Growing in Grief, Dripping in Joy

Growing in Grief, Dripping in Joy

In this episode of In Your Favor, I’m sharing a life update and birthday reflection on what has easily been one of the most refining years of my life. From dealing with depression and discomfort in my home to preparing to leave the city I built a life in, this year has been one long reminder that sometimes God won’t let you get comfortable where you’re no longer meant to stay. Through it all, He gave me one word: panning — the process of shaking and sifting to reveal what’s truly valuable. And that’s exactly what this season has been. A shaking. A separating. A revealing of the gold that’s been there all along. If you’ve been in a season where everything feels unsettled or uncertain, this episode is for you. God might not be punishing you, He might just be panning you. Refining you. Getting you ready for what’s next. Follow & Connect! Keep up with me on social @bygraceandmelanin on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube for more encouragement and behind-the-scenes content. Let’s keep walking this journey together 🤍

Gotta Stand on Business

This season finale of In Your Favor is a heart check for anybody who’s been feeling drained, disappointed, or out of alignment. We’re talking boundaries, not as walls to block people out, but as doors that protect what’s sacred. I share what I’ve learned the hard way about betraying my own limits, how to get clear on what you need, and why healthy boundaries are one of the highest forms of self-care. If you’ve struggled to say no, felt guilty for protecting your space, or weren’t even sure where your boundaries should be, this episode is for you.  Follow & Connect! Keep up with me on social! Follow @bygraceandmelanin on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube for more faith and healing content. Let’s walk this journey together! ✨

Given in the Going

In this episode of In Your Favor, I’m sharing a simple story about a missing bonnet that turned into a whole word. I was searching everywhere for something I thought I lost, only to realize it was tucked into the very thing I needed to pick up next. God used that moment to remind me: we often get stuck waiting, searching, and overthinking when the answer is actually tied to the next move He’s already called us to make. We’ll look at the Israelites at the Red Sea, what it means when God says “move on,” and how clarity, provision, and peace are often given in the going. If you’ve been feeling stuck or unsure, this episode is your gentle push to trust that the next step is already blessed, and what you’re looking for might be found in your obedience. Follow & Connect! Keep up with me on social @bygraceandmelanin on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube for more encouragement and behind-the-scenes content. Let’s keep walking this journey together 🤍

Guided to Rest

Sometimes we push ourselves to keep going, not because we’re strong, but because we’re afraid to stop. In this episode of In Your Favor, I’m sharing a real and unfiltered moment from a week that didn’t go as planned. This is your reminder that sometimes the most spiritual thing you can do is stop. To sit down. To breathe. To let God carry what you can’t. Even when you feel the pressure to perform, God is more concerned with your peace. If you’ve ever felt guilty for slowing down, pressured to keep performing, or unsure how to pause when life is moving fast, this episode is for you. Let’s talk about the holiness in stillness, the power of a gentle “no,” and how God lovingly leads us to peace, even when we resist it. Follow & Connect! Keep up with me on social! Follow @bygraceandmelanin [https://instagram.com/bygraceandmelanin] on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube for more faith and healing content. Let’s walk this journey together! ✨

God Insurance

In this episode of In Your Favor, we’re talking about the sneaky ways fear and control show up when we don’t see God’s promises happening on our timeline. I’m sharing what God had to remind me, you don’t need insurance for what He’s already secured. We’ll explore the difference between wisdom and control, what it really means to trust God’s timing, and how to hold on to faith even when the outcome looks different. If you’ve ever struggled with waiting, feared missing your moment, or felt tempted to create a plan B, this one’s for you. Follow & Connect! Keep up with me on social! Follow @bygraceandmelanin [https://www.instagram.com/bygraceandmelanin] on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube for more faith and healing content. Let’s walk this journey together! ✨