Lies. Changes. Truth.
"Welcome to Lies. Changes. Truth. I’m your host, BKBlessed, and in this podcast we dig deep into the stories we tell ourselves, the lies we’ve been told, the changes we make and the truths we uncover along the way. Life is a journey, a constant evolution from one version of ourselves to the next. But what happens when the stories we’ve been telling ourselves no longer serve us? When the lies we’ve believed—whether from others or from within—hold us back from becoming our truest selves?The Bible tells us in John 8:32 (NLT), ‘And you will know the...
Everything You Wanted, Nothing You Needed
Host BK Blessed and Pastor Jim Kuipers discuss how the pursuit of money, possessions, and business success can crowd out peace, relationships, and faith. Drawing on personal financial setbacks, business experience, and Christian beliefs, they explore managing money with discipline, resisting comparison and debt, and keeping God and loved ones at the center.
Death Ain’t Fair… But It Can Teach Us How to Live
In this heartfelt episode, BK Blessed explores the themes of presence, grief, and the impact of death on our lives. He emphasizes the importance of being present and authentic, sharing personal experiences with loss and the lessons learned from those who have passed. The conversation delves into the inevitability of death, the value of ordinary moments, and the necessity of living intentionally. Ultimately, BK encourages listeners to honor their loved ones by carrying forward their legacies and embracing life fully.
Who’s Coming With Me
Host BK Blessed and guest Felipe Estrada, also known as Felipe Fades, discuss how friendships, environments, faith, and honest feedback shape personal growth. Through a quick-fire friendship exercise and candid examples from barbering and everyday life, they explore when to keep people close, create distance, or move on - without treating every difference as betrayal. Felipe and host BkBlessed talk through the difficult choices that come with personal growth: leaving familiar but limiting jobs, relationships, and environments, while choosing faith and self-respect. Their candid conversation makes the case for setting boundaries without demonizing people, and for accepting that some...
Your Feelings Aren't Always Telling the Truth
In this episode, BK Blessed and his daughter Imani explore how emotions influence our decisions and how to manage feelings to prevent them from controlling our lives. They discuss the importance of self-control, faith, and making thoughtful choices in the face of emotional moments.
SELFISHNESS WILL COST YOU EVERYTHING
This episode explores the destructive nature of selfishness, how it manifests in our behavior, and the importance of self-awareness and humility in fostering healthier relationships. BK Blessed encourages listeners to examine their own actions and embrace a life of service and love.
From Boys to Men: Why Male Influence Matters
In this episode, BK Blessed and Minister David Calderon explore the vital role of male influence in a boy's development, emphasizing the importance of positive male role models and the impact of fatherless environments. They discuss practical ways to support boys through mentorship, family dynamics, and spiritual guidance, highlighting the profound effects of healthy masculinity.
WHAT GETS YOU OUT OF BED?
In this episode, BK Blessed explores the importance of rediscovering your purpose, embracing your gifts, and living fully alive. He encourages listeners to move beyond survival mode and start participating in their own lives with passion and intention.
DON’T JUDGE THE MANGO
In this episode, BK Blessed shares powerful insights on how appearances can be deceiving and the importance of looking beyond the surface to truly understand others. Using the metaphor of a mango, he explores how we often judge people prematurely and the need for discernment, love, and patience.
ONLY GOD CAN JUDGE ME
In this episode, BK Blessed explores the biblical perspective on judgment, discernment, and love. He emphasizes the importance of judging behavior without condemning the person, and how to balance truth and love in correction.
You Don't Need Anyone Else — The Lie of Doing Life Alone
In this episode, BK Bless and Pastor Manny explore the importance of community, dependence on God, and the dangers of isolation. They share personal stories, biblical insights, and practical advice on how vulnerability and brokenness can lead to true strength and authentic relationships. In this episode, BK Bless and Pastor Manny explore the power of vulnerability, faith, leadership, and community. They share personal insights and biblical examples to encourage listeners to embrace help, trust others, and walk in childlike faith for a more fulfilled life.
Life Is Always Unfair To Me
In this episode, BK Bless explores the myth that life is always unfair and how understanding this can lead to personal growth and resilience. He shares personal stories, biblical insights, and practical steps to move from victimhood to victory.
Broken, But Still Chosen: When God Uses Flawed People
In this episode, Minister CJ and BK Blessed explore the complexities of human flaws, the importance of authenticity, and the lessons we learn from biblical figures like David. They emphasize that recognizing our humanity and imperfections can deepen our faith and connection with others. In this episode, we explore the human side of leadership, faith, failure, and authenticity. Our guests share personal stories and insights on how imperfections and struggles can be powerful tools for growth and connection.
Irreconcilable... or Irresponsible?
In this episode, BK Blessed explores the roots of irreconcilable differences in relationships, emphasizing the importance of communication, humility, and forgiveness. He offers practical advice on how to address hurt, prevent emotional walls, and foster reconciliation, even in challenging circumstances.
The Person Holding You Back Is Looking Back at You
In this episode, BK Blessed and Coach Crank AKA Shaun Crank explore the profound impact of accountability, self-awareness, and emotional intelligence. They share personal stories, biblical insights, and practical advice on how embracing imperfections and change can lead to growth and peace.
I'll Sleep When I Die
In this episode of Lies Changes Truth, BK Blessed explores the importance of rest, debunking the myth of 'I'll sleep when I die' and emphasizing that rest is essential for sustaining purpose, health, and faith.
Broke Isn't Always About Money
In this episode, BK Blessed explores the true reasons behind financial struggles, emphasizing the importance of priorities, habits, and spiritual principles in achieving financial freedom. He challenges listeners to reflect on their spending habits and mindset to build a legacy of wealth and purpose.
Get Out of the Circle
In this episode, BK Bless discusses the importance of recognizing and escaping negative circles that hinder personal growth and spiritual well-being. He shares practical advice, biblical insights, and personal stories to inspire listeners to make intentional changes and pursue their God-given purpose.
Your Opinion Isn't God
In this episode, we explore key issues in marriage and relationships, including intimacy, communication, faith, and covenant principles. Our panel provides biblical insights and practical advice to strengthen your relationship and live out God's design for marriage.
If You Live Off People's Compliments, You'll Die From Their Criticism
This episode explores the profound impact of external validation on self-worth and the importance of understanding one's identity through divine perspective. BK Blessed shares insights on how people's opinions can destabilize us and offers guidance on building a resilient, God-centered identity.
Popularity Doesn’t Equal Effectiveness
In this inspiring episode, BK Blessed explores the difference between popularity and impact, emphasizing the importance of purpose, faithfulness, and transformation over fame. He challenges listeners to reflect on their motivations and prioritize lasting fruit over fleeting recognition.
Stop Dimming Your Light
This episode explores the importance of embracing your true self, shining your light, and living in obedience to God's calling without fear or insecurity. BK Blessed encourages listeners to stop dimming their gifts and step into their purpose boldly.
Little Girl… You Were Always Worth More Than Your Body
This episode confronts the lie that women's worth is tied to their sexual behavior and external beauty. It emphasizes the importance of healing, understanding true value, and embracing God's perspective on identity and purity.
Sleeping With More Women Makes You More of a Man
In this episode, BK Blessed confronts the dangerous lie that more women equal greater masculinity, exploring how cultural myths about masculinity and sexuality harm men, relationships, and spiritual health. He emphasizes the importance of discipline, integrity, and true manhood rooted in purpose and self-control.
You Underestimated Me… Now What?
In this inspiring episode, BK Blessed explores the dangers of living for validation and the power of obedience over ego. He shares insights on how underestimation can be a test of maturity and emphasizes the importance of purpose-driven living.
You Can’t Love Like This
This episode explores the destructive nature of resentment and how it blocks love, peace, and spiritual growth. BK Blessed shares insights on healing from past pain, forgiving others, and embracing freedom to live fully and authentically.
You Can’t Make Them Change (And Some of You Don’t Want To)
In this episode, BK Blessed explores the challenges of trying to change others versus focusing on self-growth. He emphasizes that love doesn't override free will, and true change happens when individuals are ready. The episode offers biblical insights and practical advice on setting boundaries, letting go, and embracing personal responsibility.
If You’re Not Listening, You’re Not Communicating
In this episode, BK Blessed explores the critical importance of listening in communication, especially within relationships. He emphasizes how true understanding requires humility, patience, and intentionality, and offers practical advice on how to listen more effectively to foster peace and connection.
You ARE Your Mistakes
This episode challenges the common notion that you are not your mistakes, proposing instead that mistakes are integral to personal growth and purpose. BK Blessed explores how failures shape wisdom, empathy, and testimony, emphasizing that God's work through imperfect people is central to the Bible's message.
You Are Not Worthy
In this heartfelt episode, BK Blessed shares a personal journey through unworthiness, exploring how childhood wounds, societal labels, and fear shape our self-perception. The episode offers biblical insights and practical steps to confront and heal the inner voice that diminishes our worth.
You Are Not Worthy
In this heartfelt episode, BK Blessed shares a personal journey through unworthiness, exploring how childhood wounds, societal labels, and fear shape our self-perception. The episode offers biblical insights and practical steps to confront and heal the inner voice that diminishes our worth.
One Church. Repent or Remain Divided.
This episode explores the divisiveness within the church based on race and culture, emphasizing the biblical call for unity and diversity in God's kingdom. It challenges believers to confront their biases, traditions, and comfort zones to reflect heaven's multicultural reality.
Episode 48- The Wound Beneath the Flag
This episode confronts the persistent issue of racism, its systemic nature, and the path toward healing and justice. BK Blessed explores how denial, political manipulation, and complacency sustain racial injustice, emphasizing the importance of awareness, responsibility, and active peacemaking.
It's Not Too Late
This episode offers powerful insights for parents and children on healing, forgiveness, and breaking generational cycles. BK Blessed emphasizes that it's never too late for healing, and shares practical ways to foster reconciliation and growth within families.
It's Not Too Late
This episode offers powerful insights for parents and children on healing, forgiveness, and breaking generational cycles. BK Blessed emphasizes that it's never too late for healing, and shares practical ways to foster reconciliation and growth within families.
One Body… or Competing Brands
In this episode, BK Blessed addresses the current state of the church, emphasizing the need for reflection and unity among its members. He critiques the church's shift towards competition and corporate mentality, urging leaders to prioritize collaboration and community healing over individual growth. The conversation highlights the importance of recognizing the church as a spiritual body rather than a business, and calls for a return to the core mission of serving and unifying under Christ.
When God Tells You to Leave What Saved You
In this episode, BK Blessed explores the complex emotions surrounding leaving a church or community that has been significant in one's spiritual journey. He emphasizes the importance of obedience to God's calling, even when it feels painful or disloyal. The conversation addresses the internal struggles faced by individuals who feel compelled to leave, as well as the challenges leaders encounter when members depart. Ultimately, the episode encourages a perspective of grace, healing, and understanding in the face of transitions within faith communities.
Stop Letting Your Feelings Ruin Your Life
In this episode, BK Blessed explores the complex relationship between emotions and decision-making. He emphasizes that while emotions are a natural part of being human, they should not dictate our actions. The conversation delves into the dangers of being led by feelings, the importance of emotional control, and the need for self-examination and accountability. BK encourages listeners to pause and reflect before reacting, highlighting that true maturity comes from submitting emotions to wisdom and truth.
The Lies We Inherited: How Generational Lies Keep Generational Curses Alive
In this episode of 'Lies Changes Truth', BK Blessed explores the impact of inherited family lies and generational curses. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing and confronting these patterns to foster healing and personal growth. Through a series of poignant reflections and scriptural insights, BK encourages listeners to question the beliefs passed down through generations and to choose truth over tradition, ultimately leading to freedom and a healthier legacy for future generations.
Comparison is a Liar
In this episode of 'Lies Changes Truth,' host BK Blessed tackles the pervasive issue of comparison, revealing how it masquerades as motivation but ultimately leads to confusion, insecurity, and a loss of gratitude. Through personal anecdotes and biblical references, listeners are challenged to reject the lie of comparison and embrace their unique journey, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and personal growth.
Episode 41- The Lie That Your Words Don't Matter
In this episode of “Lies. Changes. Truth.” we confront the lie that our words don’t matter and explore how silencing our voice keeps us hidden, disconnected, and stuck in fear. We’ll examine how believing this lie robs the world of our perspective and prevents others from being helped, healed, or encouraged by what we carry. Together, we’ll take the first steps toward reclaiming our voice, understanding the power of our words, and recognizing that speaking up isn’t arrogance—it’s responsibility. As always, we’ll discover how changing our mindset can unlock confidence, purpose, and a deeper impact on...