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Not Alone Today PodcastS6E02 - On Blessings, Atlanta '96, Church, and William CareyOn Blessings, Atlanta '96, Church, and William Carey
Not Alone Today Podcast | Season 6 Episode 2
What do you do in the following circumstances:
When God does not come in ways that match your expectations?
When you find yourself in situations that seem larger than you are capable of dealing with?
When you do not feel motivated to go to church?
When your spouse does not fully share what you believe to be your calling?
Welcome back to another episode of the Not Alone Today podcast! In this episode, Joseph and Anu reflect on some...2024-09-2318 min
Not Alone Today PodcastS6E01 - On Parenting, Jürgen Klopp, Weapon of Silence, and Slow ProgressOn Parenting, Jürgen Klopp, Weapon of Silence, and Slow Progress
Not Alone Today Podcast | Season 6 Episode 1
Welcome back to another episode of the Not Alone Today podcast! In this episode, Joseph and Anu reflect on some lessons they are learning in recent weeks.
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Not Alone Today PodcastS5E03 - Avoiding Distractions in a Long-Distance MarriageAvoiding Distractions in a Long-Distance Marriage
Not Alone Today Podcast | Season 5 Episode 3
Welcome back to another episode of the Not Alone Today podcast! In this episode, Nike asks a follow-up question to Timothy's question which we treated in the last episode (titled When a Couple's Attraction Wanes). Nike asks,
“How can I maintain focus and keep the attraction alive in my long-distance marriage? I'm feeling emotionally confused and relying on my faith for support. I can't help but notice other attractive guys, but I've accepted the reality of our separation. 🤷🏻♀️ Managing three kids alone leaves m...2023-08-1018 min
Not Alone Today PodcastS5E02 - When a Couple's Attraction WanesWhen a Couple's Attraction Wanes
Not Alone Today Podcast | Season 5 Episode 2
Welcome back to another episode of the Not Alone Today podcast! In this episode, we dive into a question from a listener named Timothy who asks,
“How can I handle the situation when I find myself getting less attracted to my wife due to certain habits or attitudes she wouldn't change? Communication is a major challenge between us. I value class and taste, while she seems more laid-back about appearances. How can I address this and understand her perspective better?”
Timo...2023-08-0229 min
Omoluabi PodcastS5E02 - A Proverb on MONEY & RELATIONSHIPS - “Ajé ní ḿba ojú ọ̀̀̀̀rẹ́ jẹ́.”Omoluabi Podcast | Season 5 Episode 2
PROVERB CONSIDERED: “Ajé ní ḿba ojú ọ̀rẹ́ jẹ́.”
ENGLISH TRANSLATION: "It is money that brings a frown to the brow of friendship."
MEANING & BIBLICAL APPLICATION: The point of this proverb, to put it simply, is that nothing ruins a friendship more surely than the intrusion of money. In other words, money is very sensitive and requires wisdom to manage it properly.
It is often said that the top 3 things that destroy marriages are communication problems, sex-related problems, and money-related problems. We agree. So what attitudes towards money management tend to...2023-01-2312 min
Not Alone Today PodcastS5E01 - Bye Last Year; Hello New Year!In this episode, we reflect on the previous year and the transition into a new year.
We discussed the following among others:
✥ Highlights of 2022
✥ The merits and demerits of making new year resolutions
✥ Daily Audio Bible Chronological (https://player.dailyaudiobible.com/chronological)
✥ The concept of naming a new year
✥ A warning against distraction
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Omoluabi PodcastS5E01 - A Proverb on FAMILY LIKENESS - “Ọmọ tí àgbẹ̀-ẹ́bí, oko ni yó ro; ọmọ tí Gàm̀bàrí bí, okùn ni yó ran.”PROVERB CONSIDERED: “Ọmọ tí àgbẹ̀-ẹ́bí, oko ni yó ro; ọmọ tí Gàm̀bàrí bí, okùn ni yó ran.”
ENGLISH TRANSLATION: "The child born by a farmer will engage in farming; the child born by a Hausa man will engage in rope weaving."
MEANING & BIBLICAL APPLICATION: This is one of those proverbs that sound like a hasty (or even myopic) generalisation. Factually, not every farmer's child goes on to become a farmer and not every Hausa man's child will weave ropes. However, to treat the proverb like that is to miss the point. The point of the pro...2023-01-1611 min
Not Alone Today PodcastS4E04 - Relationship RadioThis is a 6-in-1 special episode bringing together over two hours of Relationship Content from the Not Alone Today Podcast.
For easy navigation, here's a guide:
0:00 ⏩ 1. Help! I Don't Like Who God Wants Me To Marry
19:07 ⏩ 2. Marrying a Pastor
45:14 ⏩ 3. Becoming the Right Person While Waiting for the Right Person
01:12:40 ⏩ 4. The Audacity of Marrying on a 'God Said' Basis
01:30:15 ⏩ 5. Being Sure of Who to Marry
01:51:47 ⏩ 6. Am I Ready for a Relationship?
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Omoluabi PodcastS4E05 - A Proverb on EXCEPTIONS - “Ohun tí a rí la fi ḿbọ párá ẹni; Bí igi tíná ḿbẹ lẹ́nu ẹ̀ kọ́”PROVERB CONSIDERED: “Ohun tí a rí la fi ḿbọ párá ẹni; Bí igi tíná ḿbẹ lẹ́nu ẹ̀ kọ́.”
ENGLISH TRANSLATION: "One uses whatever one can find to fill gaps in one’s roof; That does not apply to a still-burning stick."
MEANING & BIBLICAL APPLICATION: The imagery that birthed this proverb is that of a mud hut with a thatched roof in a typical African village. While such a roof may occasionally have leakages, such gaps or leakages could be blocked by virtually anything—anything apart from a stick still spewing flames! The reason is obvious; rather than block a le...2022-07-2511 min
Not Alone Today PodcastS4E03 - On Being Misunderstood (& Pioneering)In today's episode, we respond to Chika's question sent in from Lagos, Nigeria. Here's her question:
"What do you do when you try to work out your relationship with other people and it seems like the more you try to 'express' who you are, they keep misunderstanding?"
We discussed a few possibilities for Chika's consideration including but not limited to:
✥ The possibility that God may be teaching Chika some patience
✥ The possibility that Chika may be surrounding herself with the wrong inner circle
✥ The possible flaws in Chika's attempt to "ex...2022-07-2023 min
Omoluabi PodcastS4E04 - A Proverb on WATCHFULNESS - “Àṣá ò gbádìẹ níkọ̀kọ̀; gba-n-gba làṣá ńgbádìẹ”PROVERB CONSIDERED: “Àṣá ò gbádìẹ níkọ̀kọ̀; gba-n-gba làṣá ńgbádìẹ”
INTERPRETATION: "What one dare do, one does openly"
MEANING & BIBLICAL APPLICATION: The imagery that birthed this proverb is hunting; the kite (predator) hunts the chick (prey) in broad day light, says the proverb. In that sense, we can easily see the biblical imagery of the devil going about like a roaring lion seeking whom to devour from the proverb (1 Peter 5:8). The point here is to be watchful; to spot the signs of the devil's tactics and nip them in the bud. This will come by maintaining a vibrant pers...2022-07-1814 min
Omoluabi PodcastS4E03 - A Proverb on FORGIVENESS - “À-fi-ọ̀rọ̀-wé-ọ̀rọ̀ ò jẹ́ kí ọ̀rọ̀ tán bọ̀rọ̀”PROVERB CONSIDERED: “À-fi-ọ̀rọ̀-wé-ọ̀rọ̀ ò jẹ́ kí ọ̀rọ̀ tán bọ̀rọ̀.”
INTERPRETATION: "Allowing-a-current-matter-to-remind-one-of-similar-matters-in-the-past prevents a quarrel from ending easily."
MEANING & BIBLICAL APPLICATION: Have you ever met someone who ALWAYS recalls your past mistakes in light of your present ones? How does that make you feel? That's exactly what this proverb is asking us to guard against. Let's be like our heavenly father who takes away our sins as far as the east is from the west, in spite of His ultimate knowledge of how many more times we will repeat the same mistakes. That's how the psalmist im...2022-06-0613 min
Not Alone Today PodcastS4E02 - Help! My Husband Lies to MeIn today's episode, we respond to Betty's question sent in from East Africa. Her main question goes thus:
"Pastor, I need your help. I've been married to a man I believe is God's will for my life for a couple of years. However, I have observed in recent times that my husband lies to me and hardly apologises! There are so many decisions we make as a family but sometimes he goes against them and, in turn, lies to me instead. I am so fed up. I feel it's not healthy for me, especially as we are...2022-06-0130 min
Omoluabi PodcastS4E02 - A Proverb on HOPE - “Omi ló dànù, agbè ò fọ́”PROVERB CONSIDERED: “Omi ló dànù, agbè ò fọ́”
INTERPRETATION: "It is the water that is spilled; the water container is not broken."
MEANING & BIBLICAL APPLICATION: This proverb is usually used in consoling someone who has experienced a loss. It's a way of shifting their perspective from the loss in itself to the fact that there is still 'something left' -- something capable of giving rise to many more of what was lost.
For the Christian, that 'something' is, above all else, Christ in us! Hence Paul writes to the Colossians, "Christ in you, the hope of...2022-05-1616 min
Not Alone Today PodcastS4E01 - Am I Ready for a Relationship?In today's episode, we respond to Helen's questions. Her main question goes thus:
"What can you say about a single lady who is waiting and working because she is not sure that it is time for her to get into a marital relationship yet? She is willing to walk according to divine timing; she is working on discovering herself, acquiring useful skills, working on her character flaws, maximizing her God-given potential, and receiving training on 'the art of authentic ministry.' Meanwhile, as she is doing all these things, proposals keep coming from Christian brothers; what should...2022-05-1126 min
Omoluabi PodcastS4E01 - A Proverb on INCOMPARABILITY - “Erín ńtú eruku; ẹfọ̀n ńtú eruku; títú eruku àjànàkú bo tẹfọ̀n mọ́lẹ̀”PROVERB CONSIDERED: “Erín ńtú eruku; ẹfọ̀n ńtú eruku; títú eruku àjànàkú bo tẹfọ̀n mọ́lẹ̀.”
INTERPRETATION: "The elephant raises a cloud of dust; the buffalo raises a cloud of dust; the elephant’s ability to raise dust far surpasses the buffalo’s."
MEANING & BIBLICAL APPLICATION: This proverb speaks of the fact that some things (or people) are simply incomparable, no matter the similarities they share with others. They are simply beyond all competition!
This is the context in which this proverb will be normally used. As we reflected on the proverb from a...2022-05-0911 min
Omoluabi PodcastS3E05 - A Proverb on WEALTH - "Àtètèdáyé ò kan tọrọ̀; Ọlọ́run ní ńṣe orí owó"PROVERB CONSIDERED: “Àtètèdáyé ò kan tọrọ̀; Ọlọ́run ní ńṣe orí owó.”
INTERPRETATION: "Primogeniture (the state of being the firstborn child) has nothing to do with wealth; it is God Who assigns wealth to (people's) destinies."
MEANING & BIBLICAL APPLICATION: The proverb counsels against seeking riches by all means rather than fundamentally acknowledging the sovereignty of God in the determination of who gets 'wealthy' in life. This was discussed vis-a-vis our roles as God's children in wealth creation.
Scripture Cited include:
✥ 2 Corinthians 9:8 NKJV says "And God is able to make all grace abound toward...2022-02-2217 min
Not Alone Today PodcastS3E05 - Would You Ever Combine Your Income With Your Spouse’s?"What are your thoughts on how young moms can manage money in their marital context?"
That's the summary of today's question. It is the concluding part of Tunde's question which we began responding to in our previous episode (S3E04) on balancing the roles of a wife, young mom and career person with one's spirituality. Here's Tunde's question once again:
"3 ladies who just got married have been struggling with balancing their spiritual life with child care, marriage and career. They wish they could get back the experience of their pre-marital days when they were able t...2022-02-1730 min
Not Alone Today PodcastS3E04 - Being a Mom and Being ‘You’: Finding the Balance"How can a young mom balance spirituality, childcare, marriage and her career?" That's this week's question in a nutshell.
Today's question comes in from Tunde who sends a voice note to ask a question based on his recent interactions with 3 of his friends (all ladies) who share some things in common. In summary, here's his question:
"3 ladies who just got married have been struggling with balancing their spiritual life with child care, marriage and career. They wish they could get back the experience of their pre-marital days when they were able to maintain consistent spiritual g...2022-02-0327 min
Omoluabi PodcastS3E04 - A Proverb on KNOWING ONE'S LIMIT - "Ohun tó ṣe àgùntàn tó fi kó òtútù; bó ṣe ewúrẹ́, á ṣe aláìsí"PROVERB CONSIDERED: “Ohun tó ṣe àgùntàn tó fi kó òtútù; bó ṣe ewúrẹ́, á ṣe aláìsí.”
INTERPRETATION: "The condition that gave a sheep a cold, if it befell a goat, would result in its death."
MEANING & BIBLICAL APPLICATION: The proverb warns us against being so foolhardy that we dare what others do without having what others have. It reinforces the message of avoiding to compare ourselves with others which, according to Apostle Paul, is an unwise thing to do (2 Corinthians 10:12).
From the perspective of the biblical categories of 'sheep' and 'goat', we are reminded...2022-02-0114 min
Not Alone Today PodcastS3E03 - A Question on Writing and PublishingTHE QUESTION: Today's question comes in from a listener who asks, "Do you ever worry about whether someone—or many people in fact—might have written about what you have in mind to write about?" Joseph and Anu reflected on this from their writing and publishing experience.
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Are You Called to Write? (My Story): 7 indicators to discern if you are c...2022-01-1915 min
Omoluabi PodcastS3E03 - A Proverb on COMPARISON - "Bí a bá fi inú wénú, iwọ là ńjẹ"PROVERB CONSIDERED: “Bí a bá fi inú wénú, iwọ là ńjẹ.”
INTERPRETATION: "If we compare notes with others, we wind up eating bile."
MEANING & BIBLICAL APPLICATION: If you've ever had to kill a chicken before, you will probably be familiar with the fact that you have to carefully remove the gall bladder and dispose of it. Why? The liquid inside that green sack is extremely bitter! So this proverb is a warning that when we compare our fortunes with others', we are literally inviting bitterness into our lives.
Apostle Paul alludes to this principle i...2022-01-1717 min
Not Alone Today PodcastS3E02 - Dealing With Family After Saying 'Yes'THE QUESTION: Today's question comes in from Tejire, a young lady who has been in a godly courtship with the man she's truly and fully persuaded to be God's will for her life. However, as the wedding day draws nearer, it's been one challenge from her family or the other. She's feeling depressed from the various issues that are popping up (mostly pertaining to the wedding plans) so she reached out to ask how she could shield herself from allowing those issues to get to her.
Joseph shared his initial thoughts to her on the day she...2022-01-1213 min
Omoluabi PodcastS3E02 - A Proverb on GENEROSITY - "Ọtí gbélé ahun ó kan"PROVERB CONSIDERED: “Ọtí gbélé ahun ó kan.”
INTERPRETATION: "Wine stays in the home of the miser until it goes sour."
MEANING & BIBLICAL APPLICATION: The proverb admonishes us to share rather than hoard. To hoard is to deny oneself of the superlative indescribable joy of being the reason behind someone else's happiness. Jesus modelled this kind of generosity and we are supposed to pay it forward!
Scriptures Cited include:
Proverbs 11:24-25 TLB says "It is possible to give away and become richer! It is also possible to hold on too tightly and lose everything...2022-01-1014 min
Not Alone Today PodcastS3E01 - Being Sure of Who to MarryTHE QUESTION: Today's question comes in from Ire, a young lady who feels a bit fearful being faced with a dilemma regarding her choice of a life partner. She asks, "How do I hear from God (regarding who to marry) when my heart is full of fear?" The backstory is elaborated upon in the episode.
BIBLE VERSES REFERENCED
2 Timothy 1:7 TPT - "For God will never give you the spirit of fear, but the Holy Spirit who gives you mighty power, love, and self-control."
Psalm 32:8-9 TPT - "I hear the Lord saying, “I will stay close to...2022-01-0521 min
Omoluabi PodcastS3E01 - A Proverb on NEW YEAR - “Ọdọọdún nìrèké ńso”PROVERB CONSIDERED: “Ọdọọdún nìrèké ńso.”
INTERPRETATION: "The sugarcane flourishes annually."
MEANING & BIBLICAL APPLICATION: The proverb is typically used as a new year prayer for a perennial good fortune. The idea is that as surely as the sugarcane will yet again flourish in the new year, we can expect good fortune yet again! The truth is that God, in His Providence, delightfully and continuously offers us multiple opportunities to start again, dream again and hope again. Every new day, new week, new month and new year offers us this opportunity, and so thus 2022. Will...2022-01-0313 min
Not Alone Today PodcastS2E07 - Discipling a Masturbation Addict"How can you help a younger believer who is addicted to masturbation when previous intervention doesn't seem to be effective?"
That is the summary to the interesting question we responded to in this episode. It comes in from Bimpe who asks,
"Sir, please I need your counsel on a matter. There's this girl myself and [my fiancé] are discipling who is addicted to masturbation. I shared with her #Unaddicted. We read it together and encouraged her [but] she's still deep into the act. How else can we help her sir? (Plus we've prayed with her!) Th...2021-11-2432 min
Omoluabi PodcastS2E08 - A Proverb on HOPE - "Ìpọ́njú àgbẹ̀ ò ju ọdún kan"PROVERB CONSIDERED: "Ìpọ́njú àgbẹ̀ ò ju ọdún kan."
INTERPRETATION: "A farmer’s suffering will not last longer than a year."
MEANING & BIBLICAL APPLICATION: The proverb is based on the concept of sowing (planting) and harvesting. The understanding is that if a farmer plants and begins to suffer for lack of resources or even lack of food to eat, such a reversal in his circumstance is but for a moment. Because he has sown, he can look forward WITH HOPE to the harvest, which, in the worst-case scenario, will come in a year's time.
This brings a...2021-11-1515 min
Not Alone Today PodcastS2E06 - Managing an Addiction to Sharing on Social Media"What if someone is addicted to sharing godly and edifying posts on social media?"
That is the summary of the interesting question we responded to in this episode. It comes in from Bisi who asks,
"Sir, I have a question for your wife. I remember in one of the previous podcast episodes that I listened to, she spoke about how that when she has gotten certain godly piece of information, she's quick to share them on her social media handle. Like, for example, she sees an edifying post and then gbam! She has reposted it e...2021-11-0422 min
Omoluabi PodcastS2E07 - A Proverb on STANDING OUT - "Àparò ò ga ju ara-a wọn lọ, àfi èyí tó gun ebè"PROVERB CONSIDERED: "Àparò ò ga ju ara-a wọn lọ, àfi èyí tó gun ebè."
INTERPRETATION: "No partridge is taller than another except for those standing on earth mounds." (Earth mounds are little heaps of soil usually made with a hoe; in the farm, crops like yam and cassava are planted into the heaps.)
MEANING & BIBLICAL APPLICATION: Usually, this proverb is said of a group of people among whom there is none that stands out. We, however, considered the proverb from the perspective of laying emphasis on the latter part of it. Yes, partridges are alike when they are...2021-11-0108 min
Not Alone Today PodcastS2E05 - Reflections...In today's episode, Anu and Joseph both reflect on some highlights from their time in the Word in the past week. Anu zoomed in on different aspects and prayers from the life of David as recorded in 1 Chronicles while Joseph reflects on a conversation between Jesus, Peter and John in Luke 22.
BIBLE VERSES REFERENCED
1 Chronicles 21:8; 22:9; 29:10f
Luke 22:7-13
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Omoluabi PodcastS2E06 - A Proverb on PROSPERITY - Bí ayé bá ńyẹni, ìwà ìbàjẹ́ là ńhùPROVERB CONSIDERED: "Bí ayé bá ńyẹni, ìwà ìbàjẹ́ là ńhù."
INTERPRETATION: "If life is being good to one, one is likely to act disgracefully."
MEANING: Prosperity (especially material-wise) comes with a temptation to misbehave.
REFLECTION: The idea this proverb posits is found all over the Bible. God repeatedly warned the Israelites of the tendency for them to forget that it was God who gave them the power to get wealth when they get to the promised land and inherited houses they didn't build and harvest in fields where they had not laboured. (And...2021-10-1816 min
Not Alone Today PodcastS2E04 - When “Sister God’s Will” Has a Bad Attitude"If the lady I'm convinced God wants me to marry has a bad attitude and character, should I still go ahead?"
That is the summary to the interesting question we considered in this episode. It comes in from Zachaeus who asks, "Please sir, there's this question I'd love to ask as well as seek clarity from you with regards to marriage/relationship. If God is leading me in the direction of a lady as my wife-to-be (God's will) and such a lady has a bad character and attitude, am I permitted to go on with such relationship?"2021-10-1322 min
Omoluabi PodcastS2E05 - A Proverb on NEGLIGENCE - Ojú onílá nilá ṣe ńkóPROVERB CONSIDERED: "Ojú onílá nilá ṣe ńkó."
INTERPRETATION: "It is in the presence of the okro planter that the fruits become fibrous (and inedible)."
MEANING: The negligent person will watch as his or her affairs go to ruin.
REFLECTION: When okro fruits are harvested as at when due, they are very edible and bring gain to the farmer, the seller, the buyer, the cook and the eventual consumer. But when okro fruits are not harvested at the right time, they become full of fibre on the inside, and as such, they become inedible...2021-10-1114 min
Not Alone Today PodcastS2E03 - A Question About Wedding Night BedIs it okay to sleep on a hotel bed on our wedding night?
That is the summary of the interesting question we considered in this episode. It comes in from Kwame who asks,
"Hi. I have this question on my mind and I would want to know your thoughts about it and whether it is scripturally right or wrong. Myself and my wife-to-be have had a lot of discussions about our wedding day, especially the wedding night. However, I do have this concern. Is it advisable for us to spend that special moment (first-time sex) i...2021-10-0611 min
Omoluabi PodcastS2E04 - A Proverb on IGNORANCE - "Níbo ló gbé wà" nìyájú ẹkùnPROVERB CONSIDERED: ""Níbo ló gbé wà?" nìyájú ẹkùn."
INTERPRETATION: ""Where is it?" is a great insult to the leopard."
MEANING: One should be smart enough to hide one’s ignorance about things one ought to know because there are some truths that are so self-evident that to query otherwise is to reveal one's foolishness.
REFLECTION: The idea being put forward in the word picture that informed the proverb is that the leopard is so self-important that it will take offence if anybody should ask where it was, or which it was, amon...2021-10-0414 min
Omoluabi PodcastS2E03 - A Proverb on MATURITY - "Bí ọmọdé bá ńṣe ọmọdé, àgbà a máa ṣe àgbà"PROVERB CONSIDERED: "Bí ọmọdé bá ńṣe ọmọdé, àgbà a máa ṣe àgbà."
INTERPRETATION: "When a child is being a child, an elder must remain an elder."
MEANING: One should not permit other people’s immature behaviour to deflect one from the proper course of acting maturely.
REFLECTION: The idea being put forward is that people do act according to varying levels of maturity. However, a truly wise person will not bring himself or herself low to the level of acting immaturely in reaction to someone else's immaturity. The English idiomatic equivalents can be such...2021-09-2710 min
Not Alone Today PodcastS2E02 - When You Feel Disappointed by God...Have you ever felt disappointed by God?
The question we responded to in this episode comes in from Henry who asks, "At those times when you felt disappointed by God, what were the things you did to keep you going and to still trust in God?"
We discussed this by sharing some personal case studies of times we have felt such an emotion and the practical steps we took which boosted our confidence and continued trust in God.
BIBLE PASSAGE REFERENCED
Romans 5:1-5 MSG
RESOURCE RECOMMENDED
Waiting...2021-09-0827 min
Omoluabi PodcastS2E02 - A Proverb on OUR NEED FOR OTHERS - "Ògbójú ò tẹ ara ẹ̀ nÍfá; ọ̀mọ̀ràn ò fara ẹ̀ joyè; ọ̀bẹ tó mú ò gbẹ́ ẹ̀kù ara ẹ̀"PROVERB CONSIDERED: "Ògbójú ò tẹ ara ẹ̀ nÍfá; ọ̀mọ̀ràn ò fara ẹ̀ joyè; ọ̀bẹ tó mú ò gbẹ́ ẹ̀kù ara ẹ̀"
INTERPRETATION: "The fearless person does not consult the Ifá oracle on his own behalf; the super-clever person does not enthrone himself; the sharpest knife does not carve its own handgrip."
MEANING: No matter how powerful and accomplished one might be, one will need other people for some things.
REFLECTION:
The ideology behind this proverb resonates with the African concept of Ubuntu ("I am because you are"). The idea is that each of us finds the utmost realisation of our humanity...2021-09-0611 min
Not Alone Today PodcastS2E01 - What About Tattoos and Body Piercings?Welcome to Season 2 of Not Alone Today Podcast. We want to thank those who have tracked with us and always sending in their feedback, questions and suggestions. We are very grateful.
We kick off this new season with a question from Angela who asks,
"Is it wrong to have a tattoo or get a second piercing as a lady?"
We discussed this and shared some principles that may guide us in coming to our personal conclusions and decisions about such amoral issues.
BIBLE VERSES REFERENCED
1. Leviticus 19:28 - “Do not cu...2021-09-0116 min
Omoluabi PodcastS2E01 - A Proverb on THE POWER OF NAMES - "Orúkọ ńroni; àpèjà ńroni"PROVERB CONSIDERED: "Orúkọ ńroni; àpèjà ńroni."
INTERPRETATION: "One’s name affects one’s character; one’s war name determines how one behaves."
MEANING: To put it succinctly, people are influenced by their names.
BIBLICAL REFLECTION: This belief that people are influenced by their names is common in Biblical records, especially among the Jews. We see cases of God changing people's names and how that has a significant impact on their lives (Abram, Sarai, Jacob, Simon...). We therefore reflected on this proverb by highlighting a couple of things:
1. That we should see the opport...2021-08-3014 min
Not Alone Today PodcastS1E31 - Listeners' Feedback EpisodeIn this episode of NATP, we feature some of the feedbacks some listeners have sent in either as voice messages or texts. We hope that the episode will inspire you to keep engaging with this resource and also spread the word within your sphere of influence so that even more people can be blessed by this resource.2021-07-2914 minNot Alone Today PodcastS1E30 - Honouring Our Parents (Even When We Don't Agree With Them)The question we considered in this episode comes from Tina. She asks,
"A while ago, my mum suddenly began to object to the church I attend and she never had issues with this in the past. I kept praying that she would change her mind while I kept attending church. She would give in for a while but begin to complain again later. Her point was that my church was a bit far hence I come home late whenever I go for weekly service. She threatened to kick me out of the house if I persisted and a...2021-07-2226 minNot Alone Today PodcastS1E29 - Rapture, COVID-19 Vaccine & 666Bola asks, "Sir and ma, I will like a clarification on when rapture will happen. I have always believed that believers will not witness the period of the Antichrist but I was recently in a discussion that brought in the idea that they will. What are your thoughts about this?"
This episode is our response to her question.
We discussed the different perspectives to understanding the 'timing' of the rapture vis-a-vis the events of the 'period of tribulation' described in an apocalyptic language in the Book of Revelation.
Anu also raised a sub-question...2021-07-1432 min
Omoluabi PodcastS1E18 - A Proverb on HOSPITALITY - "Ojú àlejò la ti ńjẹ gbèsè; ẹ̀hìn-in ẹ̀ là ńsan án"PROVERB CONSIDERED: "Ojú àlejò la ti ńjẹ gbèsè; ẹ̀hìn-in ẹ̀ là ńsan án"
INTERPRETATION: "It is in a visitor’s presence that one gets into debt; it is in her absence that one repays the debt."
MEANING: One does not estimate how much hospitality is costing until one’s visitor has departed.
BIBLICAL REFLECTION: Among other things, this proverb reminds us of the fact that HOSPITALITY HAS A PRICE. In spite of the price, however, both the African worldview and biblical command instruct believers to be hospitable. The wis...2021-07-1213 minNot Alone Today PodcastS1E28 - The Audacity of Marrying on a 'God Said' Basis
Why would a lady marry a guy who is, to say the least, clueless about his future?
That's the summary of the question we consider this week. It comes in from Pemi and was directed to Joseph. Pemi asks:
"I read your book 'Bumpy but Sweet' again today. I noticed that you didn't particularly know so much about God's plans for you before you asked your wife to marry you. I have heard relationship coaches say that you shouldn't hitch your ride to someone you aren't sure is going your way (i.e. don't go into a re...2021-07-0717 min
Omoluabi PodcastS1E17 - A Proverb on KNOWING ONE'S LIMIT - "Eegun àjànàkú: ó ma há ìkokò l'ẹ́nu"ỌMỌLÚÀBÍ PODCAST | EPISODE 017
PROVERB CONSIDERED: "Eegun àjànàkú: ó ma há ìkokò l'ẹ́nu."
INTERPRETATION: "An elephant’s bone: it will be too much for the wolf to swallow."
MEANING: This proverb is often said to warn someone who is overreaching [or has overreached] himself or herself. The simple truth is that WE ALL HAVE OUR LIMITS and we must respect that lest we break down.
BIBLICAL REFLECTION: We considered two Christianese phrases people sometimes use to justify dabbling into things for which they have no capacity: "I have the mind of Christ"...2021-07-0510 minNot Alone Today PodcastS1E27 - Becoming the Right Person While Waiting for the Right PersonToday's question covers various themes: manipulative relationships, breakups, waiting for the 'right person', pressure to get married, etc. It comes in from Phoebe who asks:
"Hello sir/ma. I have been in a 5-year relationship for which I later called it quit because it was subtly manipulative on me. I have gotten over him long before I broke up with him through the help of God. I am happy I ended it. So, I told God that I want to have feelings or emotions only for the man I will end up marrying; never again do I...2021-06-1627 min
Omoluabi PodcastS1E16 - A Proverb on ASSURANCE - "Bí Ṣàǹgó bá ńpa àràbà, tó ńpa ìrókò, bíi tigi ńlá kọ́"PROVERB CONSIDERED: "Bí Ṣàǹgó bá ńpa àràbà, tó ńpa ìrókò, bíi tigi ńlá kọ́."
INTERPRETATION: "Even though Ṣango kills the silk-cotton tree and kills the ìrókò tree, no such fate can befall the huge tree."
MEANING: This proverb is often said as a boast which is supposedly based on the assurance that the person being referred to is mightier than anyone in the vicinity who others consider to be mighty.
BIBLICAL REFLECTION: We considered this proverb from a few perspectives.
1. Every true believer can boast in their assurance of the power of G...2021-06-1511 minNot Alone Today PodcastS1E26 - Which Bible Translation Can I Trust?
Can we actually trust any version of the Bible since we no longer have any of the original manuscripts?
That's the summary of the question we consider this week. It comes in from Abigail and was directed to Joseph. Abigail asks:
"So, tonight I was slightly disturbed about something, and then my heart raced back to a post I saw earlier and I just had to go look for it. The post (on Twitter) says "There is no single original copy of any book of the Bible. If God value (sic) his words, why has he failed to...2021-06-0941 min
Omoluabi PodcastS1E15 - A Proverb on STINGINESS - "Kò sí kò sí; bẹ́ẹ̀ni ọmọ wọn ńyó"PROVERB CONSIDERED: "Kò sí kò sí; bẹ́ẹ̀ni ọmọ wọn ńyó."
INTERPRETATION: "‘‘We have nothing, we have nothing!’’ Yet their children always have full stomachs."
MEANING: This proverb is often said of those who are too stingy and too tightfisted to help others. They have enough, but when others come to them for help, they claim not to have. In spite of their claim to be in lack, however, everything points to the fact that they actually do have. (For instance, their 'children' never go hungry; their stomachs are always full!)
BIBLICAL REFLECTION: We considered...2021-06-0714 minNot Alone Today PodcastS1E25 - Managing Long-Distance RelationshipsHow can long-distance relationships be well-managed? That's the question we consider this week.
As part of my #WhatMy20sTaughtMe series leading to my 30th birthday, Eleos and I did address how we managed the long-distance season of our relationship. We adapted that discussion for this episode of Not Alone Today Podcast. At the latter part of the discussion, Eleos asked some very practical questions which some of us will surely find helpful.
KEY POINTS
✥ If you are purposefully busy, you will hardly 'have time' to miss someone in an unhealthy manner. It makes it pos...2021-05-1922 min
Omoluabi PodcastS1E14 - A Proverb on GRATITUDE - "Bí èèyàn-án bá ṣeun ká sọ pé ó ṣeun; bí èèyàn-án bá ṣèèyàn ká sọ pé ó ṣèèyàn; nítorípé, ohun tí a ṣe, ó yẹ kó gbeni"ỌMỌLÚÀBÍ PODCAST | EPISODE 014
PROVERB CONSIDERED: "Bí èèyàn-án bá ṣeun ká sọ pé ó ṣeun; bí èèyàn-án bá ṣèèyàn ká sọ pé ó ṣèèyàn; nítorípé, ohun tí a ṣe, ó yẹ kó gbeni."
INTERPRETATION: "If a person deserves gratitude, we should acknowledge that he deserves gratitude; if a person is kindly, we should acknowledge that he is kindly, because we all ought to reap the rewards of our actions."
MEANING: The idea is simply that we should readily acknowledge and accord gratitude to those who are due of it. We emphasised the need for us to include such...2021-05-1712 minNot Alone Today PodcastS1E24 - Are Gifts Allowed in Courtship?Should you be concerned if your fianc(é)e is waiting for both of you to be married before (s)he starts giving you anything? That's the summary of the question we consider this week. It comes in from Bimbo and was directed to Anu. Bimbo asks:
"Ma, my fiance and I have been in a relationship for a few years. The nearer we get to our wedding, the more I'm having to feel more concerned about an issue but I am not sure if I'm overthinking it. My primary love language is GIFTS and he is aw...2021-05-1226 min
Omoluabi PodcastS1E13 - A Proverb on GREED - "Ọ̀kánjúwà-á bu òkèlè, ojù ẹ̀-ẹ́ lami"ỌMỌLÚÀBÍ PODCAST | EPISODE 013
PROVERB CONSIDERED: "Ọ̀kánjúwà-á bu òkèlè, ojù ẹ̀-ẹ́ lami."
INTERPRETATION: "A greedy person takes a morsel of food, and tears gush from his eyes." The idea is that greed will cause someone to go for a morsel of food that is evidently too big for him/her to swallow without pain or effort.
MEANING: Greed can lead to tremendous pain. If anyone bites more than he/she can chew and chooses to force himself/herself to swallow rather than spit out the excess, such a person has set himself/h...2021-05-1011 minNot Alone Today PodcastS1E23 - Why Can't God Be like Superheroes?In this episode, Joseph responds to a question that he was asked in the wake of the tragic death of Hindy Umoren, a young Nigerian graduate who went missing after she left her home for a job interview. She was reportedly raped, killed and buried in a shallow grave.
Referring to this event and few other tragic occurrences where supposedly innocent people (Christians especially) were treated cruelly, a young man was prompted to reach out to Joseph with the age-long question: "If God is all-powerful, why doesn't He show up like superheroes and defend the course of t...2021-05-0624 min
Omoluabi PodcastS1E12 - A Proverb on PREREQUISITES - "Ẹni tí kò ní igi obì kì í léso"ỌMỌLÚÀBÍ PODCAST | EPISODE 012
PROVERB CONSIDERED: "Ẹni tí kò ní igi obì kì í léso."
INTERPRETATION: "Whoever does not have a kola-nut tree cannot have its fruits." In other words, to be in possession of kola-nuts must be preceded by being in possession of a kola-nut tree. Or, to say it yet another way, having a kola-nut tree is the prerequisite to having kola-nuts (the fruits from the tree).
MEANING:
Unless one owns the means of production, one cannot claim the product. To make it clearer with a random example, you cannot lay cl...2021-05-0312 minNot Alone Today PodcastS1E22 - Leading Your Siblings to ChristIn this episode, Joseph and Anu respond to Simi's question. She asks:
"I need help. My siblings and I are always at loggerhead. In fact, my immediate brother has left the house to stay with someone else currently. The issue is they believe that I'm too 'Spiri koko' (i.e. hyper-spiritual) and wouldn't let them have their way in doing certain things they feel is normal. Just this evening, there was a quarrel because I asked my second brother not to listen to a particular song because of the dirty lyrics, but he insisted. These acts leave me...2021-04-2824 min
Omoluabi PodcastS1E11 - A Proverb on REPERCUSSIONS - "Bí ìdí ìkokò kò bá dá a lójú, kì í gbé egungun mì"ỌMỌLÚÀBÍ PODCAST | EPISODE 011
PROVERB CONSIDERED: "Bí ìdí ìkokò kò bá dá a lójú, kì í gbé egungun mì."
INTERPRETATION: "If the wolf does not have faith in its anus, it does not swallow bones." In other words, the wolf wouldn't dare to eat the kind of thing it wouldn't be able to digest and pass out as excreta effortlessly.
MEANING: One should not attempt a thing whose repercussions one cannot withstand. There is wisdom in knowing ourselves and knowing our limitations lest we dabble into things for which we are not capable of withstandin...2021-04-2614 minNot Alone Today PodcastS1E21 - Handling Lustful Desire From a Married ManIn this episode, Joseph and Anu respond to Liz's question. She asks:
"Sir, how does a lady overcome lustful desire coming from a married man, especially from someone she trusts so much and can't ignore? And how can she help such a married man to quench the fire apart from praying for him? Lastly, have you had any lustful desire towards another lady apart from your wife? If yes, how did you handle it?"
Joseph and Anu shared some thoughts in response to this.
OTHER RESOURCES TO CHECK OUT
You will find th...2021-04-1424 min
Omoluabi PodcastS1E10 - A Proverb on FIRSTHAND KNOWLEDGE - "Ká ròhìn ẹni ò tó ká bá ẹni bẹ́ẹ̀"ỌMỌLÚÀBÍ PODCAST | EPISODE 010
PROVERB CONSIDERED: "Ká ròhìn ẹni ò tó ká bá ẹni bẹ́ẹ̀"
INTERPRETATION: "To have people say good things about someone is nothing like getting to meet and know the person firsthand and find those secondary reports to be true." In other words, nothing beats getting to know someone on a firsthand basis.
MEANING & BIBLICAL APPLICATION: We thought of this from both our human-to-human relationships and our relationship with God. Biblical examples given include:
1. Boaz. What Naomi said to Ruth about Boaz — about the kind of person Boaz was and that he was ab...2021-04-1213 minNot Alone Today PodcastS1E20 - Past Sexual Abuse: To Tell Your Partner or Not?In this episode, Joseph and Anu respond to Becky's sensitive question which she asked after listening to Episode 005: "Should I Tell Her My Past?" | Having Difficult Conversations in Courtship. Her question goes thus:
"How do you handle it when the secret you are keeping from your partner is to protect someone else. For example, how do you tell the man you are marrying that your own brother or father abused you as a child. This kinda secret can affect the way he feels and relates with that family member or even the whole family. Isn't it easier t...2021-04-0722 min
Omoluabi PodcastS1E09 - A Proverb on SUSTENANCE - "Bí ebí bá kúrò nínú ìṣẹ́, ìṣẹ́ bùṣe"PROVERB CONSIDERED: "Bí ebí bá kúrò nínú ìṣẹ́, ìṣẹ́ bùṣe"
INTERPRETATION: "If hunger is removed from poverty, poverty comes to an end." In other words, whoever has food to eat is not poor.
MEANING: A need for sustenance (through food) takes precedence over every other need we may have. As such, if we will take Jesus' invitation seriously to come and feed on Him (He being the "Bread of life"), we will have the sustenance we need to face every single day.
TEXTS FOR SCRIPTURAL REFLECTION: John 6:35; Psalm 23:1
✰ John 6:35 New King James Version (NKJV...2021-04-0512 minNot Alone Today PodcastS1E19 - Journey Into Pastoral MinistryIn this episode, Joseph and Anu respond to Kunle's question about sensing a call into pastoral ministry. Kunle asks:
"I am at a point in my life where I strongly feel that I have a calling into pastoral ministry. I have also gotten confirmations from friends and pastors about this. So, if I may ask, what is pastoral ministry all about? I feel so unqualified in this regard. Besides, when you (Joseph) were at this junction that I'm in, what was it like? What were the things you had to do? How did you prepare and continue t...2021-03-3146 minNot Alone Today PodcastS1E18 - Let's Talk About AdornmentsIn this episode, Joseph and Anu respond to Kemi's question about using jewelleries as a Christian lady. She asks: "I've been raised in a conservative home since birth such that I don't have earring holes not to talk of using earrings. But right from my childhood, I've always desired to use jewellery but everyone around me believes that it's a pathway to eternity in hell. Now I know better. But while I don't want to restrict myself due to people's opinion, I also do not want to be a hypocrite. I want to do what I want to do...2021-03-2529 min
Omoluabi PodcastS1E08 - A Proverb on MASTERY - "Ẹni tó mọ ẹtu ní ńkì í ní ‘‘òbèjé, ẹlẹ́sẹ̀ọwọ̀’’"ỌMỌLÚÀBÍ PODCAST | EPISODE 008
PROVERB CONSIDERED: "Ẹni tó mọ ẹtu ní ńkì í ní ‘‘òbèjé, ẹlẹ́sẹ̀ọwọ̀.’’"
INTERPRETATION: "It is someone who knows the duiker intimately who can recite its praise, ‘‘spindle-legged duiker.’’"
[A duiker is a small to medium-sized brown antelope native to sub-Saharan Africa, found in heavily wooded areas.]
MEANING: Only those deeply knowledgeable about their profession (or about anything for that matter) are able to profoundly express their knowledge and appreciation for the profession (or thing).
TEXTS FOR SCRIPTURAL REFLECTION: Daniel 8:32b; Matthew 5:16
✰ Daniel 8:32b New King James Version (NKJV) - "...the...2021-03-2210 minNot Alone Today PodcastS1E17 - Helpful Factors to Consider as a Growing ChristianIn this episode, Joseph and Anu respond to the questions of Tunde. He asks: "What are the tool kits you engaged with and the persons you followed critically for your growth and development?"
Some of the factors discussed in the episode include Salvation, Service, Relationships, Giving, Prayer, Training and Resources, Failures, Exposure, Curiosity and the superintending role of the Holy Spirit.2021-03-1724 minNot Alone Today PodcastS1E16 - Sex Talk for Singles and Young CouplesIn this episode, Joseph and Anu respond to the questions of John and Chioma. John asks: "How should intending couples talk about sex before marriage while also trying to be cautious about their minds and not get carried away? Why should this be discussed before marriage and not till after the wedding? What should be the issues to be discussed when having such a discussion?" Chioma, on the other hand, narrates a scenario where a newly wedded couple struggled with sex because the lady found it extremely painful. Both questions were addressed and Anu shared her personal experience as...2021-03-1025 min
Omoluabi PodcastS1E07 - A Proverb on DISCERNMENT - "Ilé bo ilé lójú; òrùlé bo àjà mọ́lẹ̀; awọ fẹ́ẹ́rẹ́ bo inú kò jẹ́ká ríkùn aṣeni"ỌMỌLÚÀBÍ PODCAST | EPISODE 007
PROVERB CONSIDERED: "Ilé bo ilé lójú; òrùlé bo àjà mọ́lẹ̀; awọ fẹ́ẹ́rẹ́ bo inú kò jẹ́ká ríkùn aṣeni"
INTERPRETATION: One house obscures another; the roof conceals the ceiling; a thin layer of skin covers the stomach, making it impossible to see through an evildoer.
MEANING: One cannot discern a person’s character, motives or intentions by simply looking on the outward appearance.
TEXTS FOR SCRIPTURAL REFLECTION: 1 Samuel 16:7; 1 Corinthians 12:10; Job 32:8
✰ 1 Samuel 16:7 New King James Version (NKJV) - "But the Lord said to Samuel, “Do not look at...2021-03-0812 minNot Alone Today PodcastS1E15 - What if I Don't Like My Church?In this episode, Joseph and Anu respond to Debbie's question about a friend who left his church. She wants to know how best to respond in a scenario where for one reason or the other, you no longer (or never did) like your local assembly. We also offered a brief comment on the recent scandal around late Ravi Zacharias.
SCRIPTURAL VERSES REFERENCED
Psalm 68:6 AMPC "God places the solitary in families and gives the desolate a home in which to dwell; He leads the prisoners out to prosperity; but the rebellious dwell in a parched land."
Hebrews 10:25 T...2021-03-0329 min
Omoluabi PodcastS1E06 - A Proverb on DISCERNING THE TIMES - "Yànmù-yanmu là ńjọ̀gẹ̀dẹ̀."ỌMỌLÚÀBÍ PODCAST | EPISODE 006
PROVERB CONSIDERED: "Yànmù-yanmu là ń jọ̀gẹ̀dẹ̀."
INTERPRETATION: Bananas are eaten gracelessly. (Or 'Gracelessly is the way one eats bananas.)
MEANING: Certain activities do not permit gracefulness. There is a time to be graceful and a time to not be. There are seasons when it's okay to be delicate and seasons when being delicate is a no-no. To be wise is to be able to discern what season you are in and what 'bananas' you may have to eat 'gracelessly' in that season.
TEXT FOR SCRIPTURA...2021-03-0113 minNot Alone Today PodcastS1E14 - Marrying a PastorIn this episode, Joseph and Anu respond to Chichi's question (directed to Anu). She wants to know her thoughts on marrying a pastor as she's currently in a relationship with a brother who is into "full time ministry" (in her own words).
SCRIPTURAL VERSE REFERENCED
1 Timothy 4:16 KJV "Take heed unto thyself, and unto the doctrine; continue in them: for in doing this thou shalt both save thyself, and them that hear thee."
OTHER RESOURCES
https://linktr.ee/josephola2021-02-2426 min
Omoluabi PodcastS1E05 - A Proverb on Being CAUTIOUS - "Akéde ò jẹ iyán gbígbóná"ỌMỌLÚÀBÍ PODCAST | EPISODE 005
PROVERB CONSIDERED: "Akéde ò jẹ iyán gbígbóná"
INTERPRETATION: The town crier does not eat steaming (hot) pounded yam.
MEANING: One should be careful to avoid anything that can hinder him/her from functioning fully in his/her primary assignment.
TEXTS FOR SCRIPTURAL REFLECTION: 2 Corinthians 5:20; 1 Corinthians 6:18; 2 Timothy 2:22
✰ 2 Corinthians 5:20 The Passion Translation (TPT) "We are ambassadors of the Anointed One who carry the message of Christ to the world, as though God were tenderly pleading with them directly through our lips. So we tenderly plead...2021-02-2211 minNot Alone Today PodcastS1E13 - Wisdom for the Sexually Active Christian in a Premarital ContextIn this episode, we add a sequel to our conversation from the previous episode about handling sexual attraction during courtship. Specifically, based on listeners' feedback, we consider what this would look like for those who are already very sexually active.
RESOURCES MENTIONED
The Act of Marriage: The Beauty of Sexual Love by Tim and Beverly LaHaye
The Meaning of Sex by Walter Trobisch
OTHER RESOURCES
https://linktr.ee/josephola2021-02-1014 min
Omoluabi PodcastS1E04 - A Proverb on EXCELLENCE - "Aṣọ à-fọ̀-fún kò jẹ́ká mọ olówó"ỌMỌLÚÀBÍ PODCAST | EPISODE 004
PROVERB CONSIDERED: "Aṣọ à-fọ̀-fún kò jẹ́ká mọ olówó."
INTERPRETATION: Clothes washed clean make identifying the rich person impossible. In other words, there is a way a 'poor' person can wash his/her clothes and take good care of it such that in public, he/she appears to be rich.
MEANING: You can manage the little you have so well that people will reckon with you as they would someone who has much more than you currently do. Based on an understanding of your identity an Ọmọlúàbí...2021-02-0808 minNot Alone Today PodcastS1E12 - How To Handle Sexual Attraction During CourtshipIn this episode, we respond to Kate's questions. She asks:
1. How do you handle being sexually attracted to your hopeful future partner?
2. How do you handle being sexually attracted to someone else while you are in a relationship with your hopeful future partner?
This episode is our response to her question.
MORE RESOURCES
Joseph and Anu have many other resources which you can find via the links below:
Our books: https://author.to/JosephOla
Joseph's website: http://josephkolawole.org/
Eleos' blog: http://eleosblisshouse.org/
Our second Podcast (Ọmọlúàbí Podcast): https...2021-02-0324 min
Omoluabi PodcastS1E03 - A Proverb on INCOMPATIBILITY - "Ẹ̀gún ò bẹ́sẹ̀rẹ́"ỌMỌLÚÀBÍ PODCAST | EPISODE 003
PROVERB CONSIDERED: "Ẹ̀gún ò bẹ́sẹ̀rẹ́."
INTERPRETATION: Thorns and the soles of one's feet do not reconcile; they are not 'friends'.
MEANING: Certain people are, by virtue of their nature or make-up, incompatible with others. Likewise, certain actions are unsuitable for certain situations.
TEXTS FOR SCRIPTURAL REFLECTION: 1 Corinthians 15:33 and 2 Corinthians 6:14
1 Corinthians 15:33 The Passion Translation (TPT) - "So stop fooling yourselves! Evil companions will corrupt good morals and character."
2 Corinthians 6:14 The Living Bible (TLB) - "Don’t be teamed with those who do not love the Lord, for what...2021-02-0111 min
Omoluabi PodcastS1E02 - A Proverb on Instant (and Ultimate) CONSEQUENCES - "Òòjọ́là ńṣu imí àgbagbà"ỌMỌLÚÀBÍ PODCAST | EPISODE 002
PROVERB CONSIDERED: "Òòjọ́là ńṣu imí àgbagbà."
INTERPRETATION: The shit (faeces) that comes from eating a plantain meal comes on the same day. In other words, on the same day you eat plantain meal, expect to visit the loo.
MEANING: The consequences of certain actions are virtually immediate. Moreover, by implication, all our actions, ultimately have consequences.
TEXTS FOR SCRIPTURAL REFLECTION: Acts 12:20-23 and Proverbs 18:20-21
Acts 12:20-23 The Passion Translation (TPT) 20 Now, during those days, Herod was engaged in a violent dispute with the people of Tyre a...2021-01-2906 minNot Alone Today PodcastS1E11 - Help! I Don't Like Who God Wants Me To MarryIn this episode, we respond to TK's question. On one hand, he wanted to know how to process not liking the person God is leading him to marry, and on the other hand, he wanted us to speak into the subject of age difference between a guy and a lady in a marital relationship.
SCRIPTURES REFERENCED
"Delight yourself also in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.” (Psalm 37:4 NKJV)
"And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to...2021-01-2719 min
Omoluabi Podcast002 - A Proverb on Instant (and Ultimate) ConsequencesPROVERB CONSIDERED: "Òòjọ́là ńṣu imí àgbagbà."
INTERPRETATION: The shit (faeces) that comes from eating a plantain meal comes on the same day. In other words, on the same day you eat plantain meal, expect to visit the loo.
MEANING: The consequences for certain actions are virtually immediate. Moreover, by implication, all our actions, ultimately have consequences.
TEXTS FOR SCRIPTURAL REFLECTION: Acts 12:20-23 and Proverbs 18:20-21
Acts 12:20-23 The Passion Translation (TPT)
20 Now, during those days, Herod was engaged in a violent dispute with the people of Tyre and Sid...2021-01-2706 min
Omoluabi PodcastS1E01 - Introduction to Ọmọlúàbí PodcastIn this episode, we introduce this podcast. This is the podcast where African Proverbs and Biblical Wisdom converge. In the podcast series, we will be gleaning from nuggets of timeless wisdom captured in African proverbs. Each episode focuses on a Yorùbá proverb which is then reflected upon in the light of scriptures. The podcast aims both to showcase a rich collection of African proverbs and offer such indigenous wisdom to young adults of African descent and, indeed, anyone!2021-01-2504 minNot Alone Today PodcastS1E10 - About BreakupsIn this episode, we (Joseph and Anu) discuss the sensitive subject of BREAKUPS. We touched on how to manage it and how to do it right (when it becomes necessary to do it). Some of the points discussed include the following:
In the aftermath of a breakup, don't minimise your pain, hurt, or grief. Give expression to it.
Maximise the learning opportunity that your break up affords you.
Take time to heal (and learn) before 'jumping' into another relationship too soon.
Even in your pain, God's providence is at work.
Your breakup can be a feather to your...2021-01-1829 minNot Alone Today PodcastS1E09 - Lessons From the PandemicIn this episode, as we begin a new year (2021), we pause to reflect on the lessons 2020 and the global COVID-19 pandemic taught us. A snapshot of these lessons include the following among others:
Growth is ALWAYS happening, whether or not we notice it.
God likes to dwell in the GRADUAL.
Serving God can be fun.
Time Management - "Saying Yes" versus "Saying No"
The profound powers of technology demand that we STEWARD it well.
Personal discipline in sharing stuff on social media.
PRIORITISING correctly is the breeding ground for fulfilment.
MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE
The Gospel Coalition
Joseph and Anu's Books published in 2020
Not Alone Today Podcast
COVID-19 Pandemic
SCRIPTURES REFERENCED2021-01-0528 minNot Alone Today PodcastS1E08 - Do I Need a Mentor?In this episode, we respond to Theresa's question. She asks: "I've been trying to get my partner to have a mentor since our relationship began two years ago but he's yet to do so. I believe that having a mentor will lessen our fights and help him identify and work on some areas of his life. He says that he looks up to some great men of God but I'd rather he has mentors whom he has direct access to. What would you say about this?"
EXCERPTS
"It's good to have mentors you are able...2020-12-2226 minNot Alone Today PodcastS1E07 - Correcting Your PartnerIn this episode, we respond to the complementary questions of Lydia and Peter. Their questions (asked independently for different relationships) seem to be about the same issue: How to correct one's partner in a relationship.
Lydia asks: "Most times when I try to tell my fiance that what he did is wrong or painful, he always ends up getting angry and ignoring my calls (and much more) just because I expressed my mind. What would you say about this?"
Peter asks: "I'm having doubts in my relationship even though I felt led into it in t...2020-12-1426 minNot Alone Today PodcastS1E06 - Should a Christian Date?In this episode, we respond to Bibi's question on the differences between DATING and COURTSHIP. She asks: "I have a question to ask about Christian relationships. I read a statement that says 'Christians don't date; they court.' I'll like to know the difference between both. It will be helpful if could shed more light on the pattern a godly relationship should follow. Thanks."
In the episode, we:
explored the differences between dating and courtship,
highlighted the pitfalls of dating as it is practised in popular culture, and
suggested a pattern for building a godly relationship
2020-11-3032 minNot Alone Today PodcastS1E05 - "Should I Tell Her My Past?" | Having Difficult Conversations in CourtshipIn today's episode, we respond to Felix's question. He asks: "I was addicted to masturbation but I'm on a journey of recovery. Prior to this, I had other girls that I use to satisfy my sexual urges with and I also masturbate to satisfy my urge. Whereas, I'm also in a relationship and practising no-sex-before-marriage with my partner. Now that I'm getting better and on a journey to recovery, my question is "Should I tell her about it?""
Relevant Resource: Joseph and Anu's books titled "Marriage in View" and #Unaddicted both available on Amazon.2020-11-2314 minNot Alone Today PodcastS1E04 - "Help! I Failed (Again)": Managing Academic FailuresIn this episode, we respond to two similar questions. The first from Tracy and the second for John.
Tracy says "I've just seen a result today. The lecturer for the course was very strict. In all the three sets of continuous assessments he gave us (which amounted to 30% of the marks obtainable), I tried all I could and I ended up with 14 out of 30. I prayed earnestly, believing in God for a better grade in the remaining 70% for the exams. I studied hard. He repeated past questions; they were easy and God was faithful to bring all...2020-11-1821 minNot Alone Today PodcastS1E03 - Pre-Courtship, Courtship, and Pre-Wedding FEARSA listener, Susan, asks Anu: "When you were courting Joseph and your marriage was drawing closer, did you have any fears? If you did, how did you overcome them?" This episode is our response to her question.
Relevant Resource: Joseph and Anu's book titled "Marriage in View" available on Amazon.
You can check out other free resources from Joseph and Anu here: https://linktr.ee/josephola2020-11-1032 minNot Alone Today PodcastS1E02 - How Do I Hear From God?A listener, Lynda, asks: "Many people come out boldly and say 'God told me this' or 'God told me that' but I can't boldly say the same. I know that the Bible says 'as many as are led by the Spirit are the sons and daughters of God.' I have tried to get messages on this subject but most of the messages I've found have no practical steps. Perhaps you may have some recommendations on messages and books on this subject. I pray and I don't want to live any trial-and-error life. I really want Him to lead...2020-11-0323 min
Not Alone Today PodcastS1E01 - Introducing "Not Alone Today" PodcastWe've all gone through one challenge or the other and felt, while in the middle of it, that the challenge was specific to us. This podcast exists to bust that myth. You are not alone in your struggles. In this introduction to the NOT ALONE TODAY Podcast, Joseph and Anu introduce what the podcast is about and said a few words about themselves.
The podcast is built around three elements:
Conversations
Confessions
Comfort
You can check out some free resources from Joseph and Anu here: https://linktr.ee/josephola2020-10-2814 min