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 »For King and Country’s Movie Priceless Inspired by True Stories
For King and Country released the film “Priceless,” a drama and love story inspired by true events on how every life has value. Knowing how inspiring these guys music is, I’m excited to see the movie which stars one of the brothers Joel. Check out the trailer above and visit http://pricelessthemovie.com to find out where the movie is playing near you.
Below the guys talk about the message behind the film and how it touches on the issue of human trafficking.
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Editor’s Vlog & Diary: Love Yourself, Overcoming Insecurity and Comparison
Baby you should go and love yourself…Have you ever scrolled down your Facebook or Instagram feed or been somewhere and found yourself comparing yourself to other people – maybe feeling like you’re behind in life and in your purpose or don’t measure up to others’ standards? I’ve been there!
Here’s an entry from my Dear Diary Video series at Dreamfleur.com where I’m talking about life topics that we can all relate to – this one is avoiding the trap of comparison, judging others and insecurity…(Watch till the end to see me burst out into spontaneous song, my remix of Justin Bieber’s Love Yourself;)
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Spotlight: Your Story Matters at Unveiled
“Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. And we all, with unveiled face, beholding the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from one degree of glory to another. For this comes from the Lord who is the Spirit.” 2 Corinthians 3:17-18
In the video below Jessica Chinyelu, the creator of the organization “I Am Woman of Purpose” introduces the women of the ministry Unveiled. Jessica serves as a Co-Founder of Unveiled and in this episode of her show “DIALOGUE” goes into an intimate conversation on the vision, women sharing stories and the importance of discipleship and mentorship.
Unveiled is a ministry that captures real, authentic, un-cut stories and strongly believes the Lord will remove the mask that so many women feel they have to hide behind because of shame, guilt, fear, or condemnation. Women from all over the world have already began to share freely and boldly about the darkest times in their lives and the moment when His light began to shine through, offering hope.
Unveiled believes that every single story matters, including the stories of those of you reading this right now and those yet to be written. If you are interested in sharing your story be sure to visit: weareunveiled.com
Connect with Unveiled:
Twitter: @weareunveiled
Instagram: @weareunveiled
Facebook: Unveiled
Share your story on the website: weareunveiled.com
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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…
Through Your Eyes Lyrics
Get it together
That’s what I say to me
I put on the pressure
You could do better
Be who you’re supposed to be
[Verse 2]
But that’s when you came in
Right when I needed you
Said all of the things that I was believing
Not one of them were true…
[Pre-Chorus]
You’re lifting my head up
I was keeping my head down
I didn’t know love
But I do now
[Chorus]
Cause you stood right there
And then you broke apart the lies
You told me I had something beautiful inside
You brought to life the part of me I thought had died
Cause you stood right there
Until I saw me, I saw me through your eyes
I saw me, I saw me through your eyes
I saw me, I saw me through your eyes
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God Can Do More Than You Can Dream (Ephesians 3:20) Editor’s Journal and Inspiration
No matter what your world looks like with Love there is beauty and anything is possible. We have the power to be the change, to fly high, way beyond our dreams – just take a leap and believe
“…[He] will live in you as you open the door and invite him in. And I ask him that with both feet planted firmly on love, you’ll be able to take in…the extravagant dimensions of Christ’s love. Reach out and experience the breadth! Test its length! Plumb the depths! Rise to the heights… Live full lives, full in the fullness of God. God can do anything, you know – far more than you could ever imagine or guess or request in your wildest dreams! He does it not by pushing us around but by working within us, his Spirit deeply and gently within us.” Ephesians 3 MSG
From my design series at dreaminsoul.com – Julene Fleurmond, editor of Dream in Soul Magazine…Keep dreaming!
Check out one of the dreams I’ve been pursuing at my blog, creating inspirational music with a greater purpose…
Above is an animation showing a snippet of lyrics for my song “Arise and Shine (Dare Dreamer)” and a little venturing into stop-motion (I love trying new things) The lyrics in the clip above say:
“Arise and Shine, Dare Dreamer can’t you see you’re full of purpose and possibility! So arise and shine O Sleeper, don’t give up now dare, Dreamer, arise and shine Dear Dreamer come alive!” That’s my message to YOU today and everyday!
A while back I shared how I have been pursuing my dream of inspiring others through music. It’s weird but I’ve been realizing that one of the reasons why I’ve been avoiding doing music is because I’ve been feeling so unconnected with so much of the music in the world and felt like I had to follow the way things have been done. I was like I’m not even as passionate about singing as I am about other things and as much as music artists are, I don’t feel like a “singer,” I’m a speaker/writer/visual artist why do You want me to do this??? Then He told me though multiple ways and people, why can’t you be both, I made you that way…why can’t we merge our passions into something that hasn’t been seen before?
It came to the point where I couldn’t even listen to music or enjoy it much, like I always felt like something was off for me. Not because other music is bad music but because when God wants you to step out into the unknown to create something new He makes you restless and annoyed until you do it, lol…so don’t avoid your purpose. You won’t feel fully alive until you fully embrace your calling.
Dreamers often get frustrated because what God asks them to do doesn’t make “sense”, as they are made to do something new and get tired of the status quo – usually because they are meant to shake things up to change the world – misfits are lit yo… we weren’t made to be “normal.” We color outside the lines to pioneer a new path that no one has seen…
People like Walt Disney and Oprah Winfrey inspire me (I might have been their wild child) because they paved new paths, defined their own success and innovated unique dreams that did not exist before and didn’t wait for anyone’s validation. That’s my dream – to meld my passions into something new that may not “fit in” but expresses that part of God’s heart I’m created to be. For the longest time I felt pressured to do what others expected me to or to fit a mold so others can like me but that’s no way to live!
I don’t want this to be about me – stars don’t shine alone in the dark sky. My dream is not celebrity but community – to ignite a movement to unite singers and artists who have a heart for creating art with a greater mission and together we support one another, collaborate and change the world. Sound like you? Send me a line!
<3 Why do so many great artists fall and why do so many artists struggle - maybe because we were never made to carry glory alone or to be worshipped but to unite to draw people to the greatest Artist of all...
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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!
Check out more from Alex G here:
http://www.OfficialAlexG.com
http://www.facebook.com/HelloAlexGAlex G is a Colorado-raised, LA-based singer/songwriter, dreamer, sister, and friend. She is an old soul who loves Lucille Ball and Carol Burnett, and a childlike believer in all things daring and magical and pure.
Formerly afraid to sing in front of people, Alex began her career by posting videos to YouTube from the quiet safety of her home. Her channel quickly gained a following, moving Alex away from her fear and toward a career as a musician. Now, four years in the making, her channel has over 1.3 million subscribers and 160 million views.
Check out more from Danielle Bennett here:
http://www.missdaniellebennett.com
http://www.twitter.com/missdbennettDanielle Bennett is a poet, communicator, and educator. She currently works as a freelance artist, in content strategy for the non-profit AdoptTogether, as well as in strategic planning for the education non-profit Green Dot Public Schools. Prior to this work, she helped run a family business in technical inventions and was a high school teacher in Inglewood. While her day-to-day work has given her a wide range of experiences in tackling challenging issues, poetry has been a lifeboat through it all. She deeply believes in the power of poetry as a cathartic tool and means of compelling storytelling.
Check out more from James David here:
Music on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/davie/id1031976892Soulful Los Angeles-based singer/songwriter James David smoothly blends the old soul rhythm and blues vibe of a young Sam Cooke with a modern feel good energy that will have everyone dancing along.
A singer/songwriter since the age of 13, James David aims to create classic songs that remain relevant by speaking to the soul. “My music teachers would tell me to write a song a day, to practice, don’t judge whether its bad or good, but just get to expressing your self through writing.
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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…
Note From Becca:
Hi beautiful people!
This song will definitely encourage you when it comes to this topic: Live it Well by Switchfoot:
The book I mention is called the Good News About Injustice. It’s opened my eyes so much to the injustices that go on around the world. This topic is SO important to me! We need to wake up every single day with the mindset that TODAY could be our last day. What would you change if you knew tomorrow was your last day on earth? It would affect EVERYTHING you do! How does knowing any day could be our last affect the way you treat others, the way you speak, the things you do? These are super important questions to ask! Encourage, LOVE, and serve other people because that is what we are here for!
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/thefardistance
Tumblr: http://www.thefardistance.tumblr.comHave a great day and know you are soo loved by God.
-Bex
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Inspiration: Trust in You and Lauren Daigle on How to Overcome Fear
Below Lauren Daigle explains the meaning behind “Trust in You” and shares inspiration on how she’s learned to overcome fear. I love her honesty & could could so relate to the story she tells about getting clarity about our calling which we sometimes may chase after rather than loving and pursuing God Himself…
“There’s a continuing theme on this record—trust,” says Daigle. “My heart’s cry is that people feel empowered as a body of Christ. It’s just heavy on my heart for all of us to rise up in unity and recognize the goodness of God. My hope is that people are empowered by knowing who they belong to, knowing that they are the son or daughter of God, and in response to that being able to worship fully, worship with complete abandon.” – Lauren Daigle
Lauren penned “Trust in You” with Mabury and Michael Farren. “‘Trust In You’ came from a series of transitions in my life,” she explains. “My grandfather had just passed away and he and I were super close. When I lived in Baton Rouge and went to LSU, I lived with him. He was so much fun and one of the most influential men in my life. He was the first person really close to me that I had lost. I was telling Michael Farren about it and he told me about a book he was reading by a man who once worked for Mother Teresa.
Upon arriving, she said, ‘Is there anything I can do for you? And he said, ‘Yes, you can pray for me. You can pray that I have clarity.’ And she said, ‘No, I am not going to pray that you have clarity because clarity is the last thing that’s holding you back.’ He said, ‘Mother Teresa what are you talking about? You have had clarity your whole life.’ She said, ‘No, I’ve never had clarity. I’ve only had trust.’ When I heard that, I knew it was not about seeing the big picture. It’s about trusting that the Lord is going to be there for you.”
– from Lauren Daigle’s website
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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? Feli 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
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