The Faith That Led To Ja’ja Chews

There was a moment—a quiet, holy pause—where I stood at a crossroads with nothing but a whisper from God and a stirring in my soul. That’s how Ja’ja Chews was born. Not out of strategy. Not out of certainty. But out of surrender—a cry of desperation.

For years, I battled Lupus, Gastroparesis, heart disease, and a string of other health complications. I remember a summer afternoon in July 2020, still recovering from a flare-up that had hit on Mother’s Day. My body was frail, weighing just 99 pounds. My gastroenterologist had suggested a feeding tube after I rejected the idea of having a GES stimulator implanted—essentially a pacemaker for the stomach. I was exhausted—physically, emotionally, spiritually. I had nothing left to give.

That day, I cried out to God, pleading with Him to bring me home. My three children were nearly grown. I was tired of fighting. I must have cried myself to sleep, because I remember waking up on a bean bag, where I’d collapsed. As I sat up, I heard the audible voice of God say:

“Go—get some lemons, ginger, and garlic.”

Familiar with His voice, I didn’t hesitate. I got up and went to the new produce market that had opened in my neighborhood in 2019—a place I had never set foot in. I had no interest in food; Gastroparesis had robbed me of that joy. I thought, Why torture myself walking through a place filled with things I can’t eat?

I had never even held a piece of ginger root before. There I was, standing in the produce section, moving like it was an out-of-body experience. I gathered the lemons, ginger, and garlic, holding them in my arms like a newborn. No cart, no plan—just obedience. As I walked to the checkout, I heard that voice again:

“Look to your right.”

There they were—honey bottles stacked from floor to ceiling.

“Pick one up.”

I placed everything on the counter. The cashier looked at the items, then at me, and said, “Oh wow! You’re about to make something spectacular!” I laughed and replied, “I don’t know what I’m getting ready to do.”

The rest? That was all God.

At first, the idea of turning this unconventional remedy into a business felt too big, too risky… until God made it clear that the “too big” things are where He does His best work. And He began healing my body.

I remember praying one night, asking God if this was just my dream or if it was something He had planted. I wasn’t looking for a business—I was looking for purpose. And then I heard it—not loud, but in that still, unmistakable way He speaks:

“Go. I’ve already made the way.”

That was all I had—a “Go.” No funding. No business plan. Just faith. And so, I stepped.

I started testing recipes in my kitchen, turning that healing blend into chews—each batch filled with prayer, love, and belief. Some days I cried while stirring the batches—tears of fear, joy, and the weight of obedience. Other days, I battled doubt. But every time I questioned the risk, God reminded me:

This isn’t just a product. It’s an assignment.

By October, after taking just one chew a day for three months, I went in for bloodwork. Not long after, my doctor’s office called. The nurse told me all my labs were normal. Even my thyroid levels had stabilized, and the doctor was scrapping the idea of thyroid medication.

“Whatever you’re doing,” she said, “keep doing it.”

I told her, “It’s God,” and I shared my journey. As I introduced Ja’ja Chews to friends and family—many of whom were my former nurses—testimonies started pouring in. People said it helped ease a cough/cold, soothe an upset stomach, brought them comfort and so much more.That’s when I knew: this wasn’t about selling something. This was about serving someone—one chew at a time.

Faith was never just part of the journey. It led the way. When opportunities came, I prayed. When doors closed, I trusted. When I felt unseen, I held tight to Scripture:

“The LORD directs the steps of the righteous” (Psalm 37:23)

“I will guide you along the best pathway for your life. I will advise you and watch over you” (Psalm 32:8)

This was bigger than me. It had to be.

Today, every bag and canister of Ja’ja Chews carries more than natural ingredients—it carries the testimony of a woman who dared to lead with faith. A woman who didn’t have all the answers but trusted the One who did. I believe healing is God’s heart, and through this little chew, He’s reminding people they are seen, cared for, and deeply loved.

If you’ve ever wondered whether faith can really lead you somewhere real—let me be your witness:

It can. It does.

And I pray Ja’ja Chews is proof that when you put God first, He writes a story better than you could ever imagine.

And this?

This is just the beginning.