Faithful Love: Navigating Relationships with Godly Wisdom

In this episode of the Teens Draw Near to God Poetry podcast, the host, Shirah Chante Relationship Artist, welcomes teenagers, parents, and mentors to discuss the importance of drawing closer to God through poetry. The host shares personal experiences of seeking God and emphasizes the significance of true love and faithfulness in relationships. A featured poem, Never Be, explores the complexities of love, material wealth, and genuine connection. The episode encourages listeners to seek God's guidance in finding their romantic partners and to value love and faithfulness over material possessions.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

01:18 Purpose of the Podcast

02:34 Graduation and New Beginnings

03:21 Introduction to the Poem Never Be

06:59 Reading the Poem Never Be

09:47 Analyzing the Poem Never Be

21:29 Faithfulness in Relationships

30:21 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this episode of Teens Drawn Near To God, host Shirah Chante welcomes teens, parents, and youth workers for an inspiring session centered around a poem, The Flesh Is a Mess. Shirah Chante explores themes of bondage and liberation through faith, discussing the significance of spiritual release from various forms of captivity such as addiction, sexual sin, and emotional struggles. The session includes a reading from Luke 4:16-22 and encourages listeners to follow Jesus for true freedom. Shirah Chante also shares her personal testament of liberation and offers her Relationship Rescue Plan to help others develop a closer relationship with Jesus Christ.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:46 Purpose of the Podcast

01:41 Drawing Near to God Through Poetry

05:19 The Flesh is a Mess: Poem Reading

08:05 Discussion on Bondage and Freedom

17:08 Spiritual Release and Prayer

23:22 Conclusion and Resources

Overcoming Deeds That Keep You Out of the Kingdom of God

In this episode of the Teams Drawn Year to God Poetry Podcast, Shirah Chante, Relationship Artist, addresses teenagers, their parents, and youth workers on spiritual growth and drawing closer to God. She emphasizes the importance of embodying the Holy Spirit's fruit, including love, patience, joy, kindness, and self-control. Shirah Chante warns against behaviors such as fornication, idolatry, adultery, homosexuality, and other actions that distance individuals from God's kingdom. She shares a poem titled The Flesh is a Mess and provides a spiritual guide on leading a life aligned with God's teachings to avoid being swayed by worldly temptations.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:22 Purpose of the Podcast

02:13 The Fruit of the Spirit

03:13 Believing in Jesus and Regeneration

04:13 Using the Fruit of the Spirit

07:11 The Holy Spirit's Role

08:57 Reading the Poem: The Flesh is a Mess

10:48 Exploring the Poem's Meaning

11:38 Activities Leading to Hell

14:18 Understanding Fornication and Idolatry

20:50 Adultery and Homosexuality

22:39 Other Sins to Avoid

26:55 Final Prayer and Conclusion

The Fruit of the Spirit: Love, Joy, and Peace

In this episode of the Teens Draw Near to God poetry podcast, host Shirah Chante, Relationship Artist, delves into the significance of the Fruit of the Spirit, focusing on themes of goodness, self-control, and love. Through the recitation of her original poem The Flesh is a Mess, she explores the conflict between flesh and spirit, emphasizing the power of love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control in overcoming the deeds of the flesh. Shirah Chante also discusses the biblical foundation of these virtues and encourages listeners to strengthen their spirits to manifest these positive qualities in their lives.

00:00 Introduction and Greetings

00:54 Discussing the Fruit of the Spirit

04:31 Exploring the Poem The Flesh is a Mess

07:18 Deep Dive into the Fruit of the Spirit

08:54 Love: The Foundation of All

14:52 Joy and Peace: Inner Gifts

18:33 Patience and Kindness: Essential Virtues

22:15 Goodness and Faithfulness: Living Righteously

25:10 Gentleness and Self-Control: Mastering the Self

32:06 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

The War Between Flesh and Spirit: A Battle for the Soul

In this episode, Shirah Chante addresses the ongoing struggle between the flesh and the spirit and how it impacts our lives. Beginning with a poem she wrote titled The Flesh is a Mess, Shirah Chante explores how these two forces vie for control over your soul. I discuss how the works of the flesh, as listed in Galatians 5:19-21, lead you away from God's kingdom, while the fruits of the spirit guide you towards eternal life through Jesus Christ. Shirah Chante shares personal experiences, touches on societal issues, and offers a plea for forgiveness and guidance. We end by introducing the Relationship Rescue Plan to help listeners make spirit-led decisions. Tune in next week as we delve into the fruits of the spirit.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:26 Technical Difficulties and Restart

00:56 Today's Topic: The Flesh is a Mess

01:06 Original Poem: The Flesh is a Mess

01:46 Understanding the Triune Being

02:09 The War for Your Soul

03:23 Reading the Poem: The Flesh is a Mess

05:27 Discussion: The Works of the Flesh

10:40 Adultery and Fornication

15:37 Idolatry and Sorcery

20:23 Jealousy and Wrath

29:25 Prayer for Forgiveness

30:49 Conclusion and Next Week's Topic

The Importance of Drawing Near to God

In this episode of the Teens Draw Near to God Poetry podcast, host Shirah Chante discusses the significance of Easter and Passover, emphasizing the importance of drawing closer to God. She leads listeners in a confession of faith and shares her personal baptism experience. Shirah Chante recites her poem The Flesh is a Mess, inspired by her prayer leader, and breaks down its meaning, focusing on the challenges of human existence, the importance of loving oneself, and maintaining a spiritual connection with God. She concludes by urging listeners to read the Bible, meditate on God's word, and cultivate a healthy self-love.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

01:30 Easter and Passover Reflections

03:34 The Significance of Baptism

07:13 Drawing Near to God

13:47 The Flesh is a Mess - Poem and Analysis

20:19 Loving God, Yourself, and Others

29:24 Concluding Thoughts and Invitation

Drawing Near to God: Strengthening faith Through Perseverance

In this episode of the Teens Draw Near to God poetry podcast, Shirah Chante discusses how teenagers and their parents can strengthen their relationship with God through poetry. She reads and analyzes her original poem God's Plan, exploring themes of apprehension, faith, and divine love. She underscores the importance of drawing close to God by spending time in His presence and reading the Holy Bible. She also shares personal anecdotes and reflects on maintaining faith during challenging times. The episode concludes with an encouraging message for listeners to keep faith and run the race set before them, coupled with an introduction to a Relationship Rescue Plan to help those struggling with their faith.

00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Podcast

00:57 Understanding the Concept of Drawing Near to God

03:40 Exploring the Poem 'God's Plan'

06:17 Apprehension and Faith in Relationships

16:28 The Importance of Trusting God Through Pain

21:42 Encouragement to Keep Faith and Run the Race

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Teens Draw Near to God: Understanding God's Plan

In this episode of 'Teens Draw Near to God,' Shirah Chante, Relationship Artist, invites teenagers, parents, youth ministers, and counselors to explore how poetry can bring them closer to God. She shares her original poem God's Plan, reflecting on the concept of following Jesus genuinely and not in vain. Shirah emphasizes the importance of being authentic in one's faith, striving for godly perfection through love, and overcoming personal struggles. She encourages listeners to download her Relationship Rescue Plan to draw nearer to God through reflective questions.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

01:13 Purpose of the Podcast

01:57 Personal Journey to Knowing God

03:46 Introduction to the Poem 'God's Plan'

07:33 Reading and Analyzing 'God's Plan'

14:00 Reflections on Perfection and Mistakes

20:45 Conclusion and Next Steps