The Kin-dom Spirit

In this Pentecost teaching, Leah wraps up the Earthly Empire and Divine Kin-dom series by tracing the Spirit’s liberating work across Scripture, history, and today. She contrasts the Tower of Babel (an empire story rooted in conformity and self-glorification) with the Pentecost narrative in Acts, where the Spirit disrupts domination by empowering diverse languages and radical community. Drawing from the legacy of William Seymour and the Azusa Street Revival, Leah lifts up the Spirit’s power to resist racism and empire while building a Kin-dom of mutuality, justice, and inclusion.

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Kin-dom Greatness

Kin-dom Greatness

In this powerful teaching, Leah explores what true greatness looks like in the Divine Kin-dom, contrasting it with the domination and hierarchy of empire. Drawing from the gospel of Mark, she unpacks two parallel stories where Jesus flips the script on greatness, calling his followers to service, humility, and care for the most vulnerable.

Scar Stories

Scar Stories

In this storytelling-centered teaching, Leah weaves together three profound “scar stories” to explore how resurrection, resilience, and healing often show up bearing the marks of suffering. She begins with the familiar post-Easter story of Jesus inviting Thomas to touch his wounds, reminding us that Divine transformation doesn’t erase our pain, but honors it.

Easter Meets Empire

Easter Meets Empire

This Easter, Leah invites us to see resurrection not just as personal salvation, but as a profound act of resistance to Empire. In a time when powerful voices long for modern-day Caesars, Leah contrasts Ancient Rome with the Divine Kin-dom Jesus proclaimed: a vision built not on domination but on relational connection and justice.

Awake with Christ

Awake with Christ

In this teaching of the “Earthly Empire and Divine Kin-dom” series, Leah walks us through the last, harrowing chapter of Dietrich Bonhoeffer’s life: his work in the German resistance, his arrest, and his ultimate execution. Amidst moral ambiguity and deep suffering, Bonhoeffer never stopped seeking Christ’s presence in the complexity of real life.

Discipling Resistance

Discipling Resistance

In this next teaching on Dietrich Bonhoeffer, Leah explores his leadership in the Confessing Church and his efforts to disciple Christian resistance in Nazi Germany. She shares how Bonhoeffer trained young pastors in an underground seminary, centering their faith on intentional community and the radical teachings of Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount.

A Journey of Resistance with Bonhoeffer

A Journey of Resistance with Bonhoeffer

As Lent begins, Leah launches a special series within “Earthly Empire & Divine Kin-dom,” focusing on the life and resistance of Dietrich Bonhoeffer. She examines how Bonhoeffer’s time in New York—studying at Union Theological Seminary, worshiping at Abyssinian Baptist Church, and confronting American racism—transformed his understanding of Jesus and justice.

The Widest Possible Difference

Leah launches the “Earthly Empire and Divine Kin-dom” series by exploring the stark contrast between earthly power and God’s vision for community. Drawing on the story of Frederick Douglass, the warnings of the prophet Samuel, and Jesus’ proclamation of the “Kin-dom of God,” she challenges us to discern the difference between empire and divine kinship. This teaching invites us to resist systems of oppression and build a faith rooted in justice, solidarity, and love.

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A Time of Sacred Preparation

In this powerful reflection, Leah draws upon the prophetic legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. to inspire “A Time of Sacred Preparation.” She explores Dr. King’s teachings on justice, nonviolence, and hope, even in the face of profound disappointment. Sharing excerpts from his sermons and prayers, Leah challenges us to confront the realities of our time with a resilient spirit and a commitment to love. She calls us to embody practices of preparation—prayer, reflection, and grounded action—that align with the Divine’s call for justice and compassion. This teaching offers an invitation to carry forward Dr. King’s vision, cultivating a hope that sustains us in the ongoing work of healing our world.

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Please note: Due to copyright restrictions, we are unable to share the audio or the video for “King in the Wilderness.” At the 24-minute mark of the audio recordings, you will experience about 20 seconds of silence. If you’d like to see the clip which is meant to go in this space, it can be found here on Youtube or on Max with a subscription. The exact clip starts at approximately 32:20 and goes until 37:50.

Epiphany

In this Epiphany teaching, Leah explores the Divine revelations in the story of Jesus’ baptism and how they resonate today. She unpacks three key epiphanies: the way God disrupts social hierarchies, the collaborative nature of Divine work, and the power of the Spirit symbolized by the dove—gentleness, grace, and nonviolence. Leah reminds us that these qualities require strength and are essential for justice and empathy in a fractured world. Reflecting on the challenges of our time, she encourages us to trust our inner wisdom and embrace “dove power” to bring healing and hope. This teaching inspires us to align with God’s heart and embody love and resilience in all we do.

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