The Christ Driven Woman Podcast

Styled by Faith: Reflecting the Image of Christ with Guest Courtney Robinson | Ep. 017

When you look in a mirror, what do you see looking back? Do you focus on your new gray hairs, on that pimple on your chin, or on your coffee-stained t-shirt? Or do you see a beautifully-made daughter of the King, empowered not by her appearance but by her calling? On today’s episode, Charisse is joined by guest Courtney Robinson—a speaker, style mentor, and best-selling author who uses her gifts to empower women through personal branding. After starting a business as a traditional stylist, in January of 2021 Courtney was diagnosed with four brain tumors that God used to reveal her true purpose. Now, Courtney is passionate not only about styling, but about helping women understand who God says they are, because an identity rooted in Christ amplifies a woman’s true beauty. She believes that when women step into their true identity, it shines brighter than any piece of clothing or jewelry that they could ever wear. In Charisse and Courtney’s conversation, listeners are reminded that:
 
God will take us from glory to glory, and each time we take a leap of faith, we learner to trust Him more
We must identity with our birthright as daughters of the King, instead of identifying with our trials 
In order to truly grow through trials, you have to lean into gratefulness and find the blessings in them
The enemy wants you to believe that your identity is based on what has happened to you, but God reminds you that you are designed specifically and beautifully by your Creator
 
Despite the triumphs and tragedies that we have been through, or the false aspects of our identities that we may believe, we can never change God’s design for our lives. All He desires for His children are lives rooted in divine identity and led by the Holy Spirit who reminds us that we are beautiful, we are called, and we are loved.
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Poise and Promises Devotional
https://view.flodesk.com/pages/6439fa50edd69c19e9521b57
 
STAND UP! Resilient Black Women Who Are Shaping the World With Their Faith Vol. 3
https://www.amazon.com/STAND-UP-Vol-Resilient-Shaping-ebook/dp/B0D2VHY3JP
 
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Identity Challenged: A View Through the Lens of Chronic Depression | Ep. 016 | TRIGGER WARNING: SEVERE DEPRESSION

WARNING: This is a difficult episode about depression. If you are having thoughts of harming yourself please contact the Suicide Lifeline 988 or 1-800-273-TALK (8255). 
This one probably should include more warnings like Made For Mature Audiences or Listen At Your Own Risk. But this is real and many people are struggling in silence.
This is something I was concerned would happen.  As some of you know I fight Chronic Depression.  I had a particularly nasty bout a few days ago and still not fully on the other side.  
When I was praying about starting a podcast, I was a little worried this might happen...that there might come a time when I would be in the midst of a battle and have to record an episode.  
So this one is more raw than any previously recorded.  I have no answers to share other than, God is good.  He will ALWAYS BE GOOD no matter what I'm fighting or what you are fighting.  That is the one simple TRUTH I can anchor myself to.  That does not mean I have any understanding.  It just means I can hold onto that.  Therefore, if I can believe that, can I go to the next step, the next truth, which is God loves me.
These are the first two steps I see in how to get out of the pit the enemy just pushed, pulled, kicked or slammed you into. 
This is dedicated to all of you who fight this kind of battle that no one else understands. 
If you can hold onto nothing else, hold onto the belief that God is good.  If you need more support please reach out to the Suicide Lifeline number 988 or 1-800-273-TALK (8255). You are worth more than you can possibly imagine. 
 
 
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What Does God Call You? | Ep. 015

Why can it be so hard for us to believe good things about ourselves? On today’s episode of The Christ-Driven Woman, Charisse shares her own struggle with patience and growth. She encourages listeners with the truth that God has good things in store for us, and just because we need to grow through them does not mean they aren’t good. When we find ourselves lost and questioning the Father’s good plans for us, Charisse suggests asking the following questions:
 
Ask yourself: When did I start believing that God does not have good things for me?
Ask Jesus: Where were you when that thought first took root?
Ask God: What is the truth?
Ask God: What do You call me?
Ask God: How can I know the truth?
 
After asking these questions, open your ears to receive the answers and write down what you hear. God will find a way to answer each one of these questions in a way that will reach your heart in His perfect timing. Oftentimes it can be difficult for us to think positively about ourselves because we still don’t believe that God has good things in store. If this sounds like your experience, don’t be afraid to bring your questions to the Lord who longs to know you and loves you unconditionally.
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The Habits That Determine Your Identity | Ep. 014

Have you ever struggled with changing your habitual patterns of thinking? On today’s episode of The Christ-Driven Woman, Charisse reminds listeners that our habitual negative thoughts have the power to determine our identity. If we aren’t careful, we can easily allow other beliefs get in the way of what God has already spoken over us. Charisse encourages women to focus on the following if we wish to undo destructive patterns of thinking:
 
It is the negative thought that becomes the habit that then becomes the belief
Our negative beliefs about ourselves actually can become true because we are already acting as if they are true
In order to bring your true identity back to light, you must change your pattern of thinking so that you can change the pattern in your habits
You have to do something different to get something different -- thus, you also have to think something different to keep something different
If we let the enemy replace the truth of who God says we are with what the world says is important (e.g. motherhood, a career, relationship status, etc.), we will lose ourselves
 
What habitual thought have you internalized that doesn’t align with what God says about you? It isn’t an easy task to retrain your brain with truth, but you must do the work if you want to get closer to your heavenly Father and closer to your true identity. Before you can know WHO you are, you must become familiar with WHOSE you are, and He is ready to show you.
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Fearfully & Wonderfully Made with Guest Jessica Terenyi | Ep. 013

In today’s episode of The Christ-Driven Woman, Charisse is joined by guest Jessica Terenyi. Jessica is a professional organizer and life coach, and is owner and CEO of JK Organizing. She joins Charisse to discuss her story of turning her unique skills into a profitable business, and gives insight for women who may find themselves overly concerned with the cleanliness and organization of their lives. Charisse and Jessica’s conversation reminds listeners that: 
 
The need for cleanliness and organization can come from a deeper desire for perfection and reaching unrealistic expectations
There is beauty even in the chaotic and disorganized
We must not let our desire for perfection prevent or overshadow the memories we make with loved ones amidst the “mess”
It is important to find the root of perfectionistic behaviors and attack the lie or the false identity at the source 
 
Jessica’s story reminds us of the importance of both utilizing our God-given gifts and keeping our perfectionism in check. The constant striving toward complete cleanliness is one that many mothers, daughters, and female entrepreneurs know all too well. And while Jessica herself  believes in the importance of organization, we must be able to appreciate the beauty in the mess and realize that we were not created to reach perfection—we are fearfully and wonderfully made, even when we forget to unload the dishwasher.
 
To connect with Jessica Terenyi and find out more about her work, check out:
 
Linktree
https://linktr.ee/jkorganizingllc
 
JK Organizing
https://www.organizinghomesandlives.com/
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When Your Answer Doesn't Look Like What You Think It "Should" | Ep. 012

Today I just get really REAL about how much I don’t like the fact that we have “trials of many kinds,” we are to consider pure joy.  James 1:2-4 has always made me nervous growing up, as has many verses that talk about going through trouble.  I thought if I read it or someone talked about it, that meant something bad was going to happen. I couldn’t even TOUCH the pages in the book of JOB.  My identity was in fear not in who God created me to be.  
 
When we KNOW OUR TRUE IDENTITY it really won’t matter what happens.  We can have joy in chaos as the song goes.  We can start to see beyond ourselves and realize that because God loves us so much we can trust Him even when the answer we are praying for doesn’t look like what we think it “should,” or when the hang-time between the leap of faith and the landing takes longer than we like.  We can KNOW “that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”  Romans 8:28
 
When we truly know the root of our identity is in Christ we can have peace. 
 
That means getting real with ourselves and asking the questions: 
Am I praying with complete trust for the outcome or only seeing what I want?
Am I open to however God wants to answer this prayer?
Does it change who God is if the answer isn’t what I thought it would be?
How will I respond to God when I don’t understand the answer to my prayers? 
Where is my identity truly found?
 
 
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When the Leap of Faith Doesn’t Land When You Think it Will | Ep. 011

What happens when you take a leap of faith, but you don’t end up where you expected? In today’s episode of The Christ-Driven Woman, Charisse continues her discussion of “quantum leaps,” and offers encouragement to those of us who have taken a leap, but don’t feel as if we’ve landed in the promise just yet. It’s easy to become discouraged when we take a risk or pursue change, especially when we find ourselves in a period of “hang time,” waiting for the fruit to show itself. If you find yourself in this situation now or in the future, Charisse gives the following advice:
 
The patience that is required in the waiting is often harder than the strength it takes to make the first step
The growth that is taking shape in the “hang time” is what you will need to sustain the promise that God has prepared you for
A period of waiting can often feel isolated and lonely, but remember that God is always walking alongside you — and you are not the only person feeling that way
If the promise at the end of your leap of faith isn't your idea of “good,” return to the Lord and ask for clarity and direction
 
For some of us, if we knew how long it would take to get to our promised land, we wouldn’t ever want to let go of the edge. If you are experiencing a major life change or are contemplating taking a quantum leap, remember that if God has asked you to take that first step, He will be with you through it.
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How to Create a QUANTUM LEAP | Ep. 010

Have you ever felt yourself on the verge of experiencing tremendous personal growth? Are you at a point in your life where you hear God calling you to grow? In today’s episode of The Christ-Driven Woman, Charisse discusses the concept of a “quantum leap,” which can be described as an astronomical amount of growth that can sometimes happen suddenly, but not always. Oftentimes, when we are pursuing growth in an area of our lives, we expect the change to happen immediately. And yet, even the definition of a quantum leap tells us that this change doesn’t always occur instantaneously. Charisse encourages listeners to seek the guidance of the Lord before pursuing a quantum leap, and reminds us of the following:
 
We must listen to the calling of God, because if the quantum leap that we hope for is not in line with God’s plans for us, our efforts will be fruitless
You will attain the desired success in your quantum leap when it adheres to God’s timing and glorifies Him in the process
When we choose to take the leap, we must also make the decision to stay in that motivated mindset, even when the results haven’t happened yet
Always remain patient in what God is calling you towards — it is often the patience that is the hardest part
 
Have you yet asked God about the direction that He wants to take you? If you are experiencing stagnant growth and want to glorify the Lord in your life, take some time to pray and listen for His calling. We as daughters of the King are called to be an example of God’s love, and our lives are meant to give others the desire to love God as well. When you know that the Lord has said “Yes” to your quantum leap, stay consistent and patient, regardless of seeing immediate results. In due time, you will experience the growth that God wants for you, and He will be magnified in the process.  Galatians 6:9-10 tells us exactly that.  Paul reminds us in that passage to not grow weary of doing good and at the right time we will reap a harvest if we don’t give up. 
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IDENTITY: In the Hands of the Potter with Guest Lisa Drennon | Ep. 009

In today’s episode of The Christ-Driven Woman, Charisse is joined by guest Lisa Drennon, a wealth-activator and founder of “I Date Money.” Lisa strongly believes that “It doesn’t matter how much money you have, it’s what you do with it,” and she has the goal of teaching women to fall head over heels in love with money. But what does she mean by this? Doesn’t the Bible tell us that the love of money is the root of all evil? Charisse and Lisa address this question and discuss their individual “money identities,” advising listeners of the following:
Putting anything above God—which includes money, our careers, and even our families—is what becomes wrong
We need money to survive, and money in the hands of good people can do amazing things
When you aren’t in a scarcity-mindset with your finances, you are better able to help and support others
We have the ability to love money in a way that is freeing, joyful, and helpful—without making money an idol
There are many women today who may experience fear when it comes to making and spending money, which is in turn wreaking havoc on their confidence and sense of identity, and blocking them from getting to the next stage in their business. By following Lisa’s model and sitting down and “dating money,” you will be better able to track your assets and take accountability of your finances, creating a stable and “loving” money identity. Deuteronomy 8:18 tells us that the Lord has given us the ability to gain wealth, and Charisse and Lisa remind us that it is our responsibility to use our money to bless others and glorify God. Yet in order to use our finances to the benefit of the Kingdom, we must first learn how to establish a responsible, resourceful and healthy relationship with them.
 
 
To connect with Lisa Drennon and find out more about her work, check out:
I Date Money | Wealth Activation
https://www.idatemoney.com/
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How Your Identity Affects Your Sales | Ep. 008

As always, Charisse is focused on your identity in Christ.  Today she talks about it in terms of how you sell your service or product. 
Many times we make it harder than it needs to be simply because we are believing thoughts that are not true.  
She gives the example of how we tell people about our favorite restaurant.  We never think about the fact that we are really selling it.  We don’t feel bad or question sharing that amazing place to eat or think, I hope they don’t think I’m being too pushy.
Charisse also explains how a “sales mentality” is being more concerned about yourself and what others will think rather than about serving and providing the solution for someone who is praying for their problem to be solved.
No one is perfect but we are striving to get more aligned on a daily basis. Charisse reminds us how our identity affects everything in our lives, including how we approach selling. 
What thoughts do you have when you think about selling? Or when you are in a sales conversation?  Are they serving you?  Are they hindering you?  Are those thoughts in alignment with who God says you are? 
The more we dig into our relationship with God and find those thoughts that are not from him, the better we can serve our Dream Client. 
Think of 1 thought that is not serving you when it comes to sales.  Ask yourself, would God be saying this to me? 
Find scriptures that disprove that thought that is not from him. Find scripture that reminds you of the truth.
Charisse shares a “cheat” she uses to find scriptures quickly and easily that will allow you to anchor yourself to your identity in Christ! 
Serving the way God created us to, with the gift he gave us, requires courage, boldness, and belief. That is the only way we will ever reach the fullest capacity for which he made us. 
 
 
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