Blessed + Bossed Up

This week on Blessed + Bossed Up, we’re doing something a little different—and very needed.

We’re spotlighting an incredible episode from the Marriage, Motherhood & PTSD podcast, hosted by Coach Leah Huggins. Originally created for military wives navigating the effects of PTSD in marriage, this show now speaks to every woman carrying the weight of life, relationships, motherhood, and purpose—especially those doing it all while feeling like they’re running on empty.

In this featured episode, Beating Burnout: Reclaiming Peace When Running On Fumes, Coach Leah unpacks what burnout really looks like and how to begin healing from it—mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. If you’ve been stretched too thin, silently struggling, or just trying to keep it all together, this episode offers biblical truth, personal wisdom, and practical tools to help you reset.

You’ll learn:

• The hidden signs of burnout (and why it’s not always obvious)
• How PTSD, trauma, and chronic stress affect your energy and peace
• Biblical examples of emotional fatigue—like Elijah—and how God responds
• Tools for nervous system regulation, rest, and soul-care
• How to start setting boundaries that honor both God and yourself
• An introduction to the Stress Less Workbook, a life budgeting tool for your peace

🎧 Tune in now and discover why Marriage, Motherhood & PTSD is becoming a go-to podcast for Christian women navigating hard seasons without losing themselves in the process.

🔗 New episodes of Marriage, Motherhood & PTSD are available everywhere you get your podcasts! https://redcircle.com/shows/f1832fdb-4023-4aa4-bf26-b178c2113bb3

In this episode of Blessed + Bossed Up, Tatum dives deep into Acts 15:1–21 to unpack a practical and biblical framework for resolving conflict in business. She walks through the example of the Jerusalem Council and explains how the apostles resolved a major disagreement without compromising truth or unity. Tatum also shares insights from psychological research on conflict avoidance—especially in the digital age—and outlines how modern entrepreneurs can adopt a Christ-centered approach to managing disputes. The episode concludes with a memorable acronym, PEACE, to guide believers through conflict with wisdom, empathy, and clarity.

Key Points Covered:

A verse-by-verse breakdown of Acts 15:1–21 highlighting how conflict was handled in the early church.

The importance of mastering soft skills like conflict resolution for business success and Christian witness.

Data-backed insights on how most people avoid conflict and how that avoidance leads to stress, anxiety, and fractured relationships.

The impact of digital communication on our ability to address issues directly and with empathy.

Tatum’s personal experiences with conflict in business and the lessons she’s learned over the years.

The biblical model of addressing disagreements with humility, truth, community, and clear communication.

Introduction of the PEACE method, a five-step framework based on Acts 15.

The PEACE Method for Conflict Resolution:

P – Pause and Pray: Take a moment before responding. Seek the Holy Spirit’s guidance.

E – Examine the Root Issue: Go beyond surface-level problems to uncover the true cause of the conflict.

A – Approach with Empathy and Accountability: Listen more than you speak. Own your role and respond with grace and truth.

C – Collaborate on a Christ-Centered Solution: Aim for reconciliation, not just resolution. Propose outcomes that honor God and preserve unity.

E – Establish Next Steps: Clarify decisions and expectations. Put agreements in writing to avoid future confusion.

Save the PEACE acronym as a reminder the next time conflict arises in your business or ministry. Use it to remain rooted in biblical truth while navigating difficult conversations.

In this week’s episode of Blessed and Bossed Up, we continue our journey through The Spirit-Filled Life by Charles Stanley, focusing on Chapter 3: The Indwelling Spirit. Tatum walks through Stanley’s personal experience with imposter syndrome and how it led him to a deeper understanding of the Holy Spirit’s presence and power in his life.

This chapter highlights the difference between simply believing in the Holy Spirit and actively living a Spirit-filled life. Tatum discusses how many believers, though saved and sincere, may not be experiencing the fullness of the Holy Spirit because He is not fully activated in their daily lives. Stanley’s transparency about his own struggle brings clarity and hope for those who want to experience more of God but aren’t sure how.

Through practical application and biblical insight, this episode challenges listeners to consider their own level of intimacy with the Holy Spirit. It’s not just about having Him present, but about allowing Him to fully take residence and lead. The chapter also touches on being sealed by the Spirit and the confidence we can have in knowing that God has taken up permanent residence within us.

Reflection Prompt:

Take a moment to meditate on these two truths:

1. The Holy Spirit is God.
2. The Holy Spirit lives in me.

What do these truths mean for your daily life? How should they affect your thoughts, decisions, character, relationships, and sense of purpose?

1 Corinthians 6:19

1 Corinthians 13:12

Genesis 1:1–3

Colossians 1:13–16

Genesis 1:26

Genesis 1:27

Acts 5:1–4

Hebrews 9:14

John 20:22

Acts 1:8

1 John 3:24

1 Thessalonians 4:8

1 Peter 1:11

Galatians 4:6

1 Corinthians 3:16–17

Romans 8:9

Romans 8:11

2 Timothy 1:14

Jeremiah 31:31–34

Mark 15:38

Ephesians 1:13–14

Matthew 27:66

Revelation 20:3

Revelation 7:4–8

Revelation 14:1–5

Ephesians 4:30

Book Featured

The Spirit-Filled Life: Discover the Joy of Surrendering to the Holy Spirit by Charles Stanley https://a.co/d/ceKoWk3

Share this episode with a friend who is seeking more of God and trying to step into the calling on their life with confidence and clarity.

In this powerful and deeply practical conclusion to the Spirit-Led Business Decisions series, Tatum wraps up what organically grew into a four-part journey into how Christian entrepreneurs can walk with God daily in their business—not just in theory, but in practice. In this final installment, she shifts from theological insight to real-world application, answering the question: "How do I make this a lifestyle and not just lip service?"

Tatum dives into Galatians 5:25 and unpacks what it truly means to "keep in step with the Spirit." She contrasts rhythm vs. routine, exploring why many believers struggle to remain connected to God in their daily grind, and how reclaiming spiritual rhythm—rooted in abiding, alignment, obedient action, and reflection—can transform not just your business, but your entire life.

This episode is for the believer who's tired of burnout, hungry for clarity, and ready to build what God saw before He formed them. If you're ready to stop sprinkling Jesus onto your plans and start submitting to His, this conversation is your blueprint.

• The difference between routine and rhythm—and why rhythm is more biblical and fruitful.
• The true meaning of Galatians 5:25 and its call to live Spirit-led daily.
• Psychological and spiritual reasons we struggle to abide with God consistently.
• How to build your business from a place of intimacy, not ambition.
• A practical four-part system: Abide, Align, Act, Assess—for keeping in sync with God in every business season.

• Galatians 5:25 – “Since we live by the Spirit, let us keep in step with the Spirit.”
• John 15:5 – “Apart from Me, you can do nothing.”
• Luke 10:38–42 – Martha vs. Mary on routine vs. rhythm.
• Exodus 16 – God’s provision of manna and the daily rhythm of trust.
• Mark 1:35, John 5:19 – Jesus’ example of ministry led by presence, not pressure.

• Routines may be efficient, but rhythms anchor you to presence.
• Strategy should be Spirit-led—not stress-driven.
• Aligning with God’s timing produces peace, flexibility, and more fruit.
• Obedience matters more than optics or output.

• How to Make Spirit-Led Business Decisions – Part 1: https://www.blessedandbossedup.com/podcast/episode/3c5c4d42/how-to-make-spirit-led-business-decisions-pt-1
• Worship, Fasting, and Divine Strategy – Part 2: https://www.blessedandbossedup.com/podcast/episode/1edd3a2b/how-to-make-spirit-led-business-decisions-pt-2
• Mobility + Flexibility in Business – Part 3: https://www.blessedandbossedup.com/podcast/episode/21747377/how-to-make-spirit-led-business-decisions-pt-3
• How to Have a Business Meeting with God: https://www.blessedandbossedup.com/podcast/episode/515b3ca9/196-how-to-have-a-business-meeting-with-god
• Digital Detox Episode: https://www.blessedandbossedup.com/podcast/episode/50e68525/251-take-a-digital-break-sis

In this powerful and transparent episode, we continue our journey through the book The Spirit-Filled Life by Dr. Charles Stanley, focusing on Chapter 2: “My First Encounter.” Tatum dives into Dr. Stanley’s personal reflections, her own early confusion around the Holy Spirit, and the deeply transformative truths revealed through Scripture about who the Holy Spirit really is.

From church traditions and misinformation to real encounters with the Spirit of God, this episode breaks down misconceptions and invites you into a deeper awareness and relationship with the Holy Spirit—not as an “it,” but as the living, active, thinking, and feeling person He is.

If you've ever felt confused, intimidated, or even unsure about who the Holy Spirit is and how He operates in your life, this episode will meet you with truth, grace, and clarity. You’ll walk away equipped to recognize the fingerprints of the Spirit in your day-to-day life and encouraged to surrender to the divine guidance available to you.

• The biblical identity of the Holy Spirit as a person—not a force or an “it”
• Why speaking in tongues is not the only evidence of being Spirit-filled
• The key tasks of the Holy Spirit (with Scripture references)
• How to discern between conviction and condemnation
• Personal stories of early confusion and real encounters with the Holy Spirit
• Practical steps to develop greater awareness and relationship with the Holy Spirit

• John 16:8–11 – Conviction
• John 16:12–15 – Illumination and Teaching
• Romans 8:14 – Guidance
• Romans 8:16 – Assurance
• Romans 8:26 – Intercession
• Acts 20:22–23 – Direction and Warnings
• 1 Corinthians 2:11–12, 1 Corinthians 12:11 – Knowledge and Will of the Spirit
• Ephesians 4:30, Romans 15:30 – Emotion of the Spirit

• Reflect on the tasks of the Holy Spirit mentioned in the episode and look for them in your daily life.
• Ask yourself: Have I been guilty of ignoring the Holy Spirit?
• Begin to intentionally acknowledge Him as a person and seek to develop a daily awareness of His work in your life.

Grab your physical copy of The Spirit-Filled Life by Dr. Charles Stanley and follow along with our Book Club! https://amzn.to/43i0044

In this continuation of the Bible on Business series, Tatum walks through Acts 16:6–10 to illustrate how critical it is for Christian entrepreneurs to embrace mobility and flexibility when building a business God’s way. Using Paul’s second missionary journey as a framework, this episode explores what it looks like to make strategic plans while remaining fully open to divine redirection.

If you’re someone who knows you’re called but keeps facing closed doors, delays, or redirections that don’t make sense, this message is for you. Tatum speaks to the emotional and spiritual tension of following God with excellence while trusting Him to guide every step—even when plans change.

She also shares a personal story about obeying the Holy Spirit with no confirmation and how that decision ultimately protected her and her family. This episode will shift your mindset around delays, reframe how you view closed doors, and help you move forward with peace and confidence.

• A closed door is not failure—it can be divine redirection.
• The Holy Spirit often leads us as we move, not before.
• Flexibility and mobility are vital for kingdom entrepreneurs.
• Being spiritual is not the same as being Spirit-led.
• Obedience does not always come with external confirmation.
• The people God is calling you to serve are already prepared to receive you.

• Acts 16:6–10 (ESV and The Message)
• Proverbs 16:9
• Romans 8:14
• Galatians 5:25

• You are clear about your calling but uncertain about next steps.
• You’ve experienced unexpected closed doors and felt discouraged.
• You struggle to distinguish between faith and fear in business decisions.
• You are tired of waiting for external confirmation before obeying God.
• You want to operate in peace rather than anxiety as you build your business.

• Strategic planning vs. spiritual discernment
• What to do when you face delays, pivots, or redirections
• The importance of maintaining spiritual rhythm in business
• How over-attachment to your vision can block divine movement
• The role of fear and anxiety in clouding discernment
• How obedience leads to favor and alignment with your ideal clients

If you're tired of "just doing your best" and still coming up empty — this episode is for you.

Tatum opens up about how her passion for business, once ignited by God, slowly became routine... heavy... even burdensome. Sound familiar? Whether it’s your faith, your work, or your purpose — if you've ever wondered why the fire doesn’t feel the same anymore, this episode will meet you where you are.

This week kicks off our new Blessed + Bossed Up Book Club series on The Spirit-Filled Life by Dr. Charles Stanley, a deeply personal and theologically grounded guide to rediscovering the joy, peace, and power that comes from truly living led by the Holy Spirit.

Through honest reflection and raw storytelling, Tatum explores what it means to surrender again — not just your business goals, but your heart, your weariness, your routine, your emotions — all of it. She shares how the Holy Spirit met her right where she was, not in perfection, but in her honesty.

This episode is a permission slip to stop striving and start abiding.

You’ll Hear About:

• Why May is a personal turning point for Tatum in faith, family, and entrepreneurship
• How The Spirit-Filled Life meets you in dry, discouraged seasons
• The truth about burnout in faith and business—and how the Holy Spirit revives
• What makes the Christian walk different from striving in your own strength
• Practical ways to assess if you’re truly living Spirit-led
• How to prepare your heart to journey with us through this book

Discussion Questions (from the book’s “Think About It” section):

• Is there a vast difference between what you experienced as a new believer and what you're experiencing now?
• Do you know Christians who just seem to have something or know something that you don't?
• What makes you different from friends who aren't believers?
• Peace, joy, and love—are they evident in your life?
• What can you currently attribute to the power of the Holy Spirit in your life?
• How would you explain what it means to be filled with the Holy Spirit?

Call to Action:

Grab a physical copy of The Spirit-Filled Life by Dr. Charles Stanley. This one isn’t just for reading—it’s for highlighting, journaling, and letting God speak to you in the margins: https://amzn.to/43ahrnj

ournal through the questions in this episode. Write honestly. Cry if you need to. The goal is not performance—it’s surrender.

🎧 Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you tune in. Share this episode with a friend who feels like they’re running on empty.

In this special replay episode of Blessed + Bossed Up, Tatum revisits one of the most crucial conversations for today’s believer: how to qualify wise counsel. Following her recent teaching on Spirit-led business decisions from Acts 13:1–4, this episode builds upon that foundation by emphasizing the importance of discerning who we allow to pour into us—especially in an era where spiritual influence can be bought, marketed, and misused.

Using 2 Kings 4:1–7 as the anchor text, Tatum unpacks the story of a desperate widow, divine instruction, and miraculous provision. Through this narrative, she walks listeners through how wise counsel played a key role in this woman’s breakthrough—and how we can discern and apply the same principles in our own lives and businesses.

This conversation isn’t just about avoiding deception—it’s about equipping you to hear from God clearly in a noisy world and ensuring that those you go to for advice are truly led by the Spirit.

• Why this episode is being reposted: Tatum shares the intention behind revisiting this message—to reinforce the importance of spiritual discernment, especially as believers are often influenced by online voices and virtual leaders.
• Biblical Foundation: 2 Kings 4:1–7 is explored in-depth as a model for how God uses wise counsel to deliver strategy and provision.
• Discerning Influence: The difference between godly counsel and well-meaning but misaligned advice.
• Spiritual Maturity: Why humility, biblical grounding, and discernment are non-negotiables for those we allow to guide us.

1. God-Centered: They fear the Lord and submit their advice to what God is saying—not just what works.
2. Biblically Sound: Their guidance aligns with scripture in full context and is rooted in truth.
3. Discerning: They are able to perceive beyond surface issues and speak to the root.
4. Humble and Teachable: They don’t lead with ego or accolades, but with a heart postured toward serving and hearing from God.
5. Experienced and Spiritually Mature: Their track record is submitted to God, and their insight is seasoned by both time and obedience.

• Moses and Jethro – Exodus 18:13–24
• Paul and Timothy – 2 Timothy 1:6–7
• Rehoboam and His Advisors – 1 Kings 12:6–15 (a case study in ignoring wise counsel)

You don’t always have time to vet people when crisis hits. That’s why building relationships with biblically sound, Spirit-led leaders before you’re in need is essential. Don’t wait until you're overwhelmed to figure out who you can trust. Use this episode as a guide to start evaluating your circle now.

In this continuation of our Bible on Business series, we dive deeper into the process of making Holy Spirit-led business decisions. Picking up from Part 1 (based on Acts 8), today’s discussion focuses on Acts 13:1-4 and how divine strategy and clarity are birthed from a lifestyle of worship, fasting, and consistent submission to God. Tatum also shares critical biblical principles for discerning the spirit behind those who claim to be sent by God, offering practical steps to avoid deception and remain anchored in the truth.

• Context of Acts 13: Shift from Jerusalem to Antioch, highlighting the transition from Peter’s leadership to Paul’s.
• Divine Strategy is Birthed from Worship and Fasting:
• Barnabas and Saul’s commissioning came in the middle of an existing posture of worship, not a strategic session seeking next steps.
• Application: Do not seek God only for strategy—pursue a lifestyle of submission, intimacy, and service.
• Beware of Misaligned Spiritual Leadership:
• Many modern Christian entrepreneurs and believers are spiritually "thirsty," making them vulnerable to deception.
• Importance of properly discerning who lays hands on you or influences your spiritual walk and business decisions.
• Principles for Discerning Spiritual Leadership:

1. Test their confession of Jesus (1 John 4:1-3).
2. Test the fruit of their life (Matthew 7:15-20).
3. Test alignment with Scripture (Galatians 1:8-9; Isaiah 8:20).
4. Test through the witness of the Holy Spirit (John 16:13).

• Practical Application:
• Ask key questions:
• Does this person exalt the true Jesus or themselves?
• Does their life consistently produce holy fruit?
• Are their teachings aligned fully with Scripture?
• Does the Holy Spirit bear witness within you regarding their message and conduct?
• Take your time before accepting any prophetic word or impartation. It is wise to "wait and see" rather than rushing based on emotions.
• Personal Story:
• Tatum shares her own journey of being patient during a wilderness season and how God’s deposits led to the launch of Anchored Media and her continued success, underscoring the power of patience and submission.

• The Spirit-Filled Life by Charles Stanley – [Grab your copy here] https://a.co/d/cBARYuE
• Bible references: Acts 13:1-4, 1 John 4:1-3, Matthew 7:15-20, Galatians 1:8-9, Isaiah 8:20, John 16:13

• Reflect: Are you seeking God’s hand or His heart first?
• Evaluate: Apply the principles of spiritual discernment shared today to your current business community and spiritual influences.
• Prepare: Join the Blessed + Bossed Up Book Club as we start The Spirit-Filled Life by Charles Stanley. The journey to spirit-led entrepreneurship continues.

Listen to Part 1 of this series here: https://www.blessedandbossedup.com/podcast/episode/3c5c4d42/how-to-make-spirit-led-business-decisions-pt-1

This week, we’re shining a light on something incredibly special: the launch of a brand new podcast, The Get Back Chat with Hope Marchella.

The Get Back Chat is not your typical teaching-style podcast. It’s a testimony-driven audio journal where real stories meet raw faith. Each episode offers a safe, honest space for listeners to reflect, relate, and ultimately return to God. Inspired by Revelation 12:11, Hope shares her journey of falling away and finding her way back—one moment of obedience, surrender, and sanctification at a time.

If you've ever felt unseen, stuck, or unsure about your next step, this podcast will meet you there.

If you’ve ever whispered “God knows my heart” while running from His call, if you've ever wondered how to get your life back, or if you’re walking through a season of rediscovery—this podcast is for you.

Hope’s honesty, humor, and humility make her stories feel like conversations with a trusted friend. It’s not about perfection, but pursuit.

🔗 Subscribe, rate, and review The Get Back Chat wherever you listen to podcasts.

New episodes drop every Thursday. Don’t miss what God is doing through this powerful new voice: https://redcircle.com/shows/the-get-back-chat