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Pain may be loud, but it doesn't get the final word. In “Help Is on the Way,” Sarah Jakes Roberts reminds us that God never asks us to ignore our pain, but He invites us to bring it into His presence. Gratitude and grief can exist in the same heart, and trusting God in the process is how we walk through it with Him. In John 14 and Lamentations 3, we discover how hope is born in the middle of hardship, why pain doesn't have to paralyze your praise, and how the Holy Spirit serves as your advocate, helper, and guide. When Jeremiah's soul was sinking, God's faithfulness lifted his perspective, and He can do the same for you. If you're navigating disappointment, grief, uncertainty, or simply waiting on God, this message will strengthen your faith and remind you that His mercy is still at work. Message: “Help Is on the Way” Scripture: John 14:25-26, Lamentations 3:20-24 (NKJV) Speaker: Sarah Jakes Roberts Date: May 31, 2026 ✨ Welcome to Your Moment of Transformation You don't have to walk this journey alone. Let Jesus guide your steps and fill your life with purpose and peace.

Sometimes we're surrounded by so much noise, fear, and pressure that we don't hear heaven's sound. But God is still speaking. This Walk It Out Wednesday conversation continues unpacking “The Great Gathering” and the power of Pentecost, exploring how the Holy Spirit gives us boldness, breakthrough, and the strength to keep moving even in difficult seasons. As the night unfolds, what begins as teaching turns into a powerful moment of worship, prayer, and prophetic declaration. This service will encourage you to stop silencing your faith and start echoing what God is saying over your life. Grief, fear, and pain aren't the end of your story. Message: “Walk It Out Wednesday: The Great Gathering” Scripture: Acts 2:1-4 (NKJV) Speakers: Pastor Venshard Dobbins, Pastor Don Johnson, Dr. Oscar Williams Date: May 27, 2026 ✨ Welcome to Your Moment of Transformation You don't have to walk this journey alone. Let Jesus guide your steps and fill your life with purpose and peace.

What does it really take to let go of the fairy tale you were raised with and create a life, and family, that's truly your own? In this episode, I sit down with Cheri Bergeron, Austin author, single mom by choice, and passionate advocate for women navigating new paths to motherhood.Cheri's journey has included fertility challenges, marriage and divorce, donor conception loss, and ultimately, building her family in unexpected and deeply intentional ways. Her story is raw, emotional, and so relatable for anyone who has found themselves facing a future far different from the one they once imagined. We talk honestly about the push and pull between career ambition and the dream of motherhood, and what happens when timelines, biology, or relationships don't line up the way you hoped.Cheri shares the lessons she learned about advocating for yourself in the fertility world, building non-traditional village support, and making empowered choices no matter how many pivots your journey requires. We also open up about the real fears so many single mothers by choice face: Will our children be okay? What will people think if we have kids “later”? And how can intentional community shape the way we (and our kids) experience solo motherhood?In this episode, we talk about:Cheri's path from a “Prince Convenient” marriage to solo motherhood by choiceThe realities and surprises of using donor eggs and navigating IVF in your 40sGrieving the losses that come with fertility challenges and transitionsWhy clarity around your values can guide even the hardest decisionsRethinking what your village looks like, and building a non-traditional support systemHandling judgment, both real and imagined, from family and yourselfHow to hold space for kids' questions and thrive as a single-parent familyConnect with Cheri:WebsiteCheri's book, Mission: Motherhood

Some seasons feel scattered. But on Pentecost Sunday, Bishop T.D. Jakes reminds us that God is still in the business of gathering. Gathering what was broken, what was planted in tears, and gathering people back into purpose, power, and hope again. “The Great Gathering” unpacks how God brings beauty out of brokenness, turns seasons around suddenly, and gives ordinary people power to do what they never thought possible. If you've been discouraged, resistant, or wondering if anything is still growing from what you planted in faith, this message will remind you: God still turns things around — suddenly. Message: “The Great Gathering” Scripture: Acts 2:1-7 (KJV) Speaker: Bishop T.D. Jakes Date: May 24, 2026 ✨ Welcome to Your Moment of Transformation You don't have to walk this journey alone. Let Jesus guide your steps and fill your life with purpose and peace.

**In this episode, I'll show you how to build a travel health service in your independent pharmacy, from stocking a summer end cap with sunscreens, bug sprays, and hydration packets, to offering travel vaccine services and paid travel consultations.** **Show Notes:** 1. **Introduction** [0:00] 2. **Summer Travel Opportunities for Pharmacies** [0:10] 3. **Creating a Summer Care Section in Your Pharmacy** [0:44] 4. **Travel Vaccines and Consulting Services** [2:14] 5. **Reaching Out to Community Groups** [3:59] 6. **Building a Profitable Travel Pharmacy Niche** [4:45]   ----- #### **Becoming a Badass Pharmacy Owner Podcast is a Proud to be Apart of the Pharmacy Podcast Network**

Why does God feel silent when you need Him most? And how do you learn to hear His voice in a noisy world? This Walk It Out Wednesday conversation continues exploring the aftermath of Jesus' resurrection in Acts 2 and the outpouring of the Holy Spirit. Discover how God develops you through obedience and listening. The Holy Spirit isn't for emotional displays — He is the One who empowers a lifestyle of fruitfulness, alignment, and spiritual progress. If you've been feeling distant from God or unsure of what He's saying, this conversation brings it back to the foundation: being filled, led, and transformed by the Spirit of God. Message: “Pentecost: The Feast of Weeks” Scripture: Acts 2:1-4 (NKJV) Speakers: Dr. Val, Pastor Venshard Dobbins, Pastor Cora Jakes, Pastor Don Johnson, Dr. Oscar Williams Date: May 20, 2026 ✨ Welcome to Your Moment of Transformation You don't have to walk this journey alone. Let Jesus guide your steps and fill your life with purpose and peace.

It's hard to keep the faith when God's answer isn't the one you wanted. In this message, Pastor Don Johnson unpacks Paul's “thorn in the flesh” from 2 Corinthians, revealing how God's sustaining grace can meet us in discomfort, hardship, and seasons we never would have chosen for ourselves. Watch this word and discover how to: • Trust God even when life feels uncomfortable. • Stop letting pressure shake your identity and purpose. • Understand the difference between avoiding pain and growing through it. • Lean on God's strength when your own strength runs out. If you've been wrestling with disappointment or prayers that seem unanswered, this message is a reminder that God's presence sustains you in the hard seasons. Message: “The Gift You Didn't Want” Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:6-10 (NIV) Speaker: Pastor Don Johnson Date: May 17, 2026 ✨ Welcome to Your Moment of Transformation You don't have to walk this journey alone. Let Jesus guide your steps and fill your life with purpose and peace.

Welcome to Immanuel Baptist Church in Richmond, Virginia!This Sunday: God's Righteous Judgement (2 Thessalonians 1:5-12) with Pastor Jordan Fanara.If you're new to Immanuel, please take a moment to tell us about yourself through our online connect card.We would love to connect with you this week!» https://immanuelbaptist.org/connect-cardYou can also download our Free app — which makes learning more or watching services even easier.» https://subsplash.com/immanuelbaptist/appIf you would like to join a Community Group, meeting twice a month in homes throughout metro Richmond, visit:» https://immanuelbaptist.org/community-groupsYou can learn more about us anytime at: http://immanuelbaptist.org/Giving remains available online. Thank you for your faithfulness, church family!» https://immanuelbaptist.org/give

In this dynamic panel discussion, Dr. Val, Pastor Venshard Dobbins, Pastor Don Johnson, and Dr. Oscar Williams continue The Road to Pentecost series, diving into Acts 1 and the powerful lessons found on the journey toward Pentecost. The panel opens with Thomas and his need for evidence. They reveal how Jesus meets our doubts with an invitation to believe and go forth. God is not afraid of our questions. Moving into Acts 1, the panel unpacks the historical context of the Book of Acts and explores what it means that Jesus commissioned us to continue His work. But there's tension because the disciples were seeking external power when God was trying to give them something internal. The conversation tackles timely questions such as: How important is it to wait? Are we asking God the right questions? How do you walk in power without having all the details? The key truth from Acts 1:6-7? You don't need to know the season's timeline; you need to walk faithfully in the one you're in. Message: “The Road to Pentecost: Acts 1” Speakers: Dr. Val, Pastor Venshard Dobbins, Pastor Don Johnson, and Dr. Oscar Williams Scriptures: Acts 1:1-14 Date: May 13, 2026 ✨ Welcome to Your Moment of Transformation You don't have to walk this journey alone. Let Jesus guide your steps and fill your life with purpose and peace.

Donor conception is changing faster than most fertility clinics or sperm banks can keep up. More and more women are looking for alternative paths to parenthood that put autonomy, transparency, and connection at the center. If you've ever wondered about the world of known, open, and peer-to-peer sperm donation, or wanted more control and clarity on selecting a donor, this episode is for you.Today, I'm joined by Sofie Hafstrøm Kritsotaki, CEO of Y factor, a Copenhagen-based startup helping solo moms (and others) connect directly with sperm donors in a safe and user-friendly way. Sofie shares how Y factor works, why donor and recipient choice matters, and all the behind-the-scenes details about vetting, agreements, communication, and what it looks like to use the app.We break down what it's actually like to search for a donor outside of the typical bank system, including logistics, legal considerations, and the emotional side of creating your family story. If you're feeling both curious and cautious about moving beyond the default options, I hope this conversation helps you feel informed, empowered, and confident in exploring what's possible.In this episode, we talk about:How peer-to-peer sperm donation gives both donor and recipient more agency and choiceWhat makes the Y factor platform different from banks and Facebook groupsWays to prioritize safety, legal clarity, and personal preference in open donor arrangementsThe real motivations behind why men become donors, and how that impacts your decisionNavigating conversations about expectations, boundaries, and future contact with the donorWhy so many single mothers by choice are leading the way in this new modelWhat to consider if you want siblings or want to connect with your child's donor or half-siblingsLearn more about Y factor and download the app here!

There's always a pothole on the way to destiny. Forever First Lady Mrs. Serita Jakes takes us into the story of Naomi. She was a woman whose name means “pleasant,” but her deep sorrow challenged everything she thought she knew. Drawing from passages in Ruth and Hebrews, this powerful Mother's Day message confronts loss, bitterness, and the journey back to confidence. Naomi fled famine, lost her husband and sons in Moab, and renamed herself “bitter,” forgetting who God said she was. But while she was losing, Ruth was gleaning in the fields. What Naomi discarded became someone else's survival. And God restored her joy through something she didn't see coming. We can't change what God already said about us. Even when you lose, look at what you have left. There's so much more in store. Message: “Even When I Lose, I Will Win Again” Scripture: Ruth 1:19-21, 4:15-17; Hebrews 10:35 (NKJV) Speaker: Mrs. Serita Jakes Date: May 10, 2026 Welcome to Your Moment of Transformation You don't have to walk this journey alone. Let Jesus guide your steps and fill your life with purpose and peace.

Welcome to Immanuel Baptist Church in Richmond, Virginia!This Sunday: The Righteous Judgement of God (2 Thessalonians 1) with Pastor Jordan Fanara.If you're new to Immanuel, please take a moment to tell us about yourself through our online connect card.We would love to connect with you this week!» https://immanuelbaptist.org/connect-cardYou can also download our Free app — which makes learning more or watching services even easier.» https://subsplash.com/immanuelbaptist/appIf you would like to join a Community Group, meeting twice a month in homes throughout metro Richmond, visit:» https://immanuelbaptist.org/community-groupsYou can learn more about us anytime at: http://immanuelbaptist.org/Giving remains available online. Thank you for your faithfulness, church family!» https://immanuelbaptist.org/give

What do you do when God gave you a word but your life still doesn't look like it? This Walk It Out Wednesday conversation centers around doubt, disappointment, and the tension between what God said and what we currently see. From Thomas wrestling with the resurrection to the disciples hiding in fear after Jesus' death, the panel unpacks what it means to keep believing in seasons where clarity feels distant. Discover how God meets us in uncertainty, strips away what's weighing us down, and prepares us for what's ahead. If you've been wrestling with disappointment, delay, or feeling spiritually exhausted, this conversation will help you stay anchored. Message: “Walk It Out Wednesday: Stripped Down to Everything” Scripture: John 15:3 (NKJV) Speakers: Pastor Venshard Dobbins, Pastor Cora Jakes, Pastor Don Johnson, and Dr. Oscar Williams Date: May 6, 2026 ✨ Welcome to Your Moment of Transformation You don't have to walk this journey alone. Let Jesus guide your steps and fill your life with purpose and peace.

George Barna of the Cultural Research Center starts to open this year's American Worldview Inventory with the startling reality that only 4% of Americans have an integrated Christian worldview.  How do you know if you're worldview does intergrate the Bible into every area of your life?  Social media expert Chris Martin, author of "The Wolf In Their Pockets," responds to a recent article from Jonathan Haidt's After Babel blog talking about how just taking cellphones away from kids is not enough.  There needs to be ways for children to connect with each other for activities. He also reflects on David's trust in God to handle his persecuter Saul.  The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here  

How do you respond when God starts removing what used to comfort you? In this message, Touré Roberts walks through John 15 and reframes what it really means to be pruned. Because what looks like loss is actually development. God isn't removing things to harm you. He's cutting away what you don't need so you can become who you're called to be. If this season feels like pressure, reduction, or even silence, this message will help you see it differently. You're not being reduced. You're being refined. Message: “Stripped Down to Everything” Scripture: John 15:1-3 (ESV) Speaker: Touré Roberts Date: May 3, 2026 ✨ Welcome to Your Moment of Transformation You don't have to walk this journey alone. Let Jesus guide your steps and fill your life with purpose and peace.

In this dynamic panel discussion, Dr. Val, Pastor Venshard Dobbins, and Pastor Don Johnson uncover the women hidden throughout scripture who were leaders, disciples, and ministers, yet often overlooked.Diving into Mark 16 and Luke 8, the panel explores how women showed up not just at the end of Jesus' ministry, but from the very beginning. Financially, they supported His mission out of their own funds. Despite cultural systems that dismissed their witness, they were the first to the tomb and the first to go get others.This conversation tackles timely questions such as: What is a women's assignment in these times? How do you help without the need to fix everything? And what wisdom do we offer the next generation?Key truth from today: There's enough God for all of us to have equal power and be submitted to His will.Message: “Walk It Out Wednesday: Women in Ministry”Speakers: Dr. Val, Pastor Venshard Dobbins, and Pastor Don JohnsonScriptures: Mark 16:1-14 and Luke 8:1-3Date: April 29, 2026✨ Welcome to Your Moment of TransformationYou don't have to walk this journey alone. Let Jesus guide your steps and fill your life with purpose and peace.

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When I first connected with today's guest, Aliza, I felt such a spark of resonance. She has created exactly what she wished had existed on her own fertility journey. It's an international, holistic, community-based egg freezing retreat designed to transform what can be an isolating, clinical, and overwhelming experience into something deeply supportive, connected, and even joyful.In this episode, Aliza shares her powerful story of navigating egg freezing in Vancouver, feeling the weight of soaring costs and emotional isolation, and realizing there had to be a better way. We dive into how her own medical and fertility path led to the founding of Fertility Co-Living. This is where women come together in Mexico City for a holistic egg freezing journey: acupuncture, red light therapy, nutrition guidance, nurse support, yoga, city excursions, and true companionship.We also open up about reclaiming the magic and meaning of becoming a mother on your own terms, and how stepping off the beaten path can create a life richer than you imagined. If you've thought about freezing eggs, are considering solo motherhood, or simply want to hear how one woman took her pain and turned it into collective healing, you'll feel seen and supported in this conversation.In this episode, we talk about:Aliza's journey through egg freezing, disappointment, and the high financial and emotional costs in CanadaWhy fertility options abroad can offer both lower costs and richer supportHow Fertility Co-Living turns egg freezing into a restorative, communal, and even beautiful experienceThe importance of addressing mind, body, and spirit throughout the fertility journeyNavigating timelines, urgency, regret, and learning to trust your own intuition, not just the numbers or the pressureWho joins these retreats, and why the community you build is as transformative as the medical process itselfConnect with Aliza:The Fertility Co-Living websiteInstagram: @thefertilitycoliving

Touré Roberts was on book tour for “Knowing” when the unexpected struck his personal life, and what happened next became the message. In this powerful conversation with Bishop T.D. Jakes, Touré unpacks what it truly means to know God in the middle of the unknown. From the “Be Still and Know” principle to how God strips and reveals Himself slowly — through fire, through trial, through crawling — this dialogue cuts deep. They explore how trauma can counterfeit knowledge, why misknowing is more dangerous than not knowing, and how true knowing is never a destination, but it's an ongoing process of reframing. You won't have all the answers, but the God you know must be the rock you stand on.

We talk about the cross, the resurrection, and the blood of Jesus … But how does it actually apply to your life? Can it help overcome fear when fear's holding you back? And what does it really mean to live covered by the blood — every day? In this Walk It Out Wednesday conversation, we continue our journey on the road to Pentecost — breaking down how what happened after the resurrection impacts your faith, your perspective, and your everyday life. In this message, you'll discover how to: • Trust God even when you don't understand what He's doing. • Apply the covering of Jesus to real-life situations. • Recognize God's presence, even in grief, fear, and uncertainty. • Choose faith daily — although fear might try to hold you back. If you've been trying to connect what you believe to how you actually live, this conversation brings clarity, perspective, and a renewed confidence in what Jesus has already done. Message: “Walk It Out Wednesday: Something Good Is About to Happen” Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV) Speakers: Dr. Oscar Williams, Pastor Venshard Dobbins, Dr. Val, Pastor Don Johnson Date: April 22, 2026 ✨ Welcome to Your Moment of Transformation You don't have to walk this journey alone. Let Jesus guide your steps and fill your life with purpose and peace.

What do you do when everything around you seems to tell you nothing good is coming? News cycles filled with uncertainty. Personal setbacks. Moments that don't make sense. And yet God's word still stands, telling us: Something good is about to happen. Touré Roberts unpacks the deeper truth behind Jeremiah 29:11 — one of scripture's most well-known promises. It wasn't spoken in comfort — it was spoken in crisis. If you're holding on to hope in unpredictable times, discover how: • God is already ahead of your situation. • You can win the battle in your thoughts. • You were created for clarity, not confusion. This is the moment God restores your clarity. Get ready to step out of confusion and back into flow. Something good is about to happen. Message: “Something Good Is About to Happen” Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV) Speaker: Touré Roberts Date: April 19, 2026 ✨ Welcome to Your Moment of Transformation You don't have to walk this journey alone. Let Jesus guide your steps and fill your life with purpose and peace.

Welcome to Immanuel Baptist Church in Richmond, Virginia!This Sunday: Life Together in Christ: Ministering One To Another ( I Thessalonians 5:14-15) with Pastor Jordan Fanara.If you're new to Immanuel, please take a moment to tell us about yourself through our online connect card.We would love to connect with you this week!» https://immanuelbaptist.org/connect-cardYou can also download our Free app — which makes learning more or watching services even easier.» https://subsplash.com/immanuelbaptist/appIf you would like to join a Community Group, meeting twice a month in homes throughout metro Richmond, visit:» https://immanuelbaptist.org/community-groupsYou can learn more about us anytime at: http://immanuelbaptist.org/Giving remains available online. Thank you for your faithfulness, church family!» https://immanuelbaptist.org/give

Are you holding on to a recent failure? Peter was too. He went back to fishing — back to what was familiar — because he thought his time with Jesus was over. But here's what he didn't know: God operates in seasons. In this Walk It Out Wednesday message from John 21:1-14, Pastor Don Johnson unpacks something you need to hear: Sometimes God orchestrates empty nets in one season so you can't go back when He's calling you forward. The disciples' failure was actually the best thing that happened to them. It severed their relationship with who they used to be. When Jesus showed up on that shore, everything changed. That's what happens when God meets you after failure. You get a personal restoration plan. God will make sure you catch nothing in one season so He can position you for something greater in the next. Stop focusing on the blessing. Focus on the Blesser. Message: “Walk It Out Wednesday: He Always Provides” Scripture: John 21:1-14 (NIV) Speaker: Pastor Don Johnson Date: April 15, 2026 ✨ Welcome to Your Moment of Transformation You don't have to walk this journey alone. Let Jesus guide your steps and fill your life with purpose and peace.

Becoming a single mother by choice is complicated enough, but when you add layers of cultural expectations, family pressure, and the uncertainty of fertility, it can feel like there's just no roadmap and no one who gets it. In today's episode, I'm joined by Reema Kiran, executive coach, founder of Choice Mom Coach, and now published author of the book, Choice Mom. We go deep into her process of navigating unexplained infertility, cultural traditions, and making the call to prioritize motherhood on her own terms.Together, we share the real, lived experience of choosing this path despite fears and grief over what “should have been". Reema opens up about childhood dreams clashing with grown-up realities, the importance of mindset, and what it meant to face questions from family and her Indian community. We talk about what's helped us both, and what it has looked like for our families (and ourselves) to come around to single motherhood by choice. Whether you're in the thinking stage, facing fertility challenges, or wrestling with letting go of the life you imagined, this is a truly supportive, honest conversation.In this episode, we talk about:Navigating cultural expectations and family reactions as a single mother by choiceThe emotional side of infertility, failed fertility treatments, and shifting your mindsetReema's experience with egg freezing and entering the world of IVF on her ownGrieving the loss of the partner and child vision, and finding your own way forwardDay-to-day realities and surprises of solo motherhood (from mental load to mom guilt)How to speak with confidence to loved ones who might not understand your choicesThe power of self-compassion, community, and taking just one next stepConnect with Reema:WebsiteInstagram: @choicemomcoachChoice Mom: An Empowering Guide to Becoming a Single Mother by Choice

Today on Lake Effect, we'll look at the housing landscape in Milwaukee and learn why the city's rental market is such a large barrier to city residents becoming homeowners.

Are you exhausted from doing the right things but seeing no results? In this message, Sarah Jakes Roberts unpacks 2 Corinthians 10:1-6 to reveal why weariness may be our greatest spiritual enemy, and how to defeat it. Drawing from the lives of Paul, Moses, and David, she challenges us to stop seeking yesterday's solutions for today's battles. God doesn't need to repeat the same strategy twice, and neither should we. The key is learning to sow in the Spirit. Not for an immediate harvest, but in obedience to the process. When we guard our hearts and stay sensitive to what God is doing in this specific moment, we position ourselves to recognize the harvest we've already been standing in. If you've been fighting the wrong battle with the wrong weapon, this message is for you. Message: “This Time Is Different” Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:1-6 (NKJV) Speaker: Sarah Jakes Roberts Date: April 12, 2026 ✨ Welcome to Your Moment of Transformation You don't have to walk this journey alone. Let Jesus guide your steps and fill your life with purpose and peace.

In this Walk It Out Wednesday panel discussion, we unpack “After the Resurrection — The Road to Pentecost” and explore real questions about discernment, healing, and experiencing Christ's resurrection power in our lives. You'll discover how to: • Recognize God's voice and filter out confusion • Grow through changing seasons without losing your footing • Experience healing from past wounds — right here, not just someday • Build connection without losing yourself in loneliness If you've been searching for clarity, healing, or direction, this conversation meets you right where you are — and points you forward. Message: “Walk It Out Wednesday: After the Resurrection — The Road to Pentecost” Scripture: Exodus 17:1-6 (KJV) Speakers: Pastor Venshard Dobbins, Dr. Cynthia James, Pastor Don Johnson, Dr. Oscar Williams Date: April 8, 2026 ✨ Welcome to Your Moment of Transformation You don't have to walk this journey alone. Let Jesus guide your steps and fill your life with purpose and peace.

What do you do when you're free but still struggling? In this powerful Resurrection Sunday message, Bishop T.D. Jakes connects the challenges Israel faced in the wilderness in Exodus 17 to our present-day hope in Christ's death, burial, and resurrection. When pressure rises and resources run dry, frustration can take over. But even in your wilderness, God is already pointing to something greater — revealing how He brings life through Jesus, even in hard places. No matter what feels hard, stuck, or immovable in your life, God is still able to bring breakthrough, roll the stone away, and call you into new life. Message: “Sticks and Stones” Scripture: Exodus 17:1-6 (KJV) Speaker: Bishop T.D. Jakes Date: April 5, 2026 ✨ Welcome to Your Moment of Transformation You don't have to walk this journey alone. Let Jesus guide your steps and fill your life with purpose and peace.

For this Walk It Out Wednesday service, Pastor Venshard Dobbins, Dr. Val, and Pastor Don Johnson gather the family of The House for a much-needed conversation on something we often overlook — the health of our souls. Our soul is our mind, will, and emotions. It's the very essence of who we are. Like a sycamore tree, which the Bible shows us, can grow in any condition, puts its roots deep in water, and regenerates itself, our souls are built to thrive when rooted in God's Word. But for us, growth requires willingness to be cut, to kill the flesh, and to trust God's process, even in dark seasons. Whether you're 15 or 50, tending your soul is a lifelong journey and you don't have to walk it alone. Your TPH family is here. Questions Discussed Include: • How do you break soul ties? • If someone has been baptized and strayed from their faith, do they have to be baptized again or just ask forgiveness? • How does a younger generation work on their soul with everything going on around us? Message: “Walk It Out Wednesday: How to Take Care of Your Soul” Speakers: Pastor Venshard Dobbins, Dr. Val, and Pastor Don Johnson Date: April 1, 2026 ✨ Welcome to Your Moment of Transformation You don't have to walk this journey alone. Let Jesus guide your steps and fill your life with purpose and peace.

There is so much noise out there about fertility, timelines, and the “right” way and time to become a mother. I know firsthand how overwhelming it can feel to navigate these decisions, especially as a single woman wondering what's possible, what's realistic, and what you really want. That's why I was so excited to welcome back Dr. Natalie Crawford for this episode. Not only is she a leader in the fertility space and the co-founder of Fora Fertility here in Austin, but she's also my own fertility doctor.In this conversation, Dr. Crawford shares about her new book, The Fertility Formula. She dives into what to know about the fertility process, what questions to ask, and how to make empowered decisions at every stage. Whether you're just starting to think about your options, actively trying to conceive, or navigating the early years of solo motherhood, you'll find so much useful information here. We touch on the emotional layers of solo motherhood by choice, challenge the “rush” narrative, and unpack how knowledge (not urgency!) creates real freedom and confidence.I left this conversation feeling more grounded and reminded that there is no “right” path - only the choice that's right for you. I hope you walk away with a stronger sense of what's within your control, how to advocate for your own well-being, and ways to gently hold space for the dreams you're building, even if they look different than you once imagined.In this episode, we talk about:Why foundational fertility knowledge matters, and what Dr. Crawford wishes every woman knew soonerThe importance of advocating for yourself and naming your real goals in the fertility journeyHow inflammation, lifestyle choices, and environment actually impact your fertility and hormone healthThe pressures single women face around making the right choiceHow to navigate uncertainty, conflicting emotions, and evolving dreams, whether or not motherhood is your current goalWhat to do if you feel unsupported or uncertain in your clinic/doctor relationshipThe value of taking the next informed step, not letting anxiety or urgency take the leadConnect with Dr. Natalie Crawford:WebsiteInstagram: @nataliecrawfordmdTikTok: @nataliecrawfordmdLinkedIn: Natalie Crawford, MDYouTube: Natalie Crawford, MDPodcast: As a Woman

Episode Summary: In this heartfelt episode, we explore the power of community among moms navigating the challenges of raising children with special needs. Through stories of resilience, faith, and shared support, we highlight how meaningful connections can transform life's difficulties into opportunities for growth and encouragement. The moms featured in this episode are all part of a Rising Above group made up of women who are newer on the special needs journey, with children who have recently received a diagnosis. Rising Above community groups meet throughout the week for both moms and dads of kids with disabilities and special needs, offering a place to find support, understanding, and connection with others on a similar journey. To learn more and find a group near you, visit our website.   Moment of Reflection:  Who are the people in your life you can actually be real with right now? And if you're coming up short… what's one small step you could take to find that kind of connection? Maybe it's inviting someone to meet for coffee or striking up a conversation with another parent  in the waiting room at your child's therapy office to see if they may be a potential friend.  Because the truth is, trying to navigate things on our own just makes everything heavier. If you don't currently have a group of moms you can meet with—whether that's in person or online—I'd really encourage you to look into joining one of Rising Above's online community groups. It's a simple way to get connected with women who understand what you're walking through, without having to explain every detail. You can find all of our groups on our website or our app.  

Life is complex, and only God has all the answers. But Touré Roberts reveals something we often neglect: The health of our soul determines the shape of our entire life. Drawing from 3 John 1:2 and Mark 3:7-9, this message confronts the critical truth that our souls are impressionable, delicate, and deeply affected by the chaos we've normalized. As your soul prospers, so does everything else in your life. It's time to get intentional about what our soul receives. The intake we're consuming is shaping us in ways we don't realize. Only God can restore the soul. Our job? Abide. Stay rooted like a tree by the river and the fruit comes automatically. Practically, the soul needs agape love, intentional devotion, and worship that opens us to receive from God. When you are loved, you lack nothing because God's love makes you perfect. Declare: I am rich in love. Message: “How To Take Care of Your Soul” Scripture: 3 John 1:2, Mark 3:7-9 (NKJV) Speaker: Touré Roberts Date: March 29, 2026 ✨ Welcome to Your Moment of Transformation You don't have to walk this journey alone. Let Jesus guide your steps and fill your life with purpose and peace.

Life is complex, and only God has all the answers. But Touré Roberts reveals something we often neglect: The health of our soul determines the shape of our entire life. Drawing from 3 John 1:2 and Mark 3:7-9, this message confronts the critical truth that our souls are impressionable, delicate, and deeply affected by the chaos we've normalized. As your soul prospers, so does everything else in your life. It's time to get intentional about what our soul receives. The intake we're consuming is shaping us in ways we don't realize. Only God can restore the soul. Our job? Abide. Stay rooted like a tree by the river and the fruit comes automatically. Practically, the soul needs agape love, intentional devotion, and worship that opens us to receive from God. When you are loved, you lack nothing because God's love makes you perfect. Declare: I am rich in love. Message: “How To Take Care of Your Soul” Scripture: 3 John 1:2, Mark 3:7-9 (NKJV) Speaker: Touré Roberts Date: March 29, 2026 ✨ Welcome to Your Moment of Transformation You don't have to walk this journey alone. Let Jesus guide your steps and fill your life with purpose and peace.

Some of the deepest questions about faith are common to us all. How do you make room for God to heal your soul? Why do I feel strong in church but dry at home? What do you do when you can't feel God at all? In this Walk It Out Wednesday conversation, our pastoral panel unpacks “As Your Soul Prospers,” diving into real questions from the community about healing, hearing God, and staying spiritually strong in challenging environments. In this message, you'll discover how to: • Make space for God to restore the hidden places in your soul. • Hear God's voice — even when life gets loud. • Stay filled when your environment feels draining. If you've been feeling stretched, dry, or in need of deeper healing, this conversation closes with a powerful moment of prayer and restoration. Message: “Walk It Out Wednesday: As Your Soul Prospers” Scripture: Matthew 16:26, 3 John 1:2 (NKJV) Speakers: Pastor Venshard Dobbins, Pastor Cora Jakes, Pastor Don Johnson, Dr. Val, and Dr. Oscar Williams Date: March 25, 2026 ✨ Welcome to Your Moment of Transformation You don't have to walk this journey alone. Let Jesus guide your steps and fill your life with purpose and peace.

Some of the deepest questions about faith are common to us all. How do you make room for God to heal your soul? Why do I feel strong in church but dry at home? What do you do when you can't feel God at all? In this Walk It Out Wednesday conversation, our pastoral panel unpacks “As Your Soul Prospers,” diving into real questions from the community about healing, hearing God, and staying spiritually strong in challenging environments. In this message, you'll discover how to: • Make space for God to restore the hidden places in your soul. • Hear God's voice — even when life gets loud. • Stay filled when your environment feels draining. If you've been feeling stretched, dry, or in need of deeper healing, this conversation closes with a powerful moment of prayer and restoration. Message: “Walk It Out Wednesday: As Your Soul Prospers” Scripture: Matthew 16:26, 3 John 1:2 (NKJV) Speakers: Pastor Venshard Dobbins, Pastor Cora Jakes, Pastor Don Johnson, Dr. Val, and Dr. Oscar Williams Date: March 25, 2026 ✨ Welcome to Your Moment of Transformation You don't have to walk this journey alone. Let Jesus guide your steps and fill your life with purpose and peace.

What do you do when you're doing everything right but something still feels off? You're praying. You're showing up. You're staying consistent. But deep down, something feels empty. In this message, Touré Roberts uncovers a truth many overlook: You can be spiritually active and still have a neglected soul. Unseen damage, past experiences, and unaddressed wounds can shape how you live, love, and show up in the world. But this message will help you: • Recognize when your soul — not your circumstances — is the real issue. • Understand the difference between spiritual activity and true soul health. • Break free from patterns caused by unhealed internal wounds. • Experience restoration that starts from the inside out. Your life will only prosper to the level your soul is whole. And when your soul is restored, everything connected to you begins to change. Message: “As Your Soul Prospers” Scripture: Matthew 16:26; 3 John 1:2 (NKJV) Speaker: Touré Roberts Date: March 22, 2026 ✨ Welcome to Your Moment of Transformation You don't have to walk this journey alone. Let Jesus guide your steps and fill your life with purpose and peace.

What do you do when you're doing everything right but something still feels off? You're praying. You're showing up. You're staying consistent. But deep down, something feels empty. In this message, Touré Roberts uncovers a truth many overlook: You can be spiritually active and still have a neglected soul. Unseen damage, past experiences, and unaddressed wounds can shape how you live, love, and show up in the world. But this message will help you: • Recognize when your soul — not your circumstances — is the real issue. • Understand the difference between spiritual activity and true soul health. • Break free from patterns caused by unhealed internal wounds. • Experience restoration that starts from the inside out. Your life will only prosper to the level your soul is whole. And when your soul is restored, everything connected to you begins to change. Message: “As Your Soul Prospers” Scripture: Matthew 16:26; 3 John 1:2 (NKJV) Speaker: Touré Roberts Date: March 22, 2026 ✨ Welcome to Your Moment of Transformation You don't have to walk this journey alone. Let Jesus guide your steps and fill your life with purpose and peace.

The weight you're carrying was never meant to subtract from your life. It's time to understand the difference between caring and carrying. Following Sunday's powerful message “God Still Cares,” House leaders Dr. Sabrina Ellis, Pastor Don Johnson, Elder Anthony Olds, and Dr. Oscar Williams unpack what it truly means to trust God's care in the middle of chaos. This panel tackles the hard questions about finding balance between compassion and overcompensation, understanding God's strategic alignment even when life feels chaotic, and recognizing when the weight of caring has turned into carrying burdens that pull you away from your purpose. You'll discover that God's care isn't conditional on your circumstances — His plans to care for you have always been established. Questions Discussed: • How does “God Still Cares” help us in the middle of chaos? • How do I know when I'm caring versus carrying too much? • How do I stop being over-compassionate? Message: “Walk It Out Wednesday: God Still Cares” Speakers: Dr. Sabrina Ellis, Pastor Don Johnson, Elder Anthony Olds, and Dr. Oscar Williams Date: March 18, 2026 ✨ Welcome to Your Moment of Transformation You don't have to walk this journey alone. Let Jesus guide your steps and fill your life with purpose and peace.

The weight you're carrying was never meant to subtract from your life. It's time to understand the difference between caring and carrying. Following Sunday's powerful message “God Still Cares,” House leaders Dr. Sabrina Ellis, Pastor Don Johnson, Elder Anthony Olds, and Dr. Oscar Williams unpack what it truly means to trust God's care in the middle of chaos. This panel tackles the hard questions about finding balance between compassion and overcompensation, understanding God's strategic alignment even when life feels chaotic, and recognizing when the weight of caring has turned into carrying burdens that pull you away from your purpose. You'll discover that God's care isn't conditional on your circumstances — His plans to care for you have always been established. Questions Discussed: • How does “God Still Cares” help us in the middle of chaos? • How do I know when I'm caring versus carrying too much? • How do I stop being over-compassionate? Message: “Walk It Out Wednesday: God Still Cares” Speakers: Dr. Sabrina Ellis, Pastor Don Johnson, Elder Anthony Olds, and Dr. Oscar Williams Date: March 18, 2026 ✨ Welcome to Your Moment of Transformation You don't have to walk this journey alone. Let Jesus guide your steps and fill your life with purpose and peace.

Sometimes the path to motherhood asks us to step into the unknown with courage, intention, and trust, especially when the journey doesn't look anything like we first imagined. In this episode, I'm joined by Regine Smith, solo mom by adoption, and founder of SMBC Resources. Regine shares her powerful story of building her family through adoption as a single woman, navigating years of research and uncertainty, and ultimately embracing a version of motherhood that feels deeply right for her.We talk honestly about fear, doubt, and the pressure to “get it right” when becoming a solo parent, and how those feelings can nearly eclipse the beauty and healing that motherhood brings. Regine opens up about the realities of the adoption process, the challenges and joys of parenting a young child, and her commitment to making it easier for other women to find trustworthy support on their own journeys. Whether you're considering adoption, donor conception, or simply exploring your options, I hope this conversation leaves you feeling seen, informed, and a little more at ease about what's possible.In this episode, we talk about:Regine's journey to solo motherhood and building her family through toddler adoptionWhat it's really like to navigate years of decisions, research, and uncertainty before becoming a momThe emotional impact of fear and doubt, and why holding space for your child's feelings is so essentialHow adoption actually works for single women (versus the stories we tell ourselves about what's impossible)Finding community and autonomy as a solo mom, plus the realities of parenting through anxiety, growth, and changeThe story behind SMBC Resources, and how Regine is helping other single moms access vetted, supportive professionalsWhy the privilege of creating a safe, loving home can sometimes matter more than any plan we once hadConnect with Regine:SMBC Resources website: smbcresources.comEmail: ray@smbcresources.comInstagram: @smbcresources

(2:40) Biblical Foundations for Discipleship(5:15) How Discipleship Actually Happens in the Local Church(9:00) “Caught, Not Taught” – Organic, Life-on-Life Discipleship(12:00) The Rise of Small Groups / Community Groups(16:00) Balancing Capacity, Culture, and Methods(20:00) The Case for a Midweek Prayer Meeting(24:55) Comparing Prayer Meetings and Community Groups(29:00) Hospitality as a Discipleship Engine(33:10) Final Word and Prayer

Have you ever been so deep in the middle of something that you stopped caring about everything else? In this powerful message, Sarah Jakes Roberts unpacks Mark 8:1-6 to remind us that God still cares — even when we no longer have the capacity to care ourselves. This word encourages us to find a way to care without carrying, by bringing our burdens to the One who never grows weary, never runs out of compassion, and never stops making a way. Whether you're facing correction you mistook for rejection, carrying assignments that were never yours, or waiting for Jesus to pass by instead of pursuing Him, this message is for the moments in life that put a demand on everything you have. Thankfully, God has capacity for everything you're holding. And what He provides? It has distance built into it. Message: “God Still Cares” Scripture: Mark 8:1-6 (NKJV) Speaker: Sarah Jakes Roberts Date: March 15, 2026 ✨ Welcome to Your Moment of Transformation You don't have to walk this journey alone. Let Jesus guide your steps and fill your life with purpose and peace.

Have you ever been so deep in the middle of something that you stopped caring about everything else? In this powerful message, Sarah Jakes Roberts unpacks Mark 8:1-6 to remind us that God still cares — even when we no longer have the capacity to care ourselves. This word encourages us to find a way to care without carrying, by bringing our burdens to the One who never grows weary, never runs out of compassion, and never stops making a way. Whether you're facing correction you mistook for rejection, carrying assignments that were never yours, or waiting for Jesus to pass by instead of pursuing Him, this message is for the moments in life that put a demand on everything you have. Thankfully, God has capacity for everything you're holding. And what He provides? It has distance built into it. Message: “God Still Cares” Scripture: Mark 8:1-6 (NKJV) Speaker: Sarah Jakes Roberts Date: March 15, 2026 ✨ Welcome to Your Moment of Transformation You don't have to walk this journey alone. Let Jesus guide your steps and fill your life with purpose and peace.

Sometimes our biggest spiritual questions are the most personal ones. How do you know when God is calling you into isolation — or when you actually need community? What's the difference between the Holy Spirit and the glory of God? How do you stay in peace in God when pressure comes from people close to you? Our Walk It Out Wednesday pastoral panel dives deeper into Pastor John F. Hannah's Sunday message “Focused on Glory” and answers real questions from the congregation and online community about living with God's presence in everyday life. In this message, you'll discover how to: • Understand the difference between God's anointing, His presence, and His glory. • Remain spiritually strong when life applies pressure. • Stay focused on God's promise instead of people's opinions. • Break cycles that keep you spiritually stuck. If you've been battling cycles you can't seem to break, this message closes with a powerful prayer moment inviting you to move forward in God's freedom. Message: “Walk It Out Wednesday: Focused on Glory” Scripture: Joshua 3:1-4 (NIV) Speakers: Pastor Venshard Dobbins, Pastor Cora Jakes, Pastor Don Johnson, and Dr. Oscar Williams Date: March11, 2026 ✨ Welcome to Your Moment of Transformation You don't have to walk this journey alone. Let Jesus guide your steps and fill your life with purpose and peace.

Sometimes our biggest spiritual questions are the most personal ones. How do you know when God is calling you into isolation — or when you actually need community? What's the difference between the Holy Spirit and the glory of God? How do you stay in peace in God when pressure comes from people close to you? Our Walk It Out Wednesday pastoral panel dives deeper into Pastor John F. Hannah's Sunday message “Focused on Glory” and answers real questions from the congregation and online community about living with God's presence in everyday life. In this message, you'll discover how to: • Understand the difference between God's anointing, His presence, and His glory. • Remain spiritually strong when life applies pressure. • Stay focused on God's promise instead of people's opinions. • Break cycles that keep you spiritually stuck. If you've been battling cycles you can't seem to break, this message closes with a powerful prayer moment inviting you to move forward in God's freedom. Message: “Walk It Out Wednesday: Focused on Glory” Scripture: Joshua 3:1-4 (NIV) Speakers: Pastor Venshard Dobbins, Pastor Cora Jakes, Pastor Don Johnson, and Dr. Oscar Williams Date: March11, 2026 ✨ Welcome to Your Moment of Transformation You don't have to walk this journey alone. Let Jesus guide your steps and fill your life with purpose and peace.

What do you do when God starts leading you somewhere you've never been before? Pastor John F. Hannah challenges us to shift our focus and follow the glory of God. Because when God's glory shows up, everything changes. Provision appears. Promises are fulfilled. Power is revealed. But carrying God's glory requires you to stay fortified, focused, faith-filled, and firm. If you're believing for breakthrough, you don't need every detail. You just need the courage to step forward in faith. So, when God calls you into something new, don't shrink back. Focus on His glory and experience what only He can provide. Message: “Focused on Glory” Scripture: Joshua 3:1-4 (NIV) Speaker: Pastor John F. Hannah Date: March 8, 2026 ✨ Welcome to Your Moment of Transformation You don't have to walk this journey alone. Let Jesus guide your steps and fill your life with purpose and peace.

Everything feels unstable. What are believers called to do? Touré Roberts reveals a powerful truth from Haggai 2:6-9: the shaking isn't your enemy — it's the administrator of glory. God has an appointed moment, and what shocks us doesn't surprise Him. The latter will be greater than the former, but glory requires alignment. God is shaking everything misaligned in your life to position you for His glory. When Adam hid, God asked "Where are you?" — not physically, but positionally. The shaking moves us from self-covering to God-covering, from toil to oil. Touré tells us that creation itself is waiting for aligned sons of God to be revealed. The Holy Spirit leads us to truth and alignment, but we must yield. There's an assignment only the aligned version of you can accomplish. The question isn't if God is shaking. He is, right before our eyes. The question is: Will you get in position? Message: Get In Position Scripture: Haggai 2:6-9 (NKJV) Speaker: Touré Roberts Date: March 1, 2026 ✨ Welcome to Your Moment of Transformation You don't have to walk this journey alone. Let Jesus guide your steps and fill your life with purpose and peace.

What do a shepherd-king writing poetry and a blind beggar on the roadside have in common? More than you think. In this Wednesday Night Bible Study, Dr. Val draws a stunning parallel between David's declaration in Psalm 23 and Bartimaeus' desperate cry in Mark 10. The two men standing between darkness and light, between who they were and who God called them to be. One had everything and still needed the Shepherd. The other had nothing and still recognized the King. So, when life puts you between two images of yourself, the question becomes: Do you know who you belong to? Through deep scriptural analysis, Dr. Val explores day blindness and night vision — why some can't see in the light, and how shepherds navigate the darkest valleys. Message: “Day Blindness or Night Vision” Speaker: Dr. Val Scripture: Psalm 23:1-4 (KJV); Mark 10:46-52 (ESV) Date: Feb. 25, 2026 ✨ Welcome to Your Moment of Transformation You don't have to walk this journey alone. Let Jesus guide your steps and fill your life with purpose and peace.

In a time where man-made systems control nations, Bishop T.D. Jakes reminds us of how power can be dangerous and disruptive to a believer. In John 20:25-28, we see what some call “Doubting Thomas” interact with the resurrected Jesus. But was he doubting or was he disappointed? Thomas was known as a courageous follower who witnessed the death of Jesus, but rumors of His missing body shook Thomas' faith. Grief. Misunderstandings. Loss of trust. These were all his pains of believing. In eight days, Thomas went from “I will not believe” to “My Lord and my God.” Like Thomas, Jesus can use your pains to resurrect your faith and renew your mind by simply taking away what's not needed. God has not forgotten you. He knows exactly where you are and what condition you are in. So, whether you're doubting or courageous, don't let your faith die in oppression. Your belief in Christ will pay off. Message: “The Pain of Believing” Scripture: John 20:25-28 (KJV) Speaker: Bishop T.D. Jakes Date: Feb. 22, 2026 ✨ Welcome to Your Moment of Transformation You don't have to walk this journey alone. Let Jesus guide your steps and fill your life with purpose and peace.

What do you do when you've been praying and nothing seems to change? When breakthrough feels delayed, healing hasn't come, and you're tempted to give up ... This message is an uplifting reminder: God always hears us. Yet, scripture reveals that prayer isn't passive. It's partnership with God that releases power. If you stop praying, faith weakens, purpose gets clouded, and frustration grows. But when we keep praying, God strengthens our faith, guides our steps, and turns our pain into power. Your prayers are not powerless or unheard. Your destiny is still alive. Go forward in prayer. God promised: “I'll meet you there.” Message: “Keep Praying …” Scriptures: Exodus 30:1-6, Luke 18:1-8, 2 Chronicles 7:14 (NLT) Speaker: Pastor Venshard Dobbins Date: Feb. 18, 2026 ✨ Welcome to Your Moment of Transformation You don't have to walk this journey alone. Let Jesus guide your steps and fill your life with purpose and peace.