Woman Evolve with Sarah Jakes Roberts

What happens to a dream deferred? Chile, let us tell it—it makes room for something more honest to take shape. Creator, actor, and director Terri J. Vaughn has always bet on herself, holding tight to God’s “yes” even when life handed her a “no.” In a deeply personal conversation with Sarah Jakes Roberts, Terri talks about the sacred responsibility of carrying a vision, plus recognizing when it’s unfolding differently than you expected. This episode moves through the generational lessons of womanhood while also exploring the beautiful chaos of loving a life that can still wear us out. And sis, maybe that’s the real work. Not holding on to the life you imagined, but trusting God enough to imagine again. Check out this episode's partners! Get 40% off select Lola Blankets products at https://Lolablankets.com by using code EVOLVE at checkout. Experience the world’s #1 blanket with Lola Blankets. Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/EVOLVE #rulapod Go to https://baskandlatherco.com and use code DAF for 20% off. Download Cash App Today: https://click.cash.app/ui6m/kkzntqt9 #CashAppPodCash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card, Sutton debit flex card, and Bancorp debit flex card. Cash App Green features, Savings, Direct deposit, Round ups, Overdraft coverage and Discounts provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Everyone knows Pretty Vee the comedian. However, inquiring minds want to know... who is she when the cameras stop rolling? Sarah Jakes Roberts gets to know the woman behind the laughter as our girl Pretty Vee takes us back to growing up in a Jamaican household. Think you know who fueled her comedic aspirations? Well, think again! Pretty Vee reveals her OG comedy influences, plus gets candid about how her parents responded to her career choice. In the middle of what she describes as a personal metamorphosis, Pretty Vee is reinventing herself, moving beyond the punchlines, and letting go of what no longer serves her. Through it all, faith remains at the center—and she’s sharing that journey both in this episode and in her 100-day devotional, The Pretty Victory.Now, a little love for our partners! Transform your space with pieces that hold up to real life—join Wayfair Rewards today and get 5% back on every purchase at https://wayfair.com or on the Wayfair app. AquaOmega: One of the highest-dose omega-3 supplements per serving, no fish burps, and for every bottle sold, removes 1 lb. of plastic and debris from the ocean and coastlines. Use code EVOLVE for 20% off at https://myaquaomega.com/EVOLVE. Go to https://oseamalibu.com and get 10% off your first order with code WOMAN. Visit https://myalloy.com and use code EVOLVE for $20 off your first order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this special episode of the Woman Evolve Podcast, Sarah Jakes Roberts shares a powerful message on identity, shame, healing, and learning to trust what God has already revealed about you. Through 2 Kings 6 and John 8, SJR challenges us to stop allowing fear, rejection, past mistakes, and generational patterns to define who we are. When God begins uprooting what no longer belongs, it may feel uncomfortable — but it could be making room for the version of you He’s calling forward. This is your reminder: the blessing wasn’t random, the favor wasn’t random, and your past does not disqualify your purpose. Trust what you see. It’s go time. This episode is brought to you by: Primal Queen — Get a FREE MONTH of Primal Queen plus FOUR FREE GIFTS at PrimalQueen.com/EVOLVE. #ad Shopify — Start your free trial at Shopify.com/Evolve. #ad Branch Basics — Get 15% off with code EVOLVE at BranchBasics.com/EVOLVE. #branchbasicspod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What’s up, Delegation? Word is, y’all brought the business, and SJR is minding ALL of it! In this MYB episode, we’re going there—from healing and uncertainty to discernment, relationships, boundaries, purpose, and everything in between. No topic is off the table. So press play for the answers, but stay awhile for the devotion. And listen, if there’s something you’ve been wrestling with in real life, don’t keep it to yourself, sis. Hit our line at (214) 790-7871 and leave a voicemail. Who knows? Your question could be the one our girl is speaking some wisdom into next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sarah Jakes Roberts sits down with licensed therapist and leadership strategist RaQuel Hopkins for a powerful conversation about what it really means to have capacity when life keeps asking more of you. RaQuel breaks down the difference between simply coping and developing the capacity to stay present through uncertainty, change, vulnerability, and the complexities of everyday life. SJR also gets personal about rebuilding trust in herself after her accident, navigating the pressure to show up strong while still feeling unfinished, and learning to embrace vulnerability without seeing it as weakness. Together, Sarah and RaQuel explore self-trust, identity, emotional resilience, conditional self-worth, caregiving, and why growth sometimes requires us to question the stories we’ve accepted about who we have to be. Whether you’re navigating burnout, a major life transition, grief, uncertainty, or simply trying to figure out how to carry what’s on your plate, this conversation is an invitation to stop living on autopilot, get curious about what life is developing in you, and learn how to stay present with yourself along the way. Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Alloy is the only menopause platform with a scalp-to-lash hair care solution. Visit myalloy.com and use code EVOLVE for $20 off your first order! Get $35 off your first box of wild-caught, sustainable seafood—delivered right to your door. Go to: https://www.wildalaskan.com/EVOLVE. Shop Lola Blankets' biggest sale of the year during Christmas in August and get 50% off sitewide, plus free shipping and a free $50 gift card with your purchase. Use code WOMANEVOLVE50 at checkout and head to https://LolaBlankets.com to shop the sale before it ends. Experience the world's #1 blanket with Lola Blankets. Save 20% Off Honeylove by going to https://honeylove.com/WOMAN #honeylovepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What if slowing down doesn't mean you stop moving, sis, but that you learn how to move without running yourself into the ground? As a mother, wife, fitness coach, and business owner, Grow With Jo shares what it looks like to find rest without retreating from life, but returning to God. She opens up about the challenges that pushed her to her knees this year, and how they pulled her deeper into the book of Proverbs. At the heart of this conversation is active rest—the practice of prioritizing recovery. So if life has you doing the absolute most this season, press play. Consider this your permission slip to breathe. Check out specials from our partners! Shopify: Your landlord has a small business. Your ex has a small business. What are you waiting for? Start free at shopify.com/evolve Find furniture, decor, and essentials that fit your unique style and budget. Head to Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. Explore viral bestsellers and products for healthier hair of ALL types at: https://baskandlatherco.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What happens when life forces you to slow down, start over, and redefine what strength looks like? In this episode of the Woman Evolve Podcast, Sarah Jakes Roberts opens up about recovery, grief, identity, and reconnecting with God when life doesn’t go according to plan. She also responds to a powerful question about overcoming shame, releasing the need for people’s approval, and learning to see yourself through the lens of God’s compassion. Then, Peloton instructor, certified run coach, motivational speaker, and author Kirsten Ferguson joins the conversation for an honest discussion about faith, fitness, healing, motherhood, purpose, and what it means to keep moving when your life takes an unexpected turn. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We should be posted up in ATL right now, sis, gearing up for the Woman Evolve Conference. Instead, we’re home—and if that’s got you in your feelings, our girl SJR says keep the pity party short. And we mean short, short! ‘Cause this “off” season we’re all side-eyeing is still an opportunity to respond to God's call. In this episode, we’re revisiting a powerful testimony from Christine Caine at last year’s conference. She took us back to a story we can’t ignore. Chile…y’all remember Lot’s wife? She’s the prime example that your best days aren’t behind you, babe. And while looking back might feel safe, best believe—it’ll cost you. Check out deals from our partners: Upgrade your sleep with Miracle Made! Go to https://trymiracle.com/evolve and use the code EVOLVE to claim your FREE 3 PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF. Try the original estrogen-powered M4 skincare from Alloy. Visit myalloy.com and use code EVOLVE for $20 off your first order! Download Cash App Today: https://click.cash.app/ui6m/kkzntqt9 #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App’s bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card, Sutton debit flex card, and Bancorp debit flex card. Savings provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Life has been life-ing, and this week's Mind Your Business episode is proof that you're not the only one trying to figure it out. Sarah Jakes Roberts answers your questions on navigating grief, trusting God in unfamiliar seasons, stepping into His promises after surviving, waiting for marriage without making it an idol, setting boundaries with adult children, and making major relationship decisions. Check out our partners: Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts at https://www.rula.com/EVOLVE patients typically pay $15 per session with insurance. Get 40% off select Lola Blankets products at https://Lolablankets.com by using code EVOLVE at checkout. Experience the world’s #1 blanket with Lola Blankets. Shopify: Your landlord has a small business. Your ex has a small business. What are you waiting for? Start your free trial today at https://shopify.com/evolve Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A Delegation member came through with a question so good, we had to drop it in the group chat. And y’all already know our girl SJR wasn’t about to leave her day ones on read! Four weeks into recovery, she showed up with a response that went way deeper than anyone expected. This episode challenges listeners to ditch their idea of self-reliance and experience a deeper intimacy with God. We’re talking skin-to-skin, sis. Because His presence holds steady when your circumstances don’t. Check out these exclusive offers from our partners: Get $35 off your first box of wild-caught, sustainable seafood delivered right to your door at https://www.wildalaskan.com/EVOLVE.Alloy is the only menopause platform with a scalp-to-lash hair care solution. Visit https://myalloy.com and use code EVOLVE for $20 off your first order! Ready to upgrade your home for way less? Head to https://wayfair.com right now to shop all things home and get your space ready for less. Go to https://baskandlatherco.com and use code EVOLVE for 20% off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If you've been feeling exhausted, discouraged, or like life just keeps throwing curveballs, this conversation is for you. This week, Kayla Wanakee reminds us that renewed strength doesn't come from doing more—it comes from staying connected to the One who restores us. Through honest stories about unmet goals, unexpected detours, waiting seasons, and learning to release the pressure to have it all together, she shares how God can use even the most chaotic moments to reshape our perspective and replenish our souls. Together, we'll explore what it looks like to trade striving for surrender, stop carrying burdens that were never ours, and discover the peace that comes from hoping in the Lord. If you've been wondering whether you're falling behind, this episode is your reminder that God may simply be renewing you for what's ahead. Get 10% off your first order at https://oseamalibu.com with code EVOLVE. Upgrade your sleep with Miracle Made! Go to https://trymiracle.com/evolve and use the code EVOLVE to claim your FREE 3 PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Recovery isn't always about returning to who you were—it can be an invitation to embrace who you're becoming. As Sarah continues her healing journey, Dr. Anita Phillips steps in to share a timely message on what it means to experience true revival. If you've found yourself discouraged by unmet goals, unexpected setbacks, or feeling distant from God, this conversation will remind you that lasting transformation doesn't begin with striving—it begins with returning. Through the wisdom of Joel 2, discover how healing starts beneath the surface as you realign your heart with God's love, grace, and purpose for every season. Get your menopause treatment plan today. Visit https://myalloy.com and use code EVOLVE for $20 off your first order! #AgeGracefully Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What do you do when life forces you to slow down? In this vulnerable and faith-filled episode of the Woman Evolve Podcast, Sarah Jakes Roberts shares an intimate update on her recovery journey following major neck surgery and the emotional decision to postpone Woman Evolve Conference 2026. Then, Sarah sits down with gospel artist, preacher, and entrepreneur Jekalyn Carr for a conversation about purpose, obedience, dating, business, and trusting God in every season. Together, they explore how to stay rooted in your calling, pray for the right people to walk alongside your vision, break negative cycles, and embrace the courage to go rogue when God is leading you somewhere new. This episode is a reminder that even when life doesn't go according to plan, God is still writing the story. Get 40% off select Lola Blankets products at https://Lolablankets.com by using code EVOLVE at checkout. Experience the world’s #1 blanket with Lola Blankets. Save 20% Off Honeylove by going to https://honeylove.com/WOMAN! #honeylovepod Upgrade your sleep with Miracle Made! Go to https://trymiracle.com/evolve and use the code EVOLVE to claim your FREE 3 PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Host Sarah Jakes Roberts is in her bag, pulling out the kinds of questions that get you talking like you’ve known her forever. And that's exactly how we land smack dab in the middle of the iconic Danielle Brooks' business! These two waste no time getting into what it means to remain teachable while succeeding, embrace failure without letting it define you, and trust God with the outcome. By the time it's over, this episode feels like a mirror for so many women, reflecting back the growth we don't always clock in real time. Sit with this one, sis! Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/evolve #rulapod Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at https://shopify.com/evolve Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What does it really cost to follow God’s plan for your life? This week, Sarah sits down with Natalie Manuel Lee for an honest conversation about obedience, people-pleasing, purpose, and learning to choose God’s way over culture’s expectations. Together, they unpack the tension of trusting God when the path feels lonely, setting boundaries that protect your peace, and finding the courage to walk away from what no longer aligns with your calling. If you’ve ever wondered whether God is leading you into something new, this conversation is for you. Get your menopause treatment plan today. Visit https://myalloy.com and use code EVOLVE for $20 off your first order! #AgeGracefully Go to https://baskandlatherco.com and use code EVOLVE for 20% off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Life has a way of bringing us face-to-face with moments we never saw coming. In this special episode, Sarah shares an intimate update on her recent neck injury, the journey of healing, and what God has been teaching her in the middle of uncertainty. he reminds us that gratitude and grief can coexist, pain doesn't have to silence our praise, and even in seasons we would rather not walk through, God has not abandoned us. If you've been carrying disappointment, navigating unexpected challenges, or wondering where God is in the middle of it all, this conversation is for you. Help is on the way. And sometimes, the reminder you need is that God is still writing your story. Scripture Reference: John 14:25-26 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What happens when two deeply relatable women start speaking on marriage, motherhood, sex ed, softness, submission, healing, and a fully activated digestive system? Chhiiillleee, chaos—but in the best way possible! Host Sarah Jakes Roberts and the hilarious Bresha Webb have one of the most transparent conversations yet. Turns out, evolving sometimes means unlearning what survival taught us and choosing vulnerability anyway. This episode is the kind of banter women wish they had more often. So, get into it! Save 20% off Honeylove by going to https://honeylove.com/WOMAN! #honeylovepod #ad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The gospel has always been rogue. Faith is predicated on trust, not understanding. And dying to self will never go out of style. This episode right here ate down! Sarah Jakes Roberts sits down with mentor, evangelist, and A21 founder Christine Caine to talk passing the baton of faith, stewarding influence, the danger of building for the wrong reasons, and why everyone who is serious about their calling must regularly audit the condition of their heart before God. Drawing from her book, The Faith to Flourish, Christine closes with an urgent, hopeful call: stop waiting for the world to get better before you start living fully, sis . Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/evolve   #rulapod Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at https://shopify.com/evolve Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There are some moments in life that stop you in your tracks and make you confront what it means to be held together by God’s grace. This week, This week, I’m opening up about the accident that left me in a neck brace, the reality of living in between miracles, and what it looks like to trust God when life suddenly feels fragile. We’re talking about vulnerability, strength, being cared for when you’re used to caring for everyone else, and the hard truth that some of us don’t know how much we matter until life forces us to slow down. If you’ve ever found yourself trying to push through pain, avoid your emotions, or figure out how to trust God in an uncertain season, this conversation is for you. Get your menopause treatment plan today. Visit myalloy.com and use code EVOLVE for $20 off your first order! #AgeGracefully Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ahead of Mother’s Day, former diplomat Nicole Avant shares a powerful testimony shaped by faith, grief, and identity following the loss of both her mother and father. Reflections on her parents’ extraordinary lives reveal formative lessons that continue to inform how she navigates the world. What so beautifully emerges in conversation with host Sarah Jakes Roberts is a reminder that resilience is inherited, refined through experience, and anchored in faith. Listen in for a story that lingers long after it ends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We live in an unpredictable, often unsettling world. One that can feel genuinely threatening at times. So what should our response look like when we’re faced with that kind of uncertainty? That’s where bestselling author, entrepreneur, and Pastor Touré Roberts steps in. Alongside his better half, Sarah Jakes Roberts, and centered on his new book Knowing, PT leads us toward an inner confidence rooted in faith rather than external circumstances. This episode takes a closer look at radical freedom and divine intelligence, pointing to stillness as a practice for discerning direction that leads from doubt to clarity. We know this is going to bless so many people, so hit play and let Knowing be your next read! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When a past connection collides with present transformation, something deeply profound emerges. Pastor, author, and podcaster Tim Ross steps out of The Basement and into conversation with Sarah Jakes Roberts. Come to find out, these two go way back. Their dialogue leans into the idea that life is not the absence of tension but the ability to hold it, that leadership demands personal inner work, and that it is our shared humanity that renders the Christian faith relatable. Tim insists he went rogue to be regular, and honestly, we get it! Because breaking away from the negative feedback loops that distort our peace just makes sense. On that note, you can pre-order a copy of his upcoming book, The Missing Peace, and tap into the work for yourself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Behind the glitz and the glam, Maxie J’s story is one of risk-taking behavior and radical faith. As a fashion entrepreneur, designer, and business owner, she gets real with host Sarah Jakes Roberts about how her love for fashion and confidence in her creative vision showed up early, long before validation ever did. After deciding corporate life was cute, but not the assignment—our good sis decided to go rogue and bet on herself, walking away from a 9-to-5 with severance in hand. But how did it really play out? In this conversation, Maxie J takes us through the ebbs and flows of entrepreneurship in a way that will ignite anyone building a purpose-driven career. The moral of the story is, your gift will make room for you, but you’ve got to go after it and trust God along the way. Get your menopause treatment plan today at https://myalloy.com and use code EVOLVE for $20 off your first order! #AgeGracefully Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Previously Recorded Is SJR picking up on something? 'Cause the guest on this week's throwback episode seems to be settling into her G.O.A.T. status. That' right, Sis—W.E. said what W.E. said, and the glow-up of Tasha Cobbs Leonard is clearly by God! While there ain't no one-hit wonders over here, the two differentiate between the anointing vs. one's humanity. Tasha shares what it means to see God through a worldview and opens up about her personal life, taking us on a journey from dark spaces to mountaintop experiences. If you ever told God to "get somebody else to do it", hit PLAY and discover the beauty of surrender at womanevolveconference.com! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Previously Recorded W.E. know the wilderness loves to see a wild woman coming—'cause Sis gon' thrive in EVERY situation! In this throwback episode, we're tossing the mic to a teachable moment from The Potter's House of Dallas. As a proud member of the "make it make sense ministry", SJR takes listeners on a journey where she reveals the many expressions of God. And while the place that He prepares for you won't always be pretty, it will spring forth a perpetual promise so long as you call Him by name! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This special Best Of edition episode features some our favorite moments from the season! If you missed one of these episodes, this might be your second chance to listen! Clip 1 Episode Title: Protect Your Spark with Pastor Sarah Jakes Roberts Clip 2 Episode Title: The Moment of Increase with Pastor Sarah Jakes Roberts Clip 3 Episode Title: Character Development with Pastor Sarah Jakes Roberts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Previously Recorded In this throwback episode, International Speaker, Bestselling Author, and Spoken Word Artist Hosanna Wong dropped by the podcast to chop it up with SJR. Known for speaking the language of the streets, Hosanna is proof that God uses EVERYTHING for His glory! She breaks down how we can radically transform, heal, and lead others into a deeper relationship with Christ without faking it. If you're new to the Christian faith or feeling stuck in a routine, this episode will challenge you to veer into your God-given personality 'cause Sis, He wants the REAL you! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Previously Recorded They say just because you graduated, don't burn down the school house—and today W.E. find out why! As one of the world's most revered communicators, successful entrepreneurs, multi–New York Times best-selling authors and global leaders, Bishop T.D. Jakes details his journey as a CEO and Chairman. In this episode with SJR, Bishop Jakes elaborates on how he transitioned his day-to-day focus to other ventures while maintaining a stance at the intersection of mission, ministry and marketplace. It goes without saying that power moves from one idea to the next, so let's get into this message of expansion, succession, ownership, legacy and MORE! If you're on the entrepreneurial path, seeking a harvest then head over to the GoodSoilForum.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chhiiillleee, W.E. made it to the finish line! SJR is wrapping up the year with a solo episode to dish out the deets on what's been going on in her world, how she's prepping for the holidays, and what the life of Jesus means to her. Meanwhile, the Delegation came through with testimonies from 2024 — and let's just say, the girlies are standing ten toes down on what God is doing in their lives. And just like that, Sis, the 2024 Podcast SZN has come to an end! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This special Best Of edition episode of Woman Evolve features interviews with Dr. Anita Phillips, Matthew Hussey and Tamron Hall See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Previously Recorded Before starting this episode, W.E. ask that you proceed with caution. 'Cause somebody proved themselves to be a sacrificial lamb in motherhood, but even more so on this here podcast. Tune in to hear how SJR was able to strike a balance, and release the fragrance of who Jesus is in the busyness of life. Now…the advice segment is where things went from 0 to 100 real quick! Especially after the girls wanted to throw that thang in a circle. SJR discussed the power of the body, and encouraged those who devote themselves to serving others to acknowledge their own needs. Repeat after W.E. — I give myself permission to let power move. Then do us a solid a pre-order your copy of thepowermovesbook.com! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's giving homegirl-time in the sanctuary! And Delegation, who better to tag team the mic than our favs, SJR and Dr. Anita Phillips? These two are dropping a whole lotta gems as they reflect on the lessons that left a lasting impact, testify to the deep satisfaction found in Christ, and share how to beat the holiday blues. If you're looking to exchange your triggers for glimmers, Sis, then this episode is for you! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Previously Recorded Closed mouths don't get fed! And there you are starving, 'cause you won't open your mouth. Sis, what is it that you NEED? In this episode, SJR continues her conversation with seminary-trained, licensed trauma therapist, and bestselling author of "Why Am I Like This?", Kobe Campbell. Together they explore how to introduce change and avoid sugarcoating in relationships. But before W.E. get into that, prepare for some exclusive one-on-one time with the bestie SJR and gain some noteworthy advice on navigating new seasons. If you thought last week was epic, then tune in to hear how the rest unfolds! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Previously Recorded Seminary-trained, licensed trauma therapist, and bestselling author of "Why Am I Like This?", Kobe Campbell is featured in this special throwback episode. She and SJR started to unpack expectations in relationships when a WHOLE therapy session made its way on the airwaves. Tap in to hear how it went and be the first to enjoy our new and improved—SJR, Mind My Business and Rescue Eve podcast segments! No cap, but this episode will challenge you to let people's journeys be their own, free from your need for co-dependency. So, if you can't say amen, say ouch! Podcast@womanevolve.com www.blackeffect.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

God is NOT a man, that He should lie. And after you hit the play button on today's episode, you'll hear why SJR's message of truth understood the assignment! To start things off, she sheds light on what her family is currently up against due to a recent health scare. Followed by a moment of deep reflection and devout surrender that seemingly renders life heavy. You see, the problem with a promise is that it contends with your present. But sis, if you can hold tight to the promise—no matter what life is serving up—the Promise Keeper gon' come through! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

One thing for certain and two things for sure —today's guest wouldn't change nothing for her journey now! The powerhouse known as Tamron Hall links up with SJR, and tells listeners how a job loss propelled her into making the bold move of betting on herself and becoming a nationally syndicated talk show host. But can you imagine holding a position of authority and being diminished because you're a woman? While sharing how power shows up in her home life, Tamron spills tea on the greatest love story ever told! Trust, you'll want to hear it. But Sis, when will you start owning what you want, by speaking it into the world? They say closed mouths don't get fed, so open your mouth! Learn more about the "Watch Where They Hide" book tour at TamronHall.tv See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're getting into a form of surrender that takes place from the inside out. And hanging with us today is Grow with Jo — a woman who's reshaped how so many approach their fitness and wellness goals! It all started in a college dorm room when Jo created an at-home workout plan for a friend, then the rest was history! In today's episode, she talks to SJR about facing doubts, finding confidence, safeguarding self, and stewarding God's anointing in a restorative manner. Let's get into it! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Last week's convo between SJR and Laura Lentz was way too layered for just one episode—so here W.E. are, back with round two! First, SJR answers an advice question aimed at women veterans, followed by a discussion on friendship betrayal. Then, Laura dishes out the details of her family life, new church community, and the dreams she's working toward. Press play, sis, if you're ready to recognize that forgiveness is an opportunity to honor your resiliency! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

To kick things off this week, SJR brings us up to speed with what's going on in her personal life! Followed by a heartfelt advice question that hit our line to hold space for grief. You see, it's only in the rawness of hurt and healing that W.E. learn the true power of surrender. In this two-part episode, listeners will hear from Laura Lentz — a life coach, entrepreneur, speaker, interior designer, and prominent figure in ministry. After handling a public scandal so privately, two hot topics were on everyone's mind: WHY come out of hiding and WHY stay in the marriage? Listen up to learn how Laura withstood infidelity, went into full-on mom mode to heal her family, and navigated a cycle of church hurt. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hear the story of how SJR and Pastor Stephanie Ike Okafor's lives first intertwined, long before they evolved into ministry! And get this—since the streets are still talkin' about all things "surrender" (chile, W.E. the streets), these two highlight the tension that comes with the posture of serving while mourning. Yes sis, things get deep! From finding the man of her dreams to writing a book about dreams, Stephanie is spilling all the tea. So, ladies, tap in to unlock the power of visual imagery and spiritual sight by grabbing a copy of her latest release, The Power of Your Dreams, today! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sis, this week is a whole vibe! Pastor Sarah Jakes Roberts is giving us the inside scoop on her favorite moments from Woman Evolve Conference 2024. From the crazy breakthroughs to the moments that had us all in tears—it was powerful. Sarah's sharing what it really felt like to be in that room, and trust me, you're gonna feel like you were right there with her. But it doesn't stop there. We've got some tools to help you kick-start your own surrender journey, because this isn't just a recap—it's an invitation to step into your next level. We're evolving together, and this is your time to make it personal. Download and print The Other Side Of Surrender Digital Guide here! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week's podcast episode is bringing you a Co-Ed Panel straight from the Woman Evolve Conference! Hosted by Stephanie Okafor, get ready to glean from the likes of Kyle and Kobe Campbell, Bishop George Searight, Morgan DeBaun, and Isaiah Roberts. This lineup is unpacking surrender like never before, and trust us—things got REAL for both the ladies and the fellas! ***The following episode contains content that may be sensitive to listeners who have experienced physical abuse, depression, or suicidal thoughts. Listeners discretion is advised. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chhiiillleee, who's STILL trying to gather their lives, lashes, and edges after WE24? Don't worry...we'll wait! This week on the podcast, we've got a special guest dropping in to spill all the tea on some powerful testimonies that have been pouring in since W.E. waved our white flag of surrender. Followed by a little something from SJR during night one of WE24. This should hold you over until October 11th — when the Woman Evolve Conference 2024 hits a screen near you! All you gotta do is download or subscribe to the Woman Evolve TV app today! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alright, sis, get ready because this episode is about to hit different! Pastor Sarah Jakes Roberts is chopping it up with none other than Nona Jones, and trust me—you're gonna want to lean all the way in for this one. Nona's got a new book coming out called The Gift of Rejection, and they're talking about how rejection—yep, the thing that stings—can actually be a blessing in disguise. They're getting real about the times life said 'no' and how those moments actually pushed them toward a bigger purpose. You'll learn how to flip rejection on its head, build resilience, and see that closed doors are really just God's redirection. Grab your journal, sis—you're gonna want to take notes on this one! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's conference week, so this podcast episode will feature SJR bringing you a mic drop moment from last year's event! Let's just say that God had the audacity to accelerate some things, so that women could catalyze the Kingdom. Tap into this message, then learn more about our movement at womanevolveconference.com! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Before hitting the stage at conference next week, International Speaker, Bestselling Author, and Spoken Word Artist Hosanna Wong dropped by the podcast to chop it up with SJR. Known for speaking the language of the streets, Hosanna is proof that God uses EVERYTHING for His glory! She breaks down how we can radically transform, heal, and lead others into a deeper relationship with Christ without faking it. If you're new to the Christian faith or feeling stuck in a routine, this episode will challenge you to veer into your God-given personality 'cause Sis, He wants the REAL you! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pastor Sheryl Brady, a mentor for women in ministry, drops by the podcast to give SJR and listeners some behind-the-scenes wisdom on spiritual development. These two go way back, so "Pastor Auntie" kept it a hunnid the whole way through! Covering everything from family life, how to handle influence, and having a generational reach, this episode will leave you grounded in your calling, girl. Did W.E. mention our fav part of the convo is when they relive the HYPE from last year's conference? Hit up womanevolveconference.com to get in on all the action, Sis! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

W.E. know the wilderness loves to see a wild woman coming—'cause Sis gon' thrive in EVERY situation! This week on the podcast, we're tossing the mic to a teachable moment from The Potter's House of Dallas. As a proud member of the "make it make sense ministry", SJR takes listeners on a journey where she reveals the many expressions of God. And while the place that He prepares for you won't always be pretty, it will spring forth a perpetual promise so long as you call Him by name! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Curious about what happened when SJR activated Johannesburg, South Africa? Chhiiillleee, let's just say Joburg got some "bruised heel baddies" on the frontlines! The kind that are ready to ignite what God placed on the inside of them—and REFUSE to lose their hope. Maybe you've got seed in the ground and are leaning towards a prophetic pulling. If so, this message is for YOU. Stay vigilant and protect that spark with everything you've got, Sis! Now, in other news: Have you heard we're doing it REAL big in Texas next month? Come kick it with us at womanevolveconference.com! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is SJR picking up on something? 'Cause this week's guest seems to be settling into her G.O.A.T. status. That' right, Sis—W.E. said what W.E. said, and the glow-up of Tasha Cobbs Leonard is clearly by God! While there ain't no one-hit wonders over here, the two differentiate between the anointing vs. one's humanity. Tasha shares what it means to see God through a worldview and opens up about her personal life, taking us on a journey from dark spaces to mountaintop experiences. If you ever told God to "get somebody else to do it", hit PLAY and discover the beauty of surrender at womanevolveconference.com! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ISSA "WE24 Takeover", and we're passing the mic to a boss babe who's making ALL the waves in South Florida! Guaranteed to flip your frown upside down, SJR kicks it with conference guest Dr. Amira Ogunleye as she explores what it means to be a career woman, manage motherhood, plus reclaim her faith. Learning to surrender from humble beginnings, Dr. Amira is proof that God don't play about His! If you've ever had beliefs that contradicted your reality, tap into this episode + join us at womanevolveconference.com, Sis! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guess what, Sis? W.E. are back with brand-new episodes and a whole lotta H O P E this month! Our girl SJR passed the mic to well-known "professional troublemaker", Luvvie Ajayi Jones, who's spilling tea on how a major shake-up in her business and career resulted in surrender. Things got REAL when SJR opened up about her vulnerabilities and valley moments — not Sky Daddy putting both the homies in the trenches! Together, they tackle worst case scenarios, explain why your pain makes sense, and encourage listeners to believe differently. If you've been second-guessing yourself, your assignment, or God, tap in right NOW! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alright, Sis! Your exclusive access to the Power Moves Tour is coming to an end. And we're not saying W.E. saved the best Power Player for last, but W.E. got three words for you—Dr. Cindy Trimm! This O.G. has been runnin' up on devils like it's nobody's business, and today she and SJR tag teamed in Chi-Town to square up against generational curses. For those of you troubled by a jaded past, W.E. dare you to plug into the ultimate power Source! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

W.E. hope our listeners are enjoying this summer podcast series as much as W.E are! This week, we're throwing it back to that one time Power Player, Nona Jones met up with SJR in the DMV area to discuss the power it takes to step into our purpose. They say you gotta pay the cost to be the boss, but is vulnerability the price you're willing to pay? Press PLAY and big step your way to surrender, Sis! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Let's be very forreal...Imposter Syndrome and Superwoman Syndrome gotta go! Next up on our summer podcast series, featuring The Power Moves Tour—SJR and Power Player, Dr. Anita Phillips joined forces in Los Angeles to unpack the power to own our truth! In this episode full of wisdom and wit, Dr. Anita encourages listeners to let themselves off the hook sometimes and to boldly embrace the work of their trauma! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get a front-row seat on the New York stop of SJR's Power Moves Tour, where she chopped it up with Power Player, Adrienne Bailon-Houghton! After releasing her former desires and seeking after God's own heart, Adrienne shares how she accessed the power to start over, reinventing her self-image and family life. Yaaasss Father God, W.E. love to see it! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For the month of July, W.E. are kickin' off a summer podcast series featuring SJR's Power Moves Tour. Our first stop is ATL with Power Player, Crystal Renee Hayslett! With a non-linear career path in politics, fashion, and entertainment, she explains how a return to God not only expanded her mind but empowered her to try something new. Come on, prodigal daughter! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

No cap, but it goes down in the DM! Just ask Dr. Kimmy Reynolds who hit SJR up after catching her on an IG Live and walking away deeply inspired. The question is: What caused Dr. Kimmy to finally flip the switch and make a decision to move in power? Let's just say it had EVERYTHING to do with bringing God glory, and standing on Kingdom business baby! Listen in as Dr. Kimmy opens up about finding her late mother's hopes and dreams tucked away in an unpublished book. It's a full circle moment here to remind us that power is forever flowing, but W.E. gotta surrender in vulnerability long enough to turn it on. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

They say W.E. overcome by our testimony, but let's be VERY forreal...It's tough to share stories we're still in the process of healing from. Just ask today's guest, Irene Rollins, a pastor, recovery activist, author, speaker, marriage educator, and certified emotional intelligence coach. She explains to SJR why, like many others, she preferred to keep her story hidden. But it would be Irene's husband who knew that exposing the truth would wake up something inside of her, and sure enough it did! You do know there's power in your testimony, right? And that another woman's breakthrough is connected to you opening up your mouth? Recognizing our collective need to confront unprocessed trauma, this episode explores the transition from alcohol addiction to recovery. Irene mentioned that not receiving God's grace would cheapen His work on the cross & W.E. felt that for somebody! Learn more about how she models accountability in her book called, "Reframe Your Shame". See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If anybody's got the inside scoop on how to maintain faith in seasons of transition, it's our good sis Priscilla Shirer! As an Evangelist, Bible Teacher, and Christian Media Personality with over 25 years in ministry, she knows without a shadow of a doubt that character development surrenders in the face of change. Through firsthand experience of enduring the grief and loss of her mom, Priscilla answers the sought after question: Can faith and frustration coexist? SJR grabbed the mic to let listeners know that Jesus didn't want this plot twist of a life for us either. But at the end of the day, W.E. gotta be about our Father's business. If you're ready to deny yourself, take up your cross, and follow Christ, then this is the episode for you. Be on the lookout for Priscilla's upcoming film, "The Forge" hitting theaters this August! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

They say just because you graduated, don't burn down the school house—and today W.E. find out why! As one of the world's most revered communicators, successful entrepreneurs, multi–New York Times best-selling authors and global leaders, Bishop T.D. Jakes details his journey as a CEO and Chairman. In this episode with SJR, Bishop Jakes elaborates on how he transitioned his day-to-day focus to other ventures while maintaining a stance at the intersection of mission, ministry and marketplace. It goes without saying that power moves from one idea to the next, so let's get into this message of expansion, succession, ownership, legacy and MORE! If you're on the entrepreneurial path, seeking a harvest then head over to the GoodSoilForum.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our homegirls said the dating pool got pee in it, but what's love got to do with it? Ummm, EVERYTHING! It's more than just a second-hand emotion. Finding love is hard — that's why SJR teamed up with New York Times bestselling author, speaker, leading dating expert, and confidence coach, Matthew Hussey. As a wingman for millions of women, he explores how W.E. could do love better, why love needs space, and what the secret to being "happy enough" is. Sis, there's no need to feel embarrassed, ashamed, or desperate for wanting to be loved so badly. However, it shouldn't leave you hurt. Get more than just dating advice and fall in love with your life when you order Matthew's latest book called, Love Life: How to Raise Your Standards, Find Your Person, and Live Happily (No Matter What)! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tried in the fire, but she's coming out gold! Former Baltimore City State's Attorney, Marilyn Mosby, has been widely recognized for wielding the sword of truth to balance the scales of justice. While walking out her story of criminal justice reform, Marilyn soon found herself being targeted and now convicted of two counts of perjury and one count of mortgage fraud. Just days before her May 23rd sentencing and the possibility of facing 40 years in prison, SJR engages in a compelling, yet sobering exchange with Marilyn about her everyday life as a mom while navigating such compounded grief. If you believe that Marilyn is being penalized for standing up for the culture and not backing down from law enforcement, NOW is the time to activate your faith! Angela Rye is demanding justice for Marilyn Mosby through a national CALL TO ACTION: Educate yourself on the facts at justiceformarilynmosby.com. Sign and share the petition at campaigns.organizefor.org/petitions/pardon-for-attorney-marilyn-mosby.Call the White House at (202) 456-1111 to request a full presidential pardon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chhiiillleee, POWER is on the move! During the Houston leg of her book tour, SJR sat down with two-time New York Times Bestselling Author and Licensed Therapist, Nedra Glover Tawwab. These two chopped it up about how to introduce authenticity into your environment, set boundaries, and bring more healthy people into your life. Sis, you know W.E. do ourselves a disservice when we create a boundary and then back away, right? W.E. get everybody can't go with you, but no need to act funny! If you're serious about honoring yourself in relationships and engaging in uncomfortable conversations, then this episode is for you. To learn more about how to protect your power, swing by ThePowerMovesBook.com! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chhiiillleee, the streets are talkin' — "Power Moves" has officially entered the group chat, and is available everywhere books are sold! At the start of this episode, SJR does a heart dump with listeners before gearing up for her book release and a 6-city book tour. W.E. then switched things up from our usual podcast vibe to bring you something special. This message from SJR explores HOW to restore the silent transition of power, WHY to stay connected to power instead of people, plus WHEN to surrender and let go of control. Real talk...the wait is over, Sis! Hurry up and press PLAY 'cause this here is the power surge you've been searching for all along! Get the scoop on the fluidity, vulnerability, and bravery that's backed by a divine flow at ThePowerMovesBook.com! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You know, today's math is not for the faint! Plus, the real question you should be asking your child's teacher is if he or she is on grade level. National research reveals a significant disparity between what parents think about their child's educational progress and how their child is really doing. Lucky for our listeners, Tracie Potts pulled up to the podcast donning her cape as Advisory Board Chair for Learning Heroes, an educational advocacy organization that empowers parental engagement. She and SJR discussed ways to strengthen the parent-teacher partnership, support student learning at home, and equip families with educational resources. This episode will remind you that teachers are skilled professionals who are willing to point people in the direction of developmental success. But it's up to us, as parents and guardians, to meet them halfway. Become a Learning Hero when you visit www.gobeyondgrades.org for more resources, including summer learning opportunities! Twitter/X: @BeALearningHero Facebook: @Learning Heroes Instagram: @Learning.Heroes LinkedIn: @Learning Heroes (US) TikTok: @Learning.Heroes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Friend, are you low-key stressed without even clocking it? If that's the case, this episode opener will teach you how to be stretched while still coming into agreement with God. During the "Mind Your Business" segment, SJR broke out the mic to drop a truth bomb. And that's to go where you are welcomed, Sis! Switchin' gears — April is Financial Literacy Awareness Month, so wealth activator Victoria Washington pulled up on the podcast to help women prosper. She and SJR are taking us from stability to overflow by helping listeners understand the value, stewardship, and character of wealth. That's right! It's time to come out of survival mode and release your grip of scarcity. Victoria breaks this thing down in a way that no one feels ashamed about their finances. Take a FREE quiz to determine your wealth archetype at thehouseofwe.com! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Off the grip, SJR wants to know — Can W.E. normalize the act of surrender to be a lifelong process? 'Cause apparently the people are out here picking up what they're putting down! This week, listeners will get some inside scoop on the secret sauce to success thanks to Founder & CEO of Mielle Organics, Monique Rodriguez. As a triple threat, Sis has found herself booked, busy, and blessed! She and SJR chopped it up about work-life balance, resolving issues in the presence of God, plus the cost and criticism of success. Hear how Monique chooses to silence the noise of the world while relying on the voice of God. And to those of you with stories that live rent FREE in your head…know that the mind is a powerful thing to waste! Join the Power Moves Book Launch Team at https://forms.gle/UVJThZiVovqginDH6 + Email podcast@womanevolve.com to ask for advice, share your good news, discuss trending stories, or check on the bestie SJR! This episode carries a trigger warning for sexual assault. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ladies, how y'all feel? Fellas, y'all alright? SJR says there's great power in emotional awareness, so W.E. begin this episode by dabbling with the feelings wheel. Followed by an intimate conversation with Trauma Therapist, Life Coach, Minister, and New York Times Bestselling Author of "The Garden Within", Dr. Anita Phillips! In a moment of vulnerability, SJR asked what God is teaching Dr. Anita as it relates to power, and let's just say that Sis is standing on business by cultivating uncertainty into excitement. The gag is...her testimony is the VERY reason why you should surrender to believing God's narrative for your life. 'Cause if your story ain't authored by Him, then W.E. suggest you snatch the pen back! Our advice question is for those of you living in the overflow, plus the Saints wanna know if the homie Judas deserves to be rescued. To reclaim your power, swing by ThePowerMovesBook.com + ThePowerMovesTour.com to join us this April for the book launch! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

One thing for certain and two things for sure —today's guest wouldn't change nothing for her journey now! The powerhouse known as Tamron Hall links up with SJR, and tells listeners how a job loss propelled her into making the bold move of betting on herself and becoming a nationally syndicated talk show host. But can you imagine holding a position of authority and being diminished because you're a woman? While sharing how power shows up in her home life, Tamron spills tea on the greatest love story ever told! Trust, you'll want to hear it. But Sis, when will you start owning what you want, by speaking it into the world? They say closed mouths don't get fed, so open your mouth! Learn more about the "Watch Where They Hide" book tour at TamronHall.tv See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chhiiillleee, it's been a very long week for SJR, and you're finna find out why! Before starting this episode, W.E. ask that you proceed with caution. 'Cause somebody proved themselves to be a sacrificial lamb in motherhood, but even more so on this here podcast. Tune in to hear how SJR was able to strike a balance, and release the fragrance of who Jesus is in the busyness of life. Now…the advice segment is where things went from 0 to 100 real quick! Especially after the girls wanted to throw that thang in a circle. SJR discussed the power of the body, and encouraged those who devote themselves to serving others to acknowledge their own needs. Repeat after W.E. — I give myself permission to let power move. Then do us a solid a pre-order your copy of thepowermovesbook.com! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You do know two intentions can run parallel to one another, right? Take, for instance — what the enemy meant for evil, God meant for good. During some one-on-one time with SJR, she breaks down scripture, shares how to maintain our character in times of calamity, and speaks to moving in the power of God. This week's advice segment touches on friendship breakups, so chile if you're in need, pull up a chair! Not only does SJR share her Spring Break plans, but GUESS whose viral TikTok videos have been her guilty pleasure? Press play on this episode to find out! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SJR is back this week to tell us what she loves most about Women's History Month, and it has a lot to do with P O W E R! Here to help her differentiate between the illusion of power vs. having it forreal, are her friends, stylist J. Bolin and photographer Cyndi B. Chhiiillleee, this episode is full of nuggets! 'Cause what better way to explore the "look" of a woman when she knows she's powerful than with two gurus who curate their images on the daily? What W.E. know for sure is — power is embodied, NOT flaunted! And all power ain't good power! Tune in and prepare to kiki as they lowkey let us in on their group chat. Stay until the end to hear SJR share the cliff notes from her April 30th book release, Power Moves! PRE-ORDER your copy today at https://www.thomasnelson.com/p/power-moves/. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, you'll get some one-on-one time with SJR as she answers some HOT TOPIC advice questions! Covering everything from how to stay grounded, rest, and join the team, plus, spilling tea on her morning routine, leisure activities, and start in ministry — y'all better press PLAY and get some of these! Our little besties Ella & MaKenzie share their concerns of "becoming", and their humanity has the potential to ground you for today. Prepare for a fun and intimate episode, Sis! If you gotta rescue or need advice, shoot your shot at podcast@womanevolve.com. W.E. are waiting to hear from you! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How do W.E. do it all? His grace—that's it, that's the answer! In the opening of this episode, SJR answers a FAQ on how to achieve work-life balance as a mother and entrepreneur. Just know that it has EVERYTHING to do with knowing that work is what she does and her relationship with Christ is who she is. Our internet-nieces, Ella and MaKenzie, share their firsthand experience on why home is where the love begins. So, get ready to experience the beauty that unfolds when parenting becomes gentle and girls evolve! Sis, are you ready to ignite your power, and become a force to be reckoned with? If so, the bestie SJR is coming to a city near you! Join us this Spring for an intimate evening at the Power Moves Book Tour. Grab your tickets at sarahjakesroberts.com today! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Happy Valentine's Day, Sis! Remember, there's no performing your way out of heartbreak, and the greatest gift W.E. can give ourselves is love. After last week's episode, does anyone else see Erika Cruz for who she is and not for what she's done? 'Cause W.E. do! Repentance was showcased in a bold and beautiful way, that SJR is going a step further to dissect a portion of their conversation with a red kool-aid analogy not to be missed! They say the devil is in the details, but did they know God is a God of immersion? Chhiiillleee, the proof is in this podcast, the inspiration to write a book is in the advice segment, and the decision to rescue gentle parenting is in the air! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, SJR connects with Erika Cruz who shared her testimony of surrendering to accountability & Sis, W.E. felt that for somebody! After navigating the challenges of a tumultuous childhood, Erika leveraged her life experiences and evolved into a phenomenal brand strategist and mindset coach. At this stage in life, while confronting the consequences of her actions, our guest brings listeners in on her journey of redemption. Let us be the first to say that compassion and forgiveness of S E L F go a long way. So, prepare to give our girl some credit plus God some praise as she tells her story of becoming better! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When God moves, you move—just like that! It's time W.E. talk about obeying conviction, Sis. 'Cause that's the E N E R G Y our guest is on and W.E. are here for it! In this episode, SJR connects with comedian, actress, and entrepreneur B. Simone. Together they discuss the importance of releasing individuals from the roles they once occupied in our lives & whew chile, wait a minute! You see, there's a freedom that comes from pleasing God instead of people. In fact, our girl B. Simone shares the lifestyle changes she's making to reintroduce authenticity instead of likability in her relationships. From grieving the loss of friends to expanding the Kingdom, press PLAY to hear how Jeremiah 29:13 is her go-to posture of all time! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Closed mouths don't get fed! And there you are starving, 'cause you won't open your mouth. Sis, what is it that you NEED? In this episode, SJR continues her conversation with seminary-trained, licensed trauma therapist, and bestselling author of "Why Am I Like This?", Kobe Campbell. Together they explore how to introduce change and avoid sugarcoating in relationships. But before W.E. get into that, prepare for some exclusive one-on-one time with the bestie SJR and gain some noteworthy advice on navigating new seasons. If you thought last week was epic, then tune in to hear how the rest unfolds! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chhiiillleee, W.E. made it to another season of the podcast! And y'all know what it is—new year, new intentions, but the SAME God! That's why all of 2024, we're picking up what He's putting down by way of surrender. First up to test our posture is seminary-trained, licensed trauma therapist, and bestselling author of "Why Am I Like This?", Kobe Campbell. She and SJR started to unpack expectations in relationships when a WHOLE therapy session made its way on the airwaves. Tap in to hear how it went and be the first to enjoy our new and improved—SJR, Mind My Business and Rescue Eve podcast segments! No cap, but this episode will challenge you to let people's journeys be their own, free from your need for co-dependency. So, if you can't say amen, say ouch! Podcast@womanevolve.com www.blackeffect.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Woman Evolve is Now Part of the Black Effect Podcast Network! In a world of mixed messages, the Woman Evolve podcast is blending faith with contemporary culture and keeping it all the way real! Hosted by Sarah Jake's Roberts. Tune in starting Wednesday, January 10, 2024! www.blackeffect.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Have you ever felt like you had nothing left to lose, including your faith, hope, or the belief that better is available to you? You're not alone! Catch this word and get ready to fight like a woman that refuses to lose anything else! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Issa WETV Throwback! SJR caught up with her friend Michelle Williams and sis was candid! She shared what she'd tell her younger self, what led to breaking off her engagement, and what she believes God has called her to do next in her life. Tune in for some edifying girl talk! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When something gets in the way of your relationship with God — it's gotta go. In "Everything Must Go," Pastor Sarah Jakes Roberts teaches us to clear away what's holding us back from being who God created us to be. The things that keep us from God –– bitterness, anger, old mindsets, toxic relationships –– it's time for them to go. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There is nothing more powerful than showing our children our flaws. What may be even more powerful is showing how we show up in spite of our flaws. Join Pastor Sarah, our new homegirl and honorary doctor - Dr. Jill Waggoneer and her daughter Jillian for our final episode of the "My Mother, My Sister" series. You may want to grab some tissues! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Sis, set your priorities straight, so W.E. can watch you pop awf! In this throwback episode, newlywed & first-time mom Stevi Carter is teaching us how to rearrange a thing or two. Her main concern is living in a state of gratitude & chile W.E. felt that for somebody! When was the last time you slowed down and prioritized what truly mattered? Ya know…vibin' with the fam, figuring out those friendships, or building a legacy. Bet you walk away from this episode doing what needs to be done! Per the advice segment, there is NOTHING too petty for God. So, gone hit up His prayer line! This show is brought to you by BetterHelp.com/evolve online therapy + Quince.com/evolve. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Leveling the playing field is one thing, but leveling ALL the way up is another! And that's what we're on this week thanks to the change agent and multihyphenate herself, Morgan DeBaun! Sis is no stranger when it comes to betting on the underserved and underestimated. Her greatest hope for the generation of women to come, is that we never have to doubt ourselves or the choices we make. Stay tuned as this episode unapologetically lends itself towards independence, identity, and innovation! This show is sponsored by BetterHelp.com/Evolve online therapy + Zocdoc.com/WomanEvolve digital healthcare marketplace. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

They say to be the adult you needed when you were younger. But what about those of us traversing emotional injuries created by a generational deficit? YES chile, we're talkin' "mother wounds". As an overcomer of mental and emotional barriers in her childhood, our guest co-host Alyson Brown sits down with SJR to share with listeners how healing is STILL available. Join us as W.E. go inward to become the change we needed and perhaps STILL need to experience. Then learn more about the work that Alyson is doing by plugging into her "Shades of Brown Podcast" and "Healing from a Mother Wound Community". See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If Woman Evolve 23 taught us anything, it's that truth and transparency will set us free! As sisters, we stood before God and each other in our "nakedness", witnessing the depths of another woman's pain. After recognizing a lack of closeness, SJR and her ferocious warrior of a big sister, Cora Jakes, sit down to have an intimate conversation concerning their sisterhood relationship. Tune in as the two explain where they are right now and where they hope to land in due season! This show is sponsored by BetterHelp.com/Evolve online therapy + Zocdoc.com/WomanEvolve digital healthcare marketplace. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When it comes to communicating with the children in your life, are some things better left unsaid? If you're wishing to parent with intention, this drop of hope is just for you! Tune in as SJR and New York Times bestselling author, licensed therapist, and sought-after relationship expert Nedra Tawwab explore the benefits of discussing the "hard" things. Their talk will leave you not only parenting the child that's in front of you, but healing the inner child within you! Get your hands on SJR's latest book at AllHopeIsFound.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Imagine what would happen if we frequently yielded to our well-being. Here to reveal the fruits of her labor is digital architect Fran Medina! After documenting her health journey online, she quickly cultivated a community of people curious about holistic health and wellness. This week, SJR and Fran connect to explore how a life rooted in intention redefines the markers of success. This episode proves that when it comes to obedience, consistency at even the smallest level makes the difference! Learn more about the work that Fran is doing at HeyFranHey.com. This show is brought to you by BetterHelp.com/evolve + Quince.com/evolve! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It can be difficult to hold onto hope, especially when things seem bleak. However, it's important to remember that hope is always the answer. Sometimes, all it takes is a shift in perspective or expectations to see things in a more positive light. That's why we've gathered some inspiring drops of hope from SJR's sermons and messages that have helped us during our own moments of despair. It is our prayer that by sharing these with you, we're able to provide a boost of hope when you need it most. Remember, in times like these, hope is never truly lost. Join us over the next few weeks as we hold onto hope together! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Issa podcast throwback! Our good Sis stood ten toes down in her truth! But keep it a hunnid, haven't you been in rooms where you chose to become someone else—all to avoid rejection? Kieara explains how the path of self-acceptance led to an encounter with purpose & it's giving Hail Mary vibes! The two discuss lookin' like ya husband's homeboy, imaginary heaux tales, emotional boundaries, & so much MORE! Eve said it's on sight, but the Saints don't wake up & choose violence, sooo pull up on StopBullying.gov. GIRL! Issa mic drop during the advice segment that's gone leave you to pick.up.your.feelings & hold 'em to a higher standard! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The hope for new connections can sound scary. It requires a new level of vulnerability and maybe even truth that has yet to be spoken. Sis, we're evolving over here and it takes all of that and all of you! Lean into trusting yourself so you can learn to trust others with you too. SJR and Andrea Merkyl discuss what new connections require and how they benefit us. Preorder Pastor Sarah's new book "All Hope Is Found" here: https://www.thomasnelson.com/p/all-hope-is-found/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The following episode contains adult themes, sexual content, and strong language not suitable for all audiences. Viewer discretion is advised, so don't say W.E. didn't warn you! Sis, today you are in for a tiiimmmeee with Christian Sex Therapist, Angela Griffith. She teaches women and couples how to break free from toxic purity culture with a twist of humor & a hint of God! Hang onto your wigs and side-eyes as Andrea and SJR take us on an educational journey towards becoming MORE radical—in our bodies, in that marriage, and dare W.E. say...the bedroom? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

W.E. could either hope for a well-balanced life or truly achieve one! Here to share with our listeners how to maintain harmony is guest co-host Tatianna Merritt. As a wife, mom of four, content creator, and influencer, she tells of the constant need to retreat and seek peace through Christ. Our girl SJR kept it real and said even the "good" things threaten to distract us from who W.E. have the potential of becoming & Sis, W.E. felt that for somebody! Tuning into this episode will have you hanging onto individuality and prioritizing your faith, so go ahead & get into it! This show is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at BetterHelp.com/EVOLVE and get on your way to being your best self! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices