Faith And Fire

Are you tired of feeling like you're playing by the rules while others seem to be winning with no regard for fairness? If so, buckle up because today's episode is your lifeline!

In this thought-provoking episode, we're addressing a dilemma that's all too familiar: feeling like we're playing by the rules while others seem to be winning by bending or breaking them. It's a tough pill to swallow, but as they say, "favor ain't fair." What does that really mean, and how do we reconcile it with our commitment to living by God's word?

Join Brandy, Shareé and I as we unpack these questions together, exploring strategies for finding favor in the midst of life's unfairness and navigating the tension between faithfulness and worldly success. Whether you're grappling with feelings of frustration or seeking guidance on how to stay true to your convictions in a world that often rewards compromise, this episode is for you.

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Meet our guests:

Shareé Hurts (pronounced sha-ray) - A woman of faith who has grown up in church IG: sharaze_world

Brandy Labinjo - Her late Mom played a huge role in why her relationship with God was so strong. God and Jesus are her BFF's. IG: iamb1984

What does it look like to be absolutely unstoppable? Trails and adversity will come - but how do we push past even the most harrowing obstacles in pursuit of God's purpose for our lives? That's exactly the question I asked as I sat down with Richard and Rell to talk about their journeys. Richard has been strong in his faith since he was young. He overcame several obstacles, including a speech impediment, to pursue God's calling on his life. Un-waivered by others' opinions of him, he found safety in the church and refuge in worshiping. Rell is a force in the community, despite the negativity that was spoken into his life from a young age into adulthood. Always underestimated, Rell found solace in God and in his art as he showed the world that he was destined to be greater than anyone anticipated. Join us as we explore how these two men, with very different stories, found a way to be unstoppable in achieving the purpose that God has for their lives.

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No marriage is perfect, but these two sure seem to come close. Tracy and Kelvin break down what it takes to find a groove in a healthy Christian marriage. They share their experiences and talk about the journey to finding their orbit in their relationship.

Join me as the bible bowl champion and the ministry maven share stories of how they learned themselves and each other throughout their relationship. From the early years in college, through kids and the judgement of others. Through it all, they teach us that when you can break through the facade of what a marriage "should be" and learn how to be yourself, you can have a healthy and authentic relationship.

Join the conversation! Watch the clips, see the full video, find out about live events and more: https://linktr.ee/faithfireladyj Meet our guests: Kelvin "AMGN (Pronounced Imagine) Lewis - Bible bowl champion, father of two and Grammy nominated pastor's kid. Twitter/IG/Tiktok: Amgn_me Tracy Lewis - Saved and raised in the church, this mother of two is an active and devoted minsitry member.

Is the music industry demonic and is secular music even okay to listen to as a person of faith? We explore these questions and so much more as I sit down with two of my faith-filled friends to chat about secular music.

Join us as we start out going down a TikTok rabbit hole about satanism in the music industry, then dive into how we protect our ear gates while feeding our souls. We wrap up the discussion diving into our pasts. From the music of our childhood to college choices, this is a fun conversation with many twists and turns.

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Meet our guests:

Shareé Hurts (pronounced sha-ray) - A woman of faith who has grown up in church IG: sharaze_world

Brandy Labinjo - Her late Mom played a huge role in why her relationship with God was so strong. She feverishly prayed over her and her sisters to break generational curses. God and Jesus are her BFF's. She is weak without them and give them all the glory. She considers herself grateful for the discernment that she receives from the Holy Spirit! IG: iamb1984

Discover the videos that took us down a TikTok rabbit hole with this curated playlist. We don't agree with everything in these videos but they definitely spark a conversation. Join the conversation and let us know what you think.

TikTok rabbit hole playlist:

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https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZPRTG58dw/

https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZPRTGu5L8/

https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZPRTGa1vW/

We're rolling up our sleeves and diving into the heart of the matter: putting our faith into action in our communities.

In this episode, we're exploring what it means to walk the talk and make a tangible difference where it counts. Richard Crews and Rell Richards sit down and speak with me about how their involvement in the community is their way of practicing their faith in the world.

From working behind the scenes at local shelters to organizing grassroots movements for change, we're delving into the diverse ways that their faith empowers them to be agents of compassion, justice, and love.

Join the conversation! Watch the clips, see the full video, find out about live events and more: https://linktr.ee/faithfireladyj Meet our guests: Richard Crews: Local community impactivist rooted in the AME church Rell Richards: Urban League Young Professionals board member with AME roots

Returning to church after a break or visiting a new church can be an overwhelming and vulnerable experience. With Easter right around the corner, it's the perfect time to shed some light on what it's like to return to church.

To all of my C.M.E. church attendees (Christmas, Mother's Day and Easter), this episode will speak to you. For everyone else, this is what they want you to know before they show up at your church.

When Lauren and I found ourselves in similar journeys, we sat down to talk about what excites us and what scares us about joining a new church. We share our hopes for how our future church will embrace us and our concerns over church icks from the past.

If you've ever tried to bring new people into your church or invited a friend to church, this episode is for you. This episode breaks down the things that you may be doing to attract people to your church that's really scaring them away. My prayer is that you walk away with new ideas for how to make your church a welcoming and inviting place or make your invitation to your friends a welcoming invitation.

Drop a comment if you're also planning to return to church. Forward this episode to a friend that you want to be your church buddy.

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As we enter spring cleaning season, I find that the clearing and making space that we do in our homes is sometimes the same thing that we need in our lives. Shari and Missy sit down with me to discuss how creating space in our lives can bring us joy and keep us aligned with God's purpose.

Whether it's a relationship that is holding us back, a job that is keeping us from pursuing our purpose or a situation that's making it hard to live out our purpose - we all find ourselves in situations that don't serve us or our support our purpose.

Join us as we explore how letting go in this season can release you from what's holding you back and create space for pursuing your purpose.

Meet our guests:

Missy Feldman - Professional organizer and owner of No Mess with Missy, sharing her expertise on clearing out our spaces and our lives.

Shari Sims - Modern spiritual yogi, sharing her life experience on letting go and clearing space for her purpose.

Looking for help with getting your space organized? Check out No Mess with Missy.

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How do Christian politicians find the courage to lead and shine their light in political spaces without being discouraged by the environment around them?

Signa Oliver and Ashley Hodge join me to shed light on that very question. They are not only seasoned politicians but also proud people of faith. Together, they share their personal journeys and spill the beans on what it's really like to navigate the unpredictable waters of politics while staying true to their Christian beliefs.

Join the conversation as we explore the challenges, triumphs, and surprising moments that have shaped these leaders on their path. Whether you're a political junkie, a person of faith, or just curious about the dynamic dance between spirituality and public service, this episode is sure to offer some eye-opening insights.

Meet our guests: Dr. Ashley Hodge - A school board member rooted in her faith (@dr.ashleyhodge) Signa Oliver - A local poltiican and licensed/ordained minister (@signaoliver) Join the conversation! Watch the clips, see the full video, find out about live events and more: https://linktr.ee/faithfireladyj

As we celebrate women this Women's History Month, we sit down with a woman making history in her own right within the AME church. Join us as we seek to understand how being a woman in ministry has impacted her life and her faith.

Dr. Joy, AKA Presiding Elder Sheriolyn Curry-Hodge opens up on what it's like to be a female pastor in a male dominated field, how she found support in other women and challenges that she faced as a woman in ministry. Dr. Joy's relatable stories and witty style make this a fun and lighthearted conversation that you're sure to enjoy.

Meet Dr. Joy - Presiding elder in the 5th district of the AME church (@joyfulstill on instagram)

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In this poignant episode, we dive into a topic that often remains veiled in silence but is undeniably present in the fabric of our lives – the impact of mental health struggles on our faith, loved ones, and communities.

I sit down with three incredible individuals who graciously share their personal journeys, shedding light on the profound ways suicide has touched their lives. They open their hearts to reveal the struggles, the pain, but most importantly, the resilience that has emerged from their experiences.

Throughout this episode, our guests implore us to break the silence. The importance of fostering an open dialogue surrounding mental health and suicide is too profound to ignore. By sharing their stories, they encourage others to speak up, listen, and be heard.

Meet our guests:

Alicia - A strong and faithful woman who lost her husband to suicide 7 years ago.

Lauren - A wife and mother of three that lost her father at age 13 to suicide.

Mike - A youth counselor who lost a close friend at age 15 to suicide. Michael is a practicing therapist at The Empowerment Group LLC. [email protected]

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If you or anyone you know needs help finding support or crisis resources, please call the Suicide Hotline, 988. This resrouce is a 24/7 crisis and suicide lifeline.