Kingdom Now

Male/female. Good/bad. Black/white. Either/or. Our world - and often are faith - are divided into strict binaries, things that make it easy to form arguments, create narratives, and adhere to strict polarities of thought. What does the Bible have to say about binaries - and just how helpful are they? Join Apostle Dr. Lee Ann B. Marino and guests Prophet-in-Training Nik (Lex) Lewis and Teacher-in-Training Charlie Reep for a conversation on binaries, especially as relate to gender - and why it's time to be "down with the binary!" (Intro and conclusion track provided by DanoSongs, www.danosongs.com.) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kingdompowernow/support

The Kingdom of God is within you...that means the Kingdom is now.

"Revival" is a buzzword in many Christian circles, starting with the so-called church "revivals" of the 1990s. Massive numbers of Christians prayed for a "great move of God," as they called it. What were they believing to happen - and why didn't it come to fruition? Join Apostle Dr. Lee Ann Marino for a conversation about revival: what it is, why we don't seem to see what we are looking for, and what should we seek for God to do in this day and age as we navigate modern times. Hint: it's timeless! (Intro and conclusion track provided by DanoSongs, www.danosongs.com.) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kingdompowernow/support

The Kingdom of God is within you...that means the Kingdom is now.

Worship leaders are often seen as front runners for spiritual experience and atmosphere in many churches, as they serve as singers, musicians, and songwriters. What is being a worship leader like? What do worship leaders experience? What challenges do worship leaders face? Join Apostle Dr. Lee Ann Marino and guest Prophet-in-Training and Worship Leader Lex Lewis for an intimate and thoughtful conversation about leading worship: the good, the challenging, and how it serves as both a blessing and burden for those who are called into this special function. (Intro and conclusion track provided by DanoSongs, www.danosongs.com.) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kingdompowernow/support

The Kingdom of God is within you...that means the Kingdom is now.

When we desire to serve God in ministry, what do we picture ourselves doing? Preaching before a crowd, perhaps? Having a television show or live stream? Dazzling people with brilliant ideas? Taking the world by storm? So what happens when God sends you situations you see as beneath your station - "busy work," so to speak, that we don't want to do? Join Apostle Dr. Lee Ann Marino for a special message delivered for Jesus People Arts and Worship Center of Asheville, North Carolina online (Pastor Tom Cash, leader) about those moments when divine service turns into setting boundary stones and making sure everyone is circumcised in the early chapters of the book of Joshua. (Intro and conclusion track provided by DanoSongs, www.danosongs.com.) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kingdompowernow/support

The Kingdom of God is within you...that means the Kingdom is now.

Buzz about autism is found everywhere today, from talk shows and documentaries to movies and books. How much information presented discusses autism from a first-person narrative? In this episode, join Apostle Dr. Lee Ann Marino and guest Tim McAndrew, an individual with an autism spectrum disorder as they discuss what autism is and what it's really like to have autism in today's world. (Intro and conclusion track provided by DanoSongs, www.danosongs.com.) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kingdompowernow/support

The Kingdom of God is within you...that means the Kingdom is now.

Some churches have history; others have stories. The fully inclusive, belonging, and sharing experience of Sanctuary International Fellowship Tabernacle - SIFT has its origins in a story. In a message delivered at Sanctuary on October 3, 2021 in Charlotte, North Carolina, Apostle Dr. Lee Ann Marino tells the story of Sanctuary: how it came about as a divine revelation of something to come started a spiral of change in her own life, inspiring a deep need that couldn't be found in church as existed at that time. As Apostle speaks, she reveals her thoughts, her heart, and teaches an important lesson from Isaiah chapter 8 - about the need to shelter, or stumble - and how her experience with both has not just led her to create Sanctuary, but experience it, as well. (Intro and conclusion track provided by DanoSongs, www.danosongs.com.) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kingdompowernow/support

The Kingdom of God is within you...that means the Kingdom is now.

Ever step back and wonder about the image you have of God? Many churches portray God as the ultimate sadist: one who derives pleasure from the damage of others. Do we maintain this impression due to accuracy, or to try and achieve some sense of dominance ourselves? What posture should the church take, and what message do we need to learn? In this season premiere episode, join Apostle Dr. Lee Ann Marino and members of Sanctuary International Fellowship Tabernacle - SIFT Pastor Angie Littlefair, Teacher-in-Training Charlie Reep, Janie Dixon, Grace France, Jenni Scruggs, and Kevin Dul for a discussion about B(ondage)D(iscipline)S(adism/submission)M(masochism) and all the ways we grew up as masochists in church - and why changing our perspectives on God matter. Warning: Content may not be suitable for all audiences. (Intro and conclusion track provided by DanoSongs, www.danosongs.com.) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kingdompowernow/support

The Kingdom of God is within you...that means the Kingdom is now.

We're back November 1! Join Apostle Dr. Lee Ann Marino for a short talk about Season 3, including a big ministry change, joining our email list, episodes and topics for the new season, and more! (Intro and conclusion track provided by DanoSongs, www.danosongs.com.) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kingdompowernow/support

The Kingdom of God is within you...that means the Kingdom is now.

What do we do when things are difficult, have no good answer, or don't seem to go as planned? Answering these questions doesn't come easily for anyone, even the most seasoned believer. Looking out, however, over situations that require strength and courage is something every one of us will face. In this Season 2 finale, take a look back at Apostle Lee Ann Marino's first ever audio recording - and embrace why and how we step back, embrace divine strength, and take courage in every situation we face. (Intro and conclusion track provided by DanoSongs, www.danosongs.com.) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kingdompowernow/support

The Kingdom of God is within you...that means the Kingdom is now.

A story of two brothers: One feels overlooked, and one screwed up. For two thousand years, we've only talked about the one who screwed up... point made. We love the story of the Prodigal Son: it fills us with warm fuzzies, without dealing with the fact that every one of us has been both brothers. Here, we take a look at the story through the eyes of the brother who was overlooked, left behind, and resentful...and how his father affirmed him. Recorded live at Sanctuary International Fellowship Tabernacle - SIFT (Charlotte, North Carolina), join Apostle Lee Ann Marino for a flip side of the story of the Prodigal Son, and why the older brother's story matters just as much as the prodigal. (Intro and conclusion track provided by DanoSongs, www.danosongs.com.) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kingdompowernow/support

The Kingdom of God is within you...that means the Kingdom is now.