Your Morning Cup of Tea

We’ve already established that forgiveness isn’t just a nice idea. It’s necessary and required if we’re going to heal and live free. And thank God, the Bible is packed with examples of people who’ve wrestled with forgiveness and come out stronger on the other side. These stories are more than just Bible stories—they’re mirrors, showing us what’s possible when we decide to let go of pain and let Go...

A few weeks ago, I had a meeting with my executive coach. She asked me to help her revamp a graphic for her business, and I agreed. She shared it with me, and I had a revelation almost instantaneously. If you’re new here, we just finished wrapping up a series called Sistas Why Are We So M.A.D., an acronym for Mad, Angry, and Discouraged. We took months to identify the issues and work through the s...

As I was recording, it occurred to me that this makes EPISODE 20 of my podcast! 🥳How incredibly exciting, considering I only did this to give the women on my email list an alternative to reading the weekly blog. Who’s a proud woman? 🙋🏽‍♀️ Anywho, this is the last installment in our Sista Why Are You So M.A.D. series, and I want us to pause and be honest for a moment. What is stopping us from tr...

Hey! 😁We have reached the point in this series where it is time to focus on building and/or rebuilding the concept of sisterhood. That’s really what Living a Resurrected Life is all about. If you haven’t joined us over at the Living a Resurrected Life Facebook Community, we’d love to have you join us! And you don’t have to go searching for the link. Here you go: Living a Resurrected Life Facebook...

Can you believe we’ve made it through the entire Sister Why Are We SO M.A.D. series? If you’re new here but want to check out the previous blogs, you can actually listen to them in podcast form! Just click the link to this week’s episode above, and you will be given access . Up to this point in our series, we’ve focused on self-work, digging up the roots of why we are messy, angry, and discouraged...

Thanks for giving me some grace last week. Covid is still very real, and I’m still testing positive (sigh), but I don’t feel nearly as bad as I did! I hope you found something new by reading the blog I repurposed last week. I often see a new nugget or two when I return to something I previously read or wrote! But let’s get back to business. Today, I want to discuss some practical steps we can take...

WOMAN DOWN! If this week’s blog sounds familiar, that’s because it is. See, I went away to a conference for two weeks, and while I was doing my best NOT to get sick, as soon as I came home, the germs were like, “Welcome back! We’ve been waiting for you!” I don’t have the energy to write anything new, so I’m reaching back to one of my favorite blogs about being in the belly of a whale. I’ll be back...

Last week, we dealt with the roots of discouragement, and I hope you found some to dig up. I’ve had to start working on The Burden of Stereotypes and The Subtle Sting of Microaggressions. As a woman with a physical disability who is also married to a pastor, I often experience the above roots. There are many days when I want to stay home from church because I have neither the energy nor the streng...

Over the past few weeks, we’ve worked to dig up the roots of our messiness and anger. Now, we have arrived at the “D” in the acronym M.A.D. Have you ever found yourself sitting in a pew, surrounded by people and the warmth of fellowship, yet felt cold and detached? You're not alone. Many of us have experienced this icy grip of discouragement that creeps in, even in spaces where we’re supposed to f...

Last week, I gave you some homework, and I hope you at least considered it. For so many of us, me included, anger (and its first cousin, unforgiveness) is the emotion that carries the most significant risk. Unchecked, it can destroy families, marriages, relationships, and job opportunities and can block the blessings God is trying to get to us! So, it is helpful to know our triggers and be conscio...

Last week, we talked about three potential reasons why we, as women, are angry: Judgment and Hypocrisy, Gender Roles and Expectations , and Trauma and Unaddressed Abuse. This week, I want to discuss three more reasons: Lack of Support and Community, Spiritual Burnout, and Political and Theological Disagreements. And I’m giving you a homework assignment. Hey, once a teacher, always a teacher. 😁 Ge...

Feeling overwhelmed by anger or frustration? In this week's episode, we dive into the roots of our anger and explore practical steps to address them. From judgment and hypocrisy to gender roles and trauma, we discuss how faith and scripture can guide us toward healing and grace. We all have something (or someone) that gets under our skin and tempts us to act contrary to the Word of God, but, as yo...

This week, we’re going to lean into something that has been known to trip us all up from time to time. Ever had one of those days where it feels like the entire world is just out to get you? Heck, weeks, months, years! Like every small thing piles up until you’re ready to explode? Trust me, we’ve all been there. Anger is a natural emotion, but how we handle it can lead to either constructive or de...

So far, we’ve examined the roots of our messiness and the “WHY” behind them. It's been a ride, hasn't it? But now, let’s shift gears and focus on some practical solutions to combat our messiness and start living our best, God-filled lives. Check out my latest podcast episode for practical tips on collaboration, spiritual growth, and more. Also, I’d love for you to join our Facebook Community! Just...

So, last week, we looked at the roots of our messiness and asked God to reveal which root needed to be dug up or which one had done harm, and then we asked for some healing. I know for some people, this was a big ask. For one, it’s hard to hold the mirror up and look honestly at our own failings. For two, the pain inflicted on us by others may still be raw. Nevertheless, I hope you at least attemp...

Last week, I told you how I had the pleasure of facilitating a workshop on why women in the church are so M.A.D. (messy, angry, discouraged). Like I said last week, most, if not all, of us have had the unfortunate experience of going to church and feeling like it’s the last place we want to be. And in some cases, we’re the reason why other women feel this way. And while digging up the roots of our...

Recently, I had the pleasure of facilitating a workshop for a local church’s women’s conference on the theme Sistas! Why Are We So M.A.D. (messy, angry, discouraged)? I’m not gonna lie. I was excited to prepare the workshop, but I was also a little worried. Now, y’all know talking about any issues that women have with each other is risky. Talking about how these same issues manifest in the church...

Ever taken a scripture out of context? Ever wondered why context in scripture is so crucial? Join me as we learn why understanding the full story matters and how it can shape our faith. . Get full access to Living A Resurrected Life at drchantrise.substack.com/subscribe

Are you in the belly of a whale because you’re running from your calling? Don’t worry. You’re not alone. Discover how Jonah's story can inspire you to embrace your calling. Whether you want to or not. . Get full access to Living A Resurrected Life at drchantrise.substack.com/subscribe

Are you struggling to find peace in your daily life? Join Chantrise Holliman in this week's episode as she explores how biblical wisdom can help us embrace tranquility even in the midst of chaos. Listen now and be inspired! Get full access to Living A Resurrected Life at drchantrise.substack.com/subscribe

Feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges? In our latest episode of The Morning Tea, we explore the transformative power of community and intentional relationships. Guided by the timeless wisdom of Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 and Proverbs 27:17, we uncover how having a strong support network can make all the difference in the world. Get full access to Living A Resurrected Life at drchantrise.substack.com/s...

In need of a friendship check-up? 🤔 Are your friends lifting you up or bringing you down? Tune into my newest podcast episode for some perspective on choosing your BVC - Beyond the Veil Crew. Listen now for some biblical wisdom to help you discern who truly belongs in your innermost circle. Get full access to Living A Resurrected Life at drchantrise.substack.com/subscribe