The Stiletto Project! New Conference Series for 2011

"The Stiletto Project" is our newest conference offering! By the title, many of you will already know why I am excited for this new concept. :)

My heart is to help women 1) understand how much God loves them 2) understand the word of God, and 3) understand and embrace the unique destiny God has planned. I believe that understanding these three basics will result in a purposeful life as God intended.

I use the term "walking out our destiny" quite frequently. It means, choosing daily who we are going to be - as well as who we are not going to be within the context of following God's plan. There are days when I'm just not "feeling it," so to speak. Sometimes I doubt, I have fear about really embracing what God has called me to do and I question the plan. "What if I fail?" is one of the questions that often times brings a level of trepidation in my heart and mind.

Isn't it true that many times, it's the "what ifs" that will make us hesitate and lack trust? "What if I do this...and it's the wrong thing?" or "What if I try this again and I get hurt?" are just a couple of the doubting questions that can enter our thoughts.

Instead of thinking "what if," try thinking, "and if." For instance, "And if I fail..." poses a question which allows for a natural response. The truth is, there are things in life that will not go the way we've planned. There will be people who will disappoint, hurt, offend, criticize no matter what. Why does it seem easier to dwell on possibilities of failure rather than consider possibilities of success?

If I understand the word of God at all, it clearly states over and again that His plans for us are good. Period. He never tricks us or leads us down a path without the final outcome being one of success. That being said, it doesn't mean that during the journey, we won't encounter trials and tests along the way. Oftentimes, we get stuck when the journey becomes tough and can find outselves questioning whether we heard from God at all! It always brings me comfort to know that God has planned each step, He holds my hand while I'm on the journey and has the finish mark in plain sight - even if I cannot see it.

With this truth in mind, we can then apply the "and ifs" of life to our questions! "And if I fail...God still will remain faithful," or "And if I get hurt in the process...God will heal my heart." Doesn't that bring a sense of peace rather than the anxiety of the "what ifs"?

As we introduce our new ministry concept in 2011, I covet your prayers. Believe me, the enemy is quick to remind me of the "what ifs" concerning this new venture.

God has placed some amazing women along my path! It is such an honor to share His goodness, His faithfulness and His grace everywhere I go. God loves us so much. He has a journey through this life that is to be walked out with purpose, courage and faith...and with stilettos, of course!

Steph