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What the Bible Teaches Us About Leading Like Christ Jun 30, 2025

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Still on a Brief Break

Tatum kicks off this episode by sharing a major life update—she is officially a mom of three, having welcomed her baby girl on June 10th. While she’s not taking a full maternity leave, she’ll be easing back into content with a mix of fresh and replayed episodes through the start of July. She invites listeners to lean into these timely throwbacks, trusting that the Holy Spirit is still speaking through them.

Bible on Business Series Begins

This episode officially launches the Bible on Business series—a comprehensive, in-depth look at how biblical principles apply to leadership and entrepreneurship. Tatum unpacks the first message in the series, focusing on what it means to be a shepherd in business and how entrepreneurs can adopt the characteristics of Christ in how they serve their audiences.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

Why God is calling Christian entrepreneurs to shepherd His people, not just serve customers
The surprising similarities between sheep and consumer behavior (brand loyalty, dependency, vulnerability, and more)
How to lead with love, patience, and spiritual integrity—even when things go wrong
Biblical examples of shepherding leadership: Matthew 18, John 21, Acts 20, and 1 Peter 2
How to recover from mistakes in business with humility and restoration
Why consecration and devotion are essential for long-term leadership impact

Practical Applications:

How to re-engage inactive clients or community members like the parable of the lost sheep
Tips for sacrificial leadership in tough business seasons
Creating systems and rhythms to stay spiritually aligned while leading in the marketplace

Featured Scriptures:

Matthew 18:12–14
John 21:15–17
Acts 20:28
1 Peter 2:25
1 John 2:27

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Endurance Is a Business Strategy Jun 27, 2025

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I'm still on a quick podcast break as I adjust to life as a new mom of three—yes, I welcomed a beautiful baby girl on June 10th! During this short break, I’ll be sharing some previously released episodes that the Holy Spirit led me to revisit. Today’s replay is no accident—trust that it’s exactly what you need right now.

Episode Summary:

In this powerful episode of Blessed + Bossed Up, Tatum shares an unfiltered testimony of entrepreneurship, spiritual warfare, and God's faithfulness through seasons of pressure. Beginning with a prophetic insight about not being swayed by metrics in this current season, she unpacks the biblical story of Noah as a template for endurance in business.

Tatum walks us through her real-life journey of purchasing Anchored Media Studios, facing unexpected financial pressure, laying off team members, and enduring what felt like a wilderness season—all while staying obedient to God's instructions. This episode is more than encouragement; it's a blueprint for those navigating long seasons of testing and waiting.

Whether you're in a slow season, feeling discouraged, or questioning if your business will survive, this episode reminds you that endurance is part of the calling—and God rewards those who remain faithful under pressure.

Key Takeaways:

Endurance ≠ failure. It’s the strategy that qualifies you for promotion.
Do not misread your season. Lack of results does not mean lack of favor.
Remain under the weight. Some suffering is your portion, not your punishment.
Obedience breeds provision. God gave Tatum specific instructions that led to breakthrough.
Testimonies inspire transformation. Your perseverance encourages others to keep going.

Scriptural References:

Genesis 6–9 (Noah’s obedience during corrupt times)
James 5:11 (Job and endurance)
Romans 4:20–21 (Abraham’s faith)
Hebrews 11:1 (Faith in the unseen)

Practical Applications:

Have faith in the unseen. Follow God’s instruction even if you see no results.
Persevere through the challenges. Know that pressure is producing something.
Endure delayed gratification. God’s timing is not your timing—but it’s perfect.
Trust God’s timeline. Waiting is a sign of maturity, not a waste of time.
Know your testimony matters. Someone else’s breakthrough depends on your endurance.

📌 Announcements:

New episodes will resume early July. Until then, enjoy these Spirit-led throwbacks.
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It’s Time for a Digital Detox Jun 25, 2025

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Tatum is still on a quick break after welcoming her beautiful baby girl on June 10th! While she recovers and adjusts to life as a mom of three, we’re revisiting a few powerful past episodes that are still deeply relevant today. This one originally aired in 2019, but the message is timeless.

⚠️ Heads up: Any products mentioned in this episode (such as signed books or tour leftovers) are no longer available—unless noted otherwise on Amazon.

In This Episode:

Whether you’re already planning for the new year or trying to catch your breath from the current one, this episode is a wake-up call. Tatum shares why now is the perfect time to take a digital detox—especially if you're constantly consuming content, hopping on trends, or feeling pressure to do more just because everyone else is.

She breaks down the two types of entrepreneurs who often spiral in Q4 (“super consumers” and “super strategists”) and offers practical advice on how to unplug and hear from God clearly. You’ll walk away with clarity, strategy, and peace of mind.

Shift from Content Creator to Thought Leader Jun 19, 2025

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In this heartfelt and strategy-packed episode, Tatum opens with a long-awaited announcement: she has officially welcomed her third child—a beautiful baby girl born on June 10th. After a deeply personal journey of prayer and faith, God has answered her desire to be a girl mom. While she’s taking two weeks to adjust to life as a mom of three, she’s also dropping one of her most transformative episodes yet.

Tatum shares the full message she gave during the Christian Content Creator Town Hall—one that God originally gave her in private prayer. In it, she challenges believers to stop striving to be content creators and step fully into their call as thought leaders. She explains the difference between the two, gives a biblical foundation (including how Jesus, Paul, and other leaders demonstrated thought leadership), and offers actionable steps to make the shift.

Whether you're a podcaster, coach, author, or creative—this episode will reframe your mindset, align your purpose with heaven’s agenda, and help you build something with eternal impact.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

The distinction between content creators and thought leaders
Why building solely on social platforms is a risky strategy
How Jesus and Paul modeled thought leadership in scripture
The long-term benefits of creating original frameworks and IP
Practical ways to build a thought leadership brand that glorifies God
Why thought leadership is a form of consecrated creativity

Scripture References:

Romans 12:2
Matthew 7:28–29
Matthew 13
Matthew 5:21–22
1 Corinthians, Galatians, and other Pauline epistles

Your Homework:

Study these biblical figures as thought leaders:

Moses
Nehemiah
Daniel
Esther
Solomon
John the Baptist
Paul

Special Announcement Jun 17, 2025

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In this special episode, Tatum shares a personal and long-awaited announcement—she has officially welcomed her third child, a beautiful baby girl, born on June 10th. After a deeply personal journey of faith, prayer, and waiting, God has answered her heart’s desire in a way only He could. With deep gratitude and joy, Tatum reflects on what it means to now be a mother of three and why she chose to keep this part of her story private until now.

Though she won’t be taking an official maternity leave, she shares what listeners can expect in the coming weeks, including a few re-aired episodes handpicked by the Holy Spirit to speak to listeners in this season. This episode, recorded before baby girl's arrival, is part of the ongoing Bible on Business series and explores a message that’s been brewing in Tatum's heart: redefining success from a kingdom perspective.

Episode Summary:

In this powerfully honest episode of Blessed + Bossed Up, Tatum shares the joyous news of becoming a mother of three and opens up about how this life transition has deeply influenced her perspective on success. As part of the ongoing Bible on Business series, Tatum dives into the book of Ecclesiastes, unpacking its sobering wisdom and how it challenges our modern pursuit of wealth, achievement, and recognition.

This isn’t just another motivational message—this is a spiritual detox. Tatum dismantles the false doctrine of prosperity theology, exposes the hidden costs of hustle culture, and reveals how many Christian entrepreneurs are unknowingly caught in a counterfeit version of success. Through scripture, statistics, and heartfelt reflection, she encourages us to reevaluate what we’re building and why.

If you’ve ever felt anxious about not being "far enough along," tired from trying to keep up with others, or confused about what God really wants for your life and business—this episode will set you free. It’s time to reset your vision with a biblically grounded point of view.

In This Episode, You'll Learn:

Why Tatum kept her third pregnancy private and how her faith journey shaped the experience
How Ecclesiastes brings clarity about purpose, mortality, and God’s sovereignty
Why the world’s definition of success leads to burnout, anxiety, and discontent
How prosperity theology twists scripture and keeps believers bound
The truth about biblical success, contentment, and God’s provision
How to reset your mindset before planning your next business move or setting 2025 goals

Scripture References:

Ecclesiastes (entire book)
Philippians 4:19
Malachi 3:10
Matthew 6:24, 6:31–33
Joshua 1:8
1 Timothy 6:17–19
James 1:2–4
Philippians 4:11–13

Faith Over Formula Jun 05, 2025

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In this powerful installment of the Blessed + Bossed Up podcast, Tatum continues the deep dive into The Spirit-Filled Life by Dr. Charles Stanley—specifically, Chapter 4: “D-Day.” This episode unpacks what it truly means to be filled with the Holy Spirit, debunking common misconceptions about waiting, working, or striving to receive what is already promised.

Tatum shares her own personal reflections and struggles as she, like many of us, wrestles with the temptation to take control instead of surrendering to God. Drawing from Charles Stanley’s vulnerable moment of spiritual breakthrough and her own season of faith, she explores the liberating truth that the Spirit-filled life is not a formula—it’s a relationship.

You’ll learn:

Why striving, begging, or waiting for the Holy Spirit misses the point
The theological and biblical basis for understanding Spirit-infilling as immediate at salvation—not a second-hand experience
The critical distinction between being filled with the Spirit vs. being filled by the Spirit (Ephesians 5:18)
How to recognize if you’re living in survival mode instead of surrender mode—and how to switch postures
Why dependence and surrender are the prerequisites for Spirit-led leadership, peace, and purpose
How to study the Holy Spirit biblically: comparing Acts vs. the Epistles

This is more than a book club episode—this is a call to shift your spiritual posture from doing for God to being with God. Let this episode lead you into deeper intimacy, greater peace, and more powerful impact.

📌 Reflection Questions from Chapter 4:

Take time to prayerfully reflect and journal your answers:

Have you ever found yourself begging, bargaining, or pleading with God for some spiritual change in your life?
Have you worked hard trying to earn something from God that’s freely given?
Have you assumed it's your responsibility to wait on the Holy Spirit to fill you?
Have you been frustrated with how to be filled with the Holy Spirit?
Have you come to a place of total dependence and total surrender to God?

Working While Bleeding Jun 03, 2025

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In this powerful installment of the Bible on Business series, Tatum unpacks the biblical principle of perseverance and its critical role in building a legacy business. Drawing from Acts 14 and Acts 16, we examine the unwavering resilience of Paul—stoned, rejected, and imprisoned—yet unshaken in his mission. Tatum shares personal stories of business disappointment, failed launches, and doubt, while teaching listeners how to endure well with hope and strategy. She also bridges the Word to the marketplace by highlighting the perseverance of Howard Schultz, former CEO of Starbucks, who was rejected over 200 times before transforming the coffee industry. If you’ve ever faced discouragement in your entrepreneurial journey, this episode will re-center your focus, rekindle your faith, and equip you to keep going.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

What biblical perseverance really means (hint: it’s not just “pushing through”)
How to apply Acts 14 & 16 to your business strategy
The difference between godly grit and emotional striving
How to view business failure through a Kingdom lens
Why legacy takes long-term faith, not short-term emotion
How Howard Schultz used perseverance to build Starbucks after hundreds of rejections

Referenced Episode:

➡️ Pushing Through vs Persevering: https://www.blessedandbossedup.com/podcast/episode/236ef1be/perseverance-vs-pushing-through

Marriage, Motherhood & PTSD: Burnout, Balance, and God's Blueprint for Rest May 30, 2025

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This week on Blessed + Bossed Up, we’re doing something a little different—and very needed.

We’re spotlighting an incredible episode from the Marriage, Motherhood & PTSD podcast, hosted by Coach Leah Huggins. Originally created for military wives navigating the effects of PTSD in marriage, this show now speaks to every woman carrying the weight of life, relationships, motherhood, and purpose—especially those doing it all while feeling like they’re running on empty.

In this featured episode, Beating Burnout: Reclaiming Peace When Running On Fumes, Coach Leah unpacks what burnout really looks like and how to begin healing from it—mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. If you’ve been stretched too thin, silently struggling, or just trying to keep it all together, this episode offers biblical truth, personal wisdom, and practical tools to help you reset.

You’ll learn:

The hidden signs of burnout (and why it’s not always obvious)
How PTSD, trauma, and chronic stress affect your energy and peace
Biblical examples of emotional fatigue—like Elijah—and how God responds
Tools for nervous system regulation, rest, and soul-care
How to start setting boundaries that honor both God and yourself
An introduction to the Stress Less Workbook, a life budgeting tool for your peace

🎧 Tune in now and discover why Marriage, Motherhood & PTSD is becoming a go-to podcast for Christian women navigating hard seasons without losing themselves in the process.

🔗 New episodes of Marriage, Motherhood & PTSD are available everywhere you get your podcasts! https://redcircle.com/shows/f1832fdb-4023-4aa4-bf26-b178c2113bb3

The Biblical Blueprint for Handling Conflict in Business May 28, 2025

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In this episode of Blessed + Bossed Up, Tatum dives deep into Acts 15:1–21 to unpack a practical and biblical framework for resolving conflict in business. She walks through the example of the Jerusalem Council and explains how the apostles resolved a major disagreement without compromising truth or unity. Tatum also shares insights from psychological research on conflict avoidance—especially in the digital age—and outlines how modern entrepreneurs can adopt a Christ-centered approach to managing disputes. The episode concludes with a memorable acronym, PEACE, to guide believers through conflict with wisdom, empathy, and clarity.

Key Points Covered:

A verse-by-verse breakdown of Acts 15:1–21 highlighting how conflict was handled in the early church.

The importance of mastering soft skills like conflict resolution for business success and Christian witness.

Data-backed insights on how most people avoid conflict and how that avoidance leads to stress, anxiety, and fractured relationships.

The impact of digital communication on our ability to address issues directly and with empathy.

Tatum’s personal experiences with conflict in business and the lessons she’s learned over the years.

The biblical model of addressing disagreements with humility, truth, community, and clear communication.

Introduction of the PEACE method, a five-step framework based on Acts 15.

The PEACE Method for Conflict Resolution:

P – Pause and Pray: Take a moment before responding. Seek the Holy Spirit’s guidance.

E – Examine the Root Issue: Go beyond surface-level problems to uncover the true cause of the conflict.

A – Approach with Empathy and Accountability: Listen more than you speak. Own your role and respond with grace and truth.

C – Collaborate on a Christ-Centered Solution: Aim for reconciliation, not just resolution. Propose outcomes that honor God and preserve unity.

E – Establish Next Steps: Clarify decisions and expectations. Put agreements in writing to avoid future confusion.

Save the PEACE acronym as a reminder the next time conflict arises in your business or ministry. Use it to remain rooted in biblical truth while navigating difficult conversations.

Understanding the Indwelling of the Holy Spirit May 23, 2025

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In this week’s episode of Blessed and Bossed Up, we continue our journey through The Spirit-Filled Life by Charles Stanley, focusing on Chapter 3: The Indwelling Spirit. Tatum walks through Stanley’s personal experience with imposter syndrome and how it led him to a deeper understanding of the Holy Spirit’s presence and power in his life.

This chapter highlights the difference between simply believing in the Holy Spirit and actively living a Spirit-filled life. Tatum discusses how many believers, though saved and sincere, may not be experiencing the fullness of the Holy Spirit because He is not fully activated in their daily lives. Stanley’s transparency about his own struggle brings clarity and hope for those who want to experience more of God but aren’t sure how.

Through practical application and biblical insight, this episode challenges listeners to consider their own level of intimacy with the Holy Spirit. It’s not just about having Him present, but about allowing Him to fully take residence and lead. The chapter also touches on being sealed by the Spirit and the confidence we can have in knowing that God has taken up permanent residence within us.

Reflection Prompt:

Take a moment to meditate on these two truths:

The Holy Spirit is God.
The Holy Spirit lives in me.

What do these truths mean for your daily life? How should they affect your thoughts, decisions, character, relationships, and sense of purpose?

Scriptures Mentioned (in order of appearance):

1 Corinthians 6:19

1 Corinthians 13:12

Genesis 1:1–3

Colossians 1:13–16

Genesis 1:26

Genesis 1:27

Acts 5:1–4

Hebrews 9:14

John 20:22

Acts 1:8

1 John 3:24

1 Thessalonians 4:8

1 Peter 1:11

Galatians 4:6

1 Corinthians 3:16–17

Romans 8:9

Romans 8:11

2 Timothy 1:14

Jeremiah 31:31–34

Mark 15:38

Ephesians 1:13–14

Matthew 27:66

Revelation 20:3

Revelation 7:4–8

Revelation 14:1–5

Ephesians 4:30

Book Featured

The Spirit-Filled Life: Discover the Joy of Surrendering to the Holy Spirit by Charles Stanley https://a.co/d/ceKoWk3

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