In this special episode, Tatum shares a personal and long-awaited announcement—she has officially welcomed her third child, a beautiful baby girl, born on June 10th. After a deeply personal journey of faith, prayer, and waiting, God has answered her heart’s desire in a way only He could. With deep gratitude and joy, Tatum reflects on what it means to now be a mother of three and why she chose to keep this part of her story private until now.

Though she won’t be taking an official maternity leave, she shares what listeners can expect in the coming weeks, including a few re-aired episodes handpicked by the Holy Spirit to speak to listeners in this season. This episode, recorded before baby girl's arrival, is part of the ongoing Bible on Business series and explores a message that’s been brewing in Tatum's heart: redefining success from a kingdom perspective.

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Episode Summary:

In this powerfully honest episode of Blessed + Bossed Up, Tatum shares the joyous news of becoming a mother of three and opens up about how this life transition has deeply influenced her perspective on success. As part of the ongoing Bible on Business series, Tatum dives into the book of Ecclesiastes, unpacking its sobering wisdom and how it challenges our modern pursuit of wealth, achievement, and recognition.

This isn’t just another motivational message—this is a spiritual detox. Tatum dismantles the false doctrine of prosperity theology, exposes the hidden costs of hustle culture, and reveals how many Christian entrepreneurs are unknowingly caught in a counterfeit version of success. Through scripture, statistics, and heartfelt reflection, she encourages us to reevaluate what we’re building and why.

If you’ve ever felt anxious about not being "far enough along," tired from trying to keep up with others, or confused about what God really wants for your life and business—this episode will set you free. It’s time to reset your vision with a biblically grounded point of view.

In This Episode, You'll Learn:

• Why Tatum kept her third pregnancy private and how her faith journey shaped the experience
• How Ecclesiastes brings clarity about purpose, mortality, and God’s sovereignty
• Why the world’s definition of success leads to burnout, anxiety, and discontent
• How prosperity theology twists scripture and keeps believers bound
• The truth about biblical success, contentment, and God’s provision
• How to reset your mindset before planning your next business move or setting 2025 goals

Scripture References:

• Ecclesiastes (entire book)
• Philippians 4:19
• Malachi 3:10
• Matthew 6:24, 6:31–33
• Joshua 1:8
• 1 Timothy 6:17–19
• James 1:2–4
• Philippians 4:11–13

In this powerful installment of the Blessed + Bossed Up podcast, Tatum continues the deep dive into The Spirit-Filled Life by Dr. Charles Stanley—specifically, Chapter 4: “D-Day.” This episode unpacks what it truly means to be filled with the Holy Spirit, debunking common misconceptions about waiting, working, or striving to receive what is already promised.

Tatum shares her own personal reflections and struggles as she, like many of us, wrestles with the temptation to take control instead of surrendering to God. Drawing from Charles Stanley’s vulnerable moment of spiritual breakthrough and her own season of faith, she explores the liberating truth that the Spirit-filled life is not a formula—it’s a relationship.

You’ll learn:

• Why striving, begging, or waiting for the Holy Spirit misses the point
• The theological and biblical basis for understanding Spirit-infilling as immediate at salvation—not a second-hand experience
• The critical distinction between being filled with the Spirit vs. being filled by the Spirit (Ephesians 5:18)
• How to recognize if you’re living in survival mode instead of surrender mode—and how to switch postures
• Why dependence and surrender are the prerequisites for Spirit-led leadership, peace, and purpose
• How to study the Holy Spirit biblically: comparing Acts vs. the Epistles

This is more than a book club episode—this is a call to shift your spiritual posture from doing for God to being with God. Let this episode lead you into deeper intimacy, greater peace, and more powerful impact.

Take time to prayerfully reflect and journal your answers:

1. Have you ever found yourself begging, bargaining, or pleading with God for some spiritual change in your life?
2. Have you worked hard trying to earn something from God that’s freely given?
3. Have you assumed it's your responsibility to wait on the Holy Spirit to fill you?
4. Have you been frustrated with how to be filled with the Holy Spirit?
5. Have you come to a place of total dependence and total surrender to God?

In this powerful installment of the Bible on Business series, Tatum unpacks the biblical principle of perseverance and its critical role in building a legacy business. Drawing from Acts 14 and Acts 16, we examine the unwavering resilience of Paul—stoned, rejected, and imprisoned—yet unshaken in his mission. Tatum shares personal stories of business disappointment, failed launches, and doubt, while teaching listeners how to endure well with hope and strategy. She also bridges the Word to the marketplace by highlighting the perseverance of Howard Schultz, former CEO of Starbucks, who was rejected over 200 times before transforming the coffee industry. If you’ve ever faced discouragement in your entrepreneurial journey, this episode will re-center your focus, rekindle your faith, and equip you to keep going.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What biblical perseverance really means (hint: it’s not just “pushing through”)
• How to apply Acts 14 & 16 to your business strategy
• The difference between godly grit and emotional striving
• How to view business failure through a Kingdom lens
• Why legacy takes long-term faith, not short-term emotion
• How Howard Schultz used perseverance to build Starbucks after hundreds of rejections

Referenced Episode:

➡️ Pushing Through vs Persevering: https://www.blessedandbossedup.com/podcast/episode/236ef1be/perseverance-vs-pushing-through