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This week we start our series on Spiritual maturity answering the question what does the bible say about making decisions.

This week we look on why people can't enjoy what they have.

This is part 3 of our series on chasing unrealistic dreams. This week we cover 3 mindsets to avoid that can cause you to chase after unrealistic things.

This week we look at 3 things that happens when you chase after unrealistic dreams.

This episode looks to answer the question why people chase unrealistic dreams.

Core Scripture

Itis better to look at what is in front of you than to go looking for what you want. Even this is pointless. It's like trying to catch the wind. Ecc 6:9 GW

Living and working with people is a large part of our lives. Understanding them can help us function better in the environment we work in. This episode explore people culture. 

One thing common about any work or home environment is that they all have a common mindset. Each space may be different but they all have a common way of thinking. We explore the mindset of cultures on today's episode. 

When you enter a new environment several things may be pulling at your attention as you settling in. Do you know what they are? Find the answers in this week's episode as we continue our look at culture. 

This month we start a new series talking about cultures. This week we explore the answers to the question how the bible defines cultures. Whether it is the culture at your workplace, at home or in your community we explore the answers. 

This week we share 3 things that binds all relationships together. This is the last episode in our companionship series. 

Then the LORD became angry with Moses and asked, "What about your brother Aaron the Levite? I know he can speak well. He's already on his way to meet you, and he will be very glad to see you. You will speak to him and tell him what to say. I will help both of you speak, and I will teach you both what to do. Exo 4:14-15 GW

Because of how the law companionship works:

Not everyone is right for you and not everyone is compatible with what you are doing.

This week we take a look at 5 things you need to know about relationships.  This is part 3 of our 4 part series on companionship. 

Companionship is a union that :

Core Scripture:

Two people are better than one because together they have a good reward for their hard work.

Ecc 4:9 GW

This is part 2 or our series looking on companionship where we explore 3 reasons why having the right friends matter. Our core scripture remains Ecclesiastes 4:9 Two people are better than one. 

In this episode we explore issues with:

This video is number one of a four part series looking at what the bible says about companionship. This video looks at the biblical definition of companionship.

To conclude our series about how to put your life in order we take a look at 3 areas of your life that needs to be in order. 

What you believe have significant impact on your behavior. This week we explore 4 things that orderly persons believe. 

This week we explore 3 principles that will help you to put your life in order. 

Besides being wise, the spokesman also taught the people what he knew. He very carefully thought about it, studied it, and arranged it in many proverbs. Ecc 12:9 GW

Interacting with others is very integral to our everyday lives. We meet with coworkers, employers as well as our family members and spouses and so much more. This week we explore several biblical principles to achieve orderly conversations.

Core scripture : 1Co 14:40 GW Everything must be done in a proper and orderly way.

At intervals we have to stop to evaluate where we are and put plans in place to achieve our goals. This week we take a look at how to set your life in order. We explore several biblical principles to achieve this. 

Core scripture : 1Co 14:40 GW Everything must be done in a proper and orderly way.

This week is part two of the series how to build your confidence in God. Its a four part series and this episode we look at the hope building process and 8 instructions to help you navigate a hopeless situation. 

Our core scripture:

1Th 5:8 GW Since we belong to the day, we must be sober. We must put on faith and love as a breastplate and the hope of salvation as a helmet.

This week is part three of the series how to build your confidence in God. Its a four part series and this episode we look at 4 reasons why you should place your confidence in God. 

Our core scripture:

1Th 5:8 GW Since we belong to the day, we must be sober. We must put on faith and love as a breastplate and the hope of salvation as a helmet.

This week is part two of the series how to build your confidence in God. Its a four part series and this episode we look at 4 signs of hopelessness and also the language pattern of a hopeless person.

Our core scripture:

1Th 5:8 GW Since we belong to the day, we must be sober. We must put on faith and love as a breastplate and the hope of salvation as a helmet.

This week we start a new series about how to build your confidence in God. Its a four part series and this episode we define what exactly is hopelessness and what does the hope of Salvation mean.

Our core scripture:

1Th 5:8 GW Since we belong to the day, we must be sober. We must put on faith and love as a breastplate and the hope of salvation as a helmet.

There are times when situations happen that hurt us and cause conflicts between us and other individuals. Dealing with it is never easy. This part 4 and final episode of our art of letting go series we share the impact of hurtful situations can have on our minds and 3 steps you need to take to let go. 

Our core scripture

Lev 19:18 GW Never get revenge. Never hold a grudge against any of your people. Instead, love your neighbor as you love yourself. I am the LORD

This week in part 3 of our art of letting go series we look at 4 reasons why letting go of grudge is a good idea. 

Our core scripture

Lev 19:18 GW Never get revenge. Never hold a grudge against any of your people. Instead, love your neighbor as you love yourself. I am the LORD

This week in part two of our art of letting go series, we explore the topic 4 mindsets that will help you deal with internal conflicts. 

Our core scripture

Lev 19:18 GW Never get revenge. Never hold a grudge against any of your people. Instead, love your neighbor as you love yourself. I am the LORD

This week we start a new series titled the art of letting go: How to deal with internal conflict. This episode in part 1 we explore what causes person to hold a grudge and talk about several reasons why this happens. 

Our core scripture 

Lev 19:18 GW Never get revenge. Never hold a grudge against any of your people. Instead, love your neighbor as you love yourself. I am the LORD

This week we answer the question the difference between meditating on a problem vs thinking about it to find solutions. This episode aims to help you move away from being stuck in a loop not being able to move on from difficulty situations that hurt you. 

Achieving mental clarity is possible with the right tools. In part 3 of the series we explore 4 questions that can help achieve mental clarity and know what you need to do to move forward with your life. 

Mental clarity is important so that we can live our best lives. In part two of this series, we explore 4 things that happen when you don't have a clear mind. 

This series on keeping your thoughts clear explores reasons and share several solutions as to how to keep your thoughts clear. This week's teaching focuses on what cuases people not to have their mind clear. 

Core scripture:

1 Peter 5:8  Keep your mind clear, and be alert. Your opponent the devil is prowling around like a roaring lion as he looks for someone to devour.

This week we will explain how to find satisfaction in what you do. It's the final part of our series on mental rest. 

Our core scripture is from Mark 1: 35

In the morning, long before sunrise, Jesus went to a place where he could be alone to pra

This week we will explain the reason why you may have mental unrest and explore some examples that may lead to you being restless.

Our core scripture is from Mark 1: 35

In the morning, long before sunrise, Jesus went to a place where he could be alone to pray

This week we focus on the foundation of mental rest and what it means. We also share some principles that will help you when you are taking that time to recover. 

Our core scripture is from Mark 1: 35

In the morning, long before sunrise, Jesus went to a place where he could be alone to pray

There comes a time when we reach a place of burn out and need to rejuvenate ourselves. That place of mental burnout is a dangerous place to be and the question is how do we recover and find peace mentally? That's what we unpack in this series. In part 1 we focus on defining mental rest and the principles to achieving this goal. 

Our core scripture is from Mark 1: 35

In the morning, long before sunrise, Jesus went to a place where he could be alone to pray. 

This is the last part of our series on discomfort where we explore how not dealing with these uncomfortable situations can destroy you. 

Our core scripture comes from Revelation 21:4.

He will wipe away every tear from their eyes. There won't be any more death. There won't be any grief, crying or pain because the first things have disappeared.

This is part 3 of our series on dealing with discomfort where we explore the characteristics of discomfort. 

Our core scripture comes from Revelation 21:4.

He will wipe away every tear from their eyes. There won't be any more death. There won't be any grief, crying or pain because the first things have disappeared.

This week we continue our series on dealing with discomfort. In this episode we explore 3 steps you need to take to deal with discomfort. 

Our core scripture comes from Revelation 21:4.

He will wipe away every tear from their eyes. There won't be any more death. There won't be any grief, crying or pain because the first things have disappeared.

This week we start a new series exploring what does the bible say about discomfort. In this episode we will take a closer look at what is discomfort, how the bible explains it and start to look at the promise that God gave about dealing with it. 

Our core scripture comes from Revelation 21:4. 

He will wipe away every tear from their eyes. There won't be any more death. There won't be any grief, crying or pain because the first things have disappeared. 

This week we wrap up our series on the art of listening by exploring the role of a listener and why its important. 

In this week's episode, we explore several things people like to talk about as well as what will enable you to have good conversations with others. 

Have you ever had a conversation with someone, and they talked endlessly about something and were expecting you to do something, and they never said it? Or Your boss tells you to do something and then afterward left scratching your head as to what to do?  This week I explored five things to listen for when conversing with others, so you know how to respond appropriately. 

Have you ever been in a situation where you are sharing something with other people, and they don't seem to get what you are saying? Or are they listening but not understanding what's being said? Well, this week I will share five reasons why people don't listen to others. 

Being a good listener can help us win business, grow our relationships and even resolve conflicts. But there is an art to becoming a good listener and there are 4 principles that can help you become a good listener.  We explore that in detail this week,

Our core scripture is from James 1:19 be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to get angry. 

In part four of our series we look at several reasons why speaking the truth in love is important to preserving your relationships with others. 

Core scripture for this series

Eph 4:15 GW  Instead, as we lovingly speak the truth, we will grow up completely in our relationship to Christ, who is the head.

Key points this week:

How much do you understand about the words you use to say difficult things? In part 3 of our speaking the truth in love series we explore the language pattern that will help you achieve a peaceful outcome.

Core scripture for this series

Eph 4:15 GW  Instead, as we lovingly speak the truth, we will grow up completely in our relationship to Christ, who is the head.

Key points this week:

Sometimes our mindsets and belief systems can affect how we interact with others especially when we have to share something that is difficult to say. This week in part two of our series we explore 5 mindsets that can help you say difficult things in a loving way. 

Core scripture for this series

Eph 4:15 GW  Instead, as we lovingly speak the truth, we will grow up completely in our relationship to Christ, who is the head.

Key points this week:

Have you ever been told something by someone and it hurt you to the core? or have you told someone something and they respond in a negative way? This is something that happens regularly in our daily interactions with other. And this month we start a new series about speaking the truth in love.

Core scripture for this series

Eph 4:15 GW  Instead, as we lovingly speak the truth, we will grow up completely in our relationship to Christ, who is the head.

Key points this week:

This is the final part of our series on peace and we explore 3 principles that will enable you to resolve conflicts with others. 

Our core scripture remains John 14:27.

Joh 14:27 GW “I’m leaving you peace. I’m giving you my peace. I don’t give you the kind of peace that the world gives. So don’t be troubled or cowardly.

Key Points:

If you've ever had conversations with others that end in conflict this episode will show you why and what to do about it. We explore 3 reasons why conversations end badly and what you can do to resolve it. 

Our core scripture remains John 14:27.

Joh 14:27 GW “I’m leaving you peace. I’m giving you my peace. I don’t give you the kind of peace that the world gives. So don’t be troubled or cowardly.

Key Points:

This week we continue our series on peace and explore the mindsets needed to ensure you have a peaceful relationship with others. 

Our core scripture remains John 14:27. 

Joh 14:27 GW “I’m leaving you peace. I’m giving you my peace. I don’t give you the kind of peace that the world gives. So don’t be troubled or cowardly.

Key talking points:

1. It rebuilds ( Zechariah 6:13)
2. Have an understanding
3. Compassionate (isa 54:7-10)
4. Kind

This week we take a look at 4 ways the bible defines peace and how it affects you and your relationship with others. Our main text for this month's series is John 14:27.

“I’m leaving you peace. I’m giving you my peace. I don’t give you the kind of peace that the world gives. So don’t be troubled or cowardly.

Key talking points:

1. An act of righteousness (isa 32:17)
2. a spiritual attitude that leads to life (rom 8:6)
3. the act of resolving a conflict / restoring relationships (2 cor 5: 18 -21)
4. removing hostility and becoming one ( eph 2:14-17)

This week we start a new series on purpose discovery with our special guest Anjuii James Sawyers. She shares with us 5 questions to ask when discovering your purpose.

You can find her on Instagram @iamanjuii

This week we conclude our series on working for Christ with a look on 4 ways to strengthen your team and team leaders. 

This week we want to look on several ways to prepare yourself and your team to serve. 

This week we look at the mindset of persons who want to work for Christ. 

This week we make a comparison as to the reasons why teams don't grow. Whether you're doing nonprofit work, work in the church, or at your job these reasons will show why you're not making any progress. This is part two of the working for christ series. 

This week we start a new series titled working for christ. In this episode, we look at 3 principles that will help you work effectively for christ. 

Our scripture is Romans 12:4-5 

4 Our bodies have many parts, but these parts don’t all do the same thing. 5 In the same way, even though we are many individuals, Christ makes us one body and individuals who are connected to each other.

This week we take a closer look on what the bible says about how to stay focus. We explore several principles that can help you achieve your goals and targets. 

In this week's episode we look at 5 reasons why persons cant focus on their life to execute their work. This is big as many persons could be doing alot more for God and feeling fulfilled by their work but these reasons are preventing them from achieving it. 

This week we look on 6 areas to focus on when you are building a purpose-driven life.  Our core scripture is taken from 1 Timothy 4:16 Focus on your life and your teaching. Continue to do what I've told you. If you do this you will save yourself and others.

This week we take a look at why you should pay close attention to yourself so you can grow. Our core scripture is taken from 1 Timothy 4:16 Focus on your life and your teaching. Continue to do what I've told you. If you do this you will save yourself and others. 

This week, we conclude our series showing you what the bible says about designing a purpose driven life. This episode will focus on what you need to do to stay focus on your purpose.  We will be focusing on 1 timothy 4:16.

Focus on your life and your teaching. Continue to do what i've told you, if you do this you will save yourself and others.

This week, we take a closer look at 5 things that can cause you not to live a purpose driven life.  We will be focusing on 1 timothy 4:16.

Focus on your life and your teaching. Continue to do what I've told you, if you do this you will save yourself and others.

This week, will focus on 6 areas you will need to examine when you are designing a  life based on our purpose.  We will be focusing on 1 timothy 4:16.

Focus on your life and your teaching. Continue to do what i've told you, if you do this you will save yourself and others.

This week, we will start a new series showing you what the bible says about designing a purpose driven life. This episode will focus on why we need to live a life based on our purpose.  We will be focusing on 1 timothy 4:16. 

Focus on your life and your teaching. Continue to do what i've told you, if you do this you will save yourself and others. 

Where you live and work has a role to play in helping your discover your purpose. This week we explore the various ways you can use your unique gifts to serve your community at work, home and church. Our core scripture is Genesis 1:26 and Genesis 2:15. 

Do what you love and you'll never work a day in your life is a popular quote that speaks to finding a job that makes you come alive. That's the focus for this week as we continue our purpose discovery series. Our core scripture is Genesis 1:26 and Genesis 2:15. 

A large part of discovering purpose is how do you intend to live your life. In this podcast episode we explore what this means and how it affects the bigger picture of discovering your purpose. This is part two of the purpose discovery series. Our core scripture is Genesis 1:26 and Genesis 2:15. 

At some point everyone ask the question what is my purpose in life? this podcast episode looks at this question in this new purpose discovery series. Our core scripture is Genesis 1:26 and Genesis 2:15. 

When you're in difficulty it is easy to get distracted and forget about God totally. It's understandable, but why does this happen and what should you do about it. We explore this question in this week's episode. 

All Christian you made the decision to do things differently at conversion. Each believer has full access to the weapons or tools to handle simple and complex problems. Over time the believer is expected to fight smarter and win victories without much effort. Patient optimistic action makes the believer sober. We look at this issue on this week's episode. 

Distractions can prevent us from dealing with important issues that we face on a regular basis. It can cripple us as well as damage our careers and families in the process. How does the bible define these distractions and what happens when we don't move on? We answer that question on this week's episode. 

God has given us dominion over all the earth. Jesus also told us that he has given us authority over everything so that when we use his name things will happen. What does that mean? we take a closer look at this question on this week's podcast. 

All commitments in the bible are governed by covenants. How does it work what does the bible say about it we explore this in this weeks episode. 

When you make a commitment to do something it has expectations. But what does the bible say about the expectations of a commitment? Find out in this weeks episode. 

This week we take a closer look at the 3 types of commitment found in the bible. How they affect our everyday life and what we should be doing going forward based on scripture. 

This week we take a closer look at how the bible defines commitment and how important it is to keep the commitments we have made. 

Deu 7:8  You were chosen because the LORD loved you and kept the oath he swore to your ancestors. So he used his mighty hand to bring you out. He freed you from slavery under Pharaoh (the king of Egypt).

Whenever we face difficulty we need help to navigate the issue. Having the right source of information or someone we can  turn to for council can help us move forward. Jesus describes himself as the bread of life meaning the source of sustenance what did he meant? We explore this topic in this week's podcast. 

Have you ever had an unresloved issue say with a friend, or have an outstanding loan that has been forgiven? How we respond to these kind of situations is critical to restoring our relationships. Responding to God's love in the same manner is critical to restoring our relationship with him. Its a sign of faith and helps us move on without the added burden of conflict. We explore this topic in this week's podcast. 

A strained relationship is never a good thing. Conflicts go unresolved and bitterness and unforgiveness rule the day. But how do you go about restoring relationships and what are the steps to do so that are found in scripture? We explore these and other questions in this week's podcast. 

God's love for us is demonstrated every day in so many ways. But what does the bible say about how you should love others? What does it look like and how do you apply it. This week's podcast explains what this means. 

Making decisions can be hard with the relevant information. But there comes a point when you have to make up your mind and decide what are you going to do in a given situation. We explore how to make those decisions on this week's episode. 

Ecc 2:3  I explored ways to make myself feel better by drinking wine. I also explored ways to do some foolish things. During all that time, wisdom continued to control my mind. I was able to determine whether this was good for mortals to do during their brief lives under heaven.

Ecc 7:18  It's good to hold on to the one and not let go of the other, because the one who fears God will be able to avoid both extremes.

There is a right way and a wrong way to operate in any situation. Each response will bring different consequences good or bad. Knowing the result of each will help you make better decisions. How you find out is by studying the word to explore the situation.

Ecc 1:13  With all my heart I used wisdom to study and explore everything done under heaven. Mortals are weighed down with a terrible burden that God has placed on them.

Every activity in a person's life must be planned for. Each activity must be given time to be done. This will ensure that your life is orderly and your days have peace. We explore that topic on this week's episode. 

I thought to myself, "God will judge righteous people as well as wicked people, because there is a specific time for every activity and every work that is done." (Ecc 3:17 GW)

I know the plans that I have for you, declares the LORD. They are plans for peace and not disaster, plans to give you a future filled with hope. (Jer 29:11 GW)

Shifting course is one of the most important things in life. Changing how you operate or your mindset is vital to this process. A key component is knowing the right time to shift and where you need to go. Putting the necessary measures in place will help you reap the benefits of the shift. We explore 

Mat 16:2-3  He responded to them, "In the evening you say that the weather will be fine because the sky is red.  (3)  And in the morning you say that there will be a storm today because the sky is red and overcast. You can forecast the weather by judging the appearance of the sky, but you cannot interpret the signs of the times.

In order for people to be effective, they need to place a time on every activity. Once that is done they must act appropriately during that time. Acting appropriately means you will know how to deal with whatever situation comes. It also means you'll have a clear idea of what is to be done when. We explore this topic this week on the podcast. 

(Ecc 8:5)  Whoever obeys his commands will avoid trouble. The mind of a wise person will know the right time and the right way to act.

(Ecc 8:6) There is a right time and a right way to act in every situation. Yet, a terrible human tragedy hangs over people.

Have you ever faced a situation where you not sure what to ask God for? Have you ever been trying to navigate a difficult time and it has affected your prayer life? A simple change to how you read the bible can have a huge impact on how you pray. Listen this week's episode to learn more. 

Making prophetic declarations and giving thanks is a natural part of the praying cycle when interacting with God. It helps us to speak forth what God wants to happen in the earth. We explore the concept in this week's episode. 

Have you ever wonder why you can't have piece of mind especially when you encounter a negative situation? That has to do with how we respond. some persons complain about the situation to friends, family members or even to God and never experience the beauty of prayer. Thank is asking God for help to resolve whatever the issue is at the time. We explore why in this week's episode. 

Have you ever found yourself having difficulty sleeping at night? Do you find yourself restless and cant pray? This episode is part one of 5 that shares 5 keys to an effective prayer life. Its part of a teaching titled interacting with God.

What does the bible say about giving to the poor? Why is it important? we explore this question in this week's episode. 

Have you ever needed some extra money because of unexpected circumstances? Do you have a financial safety net in place? This week we explore the topic of why it is important to create an emergency fund.

Have you ever wondered about some of the ways you can use your money to honor God? We explore this question in this week's podcast episode.

Core scripture: Provers 3:9-10

Have you ever been in a situation where you have more bills than money? are you struggling to make ends meet then this episode explores what the bible says about how you can solve that problem.

Core scripture is Luke 14: 28 - 29

How do you keep your relationships alive? How do you ensure that you adding something to a relationship? We explore these questions in this week's episode. 

What do you do after you have resolved a conflict? How you treat the person? We explore this question on this week's podcast

Have you ever reach the point of walking away from your relationship? Well, this week we explore why and what to do about it. 

How do you react when something bad happens to someone who caused you pain? Do you rejoice or are you concerned? What does the bible say about it? We discuss that in this week's episode. 

Have you ever been hurt or had a negative experience that lives in your memory for years ? In this episode we talk about those sitatuons and how to over come it. 

Have you ever get irritated when your spouse, children or coworkers ask you something or suggest something to you? DO you have a short temper? This episode talks about how to deal with that.

Selfishness can destroy relationships and cause conflict. So what does bible say bout selfish behavior? we explore this question on this week's podcast.

Rude behavior can cause embarrassment and destroys a persons character. This episode we explore what the bible says about rude behavior and how to approach conflict in a way that builds the relationship instead of destroying it. 

Arrogance can cause a huge divide in relationships. This week we look at what does the bible say about arrogant behavior. 

How seeking a reward for what you do is recipe for disaster in a relationship. I explore the topic on this week's podcast. 

What does the bible says about Jealousy? We explore the topic in detail in this week's episode

This episode explores what the bible say about being kind. What are the benefits and other concepts that comes with kindness. 

This episode explores what does the bible say about being patient with people. Talking points include what causes inpatients, steps to become patient and the benefits.

In this episode we explore what does the bible say about me from the perspective made in his image. 

Some of the major talking points include:

Joh 5:44  How can you believe when you accept each other's praise and don't look for the praise that comes from the only God?

Describe the action of seeking approval from others.

How do you know if you are seeking from others?

Joh 12:43  They were more concerned about what people thought of them than about what God thought of them.

What happens when you are in this state?

What should you do if you should not seek approval from other people?

Major talking points from this weeks episode

Joh 3:19-20  This is why people are condemned: The light came into the world. Yet, people loved the dark rather than the light because their actions were evil.  (20)  People who do what is wrong hate the light and don't come to the light. They don't want their actions to be exposed.

How do you know if you are living in self denial

2Ti 4:3-4  A time will come when people will not listen to accurate teachings. Instead, they will follow their own desires and surround themselves with teachers who tell them what they want to hear.  (4)  People will refuse to listen to the truth and turn to myths.

If you ever have difficulty believing in yourself and God this week's episode takes a closer look at why.

This weeks episode looks at how a lack of self-confidence affects our relationship with God and our loved ones.

Reference scripture: Acts 19:9

Lack of self-confidence can have a negative impact on your life and relationship with God. This episode dives deep into what low self-confidence look like from a biblical perspective and how to address the issue. 

This episode takes a biblical look at what causes unbelief and self-doubt in God.