Saved-ish Podcast

The Saved-ish crew discusses wrestling with faith, disappointment, and the tension between loving God and being honest about feelings of anger, doubt, or distance.

What happens when church hurt spills into how we parent, vote, or show up online? This episode unpacks the messy impact of spiritual wounds on our public witnessand the grace it takes to heal it. #TheWitnessWrecked #SavedishPod

From gossip masked as prayer to silenced trauma, this episode exposes the painful realities of being hurt by fellow believersand explores what healing accountability inside the church really looks like. #TheWoundWithin #SavedishPod

Should pastors be wearing designer clothes and driving luxury vehicles? How do we reconcile what the Bible says about tithing with our fear of greed or mismanagement of funds? In this episode, our co-hosts evaluate how church leaders should balance material wealth with spiritual responsibilities. They tackle the concept of "prosperity preaching" and reflect on the impact of a pastor's lifestyle on congregational faith and church perception.

To kick off the 2025 season, co-hosts Keith and Katelyn welcome a new third mic, Kielle. In this episode, they discuss the intersection of romantic relationships and the Christian faith from three different perspectives: a person married to their long-term partner, a single person fresh off a "ghosting" situation, and a single parent pursuing love post-divorce. The hosts touch on topics like emotional healing, the importance of being equally yoked in faith with a partner, and the controversy of sex before marriage. Tune in as Saved-ish tackles the complexities of dating and what our faith teaches us about how to show up in partnership.

Conviction is defined as a firmly held belief or opinion, often driven by strong personal or moral principles. Sin refers to any serious wrongdoing or offense against ethical norms or societal standards. In this episode, we are joined by our producer Kahlil as we reflect on the inner tension between knowing what is morally right (conviction) and acting contrary to that understanding (sin), illustrating the challenge of maintaining integrity in the face of personal weaknesses or societal pressures.

For as long as we know, war has been a part of human history. The Bible has stories where God is directly involved in battles. In our modern era, we have witnessed invasions, terrorism, and war crimes across nations. Some may question, why does God allow such suffering? In this episode, we are joined by Air Force veteran and Reverend Don Hutchins as we explore Gods role in a world so often defined by conflict.

Does God view all sins the same? In what ways does the church culture emphasize certain sins over others, and what impact does this have on the faith-based community? Our co-hosts Keith and Katelyn discuss the hierarchy of sin. Video referenced at 14:15: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hx0AjK14A3E

Part 2 of 2: Continuing the conversation from our last episode, "Is God Voting for Harris or Trump," we invite our Pastor Dexter Nutall to help us process the results of the election and the emotions many are feeling.

Part 1 of 2: Ahead of the 2024 U.S. Presidential election, we discuss how Christianity and politics intertwine.

We're back!! Did you miss us? In this first episode of season 7, our OG co-host Keith, along with our new Gen Z co-host Katelyn, discuss why we felt the need to revive the Saved-ish Podcast, what it means to be saved, and whether or not salvation is something you need to continually work to maintain.

Saved-ish caps off season 5 with a deep dive into what breaking the rules, with Pastor Dexter Nutall. Check out Pastor. Pastor Nutall explores the tension between "worldly" rules and scripture and the ways we can find direction when we're not sure where and how to move. Follow Pastor at PasD on Instagram and Twitter, and keep up with all the rulebreaking happening at New Bethel DC.Scriptures mentioned in this episode are Philippians 1:6 and Romans 7: 14. Post Scripts (P.S.) with Pastor Nutall is a deeper conversation, from a Biblical perspective, about topics discussed on previous episodes of Saved-ish Podcast. Follow savedishpod on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.

Were taught about tithing but what else is there to learn about managing our finances as we grapple with ballooning student loan debt, unstable career trajectories, and a growing wealth gap? In this episode, Keith, Kiana and Perry Flemming, a credit wealth specialist, discuss financial literacy in the church, owning your worth, and how their own relationship with money has changed overtime. Scriptures mentioned: Matthew 6:21, Deuteronomy 8:18, Proverbs 22:1, 1 Timothy 6:10. Follow Perry and his work on LinkedIn. Saved-ish at savedishpod on IG and Twitter.

Oftentimes we are told that science and faith collide. The big bang and evolution vs. Adam and Eve. Gods healing ability vs modern medicine . Is it possible to reconcile the two? In this episode, Keith, Kiana and special guest Nurse Meedie Bardonille discuss the intersection of faith and science. Scriptures mentioned: Isaiah 38, Jeremiah 30:17, 1 Corinthians 6:19, Psalms 111:2. Follow Savedish at savedishpod on IG and Twitter.

As Christians, we often find sanctuary and solace in attending church. But what happens when the sanctuary is closed to the church family? In this episode were looking back at, and looking forward to the time spent at church with our brothers and sisters in Christ. Keith, Kiana and Bunmi discuss church, the effects of Covid-19 on their worship experience, and how theyve adjusted (or not). Scriptures mentioned: Ephesians 2:14-16, Hebrews 10:23-25, 1 Thessalonians 2 Follow Savedish at savedishpod on IG and Twitter.

The Bible says to love and respect one another, especially your father and mother, but what happens when they or any members of your family are problematic? In this episode, Kiana, Keith, and family therapist, Omni Odum, tackle family dynamics and how they have decided to break the rules to protect their peace and maintain stability in their homes. Scriptures mentioned in this episode are Deuteronomy 31:6; 1 Corinthians 13:4; 1 Timothy 3:5. Follow Savedish (@savedishpod) on Instagram and Twitter. Edited by Stephanie Hou and produced by Bunmi Akinnusotu and Infinity Norton.

With the world ever-changing, we have changed too. Kiana and Keith return to discuss how they have been doing and discuss the rules they have broken as Christians. This season opener is about the ways in which rules can be a catalyst for growth, be a distraction from Gods word and how to keep faith at the center of it all. Scriptures mentioned in this episode are Colossians 3:23, Proverbs 3:6 and Matthew 15:3. Follow Savedish at savedishpod on Instagram and Twitter. Editing by Stephanie Hou and Produced by Bunmi Akinnusotu and Infinity Norton.

Post Scripts (P.S.) is a deeper conversation, from a Biblical perspective, about topics discussed on Saved-ish Podcast. Pastor Dexter Nutall, Executive Producer and Bunmi Akinnusotu, delve into Biblical principles that can be applied to the political climate of our time, the importance of faith amid uncertainty, and the future of the church in light of COVID-19. Follow PasDNutall on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.

The right to vote has emerged as yet another tool to subjugate the humanity of marginalized groups as if the violence wasnt enough. Today, our generation is witnessing the most important Presidential election in our lifetime, testing our faith in government and Gods will. Rev. Kazimir Brown, Deputy Director of Religious Affairs for the Poor People's Campaign joins Keith and Kiana for an empowering discussion about everything voters need to know and do to prepare for the upcoming election. Scriptures mentioned: Song of Solomon 2:15; Acts 18:9-10; Isaiah 61. Follow @savedishpod on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.

With everyone calling for justice for violence, unfair treatment, and discrimination, one might wonder if we have the capacity to forgive. Is an apology necessary for forgiveness to occur? Is justice enough for forgiveness? As Christians, forgiveness is a chief tenant of our faith but sometimes, revenge feels so much better. Keith, Kiana, and Marcus Coleman talk about justice in light of generational transgressions and what moving forward looks like at a time when forgiveness doesn't feel like enough. Scriptures to reflect on: Luke 16:10, Ephesians 4:31-32, and John 8:7. Follow us on Twitter and IG: @SavedishPod. Hit us up with thoughts: 202-596-5998.