Makia Chantel has an amazing dance story, and I can't wait for you all to hear it! Makia and I first saw each other at a free Christian hip hop class put on by non-profit organization Dancing Disciples. Shortly after that class, I ended up dancing in the piece she created for her church's Easter service, which was so fun and crazy! But Makia wasn't always dancing for Jesus. She used to dance for many big artists–in music videos, at the Grammy's, in commercials, and touring! In terms of her dreams and what she had worked so hard for since childhood, she had made it. She had everything she wanted. She looked shiny and successful on the outside, but inside she was dealing with insecurities, health issues, and depression. She was partying and doing things she never thought she would do, but she was so far deep in destructive habits and lying, she didn't know how she could ever get free. But then, one day, a friend talked to her about God, and this started a long and winding journey of her exploring this new idea. Makia had so many questions. Is God even real? Is it a he / she / force / energy? Is the Bible true? Who is Jesus? What's the deal with Christians? Follow along as Makia takes us through her adventure of navigating God, life, and her dance career. There are so many wild stories, you won't want to miss it!

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