Good morning, Have you ever hit a wall trying to change something in your life? You get to a point where you think, "I can't keep doing this," or worse, "Maybe I'm just not able to change." I've been there. And that's exactly where Romans 12:1-2 meets me. And so, dear brothers and sisters, I plead with you to give your bodies to God because of all he has done for you. Let them be a living and holy sacrifice—the kind he will find acceptable. This is truly the way to worship him. Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God’s will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect. Romans 12:1-2 NLT If Hebrews 12:11 is my favorite verse, this one is a close second. Here's why: social media makes it easy to fall into two traps. The comparison trap — thinking someone else has what we want. And the timing trap — forgetting that God's timing and our timing rarely match. This verse reminds me of two things: - Sacrifice comes before transformation. You can't get somewhere new without leaving something behind. - Just because the world accepts something doesn't mean God does. Here's what that means for your money. If you're working on your budget, your savings, your debt, or your investments, something in your life will need to change. God can help you change your mindset — but only if you're willing to let go of what doesn't line up with Him. And here's the payoff: you won't just be proud of yourself. God will be proud of you too. There's a freedom in that — it's a great feeling to no longer desire the things you know hurt you. That's what's waiting on the other side of the sacrifice. When we chase what the world says is normal, we end up back in the comparison trap. I won't pretend I don't struggle with this myself. But I'm learning something: the more I focus on my own growth, the less time I spend comparing myself to anyone else. My goal now is to measure myself against God's word — nothing else. Some days that's a real fight.

Hello, In case you missed it, I am inviting you to fast with me August 2-8, 2026. - Start of fast: When you wake up on August 2nd - End of fast: When you lay down on August 8th - What to fast? I'm not suggesting a specific fast. I will be fasting from social media. However, fast what is best for you and will allow you to hear God's voice clearly. - If you are participating in the fast, I would like to know so I can pray with and for you. Looking forward to seeing you this week for our calls. Faith in Action: Complete your check-in Talk to you soon! -Latrisa This week in PSC - Weekly goal check-in: Monday, July 27th @ 11:00 AM CST (All members) https://forms.gle/orEdoNXzuHVTUuxx8 - Budget Work Sessions: Monday, July 27th @ 7:30 PM CST (Premium and VIP Members) - Group Coaching Call: Thursday, July 30th @ 7:30PM CST (Premium and VIP Members) Skool Calendar

Good morning, Happy payday! Quick question — what's the first thing your paycheck does when it hits your account? If it's covering bills, or bracing for what's left... I want to challenge that today. There was a time I felt like I "had" to be in church to tithe. But that's not actually true. With electronic giving, you can give as soon as you receive — no waiting for Sunday. I get it — bringing your tithe or offering to church in person feels important. But if you're tempted to spend what belongs to God, it may be a good idea to get it out of your hands. Jesus died so we don't have to go through a priest to reach God. If prayer has no boundaries, why are we placing a boundary on how or when we give? Can't give electronically? Write the check now and place it in your Bible for Sunday, or get a money order so it's already out of your account. Just don't give God your leftovers — whatever's left after your poor decisions already spent it. This payday, try this: before you pay a bill, before you spend a dollar anywhere else, give your tithe or offering first. Let it be the very first thing your money does. This week we talked about patient endurance — trusting God with the process, not just the outcome. Giving first is patience in action. It's trusting Him with what you have today, not just what you hope to have someday. If you want help building a plan where giving isn't an afterthought, but something built right into your budget from the start, let's talk. Book your strategy session Talk to you soon! -Latrisa

Good morning, Do you remember waiting for Christmas as a kid? It felt like torture. The wait to see what was under the tree was almost too much to handle. My Favorite Verses: Part 6 "Patient endurance is what you need now, so that you will continue to do God's will. Then you will receive all that he has promised." — Hebrews 10:36 NLT Here's the hard truth about financial freedom: it won't be fixed overnight. Whether it took one bad decision or years of bad habits to get here, it's going to take time to turn it around. I get the frustration of wanting things to be better today. Nobody wants to struggle on purpose. I don't either. So why do you need patience right now? - Keeps you from making things worse while you're still working things out - Helps you think clearly instead of reacting out of frustration - Lets you see your progress, instead of only staring at the finish line When I started practicing patience, I finally saw my own growth. I felt proud of small wins — like skipping takeout because I'd already planned my food budget, or wanting something expensive and paying for it in full instead of putting it on credit I couldn't really afford. It's a good feeling. I want you to feel it too. Reflection Question: What progress are you overlooking because you're only focused on the finish line? Prayer of the Week: Dear God, help me see the progress I've made instead of being frustrated that I haven't reached my goal yet. In Jesus' name, Amen. Have a great week! -Latrisa This week in PSC - Weekly goal check-in: Monday, July 20th @ 11:00 AM CST (All members) Weekly Check-In - Group Coaching Call: Thursday, July 23rd @ 7:30PM CST (Premium and VIP Members) Skool Calendar