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Have you ever felt defined by your mistakes, your circumstances, or the weight of your past? That feeling of being trapped in a narrative you didn't choose can be suffocating, especially when you're trying to walk in faith.

This deeply personal conversation explores three transformative lessons I've learned through my own journey of heartache and redemption. First, we dive into the critical foundation of loving, accepting, and valuing yourself. So many of us place the burden of our worth on relationships, only to discover an emptiness when those relationships change. I share how I learned—through difficult seasons—that self-worth must be established within before it can be recognized by others.

The conversation then shifts to my experience as a teenage mother and the powerful realization that early motherhood doesn't determine your destiny or limit your dreams. Whether you've experienced this yourself or know someone who has, this portion offers hope that paths can change without diminishing our purpose.

Perhaps most powerfully, we explore why we must refuse to be defined by our past mistakes. Using the analogy of driving while only looking in the rearview mirror, I explain why God calls us to acknowledge our past without remaining stuck there. Your history informs your testimony but doesn't determine your future.

This episode concludes with a heartfelt prayer for every woman feeling lost, undervalued, or trapped by her circumstances. Remember, you are positioned for purpose. Everything you've experienced—though God may not have caused it—He can use for His glory when you surrender it to Him. Your story matters, and someone else needs to hear how you overcame.

My prayer is this episode will cause you to reflect and identify any of the lessons and determine to change if there are any.

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Colette’s Bio

Colette Lawrence is an author, dynamic motivator, life coach, and personal development Trainer. She is the author of the book Positioned for Purpose: The Journey and its accompanying devotional and Journal.
She dived headfirst into her passion and purpose of impacting women's lives through
motivation, empowerment, and encouragement. She believes in using the gifts God has given her to help women be who God has called them to be, to see God in their story, and to live their life's purpose.

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What on earth are you here for? That seemingly simple question has profound implications for every woman of faith seeking to understand her divine calling. My personal journey began in 2019 when I felt God urging me to leave a job I loved without clearly revealing what was next. The fear was overwhelming—stepping from security into uncertainty, from the familiar into the unknown—yet something deeper pulled me toward obedience.

Through prayer and guidance from a life coach, I discovered my purpose centered around impacting women by sharing my own story of divorce, childhood trauma, and struggles with confidence. The very pain I wanted to hide became the foundation of my ministry. This revelation didn't come easily; it required overcoming my resistance to being stretched beyond comfort and accepting that God's plans didn't match my preconceived notions.

Finding your purpose begins with specific questions: What brings you joy? What problems do you naturally solve? Where has God positioned you right now? Sometimes your calling isn't about leaving your current situation—God may want to use you exactly where you are, in your family, workplace, or community. Other times, He calls you to step out, acquire new skills, and face financial or personal costs you never anticipated.

My five-year journey walking in purpose hasn't been easy. There have been days I wanted to abandon everything, yet each time I chose obedience, God provided support through unexpected people and opportunities. The underpinning truth remains: "All things work together for good to them that love God and are called according to His purpose" (Romans 8:28). Your mess can become a message, your test a testimony, but only if you're willing to pay the price of obedience. Are you ready to discover what God has uniquely designed you to do?

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Colette Lawrence is an author, dynamic motivator, life coach, and personal development Trainer. She is the author of the book Positioned for Purpose: The Journey and its accompanying devotional and Journal.
She dived headfirst into her passion and purpose of impacting women's lives through
motivation, empowerment, and encouragement. She believes in using the gifts God has given her to help women be who God has called them to be, to see God in their story, and to live their life's purpose.

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Have you ever felt abandoned in your darkest hour, questioning where God is when the storms rage around you? The peace you desperately seek feels out of reach, and sleep eludes you as anxious thoughts crowd your mind.

Drawing from the powerful promise in Psalm 30:5 – "weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning" – this heartfelt episode offers genuine comfort for those difficult seasons when faith falters and hope dims. We explore the raw emotions of spiritual questioning and the honest conversations we have with God when His timeline doesn't match our expectations.

When pursuing your purpose, the journey isn't always smooth. The greatest opposition often comes precisely when you're following God's calling, with roadblocks appearing at every turn. These challenges – anxiety, hopelessness, confusion – aren't signs of abandonment but confirmation that your purpose threatens darkness. God hasn't left you alone in this struggle.

The promise that joy comes in the morning isn't just about emotional relief; it's about divine strategy, breakthrough, and revelation. Morning light will eventually replace your darkness with clarity. God's favor isn't simply about opportunities or resources; it's life-giving strength that outlasts every problem you face.

Take courage today. Lay your questions, disappointments, and fears before God. Hold the fort, knowing that what feels like abandonment is often the moment when God is carrying you through. Your breakthrough is coming. Joy is on its way.

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Colette Lawrence is an author, dynamic motivator, life coach, and personal development Trainer. She is the author of the book Positioned for Purpose: The Journey and its accompanying devotional and Journal.
She dived headfirst into her passion and purpose of impacting women's lives through
motivation, empowerment, and encouragement. She believes in using the gifts God has given her to help women be who God has called them to be, to see God in their story, and to live their life's purpose.

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Todays episode highlights the challenges we face when we decide to pursue the purpose God has for our lives.

• Fear is a barrier to moving forward , the fear of failure particularly can holds us captive, forcing us to remain where we are, when God has called and equipped us to move.

• Comparison steals our fervor for moving, as we are constantly gazing on the others and this affects us and like fear holds us captive. God has equipped each of us with everything we need to succeed.

• Recognizing and embracing our unique gifts is an integral part of our our lives, particularly as believers. The enemy wants us to doubt the investment and gift God has placed within us to make a difference in the lives of others. Once he has us there we won't not move forward.

• The importance of action in faith, we have to see anything that holds us back as the thief of our purpose, our lives were created for impact, but this can't happen if we don't move.

• The call to serve and impact others is a high calling from God, and He will be asking us, what have you done with what I have given you, what will your answer be?

Let us move boldly towards our calling and remember that there are people waiting for our obedience and purpose.

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Colette Lawrence is an author, dynamic motivator, life coach, and personal development Trainer. She is the author of the book Positioned for Purpose: The Journey and its accompanying devotional and Journal.
She dived headfirst into her passion and purpose of impacting women's lives through
motivation, empowerment, and encouragement. She believes in using the gifts God has given her to help women be who God has called them to be, to see God in their story, and to live their life's purpose.

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Today we look at trusting God when life gets hard. As women of faith we sometimes struggle to trust God during difficult times. This episode encourages you to acknowledge and place your trust in God, and reminding you of His unwavering presence in your life regardless of your life circumstances.

Today is see God in pain your and hardship, understanding that in the midst God is there and remember that trusting in Him and the plans He has for us is a good place to be.
Today, I share my personal stories and biblical insights on faith as an encouragement to for you to lift your burdens to God in prayer and lean into the peace that comes from trusting God.

I pray this episode will be a blessing to you.

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Colette’s Bio

Colette Lawrence is an author, dynamic motivator, life coach, and personal development Trainer. She is the author of the book Positioned for Purpose: The Journey and its accompanying devotional and Journal.
She dived headfirst into her passion and purpose of impacting women's lives through
motivation, empowerment, and encouragement. She believes in using the gifts God has given her to help women be who God has called them to be, to see God in their story, and to live their life's purpose.

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Hi friends, in today's episode, brokenness can feel overwhelming, but this episode reminds us that God uses our struggles for a greater purpose.

We explore how insecurities, body image issues, and personal stories of healing reveal the beauty of embracing our scars and the potential that lies in recognizing our worth through Christ.

• Understanding the connection between brokenness and purpose
• Exploring personal struggles with body image and insecurity
• The role of self-acceptance in healing
• The importance of internal validation over external praise
• Recognizing that scars do not define our worth
• Calling listeners to put their struggles before God for healing
• Encouraging community support and sharing of stories
• Affirming the beauty in brokenness and God's restorative work

I hope your takeaway from today's episode is that God has a purpose for your brokenness, imperfections, and scars; none define who you are, only God does. The Lord says in Psalm 139:14 "I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well".

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Colette Lawrence is an author, dynamic motivator, life coach, and personal development Trainer. She is the author of the book Positioned for Purpose: The Journey and its accompanying devotional and Journal.
She dived headfirst into her passion and purpose of impacting women's lives through
motivation, empowerment, and encouragement. She believes in using the gifts God has given her to help women be who God has called them to be, to see God in their story, and to live their life's purpose.

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Have you ever wondered where God is when life feels unbearably hard? In our latest conversation on the Positioned for Purpose Conversations with Colette Marie podcast, we tackle this profound question, drawing inspiration from Romans 8:28. Join me as we explore the comforting promise that even in our darkest times, all things work together for good for those who love God. Through the story of Job, we find strength in the idea that God’s grace is sufficient, and His strength is perfected in our moments of weakness. This episode is more than just words; it's a sanctuary of hope and faith for anyone navigating loss or hardship, offering a reminder that God’s presence is unwavering.

Together, we engage in heartfelt prayer, inviting the peace of God to guard our hearts and minds amid life's challenges. The conversation weaves through themes of faith, divine strength, and enduring hope, reinforcing that though weeping may last for the night, joy comes in the morning. As you listen, may you find solace in the knowledge that God is not only with you but actively working in your story. Let these words be a beacon of encouragement, urging you to pour your heart out and find strength in His unchanging presence.

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Colette Lawrence is an author, dynamic motivator, life coach, and personal development Trainer. She is the author of the book Positioned for Purpose: The Journey and its accompanying devotional and Journal.
She dived headfirst into her passion and purpose of impacting women's lives through
motivation, empowerment, and encouragement. She believes in using the gifts God has given her to help women be who God has called them to be, to see God in their story, and to live their life's purpose.

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What happens when the plans we've carefully laid out for our lives are met with an unyielding "no"? On this episode of Positioned for Purpose Conversations, I, invite you to explore the deeper wisdom behind God's rejections and how they can lead us to a more profound understanding of His will. We unpack the emotions of disappointment and hurt that often accompany His refusal, but through the lens of Romans 8:28, we find hope in the promise that all things work together for the good of those who love God. Reflecting on the story of King David, we'll discover how his acceptance of God's decisions with humility can serve as a guiding light for our journeys of faith.

Amidst the noise of societal pressures and personal expectations, embracing God's "no" becomes a testament to our trust in His plans for us. This episode encourages you to see His refusal not as a denial of love but as a greater expression of it—steering us towards our ultimate good. We'll consider how submitting our desires to His wisdom can bring us closer to His perfect plan. Join the conversation and find strength in knowing that even when His answers are not what we hoped, they are always what we need.

I pray you will embrace God's NO as HIs best for you.

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Colette’s Bio

Colette Lawrence is an author, dynamic motivator, life coach, and personal development Trainer. She is the author of the book Positioned for Purpose: The Journey and its accompanying devotional and Journal.
She dived headfirst into her passion and purpose of impacting women's lives through
motivation, empowerment, and encouragement. She believes in using the gifts God has given her to help women be who God has called them to be, to see God in their story, and to live their life's purpose.

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