The Stay Strong and Stand Show

A New Life (Part 4) – The Divine Convergence​"When God says 'Yes,' everything moves."​In this powerful fourth installment of the A New Life series, Minister Aleja Bennett shares the incredible update of what happens when you fully surrender to the Holy Spirit. This isn't just a story of change; it’s a story of total transformation and divine positioning.​In this episode, Minister Aleja discusses:​The Transformation: Reflecting on the journey of coming to Christ and the radical shift of heart and mind that followed.​The Calling: The moment she accepted the call to Ministry and how the Holy Spirit is leading her to speak truth and hope to the world.​The Preparation: An inside look at her journey through the Christian Leaders Institute (CLI), where she is being equipped to serve the Kingdom with excellence.​The Harvest: A celebration of the "booming" childcare business, including the miraculous blessing of a new full-time position starting January 26th.​Main Message: Whether it is in the classroom of CLI, the ministry on the Stay Strong and Stand Show, or caring for the next generation in her childcare business, Minister Aleja shows us that God can—and will—prosper every area of your life when you walk in obedience.​"I am a living testimony that you can be a Minister, a student, and a business owner all at once when the Holy Spirit is the one leading the way."

A New Life Part 3​Title: A New Life Part 3: The Daily Transformation"The chains of addiction are broken, and the old life is gone, but what happens during the wait? [cite: 2026-01-23] In this episode, Minister Aleja Bennett opens up about her current season of daily transformation [cite: 2026-01-21]. Before the books are opened and ministry school officially begins, God is doing a deep work in the heart [cite: 2026-01-20]. Join Aleja as she discusses the power of walking in love, the beauty of forgiveness, and the discipline of remaining sober through the strength of the Holy Spirit. This is a raw look at the 'A Closer Walk' stage of the journey—where kindness becomes a habit and every day is a step toward the calling. If you are in a season of preparation, this episode will encourage you to stay strong and stand in the grace of the present moment."

A New Life Part 2​Title: A New Life Part 2: Walking in the Light"The chains are gone, but the journey is just beginning. In Part 2 of 'A New Life,' Minister Aleja Bennett dives into what it actually looks like to walk with Christ daily after being set free. She discusses the transition from the neon lights of her past to the true light of the Gospel. This episode explores the power of prayer, the importance of staying grounded in the Word, and how to maintain your 'Stay Strong and Stand' spirit when life tries to pull you back. If you’ve been delivered but are wondering 'what now?', this episode is your roadmap for the new life God has for you."

A New Life: From the Microphone to the Ministry"In this episode, host Minister Aleja Bennett pulls back the curtain on her past—the late nights, the drinking, the cigarettes, and the karaoke stages. She shares the raw truth of her journey and the exact moment she turned away from that life to run toward Christ. Join us as she discusses how God delivered her, set her free, and led her into a brand-new life of purpose and praise. If you are looking for proof that God can change your story, this is an episode you cannot miss."