When the enemy attacks with shame, guilt and condemnation, how are we called to respond? Why does God call for us to love ourselves well? How does fear of man’s approval drive us away from the assignment God has for us?  Episode on Convictions: https://youtu.be/zoXqEnnf4lo?si=0Tg9PL9z_laTnQce  Verses Mentioned: Truth for Warfare (Romans 6; Romans 8:1-2) Biblical Love (1 Corin. 13; 1 John 4; John 13:35)  Fear of Man (Gal. 1:10) Be sure to leave a rating and a review. Thank you for tuning into the show! Let’s Connect! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TrulyDoctorTaylor Instagram: @TrulyDoctorTaylor Christian Playlists: https://linktr.ee/platformwithapurpose

Practicing the importance of stillness and meeting God in healing in the healing process when things get hard. As we walk through 1 Kings 19, we see Elijah displaying undivided devotion, though society and culture say otherwise. Addressing the insecurities, being honest with our disappointments, and enduring through moments of hopelessness is all that God is asking for during difficult circumstances.  Verses Mentioned: 1 Kings 17-19 Blaming Others –Tendency to Deflect; “Do you want to be healed?” (John 5:6) Blaming Self –Holding on to Guilt/Shame; “Where are you?” (Genesis 3:9) Blaming God –Trust influences our Faith; “Who do you say that I am?” (Matthew 16:15) Emphasis of Stillness – Reverence (Isaiah 57:11); Instruction (Isaiah 30:21); Endurance (Isaiah 40:28-31)  Be sure to leave a rating and a review. Thank you for tuning into the show! Let’s Connect! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TrulyDoctorTaylor Instagram: @TrulyDoctorTaylor Christian Playlists: https://linktr.ee/platformwithapurpose

Are we abusing God’s grace in seasons of provision? Is our faith the same on the mountain top as it is in the valley? In this episode, we discuss remembering God’s faithfulness to us but also the reality of our faithfulness to Him! Let’s dive into taking inventory and being mindful of our heart posture when we’re in the wilderness and in the midst of His provision.  Verses Mentioned: Testing in The Wilderness (Deuteronomy 8:2-5; 1 Corinthians 10:13)  Warfare on the Narrow Road (Deuteronomy 20:1-9) Self-sufficiency and Stewardship (Deuteronomy 11:10-12; 6:10-12) Surrender Your Heart (Psalm 106:13-15) God’s Faithfulness (Isaiah 46:3-4)  Be sure to leave a rating and a review. Thank you for tuning into the show! Let’s Connect! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TrulyDoctorTaylor Instagram: @TrulyDoctorTaylor Christian Playlists: https://linktr.ee/platformwithapurpose

“Don’t end in the flesh what began in the Spirit”. Is your relationship with God the same on the mountaintop as it is in the valley? Are there times when it feels like our zeal for God is dwindling because of the trials we’re facing? Are there times when it feels like we need a Word from God but we get silence in return? These circumstances can be tests that God uses to expose what’s in our hearts and what we really think about God.  Verses Mentioned: Galatians 3:3 Deuteronomy 6:10-12 2 Kings 18 - 20 2 Chronicles 32:24-31 Be sure to leave a rating and a review. Thank you for tuning into the show! Let’s Connect! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TrulyDoctorTaylor Instagram: @TrulyDoctorTaylor Christian Playlists: https://linktr.ee/platformwithapurpose

An update on life lately: A vulnerable reflection on moments of feeling stuck and holding on to faith when it’s hard to stand firm. Being in a tough space as you're struggling to hold on to faith when you want to give up and take the easier route…God will shift everything to bring you to a place to trust Him.  Verses Mentioned: Exodus 14 Deuteronomy 1 Be sure to leave a rating and a review. Thank you for tuning into the show! Let’s Connect! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TrulyDoctorTaylor Instagram: @TrulyDoctorTaylor Christian Playlists: https://linktr.ee/platformwithapurpose

What does it mean to watch and pray? Exploring what it means to be called as a watchman, to intercede, and to act in obedience as we partner with God. When was the last time you prayed for someone else? Has God placed a time on your spirit to be consistent in private intercession with Him? What are you willing to sacrifice for deeper intimacy with God by consecration?  Verses Mentioned: Watch and Pray (Luke 21:36) Garden of Gethsemane (Matthew 26)  The Parable of the Ten Virgins (Matthew 25) Days of Noah (Matthew 24:36-39) Being a Living Sacrifice (Romans 12:1) Sin Entangles and Hinders us (Hebrews 12:1)  Call of the Watchmen (Ezekiel 33) Micah Wood - God is Looking for Watchmen https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNPQ55F2su2_K4BPKp8m-F54Jlxh5KqxM&si=iNvqCYm11eTNkg_s  Be sure to leave a rating and a review. Thank you for tuning into the show! Let’s Connect! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TrulyDoctorTaylor Instagram: @TrulyDoctorTaylor Christian Playlists: https://linktr.ee/platformwithapurpose

Apathy: indifference (a lack of emotion/enthusiasm); a subtle feeling of a lack of interest towards issues that matter to God Have you grown apathetic towards your relationship with God and the spiritual disciplines? Are you caught between the two extremes–Entitlement (burdening yourself and lacking genuine love for God by having a transactional heart posture) or Apathy (feeling indifferent by having a spiritual callous heart posture)? In this episode, we’re exploring ways to diligently seek after God when falling into apathy and discerning between counterfeits presented by the enemy.  Verses Mentioned: Proverbs 25:2 James 5:16  Luke 4:13 2 Timothy 1:7 2 Corinthians 11:13-15 Isaiah 8:20-22 Psalm 37 - “The Exit Interview” Checklist to prepare for transitioning into a new season v.3 - Trust in The Lord  v.4 - Take Delight in the Lord  v.5 - Commit your way to The Lord  v.7 - Be still before The Lord v.34 - Hope in The Lord  Be sure to leave a rating and a review. Thank you for tuning into the show! Let’s Connect! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TrulyDoctorTaylor Instagram: @TrulyDoctorTaylor Christian Playlists: https://linktr.ee/platformwithapurpose

Do you feel the need to always be in control or things are done better when we do it ourselves? This is from the root of self-sufficiency due to taking God’s grace for granted. In this episode, we’ll explore how the enemy attempts to blind us in order to bind us and how to produce genuine faith.  Verses Mentioned: Genuine Faith - 1 Peter 1:6-7  Samson - Judges 16 Blind Bartimaeus - Mark 10:46-52  Spiritual Blindness -  2 Corinthians 4:3-4; Matthew 6:22-24; 2 Peter 1:9; Mark 9:43-47 Purity - 2 Corinthians 7:1 Be sure to leave a rating and a review. Thank you for tuning into the show! Let’s Connect! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TrulyDoctorTaylor Instagram: @TrulyDoctorTaylor Christian Playlists: https://linktr.ee/platformwithapurpose

Let’s be honest. How often do we feel resentment toward work, ministry, or other relationships because things haven't gone our way? Why is it that when consequences, trials, and negative experiences cross our path, our relationship with God is the first thing to take a toll? In this episode,we explore the disappointment between our human limitations and God’s sovereignty.     Verses Mentioned: Taking spiritual inventory - Isaiah 29:13, 2 Samuel 24:18-25 God reveals blind spots through repentance - Psalm 139: 23-24   God is patient with us - 2 Peter 3:9, Romans 2:4, 2 Corinthians 7:8-11 When knowledge and faith misalign (John the Baptist) - Matthew 11 See God’s plan in the midst of chaos - Exodus 14 Be sure to leave a rating and a review. Thank you for tuning into the show! Let’s Connect! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TrulyDoctorTaylor Instagram: @TrulyDoctorTaylor Christian Playlists: https://linktr.ee/platformwithapurpose

How can we trust the convictions of The Holy Spirit (through us and the testimony of others)? Have you truly repented or just given God an apology? In this episode, we dive into what it means for Jesus to be Lord over our life and not just a Savior. Today is the day we choose God! Verses Mentioned Word for 2024 (Joshua 24:14-15; Hosea 4:6) The Call for Repentance (Isaiah 65: 1-5; 12)  If you think you “have time” to repent - Rich Man and Lazarus (Luke 16:19-31) Be sure to leave a rating and a review. Thank you for tuning into the show! Let’s Connect! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TrulyDoctorTaylor Instagram: @TrulyDoctorTaylor Christian Playlists: https://linktr.ee/platformwithapurpose

What does it mean to wait on the Lord? Why is it sometimes a struggle to overthink and second-guess the convictions that God has given us? How do you grieve when it comes to intangible loss—a job, dream, relationship, etc.? How can we know the secret of being content? In this episode, we’ll explore what it means to be patient, find joy in all circumstances, and trust God for real.  Verses Mentioned “Judas Moment” (John 12:1-8) Being Content (Philippians 4:10-14)  Jesus and His hometown (Matthew 13:53-58) When God expects more from you:  Season A - Union with God: Recognizing that satisfaction requires surrender and success requires obedience (John 2 and Ezekiel 2) Season B - Division with the flesh: Raw emotions build authentic intimacy with God (Psalm 22 and Luke 22) Season C - Witness for ministry: Remember who God is and reverence Him (2 Kings 22) Encouragement: Trusting in God: Proverbs 3:5-6; Jeremiah 17:5-10 True Faith in God: Luke 1:45, Romans 4:20-21 Word: “Don’t give up, when you’re at the finish line”, Hebrews 12:1   Be sure to leave a rating and a review. Thank you for tuning into the show! Let’s Connect! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TrulyDoctorTaylor Instagram: @TrulyDoctorTaylor Christian Playlists: https://linktr.ee/platformwithapurpose  

Sometimes we may find ourselves with scars God never intended for us to have. When we choose to self-medicate the wounds God wants us to surrender to Him to repair, we delay the healing process. When God steps in, He removes the bandages from injuries that require surgery. Access to the pain requires addressing the trauma, the triggers, and the past we tried to leave behind. Thankfully, the purpose behind the healing process is to see God work as a Restorer and a Redeemer within our lives so we are a living testimony of His Power!  Verses Mentioned: Methods of Healing (Mark 5:21-43) God uses your testimony (Luke 5:4-11 and Matt. 14:22-33)  God uses your triggers (Luke 22:54-62 and John 21:7-11) Charcoal Fire, “anthrakia” - (John 18:18 and John 21:9) Healing requires facing the offense (Matt 5:23-24, 6:14-15) Purpose of Painful Process Towards Healing (Joel 2:25) Be sure to leave a rating and a review. Thank you for tuning into the show! Let’s Connect! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TrulyDoctorTaylor Instagram: @TrulyDoctorTaylor Christian Playlists: https://linktr.ee/platformwithapurpose

What does it mean to have discernment when you’re at a crossroads of a decision? What anchors you when facing circumstances? Is prayer a first option or a last resort? In this episode, we’re discussing what it means to balance preparing for what’s ahead while reflecting on the past. Navigating through various revelations that remind us of the presence of God and planning for the uphill journey of what’s next.  Also included: a short discussion on the Songs of Ascent (Psalms 120-134) Psalm 130: “What does it mean to wait on The Lord?” Psalm 124: Reflecting on - “If it had not been for the Lord, where would I be?” Psalm 126: Reflecting on - God being a Restorer and a Redeemer! Psalm 127: Reflecting on - God’s Sovereignty when we’re anxious and overwhelmed Psalm 128: Reflecting on - Staying encouraged and praying for God’s strength when working in ministry gets tough. Remember that you can’t pour from an empty cup! Be sure to leave a rating and a review. Thank you for tuning into the show! Let’s Connect! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TrulyDoctorTaylor Instagram: @TrulyDoctorTaylor Christian Playlists: https://linktr.ee/platformwithapurpose

Self Sabotage runs deeper than you think. It’s more than self-destructive behaviors - it may include negative self-criticism, lack of boundaries, and fear of failure (just to name a few). In this episode, we’re unpacking what it means to come out of agreement with the toxic thinking patterns, uproot habits that kept us in bondage, and seek healing from God from these strongholds.  Do you want to be healed? Peter goes fishing  (Luke 5) Woman caught in adultery (John 8) Man at the Pool of Bethesda (John 5) Naaman goes to Elisha (2 Kings 5) Battle Plan Prompt The PROBLEM is that I…. The Word is telling me to PRAY (insert scripture) I will remember His PROMISE (insert scripture) Be sure to leave a rating and a review. Thank you for tuning into the show! Let’s Connect! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TrulyDoctorTaylor Instagram: @TrulyDoctorTaylor Christian Playlists: https://linktr.ee/platformwithapurpose

When believing the lies of the enemy becomes easier than God’s truth… This episode brings doubts to the light and challenges us to navigate our unbelief, disappointment and stagnation. What does trusting God look like in the middle ground of life?  Book Mentioned: “When Faith Disappoints”, by Lisa Fields Verses Mentioned “Invitation to the thirsty” - Isaiah 55 Hunger and Thirst for Righteousness - Matt. 5:6 Parable of the Sower - Mark 4 Notes  Unbelief: When you’re not satisfied with His commands, it breeds disobedience which leads to  consequences Disappointment: When you're not satisfied with His timing, it breeds selfishness and self-sufficiency which leads to corruption Stagnation: When you’re not satisfied with your relationship with Him, it breeds a lack of pursuit/interest which leads to compromise Be sure to leave a rating and a review. Thank you for tuning into the show! Let’s Connect! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TrulyDoctorTaylor Instagram: @TrulyDoctorTaylor Christian Playlists: https://linktr.ee/platformwithapurpose  

What does it mean to move on from the life you had? What  does it look like to embrace the identity God intended for you? What does it mean to follow Christ, forreal? In this episode we discuss the cost of discipleship, growing in spiritual maturity and finding encouragement on this narrow road.  Verses Mentioned “Fill up your horn will oil and Go!” - 1 Samuel 15 - 16 “Your friends are surprised you don’t join them” - 1 Peter 4:3-5 “the weight of the cross and the word of their testimony” - Rev. 12:11; Mt. 16:24; Luke 14:27 “We are accountable for what we know” - James 4:17 When God Disciplines - Heb. 12 Faith Check - Rom. 4:20-21 Repentance - Joel 2:12-13 Obedience - Actions (James 1:22-25; Dan. 3; Jonah 1); Appetite (1 John 2:15-17, 3:4-11; 2 Tim. 3:1-9, 4:3-4; Heb. 5); Attitude (James 4:3) Surrender/Submission - Prov. 3:5-6; John 14:15  Article mentioned -> Surrender vs. Submission Be sure to leave a rating and a review. Thank you for tuning into the show! Let’s Connect! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TrulyDoctorTaylor Instagram: @TrulyDoctorTaylor Christian Playlists: https://linktr.ee/platformwithapurpose

We tend to pray “Your kingdom come, Your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven (Matt. 6:10)”, But do we truly mean it? What does it mean to have prayers that influence the spiritual realm and build God’s Kingdom. This episode brings you to a place of vulnerability to analyze our motives behind our goals and what we find security in.  Verses Mentioned Hannah - Intimacy (1 Samuel 1 and 2) Simon - Identity (Acts 8:9-13) John the Baptist - Boldness (Luke 1:15) Sons of Sceva - Pride (Acts 19:11-20) Woman at the Well - Urgency (John 4) Hebrew Midwives (Shiprah and Puah) - Reverence (Exodus 1) Joshua - Wisdom and Discernment (Joshua 7-9) Be sure to leave a rating and a review. Thank you for tuning into the show! Let’s Connect! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TrulyDoctorTaylor Instagram: @TrulyDoctorTaylor Christian Playlists: https://linktr.ee/platformwithapurpose

Wake up the warrior inside you and break your strongholds! God is looking for soldiers to carry out His will. Our heart's desires can be destructive as a tool used by the enemy or can build the kingdom of God. It’s time to pick a side! In this episode we dive into spiritual battles, facing generational sin and how to overcome them.  Verses Mentioned “Cut the lifeboat” (Acts 27) Approach Warfare like Jesus (Matthew 4) Being a soldier for Christ: 1. Spiritual Blindness (2 Corinthians 4) // 2. Roles and Responsibilities (Ephesians 4:22-32) // 3. Expectations ( 2 Corinthians 6:4-10) Getting on the battlefield: 1. Your armor (Ephesians 6 and Romans 13:11-14) // 2. Faulty Armory (Romans 1) // 3. Power and Authority you have in God (2 Corinthians 10:3-6) Verses to Hold on to God Redeems Time- Joel 2:25 God designed you specifically- Jeremiah 1:5   Be sure to leave a rating and a review. Thank you for tuning into the show! Let’s Connect! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TrulyDoctorTaylor Instagram: @TrulyDoctorTaylor Christian Playlists: https://linktr.ee/platformwithapurpose

What do you do when you feel like you’re in a mental fog and life isn’t making sense? Sometimes it’s hard to hear God speaking to us when we overconsume what’s of this world. In this episode, we explore taking spiritual inventory and reflective questions when we need to take a reset.  Verses Mentioned: Parables: Luke 13:6-9 (The Barren Fig Tree); Matthew 21:28-32 (The Two Sons); Luke 15:11-32 (The Prodigal Son) Prayer: 2 Chronicles 7:14 and 1 Thessalonians 5:17 Fasting: Isaiah 58 Bible Study: Matthew 12:34-37 and Psalm 119:11 Fruit Inspection: Galatians 5:16-25 and Matthew 7:16-18 Be sure to leave a rating and a review. Thank you for tuning into the show! Let’s Connect! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TrulyDoctorTaylor Instagram: @TrulyDoctorTaylor Christian Playlists: https://linktr.ee/platformwithapurpose

“Comparison is the thief of joy” - In this episode we explore escapism, seeking fulfillment outside of Christ and battling the lie of “not being good enough”. Don’t grow discouraged in your current season. Stay hopeful, Be encouraged, and Remember that God is on your side.  Be sure to leave a rating and a review. Thank you for tuning into the show! Let’s Connect! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TrulyDoctorTaylor Instagram: @TrulyDoctorTaylor Christian Playlists: https://linktr.ee/platformwithapurpose