Virt.You.Us

In this final episode of our Proverbs 31 series, we're wrapping up our journey and recapping the key takeaways from the past few weeks. We'll dive deep into the power of inner beauty, wisdom and grace, and explore how these timeless principles can be applied to everyone, not just women!!! Join us as we reflect on the lessons learned and discuss how to implement them in our daily lives.

Yanelle (@yluxe) joins us to explore the value of hard work and diligence. We'll discuss strategies for overcoming challenges, staying motivated and finding inspiration in the wonderful word of God and His presence!

Discover the secrets to a fulfilling relationship with our special guest Dr. Phil Baptiste. We'll delve into the timeless wisdom of Proverbs 31 to learn how to be a partner of noble character. We'll also explore how these qualities can be applied to modern relationships and discuss practical ways young couples can support each other's spiritual and emotional growth. From the early stages of buildi...

In this episode, we sit down with 'Mary', who once identified as a Muslim, to hear her incredible story of finding Christ. We'll dive deep into her personal journey, exploring the challenges she faced and the moments of divine intervention that led her to faith. This is a thought-provoking conversation that invites open and honest dialogue about faith, personal experiences and the transformative p...

We're back, baby! And with a new short series focussed on the iconic Virtuous Woman. This remarkable figure has been a constant source of inspiration for us, and it's fitting that we've named our podcast after her. PLUS, JOIN US AT OUR FIRST EVER COMMUNITY EVENT ON DEC 15. BOOK YOUR SPOT: HERE Ever wondered about that mysterious woman in Proverbs 31? The one who rises before dawn, manages a househ...

We'll be the first to admit that we LOVE Jesus, but also struggle with loving ourselves. In the gospels, we are taught the importance of dying to self in order to follow Christ - eg Luke 14:26, Matthew 10:37, John 12:25 - so quite clearly this is something Jesus knew we would struggle with! In this episode, we discuss standing for truth even to our detriment, and the importance of getting read...

Having a community that you read and study with is so important. We want to encourage you as you also encourage us, so download the Youversion app (Bible app) if you haven't already and add us - let's read together! Aira - https://www.bible.com/users/abrg1 Michelle - https://www.bible.com/users/mtereki For the full lesson study, please click here

When you realise the ongoing war that we have been born into, you realise why it's important to put on the armour of God DAILY. The devil is on the attack and his strategy is to deceive and destroy you and me. Persecution is one of his forms of doing this. No one wants pain, or hurt or any type of discomfort and the devil knows this! In this episode we discuss God's love for His children,...

It's a brand new quarter and this quarter we focus on 'The Great Controversy'. This is probably a buzzword you've heard a lot, especially if you grew up in the church, but what does it actually mean? This quarter not only will we explore what this means, we will also learn how it began AND how it ends. The Great Controversy is a fight between good and evil, and throughout this quar...

It's the last lesson of the quarter but it isn't the last time you can study psalms (God willing). We've learnt a lot of lessons centred around the 5 books in Psalms - from poems of praise, thanksgiving, victory all the way to laments - psalms provide a true guide of life's ups and downs. As we close the quarter, we challenge you to pick chapters for different circumstances in life, not just for y...

It's easy to bless or praise God when you see Him working (as sometimes we forget that he is ALWAYS working) but when we are going through the thick of it, our (or maybe my) conversations are filled with cries for help and laments and less of praise, worship and blessings. How to I praise God, bless him or worship when I am grieving? The psalms has shown us that it is okay to grieve (because even...

When we love someone, we always want to be in their company. And when they're away we long for their company. In this week's lesson, we learn the true definition of longing for God, and the blessings we receive from this, with one (of many) being peace. Having God in your life brings about peace that unbelievers cannot understand. And that peace is available to you - as long as you accept and rece...

The Bible is what we like to call an All-In-One genre type of book. You get science, mystery, romance, thriller, self-help (Christ Help), poetry, true crime, action and of course history! (This list is not exhaustive). Google (our bestfriend) states that studying history helps us understand and grapple with complex questions and dilemmas by examining how the past has shaped (and continues to shape...

Link to the devotional - Join me in reading Jesus: He Gets Us | Plan 1: https://www.bible.com/en/reading-plans/28926 In this lesson study, we are reminded that we follow a Saviour who is relatable because he lived just as we did, suffered the same or greater temptations than us, and yet did not sin and is an all round great example of how we ought to live our lives. We are reminded that we cannot...

Many times we are told the importance of saving - having money in your current account, saving for a house, a car, a business venture or even an emergency fund. Keeping your bank account healthy enables you to prepare for a day you may need to make a quick withdrawal. Similarly, it's important to bank the Word of God in your heart for your current situation (daily life) but also save for any time...

In the Psalms, the voices of God’s people join as one in repeating the chorus “His mercy endures forever” in celebration of God’s eternal love. “Not to praise God would mean to forget all His benefits, not to appreciate God’s gifts. Only those who praise do not forget. Thinking and speaking about God is not yet praising Him. Praise begins when one acknowledges God’s majesty and works and responds...

The world has always known pain, unfairness, and people being pushed down. The psalm writers saw it too, which is why their words are like God's cries out against all the violence and oppression happening everywhere, both then and now. Nowadays, some places have support systems for single parents and kids without dads. These programs give poor and struggling folks a leg up. Governments sometim...

We do not need to get deep into the book of Psalms in order to discover that the Psalms are uttered in an imperfect world, one of sin, evil, suffering, and death. The stable creation run by the Sovereign Lord and His righteous laws is constantly threatened by evil. As sin corrupts the world more and more, the earth has increasingly become “a strange land” to God’s people. This reality creates a pr...

So, we all know how dependable God is. In fact, trusting in Him will never leave you disappointed IF you learn to trust in His Will. When we cry out for deliverance, our human minds expect a quick response, or a response in accordance with our timelines. God's timing is always on time. Time and time again (no pun intended) he has kept His Word for His people. The big question is - how do we ac...

What does God's sovereignty look like to you? What does it feel like? And most importantly, how do YOUR actions reflect acknowledgement of it? The belief in God as Sovereign, King of all Kings, Ruler of all, Creator and much more, should be reflected in our views of, not just ourselves, but of the world around us and all those who inhibit it. Unfortunately, sin has tainted this view, with devastat...

Do you find it easy to lean on God when you're going through it? What happens when you believe you've followed Christ as best as you can but bad things keep happening to you?! In Psalms, we see quite a bit of lamenting from the various writers, specifically King David, but he somehow often ends this lamenting with praise. God hears our laments, but the psalms teach us an important lesson -...

Happy New Year!! We are so excited and grateful that you're able to join us once again in 2024 as we journey on our spiritual walk with Christ! It's been a while since we started the podcast and we believe it's time to put a face to the voices you've been listening to, hopefully learning and supporting! Aira would like to invite you to A New Year's Celebration organised by 1/2...

NEW YEAR CELEBRATION EVENT: JOIN US ON THE 7TH JAN 2024 11:30AM FOR A VISION BOARD WORKSHOP AND FAITH INSPO TALKS! Tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-new-year-celebration-vision-board-workshop-and-god-inspired-talks-tickets-762870896387?aff=ebdsshios “The great plan of redemption results in fully bringing back the world into God’s favor. All that was lost by sin is restored. Not only man...

The book of Esther is an interesting one, as it is the only book (according to bible scholars) where 'God' is not mentioned. However, we read of God's presence through the deliverance of His people. Whilst you listen to this episode, we urge you to think of some of the challenges to your faith you face in your culture, pray about it and ask God to give you the spirit of Daniel, the 3 Hebrew boys a...

Jesus was never shy of moving out of cultural comfort zones and showed love to everyone - regardless of their initial differing faith. His love for all was greater than any lines of conflict created by humans. It's important for us to follow in His footsteps and we do this by reading, studying and living God's Word. The more we know Him, the greater our faith, trust and service to Him will increas...