Teens Draw Near to God

Teens Draw Near to God

Teens Draw Near to God utilizes creative arts and life lessons to Deepen Your Relationship with God. Have you ever been inspired by a poem, a song, a painting that brought you to tears, your knees, or even back to the arms of God? Well, I have, and I love to use art as motivation to do good and to love God more If you long to deepen your relationship with others, yourself, and God, then listen to this podcast weekly to get a double dose of poetry inspiration plus the Word of God. Subscribe to this show to receive a new show every week. Visit http://www.shirahchante.com/podcast for more inspiration.

Episodes

July 19, 2025 15 mins

Finding Love in God's Boundaries: Escaping Heartbreak

In this episode of the Teens Draw Near to God podcast, host Shirah Chante introduces the poem Boundaries from her book Jaundiced View. She discusses the importance of knowing true love through God, contrasting it with worldly imitations such as lust, ambition, convenience, and symbiosis. Shirah Chante emphasizes the significance of following God's teachings to protect o...

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You Are Wonderfully Made: Embracing God's Design

In this episode of Teens Draw Near to God, hosted by Shirah Chante, listeners are encouraged to embrace their God-given uniqueness through the original poem Models. Shirah Chante shares her own experiences from her brief stint in fashion modeling and the judgments faced in the industry. She juxtaposes these harsh critiques with the biblical affirmation from Psalm 139:14, remindin...

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July 5, 2025 19 mins

Draw Near to God: Becoming a Model for Christ

In this episode of the Teens Draw Near to God Poetry podcast, host Shirah Chante encourages teenagers, their parents, and youth leaders to help teens reach their God-given potential. Discussing the importance of developing a belief system based on God’s Word, she focuses on James 4:8 and the concept of being double-minded. Shirah Chante also reads her poem Models from her book Jaundiced ...

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June 28, 2025 15 mins

Levelling the Playing Field: Success Beyond Strength and Intellect

This episode explores the idea that success does not solely belong to the physically strong or the highly intellectual. It challenges common perceptions by asserting that wealth and achievement can be attained through various means, regardless of one's strength or intelligence. The discussion references biblical wisdom to illustrate that there are diverse paths ...

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June 21, 2025 25 mins

Teens Draw Near to God: Below the Belt

In this episode of Teens Draw Near to God, Shirah Chante, Relationship Artist, shares her journey on educating teenagers about the Bible and the importance of following God's teachings amidst a world filled with temptations and wrongdoing. The show features Shirah Chante's poem Below, which discusses various moral transgressions and the consequences of such actions as per Christian te...

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June 14, 2025 19 mins

Vision and True Love: Navigating Life’s Transitions with Faith

In this episode of Teens Draw Near to God, host Shirah Chante dives into the importance of vision and true love in our lives. Shirah Chante shares her poem Vision from her book Jaundiced View and dissects its lines to inspire listeners to stay true to their divine purpose. This episode emphasizes the necessity of having a God-given vision to navigate life’s challenges, c...

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June 7, 2025 23 mins

Below The Iron Gate: A Journey to Spiritual Freedom

In this episode of the Teen Draw Near to God Poetry Podcast, host Shirah Chante, Relationship Artist, reads an original poem titled Below: The Iron Gate. She discusses the spiritual implications of the poem, drawing from biblical texts, notably the story of Peter's miraculous release from prison as narrated in Acts 12:10. Shirah Chante examines themes such as overcoming obstac...

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May 31, 2025 17 mins

Discovering Love and Spiritual Connection in Poetry

In this episode of Teens Draw Near to God Poetry Podcast, hosted by Shirah Chante, listeners are welcomed to explore the themes of love and faith through an original poem titled Feel Love. Shirah Chante discusses the importance of genuine, heartfelt connections and self-control in relationships while sharing insights from her poetry song CD, Love Chimes. She emphasizes spiritual te...

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May 24, 2025 34 mins

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, exp...

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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 an...

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May 10, 2025 29 mins

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 f...

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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, kind...

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April 26, 2025 33 mins

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 ...

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April 19, 2025 31 mins

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 ...

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April 12, 2025 29 mins

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 pr...

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April 5, 2025 22 mins

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&ap...

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March 29, 2025 30 mins

Drawing Closer to God: Addressing Trauma and Abortion Through Poetry

In this episode of 'Teens Draw Near to God,' host Shirah Chante welcomes teenagers, parents, youth ministers, and counselors who work with teenagers. She shares her personal journey of seeking God and studying at a divinity school, emphasizing the spiritual rewards of drawing near to God. Shirah reads and analyzes her poem 'Mystery,' w...

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March 22, 2025 23 mins

Finding Belonging Without Compromise: Reflections on 'Sarah is a Sister'

In this episode of the 'Teens Draw Near to God Poetry' podcast, host Shirah Chante introduces a poignant original poem titled 'Sarah is a Sister.' She delves into themes of family, belonging, and the struggles teenagers face in their quest for identity. Through personal anecdotes and spiritual reflections, Shirah Chante discusses t...

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March 15, 2025 19 mins

Conquering Shame: A Poetic Journey of Healing and Forgiveness

In this episode of the 'Teens Draw Near to God Poetry Podcast,' host Shirah Chante addresses heavy themes of abuse, shame, and healing through poetry. She presents her latest poem, 'No Shame,' written on Valentine's Day 2025, and discusses how society often wrongly places shame on victims rather than perpetrators. Shirah uses her persona...

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The Power of Unconditional Love: Exploring Silver, Sapphire, or Gold Poem

In this episode of the Teens Draw Near to God poetry podcast, host Shirah Chante, Relationship Artist, delves into the final part of the poem Silver, Sapphire, or Gold. This installment, focusing on the power of unconditional love, invites teenagers, their parents, and anyone involved in youth mentorship to reflect on divine love and its importance. Shirah rea...

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