Abide & Seek

What if God is calling you into a new season this year? This new season may require more from you in all aspects, but most importantly, God wants you to trust Him MORE! By reading His Word, we see countless examples of God’s faithfulness - and how during these divine interruptions, we should keep our eyes fixed on His character. In this episode, we talk more about new rhythms and new seasons while understanding what it looks like to really abide in the Lord as a disciple.  Verses Mentioned: New Garments and New Wineskins  (Mark 2:18-22; Matthew 9:14-17; Luke 5:33-39) New Roles require Consecration (2 Corinthians 5:17) New Rhythms require Consistency (Isaiah 43:18-19)  New Responsibilities require Capacity (Mark 2:21-22) Abiding (John 15:1-17) → Divine Interruptions (v.2), Heart Check (v. 7-8), Secure in Love/Joy in Obedience (v. 10-11), Stewarding the Assignment (v.16) Be sure to leave a rating and a review. Thank you for tuning into the show! Let’s Connect! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TrulyDoctorTaylor Instagram: @TrulyDoctorTaylor Christian Playlists: https://linktr.ee/platformwithapurpose

In this episode, I’m discussing the lessons I’ve learned while being engaged! As we transition into this new year, it’s essential to reflect on how God has prepared and equipped us to navigate this new season of 2026.  From Pastor Vlad - Article: https://pastorvlad.org/64-questions-to-ask-before-getting-engaged/  - Video:  64 Essential Questions Christian Couples Should Ask Before Engagement Be sure to leave a rating and a review. Thank you for tuning into the show! Let’s Connect! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TrulyDoctorTaylor Instagram: @TrulyDoctorTaylor Christian Playlists: https://linktr.ee/platformwithapurpose

When the enemy attacks with shame, guilt and condemnation, how are we called to respond? Why does God call for us to love ourselves well? How does fear of man’s approval drive us away from the assignment God has for us?  Episode on Convictions: https://youtu.be/zoXqEnnf4lo?si=0Tg9PL9z_laTnQce  Verses Mentioned: Truth for Warfare (Romans 6; Romans 8:1-2) Biblical Love (1 Corin. 13; 1 John 4; John 13:35)  Fear of Man (Gal. 1:10) Be sure to leave a rating and a review. Thank you for tuning into the show! Let’s Connect! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TrulyDoctorTaylor Instagram: @TrulyDoctorTaylor Christian Playlists: https://linktr.ee/platformwithapurpose

Practicing the importance of stillness and meeting God in healing in the healing process when things get hard. As we walk through 1 Kings 19, we see Elijah displaying undivided devotion, though society and culture say otherwise. Addressing the insecurities, being honest with our disappointments, and enduring through moments of hopelessness is all that God is asking for during difficult circumstances.  Verses Mentioned: 1 Kings 17-19 Blaming Others –Tendency to Deflect; “Do you want to be healed?” (John 5:6) Blaming Self –Holding on to Guilt/Shame; “Where are you?” (Genesis 3:9) Blaming God –Trust influences our Faith; “Who do you say that I am?” (Matthew 16:15) Emphasis of Stillness – Reverence (Isaiah 57:11); Instruction (Isaiah 30:21); Endurance (Isaiah 40:28-31)  Be sure to leave a rating and a review. Thank you for tuning into the show! Let’s Connect! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TrulyDoctorTaylor Instagram: @TrulyDoctorTaylor Christian Playlists: https://linktr.ee/platformwithapurpose

Are we abusing God’s grace in seasons of provision? Is our faith the same on the mountain top as it is in the valley? In this episode, we discuss remembering God’s faithfulness to us but also the reality of our faithfulness to Him! Let’s dive into taking inventory and being mindful of our heart posture when we’re in the wilderness and in the midst of His provision.  Verses Mentioned: Testing in The Wilderness (Deuteronomy 8:2-5; 1 Corinthians 10:13)  Warfare on the Narrow Road (Deuteronomy 20:1-9) Self-sufficiency and Stewardship (Deuteronomy 11:10-12; 6:10-12) Surrender Your Heart (Psalm 106:13-15) God’s Faithfulness (Isaiah 46:3-4)  Be sure to leave a rating and a review. Thank you for tuning into the show! Let’s Connect! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TrulyDoctorTaylor Instagram: @TrulyDoctorTaylor Christian Playlists: https://linktr.ee/platformwithapurpose

“Don’t end in the flesh what began in the Spirit”. Is your relationship with God the same on the mountaintop as it is in the valley? Are there times when it feels like our zeal for God is dwindling because of the trials we’re facing? Are there times when it feels like we need a Word from God but we get silence in return? These circumstances can be tests that God uses to expose what’s in our hearts and what we really think about God.  Verses Mentioned: Galatians 3:3 Deuteronomy 6:10-12 2 Kings 18 - 20 2 Chronicles 32:24-31 Be sure to leave a rating and a review. Thank you for tuning into the show! Let’s Connect! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TrulyDoctorTaylor Instagram: @TrulyDoctorTaylor Christian Playlists: https://linktr.ee/platformwithapurpose

An update on life lately: A vulnerable reflection on moments of feeling stuck and holding on to faith when it’s hard to stand firm. Being in a tough space as you're struggling to hold on to faith when you want to give up and take the easier route…God will shift everything to bring you to a place to trust Him.  Verses Mentioned: Exodus 14 Deuteronomy 1 Be sure to leave a rating and a review. Thank you for tuning into the show! Let’s Connect! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TrulyDoctorTaylor Instagram: @TrulyDoctorTaylor Christian Playlists: https://linktr.ee/platformwithapurpose

What does it mean to watch and pray? Exploring what it means to be called as a watchman, to intercede, and to act in obedience as we partner with God. When was the last time you prayed for someone else? Has God placed a time on your spirit to be consistent in private intercession with Him? What are you willing to sacrifice for deeper intimacy with God by consecration?  Verses Mentioned: Watch and Pray (Luke 21:36) Garden of Gethsemane (Matthew 26)  The Parable of the Ten Virgins (Matthew 25) Days of Noah (Matthew 24:36-39) Being a Living Sacrifice (Romans 12:1) Sin Entangles and Hinders us (Hebrews 12:1)  Call of the Watchmen (Ezekiel 33) Micah Wood - God is Looking for Watchmen https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNPQ55F2su2_K4BPKp8m-F54Jlxh5KqxM&si=iNvqCYm11eTNkg_s  Be sure to leave a rating and a review. Thank you for tuning into the show! Let’s Connect! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TrulyDoctorTaylor Instagram: @TrulyDoctorTaylor Christian Playlists: https://linktr.ee/platformwithapurpose

Apathy: indifference (a lack of emotion/enthusiasm); a subtle feeling of a lack of interest towards issues that matter to God Have you grown apathetic towards your relationship with God and the spiritual disciplines? Are you caught between the two extremes–Entitlement (burdening yourself and lacking genuine love for God by having a transactional heart posture) or Apathy (feeling indifferent by having a spiritual callous heart posture)? In this episode, we’re exploring ways to diligently seek after God when falling into apathy and discerning between counterfeits presented by the enemy.  Verses Mentioned: Proverbs 25:2 James 5:16  Luke 4:13 2 Timothy 1:7 2 Corinthians 11:13-15 Isaiah 8:20-22 Psalm 37 - “The Exit Interview” Checklist to prepare for transitioning into a new season v.3 - Trust in The Lord  v.4 - Take Delight in the Lord  v.5 - Commit your way to The Lord  v.7 - Be still before The Lord v.34 - Hope in The Lord  Be sure to leave a rating and a review. Thank you for tuning into the show! Let’s Connect! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TrulyDoctorTaylor Instagram: @TrulyDoctorTaylor Christian Playlists: https://linktr.ee/platformwithapurpose

Do you feel the need to always be in control or things are done better when we do it ourselves? This is from the root of self-sufficiency due to taking God’s grace for granted. In this episode, we’ll explore how the enemy attempts to blind us in order to bind us and how to produce genuine faith.  Verses Mentioned: Genuine Faith - 1 Peter 1:6-7  Samson - Judges 16 Blind Bartimaeus - Mark 10:46-52  Spiritual Blindness -  2 Corinthians 4:3-4; Matthew 6:22-24; 2 Peter 1:9; Mark 9:43-47 Purity - 2 Corinthians 7:1 Be sure to leave a rating and a review. Thank you for tuning into the show! Let’s Connect! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TrulyDoctorTaylor Instagram: @TrulyDoctorTaylor Christian Playlists: https://linktr.ee/platformwithapurpose