Oiwuri She Encourages

Embracing Weakness: Finding Strength in God's GraceJoin us as we dive deep into the transformative message of 2 Corinthians 12:1-10, exploring how God's grace is made perfect in our weaknesses. Reflect on the journey of the children of Israel and Paul's revelations to understand that our strength comes from leaning on God's power, not on our achievements or accolades. Through praye...

A Devotional and Motivational Minute Are you feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or worried about the future? Join us for a 15-minute devotional and motivational session, where we delve into scripture, prayer, and inspirational thoughts. Today’s episode includes a reading from 1 Kings chapters 18 and 19, highlighting Elijah's story and the importance of listening to God's gentle whisper amidst life's...

Finding Freedom in the Cage of Life: A Faith-Filled JourneyJoin Dwana Carl and life coach Lisa Johnson in this powerful episode of the 'Where Is She Encourages Podcast,' as they explore Maya Angelou's 'I Know Why the Cage Bird Sings' and its metaphorical relevance to our lives. Dive into personal stories, biblical teachings, and practical tips for moving forward in faith, even...

The Alabaster Box: A Devotional Reflection on Sacrifice and Redemption Join us for today's devotional as we turn our focus away from distractions and towards our kinsman redeemer, Jesus Christ. Our scripture reading comes from Mark 14:1-9, recounting the story of a woman anointing Jesus with expensive perfume in preparation for his sacrifice. Guided by Dawana Carl, we'll reflect on the depth of Ch...

Join Dwana Carl, a Christian life coach, as she dives deep into the struggles of feeling unseen and unheard, and the impactful lessons learned about active listening and unconditional love. This heartfelt discussion gathers diverse voices from different generations, touching on difficult topics such as loss, faith, and the challenge of loving beyond biases. Tune in for an honest, personal, and spi...

Endurance & Faith: Running Life’s Race with PurposeJoin Dwana Carl for an inspiring 15-minute devotional that focuses on finding purpose and endurance through faith. Reflecting on personal experiences and scripture, Deana emphasizes the importance of perseverance and keeping Jesus at the center of life's race. With passages from Galatians, Corinthians, Romans, and Hebrews, this devotional...

Tackling Colorism & Racism in the Christian Faith Community | Podcast Episode Join Dwana Carl, host of the 'Oiwuri She Encourages' podcast, and her guest Taylor Made from 'This Side of Eternity' as they dive into important conversations on colorism and racism within the Christian faith community. From personal experiences of colorism within their families to navigating predomin...

Daily Devotional: Trusting God in Our Wilderness MomentsJoin me for a heartfelt devotional as we reflect on the 'good old days' and dive into the powerful story of the Israelites in the wilderness from Exodus 16:1-31. Let's remember our days of deliverance and learn to trust God even when we are tested. We'll explore the journey of the Israelites, their complaints, and God's fa...

In this week’s podcast we are “ Exploring Tensions:Faith, Nationalism, and Civic Responsibility .” In one way oranother, there are many Americans captivated in triumph or fear. A war with the culture has risen and caused many Christians to ponder what it all means on the National stage. Take a walk with us as we wrestle with difficult questions about our identities, beliefs, and roles within a cha...

In this heartfelt episode of 'Healing and Empowerment: Mental Health in the Black Community through Faith and Support,' your host Dwana and special guests delve into the gritty reality of mental health struggles within the Black community. Journey through discussions that intertwine faith, personal stories, and expert opinions to challenge the stigma surrounding mental illness. Our guests, includi...

In this podcast discussion, Keeping Hope Alive, Dwana Carl, Christian Life Coach, challenges those of us who struggle to place our hope in God. Often, we are deterred by placing hope in our jobs, talents, relationships and resources rather than placing our hope in God. Dwana and Co Host Lisa Johnson from Hey Ms. Lisa podcast, explore parallels found in the book of Habakkuk. In this historical acco...

In this podcast discussion, Keeping Hope Alive, Dwana Carl, Christian Life Coach, challenges those of us who struggle to place our hope in God. Often, we are deterred by placing hope in our jobs, talents, relationships and resources rather than placing our hope in God. Dwana and Co Host Lisa Johnson from Hey Ms. Lisa podcast, explore parallels found in the book of Habakkuk. In this historical acco...

In this enlightening podcast segment, we delve deeper into the concept of 'Facing the Mountains,' urging listeners to transition from mere confrontation to active engagement. We explore the transformative power of speaking directly to our challenges, embracing the divine invitation to trust, believe, and communicate with the Lord about our struggles. Drawing inspiration from Mark 11:22b-23, we unc...

In our concluding episode, we explore the profound concept of allowing God to fill the voids in our lives, the 'God-sized holes' that often leave us feeling incomplete. We declare with unwavering conviction that in God's presence, all things, no matter how insurmountable, are possible for those who maintain faith. With resounding clarity, we proclaim the power of divine intervention to...

In this episode, we confront the towering obstacles in our lives, urging listeners to welcome the divine presence into their circumstances. As we face our personal mountains, it's crucial to invite the Lord into the fray. However, mere invitation isn't enough; we emphasize the necessity of actively listening to His voice. Drawing from the cautionary tale of Jonah, we're reminded of the...

In episode one of our discussions "Prayer - A Trip Back to the Garden", we share that to commune with God is where we begin the journey. The Garden of Eden is the place where time began as we know it. Gen 2:8,9 says that “Then the Lord God planted a garden in Eden in the east, and there he placed the man he had made. The Lord God made all sorts of trees grow up from the ground—trees that were beau...

Keep leaning as you continue to grow…

We often feel that if we can control our lives, if we could initiate the proverbial blowout, somehow we would be more secure, happy and at peace. But, the truth is we can only respond to life as it comes. How we respond determines outcomes of peace and hope or fear or despair.