Woman, Where is Your Confidence?-Be Confident in Christ: Recent Episodes
Michele Bowman
Have you believed a lie of false confidence that you get from something outside of Christ?
If you are a Christian woman, and you desire to have the right mindset when it comes to confidence then you are in the right place. The world had taught us to put our confidence in too many things that don’t line up with God’s Word.
Join me on this journey as we debunk lies we have believed and transform our minds with Truth from God’s Word so we can walk Confident in Christ alone.
We spend most ofour time in our home so it should be a pleasant and comfortable place to be,right?
But it should notbecome an idol. Our confidence or valueof who we are should not come from our home.
There are fourthings a home should be: safe, comfortable, pleasant, and clean.
Now don’t get mewrong, it’s alright to have a nice home, but don’t let it become an idol youworship. I know you are thinking “Iwould never make my home an idol.” I amsure you would never intentionally do that.
Let’s talk abouthow it might be an idol and you don’t even realize it. It’s okay friend. This is not judgement. This is us having real talk about real lifeand lies we have been taught.
How about a fourletter word that people may get embarrassed about when talking to others?
Rent.
Have you everfelt less than because you were renting and not buying your home?
You might haveeven noticed someone’s facial expression change as if they were judging youbecause you were renting. I am sorry if that happened to you. I have experienced that in the past and it’sjust silly.
Our value shouldnot come from whether we own or rent a home. Just like it should not come from how old or new, how big or small, oranything else about the place we live.
Unfortunately, Americanculture has made the size of our home a status symbol.
I amcurious.
Do you think theIsraelites ever compared their tents?
Do you thinkpioneers compared their log cabins?
Maybe they did,maybe they didn’t.
But we aretalking about us right now.
Do you get aproud feeling when someone says, “You have a beautiful home,”?
Do you get yourfeelings hurt if someone does not compliment your home?
Do you compareyour home to everyone else’s that you see?
Do you look forthings that are wrong with other people’s homes and feel proud because yourhome is not like that?
I know these maybe hard questions to answer. If they areI pray you will ask God to help you to view your home and the homes of othersin a different light.
As believer’s andfollowers of Christ we are not supposed to be caught up in our possessions somuch that we get our identity and worth from them.
Some people loveto decorate, and they have a real gift for it. I applaud you if you are one of those. Just make sure you’re decorating for your family and yourself, not forsocial media.
We and our familyshould have a home that is pleasant.
Making your homecozy and inviting if you have the gift of hospitality, does not have to be aproblem.
Hospitality is awonderful way to encourage others. Youknow I am all about that.
Make your home asafe place for your family and others so that they know when they are there,they will not be treated as the world treats people.
It's you and yourwillingness to invite people in that’s the gift.
It’s you thatwill cause them to want to be there not your home or possessions.
Have you everbeen to someone’s home and it did not look like anyone lived there?
It’s totallyalright for you not to have the “perfect” home. I want you to remember that if you are worried about someone visitingand afraid they will judge your home, then you probably need to check yourheart.
We are not livingby the opinions of other people any longer, are we?
Say it with me,“I am not living by the opinions of other people. I am living a godly life and do everything asunto the Lord.’
I hope you arestill with me and haven’t thrown the book in the trash or across the room.
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This is such a big subject that everyone has an opinion about, don’t they? I know I shared in the body chapter aboutgoing on fad diets to lose weight and be a certain “acceptable” size.
I want this portion of the book to be about how amazing food is for us and hopefully changethe way you look at it.
I will admit that in the past I had a very distorted view of food. It was in two categories. I labeled it either “good” or “bad”.
If it helped me lose weight it was considered good. Anyother results would mean it was bad. Iused to view potatoes as the enemy.
But there was a time in the early 90’s when a blonde woman with short spiky hair made rice andpotatoes popular as a way of losing weight for about 5 minutes. If you remember her you are my age or older.
I will always say the best way of eating is eating real food. But if you eat a donut, it’s not the end of the world.
What is realfood? Real food is minimally processedfoods like fruits, vegetables, fish, meat, nuts, and seeds.
Stop going on “diets” that have a deadline. You need to approach your eating habitswith how you want to live the rest of your life.
Stop thinking that if you indulge in your favorite dessert occasionally that you area failure. I can’t tell you how manytimes I have eaten my favorite cookie or some good ole southern Banana Puddingand had feelings of guilt. Do you knowhow crazy it sounds when you allow food to make you feel bad? I know we have been programmed this way.
How many times have you allowed this guilt feeling to turn into a binge festbecause you wanted to get all the “bad” foods in before you started your “diet”again on Monday?
It’s only Thursday and you might as well enjoy the weekend and eat all you canright?
Wrong!!! We have to let go of these lies we have beentaught about eating being all or nothing.
It’s the same for your exercise schedule. Are you exercising every day? Do you feellike a failure if you don’t go to the gym 6-7 days a week? I know I felt that way many times. I even felt guilty for not working out.
There have been plenty of times where I felt like I needed to workout extra because Iate too much. Now I do strength trainingwith weights three times a week and enjoy walking a mile or two a couple oftimes a week.
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Moving forward to one of the two biggest areas (no pun intended) of my life I have struggled with for over forty years, my body size and shape. It has just been in the couple of years that I have gained a much healthier view of my body. One of the biggest weights you will ever drop is stop worrying about the opinions of others. Anyone who follows me on social media knows I am a huge advocate of eating more real food than anything else. But I won’t lie, I love a good meat lovers pizza and white chocolate macadamia nut cookies. There needs to be a balance. We will talk about a healthy relationship with food after we talk about body image.Part of the balance should not have anything to do with the size or shape of your body. Listen to this chapter and be sure and share with other women that you believe need to hear this message.
I am so glad you are still here after reading the clothing chapter. Most likely this one will step on your toes. But I pray you will receive it as love from one sister to another. I am only sharing these things with you to help you find freedom that you don’t even realize you are missing. When my eyes were opened, I started questioning everything I had been taught and realized the enormous amount of lies I believed. In this chapter we are going to expose lies that we have been taught about our face and body. How many promises have you heard about a product or service that will improve your outward appearance?“Check out this miracle wrinkle erasing cream.”“Look at this super-duper eyelid lifting lotion.”“You need this cellulite blaster.”“Get the body you have always dreamed.”“Checkout how I went from a size 12 to size 2 in 3 months.” We could go on and on with these one liners we see and hear everywhere. How many of them have you believed? I confess I have believed many of them and allowed my body image to be distorted by these “promises” from total strangers most likely trying to sell me something. Before those of you who sell skin care get your feathers ruffled, please hear me out. I am a huge advocate of helping women have healthy skin. Good skin care is a great way to help prevent skin cancer, psoriasis, and other skin conditions. But marketing products to “help” women with their “flaws” is a part of the problem. When we tell women it’s not acceptable to look whatever age they are, we make them think that there is something wrong with them. Be sure and listen to this episode to be encouraged and stop believing lies. Order the book on Amazon https://amzn.to/3ViCEJ3
Who are you wearing?” That’s the question they ask the “popular” crowd as they stop and pose so they can be photographed on the red carpet. Personally, I haven’t watched awards shows in years. The same “stars” are judged the next day and their choice of clothing is either praised or trashed. Have you ever let what others think about your clothing determine what you wear? I know I have done this many times. Now let me confess about my who are you wearing era. Confession is good for the soul, and I pray it helps you know that you are not alone. I remember the first time I thought “who” I was wearing mattered. The summer between 8th and 9th grade I learned about designer jeans and shoes. I was looking in my TEEN magazine to see what types of clothes I should look for when my mom took me school shopping. The emphasis was on the label across the right back side. It was a person’s name. Back then the popular names were Jordache, Pierre Cardin, Gloria Vanderbilt, Calvin Klein, and others. Did you wear any of these? These designer jeans ran between $40-$50. Now that I look back that was a lot of money in the early 80’s to spend on a 14-year-old girl whose body was constantly changing. Be sure and listen to this episode for more on our clothing compared to our confidence in Christ.
What’s the one thing that has been a blessing and a curse for the way women and girls see their worth? Did you guess social media? WINNER WINNER chicken dinner! I am not sure where that came from but it fits if you guessed right.Don’t you agree that social media has changed the way we do so many things? Before social media we had TV, magazines, and billboards telling us what types of things would make us look “perfect” and be more popular. Those of us that have been around a while realized that everything, we saw was not always real. There was a thing called airbrushing and trick photography that they used in advertising. Then along came the internet. We started seeing all the beautiful ads of those seemingly famous people we knew and wondered how much they were getting paid to promote that product. Then if you are like me, you start yelling at the computer or smartphone, “Can’t people see that this supermodel from thirty years ago selling anti-aging cream is totally using some kind of wrinkle erasing camera filter??? As if that was not enough lies for Satan to sell us, along comes social media. I remember having a Myspace account and thinking this is a fun thing. Poor Tom ended up having the competition run him off and many of us were interested in the new shiny toy called Facebook. Be sure and listen to this episode to be encouraged and share with a friend who you believe would also be encouraged.
This is the first of an 8 week summer series. The best way to celebrate the one year anniversary of my book, “Woman, Where is Your Confidence?” is to let everyone hear it that has not read it yet. For the next 8 weeks I will be reading one chapter from the book. I pray it encourages you in your walk with Christ. Daily Prayer for Confidence in Christ aloneFather I come to you with all of my doubts and ask that you renew my mind. Help me take captive any thoughts that are not true about me as your daughterHelp me to cast all of my cares on you. Help me not to be anxious about anything.Help me not to compare myself with others.Help me not to do anything out of selfish ambition.Help me not to focus on the world’s standard of beauty.Teach me to embrace the fact that I am unique.Teach me to serve and value others above myself.Remind me that I can do everything you have called me to do and it’s not in my power, but in your power that works in me.Help me to surrender every area of my life to you.Thank you, Lord, for your loving kindness and amazing grace.I pray that today I will walk in full confidence in you alone.I pray that others will see Christ in me and desire freedom that only He can give, in Jesus name amen. Daily Scripture Affirmations1. God is with me and He is fighting for me. Deuteronomy 20:42. I have peace that surpasses all understanding. Philippians 4:6-83. I have everything I need to live a godly life. 2nd Peter 1:34. Fear does not hold me captive. 2nd Timothy 1:75. I have a future filled with hope. Jeremiah 29:116. God is intentional with my life; all things are working for my good. Romans 8:287. I extend love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self control.Galatians 5:22-238. God covers me with His feathers; I find refuge under His wings. Psalms 91:49. I represent the light of Christ; I shine wherever I go. Matthew 5:14-1610. I will seek first God’s kingdom and His righteousness. I will have everything I need. Matthew6:3311. I am not who I once was; I am forgiven. All things are new. 2nd Corinthians 5:1712. I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ and I will boldly magnify The Lord in my body.Philippians 1:2013. I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Philippians 4:1314. I am a fellow citizen with the rest of God’s family. Ephesians 2:1915. I am God’s workmanship…His handiwork…born anew in Christ to do good works. Ephesians 2:1016. I have been raised up and seated with Christ in heavenly places. Ephesians 2:617. I have been made alive together with Christ. Ephesians 2:518. I was chosen in Christ before the foundation of the world to be holy and without blame beforeHim. Ephesians 1:419. I have been blessed with every spiritual blessing. Ephesians 1:320. Christ lives in me so the life I am now living is Christ’s. Galatians 2:2021. I am given strength in exchange for weakness. 2nd Corinthians 12:10Thank you Lord for another day with breath in my lungs.Help me to live today in a way that honors you.Help me to love and serve those around me.Give me eyes to see people as precious souls like you do.May the work I do further your kingdom and point people to you.Help me to bring glory to your name and not mine.May I live out your purpose for my life bravely and with perseverance.Help me walk in freedom and victory because of Jesus’ death on the cross and resurrection.Thank you for loving me, in Jesus name amen. Link to purchase book https://amzn.to/3JPxiOD
We can trust that The Lord is able to help us. We need to stop looking at our circumstances and keep our eyes on Him. Read Matthew 14:26-32
”Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.“Proverbs 3:5-6 Sometime we just think we know how things should work out. But honestly we don’t see the whole picture like God does. We have to learn to trust Him to lead us.
Are you a life giver or a life sucker? When you get with other women are you uplifting or negative? Make sure you don’t do these things that I talk about in today’s podcast.
One of the biggest things that gets in the way of us operating in the gifts God has given us is our Body Image. Be sure and listen to this episode to be encouraged to use your gifts and not allow your body image to hinder from doing what God has for you to do.
We have all experienced fear at one time or another in our life. As believers in Christ we don’t have to be a slave to fear. Are you allowing fear to keep you from sharing the gospel and telling others what Jesus has done for you? Be sure and listen to this episode and be encouraged.
It’s so easy for us to think we know what God’s will is in certain situations. We pray those things thinking we are praying right. But sometimes those things don’t happen the way we prayed. Let’s make sure our confidence is truly in God’s will, not ours.
“What makes a woman godly and what characteristics does she have? Be sure and listen to this episode to hear 10 traits of a godly woman. “For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not of works, lest anyone should boast. For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them.“Ephesians 2:8-10 “Therefore, having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom also we have access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God. And not only that, but we also glory in tribulations, knowing that tribulation produces perseverance; and perseverance, character; and character, hope. Now hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out in our hearts by the Holy Spirit who was given to us.“Romans 5:1-5
Have you ever allowed your body to keep you from going places and getting out with your friends or family? This week on the podcast we are talking about the so called “beach body” that we have believed we have to have to be accepted. Have a secret for you. You are already accepted when you are in Christ. I pray you will get your confidence from Him alone. Be sure and share the podcast with other women so they can be encouraged also. If you have not grabbed a copy of my book “Woman, Where Is Your Confidence?” You can get it here WOMAN, WHERE IS YOUR CONFIDENCE?: Exposing Lies Christian Women Believe https://a.co/d/5XRGUl9
What is something you wish you knew when you were younger? Today I am sharing 5 things I wish someone has taught me as a young woman of God. Be sure and follow me on Instagram for more encouragement on being a Confident Christiam Woman at https://www.instagram.com/confidentchristianwomen
Today we hit a milestone for the podcast!!!! It's the 100th episode!! Thank you all for listening and being a part of this with me. I truly appreciate each and every one of you!!!
Valentine's Day can be a wonderful day for some and an awful day for others. Be sure and listen to this episode to be reminded of the Truth and let go of lies you may have believed.
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It’s okay to tell God when you are hurting or sad. He already knows. You are not hiding it from Him. That should give us peace right there. Therefore humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you in due time, casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you. Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour. Resist him, steadfast in the faith, knowing that the same sufferings are experienced by your brotherhood in the world. But may the God of all grace, who called us to His eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after you have suffered a while, perfect, establish, strengthen, and settle you. To Him be the glory and the dominion forever and ever. Amen.“I Peter 5:6-11
Scripture affirms this truth: "A woman giving birth to a child has pain because her time has come; but when her baby is born she forgets the anguish because of her joy" JOHN 16:21). Jesus used this illustration with His disciples to emphasize that though they would grieve His soon departure, that grief would turn to joy when they saw Him again (VV. 20-22).Jesus was referring to His death and resurrection-and what followed. When Jesus ascended into heaven, He did not leave His friends grief-stricken. He sent the Holy Spirit, who would fill them with joy JOHN16:7-15; ACTS 13:52).When someday we see Jesus face-to-face, the anguish we experience on this earth will be forgotten. But until then, the Lord has not left us without joy-He has given us His Spirit (ROMANS 15:13; 1 PETER 1:8-9)
Being the example of a Titus 2 woman is an important responsibility. Let’s make sure we are setting the right example for other women to follow. If you have not ordered my book you can get it here https://amzn.to/3UvB2f1
Have you ever said, “I am just a stay at home mom” or “I am just a stay at home wife?” I know I used to say that because the world will make you think you need to be doing more than that. If you are not doing more than either one of those I am here to tell you it’s alright. We need to encourage other moms and wives there is nothing wrong with it. There is nothing wrong with you either if you work outside the home. Let’s encourage one another that what we are doing is equally important. Be sure and connect with me on Instagram if you haven’t yet at https://www.instagram.com/confidentchristianwomen
Being a teacher of good things is part of being a Titus 2 Woman. ”the older women likewise, that they be reverent in behavior, not slanderers, not given to much wine, teachers of good things—“Titus 2:3 The negative things we say about our physical appearance can make an impact on the young women around us. He sure and listen to this episode to find out if you are a “teacher of good things”
Did you make any resolutions this year? I have a few. But this one is my top priority! Be sure and listen to make sure it’s yours too!
As believers we need to make sure we don’t get caught up in the commercial side of Christmas. We need to teach our children and those around us why we celebrate Christmas and the true meaning. In this episode I am sharing 10 practical ways we can practice keep Christ the focal point of Christmas.
Have you ever had a goal or a secret passion but it didn’t turn out how you thought it would? Well in this episode I am sharing how mine came about this year and I couldn’t be more pleased. When you do things to help others that for God’s glory, the outcome is always the best!
Matthew 5:16- In the same way let your light shine before others that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven. Our good works are to be used. Our kingdom gifts are to be put into the world. We are to pursue our calling and we are to work hard. But it’s all to glorify God. Our success should not be based on what it gets us but what it gives to others. Success is not about us. Be sure an listen to this episode to learn 3 things you can do right now to be successful.
Hi! And welcome back to confident Christian WomenI'm Michelle Bowman, and we expose lies that Christian women believe. And we stand on what the Word of God says about our identity, and who we are as children of God.All right. So, if you haven't read my book, "Woman, Where Is Your Confidence?". You need to. You can get it on Amazon here https://a.co/d/djCNTob
But I want to read something to you. This in the back. There are daily Scripture affirmations.No, we don't look at the Word of God as magical, or you say these words, and this is going to happen. No, that's not how we approach our walk with Christ. But there are certain things that we can know that are truth and that are real in our lives, and we can stand on. Here is the first one.And I want you to remember this. Okay, this is the affirmation for this week in Philippians 4:6- 8. It talks about peace. we have peace that passes understanding. It surpasses all understanding, anything that we are thinking about.Okay, I can be peaceful. I can have peace right now, even in the middle of the storm I can have peace. When the disciples were on the boat, and Jesus was asleep, and a storm came. And they said, "Master, don't you care? Look! Look! What's going on? Have you ever felt that way about things in your life? Maybe you're going through something right now. and you're like, Lord, don't you care about me? Don't you see what's going on? You may be going through the most horrific thing in your you ever have. You might be reliving something, because every time this year. around this time of year. all the time it's something that you remember that happened.Or maybe you get nervous about the holidays, and you start being fearful. Maybe you dread seeing family during the holidays. I recently heard someone tell their wife. "Our church family is way better than our blood family". I know that that can be true. and it doesn't matter how holy people are sometimes our blood family can be interesting. but we love them, and we want to pray for them, right?If you are being fearful or apprehensive about the holidays, about visiting with family, about all the things that are coming up. Maybe you have family events, and maybe there's that one family member. Maybe it's an aunt or an uncle or a cousin. somebody in your family that just gives you anxiety. Maybe they're maybe they're just rude. Maybe they just think they can say whatever they want. Maybe they make comments about your body, about your face, about you know something about your appearance, maybe about your clothes, maybe about your job.They're always giving you advice that you have not asked for and that just brings you so much anxiety. Well, I want to remind you that Jesus is the Prince of Peace.
Hi and welcome back to confident Christian Women. I'm Michele Bowman, and around here we expose lies that most women believe. and we share the truth from God's Word about who we are and who we are in Him.
We don't have to believe those lies, and we don't have tochase those things that the world says we do.
So first of all, I'm not perfect. Second, if you're looking for the perfect fancy recording studio. You're in the wrong place. I live in a tiny home and an Rv. Full time.
Neither of those places I can have total silence. Youmay hear the buzzing of my refrigerator in the background. You might hear a car driving by.
And that's okay. This is real life. You would hear that if we were here talking and having coffee. Yes, I am drinking some coffee, and my favorite right now is New England Blueberry. you can order it here https://a.co/d/ddNB2to
Enough of that. Let's talk about November. It's November, and what is the first thing that comes to yourmind during the month of November, especially if you live in the United States?Okay, if you live in America. Most likely there is something that you think of the first day of November.
Gratitude, because we talk about gratitude all month long here.So many people start posting it on social media. Gratitude for this, thankful for that, because we celebrate Thanksgiving. Right? Are we truly grateful in all things? We need to be grateful and give thanks. Right? That's the will of God for us in Christ Jesus is to give thanksin all circumstances, and sometimes circumstances are rough.
Just think of the things that you do have. Be totallygrateful.
On this episode we talk about lies we can believe and act on during the holidays.
Let's let go of those lies and walk in True Confidence in Christ!
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You can purchase my book "Woman, Where Is Your Confidence?" on Amazon here https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C47WPBYQ?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_DFGX9NNS859V4Q74CP5RBe sure and connect with me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/confidentchristianwomen/• Hi! And welcome back to confident Christian women. I'm Michelle Bowman, and I want to encourage you today.• Alright! So one of the biggest things that holds us back• in walking, in confidence. Do you know what it is?• It's fear, alright. Fear will cause you to• worry about what other people think fear will cause you to worry about• how you look. what you're wearing. what other people think of you.• and it can cause you to not do what God has called you to do. So I want to encourage you. One of the biggest things I want to encourage you is to• memorize second Timothy 1 7. It's one of my favorite Scriptures.• God has not given us a spirit of fear, but a power and love and a sound mind. and that's what you need to remember. Fear does not come from God when it, when it is fear that makes you feel inadequate.• That is not of God.• because I will tell you this. You are inadequate. I'm inadequate unless we have our confidence fully in Christ, and what He's doing through us.So you have to be diligent. all right, and you have to be paying attention all the time to the ways that you're thinking, the ways that you're reacting to what you're doing what you're wearing.• how you're speaking don't hold back• because you're afraid of what others will think. Don't hold back because of other people's opinions. The biggest weight you will ever lose is the opinions of others.• When you realize the most important opinion is what God thinks. and stop letting other people's opinions. Social media's opinions• hold, hold you back. When you stop allowing that to happen. you will have victory. You will feel so much freedom• because you'll realize you are one of a kind, unique creation.• You don't have to be exactly like anyone else. Your way of speaking, your way of teaching, your way of dressing and looking, and all those things• you don't have to be like anyone else. You are unique. You are one of a kind. God has given you talents to help other people. He's given you a message, and you need to speak it with boldness. Stop being afraidAll right. That is my encouragement for today.So don't forget. Don't allow fear to intimidate you. Fear is a liar. Second, Timothy, 1, 7. God has not given you the spirit of fear, but a power and love and a sound mind.• God bless you, and have an amazing day.
It’s so easy to get caught up in compliments from others when we change something about our physical appearance. But we can’t get our healing from those people. Be sure and listen to episode to know hear where our healing comes from. Be sure and get your free 31 day devotional download “Who You Say I Am” from my friend and sister in Christ https://rachaelkadams.com/free/ You will see me as a contributor. You can also get my book “Woman, Where Is Your Confidence?” Here https://amzn.to/3QrqL0Y
With all the turmoil going on in the world we need to keep focused on the Truth! The Truth of God’s Word is what is going to make a difference in our lives right now and those around us. We can not allow our circumstances to determine our confidence. How to pray for those in Israel right now. For “Everyone who calls on the name of the LORD will be saved.” – Romans 10:13 NLTFather God, as we intercede for those caught in the midst of this turmoil, we long for salvation and spiritual renewal to sweep through the hearts of the people involved. Your Word assures us that everyone who calls on Your name will be saved. We pray for a profound awakening to Your truth, that amidst the chaos, multitudes may look and find the eternal hope only You provide. In Jesus name, amen.
This week I am sharing 5 things that we should be sharing with all the young girls and women in our life before they get on social media. Be sure and grab a copy of my new book here if you haven’t already https://amzn.to/3Ps0y0j
Being healthy mind and body are important as we carry out God’s purpose for our lives. We have to make sure we don’t get caught up in the lies of this world when it comes to our physical bodies. You can order my book here https://amzn.to/46eLbiL
Have you ever said, "I didn't sign up for this," to God?
What happens when things don't happen the way you imagined? Is God surprised? Does He have a plan?
This episode is a wonderful testimony of how God can work in our lives in ways we don't expect, even when it's hard. He can make the burden light.
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Being a godly friend to others is such an example of being Christ like. Having the right friendships with the right people is important in our Christian walk. Make sure you are being the kind of friend that is helping and not hurting others in their walk with God. If you haven’t ordered my new book, you can do that here https://amzn.to/3P65xDY
This week we talk about what it means to Follow Jesus. I know I am guilty of following Michele sometimes and thinking I am so wise. Be sure and check out my new book on Amazon https://amzn.to/3E2BVlM
Learning to do what truly makes our soul happy is so important as women of God! We are bombarded with lies everywhere of what “they” say will make our soul happy. Be sure and listen to 3 ways you can walk in the confidence of Christ alone and truly make your soul happy.
This week I celebrated my 57th birthday! I have so many God stories I could share. My mom shared my birth story with me on my birthday and I wanted to share with you.
Be sure and listen to this fun and interesting story of how God was with me even before I was born.
If you would like to purchase my new book "Woman, Where Is Your Confidence?" click here https://a.co/d/3UEsjuH
All profit from the book goes to Foundations Resource Center. It's a local pregnancy crisis center in Statesboro GA.
Are you always trying to impress others with your outward appearance in hopes that will help you accomplish what God has for you to do? Well it’s time to stop. Let’s change your thinking. Be sure and listen to this episode to know what kind of impression you should leave.
It's so easy to get caught up in "follows" and "likes" on Social media if we are not careful. I pray you will be encouraged this week. God never called us to entertain people. But it's so easy to get caught up in what others do to get more people on your page. You know what God has given you to do sis. You do that and know that the people who hear and see your message are being encouraged and helped.
Have you purchased my new book, "Woman, Where Is Your Confidence?"
You can purchase here https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C47WPBYQ?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_BAFW59XJTJAJ9J1CPFZQ
All profit goes to our local pregnancy care center Home - Foundations Resource Center
Be sure and connect with me on Instagram MICHELE BOWMAN (@confidentchristianwomen) • Instagram photos and videos
and Michele Bowman (@empty_nestblessed) • Instagram photos and videos
Suzanne Joffrion is an inspirer and champion for the midlife woman. In this episode Suzanne shares how her faith in God and helping women come together through her business.
From Suzanne:
It’s my heart’s desire to inspire and champion women, no matter where they are! Empty nester, new grandma, marriage changes & challenges?
Maybe physical changes thru midlife and menopause, or a diagnosis you never wanted to receive?
I hope you find inspiration here to face these with grace and grit! I am here to listen, to pray for you, and to support you! I AM a champion for the women in my life and that means YOU!
I also talk about healthy skincare and makeup and the occasional fashion post- come join in the fun!
Connect on Instagram Inspirer and Champion of the MidLife Woman (@suzannejoffrion) • Instagram photos and videos
I’m Suzanne Joffrion and I’ve been connecting women for over twenty years!
Long ago, I was a Mom who wanted a way to decorate my home the way I wanted it guilt free! I wanted to have my own income and a thing to call my own! I started with Southern Living at Home and stayed until eventually they closed their doors!
Today, I am an Empty Nester and still love making a difference in the lives of other women, mentoring others in their business as well as helping others find healthy products to grow, strengthen and protect their health!
Recently I partnered with Limelife by Alcone, a company bringing professional quality makeup and organic skincare to everyday women! Clean beauty is super important to me! Follow along to learn more about what means for you!
Clean beauty products here!
We have been exposing lies women believe for a year and half on this podcast. I get messages and comments on social media all the time from women who say they can’t stop believing the lies. In this week’s podcast episode I am addressing how you can let go of lies and believe the truth about your physical appearance and body image. Be sure and leave a five star review if you haven’t already. If you want to purchase my newest book “Woman, Where Is Your Confidence?” Be sure and click here https://amzn.to/3Ng6tFU for your copy.
Even if you are not married this episode is for you! We talk about more than marriage. I had such a wonderful time talking with Michelle Harrell the founder of Glorious Marriage Revolution.
"Women of all ages want hope that their marriage can be glorious, and that they can live a victorious life. They need to know that they are not alone in their mistakes, their fears and their doubts. Most women, even those raised in church, have never been taught how to fight the real enemy. We make our husbands the enemy. We even make family and friends the enemy. However, the Bible tells us we do not fight against flesh and blood (Ephesians 6:12). We must learn to fight, using the whole armor of God, and do battle with the real enemy. Then and only then will there be generations of women who know how to fight for their marriages and take back what the enemy has stolen."- Michelle Harrell
Be sure and join the Facebook group here: (1) Glorious Marriage Revolution | Facebook
Glorious Marriage Revolution
What is holding you back from walking out the calling God has placed on you?
What have you been called to do that you aren't doing? In this episode I talk about the lie you have probably believed when it comes to doing what you believe the Holy Spirit is leading you to do.
I pray this encourages you and you will let go of this lie.
Be sure and check out my new book "Woman, Where Is Your Confidence?" here https://a.co/d/7Alh5sD
Be sure and connect with me on social media MICHELE BOWMAN (@confidentchristianwomen) | Instagram
Katie is a Christian wife, mom, and homemaker. She shares her story of how her home was in chaos and then something happened to change all of that to bring peace. She is a great encourager to moms and pouring God's Word into women is her mission for God's Glory.
Katie says, "I'm tired of the world seeping their lies and doubts. I'm tired of hearing moms complaining about taking care of their kids and saying their cildren are a burden. All of these things we hear from the world and if we are not careful we start believing these lies. When you are standing up for God's Word there are times you are going to feel alone because it's going against the grain. Even within the Christian circle there are going to be times when we feel alone because we are going against the culture that has even been ingrained into some Christians circles.
Be sure and listen to Katie share Godly wisdom and what the power of prayer can do in your home and family.
You can connect with Katie on Instagram 𝐊𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐞 || 𝐑𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐌𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐝 (@katielruga) • Instagram photos and videosYou can listen to her podcast here Renewing Your Motherhood on Apple Podcasts
Be sure and tune into this episode of our God's Girl Summer Series as I interview my friend and sister in Christ Elizabeth Ours.
She shares how shew went from being a career woman to a Homeschooling mom of ten.
From Elizabeth
"I believe home should be more than just a place to change clothes, charge our phones, and grab a few winks. I believe home should be a haven from the outside world, a safe place to both put down roots and spread our wings.I also believe home should be a joyful, life-giving place that nourishes each inhabitant and guest, body, soul and spirit! I'm on a mission to elevate Homemaking as a viable and rewarding option for modern women to pursue and to show women how they can impact their families, their communities and the world from their homes!Having a vision for homemaking is one thing, but living it out can be pretty demanding. I love giving women the tools they need to feel their best and to perform optimally. I also share simple recipes and strategies to help reduce overwhelm."You'll find me sharing ideas and encouragement on Instagram at Elizabeth Ours | Intentional Homemaker (@simplysouthernmomof10) • Instagram photos and videos
Our first God's Girl Summer Series guest is Author and Author Coach Dalene Bickel. She had a big part in helping me finish writing my most recent book.
Dalene Bickel is the founder of Lasting Legacies Publishing where she serves as a commissioned biographer, book coach, and legacy speaker.
She is also the host of Ink and Impact podcast and the founder of The Inkwell Collective, a membership community for Christian writers.
She is the author of The One-Year Collection of Weekly Writing Prompts, has ghostwritten and co-authored multiple autobiographies and local histories, and is currently writing her first WWII-era historical fiction novel.
A resident of the Wilmington, NC area, Dalene is a history buff who enjoys the beach life, a good cup of java, and discovering the stories of the past while also appreciating the amazing opportunities of the present.
Life is truly a blessing and an adventure, full of people and experiences worth writing about!
Be sure an connect with Dalene on Instagram Book Coach | Lasting Legacies Publishing (@dalenebickel) • Instagram photos and videos
Also make sure we are connected on Instagram MICHELE BOWMAN (@confidentchristianwomen) • Instagram photos and videos
We get bombarded with the wrong messages form the world all the time. Be sure and listen to this episode to see the characteristics you want as a woman of God. You are not a woman of God because of your family, your career, or your achievements.
We have all experienced this part of connection and it’s ugly! You will want to listen and make sure you don’t fall into this trap. God is using each of us to share the gospel and encourage one another. Be sure and follow me on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/confidentchristianwomen/
We are all called to make disciples and love one another. We can't do it without connecting with other women. I know it can be scary making new friends. This episode gives practical tips on ways to start connecting and building community.
Two things Jesus told the disciples before ascending to Heaven:
1- Love one another
2- Make disciples
I hope this episode will encourage and inspire you to connect more and walk in the calling God has placed on you.
If you liked this episode, here is another one I think you will like.
"Why Do YOU Go to Church? by Confident Christian Women (spotify.com)
One of my favorite things about Spring is the cleaning part. Doesn’t it feel great to dust off the lawn furniture, put away winter clothes, and start new projects. This week we are talking about a spiritual spring cleaning. This is something we should do in a regular basis. We should probably do it every season so things don’t get out of hand. Do you need to forgive someone? Do itIs your calendar to busy for time with God? Change it Are you always thinking negative thoughts? Get in the Word more. Are you avoiding people and not sharing Jesus and the gifts He has given you? If you answered yes to any of these, be sure and listen to this episode. Here is the link to my Scripture Affirmation book on Amazon https://amzn.to/40OedDb
It’s that time of year where we either have to go shopping or dig our bathing suit out of our summer clothes collection. I know in the past it’s never been that appealing to me. I used to always worry about not having the “perfect” body. I used to be concerned with all of my so called imperfections. At least that’s what I was taught they were. You probably have been too. Be sure and listen to this week’s podcast to let go of the lies you may believe about your body and why you dread putting on a bathing suit. Also be sure an connect with me on Instagram at https://instagram.com/confidentchristianwomen And you can find me over at https://www.confidentinchrist.org/--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Are you a caregiver for someone? Do you ever get overwhelmed? You will want to listen to this week's podcast. My friend Suzette Katopodes was our special guest this week.
Suzette is a wife of 34 yrs., mom of four, sister, Grandma Suzie to six, and family caregiver. Looking back on her life, you might even say she is a serial caregiver, as she has cared for multiple family members over the years.
She believes her purpose is to encourage and inform other family caregivers–past, present, and future. The truth is, if you haven’t been a caregiver yet, you will likely be one or need one someday. And she wants to make the caregiving life just a little bit easier for others.
Her caregiving history
● Dad: She helped care for her dad through a series of illnesses–heart disease, cancer, and COPD.
● Mom: Mom, who is aging gracefully and with dignity, is 93. She suffered from a heart attack, bouts of congestive heart failure, and edema. All while caring for her sister, Michelle, who had down syndrome. (She is an inspiring example.)
● Michelle: While mom had a months-long stint of illness and repeat stays in rehab, her sister came to live with her and her husband. They had one son left at home, and they were both working full-time. When mom’s rehab was complete, they suggested Michelle stay with them.
It wasn’t long after that they started noticing changes in Michelle, and after a bit of research, they learned that people with Down Syndrome would get Alzheimer’s Disease up to 50% more than people without Downs. Over the next few months, their suspicions were confirmed, her sister, sweet Michelle had Alzheimer’s Disease, which slowly took over her brain and their lives.
They cared for Michelle for five years until God called her home in January 2023.
You can connect with Suzette on Instasgram at Suzette | Family Caregiver (@myconcretedove) • Instagram photos and videos
Check out her podcast here Caregiver Strong Podcast - My Concrete Dove
Go to her blog here Home - My Concrete Dove
Make sure we are connected too.
Find me on Instagram MICHELE BOWMAN (@confidentchristianwomen) • Instagram photos and videos
There are times we start something that God has placed in our heart and something happens in life so we have to put that thing on hold. Then we don’t get back to it because we may doubt our abilities and if it’s important. I want to remind you that if God has placed something in your heart for you to do go do it. If you have started it, finish it. If you have not even started now is the time to do that. We are the body of Christ on earth. God is using each of us to share the gospel and encourage one another. Be sure and follow me on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/confidentchristianwomen/
Have you ever struggled with your body image? Have you placed your confidence or lack of confidence in how you perceive your body?
Be sure and listen to this episode with my special guest Brittany Braswell.
"I help faith-driven women who struggle with food and body image issues reduce their anxiety and disordered behaviors so that they can confidently restore their health and ditch food rules forever.
Unlike other approaches that only focus on food-related behaviors, I help my clients replace negative beliefs with spiritual truth to discover their God-given identity without their eating disorder."
Brittany
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Here's the links she mentioned on this episode if anyone wants to connect with her podcast or find some free resources:
- The Joy-Filled Eater Podcast page - www.brittanybraswellrd.com/podcast
- Food freedom resources - www.brittanybraswellrd.com/resources
Listen to The Joy-Filled Eater Podcast
Get a FREE copy of my eBook on Christ-centered food freedom!
Follow me on Instagram @brittanybraswellrd
Brittany is a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist (RDN) who has a passion for helping women of all ages discover their God-given worth and value. She believes that a person’s identity cannot be based on his or her appearance or abilities, but can only be found in the Lord. She is a non-diet dietitian who approaches nutrition and wellness from a holistic standpoint, focusing on four main areas of health, including: physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional.
Her faith in the Lord and the freedom that she has experienced herself from spiritual bondage has given her the desire to serve those who struggle with disordered eating and negative self-image. Brittany strives to make each of her clients know that their voice is being heard and that it matters. She is passionate about serving her clients and helping them establish a healthy relationship with food and body in order to improve their quality of life and walk free and fearlessly in their purpose.
“It is for freedom that Christ has set us free…”
--Gal. 5:1
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There is one thing that is absolutely necessary for spiritual growth. It's the Word of God. Don't get mad at me for my "preaching" in this week's podcast. Anything I ever say is because I love you and most likely something I have had to deal with myself.
Did you notice the name of the podcast changed?
I would love to know what you think.
Feel free to message me on Instagram at MICHELE BOWMAN (@confidentchristianwomen) • Instagram photos and videos
This week's special guest is Naomi Fata. She is a wife, a mom and loves Jesus. She lives in New York and runs a thriving sewing business while homeschooling her children. Her story of what God did for her while she was working at a convenience store is powerful!!!!
Never discount where God places you. He can amazing things through us and for us no matter where we are.
Here are the free resources Naomi mentioned https://www.naomifata.net/womanwhereisyourconfidence/
Be sure and connect with her on Instagram 🧵𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘚𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘚𝘦𝘸𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘊𝘰𝘢𝘤𝘩🪡 (@naomifata) • Instagram photos and videos
If you were encouraged by this episode please share with other women so they can be encouraged too.
It's so easy to get caught up in the things of this world and believe the lies. We are told all the time we need to have this or look like that in order to be complete. We are also told that we need another human to complete us. I know that I believed these lies for many years. Be sure and listen to this episode to see if you are complete.
Be sure and connect with me on Instagram MICHELE BOWMAN (@confidentchristianwomen) • Instagram photos and videos
You can get my book of scripture affirmations here on Amazon https://a.co/d/eGTCiAR
if you would rather see video be sure and subscribe to my Youtube channel (9) Confident Christian Women - YouTube
Knowing what the Word of God says about your identity in Christ is such an important part of your Christian walk. Learning biblical affirmations is a great way to expose lies from the enemy and walk in the confidence of Christ alone. You can get my book with 43 scripture affirmations here https://amzn.to/3XW97DB--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Sometimes we can be tempted to act or talk a certain way just to gain fame, fortune, or popularity. We have to stay on guard to always keep our good name over anything we might gain. Make sure you are not compromising your faith in God to gain riches of this world. Be sure and connect with me on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/confidentchristianwomen/
I know you may be nervous about stepping out and doing what God has called you to do. Maybe you have stepped out in the past and things did not got the way you thought they would. I pray that you will be encouraged by this episode to step out in 2023 and use the gifts that God has given you to share the message He has given you. https://www.confidentinchrist.org/ https://youtu.be/XDbUrmwVmOY
Jennifer Eikenhorst is a wife of more than 20 years to her highschool sweetheart, mom to 4 children, Instructional Coach for teachers, author of Left Turn, life unimagined and podcast host for Accidental Hope.
She is passionate about accident prevention, hope in healing from trauma and outreach.
Be sure and listen to this episode to hear how Jenn was able to forgive herself only with God's help after causing a fatal accident. She is helping others who have experienced trauma to see hope and healing is available for them in Christ no matter what has happened.
Accidental Hope – seeking and sharing hope after accidental death
Jenn Eikenhorst (@jenneikenhorst) • Instagram photos and videos
MICHELE BOWMAN (@confidentchristianwomen) • Instagram photos and videos
Have you made any New Year's Resolution's for 2023? Whether you have or haven't this episode will be one you want to hear.
It's good to take inventory of how we have grown and changed in the past year.
We need to make sure we are growing and changing in the right ways.
Listen to hear the areas I am working on this year, what my word of the year is, and my FREE Gift to you!
Join our church in reading the Old Testament together
https://www.bible.com/en/reading-plans/13630
Check out my Youtube Channels
(25) Confident Christian Women - YouTube
(11) Healthy and Fit After 50 - YouTube
Let's connect on Instagram MICHELE BOWMAN (@confidentchristianwomen) • Instagram photos and videos
Be sure and follow our health journey on Instagram Michele & Rick Bowman (@healthyandfitafterfifty) • Instagram photos and videos
Stephanie Light grew up in the entertainment industry of Southern California during the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s; as a child she was involved in dance, tumbling, martial arts, music….and was used as a child psychic. Stephanie was elated when her family moved to Montana in the early 1990’s where life calmed down for a few years.After High School Stephanie embarked on a busy and anxiety filled life filled with education studying everything from forensic pathology and Latin, to finally settling on a literature degree. Her main career focus was the dance, tumbling, martial arts, and performance industry, however dark forces had other plans for this unsaved woman by manipulating her bleeding unsaved heart.She found herself back in San Diego as a young adult and re-established her career as a professional choreographer and member of the entertainment industry, aka Hollywood. Between choreographing for dope filled events and working freelance undercover her mind was warped. By 2000, however, she had moved back to Montana which was a saving grace.For the next twenty years Stephanie was pulled into many powerful circles and utilized once again as a psychic. She went on to publish New Age books, including a spell book, and wrote (as well as taught) several workshops for high profile scientists in the Meta Physical Science world. In 2017 the Lord brought her to her knees with severe health issues to the brink of dying. By Thanksgiving Day of 2018 Stephanie was on her knees again begging for forgiveness from her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. This conviction has led her to create a YouTube page to share her journey and hopefully reach anyone caught up in the New Age, or has a loved one caught up in the New Age movementBe sure and subscribe to her YouTube Channel and follow her on Instagram @spiritualwhiplash
Can you believe it's almost Christmas?
I pray that this episode will help you as you celebrate our Savior.
I pray it will challenge and encourage you for the future and what God has for you to do.
There are so many trendy Christmas traditions that end up bringing a lot of stress and no joy.
Let's get back to joy filled family traditions that won't break our bank account.
I hope these will help inspire you to slow down and enjoy family time.
Don't worry about keeping up with the newest holiday trend on social media if it stresses you out.
Do make memories that will make an impact for years to come.
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Learning to find true peace in this world of chaos can be hard if you look in all the wrong places. I want to encourage you to find peace in Christ alone. Be sure to listen to this episode to be encouraged and share to encourage other women.
This time of year can get so busy and become a burden if we are not careful. Be sure and listen to be encouraged about your true mission during the month of December. We don’t have to have the so-called perfect celebrations and we don’t have to be a part of everything we are invited to for this month to be a success. It’s time to learn to rest and walk through December with peace and joy. www.confidentinchrist.org.
Let me tell you about Amanda. She is a podcast host and author and a speaker. She's a storyteller and an encourager. She loves to create and everywhere she goes she carries with her the goodness of looking through a lens of gratitude. Amanda shares that gratitude with others through the talents that she's been given. She believes that following your purpose will not only be the most exciting and wonderful way to live your life, but that it will also be the way you can change the world. Amanda believes that her purpose is to make the world a better place by changing her perspective and sharing the goodness she sees that is all around us, even in the midst of difficulty. It's more than looking at the bright side. It's seeing the good that's always been there one intentional moment at a time. A Cup of Gratitude✨ (@acupof_gratitude) • Instagram photos and videos A Cup of Gratitude on Apple Podcasts (3) A Cup of Gratitude - YouTube
We can't be truly grateful and grumble at the same time. The next couple of months seem to be a stressful and busy time for everyone. Be sure and listen to this episode where I share my number one way to keep the stress away.
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Karen Sebastian-Wirth – AKA The Hope Lady - is a serial entrepreneur, dynamic speaker, published author, podcaster and longevity coach who transparently shares the hope she has found in the darkest times of her life. When her late husband needed full-time care, she and her children created priceless memories honoring caregivers before he moved to Heaven.
Then, as a widow, she took brave steps forward to continue to fulfill God’s calling on her life. She has remarried and is now working alongside her husband, Dr. Wirth, in establishing a thriving wellness practice called STANCE Chiropractic. They co-host a longevity boosting podcast called Stance for Health. She launched a podcast called Hope is Powerful in February 2022.
You will feel energized and uplifted as you hear her story and the story of her guests who share from the darkest places of their life’s journey. These hope messages encourage and shift your perspective uplifting you to the point where you can begin to see the challenges of your life through a hope lens and go from rock bottom to the mountain top one step at a time.
Social Media: Website: www.karensebastian.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/hopeispowerful Instagram:
www.instagram.com/the.hope.lady
Podcast: Apple: https://bit.ly/Hope-is-powerful-podcast
Spotify: https://bit.ly/SpotHopeisPowerfu
I am sharing how I came to know Christ in this episode. I hope it encourages you to keep sharing your own testimony for God’s glory. Be sure and subscribe to my YouTube channel “Confident Christian Women” https://youtube.com/channel/UC-oF-8bxoE6thLPFoZClHrA
Betsy, her husband Taylor, and their four kids are gatherers. Their favorite place to gather is around the table, and they have seen their sweetest relationships cultivated there.
She is a writer and has a website Gathering Around
She is a teacher/speaker who has taught for decades at churches, retreats, schools, and at home.
She co-hosts a podcast called "Not all Heroes Wear Capes"- a mom podcast. She is a lover of God, and her greatest privilege is sharing the heart of our good Dad.
Be sure and listen to this episode to hear Betsy's best tips for making gathering with others simple and meaningful.
You can connect with her here
https://www.gatheringaround.com
https://www.instagram.com/betsypendergrass/
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100041575101919
https://anchor.fm/notallheroeswearcapes
Why do you go to church? Why should we go? Is it to get a check mark or a gold star for perfect attendance? Is it so we can be fed a good sermon? Be sure and listen to this episode to hear a very good reason why we should gather with other Christians on a regular basis.
Be sure to connect with me by subscribing to weekly emails for the latest podcast and scripture affirmations at Christian Blogger | Christian Podcast (confidentinchrist.org)
You can also follow me on Instagram at MICHELE BOWMAN (@michele_bowman07) • Instagram photos and videos
"Each woman has a journey; ultimately our goal is to reach at least one for Christ and all of heaven will rejoice (Luke 15:10). Something we then need to do is teach her the ways of the Lord. Each one, reach one, teach one."- Ma'Nika Bishop
This episode is a real and truthful look at how there are wolves in sheep's clothing still on the prowl.
Be sure and tune in and hear how Ma'Nika Bishop was involved in Word of Faith and what happened when she realized her beliefs were not biblical.
She had so many doubts and questions.
"Did God still love her?" and so many more questions ran through her mind.
Be sure and connect with her on Instagram at Ma’Nika Bishop (@livinginamansworld.blog) • Instagram photos and video
Connect with me:
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We all have heard we are what we eat. But this does not just pertain to physical food. It also matters in the spiritual food you take in. Be sure and listen to this episode as I share some hard truths that we may not want to hear, but I promise it is good for you.
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This podcast episode is an interview with Ruthie Gray from https://authenticonlinemarketing.com/
As women of God we have to be careful how we present our message online.
What happens we have a big life change?
Does our calling from God end? Be sure and watch to find out how Ruthie Gray maneuvered from being a mom of four to an emptynester that is helping other Christian women get their message out.
You can also connect with her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/authenticon...
Have you ever started something you were passionate about and then life happened? You know God has given you this thing to do and you feel bad because you have not finished it. Stop. You need to be patient with yourself and where you are. Listen to this episode to hear about a project I started a year ago and where I am and where I thought I would be.
Also hear about our opportunity to exercise patience, perseverance, and gratitude recently.
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You may be in a new season that seems unfamiliar, and you don't like it. Maybe you aren't sure how to navigate this new season in your life. Be sure and listen to this episode as I talk about your true identity as a woman of God and what you should be doing in this new season. Be sure and connect on my website at Christian Blogger | Christian Podcast (confidentinchrist.org) New Feature: You can also watch the podcast on Youtube at (6) Confident Christian Women - YouTube Follow me on Instagram MICHELE BOWMAN (@michele_bowman07) • Instagram photos and videos
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Learning from others is a part of our Christian walk. Have you ever realized something you have believed was not in the Bible? In today’s episode we find out the best way to do just that. https://www.confidentinchrist.org/podcast Be sure and connect with me on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/michele_bowman07/
Welcome back!!! We had to make some big changes this summer and I am sharing them with you. I want to encourage you to change your way of thinking when it comes to your "old habits". Maybe you put too much confidence in them because they are comfortable to you. It does not matter what age you are, you can change your habits. To learn more about our "beginner" journey with our new habits be sure and subscribe to our Youtube Channel Our Beginner Journey with Whole Plant Based Eating - YouTube
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Important update for what’s been going on and what is happening in the future.
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The root of Insecurity is pride
Doubting God and all He has called you to be is a form of pride.
Are you fulfilling everything God has called you to do?
What if you believed God and lived your life in a way that you did not hold back because of your insecurity and pride?
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“STICKS & STONES will break my bones, but Words will never hurt me.” Calling that saying garbage!
“Words can inspire. And words can destroy. Choose yours well.”
Has anyone ever said something about your body that was critical?
Maybe they thought they were only joking or just having “fun” with you right?
Let’s make sure we let everyone know it’s not fun and can do a lot of damage for years.
I can still remember negative things people said about my body from 40 years ago as a teenager. Crazy huh? Be sure and listen to this episode to start speaking the right things and let go of lies. www.confidentinchrist.org
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If you have ever hid behind other people in photos, this is for you.
If you have ever used a filter to erase all your cellulite, this is for you.
If you have ever posed a certain way to look thinner or bigger, this is for you.
I have an activity I want to encourage you to do. Remember, I will never ask you to do something I have not done. This is something just for you. If you want to share with me that you did it, let me know in a private message on Facebook, Instgram, or contact me at www.confidentinchrist.org Look at your social media pictures, the pics on your phone, and even old photo albums. Now do you see any that you tried to hide behind other people in the photo? Do you see photos where you tried to hide behind someone? Do you see photos you cropped because you were embarrassed about your body image? Maybe you see where you have been changing your mind about these things. Be sure and listen to the full episode. You can get full show notes https://www.confidentinchrist.org/podcast
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No regrets!
If you are on a journey to change your worldly thinking to biblical thinking about where True confidence comes from, it’s okay to look back and see how far you have come. But don’t live with regrets. Let your experience and testimony be a ripple that makes a difference in other women’s lives. You can also connect with me at www.confidentinchrist.org
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As far back as the early Greeks and Romans body image was a big deal. If you had a healthy body Greeks believed you had a healthy mind also. Be sure and listen to this week’s episode to hear what truly matters when it comes to serving others and what is the right thinking about our body image. For full show notes go to https://www.confidentinchrist.org/blog
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Food was never meant to be a distraction or an obsession. But here we are living in a society that calls real food that God created “good” and “bad”. Many of us have been taught to look at certain fruits, vegetables, and meat in a negative way. We are taught that so many non perishable items are bad for us too. Be sure and listen to this episode to get my 4 tips for living with a healthy relationship with food. Make sure we are connected at www.Instagram.com/michele_bowman07 Also you can check out our Christian apparel at www.bowmanlife.net
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Since this week is Holy Week I thought we should talk about forgiveness when it comes to our body image and all the things other people have spoken to us or about us. For more daily encouragement be sure and head on over to Instagram and connect with me at www.Instagram.com/michele_bowman07
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Our bodies were never meant to determine our worth, hinder our purpose, or to become an unhealthy obsession. We have to be intentional but we can change our thoughts and wrong beliefs that we have been taught about our bodies. We need to recognize a lie from the enemy and recognize our identity is in Christ and not measured by the scales of this world. Be sure and listen to hear some of my crazy wrong beliefs about eating and exercise and things I did. Maybe you have done them too. Be sure and connect with me on Instagram at www.Instagram.com/michele_bowman07 for daily encouragement
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Today I am going to expose a lie many of us have been taught about eating and exercise. Have you ever been on a diet? Have you ever tried to lose weight or gain weight to wear a certain size clothing? Did someone teach you that you should reward yourself with a new outfit when you get to a milestone in your health journey? Be sure and listen to this episode to hear my confession of wrong thinking and craziness of 35 years. Get my 3 tips for not putting your life on hold and enjoying every moment that God gives you with Confidence in Christ Alone. Are we connected on Instagram yet? Be sure and connect with me there to get daily encouragement for walking in the Confidence of Christ www.Instagram.com/michele_bowman07
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Short, tall, fat, skinny, flat but, big but, flat chest, big breasts, thunder thighs, chicken legs, chubby big girl, stick- Have you ever heard these in a negative way? Now I want to ask if you have ever said these things to yourself? Have you looked in the mirror and had negative thoughts about your body? Be sure and connect with me at www.Instagram.com/michele_bowman07 and https://youtube.com/channel/UC-oF-8bxoE6thLPFoZClHrA
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This week’s episode is the conclusion to last week’s where I shared that I found the so called “fountain of youth” on the internet. Listen to find out how sarcastic I am being when I say that. To connect on line you can find me on www.Instagram.com/michele_bowman07
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Warning! Social Media can steal your joy and Identity in Christ.
Who remembers MySpace? That was my first social media experience. It was alright. But then Facebook came along. It looked like a fun way to stay connected with friends and family in other places.
It also seemed like a great way to share Jesus and be a light. Jesus told us we are light in this dark world. Be sure and listen to some of my personal confessions and see if you have ever done any of these same things on social media.
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We are not called to be heroes. Pointing people to Christ is the calling of every believer. We should have a desire to see people transformed by the power of God. If you have experienced salvation through Jesus Christ, then you are probably nodding your head yes. Listen to find out ways we can have a false confidence even when we are helping others to hear the gospel. For full show notes go to https://www.bowmanlife.net/blog
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Whether you are a believer in Christ or not it is inevitable that you will have a life filled with ups and downs. Jesus warned His disciples they would have troubles in this world. In John 16:33 Jesus said, " These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world." My husband Rick and I just recently went through a trial that was one of those "even if" moments that is now another testimony of God's love and care for us. We can be confident that God truly does know the ultimate best for us. I will be honest there were days that I had my mindset right and I felt like a princess warrior heading to battle slaying every negative thought with The Word of God. There were also days that I let all the "what if" scenarios run through my head. I didn't like those days at all. I would love to hear of a time when you had to exercise "Even If" Faith. Be sure and connect with me on Instagram at www.instagram.com/michele_bowman07 and send me a message to share with me. Full Show notes can be found at Podcast | Confidence in Christ (bowmanlife.net)
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This week’s episode is my interview with podcaster Jan L Burt with “The Burt (Not Ernie) Show”. Her focus is getting the promises of God into the people of God. Her aim is to help people, primarily women, stop living life someone other than God never intended them to be, but to live as who they truly are according to God's word and His promises. Connect with her at www.JanLburt.com She has a monthly giveaway and shares some other encouragement via emails. You can connect with her on instagram @JanLBurt
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Have you ever held back from shining bright as the woman God has called you to be? I will confess. I am guilty. Now don't get me wrong I have never denied Jesus in front of others. But I have held back being who I am in Christ because of others.
You will meet people that will think you think your better than them because you are a believer in Christ. They won't even take time to get to know you before they make a decision they don't like you. Some people won't like you no matter how nice you are to them.
Some people want nothing to do with Jesus Christ. Here's the truth. They need Him even if they don't know it.
You know what He has done for you right? I want you to think about how He has changed your life. I know you want that for everyone you meet.
You may be tempted to dim your the light when you are around certain people. It may even happen when you are around other believers who are struggling. Be sure and listen to today’s episode for my 4 best tips for shining bright and not allowing others to sun your light. To read full show notes go to https://www.bowmanlife.net/blog
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My grandma used to say “No news is good news.” It makes me smile when I think of her saying that.
She actually had a good point. The past few years have been different than anything I could ever of thought up in my mind. It’s like watching a “B” movie accept it actually happened.
There are so many ways we can get the news of what’s going on in our local area, the country we live in, and the world. We can turn on several 24 hour news channels. We can have it sent to our email. We can have an app on our phone. We can scroll social media and one of our friends will probably share what’s going on. Some people still get a newspaper for their news updates.
But with so many conflicting reports it can all be overwhelming and cause division with knowing what is really going on. We don’t know who to believe. Be sure and listen to “Good News”. Or to read full show notes go here https://www.bowmanlife.net/post/no-news-is-good-news-or-is-it
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Today's special guest is Coach Alicia Byers host of the “The Well-Rested Entrepreneur” podcast.
Alicia is a wife and a mom of two and you can usually catch her dancing and encouraging other women on instagram. She helps women learn how to not fall in the trap of “hustle” mode while doing what they are passionate about. She is a huge advocate of not getting a false confidence from our accomplishments.
Have you ever felt less than because you weren’t working on something spectacular at 90 miles and hour? If you said yes, be sure and listen to my conversation with Alicia.
You can connect with her on IG @coachaliciabyers
Feel free to email her at alicia@proadvisorcoach.com
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But I am not Qualified! I am not a good speaker. I don't know the right things to say. What if I make a mistake? What if someone laughs at me? Have you ever said any of these statements out loud? Have you ever had any of these thoughts?
To be honest I have had these thoughts many times since becoming a follower of Christ. It's normal to think and feel this way every time you feel God leading you to do something new. Most of the time we think we have to do it in our own power. We forget that God uses those who are willing vessels for Him to speak through. He is more concerned with our availability than He is OUR ability.
The bible is filled with average men and women just like you and I that God used for His message and work to be done on earth. Be sure we are connected on Instagram. You can find me at www.Instagram.com/michele_bowman07 For the full show notes go to https://www.bowmanlife.net/post/but-god-i-m-not-qualified
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When you feast on validation from others, you can’t let the confidence of Christ shine through you. Is your confidence found in what others say and think about you or is it found in Christ? Listen to this episode and answer some hard questions to find out. Make sure we are connected on Instagram at www.Instagram.com/michele_bowman07 or at my website www.bowmanlife.net
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Arrica Hess is a follower of Jesus, church planting wife, and homeschooling mom of four. She and her husband Matt have been married for 18 years. They are childhood sweethearts and they have been living in Canada for the past nine years planting churches on the east side of Toronto. Her passion is discipling women, especially other moms. She writes at https://achildshallleadthemblog.com and prays she can help other Mamas find joy in their motherhood, while serving their Savior. When she isn't busy with her family, church, or writing she enjoys reading, gardening, and cooking.
“A lot of my confidence came from familiar. You know you go to the grocery store and you see the same things on the shelves and you buy what you need and you're used to the price. You have family around and most people grow up in the same culture. I'm from the south so most people think the same way as it tends to be more of a conservative area. The move into Canada was a bit of a culture shock for me, especially Toronto since I grew up in the country on a farm. I remember the first time I went to the grocery store I came home with one thing and I was bawling. My husband went to the grocery store for the first two months we were here. I think for me it was just really a lot of my confidence had been based in familiar and me knowing things. I was relying too much on self. I learned I had to completely trust God.” Arrica. Be sure and listen to find out how Arrica put her confidence in Christ what God has done through her. You can connect with Arrica on Instagram at https://instagram.com/a_child_shall_lead_them_blog This is the website for making disciples that Arrica mentioned https://disciplemakingstages.com/
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Most of us have been taught from an early age the story of Cinderella and how everything would change back at midnight. You don’t need a fairy godmother sis.
The so called “wonderful life” Cinderella was experiencing all disappeared at midnight.
This was a temporary fix for Cinderella. We know the rest of the story how the prince searches for the woman that fit the glass slipper left behind at the ball.
This is your New Year reminder that you don’t need another human to come in and change everything about you so you can look perfect. Full Show notes here https://www.bowmanlife.net/post/sis-you-re-not-cinderella-and-that-s-good-news
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Vanessa Luu is a wife, mother, and faith-based writer with a fire burning in her soul to reach the world for Jesus. She was born and raised in sunny California and says that God has used her struggles to help shape who she is today. Her writing began when God taught her that being perfect was not the goal. Instead, it’s about submission, authenticity, and intimacy with God. She currently speaks on the You Don’t Have to Be Perfect podcast and has just released her 3rd book, The Relevant Old Testament. Besides her books, she writes on her blog and social media spaces.
You can connect with her on Instagram here @bodysoulandmindwrites
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Are you living a FOMO life or a JOMO life? If you are not familiar with these expressions, I will give an explanation.
FOMO is an acronym for fear of missing out. JOMO is the opposite and stands for JOY of missing out.
I want you to think about a decision you have made because of FOMO.
You might be saying you can’t think of any. Let me refresh your memory.
“For a limited time” “Special One day sale” “But wait there’s more” “If you want “fill in the blank” you need to buy this “fill in the blank”. For the full show notes go here https://www.bowmanlife.net/post/are-you-living-a-fomo-or-a-jomo-life
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Today's guest is Melissa Robinson, and I am so excited for her to share her story of how she went from false confidence to true confidence in Christ, Melissa is a military spouse of 21 years, mom of two boys, and a homemaker. Can you share a time when you did not walk in godly confidence and how it affected your life? Melissa: I can do that. My whole life really. I wouldn't say I was someone with much confidence at all, let alone godly confidence. I didn't come to truly know the Lord until my late 20s. It wasn't until my mid to late 30s that I found my confidence in the Lord, so I was always an insecure person. I measured myself to the world and the world's impression of me was a gauge in which I found a false identity. My identity was rooted in my appearance. As I grew up I had aspired to be a model because I was always told I was pretty. I don't remember any other aspects of my life which I was encouraged to be anything besides and attractive girl. When that's your only aspiration in the world it's never enough. It was never fulfilling so I was always pursuing more ways to find fulfillment and using my appearance in order to gain the acceptance that I was lacking. In more recent years there was this one day I had a lightbulb moment, like “Melissa when your beauty fades what are you left with?” For the Full Show Notes go here "When Beauty Fades, What Are You Left With? (bowmanlife.net) To connect with Melissa on Instagram click here www.instagram.com/myhillsandvalleys Be sure and check out her blog www.myhillsandvalleys.com
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Debt Forgiveness is real y’all. No I am not talking about student loans today. Have you ever down something you regret and the only person that didn’t forgive you was yourself?
I know I have. I used to allow the devil to remind me of things I had done in my past even though I knew I was forgiven because of the blood of Jesus.
As a child of God, when you know who you are in Christ, you know your debt is cancelled and completely erased. For full show notes go to https://www.bowmanlife.net/post/debt-forgiveness-is-a-real-thing Let’s connect on Instagram at www.instagram.com/michele_bowman07 Get Scripture Affirmations here https://amzn.to/3rqZ0cC
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Iris and I met online in 2014 and connected as sisters in Christ right away. Iris is a wife to her high school sweetheart Mike. They have two children and Iris home schools along with their furry friend named Mocha who never leaves her side. As a health coach Iris is passionate about helping women feel great again. When Iris first started coaching there was an unexpected plot twist that changed everything. Welcome iris and thank you for showing up to share your story. Michele: Can you share with us that challenge, you went through the past few years, and how it affected your confidence? Iris: I was diagnosed with inflammatory breast cancer and that's the diagnosis none of us want to receive. It comes with a lot of uncertainty. I'm not going to lie that definitely affected my confidence, knowing what I was about to go through. As most of you know chemotherapy causes you to lose your hair. Also, along with all the steroids, there was weight gain, and a mastectomy looming in my future along with medically induced menopause. That all affected my confidence, how I looked at myself, and how I thought I was going to see myself in the mirror forever. Michele: I can’t imagine what that would be like going through that and just all the uncertainty. The hard part is just wondering about the what if’s.
For full show notes go here Be Anxious for Nothing (bowmanlife.net) You can connect with Iris Harvey on Instagram here www.instagram.com/irisharvey37 Let’s connect on Instagram at www.instagram.com/michele_bowman07 Get Scripture Affirmations here https://amzn.to/3rqZ0cC
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She is my bestest bestie of all time. If you know me, you know who she is if you've been around me long enough hanging out with me online you've seen us, but if not I'm going to introduce you to her. We have been friends for over 40 years. The cool part about our friendship is we have lived away from each other, which is the majority of our lives. We met in High school and became friends. We were friends for a year and a half. After high school we both moved away, one of us moved to Wisconsin the other one to California and God brought us back together about a year and a half later. We wrote letters to each other. The amazing and awesome part was that we both were serving Jesus, at the same time. That was what was really cool because we weren’t serving Him in high school. We won't go there, but praise God there was no social media back then. Throughout the years we were able to stay in touch, even though we've always lived apart in different states. We talk on the phone, text, Facebook message, and all those kinds of things. I really want to encourage you to build relationships with your best friend or with somebody that is like a sister to you. It can be done. We share our secrets, the sad things, and the happy things. You know the things we need people to pray for that maybe we don't want everyone on Facebook to know about. We text each other or call and say, please pray for my child, grandchild, or whatever it is that we're dealing with in our lives. My friend Ann Rakestraw is a wife, mom, and Gigi. But Ann is also a mighty woman of God. That is why I had her come on the show. Not just because she's my bestie, but because she has been faithful through so many times in her life where things were just turned upside down. She's going to share with us when she didn't have godly confidence and how it affected her. Full show notes here Sisters for Life (bowmanlife.net)
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Who loves the idea of the perfect Hallmark town? I love the idea of the small town where everyone knows everyone and the meeting place is the diner with lots of coffee flowing. Where are my coffee lovers? Now let’s ramp it up with some Christmas Spirit.
Cue the beautiful twinkling lights hung perfectly on every shop.
There is magnificent garland and red bowed wreaths with a warm welcome at every door.
Next we see the horse drawn carriage that looks like Cinderella’s coach all lit up and filled with riders who are laughing and don’t seem to have a care in the world.
On the outside this town looks ”perfect”.
There are towns that look like this in America.
Hint: There are no perfect towns or people
”The Advent Narrative: The Life You Didn’t Know You Were Already Living” is Mary’s offering to help you begin to prepare your heart and soul this season and all year round.
I highly recommend Mary’s book. You can find it on Amazon here https://amzn.to/3xwH6Gh
You can also connect with Mary Geisen on Instagram at www.instagram.com/marygeisen
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We will expose lies that women have believed and talk about real life serving Jesus Christ. We will talk about finding our identity in Christ and walking with confidence in Him.
Hi and welcome to the ”Woman, Where Is Your Confidence?” podcast.
My name is Michele Bowman, your host and woman of God exposing lies women believe and empowering you with God’s Truth.
On this first episode I want to introduce myself and explain why I am so passionate about this message.
I am a wife to Rick. We have five grown children and ten grandchildren.
But most importantly I am a child of God. What does that mean? It means I have accepted salvation through what Jesus did on the cross for my sins. I am now in the family of God.
As women we are bombarded our whole lives with lies from people we never meet.
Yet we believe these lies.
We see the world‘s standard of beauty, success, and acceptance and are told this is how we should look, live, and act.
At fifty-five years old I have believed many of those lies throughout the years. We don’t have to get a false confidence from the opinions of others.
We can find freedom and walk in godly confidence.
Full show notes https://www.bowmanlife.net/post/it-s-okay-if-you-are-not-accepted-by-everyone
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