Modern church history hasn't always been the kindest to the idea of mental health - or living with mental health issues. How, when discussing the world of mental illness, counseling, or just needing to take care of one's mental well-being, do we turn this tide? Join Apostle Dr. Lee Ann Marino and guest Pastor Angie Littlefair for an insightful discussion on the importance of mental health - and why there is nothing shameful...
Pneumatology, or theology of the Holy Spirit, is an essential component of our spiritual understanding. It is amazing to note, however, how many churches have no source or basis for modern Pneumatology today. The second part of her series on the essence of the Pentecostal faith: what Pneumatology is, how it operates through those who believe in the Spirit's work today, and why it is so vitally important in the life of Christian...
One of the most commonly asked questions Apostle Dr. Lee Ann B. Marino is asked is, "What do you believe?" For individuals who aren't familiar with the world of Pentecostalism, it can seem like a whole different world of faith from the standard world of hymns, pews, pipe organs, and old English words. In response, here she presents the first of a two-part series on the essence of the Pentecostal faith: what it is, its v...
It's easy to get caught up in the "flashier" signs of faith: big miracles, big moves of God, and dramatic displays that capture our attention and focus. Is it possible such big things can lack the presence of God? If so, where do we find Him? Join Apostle Dr. Lee Ann Marino for a special message, delivered live online for Jesus People Arts and Worship Center (Pastor Tom Cash, Asheville, NC) about recognizing the presenc...
If one looks around, it is easy to assume the New Age Movement has dissipated into nonexistence. Is this true? What if, possibly, the New Age Movement is lurking in new ways that we would often never expect? Join Apostle Dr. Lee Ann Marino for an insightful two-part teaching into the New Age Movement. In this second episode, learn about the ins and outs of the New Age Movement: including foundational beliefs, basic philosophy, key ...
If one looks around, it is easy to assume the New Age Movement has dissipated into nonexistence. Is this true? What if, possibly, the New Age Movement is lurking in new ways that we would often never expect? Join Apostle Dr. Lee Ann Marino for an insightful two-part teaching into the New Age Movement. In this episode, learn about the origins of the movement, why those are foundational and relevant, and some basics about New Age ide...
When most people think of church and ministry, they think of specific traditional concepts that are, in many ways, no longer working for most churches. How do we apply the concepts of a "different kind of ministry?" Recorded live during Apostolic Fellowship International Revival Ministries's 2020 retreat: The Same Yesterday, Today, and Forever: I am Not Alone, join Apostle Dr. Lee Ann Marino and special panelists Pastor...
The truest definition of insanity has been described as "doing the same thing over and over again while expecting different results." When it comes to our spiritual lives, how often are we doing just this - the same thing, thinking it is going to work for where we, as the church, are now? Join Apostle Dr. Lee Ann Marino as she delivers this message live for an online service in October 2020 for Jesus People Arts and Worship...
Movies, made-for-TV movies, television shows, commercials, and even people online push and prompt for messages of good cheer, the hope of romance, and ideals related to the holiday season. Why, then, are the holidays such triggering times for things such as suicide, alcohol, and drug abuse? Join Apostle Dr. Lee Ann Marino for a message about the holidays for the "rest of us" and ultimately, words of connection and hope for ...
There is no shortage of churches, ministries, or places to belong. What moves us to be part of a ministry, especially when we are different? A special episode of Kingdom Now recorded live at Apostolic Fellowship International Revival Ministries's 2020 Leadership Retreat: The Same Yesterday, Today, and Forever: I Am Not Alone (November 6, 2020), join Apostle Dr. Lee Ann Marino and guests Pastor Angie Littlefair (Beer Lahai Roi M...
A popular buzzword circulating the internet the past few years is toxic: toxic relationships, toxic people, toxic ideas, toxic concepts. What happens when one lives with toxic theology - and all the complex toxicity that goes with it? Why are we sometimes clinging to and holding onto the things that often keep us bound most? In what can only be described as a deep, revealing, and yes, exposing conversation, join Apostle Dr. Dr. Lee...
The expressions we find through books are universally loved. Some of those books we love have stories behind them, equally as intriguing as the contents themselves. In this unique podcast, Apostle Dr. Lee Ann Marino discusses the story behind her book, Discovering Intimacy: A Journey Through the Song of Solomon (Righteous Pen Publications, 2015) and how it was a challenge - a realization - and is proving to be an important part in ...
It is not uncommon to hear discussion of "kingdom" in church. We like the idea of talking about government, authority, leadership and establishment...but what does "kingdom citizenship" look like? Drawing on a common Biblical text with a twist, join Apostle Dr. Lee Ann Marino live for a virtual message with Jesus People Arts and Worship Center, Asheville, NC (Pastor Tom Cash, leader) for an examination into Kingdom ...
Riots, protests, accusations of voter fraud, political conflict, issues of rights, closing churches, changing values, and changing tides. Does the news disturb you? Do you believe we are facing the end because of news headlines? Join Apostle Dr. Lee Ann Marino for a look into how we should handle current events, and why we are called to remain stable, regardless of what is going on in today's world. (Intro and conclusion track...
When you think of the label of "secular" music, do you believe there is anything we can learn from the bands who play those songs? In a moment of fandom (well, more like an hour of fandom!) Apostle Dr. Lee Ann Marino and returning guest Julie Harvey for their reflections and insights on all they've learned from their favorite band - AC/DC - as they await the release of their new album, POWER UP. (Intro and conclusion tr...
We're back November 2! Join Apostle Dr. Lee Ann Marino for a short talk about Season 2, including joining our email list, episodes and topics for the new season, and more! (Intro and conclusion track provided by DanoSongs, www.danosongs.com.)
--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kingdompowernow/supportWe've all heard about the Prophet Elijah and his battles with King Ahab, a wicked king in Israel's history. What we often don't know is just what the Prophet Elijah has to offer us today, in the form of spiritual insights and lessons. Join Apostle Dr. Lee Ann Marino live as she preaches at NewBirth Worship Center in Daytona Beach, Florida in 2014 - for a lesson on spiritual changes, shifts, and signs. (Intro and concl...
Rizpah is a little-known Biblical figure who, according to her time, was nothing more than Saul's concubine. What she did, however, for the bodies and memories of children who weren't even hers shows us what it means to be an intercessor - a woman of spiritual power - and legacy. Join Apostle Dr. Lee Ann Marino live as she preaches at Transformation Church International in Burlington, North Carolina in 2016 - for a lesson...
Racism. Sexism. Mental health. LGBTQ. The church today finds itself at a crux of issues that it, overall, sometimes furthers, without solutions. Others may speak against such discriminations, but do so without ways to handle the problems from a faith perspective. Amidst all the political banter, where do we start in a true healing process? Join Apostle Dr. Lee Ann Marino and guests Angie Littlefair and Lex Lewis for a profound disc...
Whenever we think of "church," we often have a specific idea of just what church should be and look like. This is especially true when it comes to our concept of just who should be in church, and the relationship "church" has to its people. But who is church for? Who belongs in church? How is all this relevant to our ideas about church - and what needs to change? Join Apostle Dr. Lee Ann Marino for an in-studio tea...