WELCOME TO THE LIVING IN LIGHT PODCAST…
Welcome to Season 3 of the Living in Light Podcast, exploring the incredible ways that God shows up with His love, His light and His liberty, in and through every day people like you and me!
The theme of this new season is the preparation and maturing of the bride of Christ, our lamps overflowing with oil, counter culturally being salt and light, and living lives of radical intimacy and devotion to the Lord!
The heart behind the Living in Light brand is to use creative gifts and education to help people experience God’s love (through a revelation of true intimacy), His light (through understanding our identity) and His liberty (through walking in the fullness of image).
So in this podcast you will find episodes that cover so many different inspiring topics whether it’s faith, family, purpose, fashion, creativity, relationships, sexuality and intimacy, identity, testimonies…the supernatural…being counter cultural, going against the grain…flourishing, growing your potential etc etc etc.
The list is literally endless and I simply love the excitement of hearing from different people as they share the gold inside of them and bless our socks off!
Intro / Outro Music Credit: You're Beautiful by Bianca Rose
THE LIVING IN LIGHT PODCAST EPISODES:
SEASON 3 - EPISODE 11: He Calls Me Pure With Taya Patel - Part 1
This is Part 1 of my convo with the lovely Taya Patel who is living in Harpenden and currently working as a full-time missionary in the UK with YWAM Harpenden. Her heart burns to see young people finding their true identities in Christ, and she is equally as passionate about seeing revival in the UK. She has the honour of incorporating her faith into my career, and spends most of her time travelling up and down the country (with @neighboursandnations) sharing the purity and freedom that is found in relationship with the Father, inviting youth and young adults to step into a fully surrendered lifestyle with Jesus. She feels so stirred for what God is doing in the UK right now. She believes that through the power of the undiluted gospel, we will see Generation Z, youth and young adults, walking in their true identities in Christ and the calling God has placed on their lives.
She was raised in a Christian family, (with a fiery, praying mother), however her external family have roots in Hinduism and New Age practices. Throughout her school years she was in constant struggle with her identity, her friendships and trying to fit her relationship with God into her lifestyle. She was surrounded by an over-sexualised world, filled with comparison, drug culture and the overwhelming desire to fit in and be perfect in the eyes of others around her. This led to a hard path of addiction, self-hatred, depression and anxiety, only made worse with social media, She truly was in a pit unable to see a way out. But, God. In her second year at university she then truly experienced God’s extravagant love for her, as He reached down and pulled her out of darkness, where she had seen no escape. He showed her a life she had never imagined for herself, one that set her apart and called her into intimacy, vulnerability, purity and biblical womanhood. One that gave her a deep sense of belonging and purpose. The world never makes us feel secure, confident or beautiful but Jesus does.
A beautiful episode.
Episode Links: Email: tpatel@ywamharpenden.org / Instagram: @tayapetal https://www.instagram.com/tayapetal/?hl=en
N&N instagram: @neighboursandnations https://www.instagram.com/neighboursandnations/
YWAM Harpenden: https://ywamharpenden.org/ YWAM Instagram: @ywamharpende https://www.instagram.com/ywamharpenden/
SEASON 3 - EPISODE 10: Carrying The Heart Of Jesus For Abused Children And SRA Victims With Jon Wedger - Part 2
This is part 2 of my powerful, sobering and pretty heart-wrenching conversation with Jon Wedger. Jon is a faithful disciple of Christ and former Scotland Yard detective, who campaigns for the protection of children from child abuse and satanic ritual abuse and for the protection of whistleblowers.
His influence and insider information of exposing high level, organised crimes against children has been recognised far and wide. Jon rose to prominence nationally and internationally for publicly exposing the deliberate, systemic and institutionalised cover-up of child prostitution, satanic ritual abuse, and abuse within the child care system that he discovered during his tenure in the police dept investigating child abuse cases. Jon is the only police whistleblower in the UK to blow the whistle on these topics while he was still employed as a police detective and nearly lost everything because of it. Still to this day he is under constant attack and bravely risks his life daily to continue shining a light on the darkness he unveiled as a detective.
He is a faithful father, tireless activist, co-author of the book “The Great Reveal” with John Cooper. He is a podcast host and content creator, campaigner for the protection of whistleblowers, and a truly faithful man of God who truly knows what it is to lay down his life for others.
I sincerely pray that as you listen you will be so impacted. That you will be moved to action. To pray. To get equipped. To awaken to the level of darkness there is in the lives of the little ones who are utterly vulnerable unless the body of Christ takes her place.
Please be aware: very sensitive, graphic content.
Episode links see Part 1
SEASON 3 - EPISODE 9: Carrying The Heart Of Jesus For Abused Children And SRA Victims With Jon Wedger - Part 1
My conversation with Jon Wedger cut deep to my core. Jon is a faithful disciple of Christ and former Scotland Yard detective, who campaigns for the protection of children from child abuse and satanic ritual abuse and for the protection of whistleblowers.
His influence and insider information of exposing high level, organised crimes against children has been recognised far and wide. Jon rose to prominence nationally and internationally for publicly exposing the deliberate, systemic and institutionalised cover-up of child prostitution, satanic ritual abuse, and abuse within the child care system that he discovered during his tenure in the police dept investigating child abuse cases. Jon is the only police whistleblower in the UK to blow the whistle on these topics while he was still employed as a police detective and nearly lost everything because of it. Still to this day he is under constant attack and bravely risks his life daily to continue shining a light on the darkness he unveiled as a detective.
He is a faithful father, tireless activist, co-author of the book “The Great Reveal” with John Cooper. He is a podcast host and content creator, campaigner for the protection of whistleblowers, and a truly faithful man of God who truly knows what it is to lay down his life for others.
I desperately pray that as you listen you will be being inspired. That you will be moved to action. To pray. To get equipped. To awaken to the level of darkness there is in the lives of the little ones who are utterly vulnerable unless the body of Christ takes her place.
Please be aware: very sensitive, graphic content.
Episode Links: https://www.facebook.com/protectchildren / https://www.instagram.com/johnnywedger?igsh=MW8zNXFkMmk0cHIxMg== / www.jonwedgerfoundation.org
SEASON 3 - EPISODE 8: Water Off A Duck’s Back With Helen Yousaf - Part 2
I’m absolutely delighted to bring you the second of my two parter with the wonderful Helen Yousaf! Helen is a glorious love bomb who radiates Jesus. She is mother to two incredible girls, Abbie and Olivia and wife of Shakeel Yousaf of 20 years.
She is a prophetic worship leader, and artist, a speaker and itinerant minister. They live in Romford and travel as part of Elim's itinerant ministry of encouragement to the church. She is such an encourager, an evangelist and a lover of the bride
I’m über blessed to call her friend. She is so fun to be around, she sees the heart and spirit of a person and calls out the treasure. I love spending time with her. And I love the impact she has and the was she shares the love, light and liberty of Jesus through her laid down life, her generosity, her giftings and passion.
I hope you love this convo as much as I did!
Episode links see Part 1
SEASON 3 - EPISODE 7: Water Off A Duck’s Back With Helen Yousaf - Part 1
I’m absolutely delighted to bring you the first of my two parter with the wonderful Helen Yousaf! Helen is a glorious love bomb who radiates Jesus. She is mother to two incredible girls, Abbie and Olivia and wife of Shakeel Yousaf of 20 years. She is a prophetic worship leader, and artist, a speaker and itinerant minister. They live in Romford and travel as part of Elim's itinerant ministry of encouragement to the church. She is such an encourager, an evangelist and a lover of the bride
I’m über blessed to call her friend. She is so fun to be around, she sees the heart and spirit of a person and calls out the treasure. I love spending time with her. And I love the impact she has and the was she shares the love, light and liberty of Jesus through her laid down life, her generosity, her giftings and passion.I hope you love this convo. I certainly did!
Episode Links: Instagram: @helenyyousaf / Facebook: Helen.yousaf.5 / https://www.helen-yousaf-art.com
SEASON 3 - EPISODE 6: Back To Our First Love With Dominic Muir - Part 2
Thrilled to bring you Part 2 of my beaut convo with the treasure that is Dominic Muir in this glorious two parter! It’s SO SO rich, edifying and liberating! It’s ALWAYS such a joy to hang with Dom and talk Jesus!! Dominic is happily married to the beautiful Thea with four beautiful children. Saved 20 years ago out of a life of hedonism, God has called him as an apostolic pioneer, speaker, evangelist, teacher, author and revivalist with a passion for street ministry and the priesthood of all believers. Dominic runs charity Now Believe, Jesus Fields, men’s movement Returning Sons, Bread church (in Yeovil) and is founder of David’s Tent. He is also an author. He is such a gift to the body of Christ. He loves the Lord deeply, upholds truth passionately and equips the bride of Christ powerfully. He carries so much authority to break chains, release truth and to walk in love. He fights for covenant marriage and will be speaking at SEXPOSED 24 with his gorgeous wife Thea.
In this episode we talk about all things ‘first love’ and pursuing the Lord above all. For
Episode links see Part 1
SEASON 3 - EPISODE 5: Back To Our First Love With Dominic Muir - Part 1
So stoked to bring you the latest convo from the Living in Light Podcast - with my dear friend Dominic Muir in this glorious two parter! It’s pure gold! Dominic is happily married to Thea with four beautiful children. Saved 20 years ago out of a life of hedonism, God has called him as an apostolic pioneer, speaker, evangelist, teacher, author and revivalist with a passion for street ministry and the priesthood of all believers. Dominic runs charity Now Believe, Jesus Fields, men’s movement Returning Sons, Bread church (in Yeovil) and is founder of David’s Tent. He is also an author. He is such a gift to the body of Christ. He loves the Lord deeply, upholds truth passionately and equips the bride of Christ powerfully. He carries so much authority to break chains, release truth and to walk in love. He fights for covenant marriage and will be speaking at SEXPOSED 24 with his beautiful wife Thea.
In this episode we talk all things ‘first love’ and laying it all down for the Lord.
Episode Links:
W: https://www.nowbelieve.com/ https://www.jesusfields.com/ https://www.iamsomanythings.com/
F: www.facebook.com/jesusfieldscommunitygroup / www.facebook.com/dominicleomuir
I: www.instagram.com/dominicmuir / www.instagram.com/i.am.somanythings
E: info@iamsomanythings.com / nowme@nowbelieve.com
SEASON 3 - EPISODE 4: From Witchcraft To Worship With Elizabeth Klanga - Part 2
Excited to bring you Episode 4 with the lovely Elizabeth Klanga who used to be a practitioner of witchcraft in the occult for several years and experienced a transformative salvation in March 2020. Now a dedicated evangelist for Jesus Christ, she passionately shares her powerful testimony of His amazing grace, aiming to guide others away from the kingdom of darkness and towards the salvation she found. As a speaker, Elizabeth is committed to bringing the lost to the embrace of His love through her inspirational journey. This is Part two of the two parter that will bless you, equip you and stir up your faith!
Episode Links: Instagram
Email: elizabethklanga@hotmail.co.uk
For info on SEXPOSED: THE CONFERENCE 2024 click here.
SEASON 3 - EPISODE 3: From Witchcraft To Worship With Elizabeth Klanga - Part 1
Stoked to bring you Episode 3 with the lovely Elizabeth Klanga who used to be a practitioner of witchcraft in the occult for several years and experienced a transformative salvation in March 2020. Now a dedicated evangelist for Jesus Christ, she passionately shares her powerful testimony of His amazing grace, aiming to guide others away from the kingdom of darkness and towards the salvation she found. As a speaker, Elizabeth is committed to bringing the lost to the embrace of His love through her inspirational journey. This is Part 1 of a two parter that will bless you, equip you and stir up your faith!
Episode Links: Instagram
Email: elizabethklanga@hotmail.co.uk
For info on SEXPOSED: THE CONFERENCE 2024 click here.
SEASON 3 - EPISODE 2: Being Tethered To The Lord With Max Humphrey - Part 2
So delighted to share Part 2 of my beautiful, thought provoking, convo with the lovely Max Humphrey.
Max Humphrey is a 22 year old musician/evangelist and part time missionary with Circuit Riders. His heart’s burning desire is to know and love Jesus, to bring Him glory on the earth, to win souls and to see them discipled into a relationship with Jesus.
Max longs to release the sounds of heaven through his instruments and to see multitudes encounter Jesus’ love and presence. That he would see a people walking in complete obedience and submission to the Holy Spirit every day. And that the Lamb who was slain may receive the reward of His suffering.
In this second half of my super presh convo with Max, he inspires with his sold out love for the Lord, his single minded focus on pleasing the Lord and being utterly tethered to Him. He shares his heart for purity and consecration, evangelism and making Jesus known. He transparently shares the highs and the lows of sharing the Gospel, dying to self and the joy and privilege of suffering for Jesus.
Episode Links: Website, Instagram, YouTube
For info on SEXPOSED: THE CONFERENCE 2024 click here.
SEASON 3 - EPISODE 1: Being Set Free From A Spirit of Religion With Max Humphrey - Part 1
Season 3 kicks off with this beaut two-parter of my powerful conversation with the lovely Max Humphrey. Max Humphrey is a 22 year old musician/ evangelist and part time missionary with Circuit Riders. His heart’s burning desire is to know and love Jesus, to bring Him glory on the earth, to win souls and to see them discipled into a relationship with Jesus.
Max longs to release the sounds of heaven through his instruments and to see multitudes encounter Jesus’ love and presence. That he would see a people walking in complete obedience and submission to the Holy Spirit every day. And that the Lamb who was slain may receive the reward of His suffering.
In Part 1 Max shares the powerful way that Jesus set him free from a religious spirit that had tormented him, from his childhood before he even became a Christian. He shares the struggles he faced growing up which so many will be able to relate to. He then met Jesus at the age of 17 in a very cool way and got saved but even after he got saved the religious spirit was right there twisting the way he perceived and received God's his love. Until one day, he got set free and everything changed. So powerful! You will really enjoy this first episode!
Episode Links: Website, Instagram, YouTube
For info on SEXPOSED: THE CONFERENCE 2024 click here.
SEASON 2 - EPISODE 25: Taking A Stand - Season Finale With Dominic Muir
Season Two of the Living in Light Podcast is going out with bang with this power packed convo with the amazing Dominic Muir as he shares some of his incredible story of experiencing sexual dysfunction and a false masculinity as a teen, leading to a lifestyle of destructive hedonism and perversion until the love and grace of God brought him into true intimacy and freedom.
He shares some of the deep insights and practical strategies that he has discovered throughout his journey. We talk about breaking shame, enjoying true intimacy with Jesus and vulnerability in the beautiful covenant of marriage. And he also passionately and boldly shares his heart to see the church rise up, for the uncompromising truth of God to be preached, and for holy reverence to be restored!
Dominic is an international speaker, author and evangelist with a passion for street ministry and the priesthood of all believers. Dominic is married to Thea and together they are fostering a movement of people walking in true identity through 'I Am So Many Things.' Dominic is also founder of Now Believe and Jesus Fields as well as David’s Tent, a three day annual worship event held in the UK and US. He is author of two powerful books - Firebrand and God Hunger: Meditations From A Life Of Longing.
Episode Links:
W: https://www.nowbelieve.com/ https://www.jesusfields.com/ https://www.iamsomanythings.com/
F: www.facebook.com/jesusfieldscommunitygroup / www.facebook.com/dominicleomuir
I: www.instagram.com/dominicmuir / www.instagram.com/i.am.somanythings
E: info@iamsomanythings.com / nowme@nowbelieve.com
SEASON 2 - EPISODE 24: Single, Saved And Satisfied With Russelyn Williams
This episode finds me chatting with the lovely Russelyn Williams about her journey as a confident, Christian woman who has blossomed being single. Not only has she thrived in her personal relationship with Jesus but she is capitalising on her season of singleness by pouring into other singles, millennials and equipping and praying for the next generation. She shares with me some of the mistakes, struggles and victories she has experienced along the way and as an author of several books around this topic she also shares with me some of the personal strategies she has discovered to help singles walk in wholeness and confidence.
Russelyn Williams is a Christian Life Coach, Author, and Blogger. She has over 9 years’ experience speaking to young people and women about their personal value, worth, and benefits of saving sex until marriage. Currently, she helps single Christian women walk in wholeness and confidence through her books, blog posts, speaking, classes and inspirational posts on social media. Russelyn has been transparent about her personal testimony being a single Christian woman into her 30s. She has put off the shame of feeling like there was something wrong with her for being single and embraced her identity as a confident single woman who models wholeness. Outside of Russelyn’s work with women, Russelyn works full-time as a homeownership counsellor for a local HUD certified housing counselling and Fair Housing agency.
Episode Links: www.russelynwilliams.com / www.intercession4ageneration.org
SEASON 2 - EPISODE 23: Purity, Pageants And Crowns Of Fire With Amy Chanthaphavong
I am so happy about this episode. This is a super lush, power-packed, heart-enlarging convo with the beautiful Amy Chanthaphavong, which will bring you so much joy, freedom, hope and breakthrough.
Amy shares some of her incredible journey of growing up and doing life in California, living life in the fast lane - yet never being truly satisfied or experiencing wholeness. Until she meets Jesus that is...and embarks on an adventure like no other. She shares some of her very real and raw rollercoaster ride of discovering true intimacy, breaking free from enslavements and trauma and being refined in the fire!
Amy is the CEO & Co-Founder of @londonvalor, a lifestyle fashion brand of smartbags creating efficiency for enterprising women. She is also a purpose & business coach, content creator and digital marketer specialising in storytelling and branding. Her gift for storytelling and love for media led her to create sharingamy.com. She was crowned Miss Asian America in 2009 and is a former TEDx speaker, sharing her journey from “Fear to Fearlessness.” With a knack for adventure and social impact she moved to Laos in 2014, one of the least developed countries in the world. In Laos, Amy was the curator Vientiane Global Shapers, a network of city-based hubs initiated by the World Economic Forum. She is currently undertaking a graduate degree at London Business School and an Executive MBA scholar.
Episode Links:
SEASON 2 - EPISODE 22: Sexual Restoration
In this episode I continue to unpack sexual restoration and explore some more what becoming whole, after sexual brokenness and dysfunctional intimacy might look like it. I address the role of the believer and the wider church, in helping the sexually broken to heal and be restored, both within the church and beyond. And I look at what it means to love like Jesus loves, in a world full of sexual brokenness.
Episode Links:
Dealing with Sexual Sin in The Church, YouTube https://youtu.be/Gfayw-vE318
Marriage After Porn And Affairs ft/ Gabriel and Debbie Mayes https://apple.co/39Vazym
Kat Kerr YouTube https://youtu.be/eFYCNhIYDHk
http://phillipyancey.com/q-and-a-topics/homosexuality
http://www.keepbelieving.com/sermon/2001-09-23-Restoring-the-Fallen- Helping-the-Hurting-Two-Ways-You-Can-Serve-the-Lord/
SEASON 2 - EPISODE 21: A Heart Full Of Hope With Stephen Hart - Part 2
I continue my super rich, thought-provoking convo with Stephen James Hart and we unpack what restoration and wholeness can look like when it comes to sexuality! We explore what we do with temptation and how we contend for sexual freedom and our original identity. We also chat about what rewiring our desires towards true intimacy can involve and the beautiful role the opposite sex can play in healing and in restoration from sexual brokenness. And we chat about the importance and beauty of being led by the Spirit in our sexual journey. We also unpack the crucial role of the church as Stephen compassionately shares his heart to see us provide a table and a place of welcome for the broken, the wounded and the marginalised so they may know the love and acceptance of God.
Episode Links:
SEASON 2 - EPISODE 20: A Heart Full Of Hope With Stephen Hart - Part 1
Stephen James Hart is the loveliest of souls. And I got to have a beautiful chat with him about finding restoration in Christ after experiencing sexual brokenness. In this powerful two part conversation, Stephen shares some of his very real, raw and beautiful journey of wrestling with same sex attractions as a Christian and navigating through an addition to porn since his teenage age years, to finding freedom, wholeness and restoration in the love of God and the acceptance of those around him. Stephen chats with me about some of the influences that impacted his sexual journey, his experiences growing up grappling with his sexual orientation and how the beautiful nearness of Jesus carried him the whole way through and continues to do so.
After six years as Art Director at Bethel Church, Redding, where Stephen experienced life-changing healing and hope, he has recently moved home back to New Zealand. He is now serving as Creative & Communications team leader for a local church and he is passionately and purposefully pastoring creatives and helping them step into their truest identity. He loves evangelism and the bride of Christ and his passion will bless your socks off!
Episode Links:
SEASON 2 - EPISODE 19: Marital Sex: In Candid Convo With Peety & Noelle Escovedo Part 2
We are back with Part 2 of my amazing convo with Peety and Noelle Escovedo! So many of you have reached out to say what a blast Part 1 was and I know you won’t be disappointed with the second half of this candid conversation! These two dynamite dreamboats, these lovers of God and lovers of people - continue to bless us with their authenticity, wisdom and grace as we delve further into some of their experiences of marital intimacy. Not gonna lie the whole second half of this convo for some reason centres around the concept of fantasies!! Lol! We also chat about keeping a pure heart and a pure bed, being true to yourself before God, the power of communication as well as addressing strategies to preserve and protect against adultery even in our thoughts! SUCH a good chat!
Episode Links:
@ntescovedo / @peettha
For more in-depth information and teaching on Marital Sex feel free to purchase Sacred Sexuality: Rewire Your Desire Towards True Intimacy.
SEASON 2 - EPISODE 18: Marital Sex: In Candid Convo With Peety & Noelle Escovedo Part 1
I am ridiculously excited about this two parter with my beautiful friends Peety and Noelle Escovedo! I love this couple so much! And their example of Marital Intimacy and their passion for one another is literally marriage goals galore…WITH bells on! In part 1 of my conversation with them we hear about how they, how they have kept marital intimacy and sex life fresh over the sixteen years that they have been married and how they continue to invest in the sexual aspect of their marriage with passion, intentionality and fun even with life’s challenges! We also chat about the different seasons that they have navigated through over the last two decades and how this has impacted their marital sex life. Such a good conversation!
Episode Links:
@ntescovedo / @peettha
For more in-depth information and teaching on Marital Sex feel free to purchase Sacred Sexuality: Rewire Your Desire Towards True Intimacy.
SEASON 2 - EPISODE 17: Unpacking Sexuality & Intimacy With Kenny & Bianca Temowo Part 2
I continue my rich and authentic convo with Kenny and Bianca! In part two we chat about navigating through dating with sexual purity and some of the pressures that can be involved. We also explore some of the spiritual guidelines and practical strategies that can help! They share some of their experiences of counselling young couples when dating and how things might get super intense during the engagement period when it comes to sexuality! They also bring us into their personal understanding of the wider dynamics of intimacy in relationships and marriage that help build connection! We also chat about the sensitive topic of submission....and the perceived roles of the man and woman in marriage. And we get to hear their candid experiences of raising two young girls with biblical values in a highly sexualised culture! Super rich and so much treasure! Do make sure you check out Part 1 if you haven’t already!
Episode Links:
@itsthatbiancarose / bee@biancarose.co.uk / www.biancarose.co.uk / rktemowo@gmail.com
SEASON 2 - EPISODE 16: Unpacking Sexuality & Intimacy With Kenny & Bianca Temowo Part 1
You will find me in convo with some of my dearest for this rich and powerful two-parter! I’m chatting to Bianca and Kenny Temowo about their journey with intimacy in their upbringings, their dating relationships, marriage and in parenting. Kenny is head of leadership development at a games technology company and also coaches individuals in his own Coaching practice. He is a worship leader, singer songwriter and a creative in the process of recording a Worship album He has a massive heart! Bianca is a singer songwriter and the gorgeous voice behind the intro music for these podcast! You will find her making music, writing and recording and touring whilst also being an all round creative! She is also cofounder of I am Independent - an amazing platform that supports and equips independent music artists. Parents to my beaut goddaughters Ava and Liora, Kenny and Bianca have been married for ten years and also counsel young couples! In this episode we chat about their evolving journey with intimacy and how it impacts their world. And we also unpack some of their experiences of navigating through sexual intimacy when they were dating!
Episode Links:
@itsthatbiancarose / bee@biancarose.co.uk / www.biancarose.co.uk / rktemowo@gmail.com
SEASON 2 - EPISODE 15: Friendships, Dating & Sexuality
In this episode I give you the low down on navigating through friendships and dating with a posture of sacred sexuality! How can we as individuals enjoy the beautiful way that God has created us as sexual beings to honour and celebrate one another, call out the treasure in the opposite sex and cultivate celebratory and authentic friendships. I also chat about dating honourably, exploring different approaches to dating and address some spiritual and practical strategies to walk in sexual purity in our dating relationships!
SEASON 2 - EPISODE 14: Cultivating A Culture Of Sacred Sexuality Amongst Children And Teenagers
This episode features a recorded session from the Sacred Sexuality Conference at Jubilee Church in California in October 2019 where I spoke about raising children and young adults with a healthy, holy and celebratory understanding of Biblical Sexuality. This episode is super encouraging and informative for parents, leaders, youth pastors and teachers who are involved in raising or supporting children and young people and who want the kids in their care to confidently walk in Sacred Sexuality!
The session covers: role-modelling healthy intimacy, addresses the different stages of sexual development when children are growing up, raising kids in a highly sexual society, being sex savvy as parents and leaders, navigating through media, entertainment, cultural influences and sexual messaging influencing our young people, stewarding the sex drive and fostering healthy accountability. All laced with Biblical truths, practical tips, prayer and encouragement! A power packed pod!
With special thanks to the AMAZING team at Jubilee Church, Camarillo!
Show Links: www.jubileechurch.org
SEASON 2 - EPISODE 13: Parenting & Sexuality Part 2
Join me for the second part of my convo with Dave Adkins, Katrina McCain and Ruth Rawlins as we continue chatting about parenting about sexuality! So many nuggets shared and lots to think about not just as parents but for anyone who is involved in supporting children and young people to flourish with wholeness, confidence and celebration as they learn how to steward and celebrate their God-given sexuality in a highly sexualised, fallen world.
Show Links: Dave Adkins: dpj.adkins@yahoo.co.uk / Ruth Rawlins: Ruth@cbruk.org
Katrina McCain: @_katrinakatrina_ / Seven Years Of Love By Katrina McCain https://www.katrinamccain.com/books
SEASON 2 - EPISODE 12: Parenting & Sexuality Part 1
This is part one of a two parter! And in this episode I talk to three fabulous parents about sexuality and parenting! Dave Adkins, Katrina McCain and Ruth Rawlins share some of their experiences, their convictions and their wisdom with me and also share the wrestles that they encounter - as they seek to raise their children with an understanding and value for biblical sexuality, in a highly sexualised world! It was such a joy and honour to hear their hearts, to learn from their journeys and to be part of this rich, thoughtful and honest conversation!
Show Links: Dave Adkins: dpj.adkins@yahoo.co.uk / Ruth Rawlins: Ruth@cbruk.org
Katrina McCain: @_katrinakatrina_ / Seven Years Of Love By Katrina McCain https://www.katrinamccain.com/books
SEASON 2 - EPISODE 11: Single Sexuality
If sex is for marriage then what do we do with our sexuality if we aren’t married and having sex? Find out in the latest episode of the Living in Light Podcast, where I chat about the beauty of celebrating our sexuality as individuals!! I unpack the power and beauty of stewarding our God-assigned biological sex well and thriving in our gender roles. And I talk about walking in honouring, confident and celebratory sexuality as sexual beings - irrespective of our relational status! I share practical strategies for singles to help with sexual purity, to help enjoy sexual identity, to flourish in a season of singleness and to trust God with your sexuality, your needs and your desires for intimacy during a singleness. A really helpful and powerful episode even though I do say so myself!
Scripture References:
Genesis 1:27-28, 31 / Psalm 139:15-16 / Ephesians 2:10 / Job 31:1 / 1 Corinthians 7:6-9
SEASON 2 - EPISODE 10: The Naked Truth About Worldly Sex
In Episode 10 I unpack the most common versions of worldly sex! I address fornication, homosexuality, porn and masturbation and bring further understanding about why they are simply not God’s best for us - even though they do bring some level of pleasure and satisfaction! I also explain why as common, normal or desirable sexual practices as they may have become, they are simply incompatible with God’s original order for sexuality. Another super insightful episode bringing truth, revelation and freedom and unveiling true intimacy!
Episode Links:
My Genes Made Me Do It! Neil Whitehead, Briar Whitehead, Huntington House Publishers, 1999
Sam Black, Covenant Eyes. The Porn Circuit, p24.
Why I stopped watching porn. Ran Gavrieli TEDxJaffa https://www.youtube. com/watch?v=gRJ_QfP2mhU
http://www.equip.org/article/the-effects-of-porn-on-the-male-brain-3/
https://restoringsexualpurity.org/masturbation-a-form-of-false-intimacy 82.
Scripture References:
Genesis 1:27-28, 2:23-24 / 1 Corinthians 6:14-20, 7:1-2 / Song of Solomon 2 / 1 Thessalonians 4:3 / Romans 1:28-29
SEASON 2 - EPISODE 9: Counterfeit Intimacy - Spiritual Repercussions // Sex Demons
This is the final part of the three parter miniseries addressing the physical, emotional and spiritual repercussions of engaging in counterfeit intimacy! This episode is pretty darn DEEP and it unpacks the sobering reality of potentially inviting the demonic into the mix when we engage in sexual immorality. I talk about sexual demons and how the doors to visitations from sex demons, can open when we find ourselves living lives of sexual dysfunction - whether it’s because of stuff that we may be involved in or even demonic doors that have opened because of someone else’s actions or because of things we have experienced that we aren’t even aware of! A super vulnerable but powerful episode that I pray brings so much freedom, truth and breakthrough to anyone that might need to hear this!
Episode Links:
Buy a copy of Sacred Sexuality / Forever Free Spoken Word
https://drintimacy.wordpress.com/2011/10/15/stds-sexually-transmitted-demons/
https://drintimacy.wordpress.com/incubus-and-succubus-sex-demons-of-the-night/”
http://xpectamiracle.blogspot.co.uk/2014/08/deliverance-from-incubus-succubu-lust.html”
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/incubus Footnote 9”
Scripture References: Genesis 6:1-4 / 2 Corinthians 10:4-5
SEASON 2 - EPISODE 8: Counterfeit Intimacy - Emotional Repercussions // Soul Ties
This is part two of a three parter addressing the physical, emotional and spiritual repercussions of engaging in counterfeit intimacy! This episode unpacks how deeply and destructively emotional and sexual connection outside of marriage affects our brain, our neurology and our soul!! I delve super deep into the topic of soul ties and how ungodly soul ties can be created even in godly relationships when we have strongholds and idolatry in the mix and I also deal with counterfeit attachments and talk about how to break them on a practical, neurological and a spiritual level. It’s another super deep sesh but one that I know is powerful and totally worth listening to!!
Episode Links:
Detoxing Your Mind: An Interview With Dr. Caroline Leaf https://youtu.be/Ea8pHeetkgo
Hooked: New Science on How Casual Sex is Affecting Our Children. August 2008, Joe S. McIlhaney Jr, Freda McKissic Bush.
Moral Revolution, The Invisible Effects of Sex Before Marriage https://moral-revolution.com/the-invisible-effects-of-sex-before-marriage/
https://www.insider.com/why-do-breakups-hurt-so-much-2019-2
http://rewardfoundation.org/brain-basics/neuroplasticity
https://bryanasands.wordpress.com/2013/06/23/sex-and-glue-the-emotional- bond-of-a-physical-act/
Breaking Ungodly Soul Ties - Paula White-Cain https://youtu.be/VS1EZGK_R2M
Dealing with Sexual Sin in the Church, Bill Johnson, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gfayw-wvE318
Scripture References: Genesis 1:27–28a, 2:24, 34:3 / 1 Corinthians 6:18–20 (MSG) / 2 Samuel 13 / Romans 12:2 / 2 Corinthians 10:4-5
SEASON 2 - EPISODE 7: Counterfeit Intimacy - Physical Repercussions
Episode 7 begins to unpack the very real and raw repercussions of engaging in counterfeit sex and intimacy upon our body, soul and spirit! There are so many repercussions of experiencing sex and intimacy outside of God’s Biblical framework which impact us on every level of our being! And the world is unable to warn us of all the destruction that comes with the seduction of sexual disorder because dysfunction and darkness is simply part and parcel of worldly sex! But sexual darkness and dysfunction is not God's part of God's original plan for our sexuality and nor is it His best for us!
In this episode I address the negative impact that pursuing worldly sexual norms and becoming one flesh and cleaving to someone in sexual intimacy outside of God’s divine order for sexuality, can have on our physical bodies!
Episode Links:
https://lifesitenews.com/opinion/former-satanist-i-performed-satanic-rituals-in- side-abortion-clinics
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Child_sacrifice
http://gotquestions.org/child-sacrifice.html
https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/abortion-statistics-for-england-and-wales-2019
Scripture References:
1 Corinthians 6:18–20; 2 Kings 17:30; Deuteronomy 12:31
SEASON 2 - EPISODE 6: Getting Intimate With Katrina McCain Part 2
This is Part 2 of my fabulous convo with the wonderful Katrina McCain! In this concluding episode we talk about marital sex, navigating the seasons, staying honouring and the importance of bold communication!
Katrina is a former Fashion Model from Charlotte, NC, and the author of Beyond Being Good: Seeking Christ's Perfection for Our Imperfect Hearts. She is filled with so much passion to encourage women of all ages to live for Jesus authentically, in spite of the culture that tells them they can’t. She is the proud wife of her husband, Jarrett, and mother to her sweet girls, Kailyn and Jaelle.
I loved chatting with Katrina. I loved hearing her perspective on sexuality which was a beautiful balance between adventure and childlikeness coupled with seasoned maturity! So good! I also so enjoyed the value and love for the Word that Katrina carries and the way that she so boldly applies it to her sexuality with such conviction and authority! And I also really enjoyed the freedom and authenticity that she brought to the table. I know you are going to enjoy this episode!!
Episode Links:
www.KatrinaMcCain.com / @_katrinakatrina_
Beyond Being Good: Seeking Christ’s Perfection for Our Imperfect Hearts by Amazon Media EU S.à r.l.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07B1PFGFZ/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_GQB-EbC1CC2HD
SEASON 2 - EPISODE 5: Getting Intimate With Katrina McCain Part 1
So stoked to have the lovely Katrina McCain chatting to me for a two parter convo! We chat about Katrina’s sexual journey as a believer, her relationship with her sexuality and how she has evolved in her sexual identity through marriage and motherhood. Katrina is a former Fashion Model from Charlotte, NC, and the author of Beyond Being Good: Seeking Christ's Perfection for Our Imperfect Hearts. She is filled with so much passion to encourage women of all ages to live for Jesus authentically, in spite of the culture that tells them they can’t. She is the proud wife of her husband, Jarrett, and mother to her sweet girls, Kailyn and Jaelle.
I totally enjoyed chatting with Katrina. She is so full of joy and wisdom, not afraid to be transparent and she’s also a little bit fiery, which I love! Part 2 to follow in the next episode!
Episode Links:
www.KatrinaMcCain.com / @_katrinakatrina_
Beyond Being Good: Seeking Christ’s Perfection for Our Imperfect Hearts by Amazon Media EU S.à r.l.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07B1PFGFZ/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_GQB-EbC1CC2HD
SEASON 2 - EPISODE 4: God’s Purposes For Sex
In episode 4, I continue unpacking God's incredible purposes for sex! Bringing you some more of the amazing reasons that God created this phenomenal gift of sex! I chat about companionship, procreation and one of my faves - pleasure, amongst some of God's many super powerful divine purposes for sex!
Episode Links:
Mark Erre. YouTube Sex, Love and God Part 1, https://youtu.be/zumyYjq3em- c?list=PL-0zpu2toenbyFrCvo6OGH0moq5s0qCVA 10/02/2014 24:35 – 37:01
Matt Chandler, God and Sex Culture and Theology. YouTube https://youtube. com/watch?v=Hw9MN8gJx_Y 26/06/2015 22:20
https://goaskalice.columbia.edu/answered-questions/why-does-sex-feel-good
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325899#effects-on-the-brain
https://www.ucg.org/the-good-news/gods-purpose-for-sex-and-marriage
https://margmowczko.com/kenegdo-meet-subordinate-suitable-or-similar/
Scripture references: Romans 12:2 (NKJV) / Proverbs 23:7 / Song of Solomon 1:2–3, 12–14, 2:3–7, 4:1–7 (MSG) / 1 Corinthians 7:1-2 (MSG) Proverbs 5:15-19 (AMP)
SEASON 2 - EPISODE 3: Nothing Hidden with Joshua And Kara Smith
In this episode I have the amazing Josh Luke Smith and Kara Ann Marie Smith with me bringing SOOOO much wisdom, authenticity and real talk! Such an incredible chat! They talk to me about so much seriously good stuff including sexual intimacy, connection and their unwavering commitment to one another, to keep nothing hidden from each other!
Many of you will know Josh and Kara from various different platforms - they are incredible creatives both as individuals whether it’s through music or poetry, social justice or well being, or as part of the Orphan No More collective that they founded - or even the most recent work they’ve been doing in the fight against racism - not to mention the many other things that they are involved in!
Their heart for God, the way they do marriage, life and intimacy is so embedded in a pursuit of true connection and authenticity! They have been married 9 years and have just had their beautiful first baby only days ago. Soooo precious!
You are going to be super blessed by this episode.
Episode Links:
Joshua Luke Smith: @joshualukesmith / www.joshualukesmith.com / Vacant: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gk7-Wf7PU7M
Kara Ann-Marie Smith: @karaannmariesmith
Orphan No More: https://www.onmmusic.com
SEASON 2 - EPISODE 2: Covenant Intimacy
In this episode Bobbi begins to unpack God's purposes for sex, beginning with the most significant and sobering reason for God to design sex the way that He did - which is covenant intimacy! She explores why sex within covenant is so sacred, meaningful and purposeful and breaks down how deeply embedded this principle of covenant intimacy is, not just within marriage but also within God's relational purposes for mankind and His loving kindness towards us. She also unpacks why sex outside of covenant intimacy has so many repercussions. Seriously...who knew sex could be SO deeply and eternally binding?!
Episode Links:
https://bearingdrift.com/2012/05/21/marriage-is-not-a-contract-it-is-a-covenant/ https://www.the-covenant-kingdom.com/blood-covenant-steps.html
https://www.learnreligions.com/christian-wedding-traditions-701948 / http://dictionaryofchristianese.com/soul-ties 28
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-1341126/Want-secret-happy-marriage-Dont-sex-wedding.html
Sacred Sexuality: Rewire Your Desire Towards True Intimacy, Bobbi Kumari, 2019, Digital Version p212
Scripture references: Genesis 2:24 (AMPC) / Hosea 2:18-20 / Dt. 22:13–21 / 1 Corinthians 6:16-17 MSG / Ephesians 5:25-27, 32-32 (TPT)
SEASON 2 - EPISODE 1: Sacred Sexuality: An Introduction
Episode 1 of Season 2 of The Living in Light Podcast kicks off with an intro to the topic of Sacred Sexuality - which will be the theme of the whole of Season 2. Podcast host Bobbi Kumari shares her testimony of living a life of promiscuity and the journey God took her on to prepare her to preach this message. She also introduces and unpacks what she believes Sacred Sexuality is all about. In this Sacred Sexuality series, Bobbi unpacks God's purposes for sexuality and the repercussions of approaching desire, love and intimacy outside of a biblical framework. Drawing from many of her own experiences, she addresses sexual issues facing our generation and offers biblical insight, scientific and social research, practical advice and spiritual application, to deepen our understanding of sexuality, and to bring true freedom within this deeply complex and tender subject.
Episode Links:
Matt Chandler, God and Sex Culture and Theology. YouTube https://youtube. com/watch?v=Hw9MN8gJx_Y 26/06/2015 22:20
Sacred Sex, Embracing Your Sexuality the Way That God Designed It. Tony Evans p6-9. 2014
Scripture references: Genesis 1:27, 31 / Genesis 2:21-25 / Genesis 4:1 / 1 Corinthians 6:19
SEASON 1 - EPISODE 13: Facing Fears and Foes and Finding Family With Kamal Kumari - Part 2
In this episode I continue chatting to my beautiful mama as she shares how her life radically transformed after she found herself widowed in her mid forties yet began to trust God with her brokenness, her guilt and shame and with her future. What ensued was a heart-healing, faith-evoking, water-walking journey into the unknown as she said yes to God and to His call over her life to build an orphanage and adopt the fatherless.
She embarked on a life of living from miracle to miracle and confronting fears and foes alike as she discovered her identity in God and became a powerful woman of love, compassion and influence. Shielded by divine favour and rooted in God's love she shares testimonies of God's grace, goodness and intervention that truly encourage the soul.
Episode Links: kumarikamal45@gmail.com
SEASON 1 - EPISODE 12: From Fatherless, To Adopting A Nation With Kamal Kumari - Part 1
In this episode I am chatting to my delightful mum, who has inspired me endlessly. She remains the most inspiring person I know and if I can walk in even just an iota of her grace and courage I will be blessed beyond measure.
My mum runs a children's home in India and is mother to many. She also founded a school, a home for the elderly and runs a church at the home as well as being a huge blessing to the village and town that surrounds the Emmanuel Home, that she founded in 2004.
This is part one of my two part convo with my mama, where she shares how experiences of being raised in a small village in India without a father and being married at the tender age of fifteen to a man fourteen years older than her. She describes life with my father here in England as she wrestled through the turmoil of a painful marriage and a fruitless religion.
We journey through her salvation story and marvel at the beautiful way that God showed up to break open her prison doors, liberating life and turning her beauty into ashes. He took the tragedy of her being fatherless and transformed it into a life-changing pursuit to adopt many.
A heart-enlarging episode.
Episode Links: Email: kumarikamal45@gmail.com
SEASON 1 - EPISODE 11: Hollywood, Holiness and Being Together Good with Patrice Patrick - Part 2
This is Part 2 of my delightful conversation, with my gem of a friend Patrice Patrick who works as a TV/Film Production Manager in Hollywood and runs her own branding and mentoring company, Together Good Company.
In the second part of our chat Patrice continues to share her delighfully tender heart, as she speaks of nurturing her team and those around her up so that her own life may be a stepping stone for others to soar from. Her pastoral, compassionate, generous heart is so ridiculously evident as she talks of her desire to develop those in her sphere of influence and how she uses different platforms to passionately pour into others, be it her blog, her business, her counsel, her instagram...the list is endless!
She totally keeps it real as she speaks of journeying through sexual purity in Hollywood and the struggles and temptations she faces as well as the strategies she has applied on order to keep herself grounded in her walk of celibacy. She's got some great advice for anyone thinking of pursuing a career in Hollywood who is wanting to walk in purity and holiness! Patrice is also an amazing example of a single, sanctified and sassy chica who owns and celebrates her sexuality with holiness and joy and we talk about this too!
We also chat about her brand Together Good Company and the heart behind it. Everything Patrice shares is from a place of love and intimacy with God. It's drenched with heaven and hearing her speak is like sitting in a heavenly spa. She is full of life and passion and is radiating God's love, light and liberty in truly delightful ways.
A beautiful podcast that will bless your socks off!
Episode Links: Instagram/Facebook: @TogetherGoodCo / Website: togetherGoodCo.Com / patricepatrick.com
SEASON 1 - EPISODE 10: Hospitality, Hollywood and Having Heaven's Heart with Patrice Patrick - Part 1
This is Part 1 of my conversation with my lovely, tender-hearted, gorgeous friend Patrice Patrick who works in TV/Film Production in Hollywood.
We chat about her journey into the industry, some of her fave things about working in production and her heart for Hollywood! We unpack how God uses her gifts, passions and desires to release His love and goodness so beautifully over Hollywood! I love Patrice's tender heart - you will too.
Patrice is so rich with love, godliness and abundant life - and I hope you get a glimpse of her loveliness and of God's compassion, kindness and tender heart as you listen to and enjoy this podcast!
Episode Links: Instagram/Facebook: @TogetherGoodCo / Website: togetherGoodCo.Com / patricepatrick.com
SEASON 1 - EPISODE 9: Young, Free and Living for Eternity with Jackson Adkins
Jackson is amazing. When we recorded this podcast he was only seventeen. I harper on quite a bit about his age in the podcast, because I am so impressed and inspired by his maturity and character. It's so beautiful, exciting and heart-enlarging to consider this incredible generation of God lovers and how sold out for Christ they are...and how these passionate, consecrated ones are living radical lives of liberation, of truth, purpose and of Christ-like love. We have so much that we can not only pour out upon them so that our ceilings may act as their floors - but we also have much to learn from them.
And so I'm superrrr duper stoked to share with you my chat with Jackson who is about to embark on a gap year before he starts university. We chat about his experiences of being raised in a Christian home, some of the challenges he has faced growing up as a Christian teenager and the things he has overcome. We also delve into his heart for his generation! He shares some of his favourite encounters, revealing some of the precious thoughts that God has been laying on his heart, he gives some advice for other teens but mostly he just adores Jesus. I love the purity of his heart, I love his hunger for God, His love for the Word of God and the holy convictions by which he chooses to live his life.
An inspiring and thought-provoking podcast.
Episode Links: Email: jacksonadkins01@gmail.com / Instagram: @jacksonadkins01
SEASON 1 - EPISODE 8: Pursuing God's Best for our Sexuality with Diana Anderson
Worship Pastor, Life Coach and Freedom Fighter Diana Anderson shares some of her personal journey of contending for healthy, biblical sexuality and true intimacy as an individual, a wife, mother and leader - as we both chat about God's amazing design for our sexuality.
Diana lives in California with her lovely hubby of over twenty five years and her four fabulous kids. She is Worship Pastor at Jubilee Church in Camarillo, California and is an inspiring leader, talented creative - with an incredible heart for God and for people. A champion and ambassador of those that she loves, Diana is deeply passionate about seeing her family, her community and those that are in her circle of influence lives their best lives.
She unpacks her own journey of what intimacy has looked like for her, being raised in a Puerto Rican family and how this impacted her relationships and intimacy in her marriage. Diana candidly yet sensitively shares some of the struggles she experienced because of dysfunctional ideologies surrounding sexuality and intimacy and how these mindsets began to shift! We talk about her ensuing pursuit of sexual wholeness not just for herself as an individual, but as a wife, mum and as a leader in this generation. And we explore some of the resources, strategies and lessons that she has benefited from since embarking on this beautiful journey - which continues to unveil each day, new freedoms and greater wholeness.
A really beautiful podcast.
Episode Links: Email: dianaanderson@jubileechurch.org
SEASON 1 - EPISODE 7: Songs, Seasons, Style and Struggles with Bianca Rose
Bianca Rose is my best friend. She is mum to my gorgeous god-daughters. She plays a huge role in creative direction for the Living in Light brand and she is a chica who is full of creativity and craftsmanship! She is also the incredible voice behind the intro and outdo song 'You're Beautiful' - written and sung by this beauty.
In this episode I chat to this wonderfully talented singer-songwriter and super creative cool-cat who is also co-founder of I Am Independent, as we explore her creative process - honing in on some of the journey...on some of the fears she's embraced and the mountains she has overcome, along the way.
Bianca tells us about her latest music projects and some of the collaborations she's been involved with and she gives us some insight into what the collaborative process might look like for her!
She shares her experiences of navigating through her creative dreams and projects as a mum of two gorgeous girls and she unpacks some of the struggles of the tender seasons we go through when we can't focus on the dreams in our hearts. She also highlights the beauty of opportunities in such seasons that she discovered she could tap into, in order to explore different avenues of her own creative growth.
She unpacks some of her style journey, how she has cultivated a sense of confidence with her image, personally, as a musician and as a creative. Bianca also drops a few trusted style secrets that have worked well for this yummy mummy fashionista divine!
Episode Links:
Facebook: Bianca Rose / Instagram: @itsthatbiancarose / Website: www.biancarose.co.uk / Facebook: IAIMA / Instagram: @weareindependentartists / Website: www.iamindependent.co.uk
SEASON 1 - EPISODE 6: Authenticity, Freedom and Restoration from Sexual Brokenness with Stacey Skeete
In this powerful episode, Stacey Skeete of globally acclaimed, The Kingdom Choir, candidly shares her incredible story of finding wholeness, love and restoration. She speaks of the tragic event that flipped turned her world upside down as a fourteen year old and the lies and ideologies that shaped her life as a result. She boldly unpacks some of the very real and raw coping mechanisms she became accustomed to as a young woman, in order to deal with her pain and shame.
Stacey leads us through her powerful story of getting radically set free from a live of sexual brokenness and how that has helped her to become authentic, liberated and fuelled by love and acceptance. Stacey also passionately introduces us to her latest project, Live Or Exist, Your Choice - which helps support women impacted by sexual brokenness.
We chat about the repercussions of sexual sin and the enslavement and dysfunction it can lead to when we engage in casual sex and sexual immorality. Stacey also shares some of the powerful strategies that she learned from her own experiences, which have brought her massive freedom and breakthrough. A super powerful episode!
Episode Links:
Instagram: @Staceyskeete / Facebook: Stacey Skeete / Facebook: Live Or Exist, Your Choice / Instagram: @Staceyskeete / Website:
SEASON 1 - EPISODE 5: Creativity, Comedy and Owning Your Calling with the Big Fat Greek Mother
In Episode 5 of the Living in Light Podcast, I chat to the phenomenal Olga Thompson, otherwise known as the Big Fat Greek Mother. Currently taking Instagram by storm with her comedy, kindness and compassionate social media presence, Olga shares some of her beautiful journey with me. We unpack her creative journey and her desire to boldly and unapologetically use her experiences, her talents and gifts to glorify God in spheres of society that the church may find controversial. We talk about resisting people-pleasing and obeying God with our callings even when it seems unconventional! Olga keeps it real as she shares her experiences of dealing with postnatal depression, confusion and deep pain where she found God addressing her childhood brokenness and hidden wounds. Incredibly it was here that she began to experience God’ prompting to explore her creativity, not waiting for a future season but starting exactly where she was, as a mother of three, and going for it, with what was in her hand. Exciting and inspiring stuff!
She unpacks some of her journey, her convictions and her heart's desires and we also get to hear some of the stories, struggles and creative processes behind her comedy and her fabulous online characters!
Episode Links:
Instagram: @big_fat_greekmother / YouTube: youtu.be/MdsWBn_lXq4
SEASON 1 - EPISODE 4: God’s Love Piercing Third Spaces with Lu Hardy and Ellie Barrett
Lu Hardy and Ellie Barrett join me for a super fun chat about our experiences of seeing God radiate His love and light so beautifully and compassionately in some of society's darkest places. We chat about our own life experiences of being part of the partying lifestyle and the personal convictions that drive each of us to share the love of God in the nightlife scene.
We chat about our work with Club Angels, as we reach out with the love and compassion of God in the nightclub scene. Lu and Ellie share how Club Angels got started and what a typical night looks like! We talk about some of the struggles associated with ministering to people caught up in hedonistic lifestyles and how we have had our minds renewed and belief systems challenged by God as we confront our own misconceptions. We share some of our fave testimonies from our nights in the clubs and marvel at all that God is doing!
We we also hear about the incredible way that God is invading the Strip clubs with His love, kindness and mercy and the wonderful work of Illuminate Soho.
Episode Links:
www.clubangels.org.uk / Facebook: Clubangelslondon / Instagram: @clubangels / Instagram: @illuminatesoho / www.thirdspaceministries.co.uk
Email: lucy@thirdspaceministries.co.uk
SEASON 1 - EPISODE 3: Free From Counterfeit Intimacy with Shay Douglas
In this Episode I chat to the wonderful Shay Douglas featured in Netflix Documentary Liberated, who candidly and passionately shares his journey away from counterfeit intimacy towards true intimacy.
Shay Douglas was born in Cairns, Australia and spent many years in the US on a Soccer scholarship. Whilst partying at Spring Break, Florida with friends, he found himself getting involved in a documentary project which was being filmed by Exodus Cry. The documentary explored the hook-up culture amongst young adults in our generation and common attitudes and behaviours about sex.
After the filming finished, what followed for Shay was a journey of emptiness, regret, soul searching and reflection before he found himself making some powerful decisions that would lead him towards radical forgiveness, restoration and freedom. A journey that he is still on.
Shay reflects on his childhood and upbringing, and shares his evolving belief systems and perspectives about sexuality and intimacy. He tenderly yet honestly speaks of the demons he has had to face and the struggles that he has experienced around identity, intimacy and his role in today's hook up culture.
Shay also shares with us his current projects and future dreams to help young men develop healthy and honouring belief systems about manhood, respect, intimacy and valuing human dignity.
Episode Links:
www.shayryandouglas.com / Instagram: @_shayman_ / Facebook: Shay Ryan Douglas / Email: shayryandouglas@gmail.com
Liberated: The New Sexual Revolution (2017) / https://www.netflix.com/gb/title/80222248
Exodus Cry: www.exoduscry.com / Instagram: @exoduscry
SEASON 1 - EPISODE 2: Meet The Edwards Part 2
In part two of my fabulous chat with the amazing Manny and Ayo-Dele Edwards, we delve deeper into what it means to be a Christian creative who loves well and how our traditional cultures often impact our art. We also chat about the church’s role in the arts and entertainment industry and how there is a desperate need for Christians to rise up and be who they have been called to be without fearing what people will think. We also unpack the beauty of trusting God with our callings, characters and the seasons of our lives. In this second episode Manny and Ayo-Dele continue to inspire and delight with their experiences, wisdom and honesty about being bold and unapologetic to be who you've been created to be!
Episode Links:
www.ayo-dele.com / Instagram: @thisisayodele @becoming.live @emmanueledwards
SEASON 1 - EPISODE 1: Meet The Edwards Part 1
In this very first episode I am in conversation with my amazing friends Manny and Ayo-Dele Edwards who are phenomenal parents, great leaders, incredible creatives and big-hearted influencers. We chat about the role of faith in their daily lives and in their marriage. They share their romance story and give out some great advice for singles and married alike! They speak of their their value and appreciation for the family dynamic and how they intentionally role-model love and community in their spheres of influence!
Manny and Ayo-Dele effortlessly and humorously pour out rich wisdom, kingdom perspective and experiential truth as we talk about some of their journey together as a married couple who radiate the love, light and liberty of God in a super powerful and authentic way.
Episode Links:
www.ayo-dele.com / Instagram: @thisisayodele @becoming.live @emmanueledwards