Faith on the Journey: Conversations with Jocelyn

In this episode, Rev. Jocelyn welcomes Lakeisha Griffin, transformational speaker, author, retired U.S. Army leader, and faith-driven leadership coach. Drawing from more than 25 years of military leadership and her personal walk with Christ, Lakeisha shares how God prepared her through seasons of adversity, growth, and transition to become a leader who empowers others to live with courage and purp...

In this episode, Rev. Jocelyn welcomes Sheryl Johnson, also known as The Pearl, CEO of Phoenix Script Healing LLC, playwright, and community program developer. Sheryl shares her powerful testimony of overcoming childhood trauma, addiction, incarceration, and hopelessness through the redeeming love of Jesus Christ. She also discusses how God called her to use the arts as a ministry, proving that no...

In this episode, Rev. Jocelyn sits down with Dr. Michelle Brown Nelson, a two-time cancer survivor, author, speaker, and John Maxwell Certified Coach, Speaker, and Trainer. Dr. Michelle shares her powerful testimony of overcoming cancer through unwavering faith, daily declarations, and standing firmly on God's promises. Whether you're facing a health battle, emotional hardship, or another...

In this episode, Rev. Jocelyn welcomes Amanda Shivers, hospitality consultant, author, and founder of the Daddy Issues community. Amanda shares how God led her from a successful corporate career into Kingdom entrepreneurship and how her own journey through divorce became the foundation for a ministry that helps women find emotional healing and hope in Christ. Together, they discuss obedience, fait...

In this powerful episode of Reverend Jocelyn Talks , host Reverend Jocelyn sits down with licensed minister, entrepreneur, and author Dominique Farmer to discuss her profound journey through domestic violence, divorce, grief, and overcoming deep depression. Dominique openly shares how shattering the "strong Black woman" trope and allowing herself to have a vulnerable breakdown became the...

What happens when God gives you a business idea that does not make sense at first? In this inspiring episode of Rev. Jocelyn Talks, Rev. Jocelyn sits down with Johane Herard, founder of The Glory Candle, to talk about her powerful journey from being laid off, struggling financially, and starting a candle business in her kitchen — to building a faith-led product business that now includes retail sa...

If you're navigating a difficult season, rebuilding your life after trauma, or stepping into entrepreneurship, this powerful testimony will speak directly to you. In this episode of Reverend Jocelyn Talks, we sit down with Connie K. Siu, a business consultant and overcomer, who shares how she went from postpartum struggles, an abusive relationship, and starting over… to building a thriving busines...

Stop Paying the "Trauma Tax": How to Reclaim Your Power in Ministry & BusinessHave you ever felt "frozen" right before making a big offer, posting on social media, or asking for a donation? You have the strategy, but something internal is blocking your progress. In this episode of The Sister Start Your Ministry Hour, Reverend Jocelyn dives deep into the concept of the "Trauma Tax"—the hidden p...

Selling Is Service: How Faith-Based Women Can Grow Their Ministry Without Guilt Are you a heart-centered entrepreneur or ministry leader who cringes at the word "Sales"? In this episode, Reverend Jocelyn sits down with the "Queen of Reframe," Coach Carol Boston, to reveal why sales is actually a form of spiritual service and how to use the scientifically validated BANK system t...

She Was Trafficked by a Pastor… How God Turned Trauma Into PurposeThis is a powerful and raw conversation about human trafficking, trauma, faith, and healing. In this episode of Reverend Jocelyn Talks, I sit down with Dr. Teresa Merriweather, a survivor of sex trafficking who courageously shares her story of being trafficked, carrying shame in silence, and experiencing what she calls “mental priso...

How to Build a Sustainable Ministry Without Burnout | Rev. Jocelyn Talks with Juni FelixMany ministry leaders and Christian entrepreneurs don’t fail because they lack vision — they burn out because they lack systems that are sustainable and rooted in love. In this powerful episode of Reverend Jocelyn Talks, Reverend Jocelyn is joined by Junie Felix — discuss how putting effective systems in place...

Struggling to Grow Your Ministry? | Rev. Jocelyn Talks with Kimberly DanielAre you called to build a purpose-driven ministry or Kingdom business but struggling to grow, connect, or stand out? In this powerful episode of Reverend Jocelyn Talks, Reverend Jocelyn sits down with Kimberly Daniel, brand communications strategist and co-founder of Do Good X, to unpack the real reason many ministries stay...

Feeling Stuck? Here's What You're Really Dealing With | Rev. Jocelyn TalksWhy do so many people still feel stuck—even after counseling, prayer, and time has passed? In this powerful episode of Rev. Jocelyn Talks, Reverend Jocelyn sits down with Dr. Jennifer Davis, a Christian counselor with over 20+ years of experience, to uncover the real reasons healing gets stalled—and what actually hel...

From Pain to Purpose: How Coach Rosie Turned Pain Into Purpose & Built a Powerful Empire | Rev Jocelyn TalksDiscover the inspiring journey of Coach Rosie, a U.S. Air Force veteran, author, and empowerment leader, as she shares how she turned personal pain into purpose. From humble beginnings in Jamaica to navigating life’s storms, Rosie reveals the steps to rise above adversity and transform y...

The Secrets of Funding Revealed: How Katrina Fitton Built Wealth, Purpose, and Multiple Streams of Income. Struggle can break you or build you. In this conversation, Katrina Fitton shares how she went from losing her job, moving back into her childhood bedroom, and facing deep discouragement to stepping into her promised land, rebuilding her life, and discovering the power of multiple streams of i...

Episode 164: How God Heals Trauma and Turns Pain Into Purpose | Rev. Jocelyn TalksAre you hiding your pain, feeling ashamed, or unsure how God can use your story? In this episode of Rev. Jocelyn Talks, I share how I overcame domestic violence, shame, and emotional pain — and how God can use YOUR story to heal, inspire, and empower others. Learn practical steps for Christian trauma healing, how to...

For the first time, Rev. Jocelyn breaks her silence and shares a deeply personal narrative about domestic violence that will leave you breathless. This episode explores the suffocating silence that surrounds abuse—how shame become invisible chains, keeping victims trapped in their pain. She dismantles the dangerous misconception that abuse must leave physical marks to be valid, revealing how emoti...

Money trauma affects millions of people silently, often without them even recognizing the wounds they carry. These financial scars can stem from childhood experiences, sudden financial crises, or simply never being taught how to manage money properly. Many of us function with these wounds daily, making emotional decisions about money rather than informed ones, while shame keeps us isolated and pre...

Journaling often gets dismissed as just simply writing down random thoughts or making lists of daily events. But the truth is, it's one of the most powerful tools we have for mental health and spiritual growth. When you put pen to paper (or fingers to keyboard), you're not just recording memories—you're creating a sacred conversation with yourself and with God. By capturing your though...

Our childhood experiences shape us in profound ways, often setting the stage for our adult lives. Growing up in challenging environments can either become our excuse or our motivation to create something better. The journey from difficult beginnings to success isn't without obstacles, but it's possible to change one's life through resilience, faith, and surrounding yourself with the ri...

Ever notice how the way you start or end your day sets the tone for everything else? When the day begins in a rush or ends in chaos, it’s no wonder we feel off balance, anxious, or exhausted. The truth is, those first and last hours of the day matter more than we think. They’re quiet, powerful moments that can either drain us—or fill us up. And when we treat them with intention, our Morning and Ev...

Have you ever stopped to consider what true wealth really means? In our society, we often equate wealth solely with financial success, but there's so much more to being truly rich. True wealth encompasses our relationships with family and loved ones, our health (both physical and mental), our community connections, our spiritual foundation, and how we use our precious time. When we focus exclu...

Time is our most precious resource, yet we often treat it carelessly. When we reach the end of our journey, the start and end dates on our tombstone won't matter as much as the dash in between - that's where our life truly happens. How are you spending that dash? Are you investing your time wisely, or merely letting it slip away? Remember, we all have the same 24 hours in a day, but it&#39...

Addiction is a relentless force that can strip away everything you hold dear, regardless of its form. Whether it's drugs, alcohol, gambling, or even social media, the grip of addiction can consume your life, leaving you feeling isolated and hopeless. It doesn't discriminate, affecting people from all walks of life and often leading to devastating consequences. The impact of addiction exten...

When life's storms hit and you feel like everything is falling apart, it's easy to panic. But what if there was a way to find calm in the chaos? This episode explores how to navigate those turbulent waters when you're overwhelmed, offering practical wisdom and Bible verses for hard times that can anchor your soul. Join Rev. Jocelyn Jones in this heart-to-heart conversation as she share...