Hey becoming women! That title got you didn't it??? Guess what, we're going a different way! There is a different kind of spiritual growth that shows up when you find yourself able to pray earnestly for the people who hurt you. Not a surface prayer. Not a performative prayer. Not a prayer that still secretly wants God to “get them.” I mean the kind of prayer that comes from a heart that has been processed, softened, and matured by God. One of the clearest signs that healing is taking place in us is when we can bring those who wronged us before the Lord without bitterness leading the conversation. That does not mean what they did was acceptable. It does not mean there was no damage. It does not mean you have forgotten. It means you are no longer allowing pain to have the final say over your posture. I think back to my own ability to pray for the fathers of my children. I got to a place where I realized that I needed to get out of myself and pray for them because, in essence, I was praying for my children. No matter how we started or how we ended, I made the choice to be with them and bear their children. At some point I had to mature enough to understand that praying for their fathers was connected to praying for my babies. That perspective changed something in me. It made me look beyond my own hurt and see the bigger picture. It made me realize that if I stayed bound in resentment, bitterness, anger, and offense, I would be carrying chains that God never intended for me to wear. And not only that, I would also be keeping others locked in a prison inside my heart as if I were their judge. But we have to remind ourselves: we are not their God. We do not get to hold people captive inside of their wrongs forever. We are called to account for our own motives, our own actions, and our own hearts before the Lord. That means asking God to deal with us, too. To search us. To heal us. To free us from the need to rehearse offenses, replay pain, and wear woundedness like armor.

Take a few minutes to think about the version of yourself you are growing into. Then answer the questions below and share what you’re comfortable sharing with the community. 1️⃣ What three words describe the woman you are becoming? (example: peaceful, confident, disciplined) 2️⃣ What is one habit the future version of you has that you’re working on now? 3️⃣ What is something you are learning to release in this season? 4️⃣ What is something you want to embrace more of? (example: joy, faith, rest, confidence, boundaries) 5️⃣ Finish this sentence: “The woman I’m becoming no longer apologizes for…” Add a photo of yourself in a moment where you felt confident. Comment on at least 2 other member post....remember we're growing together!

Hey there, lovely souls! It's your girl, Tamika, here to share a heart-to-heart chat about those moments when life is life-ing and throws us a curveball then we find ourselves at a crossroads, not sure whether to stop, wait, or just go for it. Yes, we've all been there – stuck in that swirling vortex of uncertainty, wondering which direction to take. But fear not, because today, we're going to delve into some timeless wisdom from the Good Book to help us navigate through these moments with grace, faith, and a dash of courage. Stop: Let's admit it, we've all hit those moments when the brakes seem to have a mind of their own. But did you know that even in times of pause, we can find strength in the scriptures? Proverbs 3:5-6 reminds us to trust in the Lord with all our heart and lean not on our understanding. Sometimes, that's exactly what stopping entails – letting go of our own notions and surrendering to a higher plan. Remember, the Lord will never leave you nor forsake you, so even in times when you feel lost, know that He is right there beside you. Wait: Ah, the waiting game – the one nobody signed up for, right? But here's the beauty of it: Isaiah 40:31 tells us that those who wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength. So, while it might feel like we're standing still, we're actually recharging and aligning ourselves with God's timing. Think of it as a divine pit stop, preparing us for the exhilarating journey ahead. Consider that this waiting season might also be a time of maturing and pruning. Just like a gardener tends to a plant, God might be refining our character and removing what doesn't serve us, so that when the blessing comes, we're truly ready to appreciate it. Go: Alright, now for the green light – that exhilarating moment when we're ready to charge ahead. Jeremiah 29:11 assures us that God knows the plans He has for us, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give us a future and a hope. When we step out in faith, we're not alone. God has crafted a path for us, and as we walk it, He walks beside us, guiding our steps.