Colours & Flavours Podcast

🌸 Join the conversation on YouTube: In this episode, Opeyemi shared how her 10-year marriage has evolved over the years. From waiting for a child to becoming parents of three children. From rejecting the idea of a long-distance marriage to building a strong Christian marriage in the UK. She also shared practical advice for building a marriage that endures through life's seasons. 🌸 Colours &a...

🌸 Join the conversation on YouTube: https://youtu.be/vyOpYHeAFYE Discover the benefits of praying alone and with other Christians, practical tips, as well as resources to help you as a young Christian deepen your relationship with God through prayer. 🌸 Colours & Flavours Podcast is hosted by Oyinkan Dawodu. 🌟 Resources For Young Christians Get My Faith Journal Notion Template to help you bu...

🌸 Join the conversation on YouTube: https://youtu.be/UBm-caY-VUk In this episode of Colours & Flavours Podcast, Ife and Chisom share their first-year marriage experiences, navigating cultural differences as a couple, building intimacy, and managing extended family relationships. Tune in for godly, wise and practical advice to build your marriage well. This episode is part of the Young & M...

🌸 Join the conversation on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ADg06NQZlNQ In this episode of Colours & Flavours Podcast, Ayomide Adelakun shares her journey to marriage, navigating early challenges, and building a supportive, God-centered marriage. Tune in for practical tips on communication, managing differences, and maintaining closeness in marriage. This episode is part of the Young & Married S...

🌸 Join the conversation on YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠https://youtu.be/DC8_q7ycJac In this episode, I shared lessons from my experience of reading the entire Bible for the first time and why every Christian should do the same. 🌸 Get the Free Beginner’s Resource Guide to Reading The Whole Bible: https://coloursandflavours.com/everything-you-need-to-read-the-entire-bible-for-the-first-time/ 🌸 Get my free book,...

In this episode of the Colours & Flavours Podcast, I speak with Dr Rubie, a Software Engineering Lecturer and Founder of FOCH Woman, about: Navigating ambition as a married woman Maintaining spiritual intimacy as a couple with different Christian backgrounds Managing finances as a couple Submitting to your husband’s leadership as an intelligent wife Navigating cultural differences and relation...

In this episode of the Colours & Flavours Podcast, I speak with Pastor Ukeme Usikpo, a young wife navigating the early years of marriage and ministry, where both spouses are pastors. We discuss how she and her husband prioritise their family, the importance of support, communication, and intentionality in marriage. Pastor Ukeme also shares advice for new wives on doing marriage God's way and t...

In this episode of the Colours & Flavours Podcast, I speak with Moyin, a young wife navigating the early years of motherhood and marriage as a software engineer. We discuss the challenges and surprises of marriage, managing finances as a dual-income couple, and the journey of becoming parents. Moyin also shares practical tips for maintaining intimacy after having a baby, and emphasises the imp...

In this episode of the Colours & Flavours Podcast, I introduce the Young and Married series and my first guest wife, Ibukun Oluwasijuwomi. We discuss the early years of marriage and the importance of representation. Ibukun shares her journey of meeting her husband, the influence of her parents' marriage, and the significance of open communication and vulnerability in navigating finances an...

Do you struggle to attend church consistently? Whether it’s because you’re tired or life gets in the way, missing church can easily become a habit which isn’t good. However, with the right mindset and simple changes, you can stay committed to showing up weekly. In this episode, I share 5 practical tips to help you stay consistent with church attendance and grow in your faith. 💡 What You’ll Learn:...

In this episode, five wives share their best advice for preparing for a wedding, navigating marriage, and enjoying the first year of marriage. The conversation covers lessons learnt from premarital counselling, tips for wedding planning, insights on physical intimacy, and marriage advice for new brides. Each wife offers unique perspectives and experiences, emphasising the importance of communicati...

In this episode of Colours & Flavours Podcast, I shared advice for newlyweds and those preparing for marriage on starting their marriage well and enjoying their first year. 🌸 Share Your Thoughts What's one advice you'd like to pass on to a future wife for navigating her first year of marriage? Let me know in the comments: https://youtu.be/DUhUqzNT1nI?si=wUO6QaL95TDXpRog 🌸 Colours & Flavo...

In this episode of Colours & Flavours Podcast, I share essential tips and resources for preparing for physical intimacy in marriage as a new Christian bride. 🤩 Click the link to submit your question on preparing for marriage, planning and enjoying your wedding day or navigating your first year in marriage - https://coloursandflavours.com/cfpodcast/ 🌼 Share your thoughts on this episode: http...

In this episode of the Colours & Flavours podcast, I shared personal stories and tips for planning a wedding and enjoying your wedding events. I discussed the importance of identifying your non-negotiables, accepting help from others, trusting your instincts, and maintaining a positive mindset to enjoy your wedding. 🤩 Click the link to submit your question on preparing for marriage, planning...

In this episode of the Colours and Flavours Podcast, I outline the typical content covered in Christian premarital counselling programs, the different counselling options available, and how to choose the right program for your needs. I also discuss why premarital counselling is important and share tips on getting the best out of your counselling experience. 🤩 Click the link to submit your questio...

Happy New Year! Welcome to the first episode of 2024. 🥳🎉 It's a lovely chat where you get to know me better including how ministry has impacted my life. I also reintroduced the vision of Colours & Flavours and how the delivery of that vision has evolved since I started in 2017. Listen and enjoy. 💡What fact about me surprised you? Let me know in the comment section here: https://coloursa...

My ideal love story was to meet a boy at the university who was at most 2 years older than me, fall in love, start dating, graduate from the university, get good jobs, get married, and live happily ever after. With a desire to make this plan work, I awakened love prematurely. In retrospect, I wish I waited till the time was right and I was ready. If I could have a do-over, here’s what I would tell...

Nurturing a friendship community at church will significantly help you to enjoy your faith journey and build a support system as you grow. It may not come easy but church friendships work if you put in the work. In the episode, I shared some solid tips for having thriving friendships at church. I also shared suggestions on how to make your first or next friend at church. Learn & enjoy. - What...

Your society will attempt to influence your standards & expectations in a relationship. Most times, this influence goes against the Scripture. This means you have to intentionally choose whether society or Scripture wins in your heart and relationship. In this episode, I talked about what makes up your societal influences and the superiority of the Scripture for you as a believer. I also share...

Recently, I tend to spend less time on social media because I struggled with some bad habits from using it in the past. From dealing with unhealthy comparisons to having lustful thoughts, I'm glad that I now have a better grasp of using social media. As a young believer, social media could be influencing you more than you realise. In this episode, I talked about some struggles that social medi...

How do you make your faith a priority in your dating relationship? Is simply being with a believer enough to have a God-centered relationship? Are boundaries necessary as you build spiritual intimacy with your partner before marriage? In this episode, I answer these questions and share a guide to help you build spiritual intimacy in your dating relationship. Listen, learn & enjoy! Let me know...

The choices you and your partner make regarding money and work while dating reflects what you will do when you get married. In part 1 of this conversation, I shared lifestyle choices regarding money to discuss with your partner. You can listen to it here - 9 Lifestyle Choices About Money And Work To Consider While Dating – Part 1 In part 2, I shared lifestyle choices regarding work to consider whi...

There are essential conversations that I believe lovers should have while dating. In this episode, I shared 9 lifestyle choices regarding money and work to discuss before getting married. The goal is to ensure that you and your partner are aligned. It will also help you both make the best decision for your relationship. Listen, learn and enjoy! Let me know what stood out for you from this episode...

Without a doubt, God is our Lord. He can instruct us but He is also good. God does what is best for us and He cares for us. He is our good Lord and good Father. Listen, learn & enjoy! Share your thoughts here: coloursandflavours.com/c-f-minipod-god-is-our-good-lord-good-father/ Be kind to drop a review for the podcast & share this episode with your friends. Cheers! ✨ Stay in touch: - Join the C &...

In His wisdom, God knew that being a part of a good local church would be essential for His children. It’s why He tells us in Hebrews 10:24-25 not to neglect our meeting together.  My commitment to a good local church has transformed my life. God planted me here for my progress and joy in the faith and I’m grateful for this gift. In this episode, I shared 5 ways committing to a good local church h...