The Shanta Atkins Podcast

This episode goes in deep about how soul ties can be formed, what a soul is and if you have unhealthy soul ties how to break them. Check it out.

"The best thing to hold onto in life, is each other" - Audrey Hepburn Stay tuned for a treat at the end of the episode!  Happy Valentines Day! :) 

Join us as we continue the conversation about Halloween with Kenneth Mack!  1 Corinthians 10:21 - "You cannot drink the cup of the Lord and the cup of demons. You cannot partake of the table of the Lord and the table of demons."  Ephesians 5:11 - "Take no part in the unfruitful works of darkness, but instead expose them." Ephesians 4:27 - And give no opportunity to the devil."

Does it ever seem odd to you that Christians celebrate Halloween? Join me in this episode with guest speaker Kenneth Mack of Provocatively Pure as he discusses the origins of Halloween, and gives insight on why as a Christian you may think twice about celebrating this national holiday.  1 Corinthians 10:21 - You cannot drink the cup of the Lord and the cup of demons. You cannot partake of the tabl...

In the world that we live in it can be very hard to find something to be thankful for. This episode unpacks thankfulness & gratefulness. Shanta shares the benefits of being intentionally grateful and thankful in your everyday living.

In today's world we constantly hear phrases like "keep your circle small," "you can't trust anyone" and "people are my problem." This episode explores the reason behind those phrases and how to handle "people" in your life.  10 verses on how to deal with PEOPLE Proverbs 10:12.  "Hatred stirs up strife, but love covers all offenses." Proverbs 15:1.  "A soft answer turns away wrath, b...

Versus to remember during a crisis. 1: Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Deuteronomy 31:6 | NIV   2: “No weapon forged against you will prevail, and you will refute every tongue that accuses you. This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord, and this is their vindication fr...

This podcast was a bit difficult for me. If you know a child who is being abused, or you yourself are being abused, GET HELP!  NATIONAL CHILD ABUSE HOTLINE: 1-800-4-A-CHILD (1-800-422-4453). Crisis Counselors are available 24/7 What to report Explain, as well as you can, what happened or is happening to the child.  Describe the nature of the abuse or neglect.  Be as specific as poss...

If you’ve ever wondered about soul ties and what they are this podcast is for you. There are healthy soul ties and unhealthy soul ties find out more in this podcast. In today’s culture there is so much being shared about soul ties and so many assumptions are being made. I think it’s important to understand: 1. What a soul tie is? 2. How soul ties are formed? 3. What type of soul tie it is?  &...

If you’ve ever wondered about soul ties and what they are this podcast is for you. If you felt like there was a person you wanted to break away from but couldn’t take a listen to this podcast and I’ll share how to break that unhealthy soul tie. There are healthy soul ties and unhealthy soul ties find out more in this podcast. Hebrews 4:12 - For the word of God [is] quick, and powerful, and sharper...

Have you ever gone to a church and felt like there was an undertone of slavery theology?? If so, this next series is for for you. In this first episode I share my journey in understanding God and people. I share stories about my life that helped me to come to this conclusion that many pastors function as slave masters whether white or black. I share about the structure of the local church and how...

Have you ever seen, felt or sensed something that was alarming, creepy or flat out scary? Have you ever wondered if ghosts are real? Do you see things that you can’t explain? Do you have questions about ghosts, goblins, creepy crawlers, gremlins or imps? If so, this episode is just for you! Shanta really gets deeper about the topic of demons, ghosts, evil spirits, unclean spirits and what to do to...

In this episode Shanta really opens up about identity, inward struggles and the reality of being the younger sister. Growing up in a well known family feel like a blessing or a curse at times. She also shares her journey and what success really means.

A Day Will Come Poet: Julie Hebert, © 2012 A day will come in every life, When appreciation is rendered. And this should be taken seriously, And given with love and tender. Anyone who deserves appreciation, Must have done something great. So share with them the way you feel, And always treat them right. But keep in mind that appreciation, Should be given again and again. If you truly appreciate, Y...

5 Benefits of Reading the Bible It changes your thinking. One of the biggest factors in your success in any area is your thinking: personal relationships, enjoyment and fulfillment in life, vocation, character development, and more. Spending time reading the Bible regularly provides wisdom, perspective, ideas, principles, and truths that elevate, stretch, clarify, strengthen, and sanctify your thi...

1. THE SPIRIT GOD GAVE US DOES NOT MAKE US TIMID “For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.” —2 Timothy 1:7 Fear has no place in the life of a Christian. By the name of Jesus Christ who lives in us, we’ve been given authority over fear. If we’re starting to feel anxiety or fear creeping into our minds, we can rebuke this in Jesus’ name and fin...

Oftentimes people believe living means accomplishments and accolades but they may be devoid of healthy friendships & relationships. In this episode I dig a little deeper into how we define “living” and “winning”. Find out what living is really about and share your feedback.

How to Live Your Life with Heaven in Mind.  1. Live with an eternal perspective.      This idea saturates Scripture. The biblical emphasis on keeping eternity in our view reminds us of the brevity of our existence. The Bible compares life to a vapor that is here today and gone tomorrow. Having this fixed in our mind points us to a reality that goes far beyond the years we may have on this earth. R...

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) WISQARS Leading Causes of Death Reports, in 2017: Suicide was the tenth leading cause of death overall in the United States, claiming the lives of over 47,000 people. Suicide was the 2nd leading cause of death among individuals between the ages of 10 and 34, and the fourth leading cause of death among individuals between the ages of...

Hebrews 4:12- "For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart." Jeremiah 17:9- " The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately sick; who can understand it?" Philippians 1:17- " The former proclaim Christ out of selfish ambition, no...

Ecclesiastes 4:4 -   And I saw that all toil and all achievement spring from one person’s envy of another. This too is meaningless, a chasing after the wind. James 4:11 - Brothers and sisters, do not slander one another. Anyone who speaks against a brother or sister or judges them speaks against the law and judges it. When you judge the law, you are not keeping it, but sitting in judgment on...

1 Corinthians 6:12  “I have the right to do anything,” you say—but not everything is beneficial. “I have the right to do anything”—but I will not be mastered by anything. Romans 12:1  "I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship.

Proverbs 18:21 Death and life are in the power of the tongue; And they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof. 1 Peter 3:10 For "Whoever desires to love life and see good days, let him keep his tongue from evil and his lips from speaking deceit; Colossians 4:6 Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone. “Watch out for the joy-st...

So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God. 1 Corinthians 10:31

Bible Verses on Temperance  2 Peter 1:5-6 And beside this, giving all diligence, add to your faith virtue; and to virtue knowledge; And to knowledge temperance; and to temperance patience; and to patience godliness;  Titus 2:12 It teaches us to say “No” to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age, Galatians 5:22-24 Bu...