S5 Episode #24- Kennisha Griffin
THE ONE WITH KENNISHA GRIFFIN
This week I am so excited to welcome Kennisha Griffin to the podcast!. Kennisha is an author, and the founder and CEO of Create and Blossom Literary Studios- a book writing, publishing, and publicity firm that helps authors write their books and establish their new careers. Tune in as Kennisha opens up about leaning into God through times of suffering, and overcoming fear, reclaiming her voice, and meditating on the character of God. You won’t want to miss this episode!
MORE ABOUT KENNISHA
Kennisha Griffin is the author of eight inspirational books. She has served the writing community for over 15 years as a writing mentor and literary coach. She was interviewed on Fox and CBS affiliate stations and featured in Wacoan Magazine, Hope for Women Magazine, Focus on the Family, and many podcast shows. As a writer, her mission is to tell family and faith-focused stories that provide hope and healing.
Kennisha is the founder and CEO of Create and Blossom Literary Studios- a book writing, publishing, and publicity firm that helps authors write their books and establish their new careers. Kennisha is also an Adjunct Instructor at McLennan Community College. Academically, Kennisha has received a Bachelor of Science in Communication degree from the University of Phoenix and is pursuing her Master of Arts in Communication degree at Liberty University. Kennisha and her family reside in Central Texas.
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When Kennisha came to know the Lord, she always said, “I want to know God like Abraham did. I want to know God like Moses did. I want God to speak to me like He spoke to them…”
She has learned that God reveals himself through His word and through the people that we come into contact with.
DISCOVERING YOUR PURPOSE
As a little girl, Kennisha always loved to write and make books. As an adult, God continued to bring these memories to her mind.
After college, Kennisha started working in education. However, early in her career she had a very high risk pregnancy and had to be put on bed rest. When she stopped working, The Lord reminded Kennisha of her love for writing.
Sometimes when we feel like we’re out of the game, God is actually using that time to get us in a new direction!
Simply Wisdom – get Kennisha’s first book!
LEANING INTO GOD IN SUFFERING
When we are in the middle of the struggle, we often don’t see the light at the end of the tunnel. We don’t always know how we will make it through.
Kennisha walked through infertility for many years. Kennisha has had a total of five miscarriages. She has 7 living children, but the longing for the five never goes away. She has had to learn how to lean in and trust God even when she doesn’t have all of the answers. The pain many never go away, but God will always provide what you need in each moment.
Once Upon a Child – Get Kennisha’s memoir!
Kennisha was introduced to fear very young in her life after an incident of assault. The enemy used this fear to keep Kennisha silent and hidden. She had to release that to The Lord and seek professional help through Christian counseling.
It takes great strength to endure hardship and still say that God is good! Even in the hardship, God shows up in miraculous ways!
The enemy tried to make Kennisha believe that God had abandoned her side, and that she is to blame for the pain in her life. However, the TRUTH is that God is always there for you. Even if you drift or make mistakes, the Holy Spirit will gently guide you back.
God is good, He is kind, He is loving, He is compassionate. He cares about you. God will not leave you. He will not forsake you. You can call on His Name. Even in your darkest moment, He will hear you.
God is your rescuer, He is your provider, sustainer. He is your peace in the midst of chaos and confusion in this world. You might need to go back to the basics of who God is every single day.
God doesn’t change like shifting shadows. God is steady. He is unchanging. He will not leave your side. You can always call upon Him!
WRESTLING WITH UNMET LONGINGS
Even in our waiting, God is there. There is still much to do while you wait.
Miscarried Joy – Book recommendation
Even in the midst of the longing, we can still declare and choose to believe that God is STILL good. Even in the thick of your waiting, God is there. You can still move, do, and serve while you wait. The feelings of longing and pain may not go away, but while you wait, God is still at work in and through you!
CREATE AND BLOSSOM
Kennisha is the founder and CEO of Create and Blossom Literary Studios- a book writing, publishing, and publicity firm that helps authors write their books and establish their new careers.
FINAL THOUGHTS
God says that we are all fearfully and wonderfully made in the image of God. There is something special and unique that God has for YOU. You exist to glorify God in what you do. We are called to love our neighbors. We need to love and serve one another!
People out there need what you have to offer. The world needs your voice!
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