Relentless Pursuits

Are you following the instructions God gave you? Have you given God your yes without reserve? If so, you are in good hands, as God does not lead us and then drop us without divine assistance. He always has an end result in mind. Listen as Chef Jamie Gilmore shares the value of putting yourself in spaces with people who are smarter than you and the "soul" work you need to do to accomplish God's purpose for your life. 

How real, relevant and raw are you?  Are you relatable?  As a Pastor, do you know the voice of your sheep?  Listen as Pastor Weathers shares vital information for leaders in this 21st Century.

Did you know that comfort is not an indication that you are in the will of God; It could be an indication that you need to grow! Listen as Minister Shawn explains the value of innovation and how God needs your cooperation to create something that will change the lives of many for good!

Sometimes life has a way of trying to dictate to you who you are. Circumstances and situations whisper in your ear and tell you that you are not smart, you are ugly, you don' t have anything to offer.  Did you know ka person's behaviors are a result of what they are thinking?  What have you been thinking lately? Listen as Minister Shawn reminds you who GOD says you are!

Where in your life are you most tempted to give up? What areas in your life do you feel most defeated? What ongoing struggle have you faced for many, many years? What dream have you given up on because it seemed to be impossible? Instead of quitting, why not ask God for a divine strategy?

A comfort zone is not just a place, but it can also be a mindset that will not allow you to go further in life. Do you have a habit of settling for less and calling it God's best? Listen as Minister Shawn begins a thought-provoking conversation about the deception and danger of living in a comfort zone.

When was the last time you examined the temperature of your household and/or family? Living in the midst of a pandemic has brought attention to the importance of knowing your temperature. Just like a fever is an indication of a virus or infection, understanding the temperature of your household can be an indication that it is time for you to make a move! Listen as Minister Shawn shares from personal experience how obtaining understanding will restore the unity back into your home and allow you to accurately articulate your need to make a move. 

Growth and development are great, but have you ever thought about how it will affect your current relationships and environments? When a plant outgrows it's pot, if it is not repotted, it can die! Why? Because the pot no longer has the capacity to nurture the growing plant. Listen as Minister Shawn leads you on a self-assessment to identify your own growth indicators which will cause you to think about why it just may be time for you to make that move!  

Imagine this -  growing up in a country that forbids the worship of Jesus Christ and you secretly committ your life to Christ and he calls you out of that country to the U.S. to equip you to raise up other Christian leaders in that same country.  That is exactly what happened to my guest!  Listen as Nathan Rostampour tells us about life growing up in Iran, the sacrifices that are required to follow Christ and the cost our Christian brothers and sisters are paying there now for their faith.  

There is purpose in your pain!  However, until you PIVOT, you will remain stagnate.  Listen as Michelle Griffith Davis shares how she learned to PIVOT and created a Coloring book and affirmation system for children and their caregivers that has elevated her life to another level. 

Did you know that you can say one thing about yourself, but actually believe something different in your heart? Proverbs 23:7 says for as a man thinketh- IN HIS HEART- so is he. Listen as Dr. Tonoah Hampton leverages her nursing knowledge and biblical principles to help leaders heal from the inside out. Through candid conversation, Dr. Hampton gives practical examples that drive home spiritual truths. 

Have you unconsciously shaped the atmosphere in your home or work environment to be one that promotes ineffective listening? Have you unconsciously trained others to remain quiet in your presence? Many fortune 500 companies have lost millions of dollars due to poor listening that caused horrendous mistakes that resulted in a loss of life, a loss of finances and a loss of relationships.  It is no wonder that James 1:19 urges us  to be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry.  

Listen as Minister Shawn lays a foundation that involves asking ourselves some very important questions that will determine how well of a listener you really are. 

Has greed crept into your life and you not realize it? Listen as we take a journey into the parable of the greedy farmer!  Take a look at what happens when you fill your barns with "self" and not with God (the one who values and desires to meet the needs of others through you). 

Luke 12: 13-21

"Mental Health is real -  knowledge and acknowledgement is essential!" - Tanya Simmons Reid 

In honor of Minority Mental Health Awareness Month (July) take a moment to listen as Tanya Simmons Reid shares her own personal story and advocates for others who are suffering silently with mental illness.  

Have you ever found yourself becoming defensive when someone is presenting truth to you about you or your situation? Listen as Minister Shawn explains the purpose of truth and the benefits truth offers if received. 

Many people are miserable in life and find themselves in a constant state of frustration. Not because they don't have faith, but they do not understand the importance of being flexible. How quick can you modify or respond appropriately to changing conditions or circumstances? 

Did you know there is a difference between doing what God created you to do versus following your passions? Listen as Pastor Jonathan Hayes explains the process of  filtering your passions, stepping into the river of God's calling for your life and experiencing God's pleasure.

Do you assume you know what people need? Do you take on others' responsibilities that you were never created to carry? If so, you could lack appropriate boundaries? Listen and learn from the life of Jesus how to engage those in need. 

Do you feel that you always have to come when people call for you? Are you always the victim? Are you easily manipulated and taken advantage of? If so, you need to learn a lesson from Jesus, even he knew the value of saying "no". 

Are you a tiny bit annoyed most of the time? Do you find that you never really reach your goals? Do you have relationships that tend to be difficult or dramatic?  Listen as Minister Shawn Claybrooks expounds on the importance of boundaries.

If there was an emergency, are you fit enough to save your own life? Listen as Victoria Creighton shares practical insights and tips to help you begin your wellness journey. 

An interview with a woman on a mission to leave a legacy that is defined in two statements - She honored God and She helped people! Listen to what happens when your heart is fully persuaded!

Oscar and Sharon Sadler speak candidly about their marriage challenges and the blessings God has bestowed upon them for their faithfulness to God and each other.  God has used their marriage as a testimony of the power of forgiveness. Oscar and Sharon want couples to know that their marriage can survive severe times of testing!