I Believe You, But I Don't Trust You

PLATINUM PURPOSE ENTERPRISES

I’m Marilyn Franklin aka Platinum Founder & CEO of Platinum Purpose Enterprises a Black woman owned empowerment brand delivering Christian entertainment, online publications, and coaching to inspire and empower women seeking a lifestyle transformation through spiritual awareness and personal development, so they will learn the art of getting out of your own way.

I have been in the entertainment business for 20-plus years. I have also been afforded many opportunities to meet and engage with other artists of various experiences and backgrounds. In June and September 2022, I was blessed to be a guest on the Michael Colyar Morning Show (Episodes: #438, #474). I am the recipient of the 2022 Livin' On Laughter Gospel Comedy Association Female Pioneer Award.

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Editor's Message

I Believe You, But I Don’t Trust You

Let everyone beware of his neighbor, and put no trust in any brother, for every brother is a deceiver, and every neighbor goes about as a slanderer. Jeremiah 9:4 NLT

Do not trust in a friend; Do not put your confidence in a companion; Guard the doors of your mouth From her who lies in your bosom. Micah 7:5 NKJ; Don’t trust anyone— not your best friend or even your wife! Micah 7:5 NLT

This reminds me of the quote from Dr. Maya Angelou, “When people show you who they are, believe them. People know themselves much better than you do. That’s why it’s important to stop expecting them to be something other than who they are.”

Let us start with the word trust. *Trust is a firm belief in the reliability, truth, ability, or strength of someone or something: "relations have to be built on trust." As much as you want to believe in people, when their actions speak louder than their words, it is their actions that you need to pay attention to because they are showing you who they are. So, if you know your worlds are about to collide, stop the impact before it happens. We have to stop expecting people to be other than themselves. It is not bad that they are themselves as long as you do not let it affect who you are or your expected end. What do I mean? “If it did not fit, don’t force just relax release and let it go.” Or the old adage, “no harm and no foul,” meaning past mistakes or transgression are not to be concerned with because no one and nothing has been harmed or no damage has been done by someone’s indiscretion. Therefore, to save faith, you have to be true to yourself. You have to move on and see it as an unfavorable opportunity gone between two people could not agree. It’s better to cut ties then suffer any losses, such as time, money, friendships, relationship, happiness, or well-being. The Word tells us, “And we know that all things work together for the good of them that Love the Lord and to them who are called according to His purpose. Romans 8:28.

Word Up! The clever words of Dr. Johnny Parker, “never let your good, rob you of your best.” So, when your Spirit-man warns you, “I believe you, but I don’t trust you,” about people, believe it. Trust your Spirit-man, because He that is within is greater than he that is in the world. 1 John 4:4.

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Marilyn "Platinum" Franklin

The WordScope™ is about sharing Scriptures and Biblical stories, so you are learning the Word of God. Here are three Scriptures that explain the importance of God’s Word.

Hebrews 4:12 says, “For the word of God is living and powerful, and sharper than any two-edge sword, piercing even to the division of soul and spirit, and of joint and morrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.”

Proverbs 30:5 says, “Every word of God is pure; He is a shield to those who put their trust in Him.

Psalm 119:11 says, “Your word have I hidden in my heart, that I might not sin against You."

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My Upcoming Book Release

His Eyes Are Upon Me... is representation of my Christian experience thus far. It expresses my innermost thoughts and feelings in the various situations I have faced, as well as my love for the Trinity. After reading this book, my hope is that people will be free to express their beliefs and feelings without shame or condemnation. As Christians, we need to feel free and not ashamed to confess our faults to each other and pray for each other that we may be healed, James 5:16. I also want people to understand they can come to God with their most intimate concerns, no matter how small, because God cares, 1 Peter 5:7. God wants to deliver us from the things that hinder us, Psalm 40:17. Hence, for your spiritual enlightenment, this book includes poetry, workspaces for journaling, and a chapter on: songs, devotionals, prayers, and spiritual affirmations. You can be assured, “The eyes of the Lord are upon the righteous, and his ears are open unto their cry,” Psalm 34:15. Therefore, it’s about trusting in the Lord for He is faithful, and His love endures forever.

The new release date August 1, 2023

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Family Reunion, York, PA

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November 15-17

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Spiritual Nugget

Believe nothing you hear, and only one half that you see.

The Oxford Dictionary of Phrase and Fable