Our Favourite Word (OFW): Recent Episodes
Seitiso Mogotsi
The purpose of this podcast is to explore God's word and have fun while we're at it. We want everyone to know that reading the bible isn't as boring as your mom made it seem.
This episode is recorded for the history section of @Biblevation on IG & Youtube. In this episode, we discuss how Christianity came about & progressed in Africa. It is important that we understand where we come from as a people and how far God has brought us.
Psalm 34: 10-Those who seek the Lord lack no good thing. Quote: Trust God to gice you what you need when you need it. If you get it too early, you might misplace it.-Kristi Ann Hunter
Get up, go, Live! Scripture: My God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.
Daily devotional - John 10:10 living life free from tradition, religion and unrealistic societal pressures.
Hebrews 13: 5b-Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you. Quote: If human help fails, God will never forsake the.-Lailah Gifty Akita
In this episode we discuss the role of the church with regards to black lives and the difficult conversations that we need to have about race relations.
Ephesians 6:11-Put on the whole armour of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. Quote: Sometimes fighting against evil is not a choice, but an imperative. -Anon
Psalm 23:1 - The Lord is my shepherd I shall not be in want. Quote: "When you eagerly depend on the Lord for any provision, you eliminate all odds of disappointment." - Gift Gugu Mona
John 16: 22- So also you have sorrow now, but I will see you again, and your hearts will rejoice, and no one will take your joy from you. Quote: I love to think of nature as an unlimited broadcasting station, through which God speaks to us every hour, if we only tune in. -George Washington Carver.
Zephania 3: 17-The Lord your God is in your midst, a mighty one who will save; he will rejoice over you with gladness; he will quiet you by his love; he will exult over you with loud singing. Quote: God loves each of us as if there were only one of us.-Saint Augustine
Matthew 19:26-With God all things are possible. Quote: Outside of Christ, I cannot in Christ, I am more than able. Outside of Christ, I have been defeated; in Christ, I am already victorious.-Watchman Nee
We continue with Job's story in this episode, uncovering his extreme confusion at everything he has lost, his continuing Praise to God and his friend Eliphaz who rebukes and cautions that nobody is blemish-free or without sin.
Deuteronomy 20:4 For the Lord your God is the one who goesnwoth you to fight for you against your enemies to give you victory. Quote: Prayet is repeating the Victor's name (Jesus) into the ears of Satan and insisting on his retreat. -S.D. Gordon
Romans 8: 38-39--Nothing in alm creation will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord. Quote: In one lifetime you will love many times, but one love will burn your soul forever.
Job 12:10 In His hand is the life of every creature and the breath of all mankind. While I know myself as a creation of God, I am also obligated to realize and remember that everyone else and everything else are also God's creation.
Isaiah 14:24, Romans 8:28. Quote: There is nothing unpremeditate, nothing neglected by God.-Sain Basil.
Psalm 94: 19 When anxiety was great within me, your consolation brought joy to my soul."-Tony Dungy: I've said all along that God is in control.
In today's episode we discuss Job chapters 9 to 12. We discover that Job's friend still don't understand the "why" and they seek to comfort him.
Scripture: Hebrews 10:23-Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for he who promised is faithful. Quote: Today's tears water tomorrow's gardens-Matshina Dhliwayo
James 1: 2-4××× Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.
Quote×××The tests we face in life's journey are not to reveal our weaknesses but to help us discover our inner strengths. We can only know how strong we are when we strive and thrive beyond the challenges we face.
Kemi Sogunle
Scripture: Matthew 5:8-Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God. Quote: Without the inward attitude of the heart, you cannot praise God the way you should.-Shelena Griffiths
Scripture: 2 Timothy 1: 7. Quote: Courage doesn't always roar. Sometimes courage is the little voice at the end of the day that says I'll try again tomorrow.
Mary Anne Radmacher
Romans 5: 3-4 Not only that, but we rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that sufferings produce endurance, endurance produces character, and character produces hope. Quote: Where there is no struggle, there is no strength.
In this episode we discuss Friendship, depressions, analyzing feelings & facts, Venting as well as cause and effect. We take these themes from Job 5-8.
1 Chronicles 16:27 Splendor and majesty are before him; strength and joy are in his dwelling place. Quote: “There are no unique postures and times and limitations that restrict our access to God. My relationship with God is intimate and personal. The Christian does not go to the temple to worship. The Christian takes the temple with him or her. Jesus lifts us beyond the building and pays the human body the highest compliment by making it His dwelling place, the place where He meets with us.”—Ravi Zacharias
John 14:27. Quote: There are many things that are essential to arriving at true peace of mind, and one of the most important is faith, which cannot be acquired without prayer. John Wooden
Psalm 46: 1. Quote: It is easier to stop worrying when you absolutely trust God for provision. -Gift Gugu Mona
Psalm 40: 1-2. Quote: God has perfect timing; never early; never late. It takes a little patience and it takes a lot of faith but it's worth the wait.
Welcome to season 3... In this season we are looking at the book of Job, his sudden disaster and his response thereto. Join us for episode 1 as we cover the first four chapter.
Matthew 6: 31-34 Do not be anxious about anything. Theodore Roosevelt: Do what you can, with what you've got, where you are.
Isaiah 40: 28-31×××The Lord will not grow tired and weary. Trust in him for renew strength.
In today's episode we discuss a few topics as we reflect on season 2. Lessons learnt: 1. The message of salvation, hope and redemption is unpopular. 2. Many have hears and will hear but few have responded. 3. There is still much work for us to do. 4. We are coworkers with God in bringing hope to the world. 5. We must guard our hearts and minds.
In this episode we discuss the parable of the two sons. Focus of the message: Let your yes be your yes. Matthew 21: 28-32
In today's episode, we discuss the parable of the persistent widow-Luke 18: 1-8(NIV) Centre of today's mesage: Pray without ceasing, do not give up.
Dontgiveup #pray #persistence #luke18 #OurFavouriteWord #Christainpodcast #podcastlife
In today's episode we discuss the implications and meaning of the parable. We highlight the following points: 1. Accountability 2. Work strategically 3. Using wealth/influence for the kingdom 4. Work faithfully and 5. Impossible to serve two Masters
[04/29, 18:34] Seitiso Grace Mogotsi: In this episode we discuss the parable of the rich fool. We need to be careful not to be prisoners to our material possesions. It'll be ohk in the end. [04/29, 18:35] Seitiso Grace Mogotsi: #OurFavouriteWord #Luke12 #Christianpodcast #podcastlife #wealthandriches
In today's episode we discuss the parable of the wedding banquet.
Matthew 22:1-14 (Luke 14:15-24)
Are you invited?
In today's episode, we discuss what it means to be free as a Christian. We answer the question, "What is freedom to you?" . Our priority verse for this episode: -1 Corinthians 10: 23 "I have the right to do anything," you say--but not everything is beneficial. "I have the right to do anything"--but not everything is constructive.-
In today's episode we discuss the parable of the labourers (Matthew 20: 1-16). Crux of the message: When you came in doesn't matter, eternity is all that should matter to us. This is not a race of who came first and who came last.
The parable of the unmerciful servant 🔹Matthew 18:21-35
*" _Forgive, it's the God thing to do. In today's episode we discuss forgiveness and what it means for us to forgive others. Search 'Our Favourite Word' on Spotify.
In today's episode we discuss the parable of the talents. If you're interested to know what you're gifted in and how you can serve God, check this gifts test out https://gifts.churchgrowth.org/spiritual-gifts-survey/
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Today we discuss: 🌼The parable of the lost son 💞Luke 15: 11-32💞
Parables #Parableofthelost #OurFavouriteWord #Luke15 #salvation #99
In today's episode we discuss: 🌼The parable of the hidden treasures 🌼The parable of the lost sheep.
Episode 2 of Season 2 is out. In this episode we discuss 🌻The parable of the seeds. and 🌻The parable of the net.
Welcome to Season 2! Topics covered in this episode: 1. The parable of the sower (Matthew 13: 1-23). 2. The parable of mustard seed ( Matthew 31-35)
Please check the other episodes to see what season 1 of Our Favourite has been about. We are excited to start Season 2, starting with the parables.
Season 1 Finale! Today we discuss how Jesus walks on the water, following disciples after he had to spend some alone time (post feeding the 5000). This episode deals with boldness, the works of faith and how we need to look at him when when the winds around us getting stronger and stronger.
Today's episode is based on Matthew 14 (1-21) and covers the following topics: 🌼 1. Herod kills John the Baptist 🌼2. Jesus feeds 5000.
Today's episode is based on Matthew 12:22 -50 and covers the following topics: 💛 1. Jesus delivers a demon possessed man 💛2. Jesus is accused of witchcraft 💛3. Jesus draws a line on the sand 💛4. A tree is known by its fruit 💛5. Sign of Jonah 6. Jesus's mother and brothers.
Episode 19 is out!!! Today's episode is based on Matthew 12:1-15 and covers the following topics:
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Jesus is Lord of the Sabbath 1.1. Pharisees condemn Jesus's disciples 1.2. Jesus defends his disciples 1.3. Healing on the Sabbath
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God's chosen servant.
Today's episode is part 2 & based on Matthew 11:20 - 30. In today's episode we focus on the following:
- The refusal to change
- God favours the weak and detests the arrogant
- Invitation to rest.
Today's episode is part 1 of 2 based on Matthew 11. In today's episode we focus on the following:🌱 1. God doesn't always act according to our expectations 🌱 2. Answers are in the Bible 🌱3. Jesus encourages a broken man 🌱4. Jesus affirms John 🌱5. The kingdom belongs to those who contend for it 🌱6. Not pleased by John nor by Jesus
Episode 16 is out! Today's episode in based on Matthew 10 and covers the following topics: 🟢🌼Jesus sends out the 12 🟢🌼The dangers that lie ahead on the mission
Today's episode in based on Matthew 9 and covers the following topics: 🟢💚Forgiveness of sins and healing 🟢💚Matthew's calling 🟢💚Fasting 🟢💚Raising the dead and healing the sick 🟢💚Workers are few.
Sup y'all, episode 14 is out! Today's episode in based on Matthew 8 and covers the following topics: 👉 Healing of leprosy 👉 Faith of the centurion 👉 Healing of many 👉 Following Jesus is costly business 👉 The calming of the storm, and 👉 Healing of demon.
In today's episode we look at Matthew chapter 7 and discuss the for topics: ⏩ Judging others ⏩ Asking, seeking and knocking ⏩ False prophets and false disciples ⏩ Building your life on the solid and steady foundation of Jesus Christ.
In today's episode we conclude Matthew 6 and cover the following topics 🔷 Fasting 🔷 Treasures 🔷 Worry.
In today's episode we look at Matthew 6 and discuss the following topics: - Giving to the needy And -Prayer.
In today's episode we conclude Matthew 5 and cover the following topics: Adultery Empty promises Love you enemies.
In today's episode we read and discuss Matthew 5: Beatitudes, Fulfillment of the law and Murder. Stay tuned as we finish Matthew Ch5 in episode 10.
In this episode we talk Matthew chapter 4, the temptation of Jesus, the calling of the first disciples and the healing of the sick. In essence, we are not beyond temptation but God is; and we are all called to guide us and disciple. Stay tuned as we continue to have a look at the book of Matthew.
In this episode we discussed the genealogy of Jesus and how the old and new testaments intersect. We go a little deeper into various verses and we also meet John the Baptist & his core message, "The Kingdom is near".
On today's episode we get to know Seiti, her journey back to God and her relationship with God now.
On the next Episode, we will be doing Matthew Chapyer 1-4. Stay tuned and come back! Blessings! Seiti & G
In this Episode we spend a bit of time getting to know Gman and his journey with God. We will cover part 2 of this in Episode 6 when we discuss Seiti's journey. After that we go through the book of Matthew, stay tuned!
In today's episode, Boaz organizes the redemption of Ruth and Naomi. We basically cover the summary if Chapter 3 & then go on to talk about Chapter 4, the redemption of Naomi & Ruth. This is where Naomi's journey comes into full circle, it's a wedding day💃! Check us out on 01/04/2020 for a new episode (that awkward moment when...).
On today's episode we cover a quick recap of Ruth 2 then go on to summarise Ruth 3 and add discussion. Additional scriptures to look for: Deutoronmy 25:5, Leviticus 25: 25-28, Ezekiel 16:8. We conclude the book of Ruth in Episode 4, check it out on 31/03/2020.❤🧡
In this episode we catch you up on Ruth Chapter 1, do a quick summary of Ruth Chapter 2 and then a mini discussion. Catch Episode on March 30th 2020 at 20:00pm (CAT). I hope you laugh as much as we did when we recorded this episode!
So we felt that we should make a bit of a disclaimer before we publish Episode 2🤣. In essence, do your research first kids. Don't do what we did, almost stealing someone's podcast name 🙈😢.
On this Episode we cover a quick summary of Ruth 1 and then discuss a couple of things regarding our relationships with God, leaving the presence of God and having questions about what God is doing. For more on the book Ruth, check Episode 2 out.