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Treading Faith is a podcast dedicated to a deep dive into open, honest, difficult and fun conversations surrounding everyday life and relationships while navigating the waters of faith.
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Treading lightly was formed with the intention of bringing like-minded people together to care about the environment and the wellbeing of our community. We also explicitly want to bring those along that want to tread more lightly on our planet but are not quite sure how to just yet.Treading Lightly is all about being inclusive and supportive. We strongly believe that together we can achieve real solutions and improve our communities and the world at large. By uplifting each other, we raise t ...
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As imperfect moms, we sometimes try to keep our heads above water. We are the ultimate “Mom Treading Water.” Whether you are a SAHM (stay-at-home mom), a mom who works out of the home, or somewhere in between, we all have challenges, benefits, and experiences. However, what we do share in common is that we are all imperfect moms. As an imperfect mom, wife, and human, I am exposing myself, intending to normalize the sisterhood of imperfect moms. None of us are perfect, no matter what image so ...
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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 …
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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…
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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 …
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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 e…
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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 …
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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 …
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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…
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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 th…
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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 l…
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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 enc…
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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 sanctifica…
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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 rejec…
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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, inter…
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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 ma…
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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 …
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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 gr…
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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 l…
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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…
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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 acti…
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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 f…
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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…
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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 bibli…
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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 wil…
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Treading Faith is in the final week of the corporate fast, 40 Days With The Most High Sugar Fast. We are fasting from sugar and feasting on God. In this episode, Yemi and Philia discuss the necessary perspective shifts required for an upward trajectory. God called us to love others and serve others. We can bring others into this fasting season by p…
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Treading Faith discusses the completion of Week 4 of the 40 Days With The Most High Sugar Fast. Yemi and Philia dive into the concept of the upside to discovery and how God renews our mind when we relinquish complete control to him. Romans 12:2 says, "Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing…
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Treading Faith discusses the completion of Week 2 of the 40 Days With The Most High Sugar Fast. In this discussion, Yemi and Philia discuss how being complacent can be the downfall of your righteous path. Zephaniah 1:12 says, "At that time I will search Jerusalem with lamps and punish those who are complacent, who are like wine left on its dregs, w…
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Treading Faith is in the second week of the corporate fast, 40 Days With The Most High Sugar Fast. We are fasting from sugar and feasting on God. In this episode, Yemi and Philia discuss the gifts we gain when we spend time with God. When we replace the race to empty calories with a race to God, we build intimacy with God and he fills the empty pla…
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Treading Faith discusses the completion of Week 1 of the 40 Days with The Most High Sugar Fast. Yemi and Philia concentrate on the highs and lows of the first 10 days of the fast. They also give an analysis of specific bible -led scriptures that support the themes of chapters 1-10. The theme of dependency seems to resonate with each chapter. Jesus …
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We are starting 2024 with a sugar fast! For 40 days and 40 nights join Treading Faith on a sugar (free) fast. We are using the book "The 40-Day Sugar Fast" by Wendy Speake and we invite you to join the corporate fast. We want to be filled with the most high and turn away from the table of this world. This fast will be transformative for our body, h…
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2024 is the year of expansion and Treading Faith has a special New Year Payer for you. We are praying for new beginnings, new blessings and restoration of what was lost. This will be our year of growth and increase! We cannot wait to take this journey with you as our brothers and sisters in Christ. 2024 is going to be big!…
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The book of Proverbs is designed to communicate foundational truths in order to give us guidance and help us live a successful life through the knowledge of God. On this podcast episode, the last podcast episode of 2023, Yemi and Philia discuss their favorite Proverbs episodes of this season. We touch on Laziness, Revenge, Addition, Envy, Intoleran…
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In this podcast episode, Yemi and Philia" continue to Unlock Wisdom through the book of Proverbs by discussing the substitution of knowledge for wisdom (Proverbs 1:1-23).Knowledge is information and understanding of facts, while wisdom is having the wisdom to use facts two make decisions and values. One represents theory, while the other is the epi…
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In this podcast episode, Yemi and Philia continue to Unlock Wisdom through the book of Proverbs by discussing actions that are displeasing to God (Proverbs 6:16-19). These proverbs gives us 7 things we need to stay away from, (1) haughty eyes, (2) a lying tongue, (3) hands that shed innocent blood, (4) a heart that devises wicked plans, (5) feet th…
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In this podcast episode, Yemi and Philia continue to Unlock Wisdom through the book of Proverbs by discussing the infamous Proverbs 31 Woman. Today's topic on becoming a Proverbs 31 Woman, is the epitome of righteousness, strength, loyalty, determination, and spiritual accord with God. The "excellent woman" reveres the Lord. She walks with God, She…
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On this podcast episode, Yemi and Philia discuss the importance of financial responsibility (Proverbs 3:9-10; 10:22; 16:16; 22:7; 22:26-27; 23:4-5; 28:19-20; 28:22). There is wealth in wisdom. In these proverbs we are told to not only be financially responsible but to also chase wisdom over wealth. Chasing after money can lead to a disaster and poo…
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Adopting a child is a life-changing experience that brings joy and fulfillment to many families. However, it is also a complex process that can be filled with stress and uncertainty. As someone who has gone through the journey of adoption twice, I understand the challenges and emotions that come with it. That's why I believe it is essential to shar…
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In this podcast episode, Yemi and Philia continue to Unlock Wisdom through the book of Proverbs by discussing the fight against making excuses (Proverbs 30:24-28).God knows all men have sinned and fall short of His glory, but He is only interested in our repentance, overcoming, and growth, not our excuses.…
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On this podcast episode, Yemi and Philia discuss the importance of becoming more tolerant (Proverbs 19:11; 24:11-12; 28:21; 29:7; 30: 11-14). God calls us to be tolerant of others. We are no better than anyone else and we do not have the right to judge others. Additionally, we are all different and that is through the glory of God. There is beauty …
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**TRIGGER WARNING** Depression, Anxiety, Child Sexual Abuse For moms struggling with mental health, please know you are not alone. Like many, I have battled my mental health even before motherhood My whole life, I have always felt inadequate, unworthy, and full of self-loathing. Like many, my existence focused on being a people pleaser without rega…
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In this podcast episode, Yemi and Philia continue to Unlock Wisdom through the book of Proverbs by discussing the fight against envy (Proverbs 3:31-32; 6:34-35; 14:30; 23:17-19; 24:1-2; 24:19-20 and 27:4). Solomon says, "A sound heart is life to the body, but envy is rotten to the bones." Proverbs 14:30 Today's topic on the grind of envy is somethi…
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On this podcast episode, Yemi and Philia discuss the importance of surrendering our desire for revenge to God (Proverbs 24:17-2- and 25:21-22). If we seek revenge, we ensure that we will miss out on peace and instead live in bitterness. God asks us to leave the revenge to God. Not only do we need to surrender revenge to God, we need to accept it if…
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In this podcast episode, Yemi and Philia continue to Unlock Wisdom through the book of Proverbs by discussing the fight against addiction (Proverbs 20:1; and 23:29-35). Cry out to God. He hears and waits for you to reach out to Him. His desire is for you to know you are loved and wanted, and that healing is possible. Are you ready to lay down your …
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On this podcast episode, Yemi and Philia discuss the importance of fighting against our internal opposition (Proverbs 1:20-22 and 1:29-32). Our biggest enemy is usually ourselves. We struggle with our thoughts and our belief systems which prevent us from moving in the right direction. When we believe what the enemy says about us instead of what God…
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In this podcast episode, Yemi and Philia continue to Unlock Wisdom through the book of Proverbs by discussing the fight against imbalance (Proverbs 24:10 / 30:7-9). Perhaps Proverbs 16:11 provides a clear idea of the spiritual intent of living and leading a balanced life. "A just weight and balance are the Lord's; all the weights in the bag are His…
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On this podcast episode, Yemi and Philia discuss the importance of fighting against laziness (Proverbs 12:24/ 12:27/ 13:4/ 15:19/ 18:9/ 19:15/ 22:13/ 26:13-16). We are taught that there is nothing to gain from laziness and much to gain from being diligent. "The soul of the sluggard craves and gets nothing, but the diligent is made fat" Proverbs 13:…
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Before motherhood, my life always included anxiety. It was all I knew because it was how I lived. "What if..." was one of the most common phrases in my vocabulary. Risks and dreams were squashed by the "what if...". Parental anxiety is a well-known worry that moms often feel. Even before becoming a mother, anxiety was constantly present in my life.…
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In this podcast episode, Yemi and Philia continue to Unlock Wisdom through the book of Proverbs by discussing God's Sovereignty (Proverbs 9:10, 11/10:3/10:29/16:7/19:21/21:1). "I form the light and create darkness, I bring prosperity and create disaster, I, the Lord do all these things. You heavens above, rain down my righteousness; let the clouds …
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On this podcast episode, Yemi and Philia discuss the importance of fighting against domestic disharmony (Proverbs 19:13/ 25:23-24/ 24:3-4). We are told what disharmony looks like in the home (sarcastic infighting, stinging put-downs, withering stares, deafening silence, volatile explosions of anger, emotional brutality and physical abuse) and we ar…
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In our latest episode of Treading Lightly, we are honoured to have Judie and Doug Nyholm, visionary advocates for mental health awareness and suicide prevention. Join us as they share the incredible journey behind the transformation of Ulladulla lighthouse into a beacon of hope and healing. Their powerful motivation to address mental health challen…
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