Eric Jay

The Open Space with Eric Jjombwe

Religion EN ↓ 46 episodes

Welcome! We believe in doing life out in the open, with vulnerability and accountability. This is a podcast community where we can all prosper by making room for God and those He has put around us. The content and guests on this show, through their stories will help you find hope amidst life's toughest storms. Join me as we have fun and inspiring conversations with real PEOPLE, facing real STRUGGLES with a real GOD and ultimately finding real HOPE. Unique perspectives on the intersection of faith and culture as well as flourishing in relationships with others through principles taught in the w...

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Eric Jay

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Religion

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Latest episode

Nov 26, 2025

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Episodes

Rejection and Other Heart Issues (Miniseries) 23.08.2021

It is so good to be back to podcasting again. As we close out the summer, I would like for you to journey with me through this miniseries collection. We will be looking at different Biblical examples of rejection and wisdom on how to deal with it. We also delve into heart issues and ultimately understanding what it means to be people after God's own heart. Invite someone and join the fam.  Please...

Yep He Said it ―1 Year Anniversary 19.07.2021

We are so excited and happy to celebrate our 1 year anniversary here at Yep He Said It. Thank you to all the consistent listeners and supporters of this work. Over 1500 downloads later and multiple countries and continents reached, we are ready to go even harder. Get ready for more well-produced, insightful, and transformational content. Enjoy some of the highlight moments from the most listened-t...

Fear: A Weapon of Destruction 31.05.2021

I am certain that we've all had dreams and goals that have been killed or stolen by fear. 2 Timothy 1:7 says that God has not given us a spirit of fear but of power, love, and a sound mind. Fear works to disempower the Spirit of God in order to derail our purpose. We were created to worship God with everything we have but what do we do when fear destructs our worship?  Check out: IG https://www.in...

The Idol of Fear: At the Altar of Fear (Pt 1) 23.05.2021

There is one battle that is common to all of humanity. Whether you are a believer in Christ or not, fear is one force that cripples all of us more than we like to admit. Fear not only obstructs our worship to God, its blurs our vision and threatens the core of who we are and can become. Most importantly, it oftentimes replaces God. We consult our fears more than we consult God about our destiny an...

Testimonies: the summer is HERE! 17.05.2021

Y'all the summer has started here at the Yep He Said It Podcast. I am excited to share the good news about what God has been doing and the exciting things happening this summer. We are looking forward to very awesome conversations with some awesome guests and celebrating our first year anniversary since the first episode was posted. 

Obedience (Pt. 2): Sacrifices and Idols 11.04.2021

As I learn about one of the hardest lessons for any Christian―obedience, God reminds me that I am doing much more than He is asking me to do. I will make really big sacrifices to avoid obeying God's voice. This has often left me broken, miserable, heartbroken and in deep sorrow when those castles came crumbling down. In this episode, we talk about those moments when it is much easier to sacrifice...

Obedience (Part 1): Looking for a sign 09.03.2021

As a growing Christian, I have often struggled with identifying and acknowledging God's voice in my life. As life gets crazy and the storms of life get more intense, God's still voice is even harder for a lot of Christians to hear and even when we hear it we brush it off as a mere intrusion to our conscience by our restless minds. In this episode, we explore why Jesus is the only sign we needed an...

Love, when you see it! (Valentine's Day Edition) 14.02.2021

I always wonder if I am loving other's right and also often ask myself if I am really being loved the right way or I am settling for less than I deserve. What is love anyway? What does it mean to be loved right and to love others right? These are some of the questions Paul answers in 1 Corinthians 13: 4-8 and this Valentine's Day, those definitions of love should help us rethink our relationships...

The Pride of Life (why we feel stuck) 01.02.2021

1 John 2:16-17. There are three lusts that John writes about and I have seen these play out in my life. I think pride of life is even deeper than a lot of us can imagine. If you feel stuck or stagnant in your spiritual growth, it might be because of your unnecessary focus on your position in life. 

Leaving the Grey: A Testimony 15.01.2021

Happy New Year! Welcome to the first episode of 2021. Today we delve into the reality of leaving in the grey as a christian. The misinterpretation of grace that leaves lots of Christians stuck in bondages and habitual sin without finding redemption. Our root scripture is from Romans 6:1-4. Share your experience in the comments or find us on Instagram for new post updates. 

Into the Deep End (III): The Knot of Conditionality 17.10.2020

Let's talk about conditions. As a believer I have conditions for everything and it keeps me from doing certain things but even most importantly it keeps me for loving genuinely. We are so used to loving "if' and "because" even though we are called to love "despite of". We just setting conditions because conditions keep us in control even if it distorts our pace of grace. 

Into The Deep End (II) — The Knot of Confusion 02.10.2020

In 1 Corinthians 14:33, He says that God is not an author of confusing. I have had a lot of questions which made me frustrated and confused. This year has definitely allowed us to feel a lot of things and honestly helped me realize that confusion either destructs or it builds. How do you handle the confusion created by the diversity of opinion and the internal mental struggles you have to personal...

Into the Deep End (Part 1) 18.09.2020

I am so glad to be back! Well, September is suicide preventions so how about we have a conversation about depression (one of the leading causes of suicide today) and christianity? Yes, there are many misconceptions about depression and we need to talk about them. Today we focus on the knot of depression. Share your comments and stories about whatever you are dealing with. 

Optimism & Hope 21.08.2020

It's good to be optimistic but is that enough? Does optimism have its own limits? On this episode, Erik Hjalmeby joins me in a great conversation to discuss and try to answer these questions and more. We explore the thin yet, crucial line that separates optimism from hope. He challenges us on what it means to be hopeful and how we can get better at it. 

Episode VII: Living A Life of Change 07.08.2020

Lately I have had a few changes happen in my life, some of them have been great others, not so much. Yet, I can say this for sure, no matter what kind of change, there is always something to leverage out of that to sharpen and curve us into the tools God can use to breathe life and hope into our communities and the people around us. Journey with me on this episode as we explore thoughts, ideas and...

Episode VI: Pan-Dating 24.07.2020

Since the pandemic started there has been a lot of changes in almost every sphere of life. Dating and relationships are no exception. Join us today for the first interview/conversational based episode with Elizabeth Lenk as we share christian perspectives on dating in this uniquely different season. She also shares the truths in scripture that keep her grounded in seasons such as these. 

Under Unseen Shadows 10.07.2020

Very often in our world today, we build our lives around borrowed ideas from how to live. This subjects us to living under imaginary shadows of those whose life we deem as "perfect". We adopt their goals, visions and their definition of success while working towards reaching that "ideal" standard of life. Even though our lives are supposed to be worth more, we belittle them to unrealistic versions...

Time Out 03.07.2020

In a world gripped by the rigors of a pandemic, it is easy to be depressed about everything that is not really "normal" anymore. Yet we know God doesn't make mistakes so in this episode we talk about discovering a new perspective and embracing the beauty of this pandemic. Check out more content about the topic on yephesaidit.com . Credit: Main soundtrack produced by Bruno Jagabon. IG @ brunjagabon

Much Needed Silence 26.06.2020

Is the world getting crazier or everyone just has a lot to say? How can we find beauty in a silence in the middle of the chaos. How can we reconnect with ourselves and with the truth that matters. "Therefore he who is prudent will keep silent in such a time, for it is an evil time." Amos 5:13 (ESV). Embracing silence could be the key to unlocking your personal freedom from a crazy word.   

Loss: A Pandemic Normal 19.06.2020

Have you had to deal with a loss during this pandemic, well at least I have. It is an experience that everyone of us has encountered in some stage or season of our lives. John 16:33 says, "In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world. An assurance that God has secured your victory over the feeling of grief and fear that captivates us when we lose someone or someth...

Yep He Said It! 09.06.2020

Welcome to the first ever episode of the Yep He Said It podcast. In this episode, we talk about the mission, purpose and back story for the podcast to help you feel at home. You will also meet Eric Jay, the passionate and enthused host who takes on an exclusive journey of how this idea was inspired. This will help you, our listener to clearly understand what to expect every time you join us in the...

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