Strayed Talk (Real Journeys) with Carla Bennett

This podcast is reminder of how Love can propel us in our weakness and how we can grow when we focus on the plan and purpose God has for our life. Join me as we journey together on this vulnerable path

A word of encouragement to all. Trust Him

Special Guest Monica White shares a compelling story about her personal experience with domestic violence. Please join us as she describes her ordeal and how she escaped this part of her journey. You will be greatly impacted, so invite your loved ones to tune in!

Thanks for joining me last week as we spoke with Minister Iphrana Henry about her experience with domestic violence in the church. Hope you were able to tune in on your favorite podcast channel or join us on Strayed Talk YouTube Channel. Today, I just want to encourage someone. Share this episode with someone who may feel there is no hope. Let them know there is always hope in Jesus Christ.

Minister Iphrana Henry Adolphe is the founder of My Name is Grace Ministries, an organization dedicated to help women of faith expose domestic violence in the home. The ministry focuses on teaching Godly principles of marriage covenant to prevent domestic violence and ultimately provides a safe haven shelter for women of faith. Join us as Iphrana shares her personal experience with domestic violence as a woman of faith. She will describe her journey from victim to victory. You don't want to miss this compelling and intriguing story! Invite a friend to tune in.

In a world of disarray and uncertainties, where is our hope for a better future? Let's explore how we may find this hope.

Tune is as we evaluate our personal worth and how we see worth in others.

Join me on this real journey as we tackle the struggles of jealousy and envy in our daily lives. Let us seek ways to eradicate the negativity from our hearts. You don't want to miss this episode!

Note: Strayed Talk (Real Journeys) and I have NO copyrights to the music in this episode! Be encouraged as we take this journey with my dear friend Lacyann Holmes Sanderson. Lacyann is a dedicated wife to her husband, Dwaine and a loving mother to her three children, Dania, Matthew and Cassidy.  Her humble spirit has no boundaries as she shares her faith and heart with all who come in contact with her. You don't want to miss this encouraging episode! Note: Strayed Talk (Real Journeys) and I have NO copyrights to the music in this episode!

Join me on this journey as I describe my experience learning that God is Not an Option! This episode is an eye opener as it reveals how much we need HIM!

Listen in as my oldest son, Janoye shares his journey about growing up during adverse situations and how his anger propelled him to become the man he is today.

How do you measure success? What are your priorities? Join me on this journey as we discover how to prioritize our lives and gain true success.

Many times, we hear of the pros and cons of a single parent, but we hardly hear the child's perspective. Tune in as I speak with one of my own son Joshua about his journey as the child of a single parent. You don't want to miss this episode!

Can you admit that we may have some form of bias? Journey with me as I share one of my personal experiences with the danger of biases. You don't want to moss this episode.

Do you need forgiveness, or do you need to forgive? Either way, there is an entanglement with unforgiveness with all parties involved. Tune into this episode as I share my personal experience with Forgiveness.  Hope you become free today as this podcast seeks to impact your life in a positive way. To God be the Glory

As I take the remainder of the month of January to fast and pray, feel free to join me on this journey seeking God and all His Righteousness. Be prepared to surrender your plans as you fulfill His plan for your life

Join me as I share my current journey in seeking a closer relationship with God. He is all that matters. Invite a friend to tune in as we start 2022 with God and continue in His Purpose and Plan for our lives.

I am so thankful for to all of you who tune in week after week to support and encourage this platform that God has given us. Looking forward to a blissful year in 2022. God's willing

Do you think you can fix everything? Do you believe you have everything under control? Walk with me on this journey that led me to humility when I began to realize I am never in control

Join Evangelist Mark Young as he takes us on his personal transitional journey from a secular job to full time ministry with his beautiful wife Martishia. His daily mission is to impact many lives by sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ. He recently published a book called, "Don't Don't Try to Save the World and Lose Your Home." You can purchase the book from: https://www.emyministry.com Below you will find a brief bio about Evangelist Mark and Martishia Young. Mark and Martishia Young are the Evangelist & Lead Servants of M.A.S.Y. Ministries Inc., it is a 501c3 non-profit ministry. Mark and Martishia Young are both Proclamation Evangelists with the NGA/Luis Palau organization. They have both served and preached the gospel Through-out the United States, South America, Cuba, Puerto Rico, Uganda and Zambia Africa with the NGA team since 2008. Mark and Martishia Young speaks at churches, schools, Crusades/festivals and conferences on the call of the church. Mark and Martishia Young has trained evangelism on three continents and currently has a team of evangelist in Marietta GA, India and Zambia Africa. Their passion is to share the Gospel message and unify as many people of God as possible and encourage the ongoing work of evangelism and missions in fulfilling John 17:21 “21 that all of them may be one, Father, just as you are in me and I am in you. May they also be in us so that the world may believe that you have sent me”. Mark married to his best friend and partner in ministry, Evangelist Martishia Young, and they are proud parents of 3 boys, Michael, Marcos and Kevin. Also, they are the proud grandparents to their five grandchildren, Markeyia, Jazlyne, Liberty, Levi and Landon. Mark and Martishia lives in Dallas GA. For more information, please visit the website. www.masyministries.org https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjABvPuDzwMa1DnMbS7TTeg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ru-a2llnC7s&t=2s

Do you struggle with telling the truth? Is it considered your truth or the absolute truth? Join me as I speak briefly about my journey on Truth. The Truth will set us free Indeed

Many times we are greeted with unexpected situations that can easily rip our hearts apart. I would like to call those situations "curveballs." During those periods, we tend to want to pause our journey and stand still hoping that the issues will just vanish. Walk with me today as I take you with me on the "Journey of Emotional Pain" from my perspective. It is never easy, but we can overcome it. Philippians 4:13 is a great remedy to these situations. Invite a friend to walk on this path.

We encounter struggles on a daily basis. Today we will go on a journey that leads you to the path of being victorious over your inner struggles. It is a warfare. Let us be conquerors knowing that the battle is not ours. It has already been won by God's grace.

Gary Brown is the Lead Pastor of Ark International Ministry in Naples, Florida. He is also an entrepreneur who takes pride in utilizing his one-of-a kind establishment, 'The Gentleman's Club Barbershop to empower men within the community to master greatness for themselves and to be excellent role models in society. Pastor Gary is currently married with children. He speaks about his personal journey of transformation by answering the call on his life to preach the gospel. He focuses on serving others in the community as a Leader and entrepreneur with the hope of lives being transformed.

Being thankful can be difficult especially when unexpected curveballs are thrown at us. Walk with me on this journey as we strive to have a heart of gratitude to eliminate our complaints.

This episode may create some controversial conversations. They are my personal views as I continue this Journey. It is simply a reminder for us to focus less on the titles we may have and focus more on building our character.

Our Special Guest Paul Lamar Hunter is an author, life coach and speaker who will take us on his journey of perseverance. He was born in Racine, Wisconsin. He is the 19th child of 21 children and the first one in his family to graduate college. He is a proud father of 4 children. He is the author of the book, " No Love, No Charity: The Success of the 19th Child." The book is available at Barnes and Nobles, Amazon and on his website. Paul loves to share his story with the goal of impacting many in a positive way. He doesn't hesitate to share his journey and has used several platforms such as Ebony Magazine, Dr. Phil show, Blacknews.com, TV Shows and many other national outlets to do so. Paul states that he takes the time and opportunity to encourage the youth of today to pursue their dreams and never give up. You can learn more about Paul or contact him by visiting his website or any of his media outlets below: www.paullamarhunter.com Twitter: @PaulLamarHunter Facebook: Paul Lamar Hunter Instagram: PAULLAMARHUNTER TikTok: PLH19 Skype @APLH19 (210) 749-6319 To assist Paul with visiting many more organizations and sharing his story with inner city youths, you may support him through https://cash.app/$PaulLamarHunter

Shorna Alexander is a beautiful, talented young lady with great aspirations. She always speaks with passion about her mother, Jennifer and brother, Richard and how important family is to her. Shorna will take us on her personal and inspiring journey of determination to meet her desired goals. She will walk us through the path she has taken of never giving up despite obstacles or challenges. Her journey is a strong reminder of how courage and faith are essential to achieving our goals!

Paul Neil was born in England to Jamaican parents. He is married to his wife, Gianni with five beautiful children. Paul currently holds various leadership positions in his local church, Bible Connection Center. These roles include Deacon, Praise and Worship Leader and Youth Leader. Paul is also a passionate songwriter that seeks to make a difference in many lives through his music. Paul will take us on his journey from dancehall dj to finding God's Grace. This intriguing journey took several turns that led Paul to discover how difficult , yet satisfying it is to find his purpose by faith. You don't want to miss it!

We are never in control. We can become unified for the world to be a better place. We must have love. Walk with me on this brief journey of reflection as we express love for each other through God's love for us.

Today's episode will explore our motives. Many times, we are focused on what is being done but never why we make certain choices. We can become blindsided by not knowing the core reason behind how things are done. Come with me on this thought provoking journey as we check our motives to ensure they are intact with our actions. Invite a friend as you don't want to miss this episode!

Sometimes we measure our success based on someone else perception. This may cause us to miss the opportunity to embrace our own achievements. Tune in as I talk about how important it is to embrace and value our success journey.

Winsome Williams , affectionately known as Aunty Cherry was born in St. Andrew, Jamaica. She is the founder of "In His Will Ministries of South Florida", an international outreach ministry that focuses on bringing healing to hurting people. Winsome Williams is an author who recently published her latest book, 'Receiving Healing through Forgiveness (A Guide to Freedom) which is now available at Amazon. She has two beautiful daughters, two son-in-laws and four grandchildren. However, she is a mother and grandmother to many others that have crossed her path. Winsome will take us on a real journey that changed her entire life and may change yours as well. Invite someone who needs to make a much needed transition in their life to take this walk with her. Listen in! This is an episode you don't want to miss!

Nicole Huie was born in Jamaica and migrated to the United States as a teenager. She is currently married to her husband, Vaughn with five beautiful children. In our last episode, Nicole took us on a very painful journey she endured that many can relate to. As Nicole recounts her experience with molestation and the many impacts it had on her life, she also takes the time in this second episode to share how healing occurs. Be sure to tune in!

Nicole Huie was born in Jamaica and migrated to the United States as a teenager. She is currently married to her husband, Vaughn with five beautiful children. Nicole will takes us on a very painful journey she endured that many can relate to. Pain is one of the hardest thing to endure, but finding purpose in that pain can be rewarding. We will hear through Nicole's story on how healing can take place. You definitely don't want to miss this episode!

Today's episode is about a recent journey I experienced that I felt compelled to talk about. This episode speaks to parents, children and the community on a whole of how important words are. Please join me on this heartfelt journey and I pray it will make a difference in your lives. Don't forget to invite a friend to tune in on your favorite podcast platform.

Carla Bennett was born in Jamaica and migrated to the United States at age 23. She is wife and mother of three children. She recently retired from her airline job of nearly 20 years and published her second book Strayed Part 2 (The Journey Continues). The book details an integral part of her life story. Her focus is to impact and influence others in a positive way, while sharing other people intriguing journeys on her podcast Strayed Talk (Real Journeys).

J'anna Thomas-Bennett was born in New York. J'anna is 20 years old and is currently in college pursuing her dream to become an attorney. Listen as she describes her journey as a part of Generation Z and the impact this generation has on today's world.

Tamieka McGibbon was born the beautiful island of Jamaica. She migrated to the United States at age 19. She has been married to the love of her life, Aaron for 18 years. This exclusive interview details a part of her journey she has never discussed openly. Tamieka's goal in sharing her story is to impact and influence others about the journey of what we can do while waiting!

Welcome to Strayed Talk (Real Journeys) . We are taking a journey today with my mother and Pastor Ileen Thomas. She will describe her experience as she answered her call to become a Pastor and the uncertain paths that led her to fulfill her purpose. Pastor Ileen Thomas was born and raised in Jamaica and later migrated to the USA with her family.