Kingdom Over Culture Podcast

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when you stop asking God to co-sign your plans and start letting Him lead? We’re back with a fresh chapter of Kingdom Over Culture, welcoming Marissa as our new co-host and naming the tension so many of us feel: living for Jesus while culture rewards shortcuts, performance, and noise. Together we map a better way—rooted, honest, and fruitful.We start with Jacob’s story, a mirror for modern detours. He knew God’s promise and still grabbed it the wrong way, spending years untangling the fallout. That same pattern shows up when we move “near” obedience, carry secret idols, and confuse hustle for faith. Then we turn to Colossians, where Paul cuts through spiritual fog and syncretism with simple clarity: be filled with the knowledge of His will, walk worthy, and let your life bear recognizable fruit—endurance, patience, joy, and gratitude. We talk discernment in an age of viral “words,” why some revelations are for formation not the timeline, and how to anchor identity in Christ when algorithms reward spectacle.This conversation gets real about weakness too—career shifts, divorce, ministry pressure, and the myth of unbreakable strength, especially for Black women. We share how dependence on God isn’t defeat; it’s the doorway to true power. Think of holding a rope loosely: when God pulls, open hands prevent burn and make room to receive the next assignment. Along the way, we name spiritual warfare that tried to shut our mouths, the community that held up our arms, and the steady patience of a God who qualifies us and transfers us from striving to surrender.If you’ve been craving a faith that’s quieter than the feed but stronger than the storm, you’ll feel at home here. Subscribe, share this with a friend who needs courage, and leave a review telling us: where are you choosing kingdom over culture this week?

Send us Fan MailWe often talk about being "in the world but not of it," but what does that actually look like in our daily lives? In this soul-stirring conversation, Ashley Potter welcomes her mother Shana back to continue their exploration of what it truly means to choose Kingdom over culture in regards to suffering.Starting with Romans 12:1-2, they unpack the radical idea that true worship isn't just what happens during a Sunday service—it's offering your everyday, ordinary life as a living sacrifice to God. "Don't become so well-adjusted to your culture that you fit in without even thinking," they quote from The Message translation, highlighting how easily believers can unconsciously adopt worldly values and mindsets.The mother-daughter duo tackles the often-neglected topic of sanctification—the ongoing process of becoming more like Christ after salvation. While many contemporary teachings focus heavily on grace and blessing, they boldly address the necessary work of putting off the old self and putting on the new. "There is work for us to do in Christ," Ashley emphasizes. "Jesus did a work. Now it's time for us to work."What makes this episode particularly powerful is the raw vulnerability shared between them. Shana opens up about her journey with kidney failure and how that suffering deepened her relationship with God in ways that comfort never could. "If He always took the pain away, I wouldn't have cried out to Him as much as I did," she reflects. Meanwhile, Ashley transparently discusses her recent struggle with God's direction to close her business, admitting her initial resistance but eventual surrender.Their conversation flows into practical discussions about modern idols—from social media and entertainment to careers—and how easily these good things can replace our devotion to God. They challenge listeners to examine their daily choices, priorities, and even small interactions with strangers as opportunities to reflect Kingdom values rather than cultural norms.Whether you're new to faith or have been walking with Christ for decades, this conversation will inspire you to reassess what truly guides your life decisions. Are you living according to the kingdom of this world or the Kingdom of God? Take a step toward intentional, Kingdom-focused living by diving into this thought-provoking episode today.

Send us Fan MailHave you ever felt caught between two worlds—trying to follow Jesus while being bombarded by cultural messages that pull you in the opposite direction? That tension sits at the heart of this inaugural episode of Kingdom Over Culture, where host Ashley Potter and her mother Shana Ruff dive deep into what it truly means to live as kingdom citizens in today's world.Starting with the challenging words of 1 John 2:15-17—"Do not love the world or the things in the world"—this mother-daughter conversation unpacks the profound differences between God's kingdom values and the world's systems. They tackle head-on the three worldly temptations that constantly vie for our allegiance: desires of the flesh, desires of the eyes, and the pride of life. With refreshing honesty, Ashley shares her own struggles with self-control and trusting God's provision when it contradicts cultural definitions of success.What sets this discussion apart is how practical it becomes. From parenting decisions to career choices, from community building to Scripture reading habits, Ashley and Shana explore what "exercising righteousness" looks like in everyday moments. They challenge listeners to consider whether they're merely adding God to their schedule or truly building their lives around His kingdom priorities. As Shana poignantly observes, "What we think is valuable, God thinks we should walk on"—a perspective-shifting statement that makes us reconsider everything we chase after.Whether you're new to faith or have been walking with Christ for decades, this conversation offers both challenge and encouragement for the journey. You'll walk away with a fresh understanding of what it means to be "in the world but not of it" and practical wisdom for choosing God's kingdom over culture every single day. And don't miss the promise of part two, where they'll tackle the difficult but transformative topic of suffering in the Christian life.Ask