Have you ever felt the weight of shame from your past bear down on you? I invite you to join me on a compelling episode of Created to Give, where I sit down with the remarkable Latoya Matthews to delve into her journey from the scars of abortion to a life brimming with faith and empowerment. I'm your host, Tricia C. Daniel, MBA, and today, Latoya, a freedom coach with an unwavering commitment to supporting women, shares with us her evolution from a Mississippi Delta girl to a thriving Georgia peach and how she stepped into her purpose as a catalyst for women's freedom. She opens up about the personal challenges that fueled her to write "Unveiled Freedom," her upcoming book anticipated for a 2024 release. Throughout our conversation, Latoya gives us a raw look at her own narrative, emphasizing the healing power of sharing our stories and reclaiming our worth by journeying back to our "Genesis." She courageously speaks on the dark times when worthlessness and thoughts of suicide plagued her, and the incredible turnaround she experienced by embracing God's unwavering love. We also touch on the stark contrast between covering our shame with metaphorical fig leaves and receiving the righteous covering from God. Latoya's story is one of resilience, showcasing the positive impact of her Free Woman Program and the true wealth that stems from embracing one's self and forming a spiritual bond with God as a father figure. Step into this inspirational tale of endurance, victory, and the relentless drive to fulfill the assignment given by God. Discover how Latoya's forthcoming book can light the way for those on similar journeys, offering solace and guidance. Don't let this empowering discussion slip by. Make sure to pre-order "Unveiled Freedom" on Latoya’s website or Barnes and Noble. And please, subscribe, follow, and give us a five-star review. If you're interested in more insights on living out God’s financial teachings, I encourage you to join the Created to Give Newsletter. Your path to both fiscal and spiritual freedom awaits! ORDER UnVeiled Freedom Today! www.latoyamatthews.com/unveiledfreedom Transformation Quotes by Latoya Matthews Empowerment Through Compassion: "And one thing that I love is just seeing women free and knowing that this is what God has called me to do, just knowing that if I don't show God's love to women, then who will? Especially those women who've experienced abortion. And we need that compassion." — Latoya Matthews [00:01:34 → 00:01:51] Spiritual Unveiling: "the only way the veil can be removed is when we come to Jesus Christ in verse twelve says, let us come boldly." — Latoya Matthews [00:05:46 → 00:05:53] Reflecting on Abortion: "And for about ten years, I prayed one simple prayer, God, please forgive me for what I have done. And it took me through hell." — Latoya Matthews [00:08:20 → 00:08:29] Finding Purpose Through Faith: "And the second question was, what is it of value that you have to offer to someone else? And I broke down crying because I had let the enemy tell me that I had no purpose here, that I had nothing of value to give to someone else." — Latoya Matthews [00:09:19 → 00:09:32] The Power of Sharing Personal Stories: "But as I started to blog more, I was doing blogging at the time because that's what I was doing instead of trying to tell my story, because this was the easy way to try to do this. But the voice just kept getting louder, and it got uncomfortable for me. So in 2019, I stood in front of a group of women at the confidence activated with Rachel Luna. And I told my story. And I ran out of that place so fast because it was like, you're this introvert, so what did you just do? What just happened? But the amount of support from women that came up after and said, thank you for being brave, and I, too, have had an abortion. Like, thank you for speaking out on that. And women asked me to pray for them because they thought that they couldn't have children." — Latoya Matthews [00:10:54 → 00:11:42] Overcoming Personal Traumas: "They thought that not having children was a punishment, that God was punishing them for having an abortion. So I had a chance to really pray with women, but it confirmed and affirmed me at the same time that, okay, it's time for me to tell my story." — Latoya Matthews [00:11:42 → 00:11:58] Empowerment through the Free Woman Program: "After every session, I asked the women for feedback, and the one common theme was free in freedom. Like, this is what they felt." — Latoya Matthews [00:12:47 → 00:12:55] The Essence of Spiritual and Financial Freedom: "A wealthy woman is a free woman. And so that's where wealth comes from, when we can be free in who we are and just allowing God to be AbbA father to have that provision, make provision and protect us as his daughters." — Latoya Matthews [00:13:51 → 00:14:07] The Power of Storytelling: "And so our story becomes the oil that removes the crust and things from those who need it, those who receive it in their hands, those who receive it in their hearts. And so our stories become that oil for other sheep." — Latoya Matthews [00:26:16 → 00:26:34] Overcoming Personal Challenges: "But I wrote in my journal that I am excited to complete the assignment that God has given me. But most of all, I finished something. And finishing this book means more to me than any book sale because it's something that I was able to accomplish in knowing and saying that I can do hard things." — Latoya Matthews [00:26:56 → 00:27:22] Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/created-to-give/exclusive-content
