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Rhythm Matters More than Routine May 21, 2025

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In this powerful and deeply practical conclusion to the Spirit-Led Business Decisions series, Tatum wraps up what organically grew into a four-part journey into how Christian entrepreneurs can walk with God daily in their business—not just in theory, but in practice. In this final installment, she shifts from theological insight to real-world application, answering the question: "How do I make this a lifestyle and not just lip service?"

Tatum dives into Galatians 5:25 and unpacks what it truly means to "keep in step with the Spirit." She contrasts rhythm vs. routine, exploring why many believers struggle to remain connected to God in their daily grind, and how reclaiming spiritual rhythm—rooted in abiding, alignment, obedient action, and reflection—can transform not just your business, but your entire life.

This episode is for the believer who's tired of burnout, hungry for clarity, and ready to build what God saw before He formed them. If you're ready to stop sprinkling Jesus onto your plans and start submitting to His, this conversation is your blueprint.

What You’ll Learn:

The difference between routine and rhythm—and why rhythm is more biblical and fruitful.
The true meaning of Galatians 5:25 and its call to live Spirit-led daily.
Psychological and spiritual reasons we struggle to abide with God consistently.
How to build your business from a place of intimacy, not ambition.
A practical four-part system: Abide, Align, Act, Assess—for keeping in sync with God in every business season.

Key Scriptures:

Galatians 5:25 – “Since we live by the Spirit, let us keep in step with the Spirit.”
John 15:5 – “Apart from Me, you can do nothing.”
Luke 10:38–42 – Martha vs. Mary on routine vs. rhythm.
Exodus 16 – God’s provision of manna and the daily rhythm of trust.
Mark 1:35, John 5:19 – Jesus’ example of ministry led by presence, not pressure.

Business + Faith Takeaways:

Routines may be efficient, but rhythms anchor you to presence.
Strategy should be Spirit-led—not stress-driven.
Aligning with God’s timing produces peace, flexibility, and more fruit.
Obedience matters more than optics or output.

Resources & Related Episodes:

How to Make Spirit-Led Business Decisions – Part 1: https://www.blessedandbossedup.com/podcast/episode/3c5c4d42/how-to-make-spirit-led-business-decisions-pt-1
Worship, Fasting, and Divine Strategy – Part 2: https://www.blessedandbossedup.com/podcast/episode/1edd3a2b/how-to-make-spirit-led-business-decisions-pt-2
Mobility + Flexibility in Business – Part 3: https://www.blessedandbossedup.com/podcast/episode/21747377/how-to-make-spirit-led-business-decisions-pt-3
How to Have a Business Meeting with God: https://www.blessedandbossedup.com/podcast/episode/515b3ca9/196-how-to-have-a-business-meeting-with-god
Digital Detox Episode: https://www.blessedandbossedup.com/podcast/episode/50e68525/251-take-a-digital-break-sis

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The Holy Spirit is Not an “It” or a "Ghost" May 18, 2025

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In this powerful and transparent episode, we continue our journey through the book The Spirit-Filled Life by Dr. Charles Stanley, focusing on Chapter 2: “My First Encounter.” Tatum dives into Dr. Stanley’s personal reflections, her own early confusion around the Holy Spirit, and the deeply transformative truths revealed through Scripture about who the Holy Spirit really is.

From church traditions and misinformation to real encounters with the Spirit of God, this episode breaks down misconceptions and invites you into a deeper awareness and relationship with the Holy Spirit—not as an “it,” but as the living, active, thinking, and feeling person He is.

If you've ever felt confused, intimidated, or even unsure about who the Holy Spirit is and how He operates in your life, this episode will meet you with truth, grace, and clarity. You’ll walk away equipped to recognize the fingerprints of the Spirit in your day-to-day life and encouraged to surrender to the divine guidance available to you.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

The biblical identity of the Holy Spirit as a person—not a force or an “it”
Why speaking in tongues is not the only evidence of being Spirit-filled
The key tasks of the Holy Spirit (with Scripture references)
How to discern between conviction and condemnation
Personal stories of early confusion and real encounters with the Holy Spirit
Practical steps to develop greater awareness and relationship with the Holy Spirit

SCRIPTURES MENTIONED:

John 16:8–11 – Conviction
John 16:12–15 – Illumination and Teaching
Romans 8:14 – Guidance
Romans 8:16 – Assurance
Romans 8:26 – Intercession
Acts 20:22–23 – Direction and Warnings
1 Corinthians 2:11–12, 1 Corinthians 12:11 – Knowledge and Will of the Spirit
Ephesians 4:30, Romans 15:30 – Emotion of the Spirit

CHALLENGE FOR THE WEEK:

Reflect on the tasks of the Holy Spirit mentioned in the episode and look for them in your daily life.
Ask yourself: Have I been guilty of ignoring the Holy Spirit?
Begin to intentionally acknowledge Him as a person and seek to develop a daily awareness of His work in your life.

GET THE BOOK:

Grab your physical copy of The Spirit-Filled Life by Dr. Charles Stanley and follow along with our Book Club! https://amzn.to/43i0044

How to Make Spirit-Led Business Decisions pt. 3 May 14, 2025

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In this continuation of the Bible on Business series, Tatum walks through Acts 16:6–10 to illustrate how critical it is for Christian entrepreneurs to embrace mobility and flexibility when building a business God’s way. Using Paul’s second missionary journey as a framework, this episode explores what it looks like to make strategic plans while remaining fully open to divine redirection.

If you’re someone who knows you’re called but keeps facing closed doors, delays, or redirections that don’t make sense, this message is for you. Tatum speaks to the emotional and spiritual tension of following God with excellence while trusting Him to guide every step—even when plans change.

She also shares a personal story about obeying the Holy Spirit with no confirmation and how that decision ultimately protected her and her family. This episode will shift your mindset around delays, reframe how you view closed doors, and help you move forward with peace and confidence.

Key Takeaways

A closed door is not failure—it can be divine redirection.
The Holy Spirit often leads us as we move, not before.
Flexibility and mobility are vital for kingdom entrepreneurs.
Being spiritual is not the same as being Spirit-led.
Obedience does not always come with external confirmation.
The people God is calling you to serve are already prepared to receive you.

Scripture Focus

Acts 16:6–10 (ESV and The Message)
Proverbs 16:9
Romans 8:14
Galatians 5:25

This Episode is For You If:

You are clear about your calling but uncertain about next steps.
You’ve experienced unexpected closed doors and felt discouraged.
You struggle to distinguish between faith and fear in business decisions.
You are tired of waiting for external confirmation before obeying God.
You want to operate in peace rather than anxiety as you build your business.

Topics Covered

Strategic planning vs. spiritual discernment
What to do when you face delays, pivots, or redirections
The importance of maintaining spiritual rhythm in business
How over-attachment to your vision can block divine movement
The role of fear and anxiety in clouding discernment
How obedience leads to favor and alignment with your ideal clients

The Joy You’ve Been Missing Starts with the Holy Spirit May 07, 2025

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If you're tired of "just doing your best" and still coming up empty — this episode is for you.

Tatum opens up about how her passion for business, once ignited by God, slowly became routine... heavy... even burdensome. Sound familiar? Whether it’s your faith, your work, or your purpose — if you've ever wondered why the fire doesn’t feel the same anymore, this episode will meet you where you are.

This week kicks off our new Blessed + Bossed Up Book Club series on The Spirit-Filled Life by Dr. Charles Stanley, a deeply personal and theologically grounded guide to rediscovering the joy, peace, and power that comes from truly living led by the Holy Spirit.

Through honest reflection and raw storytelling, Tatum explores what it means to surrender again — not just your business goals, but your heart, your weariness, your routine, your emotions — all of it. She shares how the Holy Spirit met her right where she was, not in perfection, but in her honesty.

This episode is a permission slip to stop striving and start abiding.

You’ll Hear About:

Why May is a personal turning point for Tatum in faith, family, and entrepreneurship
How The Spirit-Filled Life meets you in dry, discouraged seasons
The truth about burnout in faith and business—and how the Holy Spirit revives
What makes the Christian walk different from striving in your own strength
Practical ways to assess if you’re truly living Spirit-led
How to prepare your heart to journey with us through this book

Discussion Questions (from the book’s “Think About It” section):

Is there a vast difference between what you experienced as a new believer and what you're experiencing now?
Do you know Christians who just seem to have something or know something that you don't?
What makes you different from friends who aren't believers?
Peace, joy, and love—are they evident in your life?
What can you currently attribute to the power of the Holy Spirit in your life?
How would you explain what it means to be filled with the Holy Spirit?

Call to Action:

Grab a physical copy of The Spirit-Filled Life by Dr. Charles Stanley. This one isn’t just for reading—it’s for highlighting, journaling, and letting God speak to you in the margins: https://amzn.to/43ahrnj

ournal through the questions in this episode. Write honestly. Cry if you need to. The goal is not performance—it’s surrender.

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Don’t Be Spiritually Scammed: Qualify Wise Counsel Apr 30, 2025

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In this special replay episode of Blessed + Bossed Up, Tatum revisits one of the most crucial conversations for today’s believer: how to qualify wise counsel. Following her recent teaching on Spirit-led business decisions from Acts 13:1–4, this episode builds upon that foundation by emphasizing the importance of discerning who we allow to pour into us—especially in an era where spiritual influence can be bought, marketed, and misused.

Using 2 Kings 4:1–7 as the anchor text, Tatum unpacks the story of a desperate widow, divine instruction, and miraculous provision. Through this narrative, she walks listeners through how wise counsel played a key role in this woman’s breakthrough—and how we can discern and apply the same principles in our own lives and businesses.

This conversation isn’t just about avoiding deception—it’s about equipping you to hear from God clearly in a noisy world and ensuring that those you go to for advice are truly led by the Spirit.

Main Points Covered:

Why this episode is being reposted: Tatum shares the intention behind revisiting this message—to reinforce the importance of spiritual discernment, especially as believers are often influenced by online voices and virtual leaders.
Biblical Foundation: 2 Kings 4:1–7 is explored in-depth as a model for how God uses wise counsel to deliver strategy and provision.
Discerning Influence: The difference between godly counsel and well-meaning but misaligned advice.
Spiritual Maturity: Why humility, biblical grounding, and discernment are non-negotiables for those we allow to guide us.

Five Characteristics of Wise Counsel:

God-Centered: They fear the Lord and submit their advice to what God is saying—not just what works.
Biblically Sound: Their guidance aligns with scripture in full context and is rooted in truth.
Discerning: They are able to perceive beyond surface issues and speak to the root.
Humble and Teachable: They don’t lead with ego or accolades, but with a heart postured toward serving and hearing from God.
Experienced and Spiritually Mature: Their track record is submitted to God, and their insight is seasoned by both time and obedience.

Examples of Wise and Unwise Counsel in Scripture:

Moses and Jethro – Exodus 18:13–24
Paul and Timothy – 2 Timothy 1:6–7
Rehoboam and His Advisors – 1 Kings 12:6–15 (a case study in ignoring wise counsel)

Tatum’s Encouragement:

You don’t always have time to vet people when crisis hits. That’s why building relationships with biblically sound, Spirit-led leaders before you’re in need is essential. Don’t wait until you're overwhelmed to figure out who you can trust. Use this episode as a guide to start evaluating your circle now.

How to Make Spirit-Led Business Decisions pt. 2 Apr 28, 2025

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In this continuation of our Bible on Business series, we dive deeper into the process of making Holy Spirit-led business decisions. Picking up from Part 1 (based on Acts 8), today’s discussion focuses on Acts 13:1-4 and how divine strategy and clarity are birthed from a lifestyle of worship, fasting, and consistent submission to God. Tatum also shares critical biblical principles for discerning the spirit behind those who claim to be sent by God, offering practical steps to avoid deception and remain anchored in the truth.

Key Points:

Context of Acts 13: Shift from Jerusalem to Antioch, highlighting the transition from Peter’s leadership to Paul’s.
Divine Strategy is Birthed from Worship and Fasting:
Barnabas and Saul’s commissioning came in the middle of an existing posture of worship, not a strategic session seeking next steps.
Application: Do not seek God only for strategy—pursue a lifestyle of submission, intimacy, and service.
Beware of Misaligned Spiritual Leadership:
Many modern Christian entrepreneurs and believers are spiritually "thirsty," making them vulnerable to deception.
Importance of properly discerning who lays hands on you or influences your spiritual walk and business decisions.
Principles for Discerning Spiritual Leadership:

Test their confession of Jesus (1 John 4:1-3).
Test the fruit of their life (Matthew 7:15-20).
Test alignment with Scripture (Galatians 1:8-9; Isaiah 8:20).
Test through the witness of the Holy Spirit (John 16:13).

Practical Application:
Ask key questions:
Does this person exalt the true Jesus or themselves?
Does their life consistently produce holy fruit?
Are their teachings aligned fully with Scripture?
Does the Holy Spirit bear witness within you regarding their message and conduct?
Take your time before accepting any prophetic word or impartation. It is wise to "wait and see" rather than rushing based on emotions.
Personal Story:
Tatum shares her own journey of being patient during a wilderness season and how God’s deposits led to the launch of Anchored Media and her continued success, underscoring the power of patience and submission.

Resources Mentioned:

The Spirit-Filled Life by Charles Stanley – [Grab your copy here] https://a.co/d/cBARYuE
Bible references: Acts 13:1-4, 1 John 4:1-3, Matthew 7:15-20, Galatians 1:8-9, Isaiah 8:20, John 16:13

Call to Action:

Reflect: Are you seeking God’s hand or His heart first?
Evaluate: Apply the principles of spiritual discernment shared today to your current business community and spiritual influences.
Prepare: Join the Blessed + Bossed Up Book Club as we start The Spirit-Filled Life by Charles Stanley. The journey to spirit-led entrepreneurship continues.

Listen to Part 1 of this series here: https://www.blessedandbossedup.com/podcast/episode/3c5c4d42/how-to-make-spirit-led-business-decisions-pt-1

Introducing: The Get Back Chat Apr 25, 2025

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This week, we’re shining a light on something incredibly special: the launch of a brand new podcast, The Get Back Chat with Hope Marchella.

About The Get Back Chat

The Get Back Chat is not your typical teaching-style podcast. It’s a testimony-driven audio journal where real stories meet raw faith. Each episode offers a safe, honest space for listeners to reflect, relate, and ultimately return to God. Inspired by Revelation 12:11, Hope shares her journey of falling away and finding her way back—one moment of obedience, surrender, and sanctification at a time.

If you've ever felt unseen, stuck, or unsure about your next step, this podcast will meet you there.

If you’ve ever whispered “God knows my heart” while running from His call, if you've ever wondered how to get your life back, or if you’re walking through a season of rediscovery—this podcast is for you.

Hope’s honesty, humor, and humility make her stories feel like conversations with a trusted friend. It’s not about perfection, but pursuit.

🔗 Subscribe, rate, and review The Get Back Chat wherever you listen to podcasts.

New episodes drop every Thursday. Don’t miss what God is doing through this powerful new voice: https://redcircle.com/shows/the-get-back-chat

A Legacy of Faithfulness Apr 22, 2025

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In this episode of Blessed + Bossed Up, Tatum wraps up the Leadership as an Identity book club series with a deep dive into the final chapter—The Legacy of Faithfulness. Drawing on biblical figures like David, Solomon, and Daniel, and historical leader William Wilberforce, she explores how true leadership isn’t defined by talent or popularity, but by consistency, obedience, and spiritual discipline. Tatum also shares a recent testimony that highlights how God rewards faithfulness in ways we can't always predict. If you've ever wondered whether the mundane moments matter or questioned your ability to carry the weight of your calling, this episode is a must-listen.

Key Takeaways:

Faithfulness, not just gifting, is what sustains legacy-driven leadership
Obedience and focus are non-negotiables for fulfilling God’s assignments
Small daily decisions compound into long-term spiritual impact
Distractions often appear as good opportunities but can derail divine purpose
Faithfulness in unseen moments often produces the greatest rewards
Leadership requires submission to God’s process, even when it’s inconvenient
God uses faithful people to shift culture and history, just as He did with Wilberforce

Next Book Club Pick:

The Spirit-Filled Life by Charles Stanley

Start reading Chapter 1 for next week’s discussion.

How to Make Spirit-Led Business Decisions pt. 1 Apr 15, 2025

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In today’s episode of Blessed + Bossed Up, we continue our Bible on Business series with a deep dive into what it looks like to make strategic business decisions led by the Holy Spirit. Drawing from Acts 8:26–40, Tatum unpacks the story of Philip and the Ethiopian eunuch to reveal how obedience to God—even when it seems illogical—can produce generational and global impact.

Tatum also shares a powerful testimony about Anchored Media Studios being awarded the 2025 Peerspace Open Doors Award and reflects on the importance of celebrating wins, even when they don’t directly reflect financial gain. With personal insight and biblical application, this episode gives you practical tools to discern God's voice, remain obedient in seasons of uncertainty, and be led by the Spirit in every decision you make.

What You’ll Learn:

Why Spirit-led strategy always outperforms worldly business tactics
The biblical context and business application of Acts 8
How to know if what you're hearing is truly from God
What to do when your platform, profits, or progress feel like they’re shrinking
The power of journaling and intentional reflection in building spiritual sensitivity
Why one act of obedience can change nations
How Tatum is applying these lessons in her own businesses and platform

Resources Mentioned:

Book Club Pick: The Spirit-Filled Life by Charles Stanley: https://amzn.to/4ji32MG
Episode referenced: Testimony of building Anchored Media Studios https://www.blessedandbossedup.com/podcast/episode/24590588/faith-endurance-and-eight-years-of-gods-grace
Visit: www.blessedandbossedup.com to search episode topics and listen to past shows

To learn more about Anchored Media Studios, visit: https://www.anchoredmediastudios.com/

Enduring the Challenge Apr 11, 2025

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In this deeply impactful episode of Blessed + Bossed Up, we’re almost at the finish line of our book club read, Leadership as an Identity by Crawford Loritts. Tatum takes us through Chapter 15: Enduring the Challenge, highlighting what it truly means to endure trials and opposition as a Christian leader. With a foundational focus on Nehemiah 6:9 and the journey of Joshua in Joshua 1, Tatum unpacks what spiritual endurance and godly courage look like in the face of fear, adversity, and opposition.

This episode doesn’t stop at theory. Tatum explores how parentification in women—a form of early responsibility in childhood—can lead to self-reliance and performance-based Christianity in adulthood. With honesty and vulnerability, she shares how endurance has shown up in her own walk as a business owner, wife, and mother. Using both scripture and psychological insights, she offers clarity, healing, and practical encouragement for women who feel like they’ve been “the strong one” for too long.

Listeners will walk away with:

A biblical understanding of endurance as a non-negotiable in leadership.
The difference between courage rooted in ego and courage rooted in obedience.
A call to meditate on and obey God’s Word as the foundation for success (Joshua 1:8).
Encouragement for those walking through lonely or overwhelming seasons.

Plus, you’ll hear how disobedience—even when emotionally justified—can have lasting consequences, using Moses’ story in Numbers 20 as a sobering leadership lesson.

If you’ve struggled with staying the course or questioned your calling due to hardship, this episode will refresh your spirit and rekindle your commitment to walk out your assignment God’s way.

📚 If you know a powerful apologetics book to recommend for the next book club pick, email tatum@tatumtemia.com.

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