In this episode of the Woman of Worth podcast, host Tanisha Burks shares her personal journey of dating after divorce, discussing her experiences with online dating, the importance of self-worth, and the red flags to watch out for in relationships. She emphasizes the need for healing before entering the dating scene and the role of faith in finding the right partner. Tanisha encourages listeners to view dating as a process of self-discovery and to maintain a positive outlook on the dating pool, while also being cautious of romance scammers. The episode concludes with insights on healthy relationship dynamics and the importance of mutual respect and understanding in partnerships.

Takeaways:

Online dating has its challenges and red flags.

Self-worth is crucial in dating.

Faith plays a significant role in relationships.

Dating should be seen as data collection.

You can have options in dating without settling.

Changing perceptions about the dating pool is important.

Healing attracts the right partners.

Don't rush into relationships without proper understanding.

Healthy relationships require mutual respect and effort.

In this episode of the Woman of Worth podcast, host Tanisha Burks discusses the importance of understanding scripture contextually, the significance of personal convictions versus collective beliefs, and the need for accountability in delivering God's word. She emphasizes the necessity of studying the Bible thoroughly to avoid misinterpretation and to ensure that teachings align with God's truth. The conversation also touches on the delicate topic of honoring deceased loved ones and the difference between remembrance and consulting the dead.

Takeaways:

The episode discusses the metaphor of a dull sword in relation to scripture and its interpretation.

Context is crucial when discussing scripture; misinterpretation can lead to confusion and condemnation.

Christians must be careful in how they portray the word of God to avoid leading others astray.

Accountability to God is paramount; we will be judged for our actions and teachings.

The importance of studying the Bible to rightly divide the word of truth is emphasized.

Personal convictions may not apply to everyone; what is sin for one may not be for another.

Honoring the deceased is different from consulting the dead; the former is acceptable while the latter is not.

Misinterpretation of scripture can lead to spreading rumors rather than truth.

The podcast encourages listeners to engage deeply with scripture to understand its true meaning

Chapters:

00:00 Welcome Back and New Beginnings

01:26 The Concept of a Dull Sword

04:40 The Importance of Context in Scripture

10:20 Accountability and the Word of God

16:26 Interpreting Scripture Correctly

22:19 Honoring the Deceased vs. Consulting the Dead

27:42 Personal Convictions and Collective Beliefs

Welcome to a bonus episode before season 4 starts.

There are people in our lives that we are probably mad at, that have done nothing to us. This week we discuss a moment I had where I realized I was upset with someone because I was too prideful to apologize for hurting them. I fought God when he told me to apologize, but once I was obedient something unexplainable happened. A weight and burden was lifted off me and I felt a sense of freedom.

This episode reminds us to take an introspection of ourselves and apologize when necessary but also forgive when necessary. Why you mad sis? Is your anger displaced? Are you mad at the person who did you wrong, or are you really mad at yourself?

it’s the finale already.

I will be back with you in July, but while on break I want you to remember to embrace every part of who you are. Remember, God has great plans designed with you in mind, He won’t withhold one good thing from you! Trust in the Lord with all your heart and He will direct your paths.

Embracing your Joseph is not about embracing your dream. It’s about embracing the fact that you may have to suffer. But also realizing that your purpose is not for you. Jesus suffered on the cross, and His suffering was a benefit for us. Joseph suffered, but his suffering benefited a nation during a famine. The dream was never about the bowing. The dream was always about purpose!

”You meant it for evil, but God used it for good.” Joseph reveals himself to his brothers and realizes, that the dream was never about his brothers bowing, but the big picture was God using him to prepare a nation for a seven year famine. Had his brothers not turned on him, they all could have lost their lives in the famine. His brothers were the villains in his story. But God can use the villains in your story to assist with purpose being fulfilled.

Part 2 of embracing your Joseph discusses how Joseph was thrown into prison innocently because he refused to sleep with Potiphar’s wife and she said he tried to rape her. Joseph was not given a chance to defend himself. Although he was in jail he still found favor with God! When God’s hand is on your life, it doesn’t matter where you may find yourself, he’ll never leave you where his favor can’t keep you!

Joseph had favor with his father and he had favor with God, the only people he didn’t have favor with was his brothers. They hated him because of his favor. They plotted to kill him, he experienced suffering at the hands of family, but purpose can never be killed. It doesn’t matter who hates you, who plots against you, they can’t stop the purpose in you. You may have to suffer but it will all be for your good!