Saved-ish Podcast

Language is such a powerful tool. We use it to express our love, our hopes and dreams, and our fears. Now, maybe more than ever, is a time to use that language to connect with those we love most. But sometimes, some words are harder to say than others, such as the "D-Word", "Death". In a time like this, the "D-Word" may seem all too real. Or, it may seem far and distant, shrouded in the constant w...

A salient feature of adulthood is maturation. Throughout life, ideas we swore by, are rendered irrelevant. Certain habitual behaviors become more burdensome. And longheld traditions, meaningless. U nlearning is "dirty work" God has called us to pursue, whether it's undergoing a weight loss transformation or changing your attitude about certain groups. Kiana and Keith are joined by Christina Ruiz,...

Right now, a lot of us are spending a lot more time at home than we are used to. During this time we may find ourselves thinking about better days or scrolling for longer hours online. Often times the internet can be a breeding ground for comparison with friends or even strangers, both online and offline. What do we do when we find ourselves falling into a cycle of comparison, and where does this...

COVID-19 has many adjusting to new ways of working, hustling, and coping with uncertainty. Praying is good but it is not enough. How can we STILL dominate during and beyond the quarantine period? What is the necessary mindset to develop so we are balanced, focused, and effective? "GG", creator and founder of Arrivista Planner, provides a passionate reminder of what we're made of and how to soldier...

Many of us were raised to pursue careers that pay the bills. We follow the prescription: obtain an education then secure the bag so you can pay your bills and raise a family. But what happens when your bills are paid but you feel wholly unfulfilled? What happens when you set on an uncharted journey decorated with uncertainty, stress, and delayed (or non-existent) financial gain? Is it possible to...

Lets face it: Life can be rough, especially as we lose the parental training wheels and gain new responsibilities. Staying focused amidst the repetition, walking into the unknown, and dealing with the unexpected are all daily challenges. Yet, we still have to keep moving. So, how do we find encouragement in Scripture while also juggling lifes tests? Join hosts, Keith and Kiana ("Kickin' it with Ki...

Sex is GOOD! What's not so good is the herculean effort to resist the pressure to "give it up". Are Biblical expectations about sex realistic and still relevant today? Is pre-marital sex acceptable if you're in love? And if sex and masturbation aren't options, how do you cope? Joined by educator and youth counselor, Tevera Stith, Keith and Kiana explore these questions and the mixed messages that...

Homosexuality is one of the most contentious and divisive topics in the Christian church. Lost in the debate are the real stories and experiences of LGBTQI+ community and their passion for Christ. In this season finale, the co-hosts speak with Derrick Petit, President of Gay Professional Men of Color and Tanea Taylor, a Howard student and Saved-ish Engineer, about their journey through faith and h...

A new generation of men are redefining traditional beliefs about gender roles, leadership, sexuality, and romance. And for men of faith, these new expectations often call for an unlearning of behaviors and thoughts that have caused more harm than good. This conversation between the guys: Pastor Dexter Nutall, Ottis Ferguson, Leon Horton and Keith Chaney explores all of this and some of the practic...

There's a lot that comes with being a "Christian woman". From expectations about sexual behaviors, dealing with old baggage, to figuring out your passion. Listen as four dynamic women discuss going about love as a Christian woman and finding joy in their divine presence no matter if they are single or married. Cohosts Kiane Cole and Ellyce Ferguson are joined by First Lady of New Bethel Baptist Ch...

Spiritually and emotionally, toxic relationships are difficult to figure out. Is divorce always the answer? How much should you tolerate? And what's the role of the church? Pastor Dexter Nutall and Bunmi Akinnusotu discuss this and much more. Post Scripts (P.S.) with Pastor Nutall is a deeper conversation, from a Biblical perspective, about topics discussed on Saved-ish Podcast. Follow savedishpod...

In the recent years the word toxic has been used to fuel everything from politics to pop culture. But what about our personal lives? There are a lot of factors to consider when exploring the topic, from determining when a relationship is no longer healthy, to what to do, and even when, to leave a toxic situation. These questions can be even more confusing when the toxic relationship is in the cont...

Cuffing Season is here and with it can come a mix of exciting and conflicting emotions. Pastor Dexter Nutall and Saved-ish Engineer, Bunmi Akinnusotu, discuss our relationship with relationships and explore how Christians can find a balance between personal desires and seeking God through His plans and Divine Assignment for His people. Post Scripts (P.S.) with Pastor Nutall is a deeper conversatio...

Cuffin's season has begun! Hosts Keith, Kiana, and Ellyce, discuss the challenges of modern-day dating from boundary setting, who makes the first move, to intercultural relationships. Joined by story-telling extraordinaire and host of Time Well Spent podcast Ronald Young. Jr, the crew explore the "ishes" of romantic life and all things related to being a Christian and finding love in modern times....

Throughout the world and history, religion has and continues to be used to justify imperialization, colonization, slavery and injustice. In the season one finale, Keith, Shari and Pastor Nutall discuss the history of western Christianity, Biblical misinterpretations, the origins and necessity of the black church, and how the Achilles heel of American race relations led to the belief that Christian...

"Just pray about it" is a common phrase in the church but can often be a reason to avoid facing the very real challenges we face in life. Pastor Nutall and Deanie discuss the role the church can play in addressing mental health and mental illness and why Christians should embrace the benefits that science can bring to mental, emotional and even spiritual stability. Post Scripts (P.S.) with Pastor...

You've got issues. Real issues. Yet, everyone says "just pray about it". While prayer is important and it does work, there are experiences that could use some additional tools such as therapy. How can we as Christians get more comfortable with getting help outside of the Church? Keith speaks with licensed marriage and family therapist, April Preston of Kovu Healing and Faith Harrison, a DC residen...

Christians have fun, too! Pastor Dexter Nutall and Saved-ish Engineer, Bunmi Akinnusotu, discuss turn up culture as a saved Christian, explore Biblical teachings about enjoying life, and the unlikely ways people can learn more about God. Post Scripts (P.S.) with Pastor Nutall is a deeper conversation, from a Biblical perspective, about topics discussed on Saved-ish Podcast. Follow savedishpod on T...

It's summertime aka "turn up" season. However, having fun as a Christian can be tough. There's a fear you'll be judged for having a drink, pressured to do things you shouldn't, or led to a place you don't want to be. So how can Christians turn up and still maintain a life committed to God's word? Seems impossible but our hosts think not. And do Christians do themselves a disservice by dismissing s...

Pastor Dexter Nutall and Saved-ish Engineer, Bunmi Akinnusotu expand the conversation related to belief in God. How should Christians respond when bad things happen to good people, when prayers are unanswered, and when things happen outside of our control? Why believe in God, at all? Pas explains the importance of faith and the understandably difficult challenge of trusting that which we can not s...

You're not exempt from messy situations, tense relationships, and complicated circumstances just because you're Christian. It's easy to get lost in the downward spiral of doubt because of discouraging news stories or annoying co-workers. So, what do you do? How do "saved" folks balance negative circumstances and their belief in God? Shelby, Keith, and Shari share their doubts, Christian beliefs th...

Pastor Dexter Nutall of New Bethel Baptist Church DC and Saved-ish Podcast Producer, Deanie, delve into the concept of "church folk" from episode two: Who are church folk and how do we hold them accountable? Pastor Nutall also offers the solution of "loving the hell of out of people" as an alternative to leaving the church, when church folk are out of line. Post Scripts (P.S.) with Pastor Nutall i...

Whether it's the warm embrace of your church family or negotiating pizza portion sizes with the meal ministry, church folk are known to have their special ways. And while tradition often pushes people away, church folks are still the foundation for and evidence of Gods love. Shari, Keith, and Shelby share their stories of the good, bad and the ugly of dealing with church folk and what they hope wi...

In the series premiere of Saved-ish, hosts Keith, Shari, Shelby along with special guest Pastor Dexter Nutall provide an overview of the purpose and vision for the podcast. Three dynamic Hosts also discuss how they arrived at where they are in their individual walks with Christ, and some of the obstacles they've faced on the way. Finally, they get to their "ishes", the many personal struggles/area...