The Shanta Atkins Podcast

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Slave Masters, Pastors & The Local Church Pt. 1 Nov 18, 2019

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Have you ever gone to a church and felt like there was an undertone of slavery theology?? If so, this next series is for for you. In this first episode I share my journey in understanding God and people. I share stories about my life that helped me to come to this conclusion that many pastors function as slave masters whether white or black. I share about the structure of the local church and how it resembles and functions like a modern day plantation. Don’t forget to rate the podcast comment and subscribe.

Why Am I Seeing Demons Pt. 2 Oct 20, 2019

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Have you ever seen, felt or sensed something that was alarming, creepy or flat out scary? Have you ever wondered if ghosts are real? Do you see things that you can’t explain? Do you have questions about ghosts, goblins, creepy crawlers, gremlins or imps? If so, this episode is just for you! Shanta really gets deeper about the topic of demons, ghosts, evil spirits, unclean spirits and what to do to get rid of them. She shared her personal experiences and how she learned to deal with demons. 3 questions that will be answered in this podcast are:

1. What am I seeing?
2. Why am I seeing it
3. What am I supposed to do with what I’m seeing?

Enjoy and learn something new.

Mary Mary's Little Sister Oct 13, 2019

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In this episode Shanta really opens up about identity, inward struggles and the reality of being the younger sister. Growing up in a well known family feel like a blessing or a curse at times. She also shares her journey and what success really means.

What is Life? Oct 06, 2019

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A Day Will Come
Poet: Julie Hebert, © 2012
A day will come in every life,
When appreciation is rendered.
And this should be taken seriously,
And given with love and tender.
Anyone who deserves appreciation,
Must have done something great.
So share with them the way you feel,
And always treat them right.
But keep in mind that appreciation,
Should be given again and again.
If you truly appreciate,
You'll remind them how great they've been.
Do something special to thank the ones,
Who've made a difference to you.
But don't forget to thank them again,
For everything they do.

Why Am I seeing Demons?Pt. 1 Sep 01, 2019

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1. THE SPIRIT GOD GAVE US DOES NOT MAKE US TIMID “For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.” —2 Timothy 1:7 Fear has no place in the life of a Christian. By the name of Jesus Christ who lives in us, we’ve been given authority over fear. If we’re starting to feel anxiety or fear creeping into our minds, we can rebuke this in Jesus’ name and find peace in the Spirit of God that gives us His power, love, and self-discipline. 2. BE STRONG AND COURAGEOUS “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.” —Deuteronomy 31:6 While them in this passage refers to the giant inhabitants of the Promised Land prior to God delivering them to the Israelites, the core principles in this verse can be applied to giants (both literal and metaphorical) in our own lives as well. If you are living your life according to the will of God, he promises throughout scripture to never leave you nor forsake you. Ask him what His will is for you and learn to follow it with boldness. Furthermore, spend time in the Word of God daily. Constantly being in the Word and reading stories such as the one in Deuteronomy 31 above will keep God’s truth at the forefront of our minds. That way, when fear strikes, we are ready to combat it with the Word of God. 3. I WILL FEAR NO EVIL “Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. —Psalm 23:4 David, a shepherd, was more than familiar with dark valleys in the physical world. He relied on God for strength to lead his flock to safety, but when he wrote this, he was referring to the Lord as his shepherd. Have you allowed the Lord to be your shepherd? Psalm 23 in its entirety is a great reminder of how God protects His flock. We may not always understand His ways, but we can rest in the assurance that His ways are always good. Reference: https://www.biblica.com/articles/10-bible-verses-to-inspire-godly-courage-when-fear-attacks/

Are You Living? Aug 25, 2019

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Oftentimes people believe living means accomplishments and accolades but they may be devoid of healthy friendships & relationships. In this episode I dig a little deeper into how we define “living” and “winning”. Find out what living is really about and share your feedback.

Heaven on earth or hell on earth? Jul 04, 2019

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How to Live Your Life with Heaven in Mind. 1. Live with an eternal perspective. This idea saturates Scripture. The biblical emphasis on keeping eternity in our view reminds us of the brevity of our existence. The Bible compares life to a vapor that is here today and gone tomorrow. Having this fixed in our mind points us to a reality that goes far beyond the years we may have on this earth. Recognizing this truth, it would be foolish to obsess over such a small portion of our existence. Wisdom would have us remain focused on what happens after this life is over. 2. Live in a contrast between now and not yet. Paul says we “groan while we are in this tent, burdened as we are” (2 Cor. 5:4). We groan because we are in this imperfect, broken, struggling reality, but we look forward to the time when that reality is replaced with something better, something greater. 3. Engage the confident hope that permeates our lives. In 2 Corinthians 5:7, Paul says, “We walk by faith, not by sight.” Paul’s point is that currently we live our lives based on faith, but one day that will no longer be the case. Then we’ll walk by sight because we can actually see the fulfillment of God’s promises to us. But for today, in a life characterized by our stumbling attempts at walking without sight, we rest our hope in our currently unseen Savior. It is hope now because it is faith in what is to come. One day that hope will be realized into full sight, but for today a confident hope should shape you. 4. Embrace a proper understanding of our reality. In 2 Corinthians 5:9, Paul writes, “Whether we are at home or away, we make it our aim to be pleasing to Him.” Herein is the truth that we cannot miss. Paul says we make it our aim to please God, both now when we are in our physical bodies and later when we see rightly and live for eternity. For Paul, the promise of the resurrection leads to a current life shaped around resurrection values. We want to please Jesus in our brief time here so that we might worship Jesus for an eternal time there. The hope of personal presence later leads to the desire of personal actions now. In the end, the focus is not necessarily on heaven, but on life now lived in light of heaven. https://www.lifeway.com/en/articles/how-to-live-your-life-with-heaven-in-mind

Suicide: Why do people think it’s a Solution? Pt. 1 Jun 19, 2019

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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) WISQARS Leading Causes of Death Reports, in 2017: Suicide was the tenth leading cause of death overall in the United States, claiming the lives of over 47,000 people. Suicide was the 2nd leading cause of death among individuals between the ages of 10 and 34, and the fourth leading cause of death among individuals between the ages of 35 and 54. There were more than twice as many suicides (47,173) in the United States as there were homicides (19,510). Suicide Hotline: 1-800-273-8255 Available 24 hours everyday

Monetization of Ministry Jun 02, 2019

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Hebrews 4:12- "For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart."

Jeremiah 17:9- "The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately sick; who can understand it?"

Philippians 1:17- "The former proclaim Christ out of selfish ambition, not sincerely but thinking to afflict me in my imprisonment."

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