The BBU Podcast is a weekly podcast that teaches purposeful women how to be uncompromising in their faith, business, and total life success with God as the CEO. Get ready to be empowered, emboldened, and receive divine strategy to fulfill God’s plan for your life and business. Your host + sister in Christ and success, Tatum Temia Ayomike, is an award-winning entrepreneur, executive producer, author and devoted Christian who has committed her life to help women bridge the gap between faith and business. Her impact as the CEO of Anchored Media includes a global reach of millions of listeners across 75+ produced podcast shows in just 2 years. Through her personal brand, Tatum has cultivated a community of businesswomen who give God full authority to use their business as a vessel for the Kingdom. Using the word of God as her platform, Tatum&#39;s prayer journal and published books offer instrumental guidance to ‘boss up’ in any entrepreneurial venture. Tatum has been featured in several magazines and publications and has been named as a Top 30 under 30 in the Washington, DC area.

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What if you know the Bible, understand theology, pray, and genuinely love God, but still feel distant from Him?In this episode of Blessed and Bossed Up, Tatum continues her conversation with Dr. Sharla about the high-achieving Christian woman who may know a lot about God intellectually but struggles with vulnerability, prayer, and trusting God relationally.As part of the Search Bar Sessions, they unpack:<ul><li>Why knowing Bible theology doesn&#39;t always make you feel close to God</li><li>How perfectionism and self-correction can interfere with vulnerability</li><li>How to quiet an overactive mind during prayer</li><li>Why your relationship with God can look different in different seasons</li><li>How to integrate faith into your everyday life</li><li>How social media and what you consume can affect your spiritual life</li><li>How to move from intellectual faith to experiential faith</li><li>How to trust God when you don&#39;t know the outcome</li><li>The ABI framework for trust: Ability, Benevolence, and Integrity</li></ul> If you&#39;ve ever wondered, &#34;Why do I know so much about God but still feel far from Him?&#34;, this conversation will challenge you to move beyond simply knowing about God and toward experiencing, trusting, and being vulnerable with Him.In this episode: Christian faith, trusting God, relationship with God, prayer, Bible study, spiritual growth, Christian women, high-achieving women, vulnerability with God, and overcoming overthinking. Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out BreezeMeds and use my code BLESSED for a great deal: https://www.breezemeds.com * Check out IXL and use my code ixl.com/TODAY for a great deal: https://www.ixl.com * Check out NetSuite and use my code netsuite.ai/blessed for a great deal: https://www.netsuite.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Why You Feel Far From God Even Though You Know the Bible

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What happens when the same qualities that helped you become successful start shaping the way you approach your relationship with God?In this episode of Blessed and Bossed Up, Tatum sits down with Dr. Sharla Walker for a deeply candid conversation about high-achieving Christian women, intellectualism, perfectionism, spiritual growth, and learning to live from a place of salvation rather than survival.This conversation is especially for the woman who loves God, reads her Bible, serves in church, leads well, and knows the language of faith, but may still be wondering: Why do I know so much about God but still struggle to let His truth transform the way I live?Tatum and Sharla explore what it means to move beyond simply knowing Scripture and into genuine spiritual transformation. They discuss why intellectually gifted and high-achieving women may need a different level of discipleship, how to steward your intellect without allowing it to become self-sufficiency, and why being smart is not the problem. The question is whether your intellect is surrendered to God.They also unpack the difference between healing and recovery. Understanding where your perfectionism, people-pleasing, hypervigilance, or intellectualization came from is important, but what happens after you understand it? How do you learn to function, build relationships, experience joy, and live fully again?This episode also challenges the pressure Christian women often feel to organize their lives around individual roles and desires, whether that&#39;s becoming a wife, preparing for motherhood, building a business, or achieving a particular level of success. Instead, Tatum and Sharla discuss the importance of becoming whole, remaining curious, exercising restraint, and allowing God to determine where your gifts belong in each season.<h2>In This Episode</h2><ul><li>Why high-achieving Christian women can become highly skilled at the behaviors of faith without experiencing deep transformation</li><li>The difference between knowing Scripture and allowing Scripture to transform your life</li><li>Why gifted and intellectually inclined Christians may need a different level of discipleship</li><li>How Daniel demonstrates that intellect, wisdom, and faith can coexist</li><li>How to surrender your intellect to God without diminishing your intelligence</li><li>Why church preferences can sometimes become a barrier to spiritual growth</li><li>How to remain teachable when a sermon or teaching feels too basic</li><li>The difference between church culture and biblical standards</li><li>Christian perfectionism and the difference between excellence and perfection</li><li>How people-pleasing and perfectionism can develop as survival mechanisms</li><li>What it means to stop living in survival mode after experiencing salvation</li><li>The difference between healing and recovery</li><li>Why understanding your trauma is not the same as learning how to live after it</li><li>How boundaries can become barriers when we don&#39;t learn vulnerability and discretion</li><li>Why Christian women don&#39;t need to define entire seasons of life by marriage or motherhood</li><li>The danger of attaching the weight of our desires to individual decisions</li><li>Why restraint is an important discipline for high achievers</li><li>Learning the difference between what you can do and what God is actually calling you to do</li><li>How to recognize when overwhelm may be an invitation to pause and recalibrate</li><li>The difference between participating with God and intellectualizing your way around difficult experiences</li><li>Why sensitivity and vulnerability are part of experiencing the fullness of life with God</li><li>How to use your gifts for God&#39;s glory without allowing your gifts to become your identity</li></ul><h2>A Question to Consider</h2>Are you using the same strategies that helped you survive to navigate a life God has already rescued you to live?You don&#39;t have to become less intelligent, less ambitious, less excellent, or less gifted. The invitation may be to learn how to surrender those gifts, receive God&#39;s boundaries, exercise restraint, and allow Him to determine where your greatness belongs.This is Part 1 of the conversation with Dr. Sharla Walker. Part 2 continues the conversation through questions that high-achieving Christian women are actively asking and searching for answers to. Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out BreezeMeds and use my code BLESSED for a great deal: https://www.breezemeds.com * Check out IXL and use my code ixl.com/TODAY for a great deal: https://www.ixl.com * Check out NetSuite and use my code netsuite.ai/blessed for a great deal: https://www.netsuite.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

When High Achievement Meets Faith: Perfectionism, Intellect, and Surrendering Your Gifts to God

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In this Search Bar Session, Tatum answers three questions about building a business and life with God at the center:<ul><li>How should you pray over your business? Learn why specific, Spirit-led prayer is more powerful than simply asking God for the outcome you want.</li><li>How do you build authority online without chasing vanity metrics? Tatum breaks down how to identify your strongest communication style, understand how your audience engages, and strategically choose the platforms that actually matter.</li><li>How do you maintain quiet time with God when life is full? Discover why quiet time is more than a physical location and how cultivating an internal posture of submission and sensitivity can keep you connected to God throughout a busy day.</li></ul>This episode is a reminder that building with God isn&#39;t about doing more. It&#39;s about being sensitive enough to hear Him, strategic enough to act on what He&#39;s saying, and surrendered enough to let His will shape the outcome. Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out BreezeMeds and use my code BLESSED for a great deal: https://www.breezemeds.com * Check out IXL and use my code ixl.com/TODAY for a great deal: https://www.ixl.com * Check out NetSuite and use my code netsuite.ai/blessed for a great deal: https://www.netsuite.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

How to Pray Over Your Business, Build Online Authority & Stay Close to God When You’re Busy

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Should Christian business owners use AI? Is personal branding self-centered? And how do you sell high-ticket offers without feeling manipulative?In this episode of Blessed and Bossed Up, Tatum answers the questions Christian entrepreneurs are actively searching for online—from using AI and automation with discernment to building a personal brand, charging premium prices, and closing sales with integrity.Tatum breaks down how to:<ul><li>Use AI and automation without abandoning discernment</li><li>Build a personal brand without making your life the product</li><li>Position yourself as a thought leader</li><li>Justify premium pricing with real value and results</li><li>Validate your offers before selling them at full price</li><li>Create a sales process that feels genuine—not manipulative</li><li>Use technology to increase efficiency while keeping the human connection</li></ul>This episode kicks off Search Bar Sessions, a new series where Tatum answers the questions her audience—and the internet—are actively searching for answers to at the intersection of faith, business, technology, and entrepreneurship.If you&#39;re a Christian entrepreneur trying to grow your business while keeping God at the center, this conversation is for you. Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out BreezeMeds and use my code BLESSED for a great deal: https://www.breezemeds.com * Check out IXL and use my code ixl.com/TODAY for a great deal: https://www.ixl.com * Check out NetSuite and use my code netsuite.ai/blessed for a great deal: https://www.netsuite.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Should Christians Use AI in Business? Personal Branding, Pricing & Selling Without Manipulation | Search Bar Sessions

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<h2>Part 2</h2>What do we do when we’re waiting on God and don’t know whether His answer will be yes or no?In Part 2 of this conversation, we explore what it looks like to keep hoping and trusting God while we wait. Tatum shares the story of Hannah, the danger of deferred hope, and the importance of remembering God’s track record in our lives.She also shares a special testimony about leading her six-year-old son to Christ and how his simple understanding of the gospel reminded her of what it means to keep our faith focused on who God is—not just what He can do.<h3>In this episode:</h3><ul><li>Why we shouldn’t stop hoping to protect ourselves from disappointment</li><li>What Hannah teaches us about praying with faith</li><li>How to keep track of God’s answered prayers</li><li>Finding contentment in the things God didn’t give us</li><li>Shifting from “What if God says no?” to “What if God says yes?”</li><li>Why our hope ultimately has to rest in who God is</li></ul>Scripture: 1 Samuel 1, Proverbs 13:12, Matthew 26:39, Romans 5:1–11<h3>This week’s challenge:</h3>Make two lists:<ol><li>Desires God has fulfilled</li><li>Desires God didn’t fulfill that ultimately worked out for your good</li></ol>Use both lists to strengthen your faith, contentment, and hope while you wait. Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out BreezeMeds and use my code BLESSED for a great deal: https://www.breezemeds.com * Check out IXL and use my code ixl.com/TODAY for a great deal: https://www.ixl.com * Check out NetSuite and use my code netsuite.ai/blessed for a great deal: https://www.netsuite.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

God Is Able, But What If He Says Yes?

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What do you do when you have a deep desire, you know God is fully able to give it to you, but you also understand that He may say no?In Part 1 of this powerful conversation, Tatum creates space for an honest conversation about faith, hope, and the desires of our hearts. How do you continue believing for healing, marriage, children, business success, restoration, or any other desire when God never explicitly promised that specific outcome?This episode is a reminder that mature faith does not mean pretending you do not care about the outcome. It means bringing your real desires, fears, questions, and hopes to God while trusting Him enough to surrender to His will. Through examples from Scripture—including the Hebrew boys, Moses, David, Paul, and Jesus—Tatum explores what it means to believe that God is able, and still trust Him if the answer is no.If you have ever found yourself wondering where your faith should land when you know the outcome is uncertain, this conversation is for you. Be encouraged: you do not have to deny what you deeply desire in order to have faith. You can ask boldly, hope fully, pray honestly, and still say, “Nevertheless, not my will, but Yours be done.”This is Part 1 of a two-part conversation. Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out BreezeMeds and use my code BLESSED for a great deal: https://www.breezemeds.com * Check out IXL and use my code ixl.com/TODAY for a great deal: https://www.ixl.com * Check out NetSuite and use my code netsuite.ai/blessed for a great deal: https://www.netsuite.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

God Is Able… But What If He Says No?

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In this episode of Blessed + Bossed Up, Tatum reflects on her first year of law school and shares what God has taught her about navigating a non-traditional path. From balancing marriage, motherhood, entrepreneurship, and legal education to overcoming imposter syndrome and comparison, she offers honest encouragement for anyone whose journey doesn&#39;t fit the expected timeline.Whether you&#39;re returning to school, changing careers, starting over, waiting on God&#39;s promises, or stepping into unfamiliar territory, this conversation is a reminder that God often works through unconventional paths to accomplish extraordinary purpose.In this episode, Tatum discusses:<ul><li>What it means to live a non-traditional life</li><li>Lessons learned from her first year of law school</li><li>Overcoming imposter syndrome and comparison</li><li>How previous life experiences become unexpected advantages</li><li>Biblical examples of God using unconventional people and timelines</li><li>Practical encouragement for embracing God&#39;s timing and purpose</li></ul>Key Scriptures<ul><li>Isaiah 53</li><li>Romans 8:28</li><li>2 Corinthians 12:9</li><li>Hebrews 11</li></ul>If this episode encouraged you, share it with someone who needs the reminder that God&#39;s plan is never limited by a traditional timeline. Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out BreezeMeds and use my code BLESSED for a great deal: https://www.breezemeds.com * Check out IXL and use my code ixl.com/TODAY for a great deal: https://www.ixl.com * Check out NetSuite and use my code netsuite.ai/blessed for a great deal: https://www.netsuite.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

God's Unconventional Path: The Advantage of Being Non-Traditional

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Tatum reminds you to prioritize the 7 guardrails discussed in the last episode to protect your relationship with God as you build for His glory. Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out BreezeMeds and use my code BLESSED for a great deal: https://www.breezemeds.com * Check out IXL and use my code ixl.com/TODAY for a great deal: https://www.ixl.com * Check out NetSuite and use my code netsuite.ai/blessed for a great deal: https://www.netsuite.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

A Little Nudge

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Tatum opens up about a season where the demands of ministry, business, and family started to make her relationship with God feel transactional instead of relational. Drawing on personal testimony, research on dual-role relationships and boundary theory, and Scripture (Revelation 2:2–5, Matthew 7:21–23), she unpacks why this shift happens to those called to &#34;do business God&#39;s way&#34; — and shares seven practical guardrails to protect intimacy with God while still walking in purpose.<h2>Key Topics</h2><ul><li>Why partnering with God in work can slowly turn relational closeness into a transactional exchange</li><li>Lessons from organizational psychology: role conflict, dual-role relationships, and boundary theory</li><li>A real-life example of healthy boundaries in a business partnership (Anchored Media Studios)</li><li>Revelation 2:2–5 — the warning to the church in Ephesus about losing &#34;first love&#34;</li><li>Matthew 7:21–23 — good works without true relationship</li></ul><h2>7 Guardrails to Protect Your Closeness with God</h2><ol><li>Quiet time, no work allowed — protected time with God that isn&#39;t about output</li><li>Get involved in in-person community — find an accountability partner</li><li>Serve in ministry outside your professional skill set</li><li>Practice the Sabbath</li><li>Fast regularly — without asking for anything</li><li>Worship without asking for anything (try 30 minutes a day)</li><li>Keep a &#34;God ideas&#34; journal — capture downloads without acting on them immediately</li></ol><h2>Scripture Referenced</h2><ul><li>Revelation 2:2–5</li><li>Matthew 7:21–23</li></ul> Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out BreezeMeds and use my code BLESSED for a great deal: https://www.breezemeds.com * Check out IXL and use my code ixl.com/TODAY for a great deal: https://www.ixl.com * Check out NetSuite and use my code netsuite.ai/blessed for a great deal: https://www.netsuite.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Protecting Your Relationship with God While Building His Vision

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Tatum is currently under the weather and wanted to send you this reminder to disrupt well. --Welcome back to another installment of our Bible on Business series! In today’s episode, we dive into the powerful message that Kingdom Entrepreneurs are Disruptors. Through the example of Apostle Paul in Ephesus (Acts 19:23-32), we explore how true kingdom businesses inevitably challenge cultural and economic norms, much like Paul’s ministry did against idolatry and occultic practices in Ephesus.Episode Highlights:<ul><li>The Disruptive Impact of Kingdom Businesses</li><li>Paul’s ministry in Ephesus created an economic and spiritual ripple effect, revealing the clash between kingdom values and societal idols like greed, idolatry, and exploitation. As kingdom entrepreneurs, we must be prepared to face similar resistance when operating with integrity and purpose.</li><li>The Inevitable “Riot”</li><li>Just as Paul’s ministry sparked a riot, modern kingdom businesses often challenge norms that are deeply embedded in the business world. From hustle culture to manipulative marketing, today’s entrepreneurs are called to disrupt these standards, knowing that resistance is part of the journey.</li><li>Building Businesses with Integrity and Impact</li><li>Tatum shares practical tips for maintaining purity in business, including transparent pricing, prioritizing purpose over profit, and incorporating charity. By staying rooted in prayer, relying on community support, and being intentional about leaving a legacy that glorifies God rather than self, entrepreneurs can build resilient, kingdom-focused businesses.</li></ul>Key Takeaways for Disruptive Kingdom Entrepreneurship:<ol><li>Transparent Pricing and Practices – Build trust by being open about materials, sources, and policies that prioritize integrity.</li><li>Prioritize Purpose Over Profit – Support charitable causes or community initiatives, demonstrating that the kingdom purpose is greater than the bottom line.</li><li>Root Yourself in Prayer and Community – Prayer and community are essential for navigating the challenges of disrupting worldly systems.</li><li>Ensure a Legacy of Faith, Not Fame – Aim to leave a Christ-centered legacy by putting Christ at the center of all business activities.</li></ol>Scripture Reference:<ul><li>Acts 19:23-32 – Paul’s ministry in Ephesus and the disruptive impact it had on a society steeped in idolatry.</li></ul>Tatum encourages listeners to embrace the reality that as kingdom entrepreneurs, they’re called to disrupt the status quo. With wisdom from Paul’s journey and practical tips, this episode empowers listeners to courageously confront opposition, build ethically, and leave a lasting impact that glorifies God.Don&#39;t Forget: If this podcast has blessed you, leave us a 5-star review and share with friends, family, or colleagues who might be encouraged by these insights. Your support helps us spread the message and empower more entrepreneurs to make God the CEO of their businesses. Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out BreezeMeds and use my code BLESSED for a great deal: https://www.breezemeds.com * Check out IXL and use my code ixl.com/TODAY for a great deal: https://www.ixl.com * Check out NetSuite and use my code netsuite.ai/blessed for a great deal: https://www.netsuite.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Your Reminder to Disrupt Well

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Wrapping up the Ruthless Elimination of Hurry book club, Tatum shifts into a candid, personal conversation about the difference between genuine trust in God and avoidance dressed up as spirituality. Drawing from psychology, Scripture, and her own experience praying through her grandmother&#39;s stage-four cancer diagnosis, she unpacks how Christians — especially high-achieving entrepreneurs — often mistake &#34;rushing to joy&#34; for faith when it&#39;s really a defense mechanism keeping them from real intimacy with God.<h2>What&#39;s Covered</h2><ul><li>A book club update: The group has finished The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry and is moving toward a business-focused pick next, with Great CEOs Are Lazy under consideration as a way to explore building a business from sustainability rather than hustle culture.</li><li>The spiritualizing of avoidance: Why avoidance is one of the most socially acceptable defense mechanisms in Christian culture, often hiding behind phrases like &#34;God&#39;s got me&#34; or &#34;I&#39;m not sad, the joy of the Lord is my strength.&#34;</li><li>A personal story: How Tatum navigated her grandmother&#39;s 90-day cancer prognosis, the shift in her prayers from demanding a specific outcome to surrendering the outcome entirely, and what that taught her about the difference between avoidance and trust.</li><li>The psychology of avoidance: A look at &#34;experiential avoidance&#34; — the attempt to escape or numb uncomfortable emotions — and the research linking it to anxiety, depression, and other forms of psychological distress.</li><li>Avoidance in entrepreneurship: How uncertainty, a core ingredient of faith, gets treated as a threat — leading business owners to quietly override God&#39;s specific instructions with their own &#34;safer,&#34; more marketable plans.</li><li>Root causes of avoidance: Fear, shame, the desire for control, and unprocessed pain, and how each shows up in decision-making, dating, finances, and launching a business.</li><li>Signs you&#39;re avoiding rather than trusting: Refusing to face the worst-case scenario, and praying only for a fix rather than for comfort and wisdom.</li><li>A practical reframe: The question Tatum returns to again and again — both for herself and for others — &#34;Do you have to do anything?&#34;</li></ul><h2>Key Takeaways</h2><ul><li>Avoidance offers temporary relief but blocks growth, resilience, and closeness with God; trust requires sitting with the discomfort instead of rushing past it.</li><li>Faith is not the absence of uncertainty — uncertainty is built into the definition of faith itself.</li><li>Facing a worst-case scenario isn&#39;t inviting it to happen; it&#39;s being honest about what&#39;s driving your emotions so you can bring it to God fully.</li><li>Disappointment and trust can coexist. Being able to feel disappointed while still saying &#34;not my will, but yours&#34; is a marker of spiritual maturity, not a lack of faith.</li><li>Avoidance often looks like wisdom, planning, and having it all together — which is exactly why it goes unchecked in high achievers.</li></ul> Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out BreezeMeds and use my code BLESSED for a great deal: https://www.breezemeds.com * Check out IXL and use my code ixl.com/TODAY for a great deal: https://www.ixl.com * Check out NetSuite and use my code netsuite.ai/blessed for a great deal: https://www.netsuite.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Trust vs. Avoidance: How Christians Confuse Spiritual Bypassing with Faith

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This episode wraps up the book club discussion of The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry with the remaining ten practices for slowing down, plus a personal, unscripted reflection on trusting God through uncertainty.The episode opens with a raw moment about navigating law school as a non-traditional student, including a candid conversation with God about wanting to see the bigger picture before feeling secure in obedience. The takeaway: God often withholds the full plan on purpose, not to withhold comfort, but to keep us dependent on Him rather than on our own self-sufficiency.From there, the conversation returns to the list of 20 practices for slowing down, picking up at number 11 and continuing through number 20. Topics include setting boundaries around email and social media, the debate over cutting out television entirely, the case for single-tasking over multitasking, taking a regular day of silence and solitude, journaling, mindfulness and meditation through a Christian lens, taking real vacations, and the value of slowing down around food, whether that means cooking at home or being intentional while eating out.The episode closes out the book club pick with a reflection on the book&#39;s epilogue and an open question about what to read next.Key Highlights<ul><li>A personal reflection on asking God for the &#34;big picture&#34; and what He said in response</li><li>Why God sometimes keeps the full plan hidden, even when you are being obedient</li><li>Practices 11 through 20 for slowing down, including thoughts on which ones felt useful and which felt overly rigid</li><li>A respectful disagreement with the author&#39;s stance on cutting out TV entirely</li><li>Why single-tasking, not multitasking, is the one non-negotiable on the list</li><li>The value of a monthly day of silence and solitude, and a smaller, more realistic version of it</li><li>Mindfulness and meditation reframed through scripture rather than secular practice</li><li>Closing thoughts on the book&#39;s epilogue and an open call for the next book club pick</li></ul> Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out BreezeMeds and use my code BLESSED for a great deal: https://www.breezemeds.com * Check out IXL and use my code ixl.com/TODAY for a great deal: https://www.ixl.com * Check out NetSuite and use my code netsuite.ai/blessed for a great deal: https://www.netsuite.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Why God Won't Show You the Whole Plan (And Why That's a Good Thing)

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This episode wraps up the discussion on simplicity and moves into the fourth and final practice of unhurried living: slowing. Before diving in, the episode opens with a personal reflection on what it looked like to actually live this out — a season of downsizing a business, laying off a team, and trusting God&#39;s call to slow down even when it made no practical sense.From there, the conversation shifts to contentment — specifically the way Paul uses &#34;I can do all things through Christ&#34; in Philippians, not as a battle cry for achievement, but as a testimony about being at peace in any circumstance. Contentment is framed not as the absence of ambition, but as the ability to hold desire without striving — checking with God before chasing the next opportunity rather than figuring it out on your own.The episode then moves into the author&#39;s 20 practical tips for slowing down, covering the first ten. The list centers heavily on driving habits and phone use — driving the speed limit, arriving early without your phone, and intentionally creating a &#34;dumb phone&#34; experience by removing notifications, social media, and email. Several tips are reflected on personally, including changes made to phone settings after reading the chapter.Key Highlights<ul><li>What it actually looked like to obey God&#39;s call to slow down in the middle of a business crisis</li><li>The difference between toxic ambition and healthy drive — and how healing changes what you are chasing and why</li><li>Contentment as restraint, not passivity — wanting more while still being at peace with where you are</li><li>Reading Ecclesiastes as a practical starting point for anyone who wants to pray for contentment</li><li>The first 10 of 20 practical tips for slowing down, with honest reactions to each</li><li>A personal phone audit — which notifications stayed, which were deleted, and why</li></ul> <h2>Products Available — Moving Sale!</h2>Tatum is moving and has a limited number of physical resources available for just $5 each (+ shipping — total order stays under $10). Once they&#39;re gone, they&#39;re gone!Available now:<ul><li>GOD is My CEO: A Prayer Journal for Entrepreneurs (Limited Edition — gold spiral binding, hardcover, full-color, tabbed) 👉🏾 https://youtu.be/hlsLhd-AVdk</li><li>Podcast Planner (Physical planner with everything Tatum has learned from 9+ years of podcasting and helping 150+ people launch) 👉🏾 https://youtu.be/bfpY3zdG9aA</li><li>She Is Uncompromising (The book — includes access to a bonus masterclass)</li></ul> 👉🏾 https://www.blessedandbossedup.com/shop Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out BreezeMeds and use my code BLESSED for a great deal: https://www.breezemeds.com * Check out IXL and use my code ixl.com/TODAY for a great deal: https://www.ixl.com * Check out NetSuite and use my code netsuite.ai/blessed for a great deal: https://www.netsuite.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

How to Be Ambitious and Content at the Same Time as a Christian Entrepreneur

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In this episode, we continue our discussion of John Mark Comer&#39;s book The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry, picking up with his chapter on simplicity and money.Episode OverviewThis episode covers Comer&#39;s chapter on simplicity, including his take on Jesus&#39; teachings about money, the practice of minimalism, and 12 principles for simpler living. The episode also includes a running critique of where the author&#39;s analysis of wealth falls short.Key Discussion PointsOn Jesus and moneyComer argues that roughly 25% of Jesus&#39; teachings address money and possessions, and that nearly none of them are positive toward wealth accumulation. He connects three short teachings from Matthew 6 — on storing treasures in heaven, the lamp of the body, and serving two masters — to one long teaching on worry, making the case that what we worship, we worry about.The episode pushes back on this framing. Jesus&#39; statements like &#34;it is more blessed to give than to receive&#34; and &#34;you cannot serve both God and money&#34; are not condemnations of wealth itself. They are observations about the condition of the heart. Money funds generosity, finances kingdom work, and creates the margin to serve others well. The issue is not wealth but what wealth does to a person&#39;s heart when it becomes their source of identity or security.A personal example: being a landlord to a tenant facing breast cancer and financial hardship. Having financial margin allowed for grace — accepting late or partial payments, covering the mortgage independently — in a way that would not have been possible otherwise. That is wealth functioning as a tool for kingdom living.On the author&#39;s frameworkComer eventually acknowledges the tension — noting that Jesus was supported by wealthy donors, had disciples manage a budget, and shared meals with rich friends — but does not spend enough time there. The scriptures he cites actually contain the nuance he underexplores. When someone uses scripture primarily to validate a point already formed, rather than letting scripture shape the point, it is worth noticing. That pattern reveals a lot about how a person is operating, even if unintentionally.What minimalism actually is (and is not)Comer offers several clarifications:It is not a design aesthetic or a style preference.It is not poverty or living without enjoyment.It is not organizing your stuff — if you have so much that it requires organizing, labeling, and boxing, you likely have too much. Minimalism is the intentional promotion of what you value most and the removal of what distracts from it. It applies not just to possessions but to time, mental load, and the condition of the heart. Hurry is not only a physical state — it is a condition of the mind. Comer&#39;s 12 Principles for Simple Living Before buying, consider the true cost — maintenance, time, insurance, and what it will do to the pace of your life.Before buying, ask whether the purchase harms the poor or the earth. The garment industry is a direct example: in the 1960s, 95% of American clothing was made in the U.S.; today it is 2%, often produced under exploitative conditions.(Covered within principle 2 — the ethics of globalized manufacturing.)When you do buy, opt for fewer, better things. Buy it once.When you can, share. Community and the sharing economy reduce the need to own.Get into the habit of giving things away. Generosity is both practical and life-giving. Personal example: passing along baby clothes and supplies within community, and using the school&#39;s used uniform shop to outfit a child for a fraction of retail cost.Live by a budget. In a culture that glorifies frivolous spending, budgeting is a form of good stewardship. Enjoyment belongs in the budget — but so does discipline.Learn to enjoy things without owning them. Parks, libraries, coffee shops, and natural spaces are available to everyone.Cultivate a deep appreciation for creation.Cultivate a deep appreciation for simple pleasures.Recognize advertising for what it is. (Partial disagreement here: advertising is not propaganda or lying — there are laws against false advertising. The more accurate takeaway is to be intentional about not purchasing what you do not actually need.)Lead a cheerful revolt against materialism. Actively and joyfully reject the pull toward accumulation.Scripture ReferencedMatthew 6 (Sermon on the Mount — storing treasures, the lamp of the body, serving two masters, and do not worry)1 Timothy 6:17-19 (Paul&#39;s command to the rich in Ephesus)Connect and ShareLeave a comment on Spotify, share this episode, or send an email with your thoughts — especially your perspective on the critique of how wealth and money were framed throughout this chapter.<h2>Products Available — Moving Sale!</h2>Tatum is moving and has a limited number of physical resources available for just $5 each (+ shipping — total order stays under $10). 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Money and Minimalism

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In this episode, we continue our journey through The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer, diving into the third principle of unhurried living: simplicity. Before getting into the chapter, there is a quick reminder about the moving sale — physical copies of the God Is My CEO Prayer Journal, the podcast planner, and She Is Uncompromising are still available for just $5 each plus shipping. Orders of 10 or more ship free. Links are in the show notes.The episode opens with a reflection on Sabbath practices from last week&#39;s discussion, including a practical tip for using AI tools like ChatGPT or Claude to generate hobby ideas that align with rest and worship — not work. From floral arranging to crafting custom tea blends, the goal is finding activities that slow you down and reconnect you with the beauty of God&#39;s creation.The heart of the episode centers on what the author calls the &#34;gospel of America&#34; — the cultural belief that life&#39;s meaning is found in accumulation and consumption. Drawing on Jesus&#39; own words about wealth, greed, and the deceitfulness of riches, listeners are challenged to honestly examine whether they would follow God even if success never looked the way they envisioned. The episode also takes a critical look at the history of American consumerism, the rise of lifestyle marketing and influencer culture, and the very real spiritual danger of allowing things — cars, clothes, brands, and clout — to become identity markers.A Princeton study by Kahneman and Deaton, originally placing the happiness income threshold at $75,000 (approximately $108,500 in today&#39;s dollars), sparks a candid pushback: money is not the problem when it is used to buy freedom, experiences, and time rather than stuff. The episode challenges the author&#39;s framing while affirming his core point — the relentless accumulation of things accelerates hurry and pulls us away from the unhurried life Jesus modeled.The episode wraps before the chapter&#39;s 12 practical tips on simplicity, which will be covered in the next episode.Key Highlights<ul><li>Moving sale is still active — prayer journals, podcast planner, and more available for $5 each; orders of 10 or more ship free</li><li>Using AI tools to brainstorm Sabbath-friendly hobbies that cannot be turned into a business</li><li>The &#34;gospel of America&#34; — how consumerism has replaced religion as the dominant system of meaning in Western culture</li><li>A hard introspective question: would you still follow God if your business never produced the results on your vision board?</li><li>The history of how corporate America deliberately engineered a culture of consumption after World War II</li><li>A challenge to Christian content creators who promote products to examine whether that activity contributes to consumerism</li><li>The $75,000 happiness study — published in 2010, equivalent to roughly $108,500 today — and why a fixed happiness ceiling is worth questioning</li><li>The distinction between spending money on stuff versus spending money on freedom, time, and experiences</li><li>Next episode: the remaining half of the simplicity chapter, including 12 practical tips from the author</li></ul> <h2>Products Available — Moving Sale!</h2>Tatum is moving and has a limited number of physical resources available for just $5 each (+ shipping — total order stays under $10). Once they&#39;re gone, they&#39;re gone!Available now:<ul><li>GOD is My CEO: A Prayer Journal for Entrepreneurs (Limited Edition — gold spiral binding, hardcover, full-color, tabbed) 👉🏾 https://youtu.be/hlsLhd-AVdk</li><li>Podcast Planner (Physical planner with everything Tatum has learned from 9+ years of podcasting and helping 150+ people launch) 👉🏾 https://youtu.be/bfpY3zdG9aA</li><li>She Is Uncompromising (The book — includes access to a bonus masterclass)</li></ul> 👉🏾 https://www.blessedandbossedup.com/shop Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out BreezeMeds and use my code BLESSED for a great deal: https://www.breezemeds.com * Check out IXL and use my code ixl.com/TODAY for a great deal: https://www.ixl.com * Check out NetSuite and use my code netsuite.ai/blessed for a great deal: https://www.netsuite.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

How Simplicity Can Free You From Hurry

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We&#39;re continuing our book club series on The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer, and this week we&#39;re diving into Part Three — the how of living an unhurried life. After covering silence and solitude last episode, today we go deep on one of the most underrated and underused spiritual practices in Christian spaces: the Sabbath.But first — Tatum shares a raw and beautiful testimony from her quiet time this week, a moment on the floor in her daughter&#39;s room that turned into a soul-restoring encounter with the Father. She also gets real about a revelation she received for Christian entrepreneurs: the difference between your working relationship with God and your personal relationship with Him — and why both matter.<h2>In This Episode</h2><ul><li>Testimony: What happened when Tatum lay on the floor, didn&#39;t know what to pray, and started speaking in tongues — and why she bawled her eyes out</li><li>The working relationship vs. the personal relationship with God — a word for veteran Christian entrepreneurs who have the rhythm down but may be missing the closeness</li><li>The YouTube plan she shelved — and why she chose the Father over the plan</li><li>What is the Sabbath? The Hebrew meaning of Shabbat (to stop) and why God built this rhythm into the DNA of creation</li><li>Desire, restlessness, and the digital age — how advertising monetizes our restlessness and why only God can satisfy infinite desire</li><li>What happens to your mind, body, and soul when you fight the Sabbath rhythm — including what happened in France when they tried a 10-day work week</li><li>The statistics: Why Seventh-Day Adventists live 10 years longer than the average American</li><li>Two lists: Restfulness vs. Relentlessness — which one describes your life right now?</li><li>Practical tips for busy bodies who struggle with the &#34;in-between&#34; of rest — including how Tatum&#39;s Friday grocery habit accidentally created a more restful weekend</li><li>What the Sabbath actually looks like — the author&#39;s family practice and how to find what works for yours</li><li>Working from rest, not for rest — and why the Sabbath is the climax of the week, not just a break in it</li><li>Next episode: Simplicity</li></ul><h2> </h2><h2>Key Quote</h2><blockquote>&#34;The Sabbath isn&#39;t just a 24-hour time slot in your weekly schedule. It&#39;s a spirit of restfulness that goes with you throughout your week. A way of living with ease, gratitude, appreciation, peace, and prayer. A way of working from rest, not for rest, with nothing to prove. A way of bearing fruit from abiding and not ambition.&#34; — John Mark Comer, The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry</blockquote><h2>Tatum&#39;s Word for Christian Entrepreneurs</h2>As you grow in doing business God&#39;s way, don&#39;t let the working relationship replace the personal one. You can be in rhythm with God in your business and still have a void in your closeness to Him as His daughter. Tend to both. The business meetings with God matter — and so does just lying at His feet with nothing to say.<h2>Resources Mentioned</h2>📖 Book Club Pick: The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer — [grab your copy here]<h2>🛒 Products Available — Moving Sale!</h2>Tatum is moving and has a limited number of physical resources available for just $5 each (+ shipping — total order stays under $10). 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The discount is automatically applied at checkout.This is Tatum&#39;s way of blessing communities of women with tools to grow closer to the Lord together.👉🏾 https://www.blessedandbossedup.com/shop Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out BreezeMeds and use my code BLESSED for a great deal: https://www.breezemeds.com * Check out IXL and use my code ixl.com/TODAY for a great deal: https://www.ixl.com * Check out NetSuite and use my code netsuite.ai/blessed for a great deal: https://www.netsuite.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

The Sabbath

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In this deeply personal episode of Blessed and Bossed Up, Tatum returns after finals season to continue the book club series on The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer.This conversation explores the first practice for “unhurrying” your life: silence and solitude.From motherhood and entrepreneurship to law school and spiritual formation, Tatum shares how busyness, noise, and constant stimulation can quietly disconnect us from the presence of God — and how reclaiming moments of stillness can transform our spiritual, emotional, and mental well-being.She unpacks:<ul><li>Why boredom used to be a gift</li><li>How technology keeps us spiritually distracted</li><li>Learning to practice God’s presence in everyday moments</li><li>Why the wilderness is not weakness, but strength</li><li>The difference between solitude and isolation</li><li>How internal noise impacts peace, anxiety, and emotional health</li><li>Why silence is essential for healing, clarity, and abiding in Christ</li></ul> This episode is both a conviction and an invitation: to slow down, reconnect with God, and create rhythms that cultivate peace instead of chaos.<h2>Key Takeaways</h2><h3>Boredom Was Once Sacred</h3>Before smartphones and endless stimulation, boredom created space for creativity, imagination, reflection, and connection. Today, we often fill every quiet moment with scrolling, entertainment, or mental noise — missing opportunities to connect with God.<h3>God Is Present Beyond the Prayer Closet</h3>Tatum reflects on a revelation that changed her relationship with God: His presence isn’t confined to designated “quiet times.” Through the Holy Spirit, God is present while washing dishes, driving, making coffee, or watching children play.<h3>The Wilderness Is a Place of Strength</h3>Referencing Jesus in the wilderness, this episode reframes difficult seasons not as punishment or weakness, but as places where God’s strength is revealed most powerfully.<h3>Silence Is More Than External Quiet</h3>True silence includes:<ul><li>External silence (turning off noise and distractions)</li><li>Internal silence (quieting worry, fantasies, overthinking, anxiety, and mental chatter)</li></ul><h3>Solitude Is Healing</h3>Solitude is not isolation. It is intentional time with God where healing, self-awareness, conviction, and restoration take place.<h2>Discussion Topics from This Episode</h2><ul><li>Practicing the presence of God in ordinary moments</li><li>The emotional impact of constant stimulation</li><li>Why high-achieving women often struggle with silence</li><li>Internal criticism, perfectionism, and vulnerability</li><li>Creating rhythms of rest instead of cycles of burnout</li><li>How Jesus modeled retreat, prayer, and solitude</li></ul><h2>Mentioned in This Episode</h2><h3>The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry</h3>A powerful book exploring how hurry, distraction, and overload are shaping modern spiritual life — and practical ways to slow down and reconnect with God.<h1>Special Product Super Sale</h1>As Tatum prepares for a move, she discovered a limited inventory of some fan-favorite resources that are officially back while supplies last.These products have been sold out for quite some time and are being offered at deeply discounted prices — once they’re gone, they’re gone.<h2>Featured Products</h2><h3>God Is My CEO Prayer Journal: https://www.blessedandbossedup.com/shop</h3> A guided prayer and reflection journal designed to help Christian entrepreneurs strengthen their relationship with God while building in alignment with His will.Perfect for:<ul><li>Daily prayer and reflection</li><li>Processing vision and strategy with God</li><li>Cultivating intimacy and spiritual discipline</li><li>Entrepreneurs seeking faith-centered leadership</li></ul><h3> </h3><h3>The Planner for Podcasters : https://www.blessedandbossedup.com/shop</h3>A strategic planning resource for podcasters and content creators who want to stay organized, consistent, and intentional with their podcast growth and content execution.Inside includes:<ul><li>Content planning tools</li><li>Episode organization</li><li>Goal-setting prompts</li><li>Production workflow support</li></ul><h3> </h3><h3>90-Day Devotional: https://www.blessedandbossedup.com/shop</h3>A devotional created to help believers grow spiritually, stay anchored in faith, and build consistent time with God over the course of 90 days.Designed for:<ul><li>Daily encouragement</li><li>Spiritual growth</li><li>Building consistency in devotion time</li><li>Strengthening faith through practical reflection</li></ul> Visit: https://www.blessedandbossedup.com/shop Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out BreezeMeds and use my code BLESSED for a great deal: https://www.breezemeds.com * Check out IXL and use my code ixl.com/TODAY for a great deal: https://www.ixl.com * Check out NetSuite and use my code netsuite.ai/blessed for a great deal: https://www.netsuite.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Silence + Solitude

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Tatum is in the trenches of her first-year law school finals, so this week she&#39;s bringing back one of her most foundational episodes — and as she always says, when an oldie comes back around, trust that the Lord is bringing it back for a reason. Whether you&#39;ve heard it before or this is your first time, this one is worth sitting with.In this episode, Tatum opens up about the early years of making God the CEO of her business and introduces a new series focused on the application of faith-driven entrepreneurship — not just the information, but the lived practice.Before diving into strategy, marketing, or business plans, she makes the case that we have to start with sobriety: freeing ourselves from the influences, distractions, and cultural pressures that pull our focus away from the Lord and onto the metrics of the world.In this episode, Tatum covers:<ul><li>Why sobriety is the non-negotiable foundation before any business building can begin</li><li>The story of how obedience during a season of stripping and pruning led to her most fruitful breakthroughs</li><li>The moment she hit her first six-figure year — and why her reaction to it changed everything</li><li>How entrepreneurship can become its own kind of intoxication</li><li>A word for anyone being called to pioneer something new, even when it feels lonely and irrational</li></ul>The 5 Substances to Detox From:<ol><li>Success culture and performance pressure</li><li>Digital noise and comparison</li><li>Mixed mentorship</li><li>Materialism and metrics-based validation</li><li>Over-independence</li></ol>Scriptures Referenced:<ul><li>1 Peter 5:8</li><li>1 Thessalonians 5:6–8</li><li>Mark 14:38</li></ul>Action Step: Download the free Clarity Cleanse guide (linked in show notes) — a month-long detox plan with weekly focus areas, scriptures, action steps, and prayer points to help you build the sober, focused foundation your business needs.Join the Society — Tatum&#39;s membership community for Christian women growing in life, faith, and business. Weekly prayer calls, Bible studies, daily devotionals, and a community of women walking this out with you. Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out BreezeMeds and use my code BLESSED for a great deal: https://www.breezemeds.com * Check out IXL and use my code ixl.com/TODAY for a great deal: https://www.ixl.com * Check out NetSuite and use my code netsuite.ai/blessed for a great deal: https://www.netsuite.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Sober Living

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In this episode, we continue our book club series on The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer, wrapping up the final chapter of Part Two and covering the intermission that sets the stage for Part Three.We open with one of the most convicting observations in the book: Jesus was rarely — if ever — in a hurry. Through stories like the raising of Lazarus and the healing of Jairus&#39;s daughter, the author paints a picture of a Savior who was fiercely present, completely unhurried, and never agitated by interruption. That kind of peace has a name we hear a lot today: a regulated central nervous system. In this episode, we break down what that actually means, share some eye-opening data about how many of us are functioning in a state of chronic stress, and then make the case that Jesus didn&#39;t just model a regulated nervous system — He modeled something that surpasses the very standard modern science is striving toward.We then dig into the concept of margin — the space between your load and your limits — and get practical about what it looks like to actually build it into your life. From contingency planning and backup childcare to protecting your mornings and setting an evening shutdown time, this episode gets real about what margin looks like for busy women wearing multiple hats.From there, we explore the trellis metaphor: just as a trellis gives a vine the structure it needs to grow and bear fruit, a rule of life gives your walk with Jesus the structure it needs to actually take root. We talk about why Jesus must be the center — not career, not motherhood, not success — and how the structures we build either support or undermine that priority.We close out with the intermission from the book, which sets up Part Three by distinguishing between discipline and spiritual discipline — and why the latter gives you access to a power that willpower alone simply cannot reach.In this episode:<ul><li>Why Jesus is the ultimate example of a regulated nervous system (and then some)</li><li>What nervous system dysregulation actually looks like — and the stats that prove it&#39;s a public health issue</li><li>The difference between a full schedule and a hurried one</li><li>How to create a contingency plan so that life&#39;s interruptions don&#39;t blow up your whole week</li><li>What a &#34;rule of life&#34; is and why it started in the monastery, not Silicon Valley</li><li>The trellis metaphor and why structure isn&#39;t the enemy of freedom — it&#39;s the path to it</li><li>How to approach the four Gospels the same way you&#39;d read a biography of someone you admire</li><li>Willpower vs. spiritual discipline: why one gets you so far and the other gets you to Jesus</li></ul> 📖 The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer — grab your copy Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out BreezeMeds and use my code BLESSED for a great deal: https://www.breezemeds.com * Check out IXL and use my code ixl.com/TODAY for a great deal: https://www.ixl.com * Check out NetSuite and use my code netsuite.ai/blessed for a great deal: https://www.netsuite.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

How to Stop Rushing: Jesus, the Rule of Life & Building Margin

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In this episode, Tatum unpacks the difference between selfish ambition and godly ambition, challenging listeners to examine not just what they are pursuing, but why. Through personal reflection, biblical teaching, and practical examples, she reveals how easy it is to drift into misalignment—even with good intentions.This conversation calls you into deeper self-awareness, Spirit-led decision-making, and true wholeness, emphasizing that sustainable success in both life and business must be rooted in God.<h2>Key Takeaways</h2><ul><li>Ambition itself is not wrong, but its source determines whether it is aligned with God.</li><li>Self-awareness is critical for identifying the true motivations behind your goals.</li><li>External success can hide internal misalignment.</li><li>Godly ambition is led by the Holy Spirit, not by outcomes, validation, or trends.</li><li>Your definition of success will evolve as you grow in faith and maturity.</li><li>True alignment requires healing from the brokenness that often drives achievement.</li></ul><h2>Scriptures Referenced</h2><ul><li>Philippians 2:3 (ESV): Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves.</li><li>James 3:13–16: A warning against selfish ambition, describing it as earthly and leading to disorder.</li><li>Galatians 5:22–23: The fruit of the Spirit as evidence of a Spirit-led life.</li></ul><h2>What is Selfish Ambition?</h2>Selfish ambition is a drive rooted in:<ul><li>Ego</li><li>Pride</li><li>Comparison</li><li>Control</li><li>Brokenness</li><li>Desire for validation</li></ul>It is not always obvious. It can begin with good intentions but becomes misaligned when God is no longer the source.<h2>What is Godly Ambition?</h2>Godly ambition is:<ul><li>Spirit-led</li><li>Rooted in obedience</li><li>Focused on serving God and others</li><li>Centered on bringing God glory rather than personal recognition</li></ul>The defining factor is what is driving your decisions: the Holy Spirit or your desire for results.<h2>The Subtle Shift from Godly to Selfish Ambition</h2>A key example shared in the episode illustrates how this shift can happen:<ol><li>You begin in obedience and full dependence on God</li><li>You experience growth and positive results</li><li>Results slow down or decline</li><li>You begin seeking external solutions (trends, algorithms, validation)</li><li>Your source shifts from God to performance</li></ol>This shift is often gradual and difficult to detect without intentional self-examination.<h2>How to Course Correct</h2>When you feel frustrated or see changes in results:<ol><li>Pause instead of reacting impulsively</li><li>Take your emotions to God honestly</li><li>Ask:</li></ol><ul><li>Did I get off track?</li><li>Is there something you want me to change?</li></ul><ol><li>Wait for His response</li><li>Obey, whether He says to adjust or remain consistent</li></ol>The goal is to remain aligned with God, not to chase outcomes.<h2>The Root Issue: Brokenness</h2>Many forms of ambition are driven by unresolved issues such as:<ul><li>A need for validation</li><li>Fear of lack or instability</li><li>Desire for control</li><li>Past wounds or trauma</li></ul>Without healing, it becomes difficult to sustain a God-centered approach to success.<h2>Measuring Your Motivation: The Fruit of the Spirit</h2>Use the fruit of the Spirit as a diagnostic tool:<ul><li>Love</li><li>Joy</li><li>Peace</li><li>Patience</li><li>Kindness</li><li>Goodness</li><li>Faithfulness</li><li>Gentleness</li><li>Self-control</li></ul>If these are absent in your process or decision-making, it may indicate misalignment.<h2>Action Step: Fast and Surrender</h2>Tatum encourages listeners to:<ul><li>Fast from 6 AM to 6 PM (if medically able)</li><li>Spend intentional time with God</li><li>Be honest about fears, control, and disappointment</li><li>Invite God to address the root causes of misalignment</li></ul>This is not about behavior modification but heart transformation.<h2>Reflection Questions</h2><ul><li>What is driving my ambition right now?</li><li>Am I seeking God’s approval or external validation?</li><li>Where have I prioritized outcomes over obedience?</li><li>What unresolved issues may be influencing my goals?</li></ul><h2> </h2><h2>Final Encouragement</h2>God is not focused on your performance—He is focused on your heart.Seasons of slowing down, stagnation, or even decline are not punishment. They are often invitations to return to alignment, deepen intimacy with God, and rebuild from a place of wholeness Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com * Check out BreezeMeds and use my code BLESSED for a great deal: https://www.breezemeds.com * Check out IXL and use my code ixl.com/TODAY for a great deal: https://www.ixl.com * Check out NetSuite and use my code netsuite.ai/blessed for a great deal: https://www.netsuite.com Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

A Call for Godly Ambition

The BBU Podcast is a weekly podcast that teaches purposeful women how to be uncompromising in their faith, business, and total life success with God as the CEO. Get ready to be empowered, emboldened, and receive divine strategy to fulfill God’s plan for your life and business.

Your host + sister in Christ and success, Tatum Temia Ayomike, is an award-winning entrepreneur, executive producer, author and devoted Christian who has committed her life to help women bridge the gap between faith and business. Her impact as the CEO of Anchored Media includes a global reach of millions of listeners across 75+ produced podcast shows in just 2 years. Through her personal brand, Tatum has cultivated a community of businesswomen who give God full authority to use their business as a vessel for the Kingdom. Using the word of God as her platform, Tatum's prayer journal and published books offer instrumental guidance to ‘boss up’ in any entrepreneurial venture. Tatum has been featured in several magazines and publications and has been named as a Top 30 under 30 in the Washington, DC area.