Living Overcoming Becoming Podcast

Erica Culclasure explores the difference between being hidden by God and hiding from God, emphasizing the importance of stepping out of the corner and embracing one's purpose. This episode offers biblical insights, personal stories, and practical advice to overcome fear and shame, encouraging listeners to activate their gifts and walk boldly in their calling. -Key Topics- The difference betwee...

Control can look like strength. Like discipline. Like “having it all together.” But if we’re honest…sometimes control is just fear in disguise. In this episode of The Becoming Era, I’m joined by Britni Harris of Essence Wellness Counseling as we unpack the tension between faith, healing, and the need to stay in control. Because somewhere along the way, many of us learned that holding everything to...

Many of us say we're healing, but are we actually doing the work — or just using pain as a shield? Erica Culclasure pulls back the curtain on the subtle ways we hide from true restoration, exposing how brokenness can become a decoration we cling to for justification. If you've been stuck in cycles of trauma, shame, abandonment, or bitterness, this episode will challenge you to ask the hard questio...

Most of us carry invisible baggage that keeps us stuck—fear of abandonment, shame, and trauma shape how we love, trust, and show up in the world. But what if the very wounds that feel like scars are actually the keys to true healing? Erica Culclasure pulls back the curtain on her raw, honest journey through abandonment issues and spiritual breakthrough, revealing how those deep-seated fears often...

Shame has a way of rewriting the story. It convinces you that what happened to you is who you are. It turns mistakes into identity. It keeps you hiding from God instead of running to Him. In this episode of The Becoming Era: A Reintroduction Series , we confront one of the most dangerous voices in the healing process: shame . From the very beginning in the Garden, shame has been twisting the narra...

Some of the things you think are just “how you are”… are actually how you survived. In this first episode of The Becoming Era: A Reintroduction Series , we’re not easing in. We’re exposing. We’ve normalized phrases like: “That’s just how I am.” “I don’t trust people.” “I’m just independent.” “I overthink because I’m detailed.” “I don’t need nobody.” But what if those aren’t personality traits? Wha...

In this episode, Erica Culclasure discusses the importance of accountability in personal growth and spiritual development. She emphasizes the need for a supportive community and the role of accountability in fostering a healthy relationship with God and others. Through biblical references and personal experiences, she explores how accountability can lead to growth, healing, and a deeper understand...

Summary In this episode, Erica Culclasure reflects on her personal journey, embracing her new role as a minister while navigating feelings of imposter syndrome. She discusses the importance of community, celebrating Black excellence, and the process of becoming her true self. Erica emphasizes the significance of self-acceptance, mental health, and the support of her church and friends as she prepa...

In this engaging conversation, Erica Culclasure and Terry McCollum explore the themes of stewardship, personal identity, and the importance of transparency in ministry. They discuss how individuals often struggle with their gifts and callings, emphasizing the need for accountability and the impact of personal journeys on one's faith. The dialogue highlights the clash between generations in fai...

In this engaging conversation, Erica Culclasure and Natasha Renee explore the themes of healing, purpose, and the challenges faced by women in ministry. They discuss the power of podcasting as a tool for sharing God's message and the importance of authenticity in their journeys. The conversation delves into overcoming self-doubt, navigating the need for approval, and embracing one's calling despit...

In this conversation, Erica Culclasure emphasizes the importance of recognizing and incorporating God's presence in everyday life. She challenges listeners to pay attention to the details they might overlook and to actively include God in all aspects of their lives. By doing so, she believes individuals will become more aware of God's influence and presence.

Christian dating in 2025? Whew… it’s a battlefield out here. In this episode, we’re diving deep into what it REALLY looks like to date with discernment, boundaries, and standards while the world (and the DMs) stay testing your spirit. I’m joined by Minister Joy Coston , and together we’re talking through the tension between attraction and anointing, chemistry and calling, loneliness and purpose, a...

Let’s be real — sometimes your spirit wants God, but your flesh still wants what used to feel good. This episode is for the ones who are still in that tug-of-war. I’m opening up about what it looks like to be in the middle — loving God, but still fighting the pull of old habits, comfort zones, and people that no longer serve the version of me He’s calling me to become. This isn’t a “got it all tog...

Welcome to another episode of "Living Overcoming Becoming," where Erica, Sidney, and Naeem open up about the intricate dance between faith and mental health. This week, we delve into the real-life challenges that test our spiritual resolve, from dealing with preconceived notions and societal pressures to the personal battles of anxiety and depression. Our hosts share candid insights on how their f...

Summary In this episode of Living Overcoming Becoming, Erica and her brother TJ discuss their faith journey, the challenges of navigating family dynamics, and the impact of mentorship in their spiritual growth. They explore the weight of anointing, the experience of receiving the Holy Spirit, and the struggles that come with loss and grief. The conversation highlights the importance of finding a s...

In this episode, Erica returns for Season Two of her podcast, 'Living Overcoming Becoming.' She reflects on her journey of faith, personal growth, and the challenges she faced during her break. Erica emphasizes the importance of stepping different on purpose, setting boundaries, and living intentionally in alignment with God. She shares her experiences of realignment, the cost of growth, and the s...

Sometimes growth means becoming unreachable to who you used to be. In this bold, raw, and grace-filled episode, we’re talking about what it really looks like to outgrow old patterns, people, and expectations—and how to hold space for grace without compromising your boundaries. I’m still becoming. Still healing. Still loving. But I’m not her anymore. And I don’t owe old versions of me—or anyone tie...

Whew… this one right here? It’s for the ones who are trying again. The ones who feel like they’ve fallen too many times, drifted too far, or lost too much ground. But what if you’re not starting from scratch? What if you’re actually starting with more wisdom, more depth, and more grace than ever before? In this episode, I’m joined by a special guest— Bishop Benjamin Spencer of Strong Tower Outreac...

You’ve been called. You’ve been chosen. But what happens when you're still healing ? In this powerful and transparent episode, I’m joined by Evangelist Kiyonna Ellis —author, speaker, and host of Strong Talks with Kiyonna —as we dive into the tension of living boldly for God while still becoming who He’s called us to be. We talk: ✨ Leading while healing ✨ Surrendering through spiritual transitio...

When you’re walking with God but life won’t let up—this one’s for you. In this raw and unfiltered episode, we talk about what it means to carry the weight of faith while storms rage around you. I’m not just talking about it—I’m living it. We break down why life feels heaviest when you’re trying to heal, how unforgiveness can resurface in chaos, and why trusting God doesn’t mean storms won’t come…...

Not every part of the old you was a mistake. In this episode, I’m joined by my sister in Christ, Angela Register , as we have a bold and honest conversation about becoming the woman God sees in you—without erasing the parts of you that made you strong. We’re talking about the in-between season : the place where you’re not who you were, but you’re still not quite “her” yet. We unpack the pressure t...

You’re trying to raise whole children while still becoming whole yourself. In this vulnerable and powerful episode, I sit down with Nicole Gilchrease and Aaron Packwood to talk about what it means to parent with intention, faith, and grace—even while you’re still healing from your own trauma, brokenness, or generational patterns. We talk real-life faith, emotional honesty, breaking cycles, and how...

You ever been faithful… but lowkey fading? In this raw solo episode, I’m unpacking what it feels like to be fully committed to God—still praying, still serving, still showing up—but quietly drifting. Spirit tired. Emotionally checked out. Feeling disconnected and not sure how to fix it. This one’s for the ones who love God deeply but feel far. For the ones who keep pressing in—but something still...

Trauma doesn’t disappear just because you go to church. And trusting God doesn’t mean your body, mind, or emotions always feel safe. In this raw and spirit-led episode, I sit down with Overseer Pastor Nakia Spencer to talk about what it looks like to still choose God while carrying wounds you didn’t ask for—and healing you’re still waiting on. 🎙️ In this conversation, we explore: What it means to...

In this raw, unfiltered solo episode, I’m talking about what it really looks like to be a new creation in Christ—even when you don’t feel like it. This one is personal. I’m opening up about the struggle between identity and insecurity, shame and surrender, faith and feelings. Because just saying “yes” to God doesn’t erase the fight—it just changes what you’re fighting from. If you’ve been saved bu...