Podcasts about Agape

Today, Michael welcomes back Arndrea Waters King. Arndrea is a visionary leader at the intersection of justice, feminine empowerment, and transformative community impact. As the founder of Divine Feminine, she champions a global movement inviting women to reclaim their inner wisdom, grace, and sacred strength—qualities often suppressed in a culture that prioritizes productivity over presence. Through storytelling and conscious leadership, she reframes leadership as an act of love and a pathway to collective healing. A National Merit Scholar, president of the Drum Major Institute, co-founder of Realize the Dream, chancellor at Legacy College, and co-host of the My Legacy Podcast, Arndrea blends decades of civil rights leadership, service, and feminine wisdom with spiritual insight.  Conversation Highlights include: -How years of Civil Rights work revealed both the cost of leading through force and the deeper power of leading through love. -Why the Divine Feminine is not about gender, but about restoring compassion, intuition, creativity, and fierce care to leadership. -The difference between building ladders of individual success and weaving webs of interconnected community. -How today's political and social upheaval can be understood as birth contractions stretching society toward something more conscious. -Why burnout happens when women give from depletion—and how slowing down, setting boundaries, and reconnecting to joy restores sacred energy. -A redefinition of power and prosperity that shifts from "me" to "we," where success uplifts entire communities. -Simple daily practices—gratitude, breath, journaling, intentional environments—that help anchor feminine wisdom in everyday life. -Justice as love expressed publicly: refusing to look away from suffering while choosing compassion over domination. -Legacy not as a name on a building, but as how we live, serve, and contribute to the Beloved Community right now. Next, Michael leads a grounding meditation to reconnect with your eternal spiritual nature.

What is God? In Week 2 of The Science of Mind Journey, Rev. Lee Wolak dives deep into the spiritual understanding of God beyond religion, dogma, and outdated theology. Based on the teachings of Ernest Holmes and the foundational principles of Science of Mind, this talk explores God as Infinite Intelligence, Universal Law, Divine Mind, and the Creative Principle operating in and through all life. If you've ever questioned traditional religious concepts or wondered how God, consciousness, manifestation, and spiritual law actually work together, this teaching will expand your awareness. Discover how the idea of God as impersonal, omnipresent Spirit shifts your prayer life, your mindset, and your ability to consciously create. This is practical spirituality for everyday living; blending metaphysics, higher consciousness, and a grounded Zen perspective. Sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations If you find value in what Agape offers—spiritually, emotionally, and in community—consider becoming a supporting member. Your recurring contribution helps us continue to share truth, healing, and transformation with the world. Click here to become a supporter: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/recurring-contributions/

In this powerful spiritual talk, Rev. Lee Wolak explores why hopes and dreams mean nothing without decisive action. Discover practical steps for personal growth, mindset transformation, self-discipline, and conscious living rooted in Science of Mind principles. If you're ready to stop wishing and start creating results, this message will ignite your inner power. Sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations If you find value in what Agape offers spiritually, emotionally, and in community, consider becoming a supporting member. Your recurring contribution helps us continue to share truth, healing, and transformation with the world. Click here to become a supporter: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/recurring-contributions/

Are short-term distractions quietly sabotaging your long-term success? In this powerful talk, Rev. Lee Wolak, author of The Power in You, explores how impulsive habits, instant gratification, and constant digital stimulation are blocking your focus, purpose, and ability to create a deeply fulfilling life. Learn how to overcome distraction, build self-discipline, reclaim your attention, and align your daily actions with your highest potential. Sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations If you find value in what Agape offers spiritually, emotionally, and in community, consider becoming a supporting member. Your recurring contribution helps us continue to share truth, healing, and transformation with the world. Click here to become a supporter: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/recurring-contributions/

Today, our first letter comes from Ian in Memphis:  Ian loves building beautiful spaces, but the conflict-heavy nature of his industry leaves him avoiding hard conversations—sometimes even walking away from being paid. He asks how to face conflict directly, set boundaries, and stay authentic without people-pleasing or losing his creative spirit. Our next letter comes from Neysa:  After years of personal healing, Neysa feels destabilized when returning to a family system still caught in toxic, unconscious patterns. She asks how to remain balanced and choose love in those environments—and whether true resolution always means change in others. Next, in the guided meditation, Michael leads us inward to remember our innate freedom and oneness with the Presence. ✨ What's your Life Question? Have questions about your relationships, finances, life purpose, or how to understand  world events through a spiritual lens? Submit your Life Question to podcast@michaelbeckwith.com — your question could be featured in an upcoming episode to inspire others on their journey! ✍️Love Take Back Your Mind? This podcast grows through your support. If you've been inspired by an episode, we'd love to hear from you! Consider leaving a 5-star review or drop a comment. It helps others join this journey of growth and connection.

In this transformational spiritual talk, Rev. Lee Wolak explores why you can't go back to the past and how personal growth, self-awareness, and conscious evolution change what fulfills you. Rooted in Science of Mind and Zen wisdom, discover how letting go creates freedom, clarity, and emotional maturity. Step into your next level with courage. Sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations If you find value in what Agape offers spiritually, emotionally, and in community, consider becoming a supporting member. Your recurring contribution helps us continue to share truth, healing, and transformation with the world. Click here to become a supporter: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/recurring-contributions/

In this powerful spiritual talk, Rev. Lee Wolak explores why your word, especially the promises you make to yourself, shapes self-trust, personal power, and conscious living. Rooted in Science of Mind, Zen philosophy, and practical spirituality, learn how integrity, mindset, and aligned action create transformation and authentic confidence. Sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations If you find value in what Agape offers spiritually, emotionally, and in community, consider becoming a supporting member. Your recurring contribution helps us continue to share truth, healing, and transformation with the world. Click here to become a supporter: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/recurring-contributions/

Today, Michael welcomes Dr. John Demartini. John is a world-renowned human behavior expert, educator, and bestselling author whose work bridges psychology, neuroscience, philosophy, and human performance. From overcoming dyslexia and a speech impediment to becoming a globally sought-after speaker and founder of the Demartini Method, he has dedicated more than five decades to understanding what drives human excellence. His teachings focus on awakening inner genius, aligning with one's highest values, and transforming challenges into catalysts for growth and fulfillment. Conversation Highlights Include: -A powerful story of overcoming dyslexia, dropping out of school, and learning to read at 18 — proving that limitations do not define destiny. -A near-death experience that became a catalyst for spiritual awakening, leading to a lifelong commitment to learning, teaching, and inspired action. -The simple yet profound affirmation "I am a genius and I apply my wisdom," practiced daily for over five decades as a way of rewiring identity and belief. -A redefinition of genius as listening to the inner voice and allowing that vision to be louder than outside opinions. -How identifying and aligning with your highest values unlocks energy, clarity, and authentic purpose — while living by "shoulds" creates internal conflict. -A striking financial exercise revealing why many people say they want freedom but spend in ways that contradict their stated goals. -Why distractions are not enemies but feedback, signaling when you're not living in alignment with what truly matters. -A reframing of trauma as perception — and how asking new questions can dissolve victimhood and reveal hidden benefits. -A deeply personal reflection on grief, love, and the idea that nothing is ever truly lost — it simply changes form. -The power of daily rituals, including a 53-year gratitude journal practice that documents growth, vision, and spiritual expansion. Next, a closing meditation guided by Michael, inviting listeners to return to awareness itself, release distraction, and remember their oneness with the Infinite.

Discover why healthy boundaries are essential for emotional freedom, spiritual growth, and authentic relationships. In this powerful Science of Mind and Zen-inspired talk, Rev. Lee Wolak explores self-respect, ending resentment, approval addiction, personal responsibility, and conscious living. Learn how boundaries protect your energy while deepening love, clarity, and inner peace. Sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations If you find value in what Agape offers spiritually, emotionally, and in community, consider becoming a supporting member. Your recurring contribution helps us continue to share truth, healing, and transformation with the world. Click here to become a supporter: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/recurring-contributions/

In this powerful spiritual talk, Rev. Lee Wolak explores why drama has no place in conscious relationships and how honoring values, emotional maturity, and authentic communication creates lasting love. Rooted in Science of Mind principles and practical spirituality, this message supports personal growth, self-awareness, and healthy partnership dynamics. Discover how to build grounded, drama-free love. Sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations If you find value in what Agape offers spiritually, emotionally, and in community, consider becoming a supporting member. Your recurring contribution helps us continue to share truth, healing, and transformation with the world. Click here to become a supporter: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/recurring-contributions/

In this powerful spiritual talk, Rev. Lee Wolak explores "The Approval Addiction" and how external validation shapes identity, why seeking approval blocks authentic self-worth, and how to reclaim inner authority through Science of Mind principles, mindfulness, and conscious awareness. Discover practical spiritual tools for confidence, self-acceptance, and emotional freedom rooted in lasting inner value.  Sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations If you find value in what Agape offers spiritually, emotionally, and in community, consider becoming a supporting member. Your recurring contribution helps us continue to share truth, healing, and transformation with the world. Click here to become a supporter: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/recurring-contributions/

Welcome to a special episode of the 'Most High Bros,' where Christian and David sit down with the owner of Agape Ink in Winder, GA, Shane. They discuss recovery, Shane's story and how he came to start up a tattoo shop with all that he had left.

In this powerful spiritual talk, The Thing Itself — Understanding the Creative Principle Behind Your Life, Rev. Lee Wolak explores the foundational teachings of Science of Mind and the universal creative intelligence that shapes reality. Discover how consciousness, awareness, and spiritual law influence your experiences, and learn practical metaphysical principles for transforming your mindset, releasing limitation, and consciously creating your life. Blending Religious Science philosophy with Zen insight, this talk helps spiritual seekers understand the nature of reality, the power of thought, and how to align with universal law for clarity, peace, and authentic personal transformation.   Sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations If you find value in what Agape offers—spiritually, emotionally, and in community—consider becoming a supporting member. Your recurring contribution helps us continue to share truth, healing, and transformation with the world. Click here to become a supporter: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/recurring-contributions/ If you want more information like this, please order My New Book "The Power in You" on Kindle, a printed copy, or the audible version on Amazon today. https://www.amazon.com/Lee-Wolak/e/B09PF5BQNR... Follow me: • Facebook: Agape Spiritual Center • Instagram: leewolak • Twitter: Lee_Agape • TikTok: RevLeeWolak • Podcast: "Rev Lee Wolak" • YouTube: @RevLeeWolak • Email: Info@AgapeSpiritualCenter.com • Website: AgapeSpiritualCenter.com

Discover how embracing personal responsibility transforms your mindset, elevates consciousness, and empowers you to create your life experience with clarity and intention. In this spiritual talk blending Science of Mind, mindfulness, and practical self-awareness, Rev. Lee Wolak explores conscious choice, perception, and personal empowerment to help you live with purpose, freedom, and inner authority. Sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations If you find value in what Agape offers spiritually, emotionally, and in community, consider becoming a supporting member. Your recurring contribution helps us continue to share truth, healing, and transformation with the world. Click here to become a supporter: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/recurring-contributions/

In this message, we explore the Bible's definition of love, culminating in agape—God's selfless, sacrificial love that transforms our lives. From creation to the cross, we see how Jesus embodies this divine love and how we are invited to experience and share it.

Reset and Rise is a powerful spiritual talk exploring how setbacks become transformation through perspective, consciousness, and intentional awareness. Blending Science of Mind teachings, Zen wisdom, and practical mindset tools, this talk helps you release limitation, reclaim inner power, and create new beginnings in every moment Sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations If you find value in what Agape offers spiritually, emotionally, and in community, consider becoming a supporting member. Your recurring contribution helps us continue to share truth, healing, and transformation with the world. Click here to become a supporter: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/recurring-contributions/

Paul Axton preaches: John combines his description of love and God with his picture of its reversal in the Antichrist. Friedrich Nietzsche, in recommending the Antichrist and his work (a recommendation taken up by the Nazis) depicts the reversal embraced by a German and American Christianity which would hate in the name of Christ. Agape love is the only counter to this demonic form of the faith. (Sign up for "Do Not Let Your Hearts Be Troubled: Perspectives on Peace": This class, with Ethan Vander Leek, examines “peace” from various perspectives: Biblical, theological, philosophical, and inter-religious. We will examine various forms of false peace and ask what peace is positively, its metaphysical and religious status as a concept and as a lived reality. Is peace possible? How is it characterized? How does Jesus make peace? Can difference be understood, lived, and resolved, not in violence and victory but in cooperation and mutuality? We will be guided into such questions by voices past and present, including Augustine, Thomas Merton, Raimon Panikkar, William Desmond, Rowan Williams, and more. Go to https://pbi.forgingploughshares.org/offerings.) If you enjoyed this podcast, please consider donating to support our work. Become a Patron!  

Today, our first letter comes from Sandra in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire: Sandra's mother rejects Sandra's gay brother and his children, cutting them off completely. Sandra wants to have a loving and authentic relationship with her mother, but how can she hold compassion for her mother—who's harboring unhealed pain and trauma from the Rwandan genocide—while standing for peace, reconciliation, and acceptance in their family? Our next letter comes from Fatima: As Fatima builds a spiritually-aligned community of friends, she finds that some of her "conscious" connections feel off. She asks how to discern between being judgmental and recognizing whether her friends might truly be out of alignment so she can cultivate friendships rooted in integrity, presence, and shared values. Finally, Michael leads a meditation on paying undistracted attention to that which is Real. ✨ What's your Life Question? Have questions about your relationships, finances, life purpose, or how to understand  world events through a spiritual lens? Submit your Life Question to podcast@michaelbeckwith.com — your question could be featured in an upcoming episode to inspire others on their journey! ✍️Love Take Back Your Mind? This podcast grows through your support. If you've been inspired by an episode, we'd love to hear from you! Consider leaving a 5-star review or drop a comment. It helps others join this journey of growth and connection.

Is a "hidden" offense blocking your physical healing? Dr. Edith Davis broadcasts from the heart of Washington, D.C., to reveal why the Body of Christ is stalling out. It's not a lack of Bible knowledge—it's a "love-leak." Learn the radical secret of "preemptive forgiveness" and why your faith can never outrun your ability to love your enemies. In this episode of Enter the Glory Zone, Dr. Edith Davis stands before the nation's capital to deliver a prophetic mandate for the modern church. We are entering a "beautification process" to become a bride without spot or wrinkle, but this transformation requires more than just showing up—it requires a total recalibration of our minds and hearts. Dr. Davis shares a vulnerable, personal story of how a simple "chair" and a moment of offense led to a physical setback in her healing journey. She breaks down the "currency of heaven" and explains why even the strongest faith is paralyzed when we step out of love. Main teaching points include: -- The definition of a "Sound Mind" as one that is disciplined, balanced, and under self-control. -- The distinction between "having" faith and "being in" faith through active obedience and integrity. -- Why human love is insufficient for the Christian walk and how we must tap into supernatural Agape love. -- The three commanded areas of love: one another, our neighbors, and our enemies. -- The story of Smith Wigglesworth and the "Holy Spirit Boogie-Woogie" as a key to strength. -- How "preemptive forgiveness" protects your miracles from being stolen by the enemy. Scriptures for Further Study -- 2 Timothy 1:7 -- Hebrews 11:6 -- Romans 10:17 -- Psalm 133:1-3 This is episode 394. +++++++ Check out my new website: https://www.enterthegloryzone.org/ MY AUDIO BOOK IS NOW AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE You can Divorce Proof Your Marriage by understanding the Secret Keys of Love. You will come to understand that your Marriage has an enemy. You will come to understand that you are dating your future spouse representative. You will come to understand that your Marriage has the gift of Supernatural Sex. For more information about purchasing this audio book, click here: https://personalbuy.com/shopsite_sc/store/html/product8702.html

Discover how programmed behavior shapes your life and how conscious willpower can transform your reality. In this spiritual talk blending Science of Mind, Zen awareness, and practical self-mastery, Rev. Lee Wolak explores conditioning, awareness, personal growth, and breaking unconscious patterns. Learn how to move from autopilot living into intentional creation and authentic freedom. Sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations If you find value in what Agape offers spiritually, emotionally, and in community, consider becoming a supporting member. Your recurring contribution helps us continue to share truth, healing, and transformation with the world. Click here to become a supporter: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/recurring-contributions/

Today, Michael welcomes Dr. Liza Rankow, an interfaith minister, educator, activist, and author of Soul Medicine for a Fractured World: Healing Justice and the Path of Wholeness. For more than three decades, she has guided individuals and frontline changemakers in integrating deep spiritual practice with social transformation. A longtime student and steward of Howard Thurman's teachings, she helped produce The Living Wisdom of Howard Thurman audio collection and continues to explore how mysticism and justice are not separate callings—but one sacred breath expressed in two directions. Conversation Highlights include: -Growing up without organized religion yet surrounded by spiritual seeking shaped a life rooted in both mysticism and justice. -A chance encounter with Howard Thurman's portrait at Morehouse College became the doorway into a lifelong spiritual lineage. -Seeing this moment in history as a "portal" invites us to meet upheaval not only with fear, but with agency and possibility. -Understanding the difference between self-care and soul care reminds us that while pampering relieves stress, soul care reconnects us to the larger life that sustains us. -Recognizing that the medicine is often hidden inside our wounds reframes suffering as a potential teacher rather than a permanent sentence. -Trusting that life moves in cycles of collapse and renewal helps us engage change without despair, knowing transformation rarely begins or ends with us. -Redefining purpose as a quality of being—rather than a job title or achievement—brings clarity to how we live and serve. -Seeing how cultural definitions of success can distort purpose invites a return to soul-led contribution over ego-driven accomplishment. -Practicing three intentional breaths—receiving what we need, sending love to others, and extending healing to the world—creates embodied connection. Next, in the closing meditation, Michael guides listeners into intentional gratitude, reminding us that the world we experience reflects the consciousness we cultivate.

Explore how the scarcity mindset shapes your thoughts, relationships, money beliefs, and spiritual growth and how to break free from fear of loss. In this powerful talk, Rev. Lee Wolak shares practical spiritual principles, mindset shifts, and conscious awareness tools to move from limitation into abundance and inner freedom. Sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations If you find value in what Agape offers spiritually, emotionally, and in community, consider becoming a supporting member. Your recurring contribution helps us continue to share truth, healing, and transformation with the world. Click here to become a supporter: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/recurring-contributions/

Explore how the scarcity mindset shapes your thoughts, relationships, money beliefs, and spiritual growth and how to break free from fear of loss. In this powerful talk, Rev. Lee Wolak shares practical spiritual principles, mindset shifts, and conscious awareness tools to move from limitation into abundance and inner freedom. Sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations If you find value in what Agape offers spiritually, emotionally, and in community, consider becoming a supporting member. Your recurring contribution helps us continue to share truth, healing, and transformation with the world. Click here to become a supporter: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/recurring-contributions/

Discover why investing in yourself is the most powerful path to personal growth, spiritual awakening, and lasting transformation. In this inspiring talk, Rev. Lee Wolak explores mindset, self-awareness, conscious living, and practical spiritual principles to help you unlock your potential and create real change from within. Learn how inner development shapes outer success. Sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations If you find value in what Agape offers spiritually, emotionally, and in community, consider becoming a supporting member. Your recurring contribution helps us continue to share truth, healing, and transformation with the world. Click here to become a supporter: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/recurring-contributions/

701 - Recorded live on February 10, 2026 Ambience for the night: Institution D.O.L. - Agape :93: https://edgedcircleproductions.bandcamp.com/album/agape-93 **Playlist** 1) Grizelda - The Sharp Claw of Harvest 2) Noctivagum - Carpe Noctem 3) Serpent Column - Flight of the Last Gods **talk** 4) Primeval Well - Where All Things are Forgotten 5) Arcane Frost - Withering Decay 6) Nøkk - Nøkk the Soulless 7) Leviathan A.C. - Ashes of Oppression **talk** 8) Nourishment – Curdled Live every Tuesday at 9pm ET on NSTMRadio.com

 Sentimental love fades, but Christlike love endures. In “Star Quality,” we discover how the Bright Morning Star teaches us to choose steady, self-giving love that rises again and again. 

Many Christians mistakenly believe that God draws near only after we have healed, matured, or overcome our struggles. In this episode, Donald E. Coleman continues the Beloved series by revealing a deeper truth: God meets us in our brokenness and Agape (loves) us there.Drawing from Psalm 34:18, John 20:27, and Henri Nouwen's teaching on beloved identity, we explore how Jesus revealed His wounds after the resurrection—and how His loving gaze toward Peter in a moment of shame demonstrates that our wounds are not disqualifying, but invitational.This episode will help you:·       Let go of the belief that brokenness is failure.·       Understand how Jesus meets us in the places we hide.·       Learn to receive love in the exact places you feel least worthy of it.·       See your wounds as openings where intimacy with God can deepen.·       Begin to rest in a love that holds you even when you tremble.If you long for a love that does not require you to be strong first, this episode is a quiet invitation:You are Beloved, even in your brokenness."Have Questions, Send us a Message" This podcast is a production of The Center for Biblical Coaching and Leadership. If this episode has been useful or inspiring to you in any way, please share it with someone else. Lastly, please follow the show and write a review.If you want to go deeper on this journey, visit www.tcbcl.org to learn how we're walking this path together through biblical coaching, spiritual formation, and the ROOTED Global Movement.

In this powerful spiritual talk, Rev. Lee explores the illusion of "later" and why procrastination steals joy, connection, and purpose. Discover how mindfulness, conscious living, and present-moment awareness eliminate regret and transform your relationships, dreams, and spiritual growth. Learn practical tools to act now, love boldly, and live fully before time slips away. Sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations If you find value in what Agape offers spiritually, emotionally, and in community, consider becoming a supporting member. Your recurring contribution helps us continue to share truth, healing, and transformation with the world. Click here to become a supporter: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/recurring-contributions/

The Conversation That Creates Your Life explores how your inner dialogue shapes your reality, emotional experience, and personal transformation. In this powerful spiritual talk, Rev. Lee Wolak reveals why self-talk, perception, and the meaning you assign to events determine your happiness, success, and growth. Learn practical tools from mindfulness, spirituality, and consciousness teachings to transform limiting beliefs, master your mindset, and create lasting inner peace. Sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations If you find value in what Agape offers—spiritually, emotionally, and in community—consider becoming a supporting member. Your recurring contribution helps us continue to share truth, healing, and transformation with the world. Click here to become a supporter: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/recurring-contributions/ If you want more information like this, please order My New Book "The Power in You" on Kindle, a printed copy, or the audible version on Amazon today. https://www.amazon.com/Lee-Wolak/e/B09PF5BQNR... Follow me: • Facebook: Agape Spiritual Center • Instagram: leewolak • Twitter: Lee_Agape • TikTok: RevLeeWolak • Podcast: "Rev Lee Wolak" • YouTube: @RevLeeWolak • Email: Info@AgapeSpiritualCenter.com • Website: AgapeSpiritualCenter.com

In this special bonus episode of Hidden Wisdom, Meghan and McKay Farner share the talks they delivered in sacrament meeting on the greatest commandment: to "love thy neighbor as thyself." Meghan explores the often-overlooked doctrine of self-love through the lens of agape—the unconditional love that God is. She unpacks false beliefs (“unbelief”) that keep us stuck in shame and natural-man identity, reframing repentance as healing rather than punishment. Drawing from Mosiah 3:19, Doctrine & Covenants 93, Moroni 7, and the teachings of President David O. McKay, she invites listeners to see themselves as the “pearl of great price”—already worthy of divine love.McKay then shares a powerful mission story that forever changed his understanding of loving your neighbor. Through personal experience—including stepping away from church activity—he reflects on charity without ulterior motive and what it truly means to love as Christ loves.Together, these talks offer a message of hope, grace, and spiritual maturity:You cannot hate yourself into holiness.You cannot give a gift you have not received.And love is not kindness with a destination attached.00:00 Introduction & purpose of the message00:33 The Great Commandment (Matthew 22)01:19 Agape: the unconditional love God is02:35 False beliefs (“unbelief”) about self-love04:24 Natural man vs. true eternal identity07:23 Repentance as healing, not punishment09:26 Shame, fear, and perfect love10:16 Rest, worthiness, and grace11:50 Meditation as communion with God12:42 The pearl of great price13:52 McKay's mission story begins15:47 What love is not17:13 “Love is not kindness with a destination attached”20:10 Charity defined (Moroni 7)22:27 Princess & sacrificial love23:40 “Greater love hath no man…”24:16 Stepping away from church activity24:48 “It's what Jesus would do.”25:02 Final testimony & invitation Join the Contemplative Prayer + Meditation Q&A with Meghan and Phil McLemore, on February 16th at 7pm MT. Register here! Hidden Wisdom initiates truth-seekers into the Mysteries, guiding listeners toward a lived experience of the Divine that awakens and transforms faith—without dismantling family or community. Pursue your Journey: ✨ Hidden Wisdom App – Coming Spring 2026! Pathway programs, community, library, events and more! Join the waitlist for updates, sneak peeks, and discounts!

In this transformative spiritual talk, Rev. Lee Wolak explores the powerful truth that reality is neutral; events are facts, and meaning is created by perception. Discover practical tools for mindset mastery, emotional intelligence, mindfulness, and conscious living. Learn how to stop reacting, reclaim inner power, and create peace through awareness and perspective. Sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations If you find value in what Agape offers spiritually, emotionally, and in community, consider becoming a supporting member. Your recurring contribution helps us continue to share truth, healing, and transformation with the world. Click here to become a supporter: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/recurring-contributions/

Currently, there is a lot swirling in the media, leading to confusion, hurt, and questions. It is entirely okay to be in that process and feel those emotions. However, as a supernatural family, we are called to love unconditionally. In month two of our Family series, we explore how to lock arms with one another, making room for people to be in process while calling them higher. Love is not a human effort; it is a divine influence and a supernatural power. We look at 1 Corinthians 13 and 1 John 4 to understand that perfect love casts out fear and requires nothing in return. Grace is not permission to stay in our messes, but rather the supernatural empowerment to step forward and change. Join us as we take a milestone step toward our mandate of unity for Atlanta. Chapter Markers 00:00 - Acknowledging the swirl of media, hurt, and confusion. 01:33 - Entering month two of our four-month Family series. 04:01 - We are a supernatural family, therefore we love unconditionally. 06:07 - Turning to 1 Corinthians 13 and the supernatural nature of Agape love. 09:21 - Recognizing that we are whole as a spirit, but broken as people. 14:27 - Understanding that grace is an empowerment to change, not permission to stay somewhere. 18:37 - Exploring 1 John 4 and how perfect love casts out fear. 23:04 - Discussing how we struggle to love others because we love the way we love ourselves. 27:13 - Ministry time to confess and seek grace for relational reconciliation.

Today, our first letter comes from Julie in New York: Julie is navigating the emotional, physical, and financial exhaustion of caring for her elderly mother with cognitive decline. She asks how to stay centered, surrender with grace, and find inner support while living inside an ongoing and deeply painful transition. Our next letter comes from someone choosing to remain Anonymous: Despite years on a spiritual path, Anonymous finds herself triggered by jealousy and comparison when others receive the blessings she's been waiting for. She asks how to restore her faith, meet these triggers differently, and truly believe that good is still possible for her. Finally, Michael leads a meditation on opening up to a greater possibility within yourself. ✍️Love Take Back Your Mind? This podcast grows through your support. If you've been inspired by an episode, we'd love to hear from you! Consider leaving a 5-star review or drop a comment. It helps others join this journey of growth and connection

Reality Doesn't Take Sides is a powerful spiritual talk on perception, awareness, and the art of accepting what is. Rev. Lee Wolak explores how judgment creates suffering and how neutral awareness transforms mindset, emotional freedom, and personal growth. Perfect for seekers of mindfulness, Zen wisdom, and practical spirituality.  Sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations If you find value in what Agape offers spiritually, emotionally, and in community, consider becoming a supporting member. Your recurring contribution helps us continue to share truth, healing, and transformation with the world. Click here to become a supporter: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/recurring-contributions/

On today's program, the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America has sued a small church in California for legal title to its property—but that small church is fighting back. We'll have details.  And, a hacker drained $85,000 from an Oklahoma church's bank account. Then in North Dakota, a woman was indicted for stealing over $600,000 from a church she worked at. Both cases highlight why ordinary access to church finances can equal extraordinary losses—and the need for tightening protocols. Also, six months ago, Barnabas Aid came under scrutiny for accusations of financial mismanagement. Now, under new leadership, the ministry is working hard to turn things around. Plus, Bible Study Fellowship prepares its new headquarters in Grapevine, Texas. But first, Agape Flights, a Christian aviation ministry, lost contact with one of its planes last Thursday. The next day, search and rescue teams found the plane crashed in the Haitian mountains. No one on board survived the crash. The producer for today's program is Jeff McIntosh. We get database and other technical support from Stephen DuBarry, Rod Pitzer, and Casey Sudduth. Writers who contributed to today's program include Isaac Wood, Kim Roberts, Scott Barkley, Jessica Eturralde, Makella Knowles, and Christina Darnell. A special thanks to Baptist Press for contributing material for this week's podcast. Until next time, may God bless you.

In this powerful spiritual talk, Rev. Lee Wolak explores how real transformation happens when we stop forcing life and start allowing awareness to lead. Discover practical tools for personal growth, mindfulness, self-realization, and conscious living. Learn how presence, perception, and inner clarity unlock freedom from struggle and create lasting change. Sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations If you find value in what Agape offers spiritually, emotionally, and in community, consider becoming a supporting member. Your recurring contribution helps us continue to share truth, healing, and transformation with the world. Click here to become a supporter: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/recurring-contributions/

Today Michael welcomes back Light Watkins. Light is a bestselling author, speaker, meditation teacher, and host of The Light Watkins Show. He's known for practical teachings on presence, minimalism, and "tortoise-style" transformation—consistent, bite-size shifts that fit real life. His books include Bliss More, Travel Light, and his newest, The Year You Transform. He's spoken for Fortune 500 companies, leads a global community (The Happiness Insiders), and even lived five years from a single backpack to walk his talk (you can watch his previous TBYM episode on that here: https://youtu.be/J26_6xo2Rvs?si=zcBw3EIuOnK0wRZe)  Conversation Highlights include: -Reframing change as something you accommodate and practice, not a dramatic life overhaul. -The "tortoise approach" as a way to bring the experience you want into your current life instead of chasing it somewhere else. -Habits designed for busy days so it's easy to show up consistently even when time is tight. -Minimalism in practice means removing what doesn't serve, so attention and energy return to what matters. -Process over outcome—where steady preparation lets inspiration take the mic when it matters most. -Presence instead of escapism by telling true aspiration from crisis-driven impulse, and acting from calm clarity. -Simple, repeatable practices that produce improvements you can measure—not just feel-good moments. -A try-along sequence using breath and stillness to settle the nervous system in minutes. -Ten micro-challenges that build adaptability through small, daily doses of healthy discomfort. -A no-complaints week that reveals hidden negativity loops and invites a more generous way of speaking. Next, Michael leads a guided meditation that leaves you grounded, clear, and ready to act from what's Real.

Discover the powerful spiritual and psychological benefits of choosing presence over distraction in this transformative talk by Rev. Lee Wolak, author of The Power in You. Learn how mindfulness, authentic connection, and time with your dog can reduce stress, improve mental health, and awaken deeper awareness beyond social media habits. Sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations If you find value in what Agape offers spiritually, emotionally, and in community, consider becoming a supporting member. Your recurring contribution helps us continue to share truth, healing, and transformation with the world. Click here to become a supporter: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/recurring-contributions/

In this powerful spiritual talk, Rev. Lee Wolak explores the nature of the unknown, consciousness, and self-awareness, revealing that you are not separate from life's mystery; you are the mystery discovering itself. This talk invites deep awakening, presence, and freedom beyond fear, control, and ego, opening the door to authentic spiritual realization. Sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations If you find value in what Agape offers spiritually, emotionally, and in community, consider becoming a supporting member. Your recurring contribution helps us continue to share truth, healing, and transformation with the world. Click here to become a supporter: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/recurring-contributions/

Connect with God — on Abide, a Christian meditation app that provides a biblically grounded place to experience peace and progress in your relationship with Christ. Use this biblical meditation, narrated by James Seawood, to center yourself on the truth in God's word. God is love. Meditate on this truth in 1 John 4:8. Allow the music & nature sounds, deep breathing, prayer, and scripture help you connect with God in a new way. For a 30 day free trial of our premium ad-free content, your trusted friend for meditation is right here: https://abide.com/peace Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Rafe looks forward to (St.) Valentine's Day and what it means from the Romans' Lupercalia, to multiple Saints (and a pope) Valentine, to shoeboxes with pink construction paper, to candy hearts, to philia, eros, and agape, to feelings and choices, to others as others, to St. Paul and the Corinthians (not those who made the famed Corinthian leather), to patience, kindness, bearing, believing, hoping, and enduring, to agape leading to eros, and to our ultimate desire to return to God.  Happy St. Valentine's Day on February 14th!*****As always, you can reach the Buf at bufnagle@bufnagle.com*****As you know, this is an independent podcast so your hosts also carry all the expenses of running this podcast. As such, some of you have asked how you can help out. Well, here's the answer: support us on Buy Me a Coffee:https://buymeacoffee.com/bufnagleOn this page, you can do a really nice thing like send us a couple dollars to help cover the cost of recording and hosting and microphones and research and all that. Any little bit really helps! Thank you in advance!!!

Daily Dose of Hope February 10, 2026   Scripture:  I Corinthians 13   Prayer:  Today, let's pray from Scripture.  Dear God,  Your Word says that, Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.  It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth.  It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.  This is certainly who you are, Lord.  Help us live this kind of love out in ways that make a difference in the lives of those around us.  More of you, less of me.  We pray this in the mighty name of Jesus, Amen.    Welcome back to the Daily Dose of Hope, the devotional and podcast that complements the daily Bible reading plan at New Hope Church in Brandon, Florida.  We are journeying through Paul's pastoral letters.  Currently, we are in I Corinthians.   Today's passage is I Corinthians 13.  This is going to be a pretty familiar chapter for many of you.  It's often called the "love" chapter and it is read at weddings and funerals.  It's absolutely beautiful prose but we often get Paul's intention wrong when we read it.   Remember, the Corinthian church was a total mess. They were arrogant, there were strong divisions between rich and poor, there were petty arguments and serious factions, and as we learned yesterday, they were holding up certain spiritual gifts as better than others.  Let's just say it wasn't a picture of Christ's love and grace.   It's in the middle of all of this that Paul tells them what it means to really love one another. This isn't romantic love (eros), brotherly love (philia), but rather agape love. What is agape love? It's the love that God demonstrated to us and calls us to demonstrate to others. It is unconditional, sacrificial love. There is no selfishness in agape but only a concern for the what is best for the other. Paul is outlining this love to the Corinthian church to give them a word picture of what it could look like. Agape is not a feeling or emotion but rather a choice. We make a choice to love others this way and it requires commitment, faithfulness, and sacrifice without requiring anything in return.   Paul, at the end of his discussion about spiritual gifts, wants to make a very important point.  Yes, you can have a gift of prophecy or a gift of tongues, but if you are using it without love, then it is totally useless.  And, you have missed the point.  These gifts were gifts of grace from the Holy Spirit to uplift and equip the body of Christ.  The body of Jesus on earth should be a picture of his love.  If it isn't, we have a really big problem.  Jesus is love and we are called to be as well.    One of my seminary professors, when teaching on agape love, encouraged all of us to do what he called the Wal-mart exercise (I've spoken of this in previous sermons). Really, you can go to any place the public gathers. It could be the mall, Target, or Publix. He suggested sitting down on a public bench and just watching people go by for five minutes. For every single person you see, say "Jesus died for this person. He/she is infinitely loved by God. I'm called to love this person as well." For me, this is challenging. I have to be very intentional about not falling into the trap of judging the person because of how they look but truly looking at them, trying to see them as God sees them, and then focusing on how God wants me to love them unconditionally too.   This has changed me. God's agape love for me is real. My love for others should be too. What would it look like if all of us who are part of New Hope started to "agape" each other? How would this change us as people? How would this change our relationships? How would this change us as a body of believers and our witness to the world?   Blessings, Pastor Vicki      

In this powerful spiritual talk, Rev. Lee Wolak explores how the mind rationalizes holding on to emotions, beliefs, and habits that no longer serve you. Learn how to stop mental justification, release inner resistance, and step into clarity, freedom, and authentic personal transformation through conscious awareness and truth. Sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations If you find value in what Agape offers spiritually, emotionally, and in community, consider becoming a supporting member. Your recurring contribution helps us continue to share truth, healing, and transformation with the world. Click here to become a supporter: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/recurring-contributions/

In this powerful spiritual talk, Rev. Lee Wolak explores how distraction disconnects us from presence, purpose, and authentic living. Discover practical insights from Zen philosophy, mindfulness, and conscious awareness to reclaim focus, deepen self-awareness, and reconnect with what truly matters. Perfect for seekers of spiritual growth, personal transformation, and inner peace.  Sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations If you find value in what Agape offers spiritually, emotionally, and in community, consider becoming a supporting member. Your recurring contribution helps us continue to share truth, healing, and transformation with the world. Click here to become a supporter: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/recurring-contributions/

Nothing Changes Until You Change explores the powerful truth that real transformation begins with a shift in perception, not a struggle to control circumstances. In this spiritual talk, Rev. Lee Wolak shares practical wisdom rooted in mindfulness, conscious awareness, personal growth, and the psychology of change, revealing how mindset, self-awareness, and inner alignment shape our outer reality. Discover how to release limiting beliefs, reframe challenges, and awaken to a new way of seeing that unlocks authentic transformation, emotional freedom, and lasting inner peace. Perfect for seekers of spirituality, self-development, meditation, and conscious living who are ready to stop waiting for life to change and start becoming the change themselves.   Sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations If you find value in what Agape offers—spiritually, emotionally, and in community—consider becoming a supporting member. Your recurring contribution helps us continue to share truth, healing, and transformation with the world. Click here to become a supporter: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/recurring-contributions/ If you want more information like this, please order My New Book "The Power in You" on Kindle, a printed copy, or the audible version on Amazon today. https://www.amazon.com/Lee-Wolak/e/B09PF5BQNR... Follow me: • Facebook: Agape Spiritual Center • Instagram: leewolak • Twitter: Lee_Agape • TikTok: RevLeeWolak • Podcast: "Rev Lee Wolak" • YouTube: @RevLeeWolak • Email: Info@AgapeSpiritualCenter.com • Website: AgapeSpiritualCenter.com

Transform your life by understanding how expectations shape your reality. In this powerful spiritual talk, Rev. Lee Wolak explores mindset, self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and conscious living through practical wisdom rooted in spirituality, personal growth, and inner peace. Learn how managing expectations reduces suffering, strengthens resilience, and creates clarity for authentic transformation and mindful living. Sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations If you find value in what Agape offers spiritually, emotionally, and in community, consider becoming a supporting member. Your recurring contribution helps us continue to share truth, healing, and transformation with the world. Click here to become a supporter: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/recurring-contributions/

Today, our first letter comes from Nancy who wonders whether awakening to her True nature requires embracing her shadow as fully as her light. She asks if spiritual wholeness means accepting destructive tendencies, or transcending them. Our next letter comes from Rade in Macedonia. Writing from prison, Rade shares how a life of crime has given way to a sincere spiritual practice and a surprising sense of inner freedom. He asks how to truly transform his life and align his future with service, integrity, and spiritual Truth. Finally, Michael leads a guided meditation for the pause that refreshes. ✍️Love Take Back Your Mind? This podcast grows through your support. If you've been inspired by an episode, we'd love to hear from you! Consider leaving a 5-star review or drop a comment. It helps others join this journey of growth and connection

In this powerful spiritual talk, Rev. Lee Wolak explores why feeling misunderstood can be so painful and how it becomes an invitation to deeper self-awareness. Discover how perception, identity, and projection shape our relationships, and why staying grounded in your truth matters more than external validation. A bold teaching on consciousness, self-worth, and spiritual growth. Sign up for my daily thought and weekly newsletter by clicking this link: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/free-affirmations If you find value in what Agape offers spiritually, emotionally, and in community, consider becoming a supporting member. Your recurring contribution helps us continue to share truth, healing, and transformation with the world. Click here to become a supporter: https://www.agapespiritualcenter.com/recurring-contributions/

Niraj Naik is a former U.K. pharmacist who left the pill-for-every-ill treadmill after a debilitating autoimmune illness forced him to rethink healing from the ground up. He restored his health through breathwork, meditation, music, and nutrition—and founded SOMA Breath, a method that fuses ancient pranayama with modern science and rhythm-based music to reduce anxiety, boost resilience, and reconnect people with purpose. With protocols now under study at Cambridge University, his mission is to awaken the body's "inner pharmacy," one breath at a time. Conversation Highlights include: -After years as a pharmacist, Niraj kept seeing patients take more prescriptions yet feel worse—so he stepped away to find a better way. -A personal health crash was the turning point; when surgery and heavy meds were the only options, Niraj looked for a "third path" rooted in breath, meditation, and lifestyle. -The first structured sessions—slow nasal breathing and longer, calmer exhales—gave immediate relief, revealing the body's "inner pharmacy." -Why Niraj chose the name SOMA: rather than reach for substances, create bliss from within by syncing breath, awareness, and the nervous system. -What sets SOMA apart: a sequence of protocols (focus, sleep, pain, emotional balance) that pair rhythm, breath-holds, and intention in a safe, step-by-step way. -Music isn't just a soundtrack—it's the metronome guiding rhythmic breathing and gentle, timed hypoxic holds to build resilience and CO2 tolerance. -In the quiet after an exhale, the mind goes still; Niraj calls this window "scientific prayer," a moment to plant intentions and rewire patterns. -Early data—and ongoing studies at Cambridge—point to rapid, measurable shifts that can be replicated, not just one-off miracles. -A simple try-along: nose-only breathing, a four-count rhythm, and a soft hum to raise nitric oxide and calm the system within minutes. Next, Michael leads a soothing guided practice—grounding listeners in love, gratitude, and an embodied sense of peace.