Churchboy Confessions with Emmanuel Iheke

Though the Church is meant to embody unity in Christ, it has housed racial division for much of its history. Conversations about race are quickly shut down in the name of preserving comfort or a superficial sense of unity. It seems Black Christians, in particular, are frequently accused of “idolizing their race” whenever they speak about their racialized experiences. But does this kind of avoidance truly promote unity—or does it cause deeper harm? What place does race, ethnicity and culture have in the Kingdom of God? Should we ever mention them? If so, how?   Special Guest: Abigail Covington Follow Abigail on TikTok   Please consider donating to UN-ASSOCIATED and helping our team fuel our mission to help people cultivate their identity in Christ: https://www.un-associated.com/donate/   Learn more about my personal ministry vision and support here!   Pull up to UA's Friendsgiving in LA on November 8th! Get tickets here.

Are you a Christian who feels uneasy about the rise of Christian nationalism in the United States? You’re not alone—and you’re not crazy. In this episode, we explore what Christian nationalism really is, why it distorts the mission of Church, and what we should do about it.   Please consider donating to UN-ASSOCIATED and helping our team fuel our mission to help people cultivate their identity in Christ: https://www.un-associated.com/donate/   Learn more about my personal ministry vision and support here!

We serve a God that isn't always clear with us. We pray for clarity and signs of confirmation. Sometimes we get it. Other times it seems like we are left hanging. What do we do then? Do we be still and wait for more clarity? For how long? Do we even need more clarity? Are we being careful or are we being cowards? Let's talk about it.   Read: Genesis 26:1–24   Please consider donating to UN-ASSOCIATED and helping our team fuel our mission to help people cultivate their identity in Christ: https://www.un-associated.com/donate/   Learn more about my personal ministry vision and support here!  

It's one of those questions you've probably asked in your head but never out loud. "Why should God get the credit if I worked hard and earned it myself?". In this episode I want to help navigate us through answering this question with a story out of Daniel 4 surrounding King Nebuchadnezzar.    Read: Daniel 4:1–33,   Consider donating to UN-ASSOCIATED!: https://www.un-associated.com/donate/   Learn more about my personal ministry vision and support here!  

Today we're talking about God's timing, and if it's something that we should ever feel anxious about missing. Shoutout to Erica for the question! I hope this episode can bring peace to your heart, and the same for all of you that take a listen! Share this episode with a friend you know that needs it.   Read: Ecclesiastes 3:11 & The Story of Joseph (Genesis 37–50)   Come to the UN-ASSOCIATED Poetry Jam on August 30th!: https://givebutter.com/tupj10 Consider donating to UN-ASSOCIATED!: https://www.un-associated.com/donate/   Learn more about my personal ministry vision and support here!

In this episode, we'll cover the biblical foundation surrounding the benefits and importance of godly friendships, how they can transform your walk, and some tips on how to make friends at all. Thanks to Ahmad for the topic suggestion!   Read: Proverbs 27:17, Hebrews 10:23-25, Galatians 6:1-3, Proverbs 13:20 Let's connect!! Instagram: @churchboyconfessions YouTube: @churchboyconfessions TikTok: @churchboyconfessionspod   If you feel led to support my personal ministry journey, I invite you to learn more: Check out my vision deck: here Donate and Become a Partner: here   Episodes now release on a bi-weekly basis (every other Monday).

Spiritual growth isn't easy to come by, and is a lot harder to maintain – especially after you fall short in an area you thought you overcame. It's easy for us to get discouraged and quit on God after we experience dips in our spiritual growth journey, but I hope this episode can keep you encouraged and motivated to get back up and go harder!   Read: 1 Corinthians 10:1–13   The UN-ASSOCIATED Poetry Jam on August 30th, 2025: https://givebutter.com/tupj10   Donate to UN-ASSOCIATED: https://www.un-associated.com/donate/   Let's connect!! Instagram: @churchboyconfessions YouTube: @churchboyconfessions TikTok: @churchboyconfessionspod   If you feel led to support my personal ministry journey, I invite you to learn more: Check out my vision deck: here Donate and Become a Partner: here   Episodes now release on a bi-weekly basis (every other Monday).

From MAGA culture to church scandals, the reputation of the Church is in the gutter and the image of Christianity in America is in crisis. Instead of making disciples, it seems the American Church has made more apostates than ever. In this episode, I talk about what it really means to represent Christ well in a time when faith is often confused with politics, hate, and hypocrisy. Instead of staying silent, Believers who see the issue have a responsibility to show the world who Jesus really is—through our love, our compassion, and how we treat others. This is a call to action to every believer. Be louder than them!   Read: 2 Corinthians 5:17–20, Matthew 28:19–20   The UN-ASSOCIATED Poetry Jam on August 30th, 2025: https://givebutter.com/tupj10   Donate to UN-ASSOCIATED: https://www.un-associated.com/donate/   Let's connect!! Instagram: @churchboyconfessions YouTube: @churchboyconfessions TikTok: @churchboyconfessionspod   If you feel led to support my personal ministry journey, I invite you to learn more: Check out my vision deck: here Donate and Become a Partner: here   Episodes now release on a bi-weekly basis (every other Monday).

If the biggest obstacle between you and God is your addiction to a sin that seems impossible to shake, this episode is for you.  Please Read: Romans 8:13   Don't keep it to yourself. Share with a friend.   Donate to UN-ASSOCIATED: https://www.un-associated.com/donate/   Let's connect!! Instagram: @churchboyconfessions YouTube: @churchboyconfessions TikTok: @churchboyconfessionspod   If you feel led to support my personal ministry journey, I invite you to learn more: Check out my vision deck: here Donate and Become a Partner: here   Episodes now release on a bi-weekly basis (every other Monday).

Are you tired of falling off in your relationship with God? You start strong, but then you slip up, and the shame hits hard. You know you should be spending time with God, but guilt makes you feel unworthy to even try. If that’s you, this episode is for you. In today’s episode, Emmanuel breaks down why staying consistent with God is so difficult—and how it relates to our sinful nature and the shame we carry. More importantly, he shares how to break the cycle of inconsistency by shifting your mindset: Intimacy > Routine. You’ll learn: Why shame is one of the biggest threats to your spiritual growth How to stop expecting perfection and start pursuing God more honestly Practical tips for reconnecting with God and making Him a real part of your everyday life Consistency with God doesn’t start with trying harder—it starts with needing Him more. Let’s talk about it.   Let's connect!! Instagram: @churchboyconfessions YouTube: @churchboyconfessions TikTok: @churchboyconfessionspod   If you feel led to support my personal ministry journey, I invite you to learn more: Check out my vision deck Donate and Become a Partner Donate to UN-ASSOCIATED   P.S. - Episodes will now release on a bi-weekly basis (every other Monday).

Being a Christian can be challenging when personal ambitions conflict with serving God. Sometimes our ambition aligns with God's will, promoting true spiritual growth, while other times it leads us astray. Let's explore how to discern between godly ambition and selfish ambition.   Thank you for watching the episode! Share with a friend!   Let's connect!! Instagram: @churchboyconfessions YouTube: @churchboyconfessions TikTok: @churchboyconfessionspod   If you feel led to support my personal ministry journey, I invite you to learn more: Check out my vision deck Donate and Become a Partner Donate to UN-ASSOCIATED   P.S. - Episodes will now release on a bi-weekly basis (every other Monday).

Have you ever been frustrated with God for not giving you what you feel like you deserve? You've been good all week, or year. You've been serving faithfully and enduring hardship, but your breakthrough hasn't come and your bank account is empty. In this episode I hope to encourage you in this time of waiting, and also warn you about the common deceit those who are waiting often fall into.   Thank you for watching the episode! Let's connect!! Instagram: @churchboyconfessions YouTube: @churchboyconfessions TikTok: @churchboyconfessionspod   If you feel led to support my personal ministry journey, I invite you to learn more: Check out my vision deck Become a Financial Partner   P.S. - Episodes will now release on a bi-weekly basis (every other Monday).  

In this episode of Churchboy Confessions, I ask the hard question: What does it mean to be the 'Christian choice' in politics? No, this isn't a political podcast show. However, as Christian nationalism seems to gain momentum in America, we believers need to have a talk about the difference between alt-right, conservative nonsense and true Christianity. Today, spiritual manipulation, political pandering, and misplaced endorsements are corrupting the Church and damaging our witness — especially among young Christians.  If you're wrestling with how to navigate faith in a polarized political climate, this conversation will challenge you to rethink what it truly means to follow Jesus over any political agenda.   Thank you for watching the episode! Let's connect!! Instagram: @churchboyconfessions YouTube: @churchboyconfessions TikTok: @churchboyconfessionspod   If you feel led to support my personal ministry journey, I invite you to learn more: Check out my vision deck Become a Financial Partner   P.S. - Episodes will now release on a bi-weekly basis (every other Monday).

Many men today feel like they’re not enough—like their worth is tied to success, money, or how much they can provide. And when we aren't winning in one of these areas we begin to feel like we're worthless. In this sermon, we dive into what the Bible actually says about your identity, worth, and manhood. Whether you’re feeling lost, unmotivated, or just tired of the pressure to "have it all together," this message will remind you that God called you valuable long before you were “useful.”  While this episode is centered around men, this message if for everyone.     Thank you for watching the episode! Let's connect!! Instagram: @churchboyconfessions YouTube: @churchboyconfessions TikTok: @churchboyconfessionspod   If you feel led to support my personal ministry journey, I invite you to learn more: Check out my vision deck Become a Financial Partner   P.S. - Episodes will now release on a bi-weekly basis (every other Monday).    

"Man plans and God laughs." It's a popular saying to explain those moments in life when God completely shakes things up, or allows them to fall apart. In this episode of the pod, my 10-month hiatus comes to an end with a story of how I got laid off last April, my call to full-time ministry, and the journey of humility I've had to walk with God ever since. What do you do when God allows a shake up in your life? How do you respond when His call challenges your reputation in the eyes of others?   Thank you for watching the episode! Let's connect!! Instagram: @churchboyconfessions YouTube: @churchboyconfessions TikTok: @churchboyconfessionspod   If you feel led to support my personal ministry journey, I invite you to learn more: Check out my vision deck Become a Financial Partner   P.S. - Episodes will now release on a bi-weekly basis (every other Monday).  

God is working on me, be back soon. Until then please feel free to go back and replay old episodes to be encouraged. Love yaw. Read: 1 Peter 5:6–7   Thank you for everyone who has donated to our org and continue to be monthly contributors. If you would like to make a financial contribution to UN-ASSOCIATED, please visit www.un-associated.com/donate.  

Let's face it, we've all fell down the rabbit hole of an end time conspiracy at some point in our lives by now. Or maybe instead of a conspiracy, we sat through the a false teacher or prophet preaching a whole lotta of anti-biblical nonsense. Realistically, we will never be able to escape with the frenzy of conspiracies, false prophecies and heresies that drop every week on the internet. Nevertheless, it's important that we not be deceived, and the Word of God is here to guide us through all the lies and deception.   Read: Ephesians 4:11–15 (NKJV)   Resources for Reading the Bible https://www.gotquestions.org/ - Great for Bible questions https://www.blueletterbible.org/ - Get original Hebrew & Greek definitions to words used in english translations. https://www.bibleref.com/ - Get explanations on tough Bible verses https://courses.dts.edu/ - Free Bible courses from my seminary school    

Most conversations surrounding the gospel talk about the physical pain, suffering and death that Christ experienced on our behalf. Today I want to talk about something else Jesus endured for our sakes, and that's humiliation. Some people think God is egotistical, but when we really take time to consider what it meant for the Creator to humble Himself and suffer at the hands of His own creation, the "egotistical" label simply doesn't stick. Let's unpack.   Read: Philippians 2:1–8; Hebrews 12:1–3; 2 Peter 3:9   Please consider making a tax-deductible donation to UN-ASSOCIATED at https://www.un-associated.com/donate/   Sign up for UN-ASSOCIATED's virtual, Bible Studies every first Monday of each month! https://forms.gle/ra53byPArBpmYn6L8

Today I invite 3 women from the UN-ASSOCIATED team on to talk about what it means to be women who are "set apart" in today's society. Danielle Clayton (Editor-in-Chief), Dena Williams (Live Events Director) and Maddy Owusu (Social Engagement Director) open up about their adolescent years as Believers, their ideas on purpose, marriage, and desirability politics.   You are invited to RSVP for Girl Chat, a panel and discussion event for women of our community happening tonight at 5:30pm: https://forms.gle/ZwvpchNhvcTG6yVn7  

The conversation around our individual purposes can be an exciting one or anxious one depending on who you ask. I've noticed a large amount of anxiety our generation has when it comes to this. We are in a point in our lives where we want to know our purpose, but it seems like God doesn't want to give us a clear answer to what that is. How do we continue to navigate our day-to-day, uneventful, unfulfilling lives until He answers us?   Read: 1 Samuel 16–17; Matthew 6:33–34; Psalm 118:24   Girl Chat: Panel & Discussion Sign up!: https://forms.gle/ADUfbgyyZWH3xuxt8   Give me your feedback: https://forms.gle/B7oRX192g9b9achD7   Consider making a tax-deductible donation to UA!: https://www.un-associated.com/donate/