Empowering Single Moms

Today we are fasting from the thought that says: "That's just the way I am." One of the things that limits us and keeps us defeated is the opinion we have of ourselves. Over time, we begin to accept a version of ourselves that isn’t God’s version. We also accept other people’s stigmas of us: "He’s shy"; "She’s self-absorbed"; "He’s all talk"; "She’s not the sharpest knife in the drawer". We often...

Today we are fasting from the thought that says, "I haven't done enough." When things don't go our way, we sometimes have this nagging thought that we're not holy enough or haven't prayed enough to qualify us for God's blessing or favor. LET'S CHANGE IT TODAY WE GET WHAT JESUS DESERVES Romans 8:17 tells us that we are joint heirs with Jesus Christ. His inheritance is ours. 1 John 4:17 says, "As He...

Today we are fasting from the thought that says, "I can't shake my past." Often our past is what limits us and keeps us defeated. MEET THE NEW YOU You truly are a new creation—if you are in Christ. The old has passed away. Your past is over! GOD WILL USE YOUR PAST Live in Romans 8:28. All things, including your past, work for your GOOD! While your past is over, God can still make it work to your a...

Today we're fasting from the thought that says, "I feel depressed." We have all felt it at times. Depression is now the leading cause of disability in the world. So often, depression is anger turned inward at ourselves for our shortcomings and mistakes. Perhaps you’ve thought: "Life’s a drag; what’s the use; I’ll never be happy." These thoughts are designed to rob you of the joy and confidence tha...

Today we are fasting from the thought that says, "I’m feeling offended." We all know what it’s like to be treated wrongly or unfairly and to be talked about or lied about. It’s easy to become offended and feel that we have the right to feel that way. But this is a destructive trap. BEING OFFENDED TRAPS YOU Skandalon (offense) is the trigger of a well-baited trap. When an animal touches the trigger...

Today we're fasting from the thought that says, "I feel like a victim." Viktor Frankl survived the Nazi death camp at Auschwitz by defining ultimate freedom as the ability "to choose one's attitude in any given set of circumstances." The worst prison in the world is the one we put ourselves in—our mind. NO ONE CAN KEEP YOU IN YOUR CURRENT SITUATION, EXCEPT YOU We must begin TODAY to accept total r...

Today we are fasting from the thought that says, "It’s impossible." Jesus said, "All things are possible to him who believes." What is in your life today that you have given up on or considered impossible? Whatever it is (provided it’s legal!), don’t ever give up. Never, never, never give up. One Easter weekend, a major political story broke in America. The New York Times asked me, "Since this sto...

Today we're fasting from what I call the "problem-focused" mentality . The problem-focused mentality just sees and reports the problem. NEVER BE SATISFIED WITH JUST RECOGNIZING A PROBLEM There are enough critics and complainers in the world. The world needs solution-minded people, not just those who can report a problem. WE ARE COMPENSATED IN LIFE FOR THE PROBLEMS WE SOLVE, NOT THE PROBLEMS WE MER...

Today we are fasting from the thought that says, "I feel anxious." All of us deal with anxiety at various times in our lives. Some of the symptoms of anxiety include: heart palpitations, tension, fatigue, nausea, chest pain, shortness of breath, stomach aches, and headaches. You don't have to live this way. TREAT ANXIETY AS A SIGNAL RATHER THAN A CONDITION It is a signal to pray, and prayer will c...

Today we are fasting from the thought that says, "Happiness is so hard to find." There is no higher or deeper desire in the heart of mankind than happiness. It is the single most intoxicating emotion that drives every decision and pursuit of mankind. People have been looking for happiness—trying to buy it, trade for it, or discover it—since time began. But it's not hard to find. YOU DON'T HAVE TO...

Today we are fasting from the thought that says, "I don't feel loved." The number-one need in every human life is to be loved. Yet sadly, so few actually enjoy a life where they actually feel loved. GOD'S NOT MAD AT YOU, HE'S MAD ABOUT YOU Dispel the myth of an angry God. He poured out His wrath on Jesus while on the cross, so He could pour out His love on you forever. "God is love." (1 John 4:8)...

Fear is at the root of just about every negative thing that happens in our lives. We’re afraid of failing; afraid of being alone or rejected; afraid of running out of money; afraid that people will let us down; afraid that we won’t find a spouse or the one we found will leave us. All fear is rooted in the core belief that God’s Word won’t work. For example, the fear of not having enough is rooted...

When we feel powerless over our past, we feel guilty. When we feel powerless over our future, we feel afraid. When we feel powerless over the present, we feel depressed. And when we feel like the people or circumstances of our lives just won't change, we feel angry. A sense of powerlessness is the root of all negative emotions. The thought that there's not much we can do about the economy, or our...

Today we’re fasting from the thought that says, "I Can't Change." We’ve all felt at times that we can’t change a certain habit or a weakness in our lives. We often feel "confined" by whatever has previously "defined" us. But, as we change our mindsets regarding WHO we are and what God has given us, ANYTHING can change. Today a new hope will be born in you! AWAKEN TO GOD'S GRACE His grace empowers...

Thankfulness is a prominent Bible theme. First Thessalonians 5:16-18 says, “Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” Did you catch that? Give thanks in all circumstances. Thankfulness should be a way of life for us, naturally flowing from our hearts and mouths. " Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of...

1) Renewing Your Mind Gets You Out of Your Head 2) Renewing Your Mind Changes You 3) Renewing Your Mind Gives You Purpose + Direction

In the episode I will tell you some of the things that have dealt with and still dealing with you. But with the help of God I will make it through.

As Christians, we often hear people quote Romans 8:37, which says we are more than conquerors. For years, I have pondered what being “more than a conqueror” actually means. I’m sure other people have different interpretations, but I have come to the conclusion that being “more than a conqueror” means you have such confidence that no matter what comes up in your life, you know that through Christ y...

Don’t think as the world thinks. If you want to experience the good will of God for your life, you have to learn how to think the way God thinks, see yourself as God sees you, and renew your mind through studying His Word. Renewing the mind is a process that takes time, but you can get started right away—getting excited each day about the progress that you have made. Learn to agree with all that G...

I remember when I began my ministry. When I was preparing for my first meeting, I asked the Lord what He wanted me to teach, and what came to my heart was, Tell My people I love them . “They know that,” I said. “I want to teach them something really powerful, not a Sunday school lesson out of John 3:16.” The Lord reminded me that if people really knew how much He loves them, they would act differe...

Many people struggle with indecision (the inability to make a decision) and double-mindedness (constantly changing their minds) because of fear or a lack of confidence. However, you can make a decision and stick with it because you have discipline and a calm, well-balanced mind. You can easily feel overwhelmed by all the decisions you need to make daily unless you have confidence in your ability t...

I challenge you to be thankful and tell God thank you for all the many blessings he have bestowed on you.

Why do you think Jesus is referred to as “the Rock”? Because He is stable and never-changing, just like a rock. Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever—and we’re supposed to imitate Him. Waiting to see how you feel each day is never a good idea. Has anyone ever invited you to do something and you responded, “Let me wait and see how I feel”? That just gives the devil room to make sur...

Learning about and receiving the unconditional love of God is what sets us free from fear. Nothing else will! “Perfect love casts out fear” (1 John 4:18 NASB). Only God has perfect love, and it can be yours by faith. Faith expresses itself in love (see Galatians 5:6). How can we put our trust in God if we are not convinced He loves us at all times? Take God at His Word and begin to receive His lov...

How do our thoughts and the words we speak affect our habits? In my opinion, they are the starting point for breaking all bad habits and forming all good habits. In fact, thinking and speaking negatively is a bad habit in itself—and one we need to break by beginning to think and speak positively. You can literally think and talk yourself into victory or defeat. You not only get all the things you...