A Pep Talk From God – Joshua 1:8-9

Let’s face it, we have all been there before; facing a daunting task, confronted with making an important decision or charged to walk blindly by our faith. “How on God’s green earth am I supposed to do this?” You ask yourself, then you begin to find every excuse in the book why you can’t, not realizing that greatness is really inside of you!

In this scripture we find Joshua on the brinks of walking in his God-ordained purpose. Through his obedience he has been given the opportunity to change the life course of the Israelites for generations to come. But what is standing in his way?? The thought that he has to accomplish this gigantic mission alone. As if the same God that delivered them from the chains of Pharaoh, parted the red sea and kept them during the years in the wilderness is out of power, out of protection and lacking provision. As children of God, He assures us countless times throughout His word that he will not leave us nor forsake us (Deuteronomy 31:6), greater is he that is within us (1 John 4:4) and right here in Joshua he tells him a few simple, but profound words…”BE STRONG AND COURAGEOUS for I am with you WHEREVER you go.” Did you catch that…WHEREVER we go! If that doesn’t give you confidence, I don’t know what will. There is something special that happens when we read God’s word and a fresh breath of air literally falls on our spirit and we are renewed with inner strength. The fact of the matter is, God doesn’t want us to do anything in our own might, but through the might of God. This is how we can gain full confidence to face our fears and move forward.

Every now and again we need the confirming words from the Lord or a fellow believer to shift our focus and help us to understand that we are not in this thing alone, but we have an almighty and all-knowing God that has forecasted our future and it looks pretty darn good. Our job now becomes to trust in His word and act in obedience. After all, every great player in history needed a good ole pep talk and you are no different. #yougotthis #shereadstruth

Psalm 130- A Story of Patience and Hope

Psalm 130 speaks two messages loud and clear, PATIENCE and HOPE. I don’t know about you, but I have had plenty of times where I was unsure and felt like there was nothing I could do but WAIT and see. But here is the good news, we are not waiting on ourselves, a friend or some politician to come in. We are waiting on a mighty, powerful and all-knowing God. This reminder should help you to wait in peace.

While we wait, I encourage you to wait with hope and expectancy. The Lord will come in with his lovingkindess and redemptive power to blow our socks off. In the waiting period we may become impatient, and try to find a solution on our own…remember Sara and Hagar?? This is not what our God wants us to do, He wants us to wait in faith with expectancy that He will deliver. Just take a second to remember your past victories, the points of redemption from the pits that were so deep they left you in despair and tears. The part I love the most about Psalm 130 is the promise at the end, “And He WILL redeem Israel from all his iniquities”. Beloved sister, there is no sin, no past mistake that the Lord isn’t willing to wash away. So here is the hope you can rejoice in today. Our God is a God full or mercy and grace…He WILL redeem!
#shereadstruth

Don't Stop Now...30 Days To Go!

Hi Ladies,

January 6 was a long time ago. It was the day we embarked on a journey to become the women God wants us to be. As any journey, there are times of mountain peaks and valleys. Those who win in life are the ones that are able to perservere through the pain, take care of business when you do and dont feel like it.

So, here we are at Day 60, with just 30 more to go. Don't give up now, continue with your TAG, discover your hidden potential and begin to deal with the areas that need growth. You are an action step away from greatness, after all that is what God created you for!! Jeremiah 29:11

Next Gathering:
Saturday, March 22 @ 10am
3903 Braodway Room 202 Oakland, CA

God Has Given Us The Power To Get Wealth

Warm Greetings Sisters,

I truly appreciated the author's exploration of the Proverb 31 woman's enterprise last week, it definitely lite up my entrepreneur spirits!!! Currently, I do operate an event planning company, but I've been encouraged to take it to the next level and explore other ways to leverage my gifts.

There are so many opportunities out there ladies to add to our pocket book. I want you to do something RIGHT NOW, take an inventory of your skills and talents. I bet there is something on that list you can get paid for. Whether you have creative writing skills, and you can offer services to write cover letters, or bios for people. Or, you have a creative way to teach children how to read, turn it into a curriculm or Youtube video and market it to parents. Maybe you have the gift of baking or mixing ingredients together to make a remarkable product? That is exactly how Carol's Dughter got started (read her story here).

Bottom line, as women we have many responsibilities, why not position yourself for financial freedon, to leave an inhertiance to your children's children (Proverbs 13:22). We live in America, the place of free enterprise. There are several program that target women and minority business owners, in helping them start businesses (see list below). I challenge you today, out of the five different ways to earn extra income, select one to explore.

REMEBER.."I can do ALL things through Christ, which strengthens me" Philippians 4:13

Resources
SBA
SCORE
National Miority Supplier Council

Where The Rubber Meets The Road

This week in reading I felt a bit challenged, and I hope you were too. I believe, this is where the rubber will meet the road. Do you REALLY want to become the woman God wants you to be? Will you be willing to do what the average woman wouldn't so your life will transform before your eyes? At this juncture, only those that are committed, diligent and willing to sacrifice will receive great revelation and intimacy with God, in turn seeing major transformation in your life.

In this week's video , I share a testimony about giving, my experience using the "Daily Page"  and challenge us to GIVE AWAY ALL WE CAN.

Please start cleaning out your closets, car and cabinets then box up your items. We are identifying an agency where, as a ministry we can donate and bless someone. What are you willing to live without to bless someone else?

I'm peaking into the future and you look much better than you do now!!!

God's Best,

Lady Jenn

Week 4: Strengthening Your Body

Hello to all my strong armed, lacking nothing in value, and culinary queens!!!

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Here we are at day 25!!! Psychologist say it takes 21 days to establish a habit, and this truly is holding true for me. Following my morning and evening routines have made my days less stressful and more purposefully. I wake up looking forward to my very special TAG, it has taken our relationship to another level. This week's video I am encouraging the following:

-Be intentional about you becoming the woman God wants to you to be. Be intentional about spending time in His word and not just glancing over the passage each day. I highly recommend reading it 4-5 times so it really gets into your spirit and ask God for revelation.

- Adopt at least one idea the author introduces. For me, starting my day with warm water and lemon is something I have adopted. For you it may be getting a prayer partner or starting walking 2-3 days a week. Use part of your lunch break to go on a prayer walk.

-SAVE THE DATE: February 22 @10am 3903 Broadway, Oakland, CA Room 202
I have a special guest Zumba instructor coming and we are going to get it in after our discussion and group activities. Please consider bringing a donation of $10 which will be given to Acts Kings School, an all-boy Christian preschool dedicated to training up the next generation of Kings that will lead our families and communities (Jaylen and Darius go there :).

I pray that as you are being intentional about becoming the woman God wants you to be that issues in life wont fluster you, but push you towards destiny, that you know God in a greater way and your relationship with Him goes to the next level.

To God Be The Glory!!!!

-Lady Jenn

Week 3...Let's Get Together

Today marks Day 18 in our journey towards living a Proverbs 31 Life!!! I hope you have found yourselves spending more time with God, being selective in what you do eat, and remaining watchful to what God is saying and doing.

Let's come together this Saturday, January 25 @10-11:45pm 3903 Broadway Oakland, CA 2nd Floor Room 202 for great discussion, interactive activities and encouraging fellowship. We have some amazing women that are a part of this study group and I can't wait until we get together.

Lastly, please celebrate with New Life this weekend as we turn 1!!!