Untangling the Church: Faith Beyond Political Enmeshment

What is Juneteenth to Me?

“What Is Juneteenth to Me?” Juneteenth is more than a holiday—it’s a spiritual and ancestral landmark. In this episode, Rev. Sharyn Cosby reflects on her family’s roots in Red River County, Texas, where her ancestors lived on a plantation just miles outside Paris, Texas, waiting for freedom that was delayed but not denied. She shares how Juneteenth represents survival, faith, and the resilience of a people who held onto hope even when justice was withheld. Rev. Cosby also speaks with prophetic honesty about her lament for America today—how the nation is taking giant steps backward after generations of progress. From voting rights to racial justice, she calls listeners to remember the cost of freedom and to continue the work our ancestors began. This episode is a blend of history, testimony, and spiritual truth—a reminder that Juneteenth is both a celebration and a mandate to keep pressing toward justice.

Faith Under Review: A Conversation with Rev. Jonathan Fisher on the DoD Decision and Its Impact

n this powerful episode of Living In The Spirit, host Sharyn responds to the recent and deeply troubling announcement that the Department of Defense has removed the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) from its list of approved religious services. Sharyn shares her personal reaction, shaped by her own journey through chaplaincy, VA residency, and board certification, and reflects on the profound pastoral weight this decision places on chaplains serving across military and institutional settings. To help us understand what this means for Disciples chaplains, their ministries, and the future of religious support within the armed forces, we welcome Rev. Jonathan Fisher, the Chaplain Endorser for the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Rev. Fisher offers clarity, context, and spiritual grounding as he walks us through the implications of this decision and the advocacy efforts now underway. This conversation is essential for anyone connected to chaplaincy, military service, or the Disciples of Christ community — and for all who care about religious freedom, pastoral care, and the spiritual well‑being of those who serve

When Institutions Shift

In this episode of Living in the Spirit, we dive into a moment shaking faith communities across the nation: the Department of Defense’s recent removal of an approved religious organization from its list of recognized faith groups. This isn’t just a policy update — it’s a spiritual crossroads. What happens when an earthly institution shifts its stance on a faith community? How do believers stay grounded when recognition is withdrawn? Where is God when systems change, identities feel threatened, and uncertainty rises? Join us as we explore: * What the DOD decision actually means for chaplains, service members, and faith communities * Why institutional recognition is not the same as spiritual legitimacy * How the early Church thrived without official approval * What believers can do to stay rooted, informed, and spiritually resilient * Where hope, clarity, and courage emerge in seasons of institutional change This episode offers wisdom without fear, truth without panic, and hope without denial. If you or someone you know has been affected by this decision, this conversation will bring grounding, perspective, and spiritual strength. Stay Connected Subscribe for more Spirit‑led conversations on faith, culture, and the challenges shaping today’s Church.

Untangling the Church: Faith Beyond Political Enmeshment

n this episode of Living In The Spirit, Apostle Sharyn Cosby uncovers what it truly means for the Church to carry a prophetic voice in the kingdom of this world. We explore how believers can stay Kingdom‑anchored, Spirit‑led, and biblically grounded in a culture shaped by noise, polarization, and competing loyalties. This teaching calls the Church back to clarity, courage, holiness, and distinction — not echoing the world, but sounding like heaven. Topics include: • The difference between prophetic voice and political noise • How the Church loses its voice in cultural entanglement • What Scripture teaches about Kingdom identity • How believers can stay faithful in a polarized age • Why the world needs a Spirit‑filled, prophetic Church now more than ever If you’re hungry for clarity, longing for spiritual grounding, and ready to rise above the chaos, this message is for you.

"Beyond Apology: The Church, Slavery & The Call to Repair”

“Beyond Apology: The Church, Slavery & The Call to Repair” In this powerful episode of Living In The Spirit, Apostle Sharyn Cosby responds to Pope Leo XIV’s apology for the Catholic Church’s historical role in legitimizing slavery—and asks the deeper question: What does true repentance require from the entire Body of Christ? This conversation goes beyond headlines and dives into the spiritual, historical, and moral responsibility of the Church—especially mainline Protestant denominations—to confront their own complicity, tell the truth, and participate in real repair. Apostle Cosby explores: * Why apologies—though important—are not enough * How slavery’s legacy continues through modern systems * What repentance looks like when the wound is generational * What the Church must do in today’s polarized political climate * How believers can walk in truth, justice, and the power of the Holy Spirit This episode is a call to courage, clarity, and Spirit-led action. It’s a call to truth-telling, reparative justice, and prophetic witness in a nation wrestling with its past and its future. Tap into deeper themes: * repentance * church and slavery history * reparative justice * Holy Spirit and justice Subscribe for more Spirit-led teaching, prophetic insight, and conversations that help you live boldly in Christ.