The Latest from Dream in Soul Magazine: New Music from Britt Nicole and Group 1 Crew, Alex G on Overcoming Anxiety and More
Music Pick: Through Your Eyes From Britt Nicole
I’m loving the single “Through Your Eyes” From Britt Nicole and so happy that she is releasing new music. The message of the song strikes a chord – how often we pressure ourselves to be something that God never called us to be and how His grace and love sets us free to be His…
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Alex G on Overcoming Anxiety and Music with James David and Danielle Bennett
Life can get stressful especially in the world we live in and maybe you can relate to Alex G’s story of how she’s learning to overcome anxiety – I definitely could relate to the frustration, feelings and am inspired by her vulnerability…
“I have had bad anxiety since I was 10 years old. For those of you struggling with it, I understand now that it can be really serious and damaging. Be compassionate towards each other. You have no idea how much it can help those with emotional needs!
“This is my story. I hope that it encourages others who struggle with mental disorders to start the process of stepping away from their shame and fear. YOU ARE NOT ALONE!” – Alex G
Be sure to check out Alex’s amazing music – here are some of my favorites: her passionate cover of “I Was Made For Loving You” with James David (DAVIE) (the original is by Tori Kelly and Ed Sheeran) and her original song Lighthouse with spoken word by Danielle Bennett – so beautiful, heart-moving and relevant to what so many people are feeling in the world today. All of these young artists are inspiring ones to follow, be sure to check out their sites below!
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Worship: Spirit Move Kalley Heiligenthal and Bethel Music
This song moves me every time I listen and worship to it – the words so stirring in the season that we’re in…
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Catch More Episodes of The Casting Call!
We introduced “The Casting Call” a while back and wanted to make sure you’ve seen more of this comedy web series created by young adults at Mosaic Church and Hillsong LA…
In Episode 1 an aspiring actress Mariah is taken off guard when Jesus appears and asks her to give up her Instagram…
Did Mariah chose her love for Instagram over Jesus? She’s been getting nightmares since that encounter…Related? Coincidence? Watch the second episode as Mariah and her roommate Joy tries to make sense of it all!
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Inspiration: Don’t Waste Your Life: We’re Here to Serve
Life is short – do not waste it! What are we going to say when we look back on our lives? We’ll never regret loving people and serving people. We’ve shared Becca’s videos before (check out her Youtube channel for more), check out the latest she has to share on how important it is for us to live a life of purpose and service…
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Inspiration: I Know from Group 1 Crew and Don’t Rush Your Blessing
“I know that you’re with me, See me ridin – I ain’t worried about nothin…”
I’ve been jammin to the song “I Know” from Group 1 Crew from the album “Power” that is out on July 29. It’s a great reminder that in whatever happens in life we don’t have to worry because God’s got it under control.
I also love this message from Manwell, on how important it is to trust the timing of God and the preparation process He has us going through in order to live out our purpose – embrace the process and don’t rush your blessing. Thanks for the realness and encouragement!
Editor’s Vlog & Inspiration: Dream Deeper, Your Purpose and Love Can Change Lives
Dream deeper than how the world tells us to dream – your purpose could make someone’s day brighter just by you showing that you see them and care!✌❤️
Above is a snippet of my story that I shared on Periscope (join me @dreamfleur) of how my life has changed once I found true love. I spent the past few months at Christ for the Nations (I highly recommend that place for anyone who has a dream of changing the world and wants to connect with God in a deeper way to get more direction). One of the biggest lessons is that sometimes God wants us to step out of our comfort zone to reach out to the people around us that we don’t know, to show them love and maybe pray for them if we feel led to.
Our dreams can have a platform that reaches so many people but at times God wants us to get out of our comfort zone to talk to one person and see how they’re doing, and to share His love with them – it could make all the difference in their world!
Dream BIG and dare to dream deeper, seeing people like God sees them, with live, reaching out to the lonely and the overlooked. It fills you up with so much joy to know you made a difference on someone’s life and in turn you change the world!
Below is one of the devotions I wrote for CFNI on this topic of being love to people to change the world:
“…Anyone who wants to be first must be the very last, and the servant of all.” Mark 9:36
Our culture often looks to crowds and numbers as a measure of influence, especially in our social media-driven world. Even in ministry we could get distracted by being overly focused on status and boosting our numbers.
Jesus did teach crowds and feed multitudes but He also did significant ministry work on the personal level. There was the moment He looked tenderly into the face of the woman at the well and several times when He stopped to heal determined individuals who were in need.
Loving others is our call, but how often do we leave our comfort zones and the church building to love people one-on-one? Are we too distracted striving to be great to notice individuals God has placed in our path for a greater purpose? When we cultivate relationships with others and genuinely show compassion they’ll tangibly experience God’s love.
Let’s ask God to give us eyes to see those who feel invisible and forgotten, the downcast and weary. We can heal the broken-hearted and set captives free through love and service – if we dare to get uncomfortable and personal. -Julene Fleurmond #cfnidevotionals #relationships Find more inspiration and nourishment for your spirit on my blog http://dreamfleur.com.
Below is a video promo for Christ for the Nations that some of my friends are featured in and produced. CFNI is really an inspiring place – whatever your dream is it might be a place to learn to dream DEEPER with a greater mission:
Editor’s Picks: Inspiration for Your Purpose
In the Editor’s Picks posts I share some inspiring messages and resources that have been inspiring me and will encourage you in your purpose:
The promo video for STORY in Chicago caught my attention and was like God drawing me in to see what He’s been speaking to my heart over the past few years, about reigniting our creativity to dream like children again:
What if we can reclaim the places where imagination has been lost and find the whisper that beckons us to look past the ordinary…what would we discover?
This is your Invitation to Another World…
“Out of intimacy flows ministry…”
Jesus speaks to us in the fullness of time, that is, when he is ready to do work that he has called us to do. Paula Benne gives a personal testimony about how God spoke to her. Her story is so relatable!
Click here to listen to her message from the Fullness of Time Conference…
What Does Intimacy With God ACTUALLY Look Like?! Inspiration from Simply Feli
We talk about intimacy with God all the time but what does that actually look like practically? Femi from “Simply Feli TV” shares her heart and some tips on how to connect deeply to the heart of God. Feli says “I just want people to have a more dynamic and intimate relationship with Jesus. That’s me in a nut shell really.” Be sure to check out more of her videos on her Youtube page – they’re so inspiring and relevant: https://www.youtube.com/c/simplyfelivision
Divine Permission to Be YOU!
Lance Wallnau, a powerful speaker and author, helped to launch a program called Gates of Influence at my church that I was able to take part in over the past few years. That program changed my perspective on purpose and so many areas of life and gave me insight about the 7 mountains of society that God calls us to make an impact in. One of the main messages he shares is that we have times of being hidden where we develop deep intimacy with God and build our character and resilience:
The Latest from Dream in Soul Magazine: Music from NF, Lecrae on UnAshamed, Inspiration from Steven Furtick and More
Real from NF’s Album Therapy Session
Raw and real, NF’s latest album goes deep and share’s what he’s been going through. Click here to get Therapy Session on iTunes. Check out NF talking about what inspired the album below:
Inspiration: It Is What It Is But Its Not What It Seems from Steven Furtick
Steven Furtick shares encouragement on getting through disappointments and the contradictions of life – when your life looks nothing like what you expected…
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Lecrae On His New Book Unashamed
“My prayer is that you’ll make music too. Maybe not with your voice, and maybe not on a stage, but hopefully with your life.” – Lecrae
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Music Pick and Inspiration: Greater is He and Today from Blanca
Blanca inspires you that you can make it through and live your purpose today, and that God is so much greater than your circumstances…
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The Latest From Dream In Soul Magazine: Artist Spotlight with Hannah Schaefer
“Through my music I want people to experience the work of the Holy Spirit…I want to bring hope, faith and love with every song I sing/write and change lives.”
– Hannah Schaefer
For this Artist Spotlight feature 19-year-old Hannah Schaefer introduces herself and the story and passion behind her music and the song “All the Way.” Take a listen to the song below and click here to get her EP on iTunes!
Hannah’s Story
I grew up in the small town of Columbia City, Indiana. My childhood memories consists of catching frogs on warm summer nights at my grandparents lake house and, in the winter time, pretending to be a professional snow boarder down the hill in my backyard. I’ve loved growing up in a flyover state where Jesus is frequently the center of it all…
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