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Opportunities To Overcome (OTO) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit built on faith, hope, and the belief that no one should face hard times alone.

We walk alongside survivors and those struggling with life’s obstacles, offering encouragement, resources, and emotional support rooted in God’s Word.

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“Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.”
— Matthew 5:16

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To God Be The Glory! First video on YouTube!🙏
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Do not give up! God is in Control.🙏🙏🙏
#pray #GodIsFaithful #noweapon #youarenotalone #opportunitiestoovercome

“After the traumas, silence imprisoned my heart. But as healing began, God restored my voice.”- Dr. Payne
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God will multiple.
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God will get the Glory!🙏🙏🙏
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To God Be The Glory. 🙏❤️
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#truthheals #Lovewithpurpose #prayandseekHiswisdom #discernment #comingsoon #opportunitiestoovercome

#dontfret #Godknows #ThankYouJesus #pray #acceptance

I remember the day I cried in the back of my high school auditorium, because I did not graduate. I felt like a failure. I was a dropout, carrying the weight of shame and disappointment. But God, in His mercy and wisdom, had a greater plan.

Today, God, who saw me at my lowest, has brought me to the front, standing proudly as a doctor. He took what the world saw as broken and made it whole. He turned my tears into triumph. He has been Good, He is Good, and He will always be Good.

He is truly Omniscient, knowing the end from the beginning. And if He could do it for me, He can do it for anyone. All Glory belongs to Him!
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God Is Good…🙏🙏🙏
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#bestill #castdownimaginations #rebukethedevilandhewillflee #FatherweneedYou #opportunitiestoovercome

#rest #Godsrest #letgoandletGod #Heknows #restorationandresilience #opportunitiestoovercome

#restoringtheshepherd #burnout #healing #resilience #Fatherwepray #opportunitiestoovercome

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Ministry can be both a joyful journey and a source of burdens.

In my dissertation, titled “Restoring the Shepherd,” I tackle the pressing issue of clergy burnout—a crisis that is often overlooked yet profoundly impacts spiritual leaders. This book offers a comprehensive exploration of how emotional exhaustion, spiritual fatigue, and societal pressures affect pastors and church leaders around the globe. Drawing on insights from theology, psychology, and my experiences, I emphasize the urgent need for healing in the ministry communities.

You will find case studies, reflection guides, and biblical perspectives designed to provide practical support. If you are a ministry leader, counselor, or someone quietly grappling with burnout, this book is your companion in rediscovering purpose, renewing your strength, and reclaiming your divine calling.

Thank you for considering this essential resource. I genuinely hope it brings you healing and hope! Also, stay tuned; there is more to come! God bless.

- Dr. Barbara Payne
Available on Amazon Kindle.

#RestoringTheShepherd #ClergyBurnout #FaithAndHealing #SpiritualLeadership #ChristianBooks #NewRelease #opportunitiestoovercome

God Is Faithful! His Word Is Everlasting.
#BelieveHim #FaithWalk #KnowHimforyourself #Pray #opportunitiestoovercome

God Is Good!!! Get ready for what's in store!🙏
#ToGodBeTheGlory #staytuned #opportunitiestoovercome

#Jesussaves #ThankYouJesus #relationship #GodIsGood #opportunitiestoovercome

To God Be The Glory! Never give up on God, for He won’t give up on you.
#Godknows #ThankYouJesus #LetmetestifyGodIsGood #Hesable #HeIsFaithful #opportunitiestoovercome

#GodsWord #Godhasthefinalsay
#ThankYouJesus #opportunitiestoovercome

This joy is a source of strength to help us overcome obstacles and endure hardships.
#Nehemiah8:10 #encourageyourself #Godsplan #opportunitiestoovercome

We need you, Father.🙏
#GodIsFaithful #prayerworks #faith #opportunitiestoovercome

God has been so good to us!
#HeIsFaithful #ThereisnoonelikeHim #ThankYouJesus #opportunitiestoovercome

Happy Father's Day! May God bless you with His love, joy, and peace.🙏
#GodIsLove #blessings #opportunitiestoovercome

God Is Good!🙏❤️🙏❤️
#doyouhaveatestimony #letusrejoiceandbeglad #GodIsFaithful #opportunitiestoovercome

God’s Word is what we need.
#seek #GodIsFaithful #HisWordwillnotreturnvoid #opportunitiestoovercome

Friendly Reminder…
#GodIsFaithful #Hewillcomethrough #pray # opportunitiestoovercome

Don't let the enemy have you believing that God is mad at you!
#GodIsLove #GodIsFaithful #rebukethedevil #opportunitiestoovercome

Sometimes, that is all we truly need.🙏
#GodIsFaithful #SeekHim #wisdom #understanding #opportunitiestoovercome

Pray for wisdom, guidance, and understanding.
#Godwisdom #peacebestill #opportunitiestoovercome

Let us open our hearts and allow God to lead us more deeply through the guidance of the Holy Spirit. We can embrace this divine direction in our lives and not let our flesh constrain us (see Galatians 5:16).

Happy Mother’s Day! May God bless you abundantly with His love, peace, and protection today and always. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Psalm 34:8.

🎤 new episode!

In this episode of Behind the Magic, I sit down with Barbara Ann Payne. Her powerful journey from high school dropout to soon-to-be Doctor is nothing short of extraordinary. Her courage to share the truth behind that transformation truly moved me.
Barbara’s story is not just about surviving abuse – emotional, physical, and sexual. It’s about breaking generational curses, finding light in the darkest moments, and choosing to keep going when giving up feels easier. In her story, I’m reminded of what happens when you stop asking, “Why me?” and start asking, “How do I rise from this?”
From a nurse’s whisper at her lowest moment to finding Opportunities to Overcome, Barbara is the embodiment of faith, resilience, and the power of choosing healing—over and over again.

The content will also be published through Dr. Danielle Prendergast’s LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram accounts and accessible on platforms such as Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music.

Thank you @Dr.DaniellePrendergast, for having me, To God Be The Glory! Also, 🎧 please enjoy and like and share 🤎🙏!

Ep 6_ Barbara Payne.mp3

https://open.spotify.com/episode/1Bi4uDfpKTntBg9tZInvOe?si=xpYr3RtBTG23qlZO066evg #GodIsGood #GodIsFaithful #opportunitiestoovercome

Pray.🙏
#seekHisFace #FatherweneedYou #pray #opportunitiestoovercome

So true! Father help us in Jesus Name, Amen!
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God Is Good.
#trustGod #faith #opportunitiestoovercome

“Do not grieve, for the joy of the LORD is your strength.” - Nehemiah 8:10 (NIV)
#ThankYouJesus #letgoandletGod #opportunitiestoovercome

Amen! God Is Good….
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#putGodFirst #GodIsFaithful #opportunitiestoovercome

#letGodrevealHimselftoyou #GodsRevelation #opportunitiestoovercome

A relationship with God offers more benefits than anything the world can provide.
#GodIsGood #faith #opportunitiestoovercome

#read Hebrews 12:6-11, John 15:18 #GodIsLove #opportunitiestoovercome

“That you may walk worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing Him, being fruitful in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God.” - Colossians 1:10 (NKJV)
#renewmind #Godcantransformyou #notourwillbutGodsWill #opportunitiestoovercome

Yes, He will.
#letgoandletGod #faithwalk #opportunitiestoovercome

Isaiah 55:11
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Get ready…
#opportunitiestoovercome #staytuned

#chooseGod #repentencebringsrestoration
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Friendly reminder…
#letgoandletGod #GodIsInControl #restinHim #ThankYouJesus #opportunitiestoovercome

God will renew your strength for the soul!
#soulcleasning #GodIsFaithful #giveittoGod #repentence #opportunitiestoovercome

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