Understanding Peace as a Spiritual Marker

In this episode of Blessed + Bossed Up , we continue our book club discussion of The Spirit-Filled Life by Charles Stanley , wrapping up Part Three of the book. These final chapters focus on the spiritual markers the Holy Spirit uses to confirm God’s will—and today’s conversation dives into the first two: peace and the conscience . Tatum unpacks why peace is often the first and clearest indicator that the Holy Spirit is either affirming or resisting a decision. Through a powerful story from Charles Stanley’s own ministry—where waiting on God led to a debt-free miracle—this episode challenges the tendency to panic, self-rely, or rationalize disobedience when God seems silent. The episode also includes several personal testimonies illustrating how the absence or presence of peace has guided major life decisions, from entrepreneurship and ministry to relationships and family choices. These stories highlight that spiritual maturity is not a prerequisite for the Holy Spirit to lead—He speaks from the very beginning of our walk with God. In the second half of the episode, the discussion turns to Stanley’s second marker: the conscience . While acknowledging the biblical framework presented in the book, Tatum offers honest reflection and thoughtful critique, questioning whether the conscience should be treated as a distinct marker separate from the Holy Spirit’s work of renewing the mind. This portion of the conversation invites listeners into deeper discernment, encouraging them to study Scripture, pray intentionally, and test what resonates with the Spirit. The episode closes with practical reflection questions from the book to help listeners evaluate decisions they may be facing—especially when peace seems unclear or external advice conflicts with inner conviction. This episode is an invitation to slow down, listen closely, and trust that the Holy Spirit is actively leading—even when His direction doesn’t make logical sense Our Sponsors: * Check out BetterHelp and use my code betterhelp.com for a great deal: * Check out Bilt and use my code joinbilt.com/blessed for a great deal: * Check out IXL and use my code TODAY for a great deal: * Check out Time4Learning: Advertising Inquiries: Privacy & Opt-Out:

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This episode was published on Jan 26, 2026.

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