ERICA MCDOWELL Went Viral! Is She Truly Getting The Soft Life? | Dear Future Wifey E820

How would you feel if your boyfriend told you you no longer had to be miserable at your nine-to-five job and you could quit, find your passion, and he would support you until you did? Well, Erica McDowell, a 25 year old young queen, went viral when she shared on social media her man did exactly that. For the first time ever, she shares in grave detail the nuances of her loving relationship and if she truly has "The Soft Life Podcast."
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[@BrittIzLegit]

There were so many older "christian" women tearing her up in the live comments and speaking word curses over her relationship. This is why the younger generation strays away from y'all. Let's not judge someone that has participated in the same sins we have. As a matter of fact, read Titus 2. Be that in their lives. Tell them where, when, and how you messed up, be a shoulder to lean on even if you don't agree with HOW she's doing, PRAY for her, & speak life over her. Y'all turn into whole witchy saints when your sin ain't on broadcast. This "auntie" can be honest and tell her I was dropping it low & shacking too. Testify. Don't test & deny.

[@msreeree65]

Sister Queen....you said it the way I thought it!!!👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾Yesssss! These old Bitter Bettys all in the comments being Negative Nancy!

[@BrittIzLegit]

@@msreeree65 Some wishing and hoping they weren't single. I asked one lady how long she'd been married since she "knew it wasn't gonna work"! She said "none of my business" which equates to never. They need to work out their own salvation. Tired selves.

[@ginamou8967]

I am 47 and said the same thing. I made mistakes and me being transparent with my daughter is what makes her be transparent with me. Acting like we have never sinned is what keeps the youth away. We should be listening without judgment, praying for you all and steering you in the right direction not tearing you all down. I apologize on behalf of those tearing you all down.

[@BrittIzLegit]

@@ginamou8967 I'm not from their generation, I just don't relate to the judgemental ones from my generation. I always want to be a safe place for the younger generation because I didn't have that.

[@theGift_TQ]

You seem to be the only one in the comments with good sense!! Church folks are so tacky, and judgmental. They really are the reason that people have no interest in "the church". Just messy.

[@ZendelAtkinson]

quite unrelated, but perfect marriages or relationships are an illusion; each one is distinct. What suits one couple may not suit another. However, I've come to understand that there's always a way out of difficult situations. Five years ago, my wife and I were facing divorce because of marital issues, but we managed to reconcile. It was a challenging period, but we made it through.

[@SERIKAmrabat]

Your words resonate strongly with me, and I sincerely hope my sentiments align with yours. Despite our current separation, I cannot imagine my life without her; my love for her is profound. I ache for her presence, and I'm willing to go to great lengths to bring us back together. We've explored various avenues, such as therapy, in our endeavor to mend our relationship

[@ZendelAtkinson]

Saying goodbye to someone you cherish is consistently difficult, yet in my case, I received support from a spiritual advisor who kept my marriage intact. Her name is Suzanne Ann Walters

[@SERIKAmrabat]

I'm thankful for this guidance. I'll immediately start searching for her online. I appreciate it. I'm hopeful that adopting this strategy will also bring about positive changes for me; I miss her deeply

[@ZendelAtkinson]

I promise you will not regret it

[@ellechance2344]

@ZendelAtkinson KING THANK YOU!! It hurts seeing our children (the next generation) attempting to fix what was/is obviously broken in their parents/our lives by using “tools” of this world which are actually weapons of their/our demise. YAH is the Creator, Maker and Giver of marriage. And Sex is His wedding gift to honor it. Actually, it IS the Altar of Marriage before Heaven. Yet there are NO perfect “I do’s” because we are all sinners being transformed by Grace. Broken people remaining malleable to be broken and remolded time and time again… every time being more closely conformed to the image of Christ.

[@set85]

My personal opinion about her situation is insignificant and unnecessary to share. Lord, give her wisdom and discernment. I truly hope that God will give her clarity about her relationship with her boyfriend. Allow her to know your voice, so she can be obedient to your will. God bless you, Erica.

[@Treebee6009]

Kudos to who raised her boyfriend! They're the real heroes! Amazing in this day and age. My dad is this type of man, but he's 77! 😂

[@kaneshamayo1517]

Agree. It was my grandfather who I was raised by and I feel like he left me to generations who don't understand.

[@mjhunter502]

I love how Laterras had Travon on the show without having him in the show.😀

[@SyvilleJosephine]

The maturity in her voice and her self awareness is dope. Can many of us in our 40's say that we sounded this self-ware at her age? The majority of us did...not. While her path has twists and turns...I believe that she will reach the destination that God had for her. His grace is sufficient...

[@ccspeaks3037]

I agree!

[@nakitanewsome2924]

Her counselor helped her to become self aware, so she did not know as well! It always takes a mentor or wise person to help us to grow in areas where we’re immature, no matter the age! I was very mature as a young girl but still thought in my own eyes that I was doing everything correctly. Until God showed me who I was at the age of 33. Had just separated from my then husband and was with him for 21 years, 7 married at that point. When the pupil is ready the teacher will appear. Blessings on her growth and more to come! 🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@mooshmillz]

Well said.

[@HeyKalayah]

This sister has a beautiful balance of humility, conviction, and confidence. ❤ sending to my daughter to watch too. Go Giiirl!

[@TheseRThePiecesOfMe]

Love her personality, she can definitely be successful in media! Great personality!

[@ccspeaks3037]

Yes she has a magnetic personality!

[@kerrysimpson7206]

Definitely

[@BriMechell]

Laterras, I am 23 myself and hearing you speak life and pour wisdom into her during this podcast was so life-giving. It's like you were talking to me too, thank you.

[@DearFutureWifey]

Thank you, niece. Lol.

[@4LADYSWEET]

I pray this man doesn’t have her bragging on him and he doesn’t marry her 😢 I believe the message was clear “Ladies set your standards higher” but never play wife without holding the actual title.

[@cleaningcrew6657]

A softer life, doesn't mean WIFE.

[@eveshalom3534]

Amen!

[@AC-hp2es]

Why would he marry her? Initially, she added no value to their union. He shouldn't have extended himself without being her husband.

[@moraantoinette6463]

Laterras, the true beauty of today's show wasn't what you initially anticipated your guest would share with the audience, but rather what God needed you to convey to her. Every word spoken resonated deeply with her, as if breathing new life into her soul. She embraced the reminders and constructive feedback you provided, demonstrating openness and receptiveness. Let's also acknowledge her partner, who absorbed the message through proximity. Sometimes, we don't need to be at the center of something to reap its full benefits. I'm overjoyed by the way God used you in this moment. Erica is embarking on a path toward great things, and I believe she will be blessed increasingly and abundantly beyond measure.

[@ginamou8967]

THIS!!!🙌🏾

[@hillariacorriette1298]

How profound and a wise comment, A heart reflective of Jesus Christ, kindness and compassionate, God bless you richly,

[@esthersbeautysecrets4541]

I truly enjoyed this segment an Erika's personality and transparency.

[@memp9786]

This was a beautifully worded, accurate, and encouraging comment, moraantoinette! 👏🏽👏🏽🙏🏽

[@vrnessa1]

👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾💯

[@blessbeloved]

That was so sweet. As an older woman, I truly felt no ways. There are no guarantees in life. A person can do everything "right" or everything "wrong" and marry a nightmare or marry an awesome person or never marry at all. We all just need to live our lives aiming to please our Heavenly Father and doing what He said. If we do that, no matter what our marital status, our lives will be blessed and purpose-filled.

[@kingdomprinciplesmarriage101]

Abstain from sex until marriage. That will allow you to make clearer decisions & you will also be honoring God as well as yourself In the process! This was the one area me and my wife regretted and wish we did!!!!

[@ellechance2344]

King: Thank you for saying this so graciously and keeping it LIT!

[@cleaningcrew6657]

Did you?

[@mariah2730]

She back tracking she said December 2024! She said her audience worry about her she said she has two degrees she can leave! But said I’m not leaving him as a partner!!! Lateral saying to honor your boundary she went quiet and Lateral preaching to her !

[@sabrinawhite7185]

Please don't tell everyone your business. Everyone is not your cheerleader!!!! Keep it close to your chest. May God continue to order your steps. Peace and Blessings to the both of you!!!!!

[@VisibleTimes]

Amen. So true 💯 May God order our steps and bring His will to pass in each of our lives. To God be the glory 🎯

[@chayilevents7979]

She seems like a sweet young lady, and I hope she gets set free from idolatry..anything we put before God is idolatry. I pray her and her boyfriend grows in the grace and knowledge of Christ. Her boyfriend, Trevon has human wisdom and sounds logical, just wondering if he is a Christian. Are they equally yoked? Psalm 1, Don't stand in the counsel/advice of the ungodly. Our thoughts of God are too human.

[@Sunshine-ms4ih]

🙄 being good or bad has nothing to do with religion. I know non christians who are good men and christian men who are all sorts of bad (cheaters, abusers, etc). How many church ladies are silently suffering form domestic violence?

[@LaurenDenise]

The past is the past and we all need God's new mercy every morning. That being said, we as believers have a responsibility to speak the truth in love. I believe that Erica has made an idol out of her boyfriend/relationship. She knows she's not living in a way that she or God agrees with, but she's continuing to stay because of the time she has invested and the soul tie she is currently under. If Erica is serious about marrying her boyfriend, she needs to move out of that high-rise immediately, get her own apt and stop all sex with her boyfriend until she is his WIFE. I know that sounds harsh, but Erica said herself that she loves the Lord, and she's struggling to grow closer to Him. The reason she's struggling is because she's living in a way that grieves the Holy Spirit. If her boyfriend truly believes she's his wife, he'll come correct and marry her. But right now he has no incentive to marry her because she's already giving him husband benefits without him having to legally claim her or establish a covenant. I don't doubt that he loves her, but there are different types of love. I wouldn't be surprised if he's staying with her out of a feeling of obligation, since he moved her to a whole new state and agreed to look after her.

[@frederickbailey525]

Best Comment on here!!! Bless God for you!

[@eveshalom3534]

Well said!

[@YoYo16_19]

Very well said!!

[@christianataylor8926]

I really like her! She’s got her head on straight and is doing what a lot of women envy, being smart while also being catered to. I’m only 30, but I can see her continuing to grow so much and far! She’ll be unstoppable as she continues to grow. I also think she’d be a great host/tv personality.

[@tylynn256]

I'm no longer a spring chicken and imma say kudos to this young lady for learning who she is early and knowing what she wanted and able to attract it. I've learned there isn't a cookie cutter formula to being in a relationship. It is trial and error. I'd love to see them get married, but marriage is meant to last past the wedding. So my prayer is that she gets what she wants by December and is able to put herself first if needed. I love how you mix it up Bro. Laterras!

[@DearFutureWifey]

Thank you for being open-minded.

[@tylynn256]

@@DearFutureWifey I've also learned that you can't be so heavenly bound that you're no earthly good to those around you. Now I know you've heard that too. Lol

[@vonn3250]

I’m

[@uncommonfavor674]

Dating and living together for four years, then giving your future husband an ultimatum to marry you before the end of this year?? Did I miss something? Let me know. That’s not it. At all. I’m not one of those old married women who feigns premarital purity, or looks the other way when I see sin..they need to marry or separate. I don’t say cohabiting is wrong because it is…I say it because I did it first and the LORD says it is. It’s dangerous to promote or condone sin. After a year of dating..without living together…and no sex..going through the seasons of life and meeting your families and working through the differences..you already know if the person is your mate. Beyond a year, you’re trying to gaze into a crystal ball and see things you will not see before you get married. In other words you’re wasting time.

[@jasgirl110]

Everyone story is different.

[@shanettaforbes1788]

@uncoommonfavor674 I am saying this with as much grace as possible n no ills intended with all humility, did u just listen to make a comment or to hear what she was saying, who she is and where she is at as all came out. I am happi u said u were there at one point. She did admit base on how she was raised and how she value her relation with her dad n her own belief in chirst its not a situation she would like to be in but.... N did u realise how skillfully uncle latteras pulled her in n told her, hey u secure with that kid n daddy knows, don't let ur insecurities mess with ur security. It came out but not in not so many words but it all came out dear.

[@00jlove]

I'm 50 yr old and I'm not for living with a man before married. I agree with Erica and I would want that for my daughter. Give yourself a timeline, but be ready to stand in your timeline.

[@rosehamilton2665]

Nice podcast good to see young people loving and being intentional about the future and love ❤

[@wontaviusgotchaword3484]

That’s all. Years of her a time and his too.

[@virginialaster4035]

She did add value to his life, she added peace! Some women don’t even know what it means to add peace to a man’s life. She did that!

[@BrittIzLegit]

Preach!! Based on these comments, they can't add peace because they're still in pieces.

[@sharoneniola9304]

Exactly, an asset no amount of money can buy!

[@TheDuchess-xx9ft]

Amen! My fiancé is 47 & when he asked me to marry him 2 months in in his proposal he called me his peace. I thank God for using me that way in his life.

[@tracybadon5562]

There is no peace without obedience.

[@tracybadon5562]

@@BrittIzLegitexactly.

[@lhaynes4548]

I shared her story with my 23 yo daughter. It's a blessing this young lady knows what she wants and has some boundaries. It took me to 34 to get clear and set boundaries.

[@frederickbailey525]

#Whenmarriagebecomesanidol. Pray sis receives the Spirit of wisdom and revelation.

[@chanelmitchell1632]

Amen. It's interesting that the host isn't addressing the obvious. Just bc he, I, and his daughter did it (sex before marriage) doesn't make it right or excusable. He's in the comments defending the sin. Smh.

[@chanelmitchell1632]

A good and a Godly man are very different...

[@NicoleSmith-nv4uy]

That PARTTTTT!!!!!!! Sent me into shout💃🏾🤣

[@ToniGirl21]

EXTREMELY!

[@QuiteTheLady]

Find something wrong

[@wontaviusgotchaword3484]

For sure!

[@abgirl2729]

Very

[@tsakamhlabane9269]

16 minutes in, I’m loving her already 😂😂😂😂

[@ccspeaks3037]

Me too!

[@georgenep1082]

The conversation that my 18 year old self needed!

[@shawntelmonroe3338]

I’m older but I enjoyed this conversation.

[@nikkilewis2520]

Is it possible to move out and live with your parents until marriage? Your conviction is God wanting better for you.

[@antoinycemathis]

I'm so glad you encouraged her to honor her boundaries, no matter how much she loves her man!!

[@demetria7076]

Young lady go with your conviction for the Lord. Move into your own place and date that wonderful man.

[@mskesha4735]

She’s 20 something years old…trying to figure out life and “just so happen” to find a nice young man in the process. Let this young lady live and figure out life as she continues living….

[@ohsnapitsash9616]

I’m 39 years old and from Baltimore as well; I love Erica so much! She is so entertaining and really cares about her “Savannah’s.” She encourages and inspires young women on the daily; never advising young women to follow in her footsteps of being a live in GF. I am rooting for her and love watching her live out and accomplish her dreams. So proud of you, Savannah! 💕

[@WhoIsTheeMeister]

It would’ve been Fire if he proposed on the show. I would love to see that happen on a podcast one day!

[@crackingwithSwizzle]

5 years and no ring. He may be an awesome man but, I truly believe that he's not marrying her bc she's childish. Correct, I don't know her but, I get a childish vibe from her and a very materialistic vibe also. Idc how good a man is to me, 5 years is too long. She literally has to give him an ultimatum to propose, that's no way to begin a marriage. She said she Love's God. If you told this man that you didn't want to have sex until ya'll get married, how would he respond? That's how you find out how "good a man is" and how much he Loves and values you.

[@lovefelix1566]

Preach 💯

[@KayGeanna]

Amen!!

[@sheneillesmiles]

Idk if Lateras will ever see this. But I listen to this podcast in my earbuds while working. And when you were speaking to Erica and telling her that her man speaks to her father about her. It was as if God was speaking to me. Telling me that my future husband speaks to Him about me! I have been teetering on the brink of giving up on my hope for love. But this just stoked my flames! Thank you for your obedience Lateras! 🙏🏾

[@ohhxsoxcynthia]

Very confused why this is on this platform. No hate to her but maybe she would add value to my thought process when she’s married or extremely successful in a career. Until then, I don’t see how she’s different than anyone else living with her man. He seems like a catch and I am more interested in what he would have to say.

[@NikkiBeDoingStuff]

I definitely would have liked to know what made him make that phone call for her to quit her job and relocate.

[@ohhxsoxcynthia]

@@NikkiBeDoingStuff I'm sure she hinted or asked him multiple times. I doubt he just said it out of nowhere. She seems calculated, in a good way. Not to mention they were in different cities so he could have worded it in that sense.

[@4LADYSWEET]

I TRULY HOPE HE MARRIES HER BECAUSE SHE IS RIDING FOR HIM HARD!

[@trinandrealewis001]

I think it is right on time. They are a lot of young people, not all, that think just like her.

[@nurseanderson6007]

Don’t move with a man without a ring. He holds the cards now and she has no ring. Why does he have to give her a ring? He don’t.

[@ms.terrie5419]

The fact that they are not married and he declined to be on camera raises my eyebrows.

[@antoinycemathis]

Laterras, the way you hear everything and are able to deliver sound wisdom and advice back is AMAZING!! You are a gift!!

[@tabithaauma1532]

She's a wife, she's smart.... this conversation was amazing 🎉❤

[@BrittIzLegit]

I love this for her. Pray for Auntie, baby. ❤

[@nicolejroby]

I love her ❤ her personality and energy is contagious

[@DoubleDutchAerobics]

I love her ! She’s is a shining star . Women have to realize that you have to be yourself !!! You can’t be “ right “ for the rules or “ say the right things “ . She is herself she is honest and that’s why he loves her and why she shines bright ! Keep shining sis !!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@carriettadavis9826]

Wow! Laterras you are really good. Feels like you’re the therapist right now. This was really good ❤

[@janinepolanco319]

Wow needed this. Thank you once again and kudos to the guest ✨👌🏾

[@user-tu1hf8pq1j]

Awesome podcast!!!May God continue to bless you. And may He continue to bless you with content and those willing to share their story.

[@WhoIsTheeMeister]

It’s nothing wrong with wanting to relax for a year after accomplishing two degrees! She can literally work anytime ! What I love about this younger era is they will do whatever it takes to rest and not work 40years with a struggling life like previous generations! They come with bigger and *better* with less work!

[@demetria7076]

That's not good. The bible says wiser but weaker no mam.

[@jasgirl110]

I love her story and I’m so proud of her success. She’s doing big things and she’s really good at what she does. Imagine if he hadn’t seen her value and invested in her!

[@honeyandcinnamon348]

This was a really good episode and I loved her genuine character! The advice is great she comes with a two parent home Perspective with Healthy Daddy who was present and taught her how to be present as a wife.

[@clatondramathis9962]

Loved the interview! 🤗🩷

[@antoinycemathis]

I love her personality and sense of humor. I think she has a lot of room to grow. As she does, I think she'll truly be able to embrace who she is.

[@GOODmusic843]

Her energy is so electric! I loved her perspective and how her and her person is navigating their relationship. I do agree with you telling her to stand in her truth and I pray her ultimatum does not stand in the way of her person doing what he feels when he’s ready and her being ready for whatever outcome… great episode LT.

[@AnalystAyi]

1:04:23 my main criticism for you LT is you have a heart for ppl and think you know what ppl are really thinking or feeling and honestly I wish you would stop being so matter of fact with your interviewees bc real talk you don’t really know their intentions. It’s good to speak well over them but what if this young man has no intentions of marrying her, you could be leading her astray or getting her hopes up for Your thoughts and Your opinion! I always support you regardless but that needed to be said. Just like the Derrick interview, you made it seem like you were seeing a change in him when in reality he could be there for an ulterior motive. Just don’t be so quick to assume ppl have the heart of God when their actions show different. Know them by their fruit and pray for their awakening

[@roslyntrotter-harmon4111]

I wanted to comment on this comment. However, I am lost for words. He asks questions and gives information in a counseling manner. We need hope in this life, especially young people. Of course, he can't help everyone. God gives us grace.

[@AnalystAyi]

@@roslyntrotter-harmon4111 I think LT means well but a lot of his sentiments are projections and I wish he would see that. It’s not about Who he has on, it’s him trying to align with them, regardless of their current lifestyles and stances… that is a problem imo and turns ppl off. But again. He means well and I am only here to give constructive feedback

[@LaurenDenise]

I picked up on the same thing. It's highly presumptuous to think you know someone's motives and intentions after one brief conversation.

[@AnalystAyi]

@@LaurenDenise exactly Lauren. I really don’t have an issue with it IF it was not on a public platform. Bc he has a vast audience, he should be careful to immediately start calling people his “new homie,” and trying to make their words somehow seem repentant. That’s y ppl got so upset when DJ came on bc he started to say things like, I can tell you’re telling the truth/ you’re not lying. Like how do you know. And trying to reconcile a clearly narcissistic man with a weak and silly woman.

[@kikiola4769]

Don't overlook that he reiterated numerous times to stay true to her boundaries/standards/deadline. He actually says that if she sticks to that deadline/boundary he (her boyfriend)will respect her even more. And even when she tried to backtrack about ending the relationship if he doesn't propose by December 31st, LT called her out on it and again encouraged her to stick to her guns/boundaries

[@niajackson5550]

Thank you Laterras, for another episode ❤

[@ccspeaks3037]

OMG!!!!! I just love her! The transparency is REAL!!!!

[@theonlyzoeyk]

I love that intro song!

[@dswannbeautyartist]

Finally been waiting for This one I ❤ her content

[@JustUdoro]

Let me just simply say…THIS WAS SUCH A LOVELY AND LOVING CONVERSATION…even with boo-thang off camera🤣. Thank #dearfuturewifey and Laterras for having her speak about her journey and perspective, this far. 🙌🏾💛🙌🏾

[@shawnaw9750]

I really enjoyed listening to this young lady. May God continue to bless you and for your social media content to be prosperous. ❤

[@herfamiller139]

Watching replay. Love, love this young lady.❤️

[@user-mg6ee5wo1s]

I enjoyed this young lady's transparency and how you responded to her. I am 70 years old, and I am still learning a lot. Keep doing what you do.🥰

[@stephaniemcneill5732]

Great conversation! ❤❤❤

[@MsButtalove]

This was a beautiful conversation with two different age groups. I loved this episode. Thank you!

[@DearFutureWifey]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@mrschosen]

THERE ARE NO LIES TOLD HERE! LOVE EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS INTERVIEW! She is so amazing! ❤

[@franjohnson6140]

At 23 you have a get up and go! Give me the soft life after 40!

[@zackeryjasmine]

Exactly. A 23 year old living easy off the fruit of someone else’s labor stunts her growth. You appreciate that better after you’ve struggled a while, and you’ll have the character it takes to maintain blessings and most importantly your marriage, which is also a blessing. Marriage requires two people loving and serving one another. How is this love being reciprocated with you lying around the house with no cause?

[@gck_replayzz1029]

Bae bae 🙌🙌preach! After 40, I’m tired boss lol 😂

[@akeyiadaily3335]

🤣🤣🤣okay i officially HAD to stop shacking up with this channel & subscribed 🙌🏾🙌🏾 this episode is the ONE im so happy for this young lady 🥰🥰🥰

[@nyanisamajavu4508]

Really enjoyed this episode 😅it was fun!

[@KiyokoHairston]

This was fun to watch. Being able to quickly read a person's character is a valuable gift. I used to be in a relationship with a guy who had that ability. It was a huge comfort and resource to me to come home after a hard day of being harrassed and tell him what happened and get his take on things before going back out to the work battle that I was experiencing on set when I used to work in production.

[@DearFutureWifey]

To God be the glory

[@ellechance2344]

It’s a WHOLE gift! This episode and a King’s Wisdom!! And to not have the latter anymore pushes me deeper into YAH, to access THEE Source of divine discernment … cuz this Queen can struggle out in these streets … WTW??? WHAT just happened!? WHO? WHERE??😵‍💫 only problem was he walking in that mixed up Wise and Wives ‘Solomon’ anointing. 🙂‍↔️nope. No thank you. From: THEEONLYWIFE. #aintenufroom

[@LS-ed3vy]

I really enjoy your podcast. LW you definitely have an anointing and I hope this young lady takes heed to the advice you gave her. I also commend her for having the maturity to accept that at the end of her timeline and or her deadline that she may not get the marriage proposal she deserves from her boyfriend. I pray she continues to stand her ground and ten toes down or in other words steadfast and unremovable from her boundaries and continues to honor God with her life and her testimony with or without her boyfriend.

[@MyzJames]

Love this! I seen that initial video and was so happy for her.

[@user-rm1vu4qs8g]

This episode was sooo gooodddd!!!! Just sooo goodd. I won't add anything else to that. By the way Mr. Host. Your outfit always speaks to the guest. You are an intelligent man. I see that!

[@carlah8814]

Love this conversation for the young ladies 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@Btj87]

Bruh!!!!! If i tell you that this episode is LIT🔥🔥🔥 This young lady sounds like she been here before!! I can't believe she is 20 something! Soooooo many gems!!! The honesty and truth! Jesus!! And the nuggets you shared were🔥🔥🔥. You can tell she was listening to you! So good! And shout out to the Young King that's loving her! Man you are a GOAT!

[@prettygirlat21]

I really enjoyed the interview. May they be blessed and continue to do the self work and finding a deeper relationship with GOD so that their relationship continues to prosper because I believe they got some prayer warriors praying for them. We all might not start out right, but GOD has the final say.

[@bettyandrews77]

The bible is clear! It's not cohabitation it's SIN. Trevon needs to get her ,her own apartment until they make the decision to marry. Obeying God's word without compromise. WHO cares that he's a "good man" they're in fornication and the Bible is clear about that. To agree with what she's doing got me looking at the interviewer in a different way. LUKEWARM 😢

[@DearFutureWifey]

Did you hear anything I said? Never once did I say I agreed with it. I even went as far to say I didn't even agree with it when my daughter did the same thing.

[@wontaviusgotchaword3484]

Exactly. She on here talking about she that’s two degrees and a savings. Okay? Use them? I don’t agree with this.

[@bettyandrews77]

​@DearFutureWifey I heard and read "transcript" of what you said about ur daughter. You had another opportunity to speak the truth from the word of God and tell her she's in fornication which is a sin, not cohabitation. The words you choose made her feel comfortable in her sin, and that's why she's still in it. You could've told her boyfriend, who's "man of VALOR" the truth and if he loved her he would be willing to sperate until marriage. Even when Mr. Jackson was on last year and he clearly told you he has a girlfriend but still married to Da naia, you could've spoke the truth to him about being in Adultery, but you said nothing. If God gives anyone a platform than we must us it to draw people back to him and to be obedience to his word. NO COMPROMISING ‼️ NO FEAR !!

[@YoYo16_19]

@@bettyandrews77y’all projecting for real!! All this “calling out”. You think she’s not aware of everything you said. People stay wanting others to “call out sin”!! When he spoke loud and clear about the biblical standards, to which she acknowledged.

[@YoYo16_19]

His words didn’t make her feel comfortable, she herself is “comfortable” in her current living arrangements. Her daddy is an assistant pastor and grandfather a bishop, you don’t think she know?

[@gjmatthews1]

Totally agree!! The connection with her father makes a huge difference in how he interacts and treats her. The male connection is very important.

[@Joyful-gu5bj]

Erica ,you have made my morning here in Kenya 🇰🇪 .Have listened to you and you have grown through therapy. More confident ,more self love .We all make mistakes ,wrong decisions in life and learn from them .Am a 60 year old mother and admire your strength...I agree with the Host that as parents we should support our children when you realise their gifts or talent at an early age .Great content .

[@TheBeautii2009]

Her personality is so fun and dope💜 I’m 33 and I can truly say at 25 I wasn’t bold enough to say in front of my guy at the time what my boundaries were if I even had any. Kiddos to her. And I hope they make it down the aisle and have a Kingdom marriage!

[@callen9679]

YES❤

[@teenspirit9837]

So Proud of this young man and young lady… God can work with this transparency, and transform their lives SUDDENLY! God Bless you both and give you both wisdom. 🙏🏾❤️💪🏾

[@user-rd2vk1ek8l]

I love how this turned into a therapy session. Laterras this is truly your calling and your younger audience can glean from this, once again this podcast has done its job for the kingdom!

[@sher-sherb8655]

This young lady is awesome she is soo personable and full of life. I pray God blesses you and your partner and you both continue to grow in him and Shine. Great mentoring Laterras ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@shannonsaunders9017]

I found myself with this one thing is hold me back. May God bless you Erica! May God fix your situation and heart so you may be free to worship and serve him. I pray this for myself also.

[@sunimills9793]

I’ve been waiting for this episode ❤

[@ciara-elainefranklin5923]

Amazing episode, we are about the same age and y’all poured so much knowledge and inspiration into my life.

[@alicetheegreet]

I agree. Giving a guy a compliment isn't necessarily an invitation for him to pursue. I go around with a smile on my face, giving people compliments all day. I make it a point to notice and think of something positive about each person I come across throughout my day. I used to make a point to compliment the first 5, then 11 people I come across in the morning. Since where I live now, it's predominately a lot of Spanish speaking people who didn't understand English, now I just think of the positive observations of them; and I smile/beam at them. If giving guys compliments meant flirting/opening up the ask me out gate, I'd be in a relationship with every guy in my neighborhood. That being said, there are ways to compliment a guy that can be flirting/dropping your handkerchief. It sounds like her way was what she did and it worked for her.

[@ReelHugs]

Great episode DFW! I enjoyed every moment of this episode! She is an amazing young woman 🤎. God bless her and boo!

[@carolynlong8701]

Great interview ✅👏🏾😊

[@KP_FruitsoftheSpirit]

I really appreciate her story about her soft life. But I have to recongize this Young King, and how this is also a dedication in honoring our extraordinary fathers and men's turned by Love Into Heroes. I love that they are discovering love, dealing, and healing together. Hopefully their finding that love they can't live without. Young Black Love, Go ahead a Black King. ❤️🙏🏼

[@venetiaP]

I love this one! I felt her on the conviction part when it comes to living with someone before marriage

[@lilysam16]

Ms. Erica i hold the same degree you have in Psychology and Communication🤗 All the best in life and thank you for sharing your story 💟

[@M2a3i]

I love this episode so much- as a young lady she knows her worth- & her man sounds like a good man ❤- Your perspective & encouragement to this young lady from a parent perspective was 👍🏾

[@miajones7843]

Awe.... Cuz this was beautiful ... You remind me of Adrienne. I love the realness

[@schontylejohnson5465]

Enjoyed listening to the show. The show truly displayed your growth as a Godly Man

[@DesCoop]

So this man keeps hearing her say she feels convicted by living together but won’t just go to the court house ?

[@eveshalom3534]

That part! But we are quick to say good man bc he provides???

[@lcjones4682]

So you think he’s a bad man because he hasn’t married her?! If she’s so convicted then she needs to get her in place. That conviction is between her and God.

[@DesCoop]

@@lcjones4682 I agree she should definitely move out and not give wifey benefits but I don’t think he’s bad it’s just women sometimes give more grace than we should because we want the person the opportunity to step up but we can not control the speed or direction that’s the man’s job I’m just curious on if he feels she is ready now why prolong

[@wontaviusgotchaword3484]

@@eveshalom3534 that’s what black women are conditioned to believe. When I went to college,I went to study. I wanted better for myself. If a husband came he had to wait until after college. It’s still good for a woman to have her own.Provided man, what about a man of God.

[@Rashaadthegr8]

As long as a man is tall, dark, and handsome he can be broke most women will be with him. And if he is rich and or got good D then they defintely going be hyptnotised. As they say why buy the cow when you can get the milk free and people been milking y'all for years. lol. WAKE UP!!!

[@gck_replayzz1029]

I really loved this episode. Erica is so funny! I’ve been were her and her boyfriend is when I was there exact age and we did get married. Erica is so funny 😂. She telling the truth. I was at Whataburger when I heard her say get out of that line 😂😂 So thank you darling for the reminder. Hats off to the young man moving with intentions. He’s doing what most 40 year old men ain’t doing. I get it on all levels (understand all point of views, been on both sides). If things work out, glory be to God. If this do not work out, glory be to God! I wish you both nothing but the the best! ❤❤❤

[@kadeliapete475]

I clicked so fast! I absolutely LOVE her on TikTok!!🥰🥰

[@ninaoffthegrid]

Laterras I really love ❤the new intro song since you added it I sing it all the time 😂

[@SickOfdaOrdinary]

This is really good! I’m sending it to my niece.

[@LessMeMoreGod]

Their journey will ultimately be a testimony for so many. I'm glad God didn't give up on the viewers who were being self righteous throughout the interview. Don't throw stones until you check yourself. If nothing else pray for Gods Grace and mercy upon their life and that they grow in their convictions based on the word of God amen 🙏🏽

[@YoYo16_19]

Thank you!!

[@samonecharisma3043]

Love here little self. That mindset is so needed and if only I could go back 10yrs ago!

[@shehan7353]

This gurl crackin me uppppp