Kingdom Influencing Podcast

Hi, My name is Derek L. Calhoun. I will be your host for the Kingdom influencing Podcast; however, I hope to transcend the title of Host over the next coming weeks. My goal is to be a Father figure to some, a coach, mentor and or Pastor to others and a funnel of wisdom to the listening audience. I plan to wear a variety of hats as needed to help you advance your daily lives. I would also like to inspire, inform and invigorate. We will surf or delve into a wide range of topics including Business Development, Marriage and Dating, Leadership, Christian Living and Practical Theology just to name a few. I will also have special guest that will add value to our lives. Allow me to introduce myself. I dabbled around the field of law for a season. I then discovered education and my penchant for shaping the next generation. In education, I worked as an English Instructor, a Consultant, an Adjunct Professor, a Policy Advocate for Educational Reform and a Dean of Students. I spent 20 years helping and encouraging, people in the Northeast as the Pastor of the historic, Grace Baptist Church in Norwalk, CT and the Co-founder of New Vision International Ministries, a trend -setting, non- denominational church in Bridgeport, CT. Currently, I am an author of a new book, “Pressing Into the Power”, which should be released shortly and I am an Executive Strategist, helping executives develop modern day solutions for modern day problems. At the end of the day, I am a man who has been around the block a few times, who is currently reinventing himself. I have a vested interest in seeing you succeed in life and I pray that you will let me speak life into your divine destiny.-

Welcome to our podcast!
My name is Derek L. Calhoun. I will be your host for the Kingdom influencing Podcast; however, I hope to transcend the title of Host over the next coming weeks. My goal is to be a Father figure to some, a coach, mentor and or Pastor to others and a funnel of wisdom to the listening audience. I plan to wear a variety of hats as needed to help you advance your daily lives. My goal is to encourage, inspire, inform, invigorate and impart. We will surf or delve into a wide range of topics including Business Development, Marriage and Dating, Leadership, Christian Living and Practical Theology just to name a few. I will also have special guest that will add value to our lives. Allow me to introduce myself. I dabbled around the field of law for a season. I then discovered education and my penchant for shaping the next generation. In education, I worked as an English Instructor, a Consultant, an Adjunct Professor, a Policy Advocate for Educational Reform and a Dean of Students. I spent 20 years helping and encouraging, people in the Northeast as the Pastor of the historic, Grace Baptist Church in Norwalk, CT and the Co-founder of New Vision International Ministries, a trend -setting, non-denominational church in Bridgeport, CT. Currently, I am an author of a new book, “Pressing Into the Power”, which should be released later this year. I am also an Executive Strategist, helping executives develop modern day solutions for modern day problems. At the end of the day, I am a man who has been around the block a few times, who is currently reinventing himself. I have a vested interest in seeing you succeed in life and I pray that you will let me speak life into your divine destiny.
Episodes
Episodes



Friday Apr 02, 2021
"The How" - Stages of Development
Friday Apr 02, 2021
Friday Apr 02, 2021
This an examination of how to walk in a victorious lifestyle overcoming all the obstacles and challenges that steal the dreams and aspirations of people. Step by step directions to creating pathways for the completion of the task that God has given us and while breaking the yokes of frustration that disrupt and detour us on that road to completion. This simple, yet systemic approach will add grace to the hearer!



Friday Mar 26, 2021
Escapism vs. The Art of Escape Part 2
Friday Mar 26, 2021
Friday Mar 26, 2021
This episode continues laying the foundation for confronting life's challenges head-on without fear and doubt! It takes a look at a legendary illusionist, who allowed people to create inescapable "death traps" for him to escape. He met each challenge with vision and confidence and became a world-renown escape artist. This was his plight in spite of the fact that he was born in poverty. He overcame his circumstance and his seasonal situations. All things are possible to those who believe even in a pandemic!



Friday Mar 19, 2021
Escapism vs The Art of Escape Part1
Friday Mar 19, 2021
Friday Mar 19, 2021
Escapism vs The Art of Escape Part1 examines the heightened use of negative vices and detrimental behavioral patterns that are associated with the stresses of Pandemic living. Being in closed quarters, limited fellowship, being unable to go to school and socialize can have a negative effect on both children and adults. Unfortunately, the result of this kind of long-term communal isolation can have devastating effects causing us to overindulge in escapism. Is there a solution to escapism? Let's find out.



Friday Mar 12, 2021
Fight For Your Opportunity
Friday Mar 12, 2021
Friday Mar 12, 2021
This episode explodes with insight, wisdom and motivation to doing something different to bring about different results in the middle of a pandemic. God has a plan for your life and it is for a purpose with an expected end. Pray to get a word from God and start on a journey that will take you along the pathway to purpose and destiny.



Friday Mar 05, 2021
Let It Burn
Friday Mar 05, 2021
Friday Mar 05, 2021
Let it Burn explores the tragedy of being tethered to your past. It speaks to the person who harbors grudges and or animosity like "Linus's blanket". It time to let the past go so you can embrace your future. It is time to forgive and forget so you can move forward. Drop your blanket, release the thoughts you have been holding hostage and say hello to the future you thought you lost.



Friday Feb 26, 2021
"Insatiable"
Friday Feb 26, 2021
Friday Feb 26, 2021
Insatiable examines the sociological context of Society and Culture that struggles with contentment. It draws conclusions about the inability of humanity to be satisfied by the tangible world or material possessions. Lastly, suggestions are made to aid people in living in a space
that surpasses living their best life!