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Wilderness Mentality #5 Sep 05, 2024

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In this episode of Blessed and Bossed Up, Tatum continues the journey through Battlefield of the Mind by Joyce Meyer, diving into Wilderness Mentality #5, which centers around the concept of patience. Tatum emphasizes how impatience stems from pride and the critical importance of mastering patience as entrepreneurs who are also serving God. She discusses how operating a business, managing goals, and living by faith require balance and patience—waiting on God’s timing instead of rushing ahead.

Tatum also introduces the next book for the podcast's book discussion, Leadership as an Identity by Crawford Loritz, a Christian leadership guide with a biblical perspective. Make sure to grab your copy and prepare to dive into this next study with the podcast community.

Key Points:

New Book Announcement: The next book in the podcast’s reading series is Leadership as an Identity: The Four Traits of Those Who Will Lasting Influence by Crawford Loritz. Tatum will be reading it for the first time along with the audience, so be sure to grab your copy now to prepare for the upcoming discussion.

Patience in Business and Life: Tatum explores the concept of patience and how it relates to pride and humility. She draws from Joyce Meyer's insights and personal stories to explain why waiting well is essential for growth as an entrepreneur and a servant of the Lord. The theme is summarized through the scripture James 5:7, highlighting the importance of patiently waiting on God's timing, much like a farmer waits for the harvest.

Impatience as a Form of Pride: Tatum and Joyce Meyer discuss how impatience reflects a sense of pride and entitlement, thinking too highly of oneself. Humility, on the other hand, calls us to submit to God's timing and trust His process. Tatum encourages listeners to shift their mindset and eagerly anticipate what God has planned, rather than rushing through the journey.

Realistic vs. Idealistic Thinking: Tatum touches on how idealistic thinking can set us up for frustration when things don’t go as perfectly as imagined. She advises grounding your dreams in reality, remaining humble, and submitting to God's perfect timing.

Practical Application: Throughout the episode, Tatum offers practical steps to combat impatience, including asking follow-up questions to God when receiving instruction, learning to wait well, and quoting affirmations that align with God’s timing.

Scriptures Referenced:

James 5:7 – “Be patient, therefore, brothers, until the coming of the Lord.”

Romans 12:3 – "Do not think you are better than you really are."

John 16:33 – “In this world, you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”

Links Mentioned:

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Wilderness Mentality #4 Aug 30, 2024

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In this episode of the Blessed and Bossed Up podcast, Tatum continues the deep dive into Joyce Meyer's book Battlefield of the Mind, focusing on Wilderness Mentality #4. The discussion centers around the dangers of complaining, fault-finding, and grumbling, and how these negative behaviors can prevent us from entering into the "promised land" that God has for us. Tatum shares personal insights and practical strategies on how to cultivate a mindset of gratitude and patience, even during seasons of suffering.

Key Points:

Upcoming Book Study: Tatum announces the next book for the podcast's book discussion: Leadership as an Identity: The Four Traits of Those Who Last by Crawford Loritz. This book explores the character qualities that define a godly leader and will complement the ongoing Bible on Business series.
Free Live Training: Tatum introduces an upcoming free live training on September 12th at 7 p.m. EST titled "God Math: The Spiritual Formula Every Busy Woman Needs." She shares the divine equation revealed to her—Consecration + Concentration = Multiplication—and how it can help women achieve harmony in their busy lives.
Wilderness Mentality #4: The focus of this episode is on the mentality of complaining, grumbling, and fault-finding. Tatum discusses how these behaviors mirror the Israelites' attitude in the wilderness and warns of the negative power they can unleash in our lives.
Biblical Examples: The episode highlights the contrasting examples of Joseph, who endured suffering with a godly attitude and was ultimately rewarded, and the Israelites, whose constant complaining led to their downfall.
Practical Applications: Tatum shares personal strategies for dealing with seasons of suffering, including the "I feel, but I know" method, finding and meditating on relevant scriptures, and maintaining a heart of gratitude and patience.

Scriptures Referenced:

1 Peter 2:19-23 - Encouragement to follow Christ’s example of suffering without complaint.
Ephesians 4:1-2 - The call to live a life worthy of your calling with humility, meekness, and patience.
Genesis 39-50 - The story of Joseph as an example of enduring suffering with a godly attitude.
1 Corinthians 10:1-13 - Lessons from Israel’s idolatry and the consequences of complaining.
Philippians 4:6 - A reminder to present our requests to God with thanksgiving and without anxiety.

Call to Action:

Get the Next Book: Click the link in the show notes to purchase Leadership as an Identity and join the next book discussion. https://amzn.to/3AFWaY2
Register for the Free Live Training: Don’t miss the "God Math" training on September 12th. Click the link in the show notes to register: https://anchoredmedia.kartra.com/page/pum7
Bible on Business Dashboard: Download the free Bible on Business Dashboard to enhance your study and application of the scriptures discussed in this series. https://anchoredmedia.kartra.com/page/iSP6

How to Be Both Content and Ambitious Aug 25, 2024

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In this episode of the Blessed and Bossed Up podcast, Tatum dives deep into the challenge of balancing ambition and contentment as a Christian entrepreneur. Using two key scriptures, Philippians 4:11-13 and 1 Timothy 6:6-11, Tatum shares insights on how to maintain a content heart while pursuing your God-given dreams. This episode is filled with practical advice on setting boundaries, safeguarding against selfish ambition, and prioritizing godliness in your business journey.

Key Points Discussed:

Contentment and Ambition: Understanding that ambition is not inherently wrong, but it must be tempered to avoid falling into selfish ambition.
Biblical Insights: A detailed look at Philippians 4:11-13 and 1 Timothy 6:6-11, focusing on how Paul exemplified contentment even in the most challenging circumstances.
Boundaries for Contentment: Tatum outlines four essential boundaries to help maintain contentment and avoid the pitfalls of greed and covetousness.
Prioritize Godliness: Keep your focus on living a life that reflects your devotion to God.
Guard Against Greed: Practice generosity and stay grounded in the Word to avoid covetousness.
Balance in Life: Ensure your business doesn't consume your entire life, leaving room for family, friends, and personal growth.
Regular Heart Checks: Continually assess your motivations and reactions to ensure they align with God's will.

Resources Mentioned:

Bible on Business Dashboard: Tatum introduces a new, free resource for listeners. This dashboard provides Bible study guides tailored to each podcast episode, helping you dive deeper into the scriptures and apply them to your business. Download it: https://anchoredmedia.kartra.com/page/iSP6
Join the Conversation: Subscribe to Tatum's YouTube channel where she goes live to discuss the Bible on Business series, offering a behind-the-scenes look at her study process: https://www.youtube.com/@TatumTemia

Scriptures to Study:

Philippians 4:11-13: Learning to be content in every circumstance.
1 Timothy 6:6-11: The dangers of desiring wealth and the importance of pursuing righteousness.

Wilderness Mentality #3 Aug 23, 2024

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In this episode of the Blessed and Bossed Up podcast, Tatum continues her deep dive into Joyce Meyer's book, Battlefield of the Mind. We're exploring Chapter 18, which brings us to Wilderness Mentality #3: "Please Make Everything Easy: I Can't Take It If Things Are Too Hard." This mentality highlights the common struggle many of us face when we find ourselves wanting an easy path, but God is calling us to something more challenging.

Key Discussion Points:

Recap of Previous Chapters: Tatum recaps the previous wilderness mentalities covered in earlier chapters:
Chapter 16: "My Future is Determined by My Past and My Present."
Chapter 17: "Someone Do It for Me: I Don't Want to Take Responsibility."
Wilderness Mentality #3:
Tatum discusses how this mindset of wanting an easy path can hinder our spiritual growth.
She emphasizes the importance of understanding that God's commandments, though challenging, are not beyond our reach.
Tatum reflects on her personal experiences, highlighting how adopting the mantra "I can do hard things" has helped her overcome difficult situations.
Scriptural Insights:
Deuteronomy 30:11 is highlighted to show that God's commandments are not too hard for us to follow.
John 14:16 is discussed to emphasize the role of the Holy Spirit as our helper, who empowers us to do what might seem impossible in our own strength.
Exodus 13:17-18 is referenced to illustrate how God sometimes leads us on the hard path for our own good and character development.
Galatians 6:9 and Philippians 4:12-13 are cited to encourage listeners to persist in doing good and to rely on Christ's strength in all circumstances.
Practical Application:
Tatum provides actionable strategies for shifting from a mentality of defeat to one of victory:
Leaning more into God's presence when things get tough.
Engaging more deeply in prayer, fasting, and scripture to strengthen spiritual resilience.
Recognizing that difficult situations are often God's way of preparing us for greater things.

Important Items:

Book Recommendation: If you haven't already, pick up a copy of Battlefield of the Mind by Joyce Meyer. Start from Chapter 1 and follow along with Tatum’s discussions.
YouTube Channel: Subscribe to Tatum’s YouTube channel for spontaneous live sessions and replays where she dives deeper into topics like these.

Connect with Tatum:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tatumtemia/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TatumTemia
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Scriptures Mentioned:

Deuteronomy 30:11
John 14:16
Exodus 13:17-18
Galatians 6:9
Philippians 4:12-13

Tatum leaves listeners with a powerful reminder: Hard is not the narrative we need to rehearse—victory is. No matter the challenges, remember that the fight is fixed in our favor, and the suffering we face is temporary. Stay strong in faith, and don’t grow weary in doing good.

Surrendering to God's Timing in Every Season Aug 19, 2024

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In this episode of the Blessed and Bossed Up podcast, Tatum takes a brief pause from the Bible on Business series to share a deeply personal and timely message about surrendering to the current season of life. As a married woman with young children, Tatum reflects on the challenges and blessings of balancing ambition with the demands of family life. She opens up about the internal struggle of valuing business success over success in the home and how God is teaching her to focus her drive and ambition on her family during this season.

Tatum shares insights on how God is mothering her through this journey, highlighting the importance of obedience, legacy, and total life harmony. This episode is a powerful reminder for ambitious women who are navigating the complexities of marriage, motherhood, and entrepreneurship. Tatum encourages listeners to embrace the season they are in, surrender to God's leadership, and trust that their business and family will thrive as a result of their obedience.

Key Takeaways:

The importance of embracing and surrendering to the season of life you are in.
How God is refining Tatum’s understanding of success, particularly in the context of family and home.
The concept of total life harmony over balance and how to achieve it in your current season.
A call for high-achieving women to focus their ambition on their homes and trust that their businesses will not suffer as a result.
The significance of leaving a legacy through your family that surpasses financial or business success.

Scripture References:

Proverbs 14:1 - "The wise woman builds her house, but with her own hands the foolish one tears hers down."
Proverbs 31 - The Proverbs 31 woman as an inspiration for thriving in both home and business.

Links Mentioned:

Subscribe to Tatum’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TatumTemia
Join the Purpose to Podcast Program: https://www.videoask.com/fyt8cv1k0
Follow Tatum on Instagram: @TatumTemia

Wilderness Mentality #2 Aug 13, 2024

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In this episode of the Blessed and Bossed Up podcast, Tatum continues the discussion on Joyce Meyer's book Battlefield of the Mind, focusing on chapter 17, which deals with the "wilderness mentality" of avoiding responsibility. Tatum highlights the importance of taking personal responsibility for the opportunities and callings that God places before us. She emphasizes that Christian growth involves moving from dependence on others to a mature, self-disciplined faith that actively seeks God's guidance directly, rather than relying solely on others for spiritual direction. Tatum uses the example of the Israelites and Moses to illustrate how reliance on leaders like Moses can sometimes lead to spiritual complacency, where believers avoid taking personal responsibility for their faith journey.

Tatum also reflects on the need for proper spiritual mentorship and development before stepping into leadership or ministry roles, using her own experiences of being discipled and mentored by more seasoned Christians as examples. She warns against the dangers of prematurely starting Christian platforms without proper spiritual grounding, urging listeners to take their callings seriously by seeking discipleship and spiritual development.

Finally, she concludes by encouraging listeners to be not just hearers of God’s call, but also responsible and prepared to take action, ensuring they are among the "chosen" who are ready to fulfill God's purpose.

Losing 83% Aug 12, 2024

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In this episode of the Blessed and Bossed Up podcast, Tatum continues the Bible on Business series by exploring the passage in John 6:60-71, where Jesus experiences a significant drop in followers after delivering a challenging teaching. Tatum uses this story to draw parallels for Christian entrepreneurs, emphasizing that a sharp decline in business metrics, like followers or revenue, can happen even when you're following God's plan. She offers four practical tips for entrepreneurs to prepare for such scenarios: don’t be thrown off by people walking away, focus on those who remain faithful, diversify revenue streams, and prepare financially for tough seasons. Tatum also stresses the importance of aligning your business with God’s purpose, ensuring that you're driven by mission rather than metrics. She concludes by encouraging listeners to build their businesses wisely, with safeguards in place, so that even if the truth offends others and affects the bottom line, the business remains stable.

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Building Spiritual Discernment: Qualifying the Word and Testing the Spirit Aug 10, 2024

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In this episode of the Blessed and Bossed Up podcast, Tatum shares a replay from a live discussion with Dr. Sharla Walker. Together, they dive into the importance of building spiritual discernment and the need for biblical literacy in the lives of believers. They emphasize how crucial it is to test the spirits by the Spirit of God to ensure that the messages, prophecies, and words received are truly from Him. The episode covers practical steps to qualify and verify these spiritual messages using scripture and personal reflection. Tatum and Dr. Sharla also discuss the dangers of turning Christianity into an aesthetic rather than a genuine lifestyle and address common objections believers may have when instructed by God to take actions like stepping away from social media. The episode concludes with an encouragement to trust God deeply, not because of external successes but because of His unwavering faithfulness and love.

Scriptures Mentioned:

1 John 4:1-2
Acts 17:10-12
Luke 5:16
John 6:60
Matthew 26:36-56 (Garden of Gethsemane)
Matthew 17 (Mount of Transfiguration)
Proverbs 3:5-6
Galatians 5:17
Psalm 91

Resources:

Bible Gateway:https://www.biblegateway.com/
Bible Hub: https://biblehub.com/
OpenBible.info: https://www.openbible.info/topics/
The Prescription for Purpose Podcast: Hosted by Dr. Sharla Walker, available on all major podcast platforms https://www.rxforpurpose.com/podcast

Full Live Replay: https://youtube.com/live/anvede9H-oI

Wilderness Mentality #1 Aug 04, 2024

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In this episode of the Blessed and Bossed Up podcast, Tatum continues the discussion on Joyce Meyer's book, Battlefield of the Mind. Now 63% through the book, Tatum delves into the final section, "Wilderness Mentalities," focusing on the first mentality: "My Future is Determined by My Past and My Present." Tatum explores the importance of vision, the pitfalls of dwelling on past and present circumstances, and the need for a mindset shift towards faith and God's promises.

Key Points:

Introduction:
Tatum provides an overview of the progress in Battlefield of the Mind by Joyce Meyer.
Recap of Part 1 (Importance of the Mind) and Part 2 (Conditions of the Mind).
Introduction to Part 3: Wilderness Mentalities, and the importance of addressing these mentalities to move forward.
Deuteronomy 1 and 2:
Reflects on the Israelites' 40-year journey in the wilderness for what should have been an 11-day trip.
Joyce Meyer’s revelation: The Israelites' prolonged journey was due to a "wilderness mentality."
Wilderness Mentalities:
First Mentality: "My Future is Determined by My Past and My Present."
Reference to Proverbs 29:18, emphasizing the importance of vision.
Joyce Meyer highlights how the Israelites focused on their past and present circumstances, hindering their progress.
Self-Reflection and Application:
Tatum encourages listeners to reflect on their own lives and identify if they are operating with a wilderness mentality.
Importance of shifting focus from past and present limitations to God's promises and vision.
The necessity of contentment and gratitude in the journey, avoiding the trap of constantly seeking what's next.
Personal Insights:
Tatum shares her personal experiences and struggles with maintaining a growth mindset while also being content and grateful.
The importance of recognizing and celebrating God's past blessings and current provisions.
Therapy and Introspection:
Discusses the balance between therapy and introspection, and relying on God's guidance for a complete understanding of one's identity and future.
Childlike Curiosity:
Tatum emphasizes the need to maintain a childlike curiosity and dependence on God, using her personal story and references to The Chosen series.
Call to Action:
Tatum encourages listeners to take their wilderness mentality to the Lord and seek His vision for their future.
Reminds listeners that divine guidance sustains and provides clarity and direction.

Scriptures Mentioned:

Deuteronomy 1 and 2
Proverbs 29:18 (King James Version and Message Version)
Luke 4:18-19
Isaiah 11:1-3
Colossians 3:2
Deuteronomy 1 and 2
Numbers 14:2,3
Numbers 20:2-4
Numbers 21:4-5
Genesis 13:7-11
Genesis 13: 14-15

Link to book: https://a.co/d/cn8QzNM

Introducing: Mom Keys to Mental Peace Podcast Jul 30, 2024

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It's an honor to introduce to you an amazing podcast by my mentee - Tari Khiya Allen-Butler. If you are a mother looking to create the foundation that you didn't have, check out the Mom Keys to Mental Peace Podcast and check out this sample episode for what you can expect from the podcast.

About MKTMP: Welcome to the Mom Keys to Mental Peace Podcast, where we empower millennial mothers to cultivate a deeper connection with God, nurture their mental well-being, and prioritize family care without sacrificing their own identity. Join us as we explore practical strategies to declutter and organize your thoughts, paving the way for holistic life harmony.

Tune in to discover the essential keys to overcoming obstacles and achieving your goals while aligning with God's purpose for your life. Whether you're striving for personal growth, professional success, or a more fulfilling family life, our podcast offers valuable insights to help you level up your lifestyle God's way.

Get ready to unlock the secrets to mental peace and spiritual fulfillment. It's time to embrace the abundant life you deserve as a mother, guided by faith and empowered by wisdom. Let's embark on this journey together towards a life of purpose, balance, and joy.

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