Treading Faith

In this series called Ripened and Ready, Treading Faith is diving into the Fruit of the Spirt for this season (Galatians 5:22-23). On this episode, we are covering the Faithfulness fruit. Our faithfulness to God means trusting in Him and loving Him through all circumstances. It means following His commandments even when we'd rather choose a different path. God is faithful and unwavering in spite o...

In this series called Ripened and Ready, Treading Faith is diving into the Fruit of the Spirt for this season (Galatians 5:22-23). In this podcast episode, Yemi and Philia discuss the sixth attribute of the Fruit of the Spirit, Goodness. God is good and as humans born into sin, we need God to inject goodness into us. While we may have the capacity to be good, we also have the capacity to...

In this series called Ripened and Ready, Treading Faith is diving into the Fruit of the Spirt for this season (Galatians 5:22-23). On this episode, we are covering the Kindness fruit. The Bible says that kindness is a fruit of the Spirit and a way to show Christ to the world. It is not passive but rather a decision to live out godly traits in one's life.

In this podcast episode, Yemi and Philia discuss the fourth attribute of the Fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23) and that is Patience. Patience is an action verb and takes practice to perfect. There were many times our impatience has caused us harm or harmed others. Let us remember the consequences of our impatience to give us the willpower to wait. Let...

Treading Faith is excited to embark on a new series with you and this season we are covering the Fruit of The Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23). On this episode, we are covering the PEACE fruit. In the Bible, peace is often described as a  state of harmony and wholeness  in one's relationship with God and others. It goes beyond the absence of conflict and encompasses inner tranquility that come...

In this series called Ripened and Ready, Treading Faith is diving into the Fruit of the Spirt for this season (Galatians 5:22-23). On this episode, we are covering the JOY fruit. Joy is the second attribute of the Fruit of the Spirit and we learn that Joy is the Christian resolution to troubles, threats, anxiety and worry. We also learn how we can tap into the source of the everlasting Joy at our...

Treading Faith is excited to embark on a new series with you, and in this season, we are covering the Fruit of The Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23). "But the fruit of the spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. On this episode, we are covering the LOVE fruit. Embark on this journey with us to become "Ripened & Ready". Paul's purpose in wr...

In this podcast episode, Yemi and Philia discuss the upcoming 3 day fast and the goals we hope to accomplish during this time. We specifically want to fast for our relationships and present ourselves as a living sacrifice to God.

In this podcast episode, Yemi and Philia discuss a recap of their favorite and most outrageous couples of the bible. John 15:12-13 says, " Loving each other as Jesus did, unconditionally and sacrificially can help create and sustain a healthy marriage." Maintaining healthy relationships take commitment and effort, and keeping God in the center, can go a long way in shaping our relationships with t...

In this podcast episode, Yemi and Philia discuss the last couple in Dr. David Clarke's book, Joseph and Mary; a couple that embodied serious commitment to each other and their partnership. Mary and Joseph are real couple goals. Despite countless opticals, the couple endured because they were committed to God and to each other. Our last couple of the book exemplifies persev...

In this podcast episode, Yemi and Philia discuss the perfect biblical couple found in Proverbs 31. A good woman is hard to find and worth far more than diamonds. Her husband trusts her without reserve, and never has reason to regret it. The woman in Proverbs 31 is a personification of wisdom, courage, strength, and dignity who exemplifies a godly life.

In this podcast episode, Yemi and Philia discuss Dr. David Clarke's plan for working it out instead of getting divorced. God doesn't want you to get divorced, but he is a good and loving God who will guide you and heal you in your situation. Submit to him, submit your marriage to God and pray for his guidance. Before seeking divorce, Dr. Clarke encourages couples to lean on God, reach out for help...

In this podcast episode, Yemi and Philia discuss Dr. David Clarke's outlined plan to repair marital damage caused by sexual addition. As with all sins, the only cure for sexual addiction is Jesus Christ. Sexual purity is an important part of a relationship with God. In 1 Thessalonians 4:2-4, Paul writes, "For this is he will of God, your sanctification; that you abstain from sexual immorality; tha...

In this podcast episode, Yemi and Philia discuss Dr. David Clarke's 4 step plan for escaping abuse.  Dr. Clarke teaches us that we should not tolerate abuse in a marriage; instead we must take action to stop the abuse in a biblical way (Matthew 18:15-20).  To escape, you need God and the help of others.  Abuse is a product of wickedness that God rejects.  Using Abigail as...

In this podcast episode, Yemi and Philia discuss Nabal’s abusive behavior towards his wife, Abigail (1 Samuel 25.) While in the wilderness, David's men asked a wealthy man named Nabal for food and supplies. Nabal insulted David's men and refused to help them. David intended to slay Nabal and his entire village, but his brilliant wife Abigail, intercedes. In spite of the abuse she suffers from her...

In this podcast episode, Yemi and Philia discuss the past few episodes from this season, lessons learned and common themes. We also give a primer on what is to come. The Bible teaches that love is the foundation of all relationships and that love should be characterized by selflessness. From Adam & Eve to Samson & Delilah, we see how God created man and woman to be together for compan...

In this podcast episode, Yemi and Philia discuss the lust filled decisions made by Samson that ultimately led to his destruction. In picking spouses/partners, Samson was led by lust. Although God had a plan and purpose for Samson's life, his lust put him in compromising situations when he aligned with women that he was unequally yoked with. We may all have lustful desires but we do...

In this podcast episode, Yemi and Philia discuss Issac and Rebekah's bad parenting choices. The attitude of Isaac and Rebekah in parenting Esau and Jacob has put forward love for their twins over the love for one another. Instead, Isaac and Rebekah chose favoritism over their duties to maximize their roles as parents so that Esau and Jacob could grow to their God filled potential.

In this podcast episode, Yemi and Philia discuss the bad decisions that led Lot and his wife, and his daughters to choose a worldly life over God.  We learn that successive missteps can lead to the loss of life, possessions and morality. Lot's first mistake of being a selfish man led to a series of choices that would attach him and his family to a life of sin.  Throug...

In this podcast episode, Yemi and Philia discuss the love and passion Solomon exemplifies for his bride, Shulamith. The Song of Solomon is often preached as a book of 3 parts: romance, wedding, and marriage. True love never dies, it only transcends in the abyss of complete happiness and bliss, relinquishing control of all pride and ego. And letting the love of God engulf you, for true love is inde...

In this podcast episode, Yemi and Philia discuss Jacob, Leah and Rachel's throuple.  We learn about the importance of leadership and submission.  The dynamic of submission to leadership is a biblical principle for marriage.  The bible asks that husbands lead their wives and wives submit to their husbands.  However, the command is one thing and the action is...

In this podcast episode, Yemi and Philia discuss the second most outrageous couple, Abraham and Sarah.  We learn about the destructive martial sin of selfishness and how one partner's fall can inadvertently affect the other. It was not always easy for Abraham and Sarah to believe God would do what He said He would, but in the end, God honored them for their faith. We will learn how a willing...

In this podcast episode, Yemi and Philia discuss the first of the outrageous couples, Adam and Eve.  We learn about the importance of communication and intimacy.  Adam and Eve's sin led to separation from God and separation between the couple.  In order to overcome such separation in our intimate relationship with our partners and with God, we must be open and honest about our...

In this podcast episode, Yemi and Philia introduce the topic for Season 4: Yoked (Finding and Maintaining Relationships Guided by the Word). 2 Corinthians 6:14  ESV says, "Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers. For what partnership has righteousness with lawlessness? Or what fellowship has light with darkness? This series focuses on 10-12 biblical couples to help us understand how to be...

Treading Faith discusses the completion of the final week of the 40 Days With The Most High Sugar Fast. From January 8th - February 16th, we embarked on a 40 Day, spiritual journey that aimed to transform and renew our minds. During this fast the goal was to fast from sugar so that we may feast on God. "[Abide in Him, consume Him, and His fruit will consume you and transform you.]" John 15:4. When...