In this episode of 'Late Night Lattes, Laughter and Life, Lady Laura addresses the importance of thinking outside the religious box, being transparent, and the struggles of overcoming fear and self-doubt when embarking on God's missions. Lady Laura emphasizes reaching out to non-believers, dealing with emotional, spiritual, mental, and physical baggage, and fulfilling one's purpose with courage and conviction. The episode encourages authenticity, vulnerability, and the importance of extending grace over judgment.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

04:40 Adjusting the Schedule

06:01 Tonight's Lesson: Thinking Outside the Religious Box

07:36 Personal Reflections and Transparency

09:12 Challenges and Overcoming Fear

11:48 The Importance of Authenticity

21:53 Biblical Insights and Teachings

32:34 Encouragement and Closing Remarks

Laura Simon is a passionate speaker who has a special place in her heart for pastors' wives, millennials, extraordinary women, and women's and men's ministry leaders, and she loves helping them live authentic lives within the "fishbowl" in and out of church culture.

She is an award-winning, best-selling author and frequent speaker who has combined her educational background and pastor-wife-life experience to give her the unique ability to bridge the gap between fiction and reality.

She is a contributing author for She Writes for Him: Black Voices of Wisdom and her articles and devotionals have appeared in Leading Hearts magazine and Arise Daily devotions.

Laura lives in Orange County, California, with her Man-Hubby. They have two young adulting daughters and two college-aged sons.

They lovingly lead Covenant City, a wonderfully colorful congregation of vibrant members who love Jesus, food, fellowship, and fun. She'd love to hear from you and can be reached by filling out the contact form below.