Treading Faith

On this podcast episode, we discuss the miracle Jesus performed when he healed the blind man in Bethsaida (Mark 8:22-26). When we read Jesus healed a blind man in stages, at first we wonder if Jesus has lost his mojo given that his other miracles were almost instantaneous. However, we soon learn that this healing in stages is a lesson on receiving clarity and revelation in stages. Through this mir...

In this podcast episode we discuss the miracle Jesus performed by healing a deaf man with a speech impediment (Mark 7:31-37). “And they brought to him a man who was deaf and had a speech impediment, and they begged him to lay his hand on him. And taking him aside from the crowd privately, he put his fingers into his ears, and after spitting touched his tongue. And looking up to heaven, he sighed a...

On this podcast episode, we discuss the miracle Jesus performed when he healed the Canaanite woman's demon possessed daughter (Matthew 15:21-28). This Canaanite shows us that there are benefits to persistence and proximity. When she cleverly responded to Jesus that even the dogs benefit from crumbs falling off the master's table, Jesus saw her faith and rewarded her. In doing so, Jesus reinforced...

On this podcast episode, we discuss the miracle Jesus performed by walking on the Sea of Galilee (Matthew 14:22-33) Though Jesus had power over even the elements; he could walk on the sea and calm the wind. Peter could at first walk on the sea but as soon as his faith in Jesus diminished, fearing the waves, he started to sink. Jesus spoke to them, saying, “Take heart; it is I. Do not be afraid.” A...

On this podcast episode, we discuss the miracle Jesus performed when he fed the 5000 plus (John 6:1-15). Even if you think it cannot be done, when Jesus says yes, nobody can say no. This is such an important miracle that it is found in all four gospels. The miracle of feeding the 5000 plus teaches us many lessons, including giving thanks for what you have first and focusing on God's ability and no...

Treading Faith discuss the Jesus miracle of healing two blind men in Galilee (Matthew 9:27-31). Jesus turned to the persistent men and said, “Do you believe that I am able to do this?” They replied, “Yes, Lord.” Jesus touched their eyes and said, “Let it be done for you, according to your faith”. Immediately their eyes were opened and they could see. Jesus asked them to tell no one about what had...

Treading Faith discusses the miracle Jesus performed when he brought Jairus' daughter back to life (Mark 5:21-24; 5:35-43). When Jesus proclaims that Jairus' daughter was only sleeping and asks her father to have faith, he revealed (1) that death is only temporary, (2) that he has power over death and (3) that faith is essential to activating miracles. In this convergence of two miracles, one wher...

Treading Faith has a special New Year Prayer for you. As we enter into 2023, we pray that your faith increases and your fear decreases. Surrender to God fully this year and watch the miracles you've prayed for or better show up in your life. We decree and declare this will be a breakthrough year for you with mountainous miracles! We love you and we are praying for you. 2023, here we go!

Treading Faith discuss the miracle of healing the woman with issue of blood (Mark 5:25-34). This unnamed woman, whose story the text brings to light, not only suffered from continuous bleeding for many years, but also that dirty, unclean feeling resulting from being stigmatized and isolated. Hers was a continual existence of pain and being cast out. Jesus meets her in this space—or, rather, is met...

Treading Faith discusses the miracle of the the birth of Jesus by revisiting the encounters Mary and Joseph had with angels. (Luke 1:26-45; Matthew 1:18-25). Often we lose sight of what Christmas is about because we get caught up in the mad dash of gifting. Christmas has become more about presents under the tree rather than the present and presence of Jesus. Jesus is a miracle and his birth is a g...

On this podcast episode, we discuss the miracle Jesus performed when he calms the storm over the sea of Galilee (Mark 4:35-41). When Jesus calms the storm in the New Testament, we are encouraged today that God is also with us in the middle of storms of life. When life is in constant turmoil, like a cyclone causing chaos around anything in its path, the eye of the storm is a region of calm weather...

On this podcast episode, we discuss the miracle Jesus performed when he healed a man possessed by a legion of demons (Luke 8:26-39). When Jesus heals the man possessed by a legion of demons, we are given insight to the spiritual battleground for miracles and the hierarchy and supremacy of God's power. The legion of demons dwelling in the man immediately recognizes Jesus' author...

In this podcast Yemi and I discuss, how a demon-oppressed man who was blind and mute was brought to Jesus, and he healed him, so that the man spoke and saw. (Matthew 12:22-37). The Old Testament highlights the healing of the lame, the blind, and the mute as signs by which to recognize the promised Messiah: “Then the eyes of the blind shall be opened, and the ears of the deaf unstopped; then shall...

On this podcast episode, we discuss the miracle Jesus performed when he brought the Widow's Son Back to Life in Nain (Luke 7:11-17). Just like the man healed by the pool in Bethesda, unasked, Jesus approached the widow and performed a miracle. Jesus brought the widow's son back to life because he had compassion for her loss and he showed his power over death. This miracle gives us insight into the...

On this podcast, we discuss the Miracle Jesus Performed by Healing the Centurion's Servant (Luke 7:1-10). The centurion, who was a Gentile, came to Christ with humility. He was a man of power and authority but came on behalf of his servant for Christ to heal him. Christ's word alone heals the man. Christ, who is our maker and redeemer, saves us but we must come to him in humility. God has authorit...

On this podcast episode, we discuss the miracle Jesus performed when he healed a disabled man at the pool in Bethesda (John 5:1-18). We see that sometimes Jesus will seek you out to give you a miracle. The disabled man sat at the edge of his miracle for 38 years watching others jump ahead of him to get a miracle. God's promise that he will not leave us or forsake us is a promise that will be fulfi...

On this podcast episode, we discuss the miracle Jesus performed by healing the man lowered from the roof. (Mark 2:1-12). The four friends took their paralyzed friend up the stairways to the roof, took their knives and dug a hole in that dry clay roof. They dropped their friend right down into the living room, right into the presence of Jesus. These men of faith believed Jesus could heal their frie...

On this podcast episode, Yemi and Philia discuss the miracle Jesus performed when he healed a leper in Galilee (Luke 5:12-15). We learn more about the character of Jesus, the character of God. When the man with leprosy asked if Jesus is willing to heal him, Jesus said he is willing. It is by God's grace and mercy that he was healed, it is by God's grace and mercy that we are made clean and whole,...

Treading Faith discuss the Miracle Jesus performed in Capernaum by healing the sick and demon possessed. Luke 4:31-41. The main lessons of Luke 4 is that we see truth throughout the entire Bible. Jesus Christ is Lord. Jesus Christ owns all things. Jesus Christ has ownership. He has authority over everything. In Luke 4:31-41, we learn that Jesus has authority with the Word, authority over demons, a...

On this podcast episode, we discuss the miracle Jesus performed when the fishermen caught an abundance of fish (Luke 5:1-11). We learn from this miracle that in order to access miracles we need faith and we need to let go. Let go of our past experiences, our past failures and disappointments and trust that God has something more for us. If we let go of the life we have planned for ourselves we can...

We discuss the news and communication of the miracles and signs performed by Jesus that lead to the healing of the Official's Son. John 2:13-25; John 4:43-54. News don't have feet, but it can travel thousands of miles, across mountains and valleys. The gospel of John records seven "signs" or miracles, intended to prove that Jesus is God. However, John is not claiming that these are the only miracl...

On this podcast episode, we discuss the first recorded public miracle of Jesus - turning water into wine (John 2:1-11). The first recorded miracle Jesus performed was at a wedding in Cana at the behest of mother.  When the wine was finished, Jesus turned water into wine.  It is important to note that Jesus performed his seemingly first public miracle at a wedding celebration. A wedd...

Treading Faith podcasters Yemi and Philia discuss miracles as they embark on a new season - Your Season Pass to Miracles. Miracles are inexplicable events that cannot be explained through scientific means, and in the faith world many attribute these events to the Lord. The Bible is filled with the miracles of God, though some might wonder if there are still modern-day miracles unfolding in our con...

We are entering Season 2 of the Treading Faith podcast where we will be discussing the miracles of Jesus Christ and our new season begins with prayer. We are praying for this season to be your season of miracles and breakthroughs. We hope these prayers bless you. Amen.

On this podcast episode of Treading Faith Live, co-hosts Yemi and Philia continue to discuss some of their favorite parables from The Power of Parables Season.  We recap:  1. The Parable of the Wise and Foolish Builders (Episode 7 titled, Built on Solid Foundation) Matthew 7:21-27 where we discuss the importance of building one's life on obedience to the teachings and example of Jes...