Churchboy Confessions with Emmanuel Iheke

"Sounds like you're in your own head." That's what my homie Charles told me, and I can't stop thinking about it. In this episode we talk about the enemy within.   Read: Matthew 14:26-31; Ephesians 6:12-16; Romans 8:32 Watch video episode here: https://youtu.be/6LhRytT8S8I Turn in your testimony video clips for DTDOYY to community@un-associated.com  

Today we answer a question submitted to Ask Churchboy: Hey "...How do you think us, children of God, should approach differences in opinion within our own church? Different generations have different lenses when it comes to how proactive we should be within our community battles and political conversations, especially when comes to about speaking on racial and gender injustice. Should we speak up...

Caring too much about what people think is an underrated issue. In fact, I think this issue is one of the most relevant for our generation. Fact of the matter is: this issue has the power to keep people from living out their lives as an offering to God. In this episode I'll explain how.   Read: Jeremiah 1:4-10; Matthew 5:16; Matthew 5:13 Watch video episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/reS5HmBFoeA

PULL OUT THAT BIBLE. Tbh I didn't expect for this one to be this heavy but whatever. There's been too much confusion in our generation, so I believe its time to slow it down and cover one of the fundamental doctrines of our faith: The Divinity of Jesus. I pray this message ultimately encourages you see the importance of studying the Word, asking questions (to the right people), and taking your wal...

Should I trust God for a miracle or should I make things happen on my own? Do we work hard because we don't trust God? Are we mediocre because we expect God to give us a miracle? Hope episode gives some clarity.   Read: 1 Samuel 17:48-49; Duet 8:4; Duet 8: 11-20; Matthew 14:31 Watch full video episode here: https://youtu.be/g1lX7c8g9y8

Many young Christians of our generation are so scared to be problematic. We're scared to be cancelled and we are scared to be seen as a bad person. Our addiction to praise has finally exposed itself, as we are so much more concerned with being an amazing person in the eyes of the world than we are serving and representing Christ. Today I'll unpack all this and I hope that you DON'T feel attacked b...

Many of us need this one. We've been lazy, slow, and unmotivated. I hope this message can quicken your spirit and help you make the connection between your hard work in any area and honoring the Father. You can't do anything for God's glory if you're not doing.   Read: 1 Corinthians 10:31; Genesis 2:15; 2 Samuel 24:21-25   More verses on laziness: https://www.openbible.info/topics/laziness Watch f...

Life hasn't been going as expected. You've been obedient, but are still discontent with where you are in life. You are waiting for God to bless you...and nothing is happening? Are you doing something wrong; is God mad at you? Or maybe it just isn't His time. What will you do now? Will you fall in shambles or persist towards victory?   Read: Ecclesiastes 3:11; Psalm 27:13; Hebrews 11:6   Watch full...

Cheers to 100! This episode, I wanted to take the time to be transparent. Getting to episode 100 took more than I had in the tank, but I'm thankful to God that every time I was ready to walk away from this platform, He directed me back on track. Moral of the story is this: be able to carry on even when God doesn't give you the full picture. Don't stop until He says "stop."   To this community, tha...

Following God's way can sometimes look like you are missing "opportunities." But please remember, God does not miss anything, nor does He cause us to miss anything that was indeed meant for us. When living a life led by His Spirit, we never need to carry regret.   Read: Psalms 18:30-35; 1 Samuel 26:10-11; Jeremiah 1: 9-10 Watch video episode on YouTube, and don't forget to like and subscribe!: htt...

Is it real peace if you have to wait for the storm to finish in order to feel it? Do you actually experience God's peace or are you just comforted by having everything in your life under your control? Today, I discuss what God's peace looks like amidst a life of many afflictions.   Read: Psalm 34:19; Mark 4:35-40; Jeremiah 17: 5-8; Isaiah 42:2 Watch video episode - like and subscribe!: https://you...

This week, it's part 2 to the 2-part series on Progressive and Conservative Christianity. In this episode, I cover Progressive Christianity, and the 3 reasons I believe this heresy (yes, heresy) is popular amongst our generation. This episode is incomplete without the previous episode, so if you're planning on listening, make sure you check out Part 1 first (ep.96). Definitely open to any question...

This week, I start a 2-part series on Progressive and Conservative Christianity. I will be highlighting the ways in how people who identify themselves with either or, might miss the mark. This week, I cover Conservative Christianity, and next week I will cover Progressive Christianity. These episodes won't dissect every facet of each stance, but cover the overview. This episode is incomplete witho...

When we ask God for something, we must believe He is our provider. And when we ask, we shall receive. However, in the times we do not receive, is it because God is incapable of giving? Or could it be that we haven't received because we have asked amiss?   Read: Matthew 6, Matthew 7:7-11, 1 John 1:5, James 4:2-3 Watch full video episode and subscribe to our YouTube channel here!: https://youtu.be/D...

If you're anything like me, after you make a mistake your mind is full of self-deprecating thoughts and you find it hard to get back up because of the shame. Many of us have formed a habit of condemning ourselves for our mistakes, even though God does not. What do we have to realize for us to finally be more forgiving of ourselves and get back up stronger than ever?   Read: Psalm 37:23-24; Colossi...

Is God putting a gun to our heads? Is He forcing us to worship Him/have a relationship with Him, and punishing all those who don't choose Him by sending them off to hell? Are those of us who are Christians unknowingly serving an authoritarian dictator who's a narcissist? Of course not.   Read: James 1:17; John 3:18; Romans 5:12-19 Watch full video episode and subscribe to the UN-ASSOCIATED YouTube...

For many of us, we have been experiencing a period of time in life with a lack of excitement, newness, and passion. Sometimes this can be a result of us doing something wrong, however, these can also be times God Himself calls us to exist in. It's easy to lose sight of the purpose of it all while living a mundane life, but like every part of a Christian's life - it has purpose, and we must endure...

Today, we host Editor-in-Chief of UN-ASSOCIATED, Danielle Clayton, to talk about her journey of coming to realize that her faith was nothing to keep quiet about. Many of us get so distracted or scared, that we choose to not share our faith with others and keep Jesus private. However, our faith in God should permeate from every facet of our lives as a testimony to who He is.   Read: 1 Corinthians 2...

When God calls us to a journey from mountain peak to mountain peak, we often are tempted with pride - exalting ourselves instead of giving the glory to God. Every good thing we have, has been given to us by God. However ,many of us rather boast about our accomplishments without ever mentioning God because we are more concerned with our self-image than anything else...   Read: Acts 14:8-18; 1 Corin...

Christians have inherited a terrible rep in this generation. We are seen as hateful, judgmental, hypocritical, and more. Are we getting called all these names for Christ's sake, or could it be that we actually all have these faults that need to be acknowledged and corrected. Additionally, how should a Christian navigate a generation where disagreeing has become synonymous with hatred?   Read: 1 Pe...

In life, God can call us to journey through the mountain peaks or the valleys, and each environment needs a different strategy for endurance. In the valley especially, self-pity is a very present and UNDERRATED enemy. Getting trapped in this pit will only slow you down and distance you from God. It's time we give this enemy the attention it needs to be defeated.   Read: Numbers 13:31 - 14:5; 2 Cor...

On part 2 of "Overcoming Sexual Sins", I talk about a common tactic the devil would use to tempt me into sexual sin: making it seem like he was my friend. Yeah, I know that sounds silly - who would ever believe satan is anyone's friend. However, in hard times, the enemy can sometimes approach you as an angel of light, as your friend, your solace, your provider of pleasure. And if we aren't careful...

#askchurchboy:...I'm wondering if you could dig deeper into what the Bible says about manifestation and whether or not Christians should be practicing it. This week, we FINALLY take on the concept of Manifestation. What exactly is this new age principle, and is it something that goes in line with God's word? Let's settle it. Read: Matthew 16:24-26; 2 Timothy 4:3; 1 John 5:14-15   Watch video episo...

#askchurchboy: I have doubts on my salvation...how do I know if I am truly saved? Today I answer what it means, and looks like to truly be saved. As elementary as this topic may be for some, it is the most important message that I could ever preach on - as being sure of salvation is the most important thing in all of our lives!  I honestly don't preach about this enough. But the key takeaway from...

Just because God has called you to something doesn't mean you won't face opposition. In fact, 9/10 you should expect opposition, as satan works hard everyday to get you to doubt God by sending you messages and circumstances that contrast everything God has told you. In these times it's important for us to stick to God's word, know who we are, hold the line.   Read: Matthew 14:22-24; Matthew 27:27-...