The Journey to Becoming | Christian Living, Personal Development, Planning, Thriving Relationships, Routines, Personal Growth, Christian Women, Motherhood, Time Management, Schedules, Reduce Overwhelm

138 | Holy Girl Summer Mini Series Part 7: Faithful in the Hallway: Stewarding Your Spiritual Gifts Before the Open Door

What if the season you're in right now isn't a waiting room... but a training ground? In Part 7 of the Holy Girl Summer mini series, we're talking about what it truly means to steward the gifts God has entrusted to you—especially in the seasons when no one is watching. It's easy to believe we'll show up once the opportunity comes, but Scripture teaches that promotion follows faithfulness. Before God opens the next door, He often invites us to faithfully steward what's already in our hands. In this episode, we dive into 1 Peter 4:10 and explore the biblical principle of stewardship through the lens of Tony Evans' book Kingdom Stewardship. Together, we'll unpack why your gifts were never meant to be hidden, how faithfulness in the "hallway" prepares you for the next room God has for you, and why obedience in the small things matters more than chasing the spotlight. In this episode, you'll learn: * What biblical stewardship really means. * Why God often develops us in the unseen before promoting us. * How to steward your gifts even when no one notices. * The connection between faithfulness, purpose, and God's timing. * How serving others with your gifts glorifies God and advances His Kingdom. Whether you feel overlooked, stuck, or like you're waiting for your "big break," this episode will encourage you to stop waiting for the platform and start stewarding the place God has you today. Remember: God isn't looking for perfection—He's looking for faithfulness. Steward the little, trust the process, and let Him handle the promotion. Scripture Referenced: 1 Peter 4:10  KINGDOM STEWARDSHIP BY TONY EVANS  [https://www.amazon.com/Kingdom-Stewardship-Tony-Evans/dp/1589979532/ref=monarch_sidesheet_image] DOWNLOAD THE SPIRITUAL GIFT ASSESSMENT [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1w4qB_p7-N0apE-tvvqGXBHJLQ7vtr3bh/view?usp=sharing] 🎁✝️ BECOMING A WOMAN OF VALUE FREE 5 DAY CHALLENGE [https://www.thejoyfulfitlife.com/becoming-a-woman-of-value-challenge-landing-page] 💗   Connect with me here:  WEBSITE: https://www.thejoyfulfitlife.com/ [https://www.thejoyfulfitlife.com/]

137 | Holy Girl Summer Mini Series Part 6: Fan Into Flame Your Gift: Overcoming Fear, Excuses & Waiting to Feel Ready

What if the biggest thing standing between you and your calling isn't a lack of ability—but waiting until you feel ready? In this episode of The Journey to Becoming Podcast, we're talking about the power of pre-deciding that you'll continue to show up, use your God-given gifts, and stay faithful—even when fear, insecurity, or excuses try to hold you back. Using 2 Timothy 1:6-7, we unpack Paul's encouragement to Timothy to "fan into flame" the gift God had placed within him and explore why Timothy was able to receive that correction. Because he had a mentor. He had accountability. He had someone who loved him enough to speak to his fears and call him up, not out. In this episode, you'll learn: * What it means to "fan into flame" your spiritual gifts. * Why you can't trust your feelings to determine your faithfulness. * The importance of discipleship and accountability in your spiritual growth. * How to pre-decide to show up before excuses have a chance to win. * Why God has given you a spirit of power, love, and self-discipline—not fear. If you've been shrinking back, doubting yourself, or waiting until you feel more confident, this episode is the reminder you need: Your calling doesn't pause because your feelings fluctuate. It's time to fan the flame, silence the excuses, and become the woman God created you to be. Scripture Referenced: 2 Timothy 1:7 REGISTER FOR THE JOYFUL FIT LIFE COMMUNITY OPEN HOUSE WEEK  [https://www.thejoyfulfitlife.com/community-open-house-landing-page#register] WORSHIP SONG: MORE THAN ABLE BY MAVERICK CITY MUSIC [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQ1xxoP7NJk&list=RDdQ1xxoP7NJk&start_radio=1] DOWNLOAD THE SPIRITUAL GIFT ASSESSMENT [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1w4qB_p7-N0apE-tvvqGXBHJLQ7vtr3bh/view?usp=sharing] 🎁✝️ BECOMING A WOMAN OF VALUE FREE 5 DAY CHALLENGE [https://www.thejoyfulfitlife.com/becoming-a-woman-of-value-challenge-landing-page] 💗   Connect with me here:  WEBSITE: https://www.thejoyfulfitlife.com/ [https://www.thejoyfulfitlife.com/]

136 | Holy Girl Summer Mini Series Part 5: How God Grows Your Spiritual Gifts Through Everyday Obedience with Tamika Thomas

Holy Girl Summer Week 5 is here, and we're welcoming back one of your favorite guests, Tamika Thomas!  If you've ever wondered, "Am I really hearing God?" or "What if I don't feel ready to use my spiritual gifts?"—this conversation is for you. This week, we're talking about what it really looks like to walk in obedience as you discover and use the spiritual gifts God has given you. Tamika shares powerful stories from her own life, reminding us that God isn't looking for perfection—He's looking for a willing heart. One of the biggest takeaways? Delayed obedience is still disobedience. Ouch... but so true. Whether it's praying for someone, encouraging a friend, smiling at a stranger, or stepping into a new opportunity, every act of obedience matters. Often, it's in the small "yeses" that God prepares us for the bigger assignments. In this episode, you'll learn: ✨ Why delayed obedience can keep us from experiencing God's best ✨ How to grow in confidence while using your spiritual gifts ✨ Why God values willingness over perfection ✨ Practical ways to become more sensitive to the voice of the Holy Spirit ✨ How everyday acts of obedience can lead to extraordinary impact Remember, God isn't asking you to have it all figured out. He's simply asking you to trust Him enough to take the next faithful step. If this episode encourages you, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend who needs the reminder that God can use ordinary obedience to accomplish extraordinary things. REGISTER FOR THE JOYFUL FIT LIFE COMMUNITY OPEN HOUSE WEEK  [https://www.thejoyfulfitlife.com/community-open-house-landing-page#register] CONNECT WITH TAMIKA [https://www.instagram.com/theecoachtamika/] LISTEN TO EPISODE 38 WITH TAMIKA “HOW TO SET HEALTHY BOUNDARIES IN RELATIONSHIPS” [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/38-how-to-set-healthy-boundaries-in-relationships-the/id1732582914?i=1000674289096] DOWNLOAD THE SPIRITUAL GIFT ASSESSMENT [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1w4qB_p7-N0apE-tvvqGXBHJLQ7vtr3bh/view?usp=sharing] 🎁✝️ BECOMING A WOMAN OF VALUE FREE 5 DAY CHALLENGE [https://www.thejoyfulfitlife.com/becoming-a-woman-of-value-challenge-landing-page] 💗   Connect with me here:  WEBSITE: https://www.thejoyfulfitlife.com/ [https://www.thejoyfulfitlife.com/]

135 | Holy Girl Summer Mini Series Part 4: How God Uniquely Wired You: Spiritual Gifts, Talents & Personality Explained

Have you ever wondered... ✨ What's the difference between a spiritual gift, a talent, and my personality? ✨ How do I know what God has uniquely created me to do? ✨ Am I comparing myself to someone else's calling instead of embracing my own? In Week 4 of our Holy Girl Summer series, we're exploring one of the biggest keys to discovering your God-given purpose: understanding how God uniquely designed you. Many women confuse spiritual gifts, natural talents, and personality, but while they work together, they each serve a different purpose. When you understand the difference, you can stop striving to be someone else and start confidently walking in the woman God created you to be. In this episode, you'll learn: 💛 The difference between spiritual gifts, talents, and personality 💛 How all three work together to shape your unique calling 💛 Why comparison keeps us from embracing God's design for our lives 💛 Practical questions to help you discover how God has wired you 💛 How to begin stewarding the gifts He's already placed inside of you We'll also continue our 5-Minute Prayer Challenge, creating intentional space each day to draw near to God and listen for the Holy Spirit's leading. Friend, God didn't accidentally create you with your personality, passions, experiences, or gifts. He designed you on purpose, for a purpose. The more you understand how He wired you, the more confidently you can step into the calling He's prepared for you. Key Scriptures:  📖 Psalm 139:13-16 📖 Ephesians 2:10 If this episode encouraged you, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend who needs the reminder that she doesn't have to become someone else to fulfill God's purpose—she simply needs to become the woman He created her to be. Because your journey to becoming begins with embracing who God says you are. 🩷   DOWNLOAD THE SPIRITUAL GIFT ASSESSMENT [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1w4qB_p7-N0apE-tvvqGXBHJLQ7vtr3bh/view?usp=sharing] 🎁✝️ BECOMING A WOMAN OF VALUE FREE 5 DAY CHALLENGE [https://www.thejoyfulfitlife.com/becoming-a-woman-of-value-challenge-landing-page] 💗   Connect with me here:  WEBSITE: https://www.thejoyfulfitlife.com/ [https://www.thejoyfulfitlife.com/]

134 | Holy Girl Summer Mini Series Part 3: Hearing God's Voice- How to Recognize the Holy Spirit and Take Your Next Step

Have you ever wondered: ✨ Is God speaking to me? ✨ How do I know if it's God or just my own thoughts? ✨ What if I miss what He's trying to tell me? If you've ever struggled to hear God's voice, this episode is for you. In Week 3 of our Holy Girl Summer series, we're diving into one of the most important parts of discovering your spiritual gifts and walking in your calling: learning to recognize the voice of God. Because you can't fully walk in your gifts if you're not listening to the One who gave them. In this episode, you'll learn: 💛 How the Holy Spirit speaks in everyday life 💛 The importance of creating quiet space to listen 💛 Practical ways to grow in hearing God's voice with confidence We'll also continue our Holy Girl Summer challenge of spending 5 minutes a day in prayer, not out of religion or obligation, but to draw near to God, hear His voice, and become more aware of the Holy Spirit's leading in our lives. Friend, you don't need to have the entire plan figured out. More often than not, God doesn't reveal the whole staircase, He simply illuminates the next step. Your job isn't to know everything. Your job is to listen and obey. If this episode encouraged you, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend who is longing to hear God's voice more clearly. Let's continue becoming the women God created us to be—one step of obedience at a time. DOWNLOAD THE SPIRITUAL GIFT ASSESSMENT [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1w4qB_p7-N0apE-tvvqGXBHJLQ7vtr3bh/view?usp=sharing] 🎁✝️ BECOMING A WOMAN OF VALUE FREE 5 DAY CHALLENGE [https://www.thejoyfulfitlife.com/becoming-a-woman-of-value-challenge-landing-page] 💗   Connect with me here:  WEBSITE: https://www.thejoyfulfitlife.com/ [https://www.thejoyfulfitlife.com/]