Awaken the Kingdom Within

Bishop Naomi takes a few moments to discuss the purposefulness of Christ’s life and his desire for us to discover and live out ours. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/awakenthekingdomwithin/support

Bishop Naomi and her book club continue to highlight the jewels found in the reading of the book ‘Crazy Faith’ by Pastor M Todd that are helping her journey through life. Today she highlights a passage that encourages us to stay open to dreams & vision. Listen and be encouraged to continue to grow in the light and love of Christ. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/awakenthekingdomwithin/support

Bishop Naomi welcomes the new year with reflections on her focus for 2024. Her word for this year is Victory. "Walk it out everyday." There is a lot going on in the world and the community of faith. It may seem like all is lost but she asks, "where do you get your intel?" She gets her inspiration from Psalms 37:23-25, Jeremiah 29:11-14, and Matthew 16:24-25. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/awakenthekingdomwithin/support

Trailer: The conversation continues between Amma Naomi and Deaconess Ruth on diversity & culture in the early church, to help acknowledge biases that have become a part of theolog. Beliefs of racial or gender inferiority and/or superiority in society are reflective of the Euro/American Christian model which conflicts with Christ’s teachings of ‘Love your neighbor’ . --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/awakenthekingdomwithin/support

Bishop Naomi & Deaconess Ruth share their thoughts on culture & Christianity in the early church years. The discussion was prompted by a televangelist’s sermon rebuking the Black church for supporting a particular candidate during this 2024 election (excerpt links referenced below). As American’s of African descent, female clergy, and businesswomen, the message impacted them on many levels. The key question, did words spoken reflect Christ? Discussion related links: A Thoughtful response: https://youtu.be/kcnUz9sNGhcThe sermon excerpt: https://www.facebook.com/LarryReidLive/videos/1521626651862132/?fs=e&s=TIeQ9V&mibextid=rnUfBY&fs=e&s=TIeQ9V --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/awakenthekingdomwithin/support

ATKW is excited to start season five with a conversation about culture and Christianity. Bishop Naomi speaks with Deaconess Ruth Lawson about current events and how they impact those who are following the Way of Christ. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/awakenthekingdomwithin/support

This is a short pop up podcast to encourage listeners to continue reading and if they haven’t to join us in reading Crazy Faith by Pastor Michael Todd. Being asked to step out of the boat and walk on water in the midst of a storm is crazy. Being asked to throw a net on the other side of the boat to catch fish when you have been fishing in the same place all day is crazy. Doing what Jesus asks can make you feel like you have lost your reasoning but you are just fine! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/awakenthekingdomwithin/support

We continue on the journey of building faith in our dreams and visions as we continue to read the book, Crazy Faith by Pastor M. Todd. In this episode Bishop Naomi shares how visions and dreams are in our lives to propel us forward. She shares her journey as a visionary and how she is finding the courage to live from faith to faith. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/awakenthekingdomwithin/support

Why was I born? Why does God love me? What am I alive to do? This episode looks at the importance of finding the ‘why’ in our lives. We are alive for a reason. When we find it, we also discover our purpose. Accompanying us on our journey is the book, Crazy Faith by Michael Todd. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/awakenthekingdomwithin/support

Continuing the series, What are you reading to feed the soul? In this episode, I share the impact of exploring ways to slow life down and be present with God, others, and oneself. BONUS promotion: I also speak with Lynette Windom about an event she is co-sponsoring that provides a special opportunity for our listeners to slow down and experience stillness. Visit www.thewhisperofnature.com for more information. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/awakenthekingdomwithin/support

We are all given divine gifts to share with this world. Why are we not walking fully and unapologetically in our purpose? There are many influences but one that is often overlooked or omitted is self-sabotage. In this episode, I introduce my personal journey and how I am empowering myself to love and support myself as I pursue my divine calling and purpose. #awakenthekingdomwithinpodcast #BEyourdivineyou --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/awakenthekingdomwithin/support

This episode is part of the series, ‘What books are you reading that feed the soul’. Our Diana’s Circle book club meets to discuss books that inspire us, lift our spirits, and help us to embrace our authentic selves. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/awakenthekingdomwithin/support

In August, my bookclub will be celebrating 15 years of consistent reading, meeting, learning, and growing. In celebration of this event, I am adding a special series of podcasts, entitled, “What are you reading to feed the soul, the divine soul?” where I will be talking about the books we are reading. In this podcast, I share the impact that reading the book The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry, by John Mark Comer has had on me and our group. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/awakenthekingdomwithin/support

Listen as bishop Naomi reflects on the past year and shares her thoughts on 2023; to step forward and use the gifts she has been given. She encourages us that we are ready to step forward and impact this world with divine love and light; To enter the new year 2023 having faith in oneself. We have learned enough from our journey thus far to help someone, simply use what is in your hand. ——-“But Jesus said to them, “They do not need to go away. You give them something to eat.” Matthew 14:16 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/awakenthekingdomwithin/support

This final episode of Monday Meditation Moments was inspired by the words of Nora Jones, author of “Success Inside Out”. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/awakenthekingdomwithin/support

Special September Monday Mediation Moment. Father Richard Rohr author of Universal Christ inspired this podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/awakenthekingdomwithin/support

This Meditative Monday’s, special devotional podcast for September, we continue to share thoughts inspired by the lessons from St. John. Hate is a sign ‬of darkness. Children of love, walk in the light. “He who says he is in the light, and hates his brother, is in darkness until now.” ‭‭I John‬ ‭2:9‬ ‭NKJV‬. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/awakenthekingdomwithin/support

During the month of September, a beautiful summer break concludes and a new school year, and busy life begins. During this month, ATKW will feature a special weekly podcast entitled, Monday Meditation Moment to fill our inner being with the tools it needs to help us navigate through these new moments in our lives. Your host is Bishop Naomi. You can also follow her reflections in her blog at https://oliveleafbeginningsblog.wordpress.com/ This devotional reading plan launching Monday Meditational Moments is entitled, Live Brilliantly. You can find it at https://my.bible.com/reading-plans/11752-live-brilliantly-a-study-in-the-book-of-1-john --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/awakenthekingdomwithin/support

ATKW leads off this podcast with a discussion around the question, "Can the fearless teach [something beneficial to] the fearful?"  The question arose after a Christian presenter commented during a lesson that Christians should be cautious of Christian mysticism.  As one who has received benefits and insight from studying Christian mystics, I knew there was nothing of which to be afraid.  It is understood in the Christian tradition as involving union with God (www.britannica.com).  In my experience, Christian mysticism has added value to my Christian journey.  I am grateful to have been gifted as a seeker, one who is unafraid to learn and experience Christian traditions & practices that are not my own.  NOTES: The scriptures read in this podcast:  Acts 3:1-9, II Timothy 1:3-7. Outdoor adventures. Instagram: @AdventuressTY --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/awakenthekingdomwithin/support

Life should be lived with meaning. ATKW is how I share my journey to find it and tap into my divine purpose; the reason for being born. In this episode, ATKW discusses an impacting excerpt from the book ‘Crazy Faith’ written by bestselling author Michael Todd on ‘God is with is, ‘Immanuel’’. It is a powerful truth that can transform us, if we embrace that God is love. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/awakenthekingdomwithin/support