Christian Center, Hope Christian Church, Unity Baptist Church, The House Of Prophets International Church Network, Gospel Of Faith, Mt. Ephraim Baptist Church, Charity Community Church of God, New Creation in Christ Baptist Church, International Church of Christ, The Art Gallery Christian Night, Crazy Praise Live ENT, Reid Temple Church, Jewels and Abundance Outreach, Cornerstone Church of Christ, Restoring Life International Church, New Life Christian Fellowship Church, Kingdom of Heaven Ministries, Flint Michigan, Word Tabernacle Baptist Church Philadelphia PA., and many, many more. He has also performed at N/A and A/A conventions.
His gift from GOD is a Ministry called “Healing Humor” and it’s anointed, blessed, prosperous, favored, energetic, hilarious, clean, unique, appreciated and loved. He will remain humble and let GOD use him such that He gets the Glory!
Orlando (Ori) Spado was born on December 17, 1944 in Rome, New York where he attended high school at Rome Free Academy. At the age of 18, Ori joined the U.S. Army and served his country proudly and was discharged honorably in 1966. He returned to Rome and had various jobs until he sold insurance for the Prudential Insurance Company where he was a leading agent. After his first marriage and three children, Ori moved to San Francisco where he married his second wife and then after another divorce he moved to Beverly Hills, California where he became known as a Hollywood fixer doing favors for A-list celebrities and others. People referred to him as the Hollywood Mob Boss.
In 2008 he was arrested at his home in Beverly Hills and brought to Brooklyn on a Colombo crime family RICO indictment. He has enjoyed a friendship with the legendary underboss Sonny Franzese of the Colombo family for over 40 years and remains friends to this day. In addition, he has known the bosses of several mafia families throughout the U.S., having known Frank Costello, Meyer Lansky, Russell Bufalino, Carlo Marcello and Joey Pyle from London.
Ori finished his time at the U.S. Federal prison in Lompoc and returned to Beverly Hills, where he is involved in a few film projects and other legitimate business.
This is the true story of his life, he lived it, he owns it and takes full responsibility for his actions of the past.
Ori hopes that with releasing his book that if he can keep just one person from entering the life of crime, it was well worth it.
"Blessings in Freedom" is a journey of deliverance. It's the story of a young boy being sexually abused, as a child, all the while growing up in the church. Sexual identity and rejection issues are major components in this story. After much suffering, the end result is freedom, deliverance, forgiveness, and a new identity only found in Jesus Christ. It's a testimony about the life-changing power of God. Book can be purchased on Amazon
Morning Soulshine with Bridget and Ramon Carter! Incarcerated at the age of 22 Ramon Carter shares his story of God’s redemption and restoration. He is now a teacher of God’s Word an educator with a bachelor and masters degree in psychology and criminal justice. He also has a doctorate in organizational leadership. As a business owner and musician, He gives God all the praise!
Wayne T. Richards is the founder of Deliverance Chronicles and has developed platforms on various social outlets, using monikers, Deliverance Chronicles, Mr. One Minute Motivation. He is also an author, singer-songwriter, Crypto, Real Estate Investor, Serial Entrepreneur. Wayne is currently an Adam Clayton Powell fellow at New York Theological Seminary on track to receive his Doctorate in Ministry in the spring of 2022. Wayne is the former president of the student association of New York Theological Seminary 2015-2018, and currently working on several manuscripts regarding various topics. He has completed or assisted in numerous deliverances sessions in the past eleven years. He is an avid speaker and teacher, lecturer of biblical exegesis including the tops of deliverance and inner healing and liberation. These topics also include the Western Theological Paradox in Christianity where we serve a spiritual God but we do it from a carnal perspective. As a Deliverance minister lecturer, author, songwriter his greatest achievement is that God uses him to liberate humanity. He is following in the footsteps of a new tribe of apostles empowered to lead the world in deliverance and liberation
M'Shairi Bree is an author, domestic violence advocate, strategist, and speaker. She would best characterize herself as a servant. A powerful speaker, M’Shairi shares her experience and her heart mainly with women, but has the ability to reach men, and teens at conferences, workshops and other speaking events. She wars to help others win their battle! www.mshairibree.com
Brother Gifted Founder & CEO of Medianus Inc. Specialize in Biblical board games, he also is does civil and criminal paralegal work on a lawyer's scale. After having a Damascus Road experience in 2005 while serving a 30-year sentence in prison, Brother Gifted turned his life over to God and is now telling his story of God's amazing grace. Married to Best Selling Author Harlem Holiday, Brother Gifted is sharing the word of God on Clubhouse Monday, Thursday and Sundays at 5pm.
Evangelist Naja Alston purpose is of servanthood. She is committed and prepared to serve with setting humanity free from the life of sin and assistance in gaining a closer relationship with Christ through the gift of prophecy!! Follow Evangelist Naja Alston on Instagram @naja_followerofchrist. Evangelist Alston testimony is available on You Tube "I left Witchcraft for Jesus and a Demon punched me in the chest" Naja Alston @naja_followerofchrist - YouTube
Multiple chart-topping independent recording artist and songwriter Titus Showers, a native of Hammond, Louisiana is definitely an artist to watch! Two Stellar Award nominations, two #1 gospel albums, a #1 radio single and five career top 30 songs. On YouTube, he has eclipsed 1 million views. And he’s rocked national TV performances such as the 2021 Presidential Inauguration Gospel Celebration for the 46th President Joe Biden, BET’s 2020 Stellar Awards, CBN’s The 700 Club, BET’s Bobby Jones Gospel Show and Stellar Tribute to the Holidays to name a few.
On January 15, 2021, he digitally released a powerful new song “We Need You” and its exactly what we all need right now. The record, which was produced by Vaughan Phoenix and written by Titus, Ernest Vaughan and Owen Nixon is the follow-up to his radio hit, “It’s Gonna Be Alright” remix featuring Jermaine Dolly, which reached #1 on the Billboard Gospel Airplay chart in October 2020, spending 11 consecutive weeks in the Top 10. On the Hot Gospel Songs chart, the song cracked Top 10 peaking at #9, while his digital release of the classic cover tune “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas” (Nov. 27, 2020) landed on iTunes Top 200 Holiday Digital Song chart.
Titus released his first solo project in May 2019, an EP titled, Who? (A&P Records/UAMG/Sony/The Orchard), which debuted at #1 on Billboard’s Top Gospel Albums chart, #9 on Independent Albums chart, #18 on Emerging Artist chart, #32 on Current Album Sales chart. At the time of its release, Who? (EP) was the highest gospel album sales debut by a new artist and the third highest gospel album debut by any gospel artist. Who? Landed a #38 position on Billboard’s 2019 Year-End Top Gospel Album chart. The EP’s first single “In His Name” landed at #7 on Billboard’s Digital Song Sales chart.
Leon R. Walker Jr. from Cleveland, Ohio, is a 32 year decorated Naval Veteran with more than eleven deployments to the Persian Gulf and other areas of conflict throughout the world. Leon sailed the seas for fifteen years on five different Naval vessels. As a Navy Instructor, Recruiter, and Company Commander (Drill Sergeant), he was trained, qualified, and trusted to lead thousands of Sailors during his career.
He and his Sailors received numerous awards and accolades. A well-spoken and articulate mentor, teacher, and motivational speaker, his love and passion are people from all walks of life.
Growing up poor in Cleveland, Leon had no choice but to be mentally strong to overcome numerous obstacles. Then he wrote about them with a goal of helping those in need. An author of 6 more books soon to be released, Leon currently performs his duties as a teacher at a local high school in Chicago.
Summer Steib LSU Women Center Director talks to us about April Sexual Assault Awareness Monthe exhibit " What I Wore"
The LSU Lighthouse Program is having their annual “What I Wore” Exhibit in the month of April during Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
The “What I Wore” exhibit is a display of items worn by sexual assault survivors and art created by them or others who support them. This exhibit is meant to prompt thoughts and open dialogue surrounding the topic of victim blaming. It is a space for survivors’ voices to be heard. The exhibits will be held in the LSU Student Union Art Gallery and on the 2nd floor of the Main Library during the entire month of April for Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Items will be displayed anonymously.
Art is a powerful avenue for healing and this exhibit offers a space for those impacted directly and indirectly by sexual assault to express themselves with the support of the LSU Community.
Summer Steib LSU Women Center Director talks to us about April Sexual Assault Awareness Monthe exhibit " What I Wore"
The LSU Lighthouse Program is having their annual “What I Wore” Exhibit in the month of April during Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
The “What I Wore” exhibit is a display of items worn by sexual assault survivors and art created by them or others who support them. This exhibit is meant to prompt thoughts and open dialogue surrounding the topic of victim blaming. It is a space for survivors’ voices to be heard. The exhibits will be held in the LSU Student Union Art Gallery and on the 2nd floor of the Main Library during the entire month of April for Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Items will be displayed anonymously.
Art is a powerful avenue for healing and this exhibit offers a space for those impacted directly and indirectly by sexual assault to express themselves with the support of the LSU Community.
Chris Wegmann, Veteran Radio Industry Executive join me to talk about goal setting, fostering meaningful work and meaningful relationships, building cohesive teams, nurturing future leaders, the importance of feedback. Great Interview!
Chris Wegmann, Veteran Radio Industry Executive join me to talk about goal setting, fostering meaningful work and meaningful relationships, building cohesive teams, nurturing future leaders, the importance of feedback. Great Interview!
Wayne T. Richards is the founder of Deliverance Chronicles.
Wayne has developed platforms on various social outlets, using monikers, Deliverance Chronicles, Mr. One Minute Motivation. He is also an author, singer-songwriter, Crypto, Real Estate Investor, Serial Entrepreneur. Wayne is currently an Adam Clayton Powell fellow at New York Theological Seminary on track to receive his Doctorate in Ministry in the spring of 2022. Wayne is the former president of the student association of New York Theological Seminary 2015-2018, and currently working on several manuscripts regarding various topics. He has completed or assisted in numerous deliverances sessions in the past eleven years. He is an avid speaker and teacher, lecturer of biblical exegesis including the tops of deliverance and inner healing and liberation. These topics also include the Western Theological Paradox in Christianity where we serve a spiritual God but we do it from a carnal perspective. As a Deliverance minister lecturer, author, songwriter his greatest achievement is that God uses him to liberate humanity. He is following in the footsteps of a new tribe of apostles empowered to lead the world in deliverance and liberation.
Bakar Olatunji Bey is a passionate, accountable, and benevolent leader committed to helping people develop foundational life skills to elevate into the highest expressions of themselves. He is a published author, keynote speaker and spoken word poet, engineer, educator, financial advocate, and an enterprising entrepreneur. Coach Bey is the creator of his foundational life coaching practice, Habit2Greatness LLC Accountability+ Coaching, whose mission is to guide professionals to make every moment count. bit.ly/discoverH2G
Award-winning Speaker and bestselling author Elizabeth Duncan-Hawker has trained thousands of professionals to increase sales, generate referrals, and develop collaborations. Her expertise is improving the customer experience, boosting employees’ social skills, and helping employers retain top talent. Whether she’s coaching from a live or virtual stage, or consulting entrepreneurs and organizations in her workshops, her strategies and techniques enable busy leaders to achieve business growth.
Award-winning Speaker and bestselling author Elizabeth Duncan-Hawker has trained thousands of professionals to increase sales, generate referrals, and develop collaborations. Her expertise is improving the customer experience, boosting employees’ social skills, and helping employers retain top talent. Whether she’s coaching from a live or virtual stage, or consulting entrepreneurs and organizations in her workshops, her strategies and techniques enable busy leaders to achieve business growth.
Mr. Joe Dupree- Anderson 1st Black Program Director of an ESPN Radio affiliate in Louisiana, Icon and Community Activist
Owner/Operator/Gamer at 4Fun Gaming
Owner /General Manager at 100 BLK
Former Program Director /Morning Show Host The Real Z1059
Former HBCU & SWAC Advisor/On Air Personality at ESPN Radio
Tamika Baldwin is a born-again believer. Her rebirth encounter took place January 31, 2010. She is an honorable mother of four children as well as a grandmother of seven grandchildren. She currently resides in South Florida and has gracefully and faithfully stayed the course of submitting to Leadership at Bread of Life Christian Center for the past eleven years, where she has devoted her time to serve as a Pulpit Assistant, on the Prayer Team, Hospitality Team, Ministry in Dance, as well as the Youth Ministry. Tamika is an author of Finally Free to me Me.
Dysfunction masks itself in our lives until it no longer can. It grows along with you, goes undetected, secretly sabotages your efforts and leaves you feeling powerless. The right set of circumstances, however, will unearth and expose it for exactly what it is, a generational, childhood induced trauma, that is later reinforced by media, society, establishments and institutions and various life experiences.
Experience one woman's journey as she Came to know the healing and liberating power of God's love, was able to accept the truth about her past hurts and pain, was able to live again and is now helping others discover that they can too.
To all the troubled teens, young mothers, and hurting women dealing with rejection, fatherlessness, low self-esteem, depression, insecurities and feelings of emptiness, this book is written with YOU in mind!
Yolanda Carter is a survivor of domestic violence, an advocate and a writer of One Eye Witness: Breaking the Silence After Domestic Violence is the title of her book.
March 22, 2016, Yolanda was fighting for her life, after waking up in a pool of blood. Her boyfriend beat her on the head with a hammer leaving her for dead. Her left eye is gone and every bone in her face was broken. Yolanda Carter lives to tell her story to help others who are living in a domestic violence situation.
Bakar Olatunji Bey is a passionate, accountable, and benevolent leader committed to helping people develop foundational life skills to elevate into the highest expressions of themselves. He is a published author, keynote speaker and spoken word poet, engineer, educator, financial advocate, and an enterprising entrepreneur. Coach Bey is the creator of his foundational life coaching practice, Habit2Greatness LLC Accountability+ Coaching, whose mission is to guide professionals to make every moment count. bit.ly/discoverH2G
An articulate speaker, scholar, author, philanthropist, superb organizer and outstanding team player, Donovan L. Segura, Ph.D. has earned promotion within the academy of Higher Education.
Donovan Segura was recently appointed by the Southern University Board of Supervisors to serve as one of the Associate Vice Chancellors and Professor of of Public Policy and Public Administration on the campus of the only Historically Black College System in the Nation-Southern University and A&M College in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
A native of Crowley Louisiana, Segura earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science, a Master of Arts degree in social science, and a Doctor of Philosophy in public policy administration (at age twenty-nine) all from Southern University and A&M College in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Without question, he has increased awareness of Southern University’s institutional brand and enhanced its recognition. In January (2020), Dr. Segura was appointed as a Board Member to Louisiana’s longest running AmeriCorps program, Serve Louisiana, which engages young adults in public service work that helps the critical needs of the communities among the State of Louisiana. Dr. Segura holds active membership in Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated where he serves as the Parliamentarian within the Beta Iota Lambda Chapter seated in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
REV. DR. ALICE HUBBARD CRENSHAW Pastor of Turner Chapel AME Church Greenwood Ms. BS Business Administration, MS Public
Administration, MPS Pastoral Services, Ph.D. in Theology Trinity Theological Seminary. Extensive career in helping assist the community with
housing on the Federal, State and City levels. Annual Gathering of Women Conference bringing awareness to issues that affect women such as
domestic violence awareness, HIV education, Human trafficking awareness and a wide variety of other services.
Bakar Olatunji Bey is a passionate, accountable, and benevolent leader committed to helping people develop foundational life skills to elevate into the highest expressions of themselves. He is a published author, keynote speaker and spoken word poet, engineer, educator, financial advocate, and an enterprising entrepreneur. Coach Bey is the creator of his foundational life coaching practice, Habit2Greatness LLC Accountability+ Coaching, whose mission is to guide professionals to make every moment count. bit.ly/discoverH2G
Bakar Olatunji Bey is a passionate, accountable, and benevolent leader committed to helping people develop foundational life skills to elevate into the highest expressions of themselves. He is a published author, keynote speaker and spoken word poet, engineer, educator, financial advocate, and an enterprising entrepreneur. Coach Bey is the creator of his foundational life coaching practice, Habit2Greatness LLC Accountability+ Coaching, whose mission is to guide professionals to make every moment count. bit.ly/discoverH2G
Thanksgiving is a time for us to give thanks to God for His bountiful blessings but most important His Son Jesus Christ who died on the cross for our sins.
Carmelo Bonanno Owner of EdibleArtCakesMargaretriver West Australia share with us his story of being a master art cake designer and he also shares the story of the cross.
Colossians 1:20 says, “and through Him to reconcile all things to Himself, whether things on earth or things in heaven have made peace through the blood of His cross.” Later in Colossians 2:14, Paul states, “having canceled the certificate of debt consisting of decrees against us, which was hostile to us; and He has taken it out of the way, having nailed it to the cross.”
REV. ROSELINE S. BARNES from the Township of Kingsville, Montserrado County, Liberia , A mother of 2 kids (Joshua and Nancy)
A graduate of the Bryant Theological Seminary, AME University, Liberia A student at the AME University Graduate School
Pastor, Mason Memorial AME Church, Sinkor, Old Road, Monrovia, Liberia 1st Vice President Women In Ministry 14th Episcopal District
Administrative Assistant Bishop 14th Episcopal District.
REV. DR. ALICE HUBBARD CRENSHAW Pastor of Turner Chapel AME Church Greenwood Ms. BS Business Administration, MS Public
Administration, MPS Pastoral Services, Ph.D. in Theology Trinity Theological Seminary. Extensive career in helping assist the community with
housing on the Federal, State and City levels. Annual Gathering of Women Conference bringing awareness to issues that affect women such as
domestic violence awareness, HIV education, Human trafficking awareness and a wide variety of other services.
Tonya is a global intersectional leader with 35-years of experience
as a community organizer and movement maker. She is the
President & CEO of Lovelace Consulting Services, Inc. (LCSI), an
independent consulting firm that provides high-level consulting,
needs assessment, facilitation, coaching, technical assistance, and
training to individuals, organizations, and systems seeking social,
political, and professional transformation. LCSI is dedicated to
creating inclusive policies and environments, providing vital support
to those frequently overlooked. Current and recent clients include Global Men Engage,
Safe Sisters Circle, North American Men Engage Network (NAMEN), Black Women’s
Blueprint, and Teaneck Film Festival.
Tonya has spent 25 of those years working in the nonprofit organization management
industry and assisting local, state, national, Tribal, corporate, and government agencies
and entities in reaching those on the margins of the margins, working to end violence
against all genders and communities. As a survivor of child sexual assault, bullying,
teen dating violence, domestic violence, and anti-Blackness and the targeting of Black
women in leadership, the work to end structural racism, discrimination, violence, and
anti-Blackness is core to who Tonya is.
K.M Summers Public Relations CEO and Vice President of Tell The Truth Domestic Violence Awareness Organization
M'Shairi Bree She would best characterize herself as a servant. A powerful speaker, M’Shairi shares her experience and her heart mainly with women, but has the ability to reach men, and teens at conferences, workshops and other speaking events. She wars to help others win their battle! This warrior is not only an author, but a leader in all she puts her hands to. M’Shairi is proud to be the mother to teenage twins and takes this particular role more seriously than any other role she has been entrusted with.
“I am a proud native of Brooklyn, NY and long time resident of Huntsville, AL. When I say the only thing I haven’t experienced is hard drugs, it is true. From low self-esteem and eating disorders to molestation, rape, alcoholism and everything in between. My survival of domestic violence helped me realize my passions and my purpose. I am here to help push people into their God given purpose while loving on them with a genuine Christ like love. Everything I have been through has set me up for my breakthrough! The fight to thrive and not let life overtake me, steal my sanity, my love, and my salvation has equipped me to help others no matter their journey or fight. I genuinely love people and love to see them succeed and become the “Younique” person they were created for.” M'Shairi Bree
My name is Kandis McBride. I am a mother of three, Surviving Domestic Violence and the founder of Seven Purple Petals a Non-profit Domestic Violence Awareness Organization. My life’s is purpose to speak out and let others know there’s never a reason to stay in toxic abusive relationships. In 2018, when asked to share my story, of course I said yes with a smile. I formally accepted the invitation and was given my time allotted to speak, I texted back “Great,” with a smile emoji, all the while thinking, am I ready for this. I shared a very small portion of my story at an event with a few ladies from a woman’s group. Even then I wondered, am I truly ready to allow strangers a tiny peek into this window of my life. There are so many other windows; windows of achievement, windows of what seems like happiness, windows of smiles and laughter. But this window shows hurt, anger, tears, shamefulness, and abuse, this view is not pretty. The tiniest peek through these blinds show a little girl growing up seeing her mom get physically abused. It shows a little girl holding her bleeding mom in her arms begging God to please not let her mother die after being shot multiple times while simultaneously protecting her 2-year-old brother from the sight of his father pulling the trigger on himself, laying on the ground next to us with his brains splattered everywhere. This window shows me getting hit for the 1sttime by an 8thgrade boyfriend. This window shows me an adult woman dealing with 9 years of abuse beginning at the early age of 16 from one partner, leaving, immediately entering another 5 years and almost dying multiple times by the hands of a new abuser that now fathers my kids. This window shows the moment I laid down and gave up. The moment I gave up on my kids and my life all at the same time. It shows the many moments I thought death would be better than the life I was living. Who wanted to look into this window? More importantly did I have the courage to open the blinds to allow total strangers a tiny peek? Suddenly was taken aback and I quickly realized I had been given an assignment. My life trials had become my purpose. I quickly realized if I didn’t tell my story and speak out other women would remain in a situation that she desperately needed and wanted to escape but didn’t know how. I realized I had been battling domestic violence daily for almost my entire life. Finally, I was reminded I am a conqueror, I have the victory and God has the ability to break generational curses, break chains, remove strong holds and break soul ties. June 17, 2016 decided to LIVE and not die. October 2016 birthed Seven Purple Petals. Why Seven Purple Petals? Seven is the average number of times a victim will return their abuser before finally leaving. Purple not only represents bruising (black eyes, busted lips, choke marks), it represents something so much bigger. Purple represents power, royalty, nobility, devotion, peace and ambition. Petals represents the beautiful lotus flower, which is a symbol of purity, enlightenment, self-regeneration and rebirth. What’s so amazing about this flower is its roots and grounded in the muddiest, dirtiest, darkest waters but despite its surroundings the lotus rises above the surface and the most remarkable most beautiful flower blooms. My message to all Victims; No matter how dark or ugly your circumstance looks, you have power in your voice and you’re destined to blossom into beauty. Breaking the silence, speaking out and no more suffering in silence brings beauty. You’re a force. Stand strong, speak loudly and show others their situation does not have to be until death.225-316-9448SevenPurplePetals@Gmail.com
Shelia Franklin-Cole was the Training and Technical assistance Coordinator at the Louisiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence. Shelia joined LCADV in 2008 as a Project Coordinator. Prior to working at LCADV, Shelia spent 9 years at the Capital Area Family Violence Intervention Center (C.A.F.V.I.C.), the local domestic violence service provider in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Shelia provided training and technical assistance to the 20 domestic violence programs throughout Louisiana. She also provided trainings for allied professionals at state, regional events, several national trainings and was responsible for maintaining Louisiana’s statewide domestic violence hotline. Shelia served on the Louisiana Interagency Action Council on Homelessness (LIACH) and the Louisiana Commission of Law Enforcement (LCLE).
Shelia has also done trainings for the National Network to End Domestic Violence and the Women of Color Network. She shared her knowledge of working with incarcerated battered women with domestic violence advocates in the state of Kentucky.
Shelia began working in the domestic violence field as a student intern at C.A.F.V.I.C. Upon completion of her internship, she served as a crisis line volunteer for six months before becoming a full-time employee. During her employment with C.A.F.V.I.C., Shelia held many positions within the agency, including: non-residential advocate, residential advocate, outreach advocate, and shelter coordinator. In her role as shelter coordinator, she was responsible for the management and upkeep of the 65 bed shelter as well as the supervision of 16 employees. Shelia also served as a group facilitator at the Louisiana Correctional Institute for Women, one of the longest running support groups for incarcerated women in the nation.
For the past seven years, Shelia has worked with Alzheimer patients , and patients with mental and physical disabilities.
Shelia earned a B.A. in Human Ecology with a concentration in Family, Child Consumer Science/ Human Service Management from Louisiana State University. She also attended Baton Rouge Regional Technical Institute, where she earned an Associate Degree in Computer Networking.
Yolanda Carter is a survivor of domestic violence, an advocate and a writer of One Eye Witness: Breaking the Silence After Domestic Violence is the title of her book.
March 22, 2016, Yolanda was fighting for her life, after waking up in a pool of blood. Her boyfriend beat her on the head with a hammer leaving her for dead. Her left eye is gone and every bone in her face was broken. Yolanda Carter lives to tell her story to help others who are living in a domestic violence situation.
Lauren Eve Greco NASM, CPT, CNC Certified Personal Trainer & Nutrition Coach In Home and Online
Facebook @bodybylauren
Instagram @stpetebodybylauren
Hi my name is Stephanie Strom and I'm a Survivor of domestic abuse and human trafficking. I was living a life of domestic abuse while being coerced to prostitute for over 20 years. I finally left the lifestyle 7 years ago. Through my journey of healing
I found a stronger relationship with God, peace, my husband and myself.
In the last few years I have actually helped three women get out of domestic violent relationships and that's where I found my purpose, and that is to end exploitation and violence globally. One thing great about having the experience is that it helps people listen to what I have to say. So from helping others I'm now on a journey of starting a nonprofit which will connect survivors of trafficking and domestic abuse with supportive resources to achieve personal long-term (recovery) goals.
I have over 7,000 followers on my Facebook page which is under Lady Storm Healing and everyday I'm building on my Instagram which is @ladystorm._ On those pages I share motivational and informational quotes written by myself and my peers. I also have a podcast called Lady Storm where I share my personal stories and always end with offering a resource to help survivors or their family and friends.
This episode is a conversation with Attorney Angela Gatlin Keys as we discuss the laws in regards to domestic violence and the importance of restraining orders.
Angela Gatlin Keys was born in Shreveport, Louisiana. The last of seven children, she was always called the “smarty-pants” of the family (for her grades and her mouth). She first learned that she liked helping “the little people” when she was a sophomore in high school. Her father, who served as Union and Labor President at the VA Hospital, made her sit down one night and write out a grievance complaint against one of the supervisors who had wronged a nurses aid. She enjoyed the process so much that she began to help her dad on a regular basis. They would often sit at the kitchen table and hash out the complaints, study the regulations and write out formal complaints. This father-daughter collaboration resulted in a changed environment for the VA employees during his tenure and sparked Angela’s interest in the law.
After graduating from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, she married her college sweetheart and they began a family. A few years later, Angela fulfilled her life long dream and was accepted at Loyola University School of Law in New Orleans. She started law school with two small children and graduated with 3. At one point, everyone in the household was in school and she and the kids did their homework together at the library.
She practiced a variety of law disciplines for several years and then assumed a position with the 4th Circuit Court of Appeal. In 2005, Hurricane Katrina forced her family to relocate to Shreveport where they remained “longer than they planned.” They eventually landed in the DFW area in 2014. She became a licensed attorney in Texas in 2016, a licensed realtor in 2018, and published her first book, which is based on her blog, “A Woman’s Wit,” in July 2020.
Angela is the mother of three and is the Gigi of two grandbabies – affectionately called Ladybug. & JuJubug. She’s also a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority and has served as Praise and Worship Leader/Minister of Music at a variety of churches for most of her adult life.
On today's podcast we welcome Tony Richard, Artist, Rapper, Poet. Tony was born in Houston Texas and raised in Lafayette, La. Grittyvibes.com describes Tony as "An Artist for the Culture". Tony is well known for his portraits of athletes and musicians such as Jay Z, Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, Sade and many more. Tony has also established himself as Rap Artist with music featured on Spotify and other streaming platforms. He is married with one daughter and resides in Houston Tx. to commission any of his work please contact him through social media Instagram tonyri_chard Facebook Tony Ri'chard.
Pleasant words are as an honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.
Proverbs 16:24
Dear friend, I pray that you may enjoy good health and that all may go well with you, even as your soul is getting along well.
3 John 1:2
My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; Knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience. But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing. James 1: 2- 4
Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.
Colossians 3:16
A merry heart doeth good like a medicine: but a broken spirit drieth the bones. Proverbs 17:22
Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us.
Hebrews 12:1
Behold, the Lord's hand is not shortened, that it cannot save; neither his ear heavy, that it cannot hear:
But your iniquities have separated between you and your God, and your sins have hid his face from you, that he will not hear.
For your hands are defiled with blood, and your fingers with iniquity; your lips have spoken lies, your tongue hath muttered perverseness.
Isaiah 59:1-3
"The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit."
(Psalm 34:18)
Know therefore that the LORD your God is God, the faithful God who keeps His covenant of loving devotion for a thousand generations of those who love Him and keep His commandments. Deuteronomy 7:9
I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus. Philippians 3:14
Be strong and of good courage, do not fear nor be afraid of them; for the LORD your God, He is the One who goes with you.
Deuteronomy 31:6
A forgiving heart will release the promises of God
Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. Colossians 3:13
Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you: Matthew 7:7 Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me. Revelation 3:20
Though He slay me, yet will I trust Him. Even so, I will defend my own ways before Him. Job 13:15
God grant me the serenity
To accept the things I cannot change;
Courage to change the things I can;
And wisdom to know the difference.
Living one day at a time;
Enjoying one moment at a time;
Accepting hardships as the pathway to peace;
Taking, as He did, this sinful world
As it is, not as I would have it;
Trusting that He will make things right
If I surrender to His Will;
So that I may be reasonably happy in this life
And supremely happy with Him
Forever and ever in the next.
Amen.
As far as the east is from the west, so far hath he removed our transgressions from us.
Psalm 103.12
Nothing! Nothing! is too hard for God!
All things were made through Him, and without Him nothing was made that was made
John 1:3
Don't tell me what God can't do! God is a healer! My mother was admitted in the hospital March 2019 with a infection that was in her blood stream and moved to her heart. The antibiotics cleared the blood stream but the heart needed surgery. The doctors were not very optimistic about her surgery because of her age, the operation being her 2nd open heart surgery, her being a dialysis patient and her health was steadily declining. But God! Surgery was done on May 15th 2019, doctors were amazed at how well she came through. Psalm 34:4 “I sought the Lord, and he answered me and delivered me from all my fears.” – Psalm 34:4 ESV
Jeremiah 29:13 And you will seek Me and find Me, when you search for Me with all your heart.
1 Corinthians 6:19-20
Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have from God, and that you are not your own? For you have been bought with a price: therefore glorify God in your body.
Psalms 30:5 “For his anger endureth but a moment; in his favour is life: weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning.” King James Version (KJV)
I will praise You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; Marvelous are Your works, And that my soul knows very well Psalm 139:14
What does God's word says about 1.Self Affirmation 2. Self Empowerment 3. Self Worth
Philippians 4:8
Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy—meditate on these things.