A listener wrote in after the Bible on Business series saying they’re inspired, but struggle to get the same revelation when reading the Bible on their own—and don’t know how to apply it to business. That honest question surfaced a real gap between hearing and doing, which Tatum will address with a brand-new, step-by-step practical series on building a business with God today (not 2017).

Before the series starts next episode, we’re reposting this foundational teaching to set perspective: revelation isn’t just for revenue—it’s for building eternally sound work that will withstand God’s testing. Listen with fresh ears, take notes, and get ready for a practical “how” series starting next.

Tatum frames business-building through 1 Corinthians 3:13–15: everything we build will be tried by fire, revealing whether it was constructed on Christ or on straw. She walks through the tension between earthly success and eternal reward, invites honest heart work (contentment, motives, obedience), and gives a practical inspection checklist to evaluate what you’re building—so it lasts.

• 1 Corinthians 3:13–15 — God’s fire reveals the quality of our work; only what’s built on Christ endures.
• Also referenced: 1 Cor. 3:11, 2 Cor. 5:10, Matthew 6:19–20, Galatians 6:9, James 1:12, Mark 10:45, Hebrews 11:6, 2 Timothy 4:8, 1 Peter 5:4, 1 Thessalonians 2:19, Romans 6:23, John 3:16, Revelation 21:4, 1 Corinthians 15:42, 52.

• Perspective reset: We’re not only building for launches and KPIs—we’re building for Judgment Day.
• Foundation matters: Only Christ is a durable foundation (1 Cor. 3:11).
• Eternal rewards: Salvation is by grace; rewards relate to faithfulness and obedience.
• Heart inspection: Contentment, motives, service, perseverance, and faith over sight.
• From revelation to practice: The upcoming series will translate Scripture → systems, decisions, and daily leadership.

Ask and answer honestly—by your actions, not lip service:

1. Foundation: Is this truly built on Jesus—or on trends, ambition, and metrics?
2. Faithfulness & Obedience: Are your policies, leadership, and operations aligned with Scripture (not just intuition)?
3. Service vs. Sales: Are you serving the people you’re called to, or merely selling? (Mark 10:45)
4. Fruit: Do your processes reflect God’s character (love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control)?
5. Perseverance: Do you endure God-assignments when it’s hard, or quit? (Gal. 6:9; James 1:12)
6. Faith in Practice: Do you operate by faith, not sight—especially when results lag? (Heb. 11:6; 2 Cor. 5:7)

• If God’s plan looked nothing like your vision board, would you still follow Him?
• Where is contentment still being formed in you?
• Which part of your business would burn under testing—and why?
• What one policy or practice can you realign to Scripture this week?

Tatum answers your submitted questions on (1) what to do when you feel like you’re not hearing from God, (2) discerning whether a pivot is Spirit-led, and (3) how to pursue higher education as a wife, mom, and entrepreneur—plus why she said “yes” to law school. Expect practical rhythms, biblical anchors, and real-life systems that protect your peace, family, and focus.

• [0:27] What do you do when you feel like you are not hearing from God?
• [15:18] How do you know when something is (or should be) a Spirit-led pivot?
• [21:11] What made you pursue law school?
• [31:52] Advice for a mom, wife, and entrepreneur pursuing higher education

• When God feels “quiet,” first lower the noise: reduce information overload, step back from social feeds, and create space to hear His still, small voice. Watch for personal “warning lights” (anxiety, irritability, impatience) that signal it’s time to unplug and recentre.
• Sometimes silence is intentional—a season to apply what He already taught you. Keep communing with God, act in obedience, and recognize His hand even when He isn’t verbose.
• Discerning a Spirit-led pivot:
• Scripture check—God will not contradict His Word.
• History with God—does this align with recent themes in prayer, journaling, and conviction?
• Wise counsel + practical confirmations—agreement from trusted voices and doors God opens.
• Order matters—obedience first, clarity often follows.
• Pursuing school as a mompreneur: count the cost, build the team, design systems.
• Scale business responsibly, design childcare that gives peace of mind, and budget with realistic/committed revenue.
• Protect mind, body, and spirit: fuel with protein-forward meals, rest when your body says pause, and use tools that lower cognitive load.
• Tools Tatum loves for study & life design:
• Google Notebook to turn class notes into podcasts, videos, quizzes, flashcards, and mind maps.
• A custom “LifeOS” in ChatGPT trained on syllabi, calendars, and family logistics to auto-draft weekly plans.

• God speaking in a still small voice (1 Kings 19:11–13)
• Fruit of the Spirit as behavioural gauge (Galatians 5:22–23)
• Abraham’s move as a model for faith steps (Genesis 12)
• Counting the cost before building (Luke 14:28)
• Spirit-led redirection in Acts (e.g., Acts 16)

• Study Bible (with cross-references, concordance, index, maps) - https://amzn.to/4hgpEww
• Google Notebook: https://notebooklm.google/
• Have a question for the show? Email: tatum@tatumtamia.com
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In this honest check-in, I share why I’m temporarily shifting from two episodes a week while juggling law school, newborn life, and midterms—and I re-air one of your most requested episodes: Rhythm over Routine. We close out the “How to Make Spirit-Led Business Decisions” mini-series with a practical framework for building a business in step with the Spirit, not driven by hustle or ego. If you’ve ever felt productive yet disconnected from God, this one will set you free.

• The difference between routine (checkbox faith) and rhythm (daily dependence)
• Why “keeping in step with the Spirit” (Galatians 5:16–26) is a lifestyle, not a morning checklist
• The 4-part framework: Abide → Align → Act → Assess
• How digital distraction, time scarcity, and information overload sabotage intimacy with God—and what to do about it
• Practical ways to reduce noise (limits, notifications, sacred windows) and protect your secret place
• How to evaluate fruit and course-correct with grace (not performance)

• Galatians 5:16–26 – Walk by the Spirit; fruit of the Spirit; keep in step
• John 15:5 – Abiding in the Vine to bear fruit
• Luke 10:38–42 – Martha vs. Mary (routine vs. rhythm)
• Exodus 16 – Daily manna: dependence over hoarding
• Mark 1:35; John 5:19 – Jesus’ pace and posture: presence over pressure

• Abide: Guard intimacy with God; create sacred windows; reduce digital noise.
• Align: Test ideas, opportunities, and pivots against Scripture, God’s character, and the peace of the Spirit.
• Act: Move with faith and flexibility—be interruptible and obedient.
• Assess: Measure fruit (Gal. 5:22–23), review outcomes with the Spirit, and course-correct as needed.

• Put time limits on social apps; silence non-essential notifications.
• Try an information fast (step back from extra voices/content).
• Schedule sacred windows (daily/weekly) for prayer, stillness, and listening.
• Run decisions through discernment filters: Scripture consistency, peace, timing, assignment fit.

• Part 1: Acts 8:26–40 — Strategic decisions led by the Holy Spirit
• Part 2: Acts 13:1–4 — Worship, fasting, submission → divine clarity
• Part 3: Acts 16:6–10 — Mobility and flexibility in Spirit-led pivots

I’m lining up Q&A episodes to pour out what God’s been teaching me during this season.

• Send your questions: tatum@tatumtemia.com

In this week’s episode of Blessed and Bossed Up, we’re continuing our Bible on Business series by unpacking the power of holy boldness through the lens of Acts 4:13–22. As Christian entrepreneurs, we are called to do more than just add scripture to our captions—we are called to build businesses that reflect the character of Christ and disrupt worldly systems with Kingdom values.

This episode digs deep into what it truly means to be bold, not in a self-glorifying or performative way, but with a courage that is empowered by the Holy Spirit. We define boldness biblically, exploring its Greek root (parrēsia) and how it shows up in the lives of Peter and John as they stand before the Sanhedrin with confidence and conviction.

Tatum also brings in Numbers 30 to confront how many of us mask passiveness as patience or humility when it is actually disobedience. You’ll walk away from this episode with the clarity to recognize whether your hesitation is humility or hidden fear, and the spiritual tools to begin choosing obedience over comfort.

Other key takeaways:

• The biblical definition of boldness and how to cultivate it
• The difference between boldness, pride, and ego
• What happens when we confuse self-glorification with Spirit-led courage
• Why passiveness is not humility—and how to confront it in yourself
• Examples of modern-day Kingdom businesses that disrupt worldly systems
• The connection between time with Jesus and confidence in your calling
• How boldness helps you become a witness, not just an entrepreneur

This is a must-listen episode for anyone who is tired of playing it safe and ready to boldly obey what God has already told them to do.

We pick the book club back up with Part II (“Looking Within”) of The Spirit-Filled Life by Dr. Charles Stanley. Tatum recaps the biblical foundation of the Holy Spirit’s indwelling (for all believers at salvation) versus His influencing (our moment-by-moment leading). Building on the recent Internal Harmony series, she explains that walking by the Spirit is not distant, rule-based “directions,” but a close, personal leading—a lifestyle of sensitivity, dependence, and cooperation. You’ll learn why the Spirit’s primary goal is to form Christ-likeness, how to fight the “battle before the battle” in your mind, and why Scripture is the Holy Spirit’s weapon of choice (the sword of the Spirit) for dismantling lies, speculations, and flesh-driven desires. Tatum shares practical examples from entrepreneurship and life, showing how obedience positions us to avoid unnecessary suffering and walk into God’s wise, timely provision. Grab your copy: https://amzn.to/4mSGGTN

• Indwelt & Led: All believers receive the Holy Spirit at salvation; the ongoing call is to be led by Him (Gal. 5:16, 18, 25).
• Rhythm > Routine: Don’t confine God to a devotional “director’s chair.” Cultivate a moment-by-moment rhythm with Him.
• Holiness is the Goal: The Spirit’s primary work is Christ-likeness, not quick answers about jobs, money, or moves.
• Battle Before the Battle: Win the mental war first—guard thoughts, take them captive, and preoccupy your mind with truth.
• Scripture = Sword: Use specific verses to confront specific lies; memorize and speak them out loud.
• Focus Forms Direction: “What we focus on, we drift toward.” Set your mind on the Spirit to avoid fulfilling the flesh.

• Galatians 5:16, 18, 25 — Walk/keep in step with the Spirit
• Ephesians 5:18 — Filled with the Spirit
• 1 Corinthians 12:13 — One Spirit, one body
• 1 John 4:13 — Assurance by His Spirit
• Romans 6:11–14 — Dead to sin, alive to God
• Romans 12:2 — Renew your mind
• Colossians 3:2 — Set your mind on things above
• Philippians 4:8 — Think on what is true
• 2 Corinthians 10:5 — Take thoughts captive
• 1 Peter 1:13; 3:9; 4:19 — Sober-minded, repay evil with blessing, entrust to a faithful Creator
• Ephesians 6:17 — The word as the sword of the Spirit

1. List Your Speculations & Struggles: Recurring daydreams, fantasies, mental loops.
2. Find Targeted Verses: Use a study Bible/concordance to match each area with Scripture.
3. Memorize & Speak Aloud: Put verses on cards, phone lock screen, mirror, or desk. Say them out loud daily.
4. Accountability: Share your list with a trusted friend and review weekly.
5. Pray for Sensitivity: Ask the Holy Spirit to flag thoughts not in harmony with truth.

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In this final episode of the Internal Harmony Series, we’re tackling the “big C word” — control. Control isn’t just a personality trait; it’s a spiritual stronghold that keeps us bound, quenches the Spirit, and robs us of God’s peace.

In this episode, I share a recent testimony about what happened when I surrendered control, unpack why the Bible calls us to release it, and walk through case studies of the Rich Young Ruler and Paul to show the difference between clinging to control and living surrendered.

You’ll learn:

• Why control is a stronghold and how it quenches the Spirit (1 Thessalonians 5:19)
• How control shows up as a cognitive distortion
• The root issue of trust and how to rebuild it
• A practical Weekly Surrender Challenge to live this out

This episode will equip you to exchange control for surrender and experience the internal harmony God desires for you.

In this powerful conclusion to the Internal Harmony Series, Tatum shares what it's looked like to live in true peace while managing law school, motherhood, business, and ministry. Through personal testimony and Spirit-led insight, she unpacks the third psychological barrier to inner peace: emotional suppression.

Tatum explains how suppression—pushing down emotions like sadness, joy, fear, or anger—creates distance between us and the Holy Spirit, damages our bodies, and leads to emotional isolation. Drawing from biblical truth, she highlights how Jesus and David modeled emotional embodiment, reminding listeners that emotional honesty is not weakness—it’s worship.

This episode is a call to stop striving and start surrendering. You’ll walk away with biblical study tools, a mantra (“We don’t suppress, we submit”), and simple, life-changing practices that foster rhythm, not routine.

Inside this episode:

• The difference between disembodiment and suppression
• How suppression affects your business and leadership
• Real-life strategies for walking in internal harmony
• Biblical case studies from Psalms + the life of Jesus
• Encouragement for Black women & high-achieving Christian entrepreneurs

Scripture focus includes John 11:35, Luke 22:44, Psalm 6, Psalm 51, and more.