ASSISTANCE WITH FIGHTING BATTLES, an excerpt from Kristi's book TRANSFORMED: In 2 Chronicles 20 when King Jehoshaphat saw that a multitude of people were coming against him, he could have gone into hiding. He could have come up with a battle plan all on his own. But how did he respond as a believer in the Great I Am? He ran to the Lord! Not only did he turn wholeheartedly to God, but he instructed...  Read More

from the heart of Kristi:Anytime before I visit Shell Island, I always check the tide charts. Wading through the strong current to arrive at the island is difficult enough, but to do it when the tide is up almost makes it impossible. The flow of water around my waist or chest can pull me off my feet so quickly.  Whereas the strength at my knees weakens the waters ability to cause me to lose my foo...  Read More

From the heart of Nicki Hausman Transformed Women Leadership TeamOverwhelming times we are in, right?Sometimes life falls in on you like a house of cards and the feeling of inadequacy and insufficiency feels like your home address.Anyone? We wonder if we are up to the call of God and the tasks set before us. Yet, we need to look to our source instead of ourselves as Paul writes in 2 Corinthians 3:...  Read More

An excerpt from Dr. Kristi's new book TRANSFORMED:Do You Need Transformation?Difficult situations we endure trigger questions which are a part of life. Why did God allow that to happen? Why didn’t God provide? Why am I not a better man? I can think of multiple biblical examples that questioned life after experiencing pain such as David being chased by King Saul, the people in John 11 asking about ...  Read More

From the heart of Nicki Hausman, Leadership Team for Transformed WomenHope: to expect with confidence : TRUSTIt’s a struggle to keep your tank full of hope if you soak up all the social media and news commentator’s reports, isn't it? That is why I tend to shut off the television and make a choice to not tune in.Sometimes we get lost in everyday tasks and feel overwhelmed. This removes our eyes fro...  Read More

From the Heart of Dr. Kristi-Are you wanting more of the Lord but have not been able to see it in your life yet? I know there have been times in my life where I was seeking the Lord and I felt like there was a block that kept me from receiving.First, the Lord is wanting us to draw near to Him and He WILL draw near to us. That is a promise! He longs for you and I to sit with Him, commune with Him, ...  Read More

From the Heart of Nicki Hausman- Leadership Team of Transformed WomenWake up worrying? Do you do this? I know I have.So much trouble going on in the world from hurricanes, terrorism, earthquakes, racial division, and COVID 19. It seems the list is endless at times. There are even difficulties closer to home that vie for attention such as illness, family issues, financial strains, and helping other...  Read More

From the Heart of Dr. Kristi-One of the reasons I love to go to Shell Island is to look for sand dollars. They are my favorite shell. I am always amazed when I find one that is complete because they can be so brittle when they dry up. I feel like a kid at Christmas waiting to see what presents are under the tree. One trip to Shell Island was a great disappointment. There were no sand dollars. Not ...  Read More

From the heart of Nicki Hausman- Leadership Team of Transformed WomenSeekDo you ever need to enquire about something important, even life altering and cannot think of who to call? Friends and family are often good sources of advice sometimes. Occasionally one needs an expert. Rarely you might even need to hire an attorney or other skilled professional, right?However, it is in our best interest to ...  Read More

From the heart of Dr. Kristi-Cease the Comparison GameShell Island is named that because of the beautiful display of a multitude of different sizes and shapes of shells. They are everywhere. All different colors and textures litter the sand.One day as I walked along the edge between the water and beach the large shells caught my attention first. They were huge. Then as I began to look closer, I fo...  Read More

From the heart of Jana McDonald, Director of Transformed WomenBefore the unfollow option on social media, Jesus was unfollowed.In John chapter 6, Jesus had just finished feeding the 5000. The people saw all these miracles, signs, and wonders, and the multiplication of the fish and the loaves. Can you even imagine being there in person?! The people were absolutely amazed!Then Jesus gives his teachi...  Read More

From the heart of Dr. Kristi:This week I have been on vacation with my adult step children and eight grandchildren all in one home-seventeen people! With that many people you know there were varying personalities and ideas. Yet, it seemed to work out fine.Why was it so successful? One word-grace. We allowed each other to be who they are instead of trying to change someone to be like us. There was ...  Read More