Still Waters Run Deep by Cynthia Newell

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Last year Aretha Franklin's "Bridge Over Troubled Waters" was a constant reminder that God love was comforting and always available. There were so many instances when evening fell and I did not know what to do.  There were many occasions when I needed God to be my strength and still the storm brewing in my heart.  I needed God to carry my portion when unexpected situations arose like filing bankruptcy without an attorney, the sudden onset of illness with a close family member and having to make decisions I never had to make. 

         "Whatever makes you uncomfortable is your biggest opportunity for growth." Bryant McGill

If I had to sum up 2017 to an expression it would most definitely be emotional roller coaster.  My prophetic gift was developed and tested in some unfamiliar ways and endurance  was strengthened through the sudden death of my close friend Darlene. Also, I faced one of the most challenging feats of motherhood when I had to make my two daughters eave our home because of disrespectful behavior toward my husband, their step-father.  I salute women who are a part of blended families; I know how it feels to to be torn between your children and spouse. It takes emotional and spiritual maturity to survive these kinds of situations. This experience inspired my new coaching program, "Abigail's Grace" - designed to support wives with children and wives in blended families - the program will strengthen, stablish and settle your faith. Instead of feeling like death or divorce are your best options women learn how to confidently live fully and peacefully through their experience.

            "You will either step forward in growth or will step backward in safety." Abraham Maslow

I chose to move forward.  When 2018 arrived, I made a decision to focus on things that brought me joy and made me feel connected, free, loved and complete.  In order to accomplish my goals, I knew I had to be intentional, it's no wonder that God gave me the word "intention" for 2018. God even gave meanings for each letter of the word, it means:

Integrity. Now. Time Management. Energy. 
​No Excuses. Teachable. Intuitive. Open. Noble.

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Want a word to guide you through the year?  For the past few years I have been using words to guide me and the results have been mind blowing. 

Let me seek God on your behalf about your word for the year, submit your request here and check your email in 48 hours.

My 2018 vision is to support and encourage emotional maturity, personal development, self-improvement, mental well-being and spiritual growth.  It is my prayer that you'd take full advantage of the spirit-led classes, workshops, programs and events coming your way such as the Titus 2 project, the 2nd annual Sisterhood Empowerment Walk, and so much more!!!! 

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Join me every 2nd and 4th Saturday for the "From Powerless to Powerful" podcast to learn how to turn powerless  moments into moments of powerful growth and faith!  

Season 3, "Intentional Living" has just started!!

It's time to ditch the excuses, stop hiding and start standing your essence!  Having a clear vision and living intentionally will get you the results you deserve. 

On last week's show, "Making Your Mark", special guest, Kimmie Robinson, openly shares how with God she was able to leave an abusive marriage, rebuild her self-esteem and finally say yes to God’s vision for her life which was to launch eLation magazine and the eLation Radio network which has been picked up by iHeart Radio.  Be inspired by Kimmie's journey from powerless to powerful! 

This Saturday Linda Mitchell of Amazing Self LLC will join the show to share on "No More Hiding: The Ultimate Self-Love is Speaking Your Truth". Listen live by dialing 646-564-9842.

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