I Woke Up WORTHY: Words on Worth, Wholeness, Self-Esteem and Healing with Shannon Evette
Shannon Evette is empowering others to know their worth, to know that you were created worthy and have value beyond what the world says you do. Listen to her share encouragement above. Below Shannon speaks with Jay Barnett, therapist and speaker, about love and relationships and how knowing our worth is important when it comes […]
Read More »I Woke Up WORTHY: Words on Worth, Wholeness, Self-Esteem and Healing with Shannon Evette
Shannon Evette is empowering others to know their worth, to know that you were created worthy and have value beyond what the world says you do. Listen to her share encouragement above. Below Shannon speaks with Jay Barnett, therapist and speaker, about love and relationships and how knowing our worth is important when it comes […]
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A Leap of Faith Into Who You Are in Christ – Heart to Heart with Dr. Naima Johnston-Bush
Dr. Naima speaks about how she learned to trust in God as a young woman and gives advice on embracing your identity in Christ…
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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!
Read More »Video: Blanca from Group 1 Crew Talks About “Beautiful”
Group 1 Crew released their EP Spacebound at the beginning of June and one of the songs is called “Beautiful”. The song has a great message about realizing that we are wonderfully made by God and that our beauty comes from Him. We can shake off our insecurities and walk in the confidence He gives.
Some Lyrics From Beautiful:
I’ve been thinking bout the way I see, myself and I, just can’t understand why I say
All those hurtful things about myself, insecurities, they don’t seem to just go awayAnd it’s hard for me to understand, you loving me, through all the mistakes that I make
I’m so glad that you will never leave, keep reminding me, how you see me each day I wake…
Visit the Group 1 Crew website for the rest of the lyrics, more videos and for updates on their album and tour. Also, listen to the entire “Spacebound EP streamed online from their Facebook page. Click here to order the EP on iTunes.
Blanca Reyes talks about the meaning of the song “Beautiful” below:
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Dream in Soul Store & The Real Love Series Launch
The Dream in Soul Store has officially launched, starting with the Real Love Series of shirts for women, especially young women, to show a commitment to being pure in their season of singleness and waiting for a real love that resembles God’s.
The Dream in Soul line of uplifting line of apparel and gifts were made for you to express your faith in a bold way. The goal of the line is to bring glory to God through creativity and to present unique pieces that speak truth and inspire others. The apparel caters to a variety of tastes, from those that prefer a colorful and youthful look to the more refined.
More designs for men, women and kids will be added shortly. Click here or on the Store tab in the navigation bar to visit the store. Stay tuned for the next series of gifts and apparel coming up soon, and check out some of the first designs below:
Click here for details…
Real Love is Worth the Wait T-Shirt for Women
Shirt Description
“Real love is worth the wait…” If we are worth it in the eyes of the God of the universe, then our hearts are worth the wait for true love that resembles His, and a love story written by Him. Based on 1 Corinthians 13 – The top right heart says “Patient” and the “T” in “wait” drips hearts with the words “love,” and “kind.”
Great is Thy Faithfulness T-Shirt for Women
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Shirt Description
God’s love is never ending, never wavering, always flowing. Based on Lamentations 3:21-24: Yet I still dare to hope when I remember this: The faithful love of the Lord never ends! His mercies never cease. Great is Thy faithfulness; His mercies begin afresh each morning. I say to myself, “The LORD is my portion; therefore I will wait for Him!” He loves you. Always. Forever.
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Soul Connection: Ladies Edition – Picks From Going Beyond Ministries & Girls Gone Wise
The Soul Connection Guide features great Christian sites and media picks. Here are some picks especially for young women, from some of the sites featured:
Priscilla Shirer, Kari Jobe, Michelle McKinney Hammond and Others On Singleness – From Going Beyond Ministries
Going Beyond Ministries, founded by author, speaker and Bible teacher Priscilla Shirer, always presents inspiring discussions for women on their website and blog. I love how the conversations are so real, touching on faith topics, and even on fashion and hair.
Recently a great series on singleness was sparked on the site, featuring the insights of Kari Jobe, author and speaker Michelle McKinney Hammond and others. Check out links to each of the posts in the series and be sure to visit the Going Beyond Ministries site regularly for other great discussions and content:
- Kari Jobe and Singleness – Kari Jobe talks about the season of singleness and gives advice to others…
- More on Singleness, from Priscilla and Linnae – Part 2 of the Singleness Discussion
- Single Talk Continues – Part 3 of the Singleness Discussion
- Meet Michelle McKinney Hammond – Michelle McKinney Hammond discusses all things singleness and how she stays focused on God in this season…
- Interview with Jason Illian, from the Bachelorette – A former bachelor from the show The Bachelorette chimes into the conversation.
Going Beyond Ministries Website: www.goingbeyond.com
Going Beyond Ministries Blog: www.goingbeyond.com/blog
Inspiration for Girls Gone Wise
The Girls Gone Wise book and website are part of the “quiet counter-revolution of gals (and guys) who follow Jesus Christ and dare to delight in God’s design for womanhood & manhood.” The founder, Mary Kassian, is an award winning author, internationally renowned speaker, and a distinguished professor at Southern Baptist Seminary.
The Girls Gone Wise website features a variety of content on pursuing Biblical womanhood, and great discussions on topics and events happening today. Here are some recent and really interesting posts featured on the site:
- Have you been swept off your feet? – “Did you know that you can tell the difference between a Girl-Gone-Wild and a Girl-Gone-Wise by looking at her feet?”
- Can Bad Boys be Godly Men? – Does the character of a “bad boy” match up with how the Bible defines a godly man?
- The Abstinent Vampire Attraction – A discussion on why girls today are so enthralled with the Twilight “phenomenon”
- Wise vs. Wild Contrast Series – A series of posts on the difference between a “Girl Gone Wise” and one that’s “gone wild.”
Girls Gone Wise Website: www.girlsgonewise.com
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Video Pick: Lost Get Found: Britt Nicole
Britt Nicole’s video for “Lost Get Found,” from her 2009 album of the same name, is a great reminder of sharing our love and the truth of the Gospel with others, and not letting the fire of our faith dim out:
Click here to see the official video on Youtube, or listen to the song below:
Britt Nicole – Lost Get Found from cedarcreek.tv production on Vimeo.
Lost Get Found Lyrics“Hello my friend
I remember when you were
So alive with your wide eyes
Then the light that you had in your heart was stolen
Now you say that it ain’t worth stayin’
You wanna run but you’re hesitatin’
I’m talkin’ to me…Don’t let your lights go down
Don’t let your fire burn out
‘Cause somewhere, somebody needs a reason to believe
Why don’t you rise up now?
Don’t be afraid to stand out
That’s how the lost get found…”
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Mary Mary on Being Beautiful and Being Intentional
Mary Mary recently released an inspiring book for women called “Be U: Be Honest, Be Beautiful, Be Intentional, Be Strong, Be You!” Their goal for the book is to inspire young women to find their worth in God:
- “‘Be U’ has more to do with the strength God puts in our hearts than it does with how we look on the outside. It’s all about seeing ourselves as God sees us: beautiful, forgiven, cherished, and loved.”
Watch the videos below where they discuss embracing true beauty, being intentional and the vision behind the book.
Watch the video below where they discuss the vision for their book:
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Music Notes: “I Love You” and “Your Show” – Michelle Bonilla from “In Spite of Me”
“More than any diamonds you can buy me, I want a love that can’t be measured by things. I want a perfect unconditional love- Jesus is where you’ll find unconditional love.” – Michelle Bonilla
Michelle Bonilla‘s song “I Love You” from her upcoming album “In Spite of Me” is an upbeat and catchy reminder of how wide and great God’s love is. I love the funky rhythm and especially the message. Listen to the song below and see what you think:
Michelle on the meaning of the song:
“The idea of true love has been so blurred by society’s mundane and selfish values that they’ve sold a lie to girls everywhere, and the saddest part is that the girls believe it. I wanted them to see what true love looks like, and that it’s nothing like what they’ve seen or heard on TV or radio.”
Michelle will be releasing her sophomore album “In Spite of Me” on April 13th, and “I Love You” & “Your Show” will be two of the songs on the project along with 11 other new songs. Visit her website http://www.michellebonilla.com to order and for updates. You can hear samples of some of the songs on DaSouth.com and download her song “I Love You” free from GMClife.com.
Here’s a past video from Michelle, “Your Show”, that reminds us that all we are and do are for God’s glory.
“Everything that I do is for you…Give up my will hang up my pride, give you my life you can take the limelight, I don’t need the spotlight at all- this is your show…” – Michelle Bonilla
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Girls Who SOAR: Soul-Filled Fiction
Here are some great fiction book picks for teen girls that will both entertain and inspire you. Later we’ll also be posting fiction picks for young adults and ones for everyone to enjoy:
The Divas: Veronique by Victoria Christopher Murray
New York City — are you ready for the Divine Divas? Because these teenage gospel music sensations are ready for you!
Veronique wants to be a star just as much as her fellow Divas do, but there’s more to it than just fame for her. Unlike her middle-class friends at Holy Cross Prep, Veronique is there on scholarship, and if she wins a recording contract, she can move her mother and brothers out of their crummy apartment.
But Veronique has another dream that’s hers alone. She longs to meet her dad, who disappeared to New York when she was just a baby. Could going to the Big A with the other Divas be Veronique’s big chance to find him? Veronique knows she’ll have to do some legwork on her own, though, so she turns to the internet for help. While it seems like a miracle when she gets a response, her friends aren’t so sure. Is Veronique putting herself in danger, just when the Divas are on the brink of really making it big? And will her faith and her friends be enough to keep her safe?
About the Author
Victoria Christopher Murray is the Essence bestselling author of the novels Truth Be Told, Joy, Temptation, and Blessed Assurance, a collection of inspirational short stories. She lives with her family in Inglewood, California. Visit her at www.victoriachristophermurray.com.
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Video Pick: How He Loves Us – Kim Walker & Jesus Culture
How He Loves Us – Kim Walker / Jesus Culture
This video and song are a great declaration of God’s love for us. Featuring Kim Walker and the Jesus Culture Band, the song is from their “We Cry Out” CD/DVD, available on jesusculture.com.
Lyrics
He is jealous for me,
Loves like a hurricane, I am a tree,
Bending beneath the weight of his wind and mercy.
When all of a sudden,
I am unaware of these afflictions eclipsed by glory,
And I realise just how beautiful You are,
And how great Your affections are for me.
And oh, how He loves us so,
Oh how He loves us,
How He loves us all
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Word: John 5:9-17 – “No Greater Love…” – Real Love is Worth the Wait
John 5:9-17
9 “As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you. Now remain in my love. 10 If you obey my commands, you will remain in my love, just as I have obeyed my Father’s commands and remain in his love. 11 I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and that your joy may be complete.
12 My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you. 13 Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends.
14 You are my friends if you do what I command. 15 I no longer call you servants, because a servant does not know his master’s business. Instead, I have called you friends, for everything that I learned from my Father I have made known to you. 16 You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you to go and bear fruit—fruit that will last. Then the Father will give you whatever you ask in my name.
17 This is my command: Love each other.
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