That Christian Next Door Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Our HEART and AIM is speaking the truth about Christian life in the 21st century and God's continuing relevance to all.
This is episode four of season 2 of the podcast. This season we are exploring the idea of Heritage. In this episode, I am joined by a true blessing of a person, Pastor Solomon Ajayi.
In this episode, the first of three, we discuss eternal life, God’s ownership of us, the human battle for independence from a God, the God who remains steadfast in his love and faithfulness.
Strap in. Listen, pray about what you hear and share with someone!
This is episode three of Season 2 of the podcast and we will be continuing where we left off in episode two.
Our focus in this episode is on what the friendship of the Lord looks like, from the perspective of His will and plan. There are the things we want for our lives and then there are the things that God wants in order for His kingdom to come. The sweet spot of friendship is when what we want and what He wants are the same.
Listen, pray and share this with someone! Be blessed.
We are back with Episode 2 of our current series 'Heritage'. Here, we carry on from where we left off in the previous episode. We discuss finding strength in the presence of God, embracing the physical and spiritual aspects of serving God, living a blameless life, being wholehearted and cherishing righteousness.
The episode ends with a prayer for strength to do God's commandments. Listen, subscribe and share with someone! Episode three will follow in due course.
The podcast is back! The theme is Heritage - our inheritance in and from God and His inheritance in us: these two beautifully interwoven things.
Thank you for coming on this journey with us. Listen, share and subscribe to the podcast.
Episode two will follow shortly.
"Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever." Quoted from Psalm 23v6. In this episode, we discuss how there is more goodness, more mercy and more of the love of God for the saints to get to know and enjoy in everyday life. However, it requires faith, hope and trust in Jesus Christ.
In this bonus episode bookended by prayers of thanksgiving and hope to Jesus Christ, the God of Hope, we discuss everlasting life, the role of the heart over the mouth in Christian faith and personal hope as a critical component of the collective Christian hope for our Father's kingdom to come.
Bonus episode. For every time and for every thing that we tell ourselves that God is not enough, God (Jesus Christ) actually is enough. He is everything that we and the world needs. Do not settle for life as it is. Keep on pressing. There is always more with Jesus Christ our Lord who loves us all. Lean on Him. God bless you. Listen, meditate and share with someone.
Bonus episode. Hello again, hope this meets you well. This episode is the first of a number of episodes we will release as offshoots of the Made for More miniseries. 'As Touching' speaks on the similarities we all share in our plight on Earth and the power of the Lord Jesus Christ who is on the side of every child of God. Jesus Christ loves you. Life does get better when you accept Jesus Christ into your life and decide to walk with him every day. Be blessed.
The final episode of our Made for More series is here! Here we delve into the personal: exploring what a life of 'more' in and with Jesus Christ looks like. In this episode, our topics range from hopefulness in an imperfect world, to debate about the greatest rapper of all time, to reflecting in our own lives the change we hope for God to make in the world. There is also the prayer of salvation for all who want to take that rewarding step. This an episode to be listened to and shared with someone. The podcast will return. Feel free to subscribe for bonus episodes and our latest uploads.
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In episode four of the Made for More miniseries, we continue our exploration of the 'more' that God has for us.
We contrast eternal life on earth with eternal life in heaven, we discuss potential responses to the eternal life that Jesus Christ offers and we talk about the fruits which are produced in a person living in the eternal life that Jesus Christ sacrificed himself for. Be blessed.
Speaker: Carlos Ebube Okpe.
A life of 'more' is characterized by the presence of The Light of the world, by oneness with Jesus Christ and by a return to personal intimacy with the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.
This is episode three of the Made for More miniseries. Be blessed.
Speaker: Carlos Ebube Okpe.
Episode two of our Made for More miniseries sees us explore, with a keen eye on The Book of Genesis, the overriding contexts to human life.
John 3 v 16 is a microcosm of the world on earth before sin and death entered. John 3 v 16 is as follows: the everlasting love of the Father, coupled with His plan for the everlasting, followed by all-conquering faith, leading to salvation and everlasting life eventually.
Every human being is and was intended for everlasting life. We are made for more and there is always more to aim for.
Be blessed as you listen!
The first episode in a miniseries titled Made for More in which we will explore God's plan and provision for human beings to live a complete, satisfying and forever life.
In the Bible, the book of John chapter 3 and verse 16 speaks of God the Father's love, the sacrifice of Jesus Christ the Son and how the belief by anyone in that framework leads to everlasting life.
In this episode, we examine God's love, the everlasting life being promised and we preview the four people in John 3 v 16.
Bonus Episode. About how everyone has had or will have an encounter with God and how to understand what may have happened or what will happen. A follow-on episode from 'Encounters 2/Feasts and Family 2', available at: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4lpXLLCCTy8voHXmHOaOq1Be blessed.
Bonus episode. About separation from the world and separation to Jesus Christ. Romans 1 v 16 AMPC - "For I am not ashamed of the Gospel (good news) of Christ, for it is God’s power working unto salvation [for deliverance from eternal death] to everyone who believes with a personal trust and a confident surrender and firm reliance, to the Jew first and also to the Greek."A follow-on episode from 'Family Matters - Feasts and Family, available at: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7iCwpdBoYvFlz22zA7hB5x
Bonus episode. About telling Jesus Christ: "You first".
Psalm 35 v 27 AMPC - "Let those who favor my righteous cause and have pleasure in my uprightness shout for joy and be glad and say continually, Let the Lord be magnified, Who takes pleasure in the prosperity of His servant."
First published on the That Christian Next Door website at: https://thatchristiannextdoor.com/2023/02/03/in-search-of-gods-will/
In the tenth and final episode of our Family Matters series, we discuss encounters with God and how all of them are designed by God himself to bring us to alignment and oneness with Him. In this episode, we also speak on the responsibility that comes with hearing the Father, we touch on time and chance and also the non-physical enemies that surround the table that God has prepared for us. Thank you for tuning in. Share this with someone. The Podcast will return. Speaker: Samuel Obasi.
In the ninth episode of our Family Matters series, we discuss the theoretical concept of a mother figure in the Prodigal Son Parable told by Jesus Christ and how her presence may have impacted on events in the story. In this episode, we discuss the crucial role of women in the Bible and in the nuclear and Christian family. We also touch on the bond of trust that God desires to build with every single woman and the depths of relationship He seeks to foster with them. Be blessed as you listen and share with someone!
In episode eight of our Family Matters series, we continue our conversation from episode 7 with Pastor Solomon Ajayi, who is joining us again following our episode with him in Season one 'Let Go and Let God'. In this episode, we discuss taking the initiative in our personal and church family relationships, succession planning in the Christian faith and the importance of hearing and acting on God's words which He speaks to us in the secret place.
In episode seven of our Family Matters series, we speak with Pastor Solomon Ajayi, a wonderful Christian inside and out and a very good friend, who is joining us again following our episode with him in Season one 'Let Go and Let God'. In this episode, the first of two parts, we will be delving deeper into our topic for this series titled ‘Family Matters’ and we will be using the story of the Prodigal Son to examine the dynamics of our interpersonal relationships and how it speaks to and influences our relationship to God. Here, we discuss accountability, responsibility, independence and freewill among many various topics. We are thankful for the varied experience and expertise Pastor Ajayi brings to the podcast both in person and behind the scenes. Part two of this discussion will follow.
Episode six of our Family Matters series continues from where we left off in episode five. In this second part of our discussion, we speak on the family themes apparent from the Prodigal Son story such as submission to God, responsibility and accountability, and making meaningful connections with the people around us. Samuel Obasi (Host), Carlos Ebube Okpe (Recurring Contributor) and Mr. Femi Emmanuel conduct the discussion in this episode.
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In episode five of our Family Matters series, we reflect back on our two previous episodes with Pastor Thywill Bankole. We also delve into the family themes highlighted in those interviews and other themes apparent from the Prodigal Son story including humility, repentance and sin's distortion of our view of ourselves. Samuel Obasi (Host), Carlos Ebube Okpe (Recurring Contributor) and new addition to the podcast Mr. Femi Emmanuel conduct the discussion in this episode. More details available at: https://linktr.ee/thatchristiannextdoor or on our website at https://www.thatchristiannextdoor.com Be blessed as you listen and share with someone you love.
In episode four of our Family Matters series, we continue our discussion with Pastor Thywill Bankole. In this final part of our two-part recording, we discuss where human beings fit in God's plan, we delve substantially into the family dynamics between parents nowadays and their young adults and we discuss key themes from the Prodigal Son story including communication, decision-making and perspective. Please listen, pray about what you hear and share with a parent or young adult you know. Have a happy Christmas from all of us at That Christian Next Door.
In episode three of our Family Matters series, we speak with Pastor Thywill Bankole, a passionate Christian and an advocate for inclusive communities in Ireland. In this first episode of two, we discuss the importance of community involvement for all, the meaning of Christianity from a family perspective and some of the existential threats to the faith in Ireland and the role that young people can play in surmounting these challenges.
"We cannot be anything of who God will have us be if we are not together". In episode two of our Family Matters series, we reflect back on this quote from Wale Agbebi and on the interview we conducted with him in episode one of this series. We also delve into the family themes highlighted in that interview and the themes apparent from the Prodigal Son story including communication, perspective, self-interest and interpersonal relationships.Samuel Obasi (Host), Carlos Ebube Okpe (Recurring Contributor) and new addition to the podcast Mr. Femi Emmanuel conduct the discussion in this episode.More details available at: https://linktr.ee/thatchristiannextdoor or on our website at https://www.thatchristiannextdoor.comBe blessed as you listen and share with someone you love.
In episode one of our Family Matters series, we speak with Mr Wale Agbebi, an avid and passionate Christian and coordinator of Youth Camp Ireland. In this conversation, our topics include the state of the church in Ireland, Christianity's approach to the non-Christians and how thinking beyond just our individual needs can be a gateway to the fullness that God has planned for our lives.
As an introduction to the context of our new series, this episode delves into the role of Jesus Christ in human life, the genesis of human relationship with God and God's design for eternal life. In this episode, we also establish the Prodigal Son story and the role it will play in this series. Be blessed. Speaker: Samuel Obasi. More information available at www.thatchristiannextdoor.com. Music: No Rocking in the Jazzhands Zone by Peter Gresser.
Nowadays, what it means to be a Christian without compromising oneself is tough. At the same time that God is smoothing out our edges, the world is assaulting the Christian’s senses and sensibilities. Every day we are forced to rationalize, to make sense, to excuse, to rethink and to reconsider what we know in our heart of hearts to be true that by fruits we will know who people really are. Christianity has no role to play in accommodating human agendas. Christianity is about being Christlike. And Christians have to take a step of faith, believing in the Christian way that our so-called deficiencies are more than amply covered by God - that in our weakness, He is strong. Christianity does not rule people out who are in the process of trying to live out God’s truth. In every other walk of life, you can come off as an impostor and as a hypocrite but that’s not quite the case in this beautiful walk of ours. Do not bow to the pressure of the world.
TEMPLATES. This is episode 5, the final episode, of our series on the biblical templates Christians can live by. In a wide-ranging exploration of female identity, we discuss God's design intentions for women as individuals and in every other facet of womanhood. It is reassuring to know that the identity of every woman is rooted in and inspired by who God is Himself. Guest: Pastor Marie Raghoo.
TEMPLATES. This is episode four of our series on the biblical templates Christians can live by. A fully functioning Christian will astound, terrify, encourage, surprise, reinvigorate, anger, motivate, spotlight and restore people and their hearts, souls and minds back to God. No two Christians should be alike. Why would God make two of you? In this episode, we speak about individuality in Christianity and ground the idea within the context of God's Holy Spirit who can and does operate in myriad ways and means.
TEMPLATES. This is episode three of our series on the biblical templates Christians can live by. Sometimes in life we find ourselves lonely, we feel uncertain, unsure of everything and afraid to make decisions in the journey of life. You are not alone. In this episode, we speak about dealing with loneliness through Jesus Christ, the best confidante and friend at all times.
Guest: Pastor Ijeoma Oyeleye.
TEMPLATES. Episode two of our series on the biblical templates Christians should live by. A template refers to something that serves as a model for the purpose of copying. In this second episode, we speak how to deal with 'Why Me?' questions. Be blessed. Guest: Pastor Christyn Ijeoma Osuji.
TEMPLATES. Over the next five episodes, the focus of the podcast will be on the biblical templates Christians should live by. A template refers to something that serves as a model for the purpose of copying. In this first episode, we speak about how to love ourselves in the process of loving others, using the template of God's love for us all. Be blessed. - - - - Your actions are consistent but your reactions are not always the same. They are not always the same because you do take nuance and intricacy into account. You are not a machine. You are alive with love and with feeling that grows and adjusts to our needs. You are not a God of blanket, round-peg in a square-hole, ram-it-in by brute force and will kind of love. You are better than that. You have to be better than that. You are capable of feeling just like us but you are principled. Your ways are made known, as are your expectations. You love endlessly but this love is not aimless. It is directed at everyone but it is not misappropriated. You love pointedly but no one is prejudiced against. If anything, by choice and lifestyle, we prejudice ourselves against your love. All can get to know and feel it but not all will. This is not a stain on your incorruptible love. No one gets to have their way with your love, running roughshod over it and taking it for granted. You value loyalty and truth too much for a blind eye to be turned to feigned devotion. Your love has endless and forever-undeniable value even in a vacuum, even though it is not intended for a vacuum. Your love, in order to effect its full work, requires a willingness to be loved and a step of faith in the right direction. Your love is not a badge you wear to announce your superiority over and above everyone else; even though you could and would rightly be justified in doing so. Your love has a point. It is not an obligation that applies indiscriminately to all. It is simply not an obligation. It is a choice. A choice hinging on staying true to who you are. You love because it is in your nature - because it is who you are. It is the essence of you. You are love and love is you. You are neither a slave to anything or anyone, nor are you a slave to yourself. You are unbridledly free to love, to love first and to love always. Yet, you are principled and dogged about who can get to feel the benefits of that love. There is a sacred, promised place for those who believe; those whose beliefs are not just mere words. There is a sacred, promised place for those who love you too as you have shown them to.
Bonus episode. Faith comes by hearing God speak. It comes as a result of what we hear in a moment or after we have read, heard, or seen, (or whatever the case may be) something about Jesus Christ. Faith is needed to become a Christian. Full article can be found at: https://thatchristiannextdoor.com/portfolio/faith-comes-by-hearing-god/
Bonus episode. Sometimes you can be where God wants you to be, where He has made room for you, but not be who He wants you to be.
Bonus episode. Acceptance of our prayer is just as important as the answer to the prayer itself because answers will not come without acceptance. In order to gain acceptance of our prayers and the answers we seek, we must be aware of God's strategic plans for our lives and His kingdom, we must be ready to reassess our prayer points and be willing to seek greater clarity about where God has drawn His lines. There is a clear difference between acceptance and answer. Be blessed.
Bonus episode. God wants to offer you meaning. God wants to be someone for you. God can be and is someone for you. He is close and we believe He wants to reach you and He will reach you if you reach out for him. Our prayers go out to Ukraine, Ethiopia and Christians all over the world under duress because of their love for Jesus Christ. Stay strong! Yours is the Kingdom of God.
Bonus episode. Hi everyone, some thoughts on God's attempts at connection and the steps He has taken and will take in the pursuit for a people after His own heart.
Bonus episode. Hi everyone, just sharing some thoughts on the story of the woman with the issue of blood and what it reveals about God thoughtfulness and mercy to us.
Hi friends, this is the episode 7 of season 1 of the That Christian Next Door Podcast. This episode is the last of the season, the theme of which is The Christian Journey. The episode is a culmination of what we feel has been a faithful perspective and snapshot in previous episodes of our lives as Christians in the 21st century. In this episode, I (Sam) speak in conversation with my good friend and recurring Podcast guest (Carlos Ebube Okpe) about what Jesus means when He describes himself in the biblical Book of John 14:6 as "the way, the truth and the life". This description is a critical message in the gospel and represents the focus of this last episode. Be blessed.
Hi. This is episode six of season one of the That Christian Next Door Podcast. The theme of this season is The Christian Journey. In this episode, the personal experience of one truth from or about God and its life-changing power is discussed. Be blessed!
We all have plans. As Christians, the best plans are those made in submission (knees) and agreement (through Holy Spirit) with God. This is the premise of Episode 5 of the That Christian Next Door Podcast. Speakers: Sam Obasi (Host), Carlos Ebube Okpe (Recurring Guest) and Blessing Obasi.
Hi. This is episode 4 of Season 1 of the That Christian Next Door Podcast and the theme of the season is The Christian Journey. In this episode, I share a discussion I had over Zoom with my local church in Ireland about an important aspect of the Christian Journey, which is to do with developing closeness to God or, to put it another way, being in His presence. As Christians, God's presence should be a first resort for us. However, we need to be clear about what His presence is and isn't and we need to be aware of the requirements of His presence. In the episode, I speak about a solemn encounter I had during a time of prayer. The episode is rounded off like our last one with the following songs of worship: Blessed be the Name of the Lord (original artist unknown) and Lean on You by Chandler Moore. Be blessed. Scripture references: They that wait upon the Lord (Isaiah 40:31); I was glad when they said let us go to the house of the Lord (Psalm 122:1); Woman with the issue of blood (Luke 8:43-48); the Roman Centurion (Matthew 8:8); God dwells in the praises of His people (Psalm 22:3); He that offers praise glorifies Me (Psalm 50:23); In the presence of the Lord there is fullness of joy (Psalm 16:11); He that dwells in the secret place of the Most High (Psalm 91:1); Follow peace with all men and holiness without which no man shall see God (Hebrews 12:14); We are transformed every day into the image of Jesus Christ (2 Corinthians 3:18); Abraham asked to sacrifice His only son Isaac (Genesis 22:1-14); The wedding in Cana (John 2:1-12); King Saul trying to kill Israel's future King David (1 Samuel 19:1-10); Daniel in the lions' den (Daniel 6:1-24); Jesus' disciples in the storm (Mark 4:35-41); The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases (Lamentation 3:22-23); Who art thou O great mountain?! (Zechariah 4:7); Burnt offering and sacrifices, he never wanted (Psalms 51:16-17); I am no longer worthy to be called your son (Luke 15:19); My sheep know my voice (John 10:27-28).
Hi everyone Thank you for tuning in to the That Christian Next Door Podcast. This is episode 3 of season 1. Our theme for this season is The Christian Journey. Over the next two episodes I will share two excerpts from a message I shared with my local church in Ireland over Zoom. The message was titled 'I am Welcome' and the part I will share in this episode is titled 'No One Is Called To Childhood Forever'. In it, I discuss the necessity for growth as Christians and the need for God that is designed into everyone of us. At the end of the episode is a beautiful worship session - where my wife and I speak to God through song of our indebtedness to Him. Be blessed. Intro music: Lovely Piano Song by Vernon. Outro music: Breathe Out Your Praise by Bethel Music, There is a Redeemer by Melody Green-Sievright, and You Satisfy by Upper Room (ft. Elyssa Smith). In this episode, I also make mention of a song called 'I Just Want To Be Where You Are' which I performed towards the end of episode 2 and 'Daily Bread' by Elyssa Smith. Do check them out if you get a chance.
Hi. This is episode two in season one of the That Christian Next Door Podcast. The theme of this season is ‘The Christian Journey’. In this episode, I will share an excerpt of a discussion with recurring Podcast guest, Pastor Solomon Ajayi, where he identifies making space in our lives as a critical step towards change. In this excerpt, the message is unequivocal: in order to experience God as he intends to be experienced, there are some things that we need to let go of in order to let God. Intro music: Lovely Piano Song by Vernon; Outro music: I Just Want to be Where You Are by Don Moen.
Hi. This is episode one and season one of the That Christian Next Door Podcast. Our heart and aim is speaking the truth about Christian life in the 21st century and God's continuing relevance to all. Our focus this first season is exemplifying, normalizing and clarifying what it means to have the title 'Christian'. The theme of season one is the Christian journey. In this first episode, we discuss the Christian's freedom of choice for God; we also discuss self-sacrifice and change. Speakers in this episode are Samuel Obasi (the Host) and Carlos Ebube Okpe (a Recurring Guest of the show). Be blessed. Intro and outro music: Lovely Piano Song by Vernon.
Hi. This is Sam here and you are listening to the That Christian Next Door Podcast. In this super short episode, I will examine the calling on the life of John the Baptist and the description of God’s plan for his life as detailed in Luke chapter 1 vs 17. I will illustrate how it can act as a metaphor and an example of what is necessary from us when we are searching for meaning in our lives. Be blessed.
Hi everyone. This is the That Christian Next Door Podcast. In this episode, we discuss accepting God's plans for our lives and avoiding the extremes that have been attached to Christianity. Be blessed.
Hi. This is the That Christian Next Door Podcast. In this episode, we speak a little about the life of John the Baptist and we talk about prayer, hearing from God and staying strong through the prayer process. Our reference scripture is Luke 1:16-20.
Hi everyone, this is the That Christian Next Door Podcast and today we will be speaking briefly about an important characteristic we all share with our Lord God and Savior: Order.
In this bonus episode, we look forward to our upcoming group Bible study series on the Gospel of Luke. We will also explore a little bit of the theme of God's design for our lives and His existence as the one God and His desire and intention for a people. Be blessed. Stood Up and Standing Out (SuSo).
Hi. We are That Christian Next Door. Our heart and aim is speaking the truth about Christian life in the 21st century and God's continuing relevance to all.