The Consecrated Podcast

In this episode, we ask, "is Jesus actually occupying first place in my heart or has He become an additive?" Beginning in the story of Adam and Eve, we look at God’s original design for humanity—to walk in intimate, dependent relationship with Him. The fall didn’t begin with rebellion alone, but with a deeper shift: Eve questioned her true need for God and chose independence over trust. We unpack how Scripture defines death not merely as the end of life, but as separation from God, and contrast that with Jesus’ words in John 17:3: “Now this is eternal life: that they know you, the only true God.” Jesus defines life itself as knowing God. From the beginning, God was never meant to be an addition to our lives or an afterthought. The relationship between God and humanity was always intended to be deeply personal, intimate, and central. This episode is an invitation to honestly survey your heart: Is Jesus truly in first place—or has He become an additive?

Using the story of Lazarus in John 11, we look at Mary and Martha—two women who loved Jesus and believed in Him, yet only had faith for what they had already seen. They had watched Jesus heal the sick, but resurrection? That felt out of reach. When things became impossible, their hope was limited by their past experiences with God. We talk about how easy it is, in moments of desperation, to rationalize what we believe Jesus might do—boxing Him into what feels realistic instead of trusting Him for who He truly is. Jesus could have healed Lazarus before he died, but He allowed the situation to unfold in a way that invited deeper dependence and revealed a greater dimension of His nature: the One who overcomes death itself. And yet—knowing exactly how He would redeem the situation—Jesus still stopped to weep with them. This episode is an invitation for anyone standing in front of something that feels impossible. A reminder to lift your eyes off the situation and fix them back on the Lord, with whom no impossibility exists. God takes care of those He loves—and you are deeply, deeply loved.

In this episode, we ask a foundational question: what does it mean to live a vibrant life in God? We explore the truth that a vibrant life in God is fueled by love, not obligation, routine, or borrowed faith. Scripture often refers to the people of God as the Bride of Christ, and this language is intentional. It is romantic, intimate, and deeply personal. Through this imagery, we see God’s desire for genuine affection and wholehearted devotion. Just as no bride desires love that is forced or secondhand, Jesus does not desire coerced affection or inherited devotion. He is worthy of love that is freely given. This episode challenges listeners to examine their own relationship with God. We cannot live off the love, encounters, or faith of others. Each person is invited to meet God personally and to develop their own love for Him. That personal devotion is what sustains a vibrant life in God. At the same time, we acknowledge that we cannot manufacture love for God through striving or effort alone. True love for Him is awakened through encounter and cultivated by the work of the Holy Spirit. As we respond to His love, rather than attempt to earn it, our faith becomes alive, intimate, and vibrant.

In this episode, Fedhii opens by sharing a powerful vision the Lord gave him of a house filled to the brim with the palpable presence of God. As the vision unfolds, the conversation turns to consecration and the truth that it cannot exist without a fierce and intentional pursuit of removing the “rodents” in our lives—the small, hidden things that eat away at our devotion and make God’s presence less comfortable in our homes and hearts. We talk about the intentionality required to eliminate anything that competes with our affection for Him, not out of obligation, but out of love. This episode invites us to examine what within us the Holy Presence of God may be uncomfortable dwelling with and to willingly remove it so He may remain. If you desire to invite God more deeply into your life, this episode challenges you to eliminate what is not Him, recognizing that the conscious decisions we make toward consecration communicate a heart turned fully toward God—and He is drawn to that posture.

Inspired by her 10-year anniversary of walking with the Holy Spirit, Biiftuu shares from a recent, personal conversation she had with the Lord about what it means to build history with God—not just belief, but intimacy. We center the conversation around the life of Moses, specifically one of the most pivotal moments in Scripture: the burning bush. We reflect on how the only prerequisite for Moses’ journey with God was simple obedience—he turned aside when he saw the bush. That moment marked the beginning of an ongoing dialogue: God would respond, Moses would respond, and through that back-and-forth, a deep friendship was formed. Over time, their relationship grew so intimate that Moses—who once hid his face in fear at God’s presence—eventually begged to see God’s glory. In Exodus 33, we see the shift: God allows Moses to see His back, a revelation of Himself that had not yet been given to anyone else on earth. Moses’ countenance was forever changed because of the history he built with God. This episode is a call to something deeper than nominal Christianity. It’s an invitation into day-to-day friendship with God—inside jokes, shared history, intimacy, and nearness. How incredible is it that we’re invited into that kind of relationship with Him? And how important it is that we don’t take it for granted.

In this episode, Fedhii begins by sharing a powerful encounter with individuals who were walking through an intense season of trial in their faith. This conversation is for anyone who feels tested, weary, or caught in the tension of believing while suffering. Through the encounter, Fedhii brings clarity to a sobering but deeply biblical truth: our spirit and our flesh are at war with one another, and we cannot feed both. He explains that every believer is constantly making a choice—either to feed the Spirit and live by it, or to feed the flesh and live by it. Scripture makes it clear that these two are opposed, working against one another at all times. Victory, then, does not come from compromise, but from death. The Word calls us to put to death the desires of the flesh, and the victorious man is the one who chooses to do this again and again. What feels shocking—telling those in the midst of trial to “kill your flesh”—is actually echoed throughout Scripture. The faster we die, the faster we win. As the saying goes, “hurry up and die.” As we continue to die to ourselves and remain steadfast under trial, we are storing up treasures in heaven before God and the great cloud of witnesses. Though unseen, there is an offering rising to heaven each time we deny the flesh and strengthen ourselves in the Lord. Every act of obedience, every hidden death, every moment of choosing the Spirit over the flesh carries eternal weight. Scriptures Referenced: Galatians 5:16 Romans 7:22 Romans 8:5 1 Peter 2:11 James 4:1 Ephesians 6:11 Colossians 3:5 Romans 13:14

In this insightful conversation, Ken Helser, a longtime ministry leader and author, shares his journey of intimacy with Jesus and the importance of abiding in God's presence. He discusses the struggles of waiting on God’s promises and offers wisdom on maintaining faith during tough seasons. Ken emphasizes valuing relationship over activity and introduces the concept of the '18-inch Journey'—transforming knowledge from the head to the heart. His reflections on ministry, patience, and God's unwavering love will inspire listeners to deepen their faith.

In a heartfelt conversation, Ken Helser, founder of A Place for the Heart and creator of The 18 Inch Journey, shares his remarkable journey from rock'n'roll musician to devoted follower of Jesus. He discusses how music became an idol in his life, leading to pivotal moments of conviction and surrender. Ken recounts his struggles with drugs, the transformative encounter with Reverend Jack Wilder, and the life-changing decision to quit his band. He also emphasizes the power of hearing God's voice and shares miraculous stories of healing, faith, and the growth of his ministry.

In this episode, we talk about what it truly means to build your house with Jesus. We look at Matthew 7:24–27 — the scripture about building on the Rock — and we get honest about how easy it is for believers to get caught up in the form of building. Sometimes we think we’re building on the Rock just because we’re doing all the “right” things, but in reality, we’ve left Jesus out of the process brick by brick. We dig into how going through the motions can quietly disconnect our hearts, and how Jesus never asked us to build out of routine — He asked us to build out of affection. At the end of the day, the most important part of living this life for Jesus is staying in love with Him. Without love, everything else becomes empty and meaningless. This episode is a call to reevaluate, realign, and put love back in first place, trusting that when our hearts remain anchored in Him, everything else will naturally follow. 

In this episode, we dive into the importance of forgiving yourself and the quiet trap of self-condemnation. Fedhii paints a powerful picture of what it’s like to sit in a prison cell even though the door is wide open—freedom has already been purchased for us, but we often choose to stay inside. Whether it’s fear of God’s punishment or a distorted idea of how to “earn” righteousness, we remind listeners that no amount of self-punishment will ever make us clean. If you’re covered in mud, you can’t wash yourself with muddy hands. It’s God’s kindness that leads us to repentance, not shame. Whom the Son sets free is free indeed, and Jesus is eager to see His children step out of the prison of self-condemnation and finally live in the forgiveness He’s already given.