In this episode, Diane Cunningham Ellis and I have a great discussion about keeping God first in life, entrepreneurship, and business.

Here is a little bit about Diane from her website:

https://dianecunningham.com/

I have been teaching women to choose brave for a decade.  Why? Cause I have had to step into this myself again and again.   

I have been called an action-taking creative machine.  This is one of the primary ways I support you.  Not to boast but…..I have created hundreds of courses, programs, and groups since I stumbled into entrepreneurship sideways after losing my counseling career. 

My desire is to inspire women on this brave inspired journey as they create new things… often surprising themselves. 

I am a flurry of activity with my ACTIVATOR and WOO strengths. (See below for my top 5)

Top 5 in Strengths Finder:

In this episode, Sophy Velazquez and I discuss keeping God first, domestic violence, and mental health issues.

Sophy Velazquez is an advocate for domestic violence. She is a daughter and a Mother and she is attending Liberty University working on getting her Bachelor’s degree. Sophy runs a support group on Facebook helping women survivors of domestic violence by educating and empowering them through the word of God.

You can join her Facebook group at this link:

In this episode, Shari Ledlie and I have a wonderful conversation about seeking God and keeping him first, life, family, marriage, and ministry!

Shari is a credentialed Minister, author of a children’s book focusing on self-esteem and inner healing entitled, Atticus and teacher supplementary Lessons

Shari holds a B.A. degree in Family Life Education from Spring Arbor University. She has been married for 40 years and has two adult children, Paul (Elizabeth) Ledlie, Jessica (Timothy John) Ellis, 6 grandchildren, and many spiritual children and now spiritual grandchildren. 

https://bridgenetworks.org/

Tanecia (Ta-knee-see-uh) Mitchell, Ph.D. is an author, scientist, mentor, educator, and consultant. She leads a research laboratory that has generated millions of dollars in grant funding to study kidney disease. 

As the founder of “The Glory Agency”, Dr. Mitchell specializes in empowering people to discover and become who they were created to be. She provides practical strategies her clients can apply personally and professionally. Dr. Mitchell mentors with passion and guides those around her to elevate their vision to new heights. 

 She learned the value of perseverance and integrity at an early age in Little Rock, AR. Her dedication and determination have allowed her to become the “first” woman, African-American, or person to accomplish many achievements throughout her career.

When not speaking or writing, she can be found leading a co-ed hiking group in the woods of Alabama or dabbling with arts and crafts. 

Her book, Renew the Inner You, consists of a 5-Step Plan to help you address how you think, speak, and respond to life based on God’s perspective. As you apply these short and practical steps to your life, you will begin to enjoy many benefits for years to come!

Website: https://www.taneciamitchell.com/contact 

Author Website: www.taneciamitchell.com/books

Amazon Kindle: www.amazon.com/dp/B09MK51YG7

Facebook (Author Page): https://www.facebook.com/taneciamitchellauthor 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tani_glo/ 

This week I am sharing some of my own testimony. I just felt the need to share from my heart today, and we will resume our interviews next week. I have a wonderful guest coming up next that you will not want to miss. If you are not following my podcast, please follow it today and share it with your friends. I hope and pray that each person who listens to this podcast will be encouraged and empowered. I am so thankful that I get to serve you in this capacity.

In our first episode, I am talking with a great friend of mine, Bethany Paternoga. We discuss how seeking God first is the way she is able to maintain her busy life as a wife, mother, grandmother, homeschool teacher, Pastor, and Founder of an International Ministry. Tune in as we unpack the benefits of seeking God first!

Bethany is a Mother of seven children ( only 2 are biological) and 6 grandchildren, with one on the way! She also has many spiritual sons and daughters that are spread throughout the United States and abroad. She is a Pastor ordained through Church Growth International of the Americas and Independent Christian Churches International. Bethany was a former Youth Leader, Young Adults Pastor, Preschool Sunday School Teacher, Prayer Pastor, and she Organized and led the National Day of Prayer in her city. She has also worked in pastoral counseling, Inner Healing, and Deliverance Ministry and has extensive training in childhood trauma and mental health crisis. In 2019 she founded Passion Fire International with her husband, Joe, and has become a Church on a Mission. Bethany has a passion to see the Bride of Christ made ready. She burns with a fiery passion for Prayer and Revival and believes entire cities and Nations can be won for Christ. Transforming cities and nations through Prayer!

Find Bethany at the following links:

https://www.passionfireinternational.com/

https://www.facebook.com/passionfireinternationalministries

If you wish to support Passionfire International Ministries:

https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/PFIMINISTRIES

https://cash.app/$PFIMinistries

Welcome to Hope Encounters for Women Podcast, where you'll find stories of triumph and courage from women who have faced battles and emerged victorious through their unwavering faith in Jesus Christ. Our guests will inspire and encourage you as they share their trials and testimonies, showing how putting God first can bring purpose, joy, and resilience into your life. Join us on this journey of hope and discover the transformative power of faith. We're excited for you to be a part of the Hope Encounters for Women Podcast!