Black Girl Bible - Janai Imani

Season 4 Episode 08 Topic: Led Beside Still Waters Psalm 23 is more than a comforting chapter, it’s a portrait of Jehovah Rohi. He’s the Shepherd who leads, protects, and intimately cares for His people. In this episode, we’ll unpack what it means for God to guide you personally: in decisions, in rest, in restoration, and in seasons of fear or uncertainty. We’ll talk about how the Shepherd’s voice...

Season 4 Episode 07 Topic: The God Who Sees Me Hagar’s story is one of abandonment, mistreatment, and being pushed aside—yet it is in her wilderness that she meets El Roi, “the God who sees.” This episode invites anyone who has ever felt invisible to step into a story where God notices every tear, every burden, and every moment of isolation. We’ll explore how God sees us with compassion and respon...

Season 4 Episode 06 Topic: The God Who Is When God spoke to Moses from the burning bush and declared, “I AM,” He revealed Himself as Yahweh—the God who is eternal, unchanging, and ever-present. In this episode, we’ll walk through Moses’ moment of uncertainty and fear, and how God’s response speaks to our own seasons of doubt. We’ll explore what it means to serve a God who doesn’t just do but is—wh...

Season 4 Episode 05 Topic: More Than Enough When God revealed Himself as El Shaddai, He was speaking to Abraham, an aging man waiting on a promise that felt impossible. In this episode, we’ll explore how God’s power meets human limitation and how His sufficiency sustains us when our strength runs out. We’ll unpack the nurturing, life-giving nature of El Shaddai and why His might is always paired w...

Season 4 Episode 04 Topic: God With Us Immanuel is the fulfillment of God’s promise to come near. In this episode, we’ll walk through the significance of God stepping into human flesh—our pain, our joy, our struggles—and what it means to experience His presence in every season. We’ll talk about how Emmanuel reshapes loneliness, redirects fear, and brings hope into places we thought were empty. Scr...

Season 4 Episode 03 Topic: Healing In His Hands (Ft. Jordyn Peaks) Adonai means “Master” or “Lord,” but not in a way that diminishes us—rather, it frees us. In this episode, we’ll look at the moments in Scripture where God’s people had to decide whether to trust His leadership or cling to control. We’ll discuss why surrender is one of the most powerful spiritual disciplines and how living under Go...

Season 4 Episode 02 Topic: Master Of It All Adonai means “Master” or “Lord,” but not in a way that diminishes us—rather, it frees us. In this episode, we’ll look at the moments in Scripture where God’s people had to decide whether to trust His leadership or cling to control. We’ll discuss why surrender is one of the most powerful spiritual disciplines and how living under God’s Lordship brings cla...

Season 4, Episode 01 | Known By His Name We begin Season 4 where Scripture begins. With Elohim, the Creator. In this foundational episode of Known By His Name, we explore how God reveals His nature and character through His names, starting with the first name used for God in the Bible. As we study the creation narrative, we reflect on what it means to be formed with intention, purpose, and divine...

Season 3 Episode 25 Topic: Growing Your Faith In College (Ft. Daraja Brown, Kayla Maxey, Ibukun Jaiyesimi, Amber Frye, Jala Stubbs) This episode is a conversation with young women in college, focusing on the journey of faith in a season of change and uncertainty. We’ll talk about navigating life away from home, discovering identity, making faith your own, and trusting God with the unknowns of the...

Season 3 Episode 24 Topic: Using Your Influence For God’s Work In this episode, we’ll explore Phoebe’s role as a trusted leader, servant, and supporter of Paul’s ministry. As a deacon and benefactor, she used her influence, resources, and dedication to advance the gospel. We’ll discuss how her faithfulness, generosity, and leadership reflect the Proverbs 31 woman, highlighting themes of women in m...

Season 3 Episode 23 Topic: Trusting God Through The Hard Seasons In this episode, we’ll explore the story of Naomi, a woman who faced unimaginable loss—her husband, her sons, and her sense of identity. Feeling bitter and broken, she returned to her homeland with nothing but her daughter-in-law Ruth and a heart full of sorrow. Yet even in grief, Naomi’s story didn’t end in despair. Through her guid...

Season 3 Episode 22 Topic: The Power of Purpose & Partnership In this episode, we’ll explore the life of a woman whose wisdom, leadership, and dedication to teaching helped shape the early church. We’ll discuss how she used her home, skills, and voice to mentor others, including correcting and guiding influential leaders. Together, we’ll reflect on the power of partnership in ministry, hospitality...

Season 3 Episode 21 Topic: In The Fields Of Faithfulness In this episode, we’ll explore the story of a woman whose unwavering loyalty, humility, and faith led her from loss to redemption. We’ll reflect on how her journey of trusting God, embracing hard work, and walking with integrity opened the door to unexpected blessings and favor. Together, we’ll uncover the lessons her life teaches about fait...

Season 3 Episode 20 Topic: Seen, Heard, & Never Forgotten (Ft. Charity Rosier) In this episode, we’ll explore the story of a woman who felt rejected, forgotten, and alone, yet encountered the God who sees. Hagar’s journey from servant to survivor reveals how God meets us in the wilderness and provides for us in the most desperate situations. We’ll discuss how her resilience, trust in God’s provisi...

Season 3 Episode 19 Topic: The Woman Who Laughed At God In this episode, we’ll explore the story of Sarah, the wife of Abraham, whose journey reminds us that God’s promises don’t always come quickly—but they do come. Though she laughed in disbelief at the idea of bearing a child in old age, Sarah ultimately became the mother of nations through the miraculous birth of Isaac. We’ll discuss how her s...

Season 3 Episode 18 Topic: A Woman Of Purpose & Provision In this episode, we’ll explore the story of Lydia, a successful businesswoman whose heart was opened by God and whose home became a launching point for the early church in Philippi. As a dealer in purple cloth, Lydia was both influential and resourceful, but it was her hospitality, generosity, and spiritual hunger that truly set her apart....

Season 3 Episode 17 Topic: The Decision That Changed The Future (Ft. Imani Aisha) In this episode, we’ll dive into the story of a woman whose courage and faith not only saved her family but also secured her place in the lineage of Jesus. We’ll discuss how her bold choices and willingness to trust God’s plan reveal the heart of the Proverbs 31 woman—one who protects, provides, and secures the futur...

Season 3 Episode 16 Topic: Worship That Leads A Nation In this episode, we’ll explore the story of Miriam, the sister of Moses and Aaron, who played a powerful role in Israel’s deliverance and journey through the wilderness. As a prophetess, leader, and worshiper, Miriam helped guide her people and led them in praise after crossing the Red Sea. But her story also includes a moment of pride and cor...

Season 3 Episode 15 Topic: Shaping The Next Generation With God’s Word In this episode, we’ll explore the story of Eunice and Lois, a mother and grandmother who laid the spiritual foundation for one of the early church’s greatest leaders—Timothy. Though we don’t hear much about them in Scripture, their faith, consistency, and godly influence shaped a young man who would become Paul’s trusted disci...

Season 3 Episode 14 Topic: The Tension Between Hustle & Holiness (Ft. Briana Tahari) In this episode, we’ll explore the contrasting yet complementary roles of Martha and Mary of Bethany. While Martha served diligently, Mary sat at Jesus’ feet, each demonstrating different expressions of devotion. When their brother Lazarus died, both sisters showed deep faith in Jesus’ power, revealing their uniqu...

Season 3 Episode 13 Topic: The Woman Who Was Set Free In this episode, we’ll explore the powerful transformation of a woman who went from being tormented by darkness to walking in bold devotion to Jesus. Mary Magdalene was healed and set free by Jesus—and she never turned back. She became one of His most faithful followers, stood at the foot of the cross when others fled, and was the first to witn...

Season 3 Episode 12 Topic: Chosen To Carry A Promise In this episode, we’ll explore the story of a young woman chosen to carry the greatest calling in history. Though young, unmarried, and faced with social risk, she responded to God’s plan with humility, courage, and faith. We’ll discuss how her obedience, spiritual maturity, and quiet strength reflect the heart of the Proverbs 31 woman, highligh...

Season 3 Episode 11 Topic: Crowned With Purpose (Ft. Brittany Dorsey) In this episode, we’ll explore the journey of a woman who rose from an orphan to a queen and how she used her position to save her people. Though she faced fear and uncertainty, she stepped forward with boldness and faith, proving that God places us in the right moments for such a time as this. We’ll discuss how her wisdom, brav...

Season 3 Episode 10 Topic: When Shame Turns To Glory In this episode, we’ll explore the story of a woman often remembered for scandal, but known by God for so much more. Bathsheba’s life was marked by loss, betrayal, and pain, yet God brought redemption through her story. Her story reminds us that God can restore what’s been damaged and bring beauty from ashes. We’ll discuss how her resilience, qu...

Season 3 Episode 9 Topic: A Life At The Altar In this episode, we’ll explore Anna the prophetess (Luke 2:36-38), a woman of unwavering faith and devotion who spent decades fasting, praying, and worshiping as she awaited the Messiah. When Jesus was brought to the temple, she immediately recognized Him and began praising God and sharing the good news. Anna’s story teaches us about perseverance, wors...