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It’s one of the most influential books in Christian history — but here’s the twist: Augustine wasn’t European. He was African. ✨ Born in what is now Algeria, Augustine shaped theology, philosophy, and Western thought more than almost anyone (except Jesus and Paul)… yet most Africans (and honestly, most Christians) have no idea he’s part of our heritage. In this episode, I’m diving into Part 1 (Bo...

In this solo episode, I’m diving into his big idea: that calling isn’t just one moment of destiny 💡—it’s something that unfolds across six different seasons of life. From 👶 childhood (bonding) to 🧠 adolescence (learning), 💼 early career (serving), 🛠️ mid-career (creating), 🎁 late career (giving), and 🕊 transition (leaving)… each stage has its own beauty, challenges, and invitations. I’ll shar...

It’s short, but wow… it hurts (in the best way). This little allegory walks us through the messy, dramatic, and heartbreakingly human lives of Saul, David, and Absalom — and asks the question: How do you respond… when you’ve been hurt? 💔➡️💪 In this episode, we unpack the book’s raw lessons on humility, betrayal, and spiritual authority 🙏, why it still hits hard for anyone navigating church hurt...

📱 Think memorizing Bible verses is just for Sunday school kids or your super-spiritual aunt? Think again. In this episode, we’re breaking down the book How to Memorize the Bible: Fast & Easy—and trust us, it’s a game changer. We’re talking: 🔥 Simple hacks to memorize Scripture (even if you’re “bad at memorizing”) 🧠 Why your brain can do this—yes, even yours 📅 How to fit it into real life (...

A tribute to an influential Old Testament scholar who has returned to the Lord.  Links mentioned in this episode:  The Prophetic Imagination by Walter Bruggemann Theology of the Old Testament by Walter Bruggemann Alphabet of Faith: Prophetic Prayers for a Chaotic World by Walter Bruggemann Lausanne Congress 2024 Fourth Younger Leaders Gathering 2027 (Lausanne Young Leaders Congress) The Bible Soci...

Unpacking the art of preaching with a Christ centred message to a broken culture in the power of the Spirit Links Mentioned  Preaching: Communicating Faith in an Age of Scepticism by Timothy Keller  The Paradoxes of Preaching - John Stott Sermon  The Anointing: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow by R.T. Kendall  Have you Ever Read The Anointing by RT Kendall? Podcast Episode 1  Have you Ever Read The A...

A conversation about what it means to fully apply grace 'post salvation', the issues facing the Church, a framework for disagreement and a testimony about taking small steps of faith with God.   Links mentioned in this episode:  Transforming Grace by Jerry Bridges  Holy Trinity Clapham (HTC) Alpha  Focus  Times Article - Gen Z half as likely as their parents to be atheists  Total Forgiveness by R....

Leadership hacks woven with a testimony of the goodness and faithfulness of God, thorough the eyes of a female founder of a billion dollar L'Oreal brand.  Links mentioned in this episode:  Lent Podcast Episode: 40 Days of Decrease by Alicia Britt Chole with Denise Chaney Believe IT: How to Go from Underestimated to Unstoppable by Jamie Kern Lima  Worthy: How to Believe You are Enough and Transform...

The perfect guide to simplifying your prayer life. Links mentioned in this episode How to Pray by Pete Grieg Redeeming Your Time by Jordan Raynor Redeeming Your Time - Podcast Episode  The Bible in One Year - Podcast Episode Called by Jonny Gumbel  The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod Prepping for 2025 - Devotional How to Pray - Prayer Toolkit   (I called it a toolkit in the podcast but it's actually...

Have you ever wanted to read the Bible in a year or three? This is the perfect book for you.  Links mentioned in this episode The Bible in One Year - A Commentary by Nicky and Pippa Gumbel - Hardback Book  The Bible with Nicky and Pippa Gumbel - NIV Bible and Commentary Hardback Book The Bible in One Year - A Commentary by Nicky and Pippa Gumbel - App The Bible with Nicky and Pippa Gumbel - Bible....

Two friends chatting about true conversion and carnal Christianity.  Links mentioned in the episode:  The Gospel Call and True Conversion by Paul Washer The Gospel’s Power and Message by Paul Washer Gospel Assurance and Warnings by Paul Washer Jesus Storybook Bible by Sally Lloyd-Jones State of the Great Commission - Lausanne Report  Lausanne Congress Sessions   To find out more about Jean visit -...

Two friends chatting about understanding 'life after life after death' in the New Jerusalem aka heaven.  Links mentioned in the episode:  Surprised by Hope by N.T. Wright Being Fully Human - Dr Chris' Tedx Talk Evangelical Upspring Will Replace Fading Anglicanism - Dr Chris' article in The Times (subscription required) Heaven by Randy Alcorn  The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis The Great Divorce b...

Two new friends chatting about a theology of work, rest and heaven!  Links mentioned in this episode Garden City by John Mark Comer  Believers in Business Conference  Praxis Labs  Practicing the Way (there is a Rule of Life builder here) Practicing the Way Podcast Heaven by Randy Alcorn Rule of Life The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer Every Good Endeavour by Tim Keller Gently and...

Two friends talking about the importance of fasting through the lens of Lent Links mentioned in this episode:  40 Days of Decrease by Alicia Britt Chole Redeeming Your Time By Jordan Raynor - Book Redeeming Your Time by Jordan Raynor with Hannah-rose Russell (pt.1) - Podcast Episode Redeeming Your Time by Jordan Raynor with Hannah-rose Russell (pt.2) - Podcast Episode Discerning the Voice of God b...

A property entrepreneur chats about the importance of emulating Christ in our friendships and the South Asian Church in the United Kingdom.  Links mentioned in this episode:  The Best of Friends by Phil Knox Evangelical Alliance  Faith Driven Entrepreneur The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren   Story Bearer: How to Share Your Faith with Your Friends by Phil Knox God on Mute by Pete Greig How to P...

Two Oxford MBAs chatting about trusting in God in the midst of difficulty and uncertainty.  Links mentioned in this episode:  The Hiding Place by Corrie ten Boom   Believers in Business Conference 2024 Garden City by John Mark Comer  Crazy Love by Francis Chan The Freedom of Self Forgetfulness by Tim Keller    To find out more about Jean visit - www.jeankabasomi.com Click here to sign-up to Jean's...

Two Christians talking a bit about 'politics'.  Links Mentioned in this Episode:  Issues Facing Christians Today by John Stott When the Wind Blows by Raymond Briggs   Click here for more information about The Centre for Cultural Witness   Seen and Unseen Online Magazine Podcasts by Seen & Unseen   Dealing with Death at Christmas by Jean Kabasomi (Article published in Seen and Unseen in Decembe...

Two friends chatting about a series of personal Holy Spirit encounters on campus. Links mentioned in the episode:  Good Morning, Holy Spirit - Benny Hinn The Cheerful Business Club Have You Ever Read Discerning the Voice of God by Priscilla Shirer?  The Seven Spirits of God - Chris Reed Open my Eyes Lord  - Gary Oates Have You Ever Read The Practice of the Presence of the Lord by Brother Lawrence...

A missionary still reflecting on the importance of the anointing. Links mentioned in this episode:  The Anointing - R. T. Kendall There Were Two Trees in the Garden - Rick Joyner The Vision - Rick Joyner The Harvest - Rick Joyner The Journey Begins - Rick Joyner Overcoming Evil in the Last Days - Rick Joyner Connect with Pastor Margaret:  Facebook - Margaret Chinda Pierre Instagram - margaretstanl...

A missionary reflects on the importance of the anointing. Links mentioned in this episode:  The Anointing - R. T. Kendall Discerning the Voice of God - Priscilla Shirer  Have You Ever Read Discerning the Voice of God? - Podcast Episode   Connect with Pastor Margaret:  Facebook - Margaret Chinda Pierre Instagram - margaretstanleypierre TikTok - margaretstanpierre Facebook - Quivers Foundation   To...

Two friends still talking about productivity and redeeming their time.  Links mentioned in this episode:  Hannah-rose's blog - Inspire Truth Redeeming Your Time  - Jordan Raynor  Called to Create - Jordan Raynor Messy Grace - Caleb Kaltenbach The Hiding Place - Corrie Ten Bloom Out of Egypt Trilogy - Connilyn Cossette When the Day Comes - Gabrielle Meyer First Date - Krista McGee   To find out mor...

Two friends talking about productivity and redeeming their time.  Links mentioned in this episode:  Hannah-rose's blog - Inspire Truth   Redeeming Your Time - Jordan Raynor  What's Best Next - Matt Perman  At Your Best - Carey Nieuwhof Click here to sign-up to Jean's Weekly Devotional    To find out more about Jean visit - www.jeankabasomi.com Click here to sign-up to Jean's Weekly Devotional 

Two friends musing over the simplicity of entering the presence of God.  Links to the books mentioned in the podcast:  The Practice of the Presence of God - Brother Lawrence A Short and Easy Method of Prayer - Madame Guyon  My All for Him - Basilea Schilnk   To find out more about Jean visit - www.jeankabasomi.com Click here to sign-up to Jean's Weekly Devotional 

To find out more about the links mentioned in today's episode, please click below:  Click here to sign-up to Jean's Weekly Devotional  Lessons from Leviticus Podcast  Lessons from Leviticus vol.1 Lessons from Leviticus vol.2   www.jeankabasomi.com

Two city girls chatting about being a pastor's kid (PK) and prayer Links mentioned in this episode:  Fervent - Priscilla Shirer The Hannah Anointing - Michelle McClain-Walters The Esther Anointing - Michelle McClain-Walters The Deborah Anointing - Michelle McClain-Walters The Ruth Anointing - Michelle McClain-Walters Crazy Faith - Michael Todd To find out more about Jean visit - www.jeankabasomi.c...