It’s Been a Journey Podcast

Are you free but still living with a captive mindset? In this powerful episode of the Holding Yourself Hostage series, we dive into “Comfortable in Captivity” — exploring why so many of us stay stuck in old mindsets, toxic relationships, and limiting beliefs. Drawing lessons from the Children of Israel and real-life experiences today, Shenelle reveals 8 powerful ways we’ve grown comfortable in cap...

In this powerful third episode of our Holding Yourself Hostage series, Shenelle Ball-Green breaks down the concept of an “Emotional Bail Bond” — how grief and shame act like invisible contracts keeping us on emotional probation. Using the Children of Israel as a powerful example, this episode explores how grief blinds our vision, shame silences our voice, and both create patterns that hold us host...

We’re celebrating 1 year of It’s Been a Journey 🎉 with the launch of our new series “Holding Yourself Hostage.” In Episode 1, Shenelle Ball-Green exposes the hidden “Egypt” of self-sabotage — the habits, thoughts, and cycles that keep us from freedom. Using powerful biblical insight and real-life examples, this episode helps you identify self-sabotage, understand why it happens, and discover how...

New Episode Alert! 🔥 “Friends, Foes, and Frenemies” — Join me on It’s Been a Journey as we dive into David’s life and uncover how his story mirrors our own. From loyal Jonathans, to foes like Goliath and Saul, to tricky Joabs who compromise us — we all face them. I even share how I had to give grace to mistresses who became foes, and how frenemies can pull us into situations that test our charact...

💔 When the Heart Overrules the Spirit: Unequally Yoked and Lovin’ It 💔 In this episode of It’s Been a Journey , Shenelle gets real about what happens when we say “yes” to a relationship God clearly said “no” to. From ignoring red flags to loving someone’s potential more than our own purpose, we explore why we stay, what it costs us, and how to realign with God’s will. This is a heart-to-heart fo...

In this powerful and emotionally raw episode of It’s Been a Journey , Apostle Dezra Hines opens up about her experience inside a cult disguised as a holiness church. Manipulated through twisted doctrine and pressured into an arranged and abusive marriage, she courageously shares how spiritual deception clouded her truth—until God pulled her out of darkness and into divine freedom. This episode she...

In this powerful episode of It’s Been a Journey , host Shenelle sits down with domestic violence survivor and advocate LaTrece Jones to share her courageous journey of escaping abuse and rebuilding her life. From emotional manipulation to financial control, LaTrece opens up about the hidden and unrecognizable forms of abuse many overlook. You’ll learn: 💔 The different types of domestic violence...

Danada Beckwith’s 100-Pound Transformation” Have you ever felt stuck in your own mind, battling self-doubt and struggling to believe change is possible? This week on It’s Been a Journey , I sit down with the incredible Danada Beckwith , a woman who refused to let obesity, low self-esteem, and fear define her future. Danada didn’t just lose over 100 pounds —she gained confidence, strength, and a re...

Conversation with Prophetess Stephanie Saunders Marriage can be one of the greatest blessings—and one of the hardest battles. In this heartfelt episode of It’s Been a Journey , host Shenelle sits down with Prophetess Stephanie Saunders to dive into Galatians 6:9 and explore what it really means to “not grow weary in well-doing” within marriage. Whether you're feeling unseen, underappreciated,...

What happens when love circles back at just the right time? In this heartfelt episode of It’s Been a Journey , host Shenelle sits down with First Lady Valerie Locust of Greater Destiny Ministries. Now an author, actress, podcast host of My Tea for the Week , and the visionary of the Prayer on the Go Facebook group, Valerie shares her powerful testimony of reuniting with her high school sweetheart—...

Journey of Faith and Overcoming Dyslexia n this powerful episode of It’s Been a Journey , host Shenelle sits down with Evangelist Sharonda Johnson , a woman of unwavering faith who turned her diagnosis of dyslexia into a platform of purpose. From struggling in school to boldly preaching and teaching the Word of God, Sharonda shares how she overcame the labels and found her identity in Christ. She...

In this powerful episode of It’s Been a Journey , host Shenelle sits down with Pastor, singer, and author Andrea Allen-Rush to unpack her soul-stirring story of addiction, healing, and divine redemption . Andrea shares her raw and honest journey—one that took her from the pulpit to the pigsty, and by God's grace, to the palace. Her book, From the Pulpit to the Pigsty to the Palace , is being s...

Guest: Apostle Charlie Saunders – The Flow Ministry Are you carrying the weight of past hurt? In this soul-stirring episode of It’s Been a Journey , I’m joined by Apostle Charlie Saunders as we unpack the true power of forgiveness and how it frees us from emotional, physical, and spiritual bondage. We explore: 🔹 What forgiveness really means (it’s deeper than just saying “I’m over it”) 🔹 10 sign...

Welcome back to 'It’s Been a Journey.' Today, we’re diving into something we’ve all experienced at some point in our lives: those moments when we play the fool—whether in life or in love. This episode will be an explain of how I play a fool even when know the truth. If you found this relatable or helpful, give it a like, drop a comment, and share it with someone who might need a reminder that they...

Ever feel like you're out here trying to save people who don’t even want to be saved? Welcome to Birth of a Supa Sava ! In this episode, we dive into the struggles of playing the hero, only to realize we’re the ones in need of rescuing. It’s about how we sometimes chase the idea of fixing others to fill our own voids, but spoiler alert: it never really works. Let's laugh through the pain a...

Welcome to "It's Been a Journey," where I dive into the deeply personal questions I had to face about the life I was living. In this first episode, I’ll take you through my reflections on childhood, self-perception, and hope—topics that shaped my healing process. As I share my story, I hope it sparks inspiration and insight for your own journey. So, grab your favorite tea, settle in,...

Welcome to "It's Been A Journey" Podcast. I will share my journey as well as the journey of my incredible guests, who've navigated life's up and down's with grace. Join me as we celebrate the beauty of grow, the power of perseverance, and the wisdom we have gain along the way. Follow on Facebook, TikTok, and IG