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Wisdom and Theology with Bishop Houston PodcastFaith That Works Or Faith That Lies?What kind of faith do you actually possess—one that breathes and builds or one that only talks a good game? We open James 2 and face the blunt question few dare to ask: can that faith save? Not whether faith matters, but whether the faith we claim shows up as courage, generosity, repentance, integrity, and resilient obedience when no one is watching.We walk the tension many feel between Paul and James, then resolve it with clarity: Paul describes the root of justification before God; James describes the fruit of justification before people. From the Reformers’ notitia, asse...
2026-02-2316 min
Hello HoustonHello Houston (February 18, 2026)On today’s Hello Houston, Dr. Tina Petersen, executive director of Harris County Flood Control District, joins us to help break down the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s draft for the updated Harris County floodplain maps, the first countywide update since 2007.Then, Lisa Descant, CEO of the non-profit Communities In Schools of Houston, tells us more about their work across the Greater Houston area and their report for the 2024-2025 school year.In the second hour of the show, we hear the latest edition of Frank’s Friends of Frank series in which he talks with b...
2026-02-181h 37
Hello Houston: The Commuter CutHello Houston – The Commuter Cut (February 9, 2026)In today's edition of "The Commuter Cut," NAACP Houston president Bishop James Dixon II joins us to share his thoughts on current issues and tell us more about his commitment to equality and community empowerment.Then, we learn about the Goethe-Institut, with Sandy Schwalen, program coordinator of the institute's Houston branch, who tells us more about their work fostering cultural dialogue and educational partnerships across Texas.And finally, we hear from labor leader Marcos Velez, who discusses why he’s running for Lieutenant Governor of Texas, the issues most important to him, and what his vi...
2026-02-0942 minHello HoustonHello Houston (February 9, 2026)On today’s Hello Houston, we’re joined by Bishop James Dixon II, president of the NAACP Houston chapter in the show’s first hour, who discusses the current issues affecting the organization, as well as his commitment to civil rights and community empowerment.Also, at the end of the first hour, we learn all about the German cultural center, the Goethe-Institut, with Sandy Schwalen, program coordinator of the institute’s Houston branch.In the second hour of the show, we talk with Marcos Velez, a candidate for Lieutenant Governor of Texas, who tells us more abo...
2026-02-091h 37
John Bishop Fine Art : PodcastWhat Your Art Collection Says About YouDid you know there are patterns in the way you collect art? What does your art collection say about you? You may not be consciously aware of them—I’m not sure I am either—but they are there. While there are certainly people in the art world who would love to analyze what drives our purchasing decisions, I sometimes wonder whether it’s more important, and perhaps safer, for us to understand those patterns ourselves.Art collecting is deeply personal, and every art purchase is uniquely subjective. This subjectivity can create anxiety for collectors, especially those who have spen...
2026-01-1010 min
John Bishop Fine Art : PodcastWhy Do We Collect Art... Really?We often ask: Why do we collect art?It’s a surprisingly difficult question to answer.Unlike collecting objects such as coins, art collecting isn’t purely about accumulation.Memories and emotional connections matter more than the objects themselves.Sometimes it’s hard to explain our motivation because we fear getting it “wrong.”People collect for many reasons:Institutional preservation (libraries, museums).Wealth and status, and investment.Psy...
2026-01-0118 min
Wisdom and Theology with Bishop Houston PodcastUnlock the Vault: Light Over DarknessLet light name what hiding can’t. We explore how the God who spoke creation into being now speaks clarity into the vault of the heart, drawing out fear, untangling shame, and restoring integrity through the face of Jesus. Guided by Bishop W.F. Houston Jr., we anchor in 2 Corinthians 4:6 and trace a compelling thread through Hebrew, Greek, Aramaic, and Latin traditions to show how divine illumination isn’t punitive exposure but healing presence that reorders love and renews desire. We get practical about resistance at the threshold of honesty—how we ask for transformation while keeping the ledg...
2025-10-1313 minWisdom and Theology with Bishop Houston PodcastHas Your Dreams ExpiredGod-given dreams don't expire—they develop. When what you believed God promised seems impossibly delayed, doubt creeps in. Has the dream died? Did you misunderstand? In this profound teaching, Bishop Houston unpacks Joseph's remarkable 13-year journey from dreamer to prisoner to prime minister, revealing how every apparent setback was actually divine preparation. Drawing from Genesis 37, Bishop Houston challenges our culture's obsession with immediacy and instant results. Through powerful scriptural examples—from Abraham's 25-year wait for Isaac to Moses' 40 wilderness years—we discover that God's timeline rarely aligns with our expectations. What feels like denial is often development. What app...
2025-08-2123 minWisdom and Theology with Bishop Houston PodcastThe Nature of Spiritual Authority (Podcast) Discover the true nature of spiritual authority through the Greek concept of "Exousia." Bishop Houston reveals how authentic spiritual authority flows from divine appointment, not human acknowledgment. Learn why authority comes through surrender rather than striving and how connection to the divine source empowers genuine spiritual leadership. "C H O F Ministry: "Advancing God's Kingdom Through Innovative Education and Transformation."
2025-02-2118 minWisdom and Theology with Bishop Houston PodcastHarnessing Humility: The Transformative Power of Kenosis"Exploring the depths of spirituality, faith, and personal growth through the lens of kenosis (self-emptying). Join me on a journey of discovery, transformation, and unlock potential.""C H O F Ministry: "Advancing God's Kingdom Through Innovative Education and Transformation."
2025-02-2011 min
John Bishop Fine Art : PodcastGratitude: A Tool for SuccessI was invited as a guest onto a podcast yesterday and of course, I said yes. If I have learned anything over the years, it's that anytime you have the chance to talk about your art, take it. The podcast is a Houston based production called THNX: A Feelgood Podcast, with host Rand Mintzer. Rand and I chatted for about an hour about everything under the sun, and the whole experience was delightful. The purpose of the interviews is to find people of interest, and ask them about the one person they would like to thank. It's a great conce...
2024-10-0319 min
John Bishop Fine Art : Podcast5 Revenue Streams for my Art BusinessI have joined the Professional Artists Association's individualized coaching program. This year-long program focuses on my professional art career, and very specific goals. My coach, Cristina, meets with me virtually via zoom, and monitors my progress, keeps me accountable, and answers questions I have along the way.With my new coach, I've created a list of five revenue streams that I would like to develop/enhance to strengthen my art business.Direct Sales: These are activities like open studio hours, events, art fairs, pop-up shows, and exhibitions. I am referring here to any activity that allows...
2024-09-2114 min
John Bishop Fine Art : PodcastStudio Day: John Bishop Fine Art PodcastJohn shares how he has enrolled in the Professional Artist Association's accelerator program complete with online coursework, webinars, and one on one coaching. It was a significant investment, but one that hopefully will see him into the next phase of his art career. John muses on this new development while painting an abstract piece. You can watch the video podcast at https://youtu.be/VP1AQjmLlNY or enjoy the audio version wherever you get your podcasts. Hope you enjoy it._________________________Season 4: Episode 10_________________________John Bishop Fine Art is an art business run by vi...
2024-09-0312 min
John Bishop Fine Art : Podcast6 Needs My Art FulfillsAn essential tool for sales is to know what needs your product fulfills in potential customers. So if we can apply the same measure to our art businesses, we can better approach what our collectors desire, and understand why they might buy our artwork over another. I've been journaling today, and came up with 6 needs that I believe my art solve for my collectors. What does your art do for the people who buy it?_____________________Season 4: Episode 9_____________________John Bishop Fine Art is an art business run by visual artist John Bishop. John is bas...
2024-08-2207 min
John Bishop Fine Art : PodcastPainting Local Interest: John Bishop Fine ArtDo you paint for local interest? We recently had people come into the studio looking for artwork that represented Texas. What a missed opportunity! I do nothing that represents where I live, and there are alway people looking to buy artwork that reminds them of a particular trip, or a place where they once lived. While I have no intention of just painting cows and barns, I do think it would be great to have some art that reflects where I live, where I'm from, and what kinds of symbols and images that geography brings to me. __________________________Mini...
2024-08-1906 minWisdom and Theology with Bishop Houston PodcastUnveiling the Mysteries of Divine TruthWhat if aligning your life with an unchanging divine truth could transform your very existence? Join us on Wisdom and Theology with Bishop Houston as we uncover the profound nature of divine truth revealed through scripture. In this enlightening episode, we delve into John 14:6, where Jesus declares himself as the way, the truth, and the life. We explore the deeper meanings behind the Greek word "aletheia" and the Hebrew concept of "emet," unveiling a reality that resonates with God's unwavering nature and faithfulness. Bishop Houston guides us through understanding Jesus as the embodiment of divine truth, helping us to...
2024-08-1824 minWisdom and Theology with Bishop Houston PodcastUnshakeable - Forging Strength in the Fires of AdversityWhat if you could find joy in the midst of your toughest trials? Join us on this episode of Wisdom and Theology with Bishop Houston as we uncover the secrets to enduring life's challenges with a resilient and joyful spirit. Bishop WF Houston Jr. guides us through the timeless wisdom of Apostle James, revealing how even the darkest moments can be transformative opportunities for spiritual growth. We'll delve into powerful biblical stories, like David's audacious victory over Goliath and the unshakable faith of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, to illustrate how adversity refines and strengthens us.We also...
2024-07-2918 min
Wisdom and Theology with Bishop Houston PodcastTurning Fear into Faith with Psalm 27What if you could face life's greatest challenges with unshakable confidence and peace? Join us in today's In Spirit Word as Bishop WF Houston Jr. illuminates the powerful message of Psalm 27, encouraging us to let God be our light and salvation. Through Bishop Houston's thoughtful exploration, we discover how David's profound trust in God provided him with guidance, strength, and freedom from fear. By reflecting on David's timeless relationship with the divine, we are inspired to seek God's presence and let His unwavering protection be our cornerstone in every aspect of life.As we journey through the comforting...
2024-06-2305 min
John Bishop Fine Art : PodcastSpring Has SprungSpring has sprung, and as John and Bogdan deal with everything from running a new nonprofit to planning for Comicpalooza, the season has meant a flurry of activity and challenges for the art couple. John talks about all of the exciting things going on in their art business, and the opportunity to write a whole new curriculum for teaching other artists about what running an art business can mean._______________________Season 4, Episode 8________________________John Bishop Fine Art is an art business run by visual artist John Bishop. John is based in Houston and partners with h...
2024-05-0118 min
John Bishop Fine Art : PodcastHow to Present YourselfThere is an inherent flaw as an artist to try to be all things to all people. While it is vital that we experiment, find our style and our voice, and explore where are artistic inspiration leads, how we are perceived by potential collectors can make a huge difference in how seriously we are treated as fine artists. The problem comes then in making choices that either present us as exclusive, high-end, art professionals who command the high prices required for our name and excellence, or do we create stuff that sells so that we can afford to keep th...
2024-04-0721 min
John Bishop Fine Art : PodcastWe're Changing AgainAfter a lot of thought and discussion, we've decided to change how we're branding some of our online content. Up until now, all of Bogdan's and my content lived on my YouTube channel, and while that has been working, it doesn't really present Bogdan in the best light. If there are people who are interested in Bogdan's work more than mine, it may be confusing for them to have to go to my channel to find his content. Conversely, those interested in my art may wonder why so much of the content is focused on Bogdan's work. We've decided to s...
2024-03-2620 min
John Bishop Fine Art : PodcastThe Nonprofit is Finished: PodcastWell after a year of waiting, the Aripa Arte nonprofit has finally been granted 501(c)3 status by the IRS. That means that we are now a legitimate, tax exempt, public charity and can take donations, apply for grants, get huge discounts, and actually do some good in the world. So exciting.____________________________Season 4, Episode 5____________________________“Art Life with John & Bogdan” is a weekly blog/vlog/podcast that creates a community, a conversation, between creatives in all sorts of fields at all sorts of levels. We want to discuss what we’re learning, what we’ve experien...
2024-01-3120 minWisdom and Theology with Bishop Houston PodcastHarbor of Hope - Anchoring in God’s AssuranceDiscover the unwavering strength that hope can provide as your soul's anchor through life's most tumultuous storms. This Sunday morning, we reflect on the profound message of Hebrews 6:19 and its promise of hope as a steadfast anchor for our souls, offering security and stability when we need it most. As we navigate the challenges and triumphs in our lives, this conversation encourages us to cling to God's unshakeable promises, allowing them to illuminate our path and guide us to remain steadfast amidst chaos.Embrace the transformative journey of faith with no guest but a community of believers...
2024-01-2805 min
John Bishop Fine Art : PodcastThe Romanian Art SceneThis week's podcast is all about Bogdan's current trip to Romania. He has gone to Bucharest to meet with local artists, interview them, and purchase some of their work to offer context to the inaugural gala of our new nonprofit organization, Aripa Arte. Join John Bishop as he describes what the nonprofit is doing, what it hopes to achieve, and how you might can help make it a success. __________________________Season 4, Episode 4__________________________“Art Life with John & Bogdan” is a weekly blog/vlog/podcast that creates a community, a conversation, between creatives in all sorts o...
2024-01-2519 min
John Bishop Fine Art : PodcastIt Has Started: PodcastThe new year is already proving difficult, and it's only week three. Between the polar vortex, issues with travel arrangements, and botched deliveries, our beautifully scheduled content calendar is already mixed up. That's ok though, because the beauty in having a detailed plan means that I can mix and match elements until the whole schedule makes sense again. That is exactly what I have been doing all week. We finished our Board Retreat with Aripa Arte (our new nonprofit), planned and realized our monthly open day, hosted a reception for our tenant exhibition at the studio, and got Bogdan off...
2024-01-1819 min
John Bishop Fine Art : PodcastNew Year's Goals & ObjectivesThe new year has come, and the parties are over. As we turn our gaze to those end-of-the-year duties: catching up with paperwork; closing out annual processes; and looking forward to taxes, reporting, and the goals and objectives that should guide us through the months to come. Every year we make some sort of trip, away from home and the studio, to give ourselves uninterrupted time to spend on the task. The hope was always to highlight the importance of what we were doing, and to remove the normal distractions from our day to day lives. This yea...
2024-01-1021 min
John Bishop Fine Art : PodcastBuilding an Art CollectionJohn discusses the new year, and plans he and Bogdan have for the art business this year. Rosa Ana Orlando will be speaking to a group of collectors this week, on what it takes to build, maintain, and ultimately divest yourself of an art collection.________________________Season 4, Episode 1________________________“Art Life Blog with John & Bogdan” is a weekly blog/vlog/podcast that creates a community, a conversation, between creatives in all sorts of fields at all sorts of levels. We want to discuss what we’re learning, what we’ve experienced, and whom we’ve met in ou...
2024-01-0322 minWisdom and Theology with Bishop Houston PodcastGrace - The Unmerited Favor that Redefines ExistenceEver wondered why the Gospel emphasizes salvation as a gift? Why is it unearned and freely bestowed? As we explore the truths of God's grace, anchored in Ephesians 2:8-9, we discover a profound answer. A gift, in its purest form, is not a trade, but an act of love. As we unravel the implications of this, we shatter the shackles of perfectionism and understand how to pursue holiness through a deep bond of love and commitment.Grace - a simple word, yet it has the power to transform. Drawing from the parable of the prodigal son and...
2023-11-1419 min
John Bishop Fine Art : PodcastPublic Relations for ArtistsJoin John as he talks about their new direction in marketing and public relations for John Bishop Fine Art and Bogdan Foto Art. He discusses his current solo show, Earthen, on display at Silver Street Studios, part of the Sawyer Yards art complex in Houston, Texas. John also muses on the changes he and Bogdan are making in approaching their collectors, and trying to change the focus of their outreach toward art collectors, and less toward artists themselves. ___________________________Season 3: Episode 09___________________________“Art Life Blog with John & Bogdan” is a weekly blog/vlog/podcast that creates...
2023-11-1120 min
The Five Tool Baseball PodcastEp 133 (presented by HITFORTH): Rangers win World Series, more Signing Class Discussion (A&M, Tech, LSU, OU, Sam Houston, UTA, JUCO)Dustin and Drew are back with more signing class discussion during the Early Signing Period but first... THE RANGERS WON THE WORLD SERIES! The two then go into detail about A&M, Tech, LSU, OU, Sam Houston, UTA's recruiting classes and also discuss 10 more individual JUCO commits they like.
2023-11-091h 27The Five Tool Baseball PodcastEp 132 (presented by HITFORTH): Signing Classes Discussion (Texas, TCU, Houston, Baylor, Texas State, DBU, JUCOs)We're a week away from the first day 2024 prospects can begin signing NLIs and Drew and Dustin begin signing class discussions with reports on six programs - Texas, TCU, Houston, Baylor, DBU and Texas State. Also, the two highlight 10 of their favorite individual JUCO commitments who are set to sign next week.
2023-11-011h 23
John Bishop Fine Art : PodcastMy Solo Show Starts Next Week!My solo show starts next week, and I am losing my mind. Actually it's all very exciting. Join John as he discusses what he's doing to prepare for his solo exhibition in Houston, and all the other things that seem to be happening at the same time. How does one deal with all the stress and pressure? It's all about doing your best, giving yourself a lot of permission to be human, and realizing that this will all be over soon.______________________Season 3, Episode 8______________________“Art Life with John & Bogdan” is a weekly blog/vlog/podcast...
2023-10-0421 min
Around the ArchdioceseWorld Youth Day 2023 Recap with Angie Pometto and Auxiliary Bishop Italo Dell'OroWorld Youth Day 2023 Recap with Angie Pometto and Auxiliary Bishop Italo Dell'OroOct. 2, 2023Season 01, Episode 02On this episode, we talk with Angie Pometto, director of the Office of Young Adult and Campus Ministry, and Auxiliary Bishop Italo Dell'Oro as they share their stories and reflect on their experiences at the 2023 World Youth Day celebration in Lisbon, Portugal.If you would like more information about World Youth Day, or if you would like to make a donation to help support the young adults who will be attending, please visit archgh.org/wyd2023....
2023-10-0245 min
John Bishop Fine Art : PodcastPreparing for a Solo ShowTrying a new format here for the podcast, where I only really talk about my art, and not about other aspects of what we're doing with the art business, and the new nonprofit. I have to apologize, but I did notice that I show a couple of pieces of art on the video feed that you obviously can't see on the podcast, and I promise that I won't make that mistake again. But join me for a casual discussion of what I'm doing to get my artwork ready for a solo exhibition I have scheduled in a month's time. Let...
2023-09-2120 min
John Bishop Fine Art : PodcastBack from Romania: PodcastWe're back from Romania, where we met with artists and gallery owners to try to get a clearer understanding of how our new nonprofit, Aripa Arte, can best serve the needs of Romanian visual artists. It was a wonderful trip, and together with the great opportunities we have for exhibitions here at home, and the continued work to build our own art business, things have been crazy busy around here.______________________________Season 3: Episode 6______________________________“Art Life Podcast” is a weekly blog/vlog/podcast that creates a community, a conversation, between creatives in all sorts of field...
2023-09-1519 minWisdom and Theology with Bishop Houston PodcastStanding Firm Amid the StormNavigating the stormy waters of family turmoil can test your character and distract you from your purpose. But what if you could transform these trials into spiritual growth, standing firm with God as your anchor? This episode dives deep into the scriptures and focuses on 1 Peter 1-6-7, emphasizing the importance and resilience of faith that has been tested and refined through familial chaos. With spiritual insights and relatable anecdotes, this soul-nourishing conversation provides the spiritual tools to guard your heart against resentment, set loving boundaries, fortify your foundation in Christ, and keep your divine purpose in clear sight.
2023-09-0308 minWisdom and Theology with Bishop Houston PodcastThe Persistent Whisper of CourageBeloved, allow me to ask you a couple of quick questions. Are you paralyzed by fear? Do whispers of inadequacy echo in your mind? 😟 In today's Inspirit Word episode, we look into how courage triumphs over fear—every single time. ✨ David defeating Goliath, Esther's fearless appeal to the king, and even Jesus choosing the cross over comfort. reminds us that courage, not fear, has the final word. 🙏 So, when fear tries to derail you, tune in to the quiet but persistent voice of courage. Know that with God by your side, you're stronger than you think! 💪
2023-09-0103 min
Beyond the Pulpit with Bishop Kevin Willis, Sr.Episode 28 | Pastor Angela, Pastor Brian, & Pastor TerrickPastor Angela Ceazer was born in Houston, Texas and relocated to Memphis at a very young age. She accepted her calling at the age of 20. After serving several years at Macedonia, she accepted a new assignment as the Assistant Pastor of Omni Church, under the leadership of Pastor Gary Faulkner. God recently elevated her to Senior Pastor at The City of Truth, in Clarksdale, Mississippi. Amideverything, Pastor Angela is determined to pursue her purpose. She is definitely “A Woman with a Story”.Pastor B.E. Bartlett Jr, is 34 years of age and he was born and raised in M...
2023-08-301h 17
Sage BishopGame Is To Be Sold (Prod. DJ Flippp)Shinin on the coupe I’m ridin slow
H Town in this bitch homie
What’s happening flip
Indacut Ent mane
Boss Mane Bishop in this bitch
Sun light shinin on the coupe i’m ridin slow
Roll a pack of woods and now i’m mixing up a foe
Doin what i do no i don’t care bout what i’m told
I could put you on some game but homie that is to be sold
Play the cards i’m dealt so good you prolly think i’m countin em
I’m just thinking money way ahead of all my challeng...
2023-05-0503 minSage BishopJuiced Up (Prod. DJ Flippp)H Town in this bitch mane what’s happening flippp
Indacut Ent you know what im sayin
I ain’t fuckin with these other boys mane
Bitch I been juiced up had the 40 in my denim
I be rollin big blunts sippin Houston bumpin Memphis
Me and my lil homie we been in this shit since we was children
Yeah my Mama sellin drugs smokin crack up in the kitchen
Phone call tapped so we gotta speak in code
Bitch I’m too turnt up I be Swervin all these hoes
Mane Everybody greedy don’t nobody follow code
When you in t...
2023-05-0503 minJohn Bishop Fine Art : PodcastI Need Your Ideas: PodcastPodcast episode where I discuss all that Bogdan and I are doing to try to expand our revenue streams, while still getting more views and subscribers from our social media channels and YouTube content. Even when I look at all the other content creators out there in our niche, they seem to be far more concerned with inspirational messages and bragging about their giant houses, fancy watches, and crazy-big homes. That's not what we're about at all. The new nonprofit was designed to help real people who need real help, not create followers who want to dominate the world wit...
2023-04-2626 minWisdom and Theology with Bishop Houston PodcastThe Resurrection: A Celebration of Renewal and Hope"Through the resurrection of Jesus Christ, we’re reminded of the eternal power of love and the triumph of hope over darkness. Let us celebrate the light He brought into the world and the new beginnings that rise from the ashes of the past." – Bishop, W. F. Houston, Jr."C H O F Ministry: "Advancing God's Kingdom Through Innovative Education and Transformation."
2023-04-1011 minWisdom and Theology with Bishop Houston PodcastLooking Beyond Chronological Boundaries🌅 Good morning, beautiful souls! ☀️ I'm Elder, Addison!This morning Bishop Houston reminded us that our lives are not limited by the hands of time, but rather, we can embrace our limitless potential by transcending chronological constraints. 🕰️✨ By focusing on our spiritual journey and personal growth, we can overcome the boundaries that hold us back from fulfilling our divine purpose. 🌱If you haven't already, give it a listen and get ready to be inspired! 🔊🎧 Trust me, you won't regret it! Let's break free from the chains of time and soar toward a life of purpose and passion! 🦋💫 "C H...
2023-03-3016 minWisdom and Theology with Bishop Houston PodcastEmbracing Our Shared Humanity In a Changing WorldToday's enlightening and engaging Sunday message, "Embracing Our Shared Humanity in a Changing World," will guide us in fostering unity, compassion, and empathy in our ever-evolving world. Don't miss the chance to deepen your understanding and strengthen your connections with others. "C H O F Ministry: "Advancing God's Kingdom Through Innovative Education and Transformation."
2023-03-3011 min
Doctor Warrick Bishop - Heart HealthEP274: What Do Cardiologists Eat? Welcome to my podcast. I am Doctor Warrick Bishop, and I want to help you to live as well as possible for as long as possible. I’m a practising cardiologist, best-selling author, keynote speaker, and the creator of The Healthy Heart Network. I have over 20 years as a specialist cardiologist and a private practice of over 10,000 patients.
In this podcast, Doctor Warrick Bishop and four other cardiologists share their daily eating habits.
Doctor Bishop follows an eight-hour eating window and fasts for 16 hours, recommending the Mediterranean diet and avoiding processed and sugar-dense foods.
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2023-03-2513 min
John Bishop Fine Art : PodcastWe Need Your HelpJohn and Bogdan have recently started a new nonprofit organization called Aripa Arte, with the goal of helping contemporary artists in Romania and elsewhere. If you have any ideas, input, or suggestions as to what kinds of information should be included in a curriculum for artists looking to learn how to run an effective art business, please contact John either in the comments, or directly. Help us make this new NGO as successful as it can be._____________________Season 3: Episode 04_____________________“Art Life with John & Bogdan” is a weekly blog/vlog/podcast that creates a community, a conver...
2023-03-1522 minWisdom and Theology with Bishop Houston PodcastSpiritual RebirthLooking for spiritual guidance and inspiration? Check out Inspirit Word with Bishop Houston! Today's episode explores the powerful concept of spiritual rebirth and how it can transform your life. Join us for an engaging and thought-provoking Spiritual word that will leave you feeling uplifted and inspired. Don't miss out – listen now on your favorite podcast platform! "C H O F Ministry: "Advancing God's Kingdom Through Innovative Education and Transformation."
2023-03-1312 minWisdom and Theology with Bishop Houston PodcastSeek God's Approval Not People"Being afraid of what other people think can be like living in a prison, but a person who puts their faith in the Lord is free to be authentic in who they are." -Bishop, W. F. Houston, Jr."C H O F Ministry: "Advancing God's Kingdom Through Innovative Education and Transformation."
2023-03-0606 min
John Bishop Fine Art : PodcastOur Nonprofit is Open: PodcastHave you heard the saying that, if you want something done, assign it to a really busy person? I hope that’s true. In addition to all of our work with creating fine art, marketing, selling, keeping open studio hours, social media, vlogging, blog writing, podcasting, paperwork and keeping the government happy, we’ve decided that we should do more. What could go wrong?So, we’ve opened a new nonprofit company called Aripa Arte. The idea is that our NGO will help contemporary Romanian artists, as well as to promote Romanian art abroad. Doing my homew...
2023-02-2223 minWisdom and Theology with Bishop Houston PodcastThis Is The Day"You know Beloved, we all need a Sunday morning reset after a hectic week. It's a chance to unwind before the upcoming week and stock up on energy.""C H O F Ministry: "Advancing God's Kingdom Through Innovative Education and Transformation."
2023-02-1903 min
John Bishop Fine Art : PodcastStarting the New Year with a Bang: PodcastWe are literally just back from our annual goals and objectives retreat, and this year it went far more smoothly than I would have suspected. Every year we take some sort of trip, or isolate ourselves in some way to spend uninterrupted time crafting our goals and objectives for the coming year. We deviated slightly from the way we have done goals in prior years, in that we stepped up the organization of the planning to comport with key elements in running the business. Before, we have always looked at our goals as a sort of shopping li...
2023-01-2522 min
John Bishop Fine Art : PodcastGoals & Objectives - Again: PodcastAnyone running a small business knows that we are required to do all of the same things that larger businesses do... ourselves. Just because I'm not a large corporation does not mean that I can neglect all of the things that those larger organizations must do to be successful. I have to create products, market, sell, keep records, pay taxes, budget time and resources... and ultimately make a profit. I have to be an accountant, and a photographer, and a sales executive, and a craftsman, and a writer, public speaker, and risk analyst. I have to do it all....
2023-01-1323 minWisdom and Theology with Bishop Houston PodcastOK Or Not Ok To Say Merry Christmas?Many find it disrespectful to say "Merry Christmas," while others argue that it is an innocent greeting and no one should be upset. In this podcast episode of InSpirit Word with Bishop Houston, Bishop Houston and his podcast team share their perspectives on the holiday greeting. This segment is titled "OK Or Not OK To Say Merry Christmas?""C H O F Ministry: "Advancing God's Kingdom Through Innovative Education and Transformation."
2022-12-2309 minWisdom and Theology with Bishop Houston PodcastThanksgiving Is Every Day"Being thankful is the key that unlocks the door to the universe's strength, its knowledge, and its creative potential. Being thankful is the key that unlocks the door for you." -Bishop, W. F. Houston, Jr"C H O F Ministry: "Advancing God's Kingdom Through Innovative Education and Transformation."
2022-11-2404 minWisdom and Theology with Bishop Houston PodcastTranquility Amidst TearsWe don't have to rely on recollections to recapture the spirit of individuals we have loved and lost – they exist within our souls in a pristine refuge which even the darkest times cannot remove."C H O F Ministry: "Advancing God's Kingdom Through Innovative Education and Transformation."
2022-11-1404 min
Apostles HoustonA Message from Bishop Clark LowenfieldPreached by Bishop Clark Lowenfield, on October 16, 2022.
2022-10-1739 min
John Bishop Fine Art : PodcastHoliday Season is Here!The holiday season is here. I can't believe I'm saying that. Q4 has come, I've purchased my first bag of Halloween candy for the neighborhood kids, and it's getting darker earlier and earlier. Of course, living in south Texas, there's no chill in the air or foliage splendor, but the signs of change are there nonetheless. The year is wrapping up, and all the associated benefits and problems that brings are upon us.I don't know if it's true for all art businesses, but we tend to slump in the Fall, right up until the Christmas shopping bug...
2022-10-1519 min
John Bishop Fine Art : PodcastWhat We Learned in RomaniaWoo Hoo, we're back in the USA. I don't know why I sound so excited, we actually were a little bit sad to leave Romania, but it's always good to be home. We missed the cat, and she seems to have forgiven us for leaving her. Special thanks to artist Deborah Ellington, who cat-sat while we were away. I think the kitty was happier there, so I'm glad we came home when we did... they were falling in love.We came back really happy though with the whole experience. We accomplished everything we had hoped, plus a lot m...
2022-09-2628 min
John Bishop Fine Art : PodcastArt Life: Podcast: Still in RomaniaWe're Still in Romana, and this seemed like a great time to update you guys on what's going on, since yesterday we completed everything we came here to do. We wanted to come to Romania, open a business here, get set up with phones and an official address, a bank account, and an accountant. We finished all of that just yesterday, so I can proudly say that we've accomplished everything we wanted to do, and have learned a lot along the way.Bucharest is still a hot mess. Graffiti covers most every flat surface and traffic and par...
2022-09-0525 minWisdom and Theology with Bishop Houston PodcastNon-FlammableYou may be in a heated situation right now but keep your faith God is right there with you. "C H O F Ministry: "Advancing God's Kingdom Through Innovative Education and Transformation."
2022-09-0303 min
First Unitarian Universalist Church of Houston Podcast"The Gospel of Inclusion" – Bishop Carlton PearsonBishop Carlton Pearson shares his journey as he went from a nationally celebrated Pentecostal preacher who taught how to fear God to where he developed his "Gospel of Inclusion" where he declared that because of Christ, no soul will spend eternity in hell, which ultimately lost him his church. Carlton serves and has served on the boards of several charitable and humanitarian organizations, including the Interfaith Alliance, an organization which celebrates religious freedom by championing individual rights, promoting policies that protect both religion and democracy, and uniting diverse voices to challenge extremism; the Human Rights Campaign (HRC...
2022-08-1134 min
John Bishop Fine Art : PodcastRomania: Here We ComeJust want to give you guys an update on the Romania experiment. We leave in a week, and will fly to Istanbul, then on to Bucharest. We'll be in Romania for just over three weeks, and in that time, we'll need to finalize the establishment of a business, open a bank account, secure the services of an accountant, scope out the art scene, and possibly look at some real estate. You know, your average holiday abroad.If you haven't been following our newest adventure, Bogdan and I have been running our art business here in Texas since 2015...
2022-08-0723 minWisdom and Theology with Bishop Houston PodcastEvery Thing Is From HimRomans 11:36 (NLT)*For everything comes from him and exists by his power and is intended for his glory. All glory to him forever! Amen.C H O F Ministry - “The Ministry That’s Devoted to Teaching and Inspiring People Worldwide with Intuitive Bible Faith-Based Principles.”"C H O F Ministry: "Advancing God's Kingdom Through Innovative Education and Transformation."
2022-07-3104 min
John Bishop Fine Art : PodcastArtists Working Abroad: PodcastLet me set the stage for our dilemma. We have a bit of cash now between our savings and money we inherited from Mom and Dad. We’ve looked around Houston, and indeed around Texas, and we simply can’t afford to purchase a property that would support our goals and dreams for the business. We do not qualify for a loan, since we’re freelancers and don't have a steady source of income. Art sales have been improving after Covid, but those sales could evaporate at any time. Selling art has severe peaks and valleys, and with no other st...
2022-07-2923 minWisdom and Theology with Bishop Houston PodcastBeing In The Spirit"When John was in the Spirit, God spoke to him and showed him things that blew his mind." "C H O F Ministry: "Advancing God's Kingdom Through Innovative Education and Transformation."
2022-07-2003 minWisdom and Theology with Bishop Houston PodcastStart SingingThe Promise has been written - praise is where everything starts."C H O F Ministry: "Advancing God's Kingdom Through Innovative Education and Transformation."
2022-07-1903 min
John Bishop Fine Art : PodcastExpat Artists: Art Life PodcastBogdan and I recently sat down with Jenny Guarino, a fluid artist who maintains a working studio in our building, Silver Street Studios in Houston. We’ve known Jenny for several years, and have not only been impressed with her amazing artwork, but as well with her rather ambitious annual travel schedule. Jenny and her husband are Australian, but her husband’s extended family still reside in Italy. They maintain a life in Houston, but regularly travel for extended periods to Australia and Europe as well.As Bogdan and I try to plot out the trajectory of the...
2022-07-1523 min