News With Nicola Podcast

"TD Jakes steps down" — that’s the rumor that has been circulating about the popular senior pastor of The Potter’s House since allegations against Sean “Diddy” Combs emerged. Is it true that T.D. Jakes is stepping down from his position at the Dallas megachurch, or are people merely speculating about the pastor’s connections to Diddy’s ongoing legal battles? In this episode of "News With Nicola," host and religion reporter Nicola A. Menzie looks at those claims to separate fact from fiction. #tdjakes #diddy #christiannews

Read more: https://faithfullymagazine.com/td-jakes-steps-down-over-diddy-link-persist-despite-facts/

In our latest episode of "News with Nicola," we delve into the viral moment that had everyone talking: Pastor Keion Henderson's hush incident at The Lighthouse Church.

This viral moment, which saw the pastor snapping his fingers and telling a woman to hush during a church service, sparked widespread discussion and criticism on social media. But what happened next is a story worth hearing.

Henderson recently publicly apologized to the woman, who we now know is named Natalie, expressing deep remorse for the pain his actions caused. This apology came four months after the incident and just two weeks after our interview with the Houston, Texas, pastor.

During that interview, Henderson had described the situation as something that's "already dead," insisting that all was well internally at the church. So why the sudden public apology?

Abolitionist Frederick Douglass could have only been great because of his wife's intelligence and resources, according to Dr. Jemar Tisby. Tisby writes about Anna Murray Douglass and several other unsung Black women heroes in his book, "The Spirit of Justice: Stories of Faith, Race, and Resistance."

Learn more: https://faithfullymagazine.com/jemar-tisby-the-spirit-of-justice-unsung-black-heroes-fighting-for-a-better-world/

“The Deliverance” is a unique entry in the horror genre, as it centers on the perspectives and experiences of a Black family facing demonic possession. Lee Daniels’ new Netflix movie combines elements of “The Exorcist” and “The Amityville Horror” with a modern cultural twist. Though “The Deliverance” is rated R for strong language, it’s undeniably a Christian movie, with themes of resurrection, faith, and spiritual warfare woven throughout the narrative.

Loosely based on the real-life experiences of the Ammons family in Gary, Indiana, the film tells the story of Ebony Jackson (Andra Day), a single biracial Black mother battling alcoholism while struggling to raise her children, and keep the peace with her White mother, amid a terrifying haunting.

“The Deliverance” stands out in the horror landscape for its focus on Black identity, trauma, and resilience within the context of demonic possession. The film’s exploration of these themes is reminiscent, in some ways, of “The Wailing” and “Hereditary,” delving into the intergenerational workings of a deeply traumatized family preyed upon by demonic forces — but also dramatically differs in its redemptive elements.

Learn more: https://faithfullymagazine.com/the-deliverance-lee-danies-christian-horror-movie/

Robert Morris resigned from Gateway Church amid scrutiny over his attempt to spin decades-old abuse allegations as consenting acts between adults. But years ago, before the charges caught up with him, Morris suggested that the worst thing a fallen leader could do was keep lying to cover up his tracks.

Host Nicola A. Menzie takes an objective look at what the Bible says about abortion and how both pro-life and pro-choice Christians use Scripture to support their views on abortion.

Faith groups are showing up for Kamala Harris.

Is Trump a Christian? Only God knows, according to this megachurch pastor who prays with Trump.

The tragic death of Sonya Massey at the hands of former deputy Sean Grayson has ignited outrage and calls for accountability. But amid the calls for justice, one phrase uttered by Massey moments before her death has captured attention: "I rebuke you in the name of Jesus." In this video, we'll delve into the meaning behind these words and the reasons why Massey likely said them before she was killed.