Best Harvard Divinity School Podcasts (2024)

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Understanding VC Funding and Business Survival with Godman Akinlabi | Find Your Voice 33:59

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Eight in ten businesses fail before their 5th year. How can you change the story for your business and ensure sustainable growth? Watch this interesting Find Your Voice podcast with Daniel Adeoye, Debo Omotunde, and Wale Onadeko to find out. Godman Akinlabi is the Global Lead Pastor of The Elevation Church, Nigeria. He is also a thought leader, lea…

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How to Stay Relevant with AI | Godman Akinlabi, Yemi Faseun, Kunbi Adeoti, & Miss Techy | Podcast 30:36

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AI and automation are revolutionizing the world of work and business. How can you ride to wave to remain relevant? Find out in this interesting Find Your Voice chat with tech and human resources leaders. Godman Akinlabi is the Global Lead Pastor of The Elevation Church, Nigeria. He is also a thought leader, leadership and relationship expert and li…

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How to Access Divine Favour | Pastor Godman Akinlabi | Recharge Conference 2024 59:00

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Godman Akinlabi is the Global Lead Pastor of The Elevation Church, Nigeria. He is also a thought leader, leadership and relationship expert and life coach. He will be delivering a transformational and inspirational message. You can also listen here: https://GodmanAkinlabi.podbean.com Thank you for your generosity! To give, visit https://elevationng…

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Legacy Of Faith: The Comeback | Godman Akinlabi | Sunday, 28th April 2024 | The Elevation Church 1:13:05

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Godman Akinlabi is the Lead Pastor of The Elevation Church, Lagos, a non-denominational church founded in 2010 with a God-given mandate to ‘make greatness common’. A pastor with over 20 years of experience, he is a seasoned and highly sought-after speaker, relationship coach, leadership expert, trainer and consultant who has taught and inspired peo…

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Finishing Strong in the Faith | Godman Akinlabi | Sunday, 5th May 2024 | The Elevation Church 56:59

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Godman Akinlabi is the Lead Pastor of The Elevation Church, Lagos, a non-denominational church founded in 2010 with a God-given mandate to ‘make greatness common’. A pastor with over 20 years of experience, he is a seasoned and highly sought-after speaker, relationship coach, leadership expert, trainer and consultant who has taught and inspired peo…

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How to Access Divine Healing | Godman Akinlabi | Sermon | The Elevation Church 1:08:05

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Godman Akinlabi is the Lead Pastor of The Elevation Church, Lagos, a non-denominational church founded in 2010 with a God-given mandate to ‘make greatness common’. A pastor with over 20 years of experience, he is a seasoned and highly sought-after speaker, relationship coach, leadership expert, trainer and consultant who has taught and inspired peo…

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Welcome to Revelation and the Timeline of Destruction 1:41:40

2M ago1:41:40

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One of the many fun things about making this podcast is going from "this is cool!" (ironically) to "yo, this is pretty sick actually" (sincere), so it should be no surprise that breaking down the context around the creation of Revelation and the timeline of the Tribulation judgments was really fun to dig into. The start of this episode is a look in…

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How to Live in the Prophetic with Pastor Wale Akinsiku | Podcast 14:34

2M ago14:34

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Godman Akinlabi is the Global Lead Pastor of The Elevation Church, Nigeria. He is also a thought leader, leadership and relationship expert and life coach. He will be delivering a transformational and inspirational message. You can also listen here: https://GodmanAkinlabi.podbean.com Thank you for your generosity! To give, visit https://elevationng…

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On Being a Hindu Monastic: Personal Journeys 1:39:30

2M ago1:39:30

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This year, HDS is hosting two Hindu Swamis, Swami Chidekananda of the Ramakrishna Order, and Swami Sachidananda of the Arsha Vidya Gurukul. Both Swamis quickly became cherished members of our community, in the classroom, in community activities, and at religious services.During this event, participants heard the two swamis talk personally about the…

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Black Religion and Mental Health Symposium Closing Keynote: Dr. Charmain Jackman 1:04:30

2M ago1:04:30

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Dr. Charmain Jackman (she/her), founder and CEO of InnoPsych, delivered the closing keynote at the Black Religion and Mental Health Symposium.Professor Ahmad Greene-Hayes (Harvard Divinity School) and Professor George Aumoithe (FAS, History and African and African American Studies) proposed this two-day interdisciplinary symposium, integrating mind…

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An Evening with Twinkie Clark 1:18:21

2M ago1:18:21

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Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award recipient and legendary gospel artist Twinkie Clark talked about her musical journey and performed music from her catalog of over 350 songs. Scholars Charrise Barron, Assistant Professor of Music at Harvard University, and Damien Sneed, Associate Professor in the Department of Music at Howard University, facilitate…

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2024 Billings Preaching Prize Competition 56:25

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Each spring, the Office of Ministry Studies organizes the Billings Preaching Prize Finals, an annual preaching competition open to all HDS students who have not previously won. Congratulations to MDiv candidate Auds Jenkins, the 2024 Billings Preaching Prize Competition winner, and to finalists Nicole Marie and Eve Woldemikael for their incredible …

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Battle of Siffin: The Intrigues Against Imam Ali's Statebuilding Project 2:03:53

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Full title: Battle of Siffin: The Intrigues Against Imam Ali's Statebuilding Project & Its Legacy in the Modern Middle EastThis talk explores the politics and legacy of the Battle of Siffin — a foundational moment in the early political memory and history of Islam that pitted Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib against a rebellion in Syria led by Mu'awiya ibn A…

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Peter J Gomes STB ’68 Distinguished Alumni Honors: Journeys of the Soul 48:20

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Sahar Shahid, MDiv ’17, and the members of the HDS Alumni/Alumnae Council are pleased to invite fellow graduates and the School community to celebrate Peter J Gomes STB ’68 Distinguished Alumni Honors and our theme of Journeys of the Soul. This year, we seek to honor those who, across various systems of belief, delve into the soul's journey in this…

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Compassion in Action: Addressing Discrimination Through the Lens of Buddhist Teachings 1:20:42

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Listen to Tibetan Buddhist master H.E. Ling Rinpoche's teachings on embodying the power of compassion and wisdom to uproot discrimination and bigotry. HDS was so honored to extend this rare opportunity to the community to experience the teachings of Buddhism from a representative of His Holiness, the Dalai Lama. BioHis Eminence the 7th Kyabjé Yongz…

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Stendahl Symposium 2024: New Horizons, New Resistance 3:05:57

3M ago3:05:57

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A yearly tradition at HDS, the Stendahl Symposium honors the memory of former professor Krister Stendahl, who tirelessly sought to repair fractions between Jews and Christians, supported the ordination of women, and pushed for the full inclusion and participation of women and minority voices in academia and interfaith work.Opening Remarks: Given by…

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RCPI Spring 2024 Book Series: Stranger in My Own Land 53:39

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Full title: RCPI Spring 2024 Book Series: Stranger in My Own Land: Palestine, Israel and One Family's Story of HomeThis book talk featured “Stranger in My Own Land: Palestine, Israel and One Family's Story of Home,” a memoir by Palestinian writer Fida Jiryis.“Stranger in My Own Land” chronicles a desperate, at times surreal, search for a homeland b…

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The Passions of Aisha: Women, Trauma, and Jinn Possession in Morocco 1:25:51

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This lecture was given by visiting Associate Professor of Women’s Studies and Islam, Z. Fareen Parvez (University of Massachusetts, Amherst). This event took place on April 4, 2024. For more information: https://hds.harvard.eduFull transcript: https://wsrp.hds.harvard.edu/news/2024/04/04/video-passions-aisha-women-trauma-and-jinn-possession-morocco…

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Jehovah Rapha: A Deep Dive with Pastor Debo Omotunde | The Rapha Effect | Teaching Series | Podcast 24:36

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The first side conversation from our new teaching series The Rapha Effect features deep and impactful insights about how believers can posture for healing and the complementing nature of science and medicine to the potency of our faith. Enjoy! Godman Akinlabi is the Global Lead Pastor of The Elevation Church, Nigeria. He is also a thought leader, l…

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Finishing Strong: The Deep Dive with Pastor Molade Adeniyi | Legacy of Faith | Podcast 19:06

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The proof of our faith is in the legacy we leave for those coming behind. Watch this insightful side conversation as we wrap up our teaching series on the Legacy of Faith. Godman Akinlabi is the Global Lead Pastor of The Elevation Church, Nigeria. He is also a thought leader, leadership and relationship expert and life coach. He will be delivering …

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Breaking Limitations | Pastor Godman Akinlabi | Advance Conference 2024 | Sermon 58:26

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Godman Akinlabi is the Global Lead Pastor of The Elevation Church, Nigeria. He is also a thought leader, leadership and relationship expert and life coach. He will be delivering a transformational and inspirational message. You can also listen here: https://GodmanAkinlabi.podbean.com Thank you for your generosity! To give, visit https://elevationng…

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Public Courage and the Academy:Beyond the Binaries: Depolarizing our Politics and Bridging Our World 1:27:17

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Full title: "Public Courage and the Academy: Beyond the Binaries: Depolarizing our Politics and Bridging Our World"The Rev. Dr. Deborah Johnson explored the theme of depolarizing our politics and bridging our world. She invited us to move beyond societal binaries and to embrace a more inclusive and compassionate future.Rev. Dr. Deborah Johnson (she…

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Public Courage and the Academy:The Future of the Church and the Cosmopolitan Leaders Its Calling For 1:33:00

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Full title: "Public Courage and the Academy: The Future of the Church and the Cosmopolitan Leaders It's Calling For"Join this online conversation featuring Bishop Yvette Flunder and the Rev. Eric Ovid Donaldson.Bishop Yvette Flunder (she/her) is an American womanist, preacher, pastor, activist, and singer from San Francisco, California. She is the …

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Religion in Times of Earth Crisis: Reflecting on Religion in Times of Earth Crisis 1:29:41

3M ago1:29:41

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This is the sixth event is a six-part series.This session was a discussion among presenters reflecting upon the insights shared throughout the series. In addition to identifying themes and throughlines among sessions, they returned to the overarching questions that framed this collaboration: What can an expansive understanding of religion provide i…

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RCPI Spring 2024 Book Series: Decolonizing Palestine: The Land, The People, The Bible 1:26:03

3M ago1:26:03

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This book talk featured “Decolonizing Palestine: The Land, The People, The Bible” by Mitri Raheb.“Decolonizing Palestine” challenges the weaponization of biblical texts to support the current settler-colonial state of Israel. Raheb argues that some of the most important theological concepts–Israel, the land, election, and chosen people–must be deco…

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Yang Scholars 2024: Explorations in World Christianity 1:34:37

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The Yang Visiting Scholars in World Christianity program brings distinguished senior and junior scholars of world Christianity to Harvard Divinity School each year, opening up fresh perspectives, particularly from the global south. This discussion was led by David N. Hempton, Harvard University Distinguished Service Professor, and Alonzo L. McDonal…

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Ottoman Sufi Music Night 1:22:10

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Organized by the HDS student group, HDS Muslims, this event began after breaking fast; guests enjoyed an hour-long performance by a group of musicians who performed examples of traditional music from Ottoman Sufi Istanbul lodges. This event featured the Istanbul Meshk Ensemble, directed by A. Eylül Valçunkaya, Ph.D., a visiting researcher at CMES. …

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Meditation in Fractured Times 1:15:02

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The vast range of meditation practices in Buddhist traditions has stood the test of time. Still, we live in a culture that differs radically from Buddhist cultures of the past. Our minds and lives are fragmented, and people find even basic concentration challenging. In such circumstances, an approach grounded in inquiry at a deep level, together wi…

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EP16: Camp Blue Sky - What You Need to Know From Our Assistant Director 13:14

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Joe, the Assistant Director at Camp Blue Sky, offers valuable advice for first-time campers: “Come with a lot of positive mental attitude because it’s going to be a great summer.” He highlights the importance of bringing comfort items to camp to ease homesickness and maintain a positive mindset. For those worried about making new friends, especiall…

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Criticism: From Hurtful to Helpful | Pastors Godman & Bola Akinlabi | Better Half Podcast 28:06

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How can you turn criticism into an avenue for growth in your relationship? My Better Half and I delved into this all-important conversation on our latest episode of the Mr & Mrs Better Half podcast. Godman Akinlabi is the Global Lead Pastor of The Elevation Church, Nigeria. He is also a thought leader, leadership and relationship expert and life co…

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The Comeback: A Deeper Dive with Pastor Debo Omotunde | Legacy of Faith 30:47

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A timely and thought-provoking follow-up conversation on the teaching Legacy of Faith: The Comeback. Anchored by Pastor Debo, I delved into critical questions believers have about the Second Coming of Jesus Christ and how we must all position for his arrival. This conversation is transformational and instructive for the season. Please watch and sha…

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EP15: From Harvard School of Divinity to the Cattleman's Land Trust - Finding the Common Threads That Bind Us All Together 35:47

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“I needed to practice at hearing other people better, and how they engage with the same landscapes that I love, on their terms,” says today’s guest Owen Yager. Learning about and working to represent other people’s stories is the common theme that unites the seemingly disparate elements of Owen’s story. Once he realized that people’s religion and t…

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Becoming A New Saint: Exploring the Path of Emerging as Warriors from Our Broken Hearts 1:03:56

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Saints, spiritual warriors, bodhisattvas, zaddikim—no matter how they are named in a given tradition, all share a profound altruistic wish to free others from suffering. Saints are not beings of stained glass or carved stone. “Each of us can be a new saint,” says Lama Rod Owens. “In our pain, our trauma, and all our complexity, we all can—and must—…

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Hope Podcast: Featuring Keisha Bush, MTS '24 45:34

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In this episode of the Hope Podcast, we sit down with Keisha Bush, a second-year MTS student. We discuss the importance of intention and the value of community.Learn more about religion and spiritual life at Harvard Divinity School here: hds.harvard.edu/community-life/re…nd-spiritual-lifeTranscript forthcoming.…

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Hope Podcast: Featuring Swami Sachidananda 18:58

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In this episode of the Hope Podcast, we sit down with Swami Sachidananda, a student fellow at HDS. We discuss his monastic journey and the power of a smile.Learn more about religion and spiritual life at Harvard Divinity School here: hds.harvard.edu/community-life/re…nd-spiritual-lifeTranscript forthcoming.…

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Book 3: Episode 9 - Wrath of the Lamb 1:27:29

4M ago1:27:29

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God decides to shake things up on the earth and Nicolai and Hattie's relationship may never be the same. New book-club-style episodes will be released every other week, with periodic deep-dives into fun topics like Dispensationalism, the rise of the Religious Right, and unhinged Evangelical TikToks. Join our Patreon or follow the show on Twitter an…

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Hope Podcast: Featuring Jamail Khan, MTS '24 28:34

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In this episode of the Hope Podcast, we hear from Jamail Khan, a second-year MTS student at HDS. We discuss the importance of religious community for spiritual growth and the power of love and beauty in the face of hopelessness.Learn more about religion and spiritual life at Harvard Divinity School here: hds.harvard.edu/community-life/re…nd-spiritu…

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Psychedelics, California, and the Cultures of Consciousness: A Talk with Erik Davis 2:00:14

4M ago2:00:14

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Pop Apocalypse, hosted by Matthew J. Dillon, postdoctoral fellow at the Center for the Study of World Religions at Harvard Divinity School, explores the mystical and the mythic, the paranormal and the psychedelic in popular culture.For episode 7, we welcome the writer and scholar Erik Davis to reflect on the journey that led to his new book, BLOTTE…

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Hope Podcast: Featuring Michael Fuhrman, MDiv '25 33:33

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In this episode of the Hope Podcast, we hear from Michael Fuhrman, a second-year MDiv student at HDS. This conversation includes his religious position of non-position, religious sympathy, and the importance of writing for its own sake.Learn more about religion and spiritual life at Harvard Divinity School here: hds.harvard.edu/community-life/re…nd…

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EP14: Camp Windy Peak - What You Need to Know From a Seasoned Camper 7:35

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Advice to first-time campers? "Try everything," says Kendra, a seasoned adventurer at just 15 years old with over 15 camps under her belt. "Because even if it seems scary at the moment, 99% of the time it's actually really fun." Kicking off a series of advice for new campers, Kendra shares insights from her experiences at Avid Adventure’s quintesse…

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Cohabitation: A Good Way to Test Compatibility? | Godman & Bola Akinlabi | BetterHalf Podcast 29:02

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Cohabitation, the practice of living together as a couple without marriage, has become increasingly common in modern society. For many couples, cohabitation is seen as a way to test compatibility and assess the viability of a long-term relationship before committing to marriage. Proponents argue that living together allows couples to understand bet…

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Hope Podcast: Featuring Ahmaad Edmund, MDiv '24 24:55

4M ago24:55

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In this episode of the Hope Podcast, we hear from Ahmaad Edmund, a third-year MDiv student at HDS. He discusses his long-time commitment to the Baptist tradition, starting a basement church as a youngster, and finding hope in transit.Learn more about religion and spiritual life at Harvard Divinity School here: https://hds.harvard.edu/community-life…

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Positioning for Revival: A Deep Dive with Pastor Joy Isa | Pastor Godman Akinlabi | Legacy of Faith 20:27

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This is a side conversation to answer key questions about my teaching on Positioning for Revival from our April 2024 teaching series Legacy of Faith. Godman Akinlabi is the Global Lead Pastor of The Elevation Church, Nigeria. He is also a thought leader, leadership and relationship expert and life coach. He will be delivering a transformational and…

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Follow Jesus: Stepping into your Inheritance | Pastor Godman Akinlabi | Sermon 1:07:14

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Godman Akinlabi is the Global Lead Pastor of The Elevation Church, Lagos, a non-denominational church founded in 2010 with a God-given mandate to ‘make greatness common’. A pastor with over 20 years of experience, he is a seasoned and highly sought-after speaker, relationship coach, leadership expert, trainer and consultant who has taught and inspi…

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The Legacy of Faith: Engaging the Move of the Spirit | Pastor Godman Akinlabi | Sermon 54:14

4M ago54:14

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Godman Akinlabi is the Global Lead Pastor of The Elevation Church, Lagos, a non-denominational church founded in 2010 with a God-given mandate to ‘make greatness common’. A pastor with over 20 years of experience, he is a seasoned and highly sought-after speaker, relationship coach, leadership expert, trainer and consultant who has taught and inspi…

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Legacy Of Faith: Positioning For Revival | Pastor Godman Akinlabi | Sermon 1:09:42

4M ago1:09:42

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Godman Akinlabi is the Global Lead Pastor of The Elevation Church, Lagos, a non-denominational church founded in 2010 with a God-given mandate to ‘make greatness common’. A pastor with over 20 years of experience, he is a seasoned and highly sought-after speaker, relationship coach, leadership expert, trainer and consultant who has taught and inspi…

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EP13: The Art of Risk Management And The Path to Become the Czar of Stoke 44:58

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“I get to do something for others and I get to do something for myself,” says Stephen Allen about the balance he strikes in his life as a housing case manager in Boulder, Colorado from 9-5 and rock climbing in his down time. His lifelong love of the outdoors is so infectious he has been dubbed by Avid 4 Adventure campers and their parents as the “C…

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Book 3: Episode 8 - Mutually Assured Outing 1:10:38

4M ago1:10:38

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Buck and Verna have a very stressful conversation about boundaries. New book-club-style episodes will be released every other week, with periodic deep-dives into fun topics like Dispensationalism, the rise of the Religious Right, and unhinged Evangelical TikToks. Join our Patreon or follow the show on Twitter and Instagram! Or, follow your brave an…

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Chaplaincy Across Fields: Nurturing Resilience and Compassion 031924 1:01:03

4M ago1:01:03

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This alumni webinar explored the role of chaplaincy in fostering resilience and navigating complex challenges. Representing different religious traditions and fields, HDS alumni—Celene Ibrahim, MDiv '11, Faculty and Muslim Chaplain at the Groton School; Naomi Tzril Saks, MDiv '10, Palliative Care Chaplain at University of California, San Francisco;…

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How to Live the Resurrected Life | Pastor Godman Akinlabi | Mercy Conference 2024 1:08:12

4M ago1:08:12

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Listen to my teaching on how to live the resurrection life daily as a believer. I delivered it at the Mercy Conference hosted by the Household of David Church. Godman Akinlabi is the Global Lead Pastor of The Elevation Church, Nigeria. He is also a thought leader, leadership and relationship expert and life coach. He will be delivering a transforma…

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