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My guest, Thea D. Parker, discusses self-love, minimalism, and the journey to getting unstuck. Thea shares her personal story of growing up with a hoarder mother, which led her to develop a habit of throwing things away and finding joy in minimalism. Through online groups and blogs, Thea discovered that minimalism was more than just organizing - it was a lifestyle choice. She discusses her method of determining if items spark joy to the connection between mental and physical well-being and minimalism. Thea's determination to break the cycle of hoarding and create a different life for her family led them to move six times in seven years. She also emphasizes the importance of delegation, acknowledging that trying to do all tasks yourself leads to stress and anguish. As a coach, Thea focuses on helping women discover and pursue their passions and dreams. She stresses the importance of saying yes to new experiences, practicing self-care, and supporting other black women in their journey. Meet Thea: Coach Thea D. is a fun southern girl who enjoys a strong mimosa, cursing to add color and hella fun mom nights out, cause we deserve them! A life coach for black women, practicing minimalism helping women to stop accumulating more shit and get more time designing a life they have always dreamed of. In this episode we discuss: Thea's personal journey of overcoming a hoarding upbringing and embracing minimalism as a lifestyle choice The importance of delegation and prioritizing self-care in order to avoid being stuck and overwhelmed The impact of societal expectations and conditioning on our consumption habits and overall well-being Thea's belief in the power of self-discovery, pursuing passions, and supporting each other as black women in creating fulfilling lives Visit the Show Notes: https://drsabrinanichole.com/episode25 Resources: Brain Tap Free Webinar: 5 Steps to Mastering Chronic Pain Peace from Broken Pieces: How to Get Through What You're Going Through by Iyanla Vanzant Connect with Thea: Instagram @SelfLoveforBlackGirlMagic Website - SelfLoveForBlackGirlMagic.com Connect with Dr. Sabrina Nichole: Follow on Instagram @drsabrinanichole Website - drsabrinanichole.com Follow on Facebook - Sabrina Crouch Learn more about the F**k Being Stuck Masterclass Free Webinar: 5 Steps to Mastering Chronic Pain Custom Music by Takenya Battle Follow on Instagram @kenyakeys...
In part 6 of our How to Get Through What You're Going Through series, Mike shares three lessons for thriving after the storm has passed.
In part 6 of our How to Get Through What You're Going Through series, Mike shares three lessons for thriving after the storm has passed.
In part 4 of our series “How to Get Through What You're Going Through,” Mike shares some valuable tips for surviving and thriving in the storms of life.
In part 4 of our series “How to Get Through What You're Going Through,” Mike shares some valuable tips for surviving and thriving in the storms of life.
In part 3 of our How to Get Through What You're Going Through series, Mike gives us three keys to help us keep hope afloat in the storms of life.
In part 3 of our How to Get Through What You're Going Through series, Mike gives us three keys to help us keep hope afloat in the storms of life.
In part 2 of our How to Get Through What You are Going Through series, Mike gives us some principles from Paul's voyage to Rome for how to navigate the storms of life.
In part 2 of our How to Get Through What You are Going Through series, Mike gives us some principles from Paul's voyage to Rome for how to navigate the storms of life.
How could someone find peace after experiencing the loss of a child, the loss of a 40-year relationship, the loss of a career, the loss of their dream home, and more? Our guest today, best-selling author Iyanla Vanzant, shows that it IS possible. Today she shares her incredible story of loss, pain, and starting over. Her new book “Peace From the Broken Pieces: How to Get Through What You're Going Through” was written from her own painful experiences. Listen in as she helps us understand that once we drop the drama and the story, we are able to choose how to move powerfully toward peace. Iyanla is an empowerment specialist, Spiritual Life Counselor, and ordained minister. She is the founder and president of the Inner Visions Institute for Spiritual Development and regularly conducts personal growth classes and workshops for men and women worldwide. She has built the foundation for transformation after overcoming numerous hardships, which she considers learning experiences. She proves that it IS possible to thrive and shares her empowering lessons to the masses. Info: Innervisionsworldwide.com and Iyanla.com.
Never Waste Your Pain How to Get Through What You're Going Through October 31, 2021 Kintsugi is the centuries-old Japanese art of fixing broken pottery. The Kintsugi technique uses a special lacquer made from tree sap, dusted with powdered gold, silver, or platinum to mend the pieces once broken. Upon completion, beautiful seams of gold glint in the conspicuous cracks of ceramic bowls, cups, plates, or vases, giving a one-of-a-kind appearance to each repaired piece. This unique method celebrates each piece's particular history by emphasizing its fractures and breaks rather than hiding or disguising them. In fact, Kintsugi often makes the repaired piece even more beautiful than the original, revitalizing it with a new look and giving it a second life. The practice of Kintsugi is connected to a Japanese philosophy which calls for seeing beauty in the flawed or imperfect. It also reflects the Japanese feelings of regret when something is wasted, as well as the acceptance of change. Over the past couple of months, we've been talking about how to get through whatever it is that you're going through. We've all experienced loss, pain, and grief. None of us get a pass to a pain-free life. But in our American culture, we tend to hide the broken pieces of our lives, rather than allowing them to be revealed. Romans 8:28 says, "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.'" All things…the hard, the broken, the lost, all of it. God wastes nothing when we give Him the pieces. This Sunday, as we wrap up this series, we'll be talking about what it means to not waste your pain. What could it look like in your life, if you put all of your broken pieces into the hands of our God who wastes absolutely nothing? Let's find out together.
Sanctification II: Finding Treasure in Darkness How to Get Through What You're Going Through October 24, 2021 Bonfires, shooting stars, fireflies, the northern lights.. These are just a few of the “treasures” you might discover in a dark place. It's common for kids to be afraid of the dark. But I'm not sure whether it's really the darkness they're afraid of as much as it is what's hidden within it. Even as adults, we tend not to like what we can't see. When we find ourselves in dark places in life, it can be tempting to hide under the covers, so to speak; to become frozen by fear of the unknown. But as we've already seen…there is treasure to be found in dark places! This is week 7 of our series, How to Get Through What You're Going Through. We're taking a look at how to navigate grief and loss in a healthy way. God has promised in His Word, the Bible, that He is with us in the dark places. And not only is He with us, but that there are treasures hidden for us there. Isaiah 50:10 says, “Let the one who walks in the dark, who has no light, trust in the name of the Lord and rely on their God.” Even in the darkness, God is with us. Let's go treasure hunting together.
Sanctification I: Transformed Through Trouble How to Get Through What You're Going Through October 17, 2021 You've probably heard the phrase, “A diamond is a chunk of coal that did well under pressure.” If you do a little digging, you'll find the phrase is attributed to Henry Kissinger, who, for you youngsters watching, was a Nixon-era politician. Kissinger should have stuck to discussing politics, rather than science, because while his adage may be motivational, it is factually, untrue. Diamonds do not come from coal! What IS true is that diamonds form underground at high temperatures and under high pressure and consist purely of carbon minerals. We've been working through a series called, How To Get Through What You're Going Through for the last several weeks. After months of global pandemic, political division, racial tension, violence, opposition, frustration and struggle in practically every area of life, we are all looking for help in knowing how to get through the overwhelming losses of the last year and a half. The good news is, there IS a way through! This week, we're looking at the 5th stage of ‘getting through' – sanctification. Now that's a big, church-y word! But what it comes down to is the truth that God can use the pain, grief, loss, disappointments, the junk of our lives to transform us. Like the carbon minerals that are transformed under high pressure and high heat into beautiful diamonds, God can use the hard things in our lives to transform us. Diamonds may not come from coal. But God does promise to make beauty from the ashes of our lives. Will you let Him transform yours?
Surrender: The Path to Peace How to Get Through What You're Going Through October 10, 2021 The international sign for surrender is the raising of a white flag. Soldiers have been using white flags to indicate surrender for thousands of years. An ancient Roman historian wrote of white flags being displayed as part of the surrender at the Second Battle of Cremona in 69 AD. Most historians believe blank banners first caught on because they were easy to recognize in the heat of battle. White cloth was common in the ancient world, so it may have just been a case of soldiers using whatever materials were available. Over the years, the white flag became a well-established symbol in Western warfare. Wikipedia says, “The white flag is a protective sign of truce or ceasefire, and for negotiation. It also symbolizes surrender, since it is often the weaker party which requests the negotiation." Merriam Webster provides multiple definitions for surrender, including: the action of yielding one's person or giving up the possession of something especially into the power of another. We are at the halfway point in our series, How to Get Through What You're Going Through. We've been taking a look at how to navigate grief and loss in a healthy way. Because loss impacts everyone. No one is exempt. This week marks a turning point in our series. We've looked at shock, sorrow, and struggle; now we turn our attention to surrender. If surrender means to yield or give up, to acknowledge our weakness or inability…then what is it I'm surrendering? To whom am I yielding? And how can this possibly be a good or healthy thing? The path to peace is one of surrender. Let's make the journey together.
Struggle: When Life Makes No Sense How to Get Through What You're Going Through October 3, 2021 You might say this when you order no pickles on your burger, but it comes with pickles anyway. Or when you need to meet a work deadline, but you keep getting interrupted. “The struggle is real!” When the pillows at your hotel are more like pancakes than pillows. When it's “bring your own” TP at the airport bathrooms in Honduras. And you didn't! Or when you can't find a real Diet Coke anywhere outside of the US! First world problems! Difficulty is part of the rhythm of life. Everything is broken, and that creates problems. Today, I tried to order lunch delivered to the office. Placed the order. Paid online. And then, a Door Dash driver calls to tell us the restaurant is slammed. Full dining room, only three staff, and 6 drivers waiting for delivery orders. Our guy has waited 30 minutes already, and can't wait any longer. “You should probably just cancel the order” he says. One more problem to solve. In Genesis 3:17, after Adam and Eve has chosen their way, rather than obedience to God's way, God tells them, “All your life you will struggle…” And they did. And we have. Do. Will. Struggle IS real, for everyone. Some of it we create ourselves. Some is foisted on us by the actions of others. No matter how it happens, or where it comes from, we all face it. This week, in the 4th episode of our series How to Get Through What You're Going Through, we're taking a look at the reality of struggle. Though we all face difficulty, we're not all in the same boat. What feels like a struggle for me, might not be a struggle for you. But no matter what struggle you are facing, there is a healthy way to navigate through it and get to the other side successfully. Oh, and our Door Dash dude…he showed up with lunch just as we were hatching a new plan. So, no struggle after all! I'm sure another is just around the corner. But we'll be ready. Join us this Sunday, and you will be too.
Sorrow: Getting Through Life's Losses How to Get Through What You're Going Through September 26, 2021 News flash!! The Pity Train has just derailed at the intersection of Suck It Up and Move On and crashed into We All Have Problems, before coming to a complete stop at Get the Heck Over It. Any complaints about how we operate can be forwarded to 1-800-waa-waaa. This is Dr. Sniffle reporting live from Quitchur Fussin.' The meme goes on to say: If you like this, repost it. If you don't, suck it up, buttercup, life doesn't revolve around you! While these words might bring a chuckle, they also reveal how we often respond to people in pain. Grief hurts. Heartache is heavy. Loss is hard. And being there for someone in pain can be uncomfortable, inconvenient, difficult. Their relationship had always been challenging, but now it felt shattered beyond repair. Not knowing where else to turn, the young couple met with their pastor. He listened as they unpacked the pain, then spoke softly. “Thank you for telling me your story. But I want to caution you against sharing with anyone outside this office. People will judge you. See a counselor for help, but don't tell anyone at church.” I wish I could tell you this was just a story, written for illustrative purposes. But this really happened, years ago now, to friends of mine. In the early days of a crisis, seeking help to work through broken trust, they turned to the place they thought for sure they'd find hope. Only to be told to cover it up, don't talk about it, pretend like everything's ok. Being there for someone in pain can be uncomfortable, inconvenient and hard. Even for a pastor. We use expressions like, “Don't cry over spilt milk.” “Sweep it under the rug.” “Put one foot in front of the other” or “Just keep swimming.” Those catchy phrases that encourage us to forget about yesterday and just keep moving forward have been around forever. They are so deeply embedded into our culture – both outside and inside the Church – that we don't even stop to consider whether they're good, right, healthy or biblical. Grief enters our lives in a variety of ways. Through the death of a loved one, certainly. But there are so many other sources of loss and pain in our world. And yet, death sometimes seems to be the only thing we have permission to stop and grieve. Whether you've lost someone you love or not, if you're old enough to be watching this video, you've certainly lost something. Perhaps you've lost a job, a home, a dream; a friendship, a marriage, a child. Or maybe you've lost money, respect, safety or trust. The list of possible losses is unending. With the reality of so much loss and pain in our day-to-day lives, who has time to grieve? Is there any option other than to just let it go, get over it, move on? The honest, hope-filled answer is YES! We are in week 3 of our series, How to Get Through What You're Going Through. This week we're talking about sorrow and what it looks like to enter in and work through sorrow in a healthy way. And “Suck it up, buttercup” is not part of the process. God never intended for pain to be part of our story. But He does promise to redeem our pain and heal our wounds, if we choose to enter into the healing process that He has designed us for.
Shock: When Your World Collapses How to Get Through What You're Going Through September 19, 2021 October 29, 1929… "Black Tuesday" hit Wall Street as investors traded some 16 million shares on the New York Stock Exchange in a single day. Billions of dollars were lost, wiping out thousands of investors. Overnight, many people lost their businesses and their life savings. The economic impact created shockwaves around the world. December 7, 1941… 7:48 AM Sunday morning at Pearl Harbor. A surprise attack was launched by 353 Imperial Japanese aircraft in two waves, from six aircraft carriers. Of the eight U.S. Navy battleships present, all were damaged, four sank. A total of 188 U.S. aircraft were destroyed; 2,403 Americans were killed and 1,178 more were wounded. We were suddenly a nation at war. January 28, 1986… Cape Canaveral, Florida. The Space Shuttle Challenger prepared for launch. It was the twenty-fifth Space Shuttle flight; the tenth for Challenger. Seventy-three seconds into its flight, the Challenger broke apart in a shocking explosion killing all seven crew members aboard. A stunned nation watched in horror. September 11, 2001... Nineteen militants associated with the Islamic extremist group al Qaeda hijacked four airplanes and carried out suicide attacks against targets in the United States. Two planes were flown into the twin towers of the World Trade Center in New York City; a third hit the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia, and because of courageous passengers who thwarted the plans of their hijackers, the fourth plane intended for a target in Washington D.C., crashed in a field in Shanksville, Pennsylvania. Almost 3,000 people were killed that day. It was the deadliest attack on American soil in history. All of these events were catalysts for shock that impacted our nation and even the world. On a smaller scale, each of us has our own experiences with loss and grief that have sent us into shock… your teenager has been arrested; a routine check-up results in an unexpected diagnosis; the spouse who promised to love and be faithful had an affair; the brother you love, is taken from this world with no warning; a son off on a day hike is lost and doesn't come home as expected, or you're suddenly fired from your dream job. And in those moments, as you struggle to catch your breath, all you feel is numb. You are in shock. Last week we launched a new sermon series called How to Get Through What You're Going Through. This week, we'll be unpacking the first phase of ‘getting through' – shock. Life is uncertain. Learning how to navigate the uncertainties of life and process the losses we all experience in a healthy way, is essential to our emotional and spiritual growth. The apostle Paul in his second letter to the church at Corinth writes, “(God) comforts us in all our troubles so that we can comfort others.” Everywhere we turn, there are people in need of comfort. Perhaps you are in need of comfort right now. Or maybe, you need to know how to be a comfort to someone else.
Well, Whaddya Know? How to Get Through What You're Going Through September 12, 2021 It was just a regular Tuesday morning. I was up early and in my office, enjoying some quiet time with Jesus before starting to work on my sermon. There was nothing unique or unusual about the day. Nothing seemed off. As staff arrived, there was the usual banter and laughter around the office. I had no reason at all to expect the news that was about to come. But then again…isn't that how it usually works? Life is uncertain, unpredictable, and none of us is guaranteed a tomorrow. We just prefer to live like we're bulletproof, until something rocks our world. Around 10 A.M. I received a text. It was startling news of the completely unexpected death of one of our Dayspring family. A tragic accident took her life and she is no longer with us, but is now in the presence of Jesus. She was just 61 years young, active, vibrant, generous, a friend to everyone who knew her. She touched so many with the love of Jesus. And suddenly, with no warning, she's gone. Grief doesn't come when it's convenient, when your schedule allows, when you have plenty of margin in your life. Loss comes in a variety of ways, not just in the death of a loved one. And when loss hits, it hijacks your plans, your emotions, and maybe even your wallet. And there is no escape. You've most likely already navigated some sort of loss in your life. After the last year and a half, who hasn't? But if by chance you happen to have been spared thus far, your turn is coming. You can count on it. This Sunday we're beginning a new series called How to Get Through What You're Going Through. Because grief is no respecter of persons. Grief won't schedule an appointment on your calendar, or wait until you have time for it. You can't delegate it to someone else to handle for you or buy yourself a pass to a loss-free life. The hard truth is everything and everyone is broken. We all experience heartache, pain, and loss. But even in loss, there is hope! There is truth to hold on to and a way to process our pain and experience healing. That's what this series is all about.
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Founding Pastor Jon Ferguson concludes our series How to Get Through What You’re Going Through. Presenter via COMMUNITY Online on Sunday, April 5th.
Our Naperville Location’s Teaching Pastor Ian Simkins continues the series How to Get Through What You’re Going Through. Presented via Community Online on Sunday, March 29th.
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Lead Pastor Dave Ferguson begins a brand new series: How to Get Through What You’re Going Through. Recorded and presented for Community Online on Sunday, March 22nd. https://live.communityonline.tv/
#390 The Jesus Trip, Get Through What You’re Going Through By: D. Karl Thomas (See download links at the bottom of the page for the Sermon Notes, PowerPoint Slides & Group Discussion Questions) Psalm 105:37, 39-41 “He also brought them out with silver and gold, And there was none feeble among His tribes … He spread a […]
How to Get Through What You are Going Through
How to Get Through What You are Going Through
How to Get Through What You are Going Through
How to Get Through What You are Going Through
Life is full of struggles because sin has broken everything in the world. We struggle with people, ourselves and with God. Join Pastor Rick’s third installment in the series “How to Get Through What You’re Going Through,” to learn how to lament in a Biblical way, so you can make sense of life when life doesn’t make sense.
Life is full of struggles because sin has broken everything in the world. We struggle with people, ourselves and with God. Join Pastor Rick’s third installment in the series “How to Get Through What You’re Going Through,” to learn how to lament in a Biblical way, so you can make sense of life when life doesn’t make sense.
We often ask for peace of mind, a peaceful life, and an experience free from worries, confusion, and hardship. However, as a human being we understand that part of the journey in our life experience we will encounter many natural changes some of which are easy to understand and others leave us pondering. Join us with an interactive and powerful conversation with bestselling author and renowned motivational speaker, Iyanla Vanzant as she shares her new book, Peace from Broken Pieces: How to Get Through What You’re Going Through. Iyanla Vanzant is the founder and executive director of Inner Visions International and Inner Visions Institute for Spiritual Development. She is a Yoruba priestess and an ordained minister in Christian New Thought. The author of 13 titles- including five New York Times bestsellers and the InnerVisionsCD Series – she is the former host of television series Iyanla and co-host of the NBC daytime reality show Starting Over as well.
We often ask for peace of mind, a peaceful life, and an experience free from worries, confusion, and hardship. However, as a human being we understand that part of the journey in our life experience we will encounter many natural changes some of which are easy to understand and others leave us pondering. Join us with an interactive and powerful conversation with bestselling author and renowned motivational speaker, Iyanla Vanzant as she shares her new book, Peace from Broken Pieces: How to Get Through What You’re Going Through. Iyanla Vanzant is the founder and executive director of Inner Visions International and Inner Visions Institute for Spiritual Development. She is a Yoruba priestess and an ordained minister in Christian New Thought. The author of 13 titles- including five New York Times bestsellers and the InnerVisionsCD Series – she is the former host of television series Iyanla and co-host of the NBC daytime reality show Starting Over as well.