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The Life AlleyJesus, Jeans & Jollof: Faith in Everyday Things -Colossians 3:17 ✨ Ecclesiastes 3:13What do your favorite jeans, a fire plate of jollof, and dancing to gospel afrobeats in your room have in common? 👀They can all be acts of worship. Yup. Even the jollof. 😌🍚In this joyful episode of The Life Alley, Marion unpacks what it means to find God in the everyday—the little things, the big laughs, the perfectly laid twist out, and yes… the beat drop that makes you do a praise-dance-dougie combo. 🎶💃🏾Because faith isn't just for the deep, serious moments. It’s for the brunch tables, the laundry days, the cute outfits, and the he...2025-04-2214 minThe Life AlleyJoy In the Little Things- Philippians 4:4 ✨ Psalm 16:11This week on The Life Alley, we’re taking a joy ride—literally! 😄 Whether you’re in your waiting season, training season, or even your broke season (👀 shoutout to the struggle bus), this episode is all about finding real joy in life’s everyday moments.Marion keeps it 💯 as she shares the beauty of choosing joy—not the loud, Instagrammable kind, but the deep, steady, God-given kind that anchors you in every season.From laughter to low points, grocery store wins to quiet prayers—joy is there. You just have to look for it. 🌼Ready to laugh, reflec...2025-04-1525 minThe Life AlleyChurch Chronicles: The Things Nobody Talks About!In this hilarious episode of The Life Alley 🎙️, Marion is joined by the one and only Marve 😜 as they spill the tea on the unspoken (and wildly relatable) moments that go down in church! 🙌 From sneaking in late and somehow making a scene to the real drama of church fashion fails, this episode is packed with laughs and memories you won't be able to forget. 💃🏽✨Get ready for a rollercoaster ride as they dish on everything from the awkward walk of shame to the mystery rice and stew that’s a trust exercise in disguise. 😳 Why is it always that Auntie's...2025-04-0259 minThe Life AlleyFashion & Faith: Dressing for God or Culture? - 1 Timothy 2:9👗✨ Can Christians be stylish and modest? Does God have a Sunday dress code? And why is modesty always a women’s conversation when some of these men are out here in extra-tight church suits?! 👀In this fun, real, and slightly controversial episode of The Life Alley, dive into the world of fashion in the church—from what the Bible says about modesty to whether God cares about our drip. 💦We’re tackling the big questions:👖 Does dressing modestly mean dressing boring?🙅🏽♀️ Are we dressing to honor God or just for the ‘fit check’?🙌🏽 And how do we balance faith, f...2025-03-2543 minThe Life Alley“God, Is This the One? Love, Dating & Waiting Well” 🎙️💖Dating as a Christian is different. We’re out here trying to balance waiting on God while also not ignoring red flags just because someone can quote John 3:16. 🤦🏽♀️So how do you know if someone is from God or just sent to test your patience?In this episode, we’re diving into:✔️ How to recognize when someone is actually from God✔️ The red flags you cannot ignore 🚩✔️ How to wait well and enjoy singleness (yes, it’s possible!)Whether you're single, dating, or deep in a “what-are-we” situation, this one’s for you! Grab your coffee, tea, or ho...2025-03-1846 minThe Life AlleyWaiting on God—When the Timeline Ain’t Timelining!⏳ "God, are You on dial-up?!" If you’ve ever felt like you’re stuck in a waiting season—refreshing your prayers like a slow-loading webpage—this episode is for you!Join me, Marvellous and Emmy as we talk about the struggles of waiting on God while keeping it real, raw, and ridiculously funny about waiting on God’s timing when patience is running thin.🔥 In this episode, we’re tackling:✔ Why does God make us wait? (Hint: It’s not just to build your character… but also, yes.)✔ What to do while waiting (because sitting around is...2025-03-111h 04The Life AlleyWork in Progress: Faith and Purpose in the Hustle (Birthday Edition🥳🎂) - Colossians 3:23It’s my birthday week! 🥳🎂 And what better way to celebrate than by talking about purpose, faith, and the hustle?Ever feel like you're working hard but still wondering "God, what am I even doing?" 🤔 Whether you're grinding at a 9-to-5, chasing a dream, or just trying to figure out what’s next, this episode is for you! 💡💼 We’re diving into:✨ Why purpose isn’t a destination, but a journey🙌 How to find meaning in the work you’re doing right now🙏 Practical ways to seek God’s guidance when you're feeling lost in the hustleCo...2025-03-0426 minThe Life AlleyFriendships: Iron Sharpens Iron (and Sometimes Sparks Fly)-Proverbs 27:17💬 Ever had a friend call you out and hype you up in the same breath? That’s a real friendship! This week, we’re diving into Proverbs 27:17—"As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another."In this episode, we’re talking about:🤝 What makes a truly great friend🙏 How faith plays a role in choosing & maintaining friendships⚡ What to do when friendships get messy (because let’s be real, they do!)Friendships are one of God’s greatest gifts—but they’re not always easy. Whether you’re in a season of building, mending, or re-e...2025-02-2519 minThe Life AlleyFaith Like a Mustard Seed - Matthew 17:20Ever felt like your faith is microscopic? Like some days you’re ready to move mountains, and other days, you're just praying to make it out of bed without snoozing five times? 😅 Well, good news—Jesus never said you need big faith to do big things.In this episode, we’re talking about:🌱 What mustard seed faith means (Spoiler: It’s tiny but mighty!)🙌 Why small beginnings matter in God’s plan📖 How to grow your faith—even when it feels like it’s running on fumesFrom David’s humble start as a shepherd to Moses’ doub...2025-02-1729 minThe Life AlleyLove, Laughs and Lessons - 1 Corinthians 13: 4-7In the spirit ofValentine’s Day, we’re diving headfirst into the beautifully chaotic world ofrelationships—because let’s be honest, they’re not always sunshine and romantic movie moments. 😅In this episode, I’m sharing:🍍 A hilariously awkward dating story (yes, it involves pineapple on pizza).💡 What the Biblereally says about love—and why it’s more than just a feeling.🙌 Practical tips for keeping your relationshipsfaith-centered without losing your mind (or your sense of humour).Whether you’resingle, dating, or somewhere in the situationship abyss, this one’s for you! Tune in for laughs, wisdom, and...2025-02-1129 minThe Life AlleyA Time for Everything: Ecclesiastes 3:1Hey hey, family! Welcome to the very first episode of The Life Alley! 🎉 I’m Marion, your host, your spiritual sis, and your go-to for all things faith, love, relationships, and the beautiful chaos we call life.
Since we’re going to be on this journey together, I figured it’s only right that we start with a proper introduction. So in this episode, we’re getting real—who am I? Why did I start this podcast? And most importantly, what can you expect from The Life Alley? (Spoiler: lots of laughs, deep convos, and a little bit of holy s...2025-02-0414 min