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  • INTENTIONAL THANKS FOR ETERNAL IMPACT

    INTENTIONAL THANKS FOR ETERNAL IMPACT
    2025/09/17
    THE BOOK OF RUTH| GOD’S RESTORATION PLAN| Preservation and Prospective Living| Discipleship |Session-33| 2025| CHIMDI OHAHUNA In this empowering episode of the GRACELIFECOMI Podcast, we journey through the timeless beauty of the Book of Ruth 1:8—a verse that opens the door to a powerful revelation that, true humility births unshakable security. When your identity is anchored in Christ, insecurity loses its grip, and love flows freely from a heart that knows it is held. Key Episode Highlights: - Security in Christ: Discover why humility isn’t weakness—it’s the gateway to spiritual confidence. You’ll see how being secure in Christ transforms how you value and relate to others. - The Overflow of Love: If you long for love, give it. If you want more, pour more. Love is not transactional—it’s transformational. And it begins with you. - Gratitude as Strength: Gratitude isn’t just a virtue—it’s a spiritual force. It reveals wisdom, character, and the ability to see beyond yourself. It turns fleeting moments into lasting impressions. - Authority Redefined: True kingship isn’t found in robes or titles—it’s found in the posture of a grateful heart. Gratitude elevates relationships from surface-level encounters to enduring bonds. - Kindness & Legacy: Kindness is the seed, but gratitude is the tool that gathers the harvest. Learn how gratitude builds bridges across generations, just as David honored Mephibosheth in 2 Samuel 9. Key Notes to Remember: - Gratitude is the graciousness of the heart expressed through the mouth. - Love overwhelms a grateful soul—it asks not what someone has done, but who they are. - Gratitude cements relationships—it’s the difference between a good impression and a lasting legacy. - Transgenerational relationships are built by good men who remember, honor, and give thanks. - Be intentional. Be selfless. Let gratitude be your legacy. Beloved, whether you are seeking spiritual clarity, relational wisdom, or a renewed sense of purpose, this episode offers a rich truth woven with grace. Ruth’s story isn’t just ancient—it’s alive in every act of humility, every word of thanks, and every seed of kindness sown today. Tune in, reflect, and let your heart be stirred toward a life of love, gratitude, and generational impact. Jesus is Lord
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    1 時間 17 分
  • GRATITUDE THAT GRAVITATES: How Gratitude Builds Eternal Bonds

    GRATITUDE THAT GRAVITATES: How Gratitude Builds Eternal Bonds
    2025/09/14
    THE BOOK OF RUTH| GOD’S RESTORATION PLAN| Preservation and Prospective Living| Discipleship |Session-32| 2025| CHIMDI OHAHUNA Kindness That Echoes Beyond the Grave.What does kindness look like when no one is watching? When there’s no applause, no expectation, no earthly reward? In this gripping episode, we explore Ruth 1:8 and the extraordinary grace that flows from a heart aligned with God. Ruth and Orpah didn’t just mourn—they ministered. Their actions toward Naomi and their late husbands weren’t customary; they were covenantal. Kindness wasn’t a gesture—it was a legacy. Key Highlights to Reflect On: 1. Kindness to the Dead: A sacred act often forgotten in our time. Learn five powerful ways to honor the godly departed: - Bury their bodies with reverence (Revelation 13:14) - Guard their estate with integrity (1 Kings 21) - Embrace their loved ones with compassion - Cover their faults with silence, not shame - Celebrate their virtues through remembrance and imitation 2. The Language of Silence: Silence doesn’t hide the heart—it reveals it. When kindness is offered without obligation, it speaks louder than words. 3. Kindness as a Spiritual Signature: In a world where motives are questioned and virtue feels rare, this episode reminds us that true kindness is never transactional—it’s transformational. 4. Gratitude: “Thank you” isn’t a courtesy—it’s a spiritual force. It builds trust, multiplies grace, and draws hearts closer to God. Gratitude isn’t just good manners—it’s divine strategy (1 Corinthians 12:31). If you’ve ever wondered how to honor those who’ve gone before, how to love beyond logic, or how to live with a heart that reflects heaven. Tune in. Be stirred. Let kindness and gratitude become your spiritual fragrance. We invite you to Subscribe to GRACELIFECOMI and join us for a session that promises to stir your spirit and invite you closer to Christ!. Whether you're a long-time listener or new to our community, there's something here for everyone! Jesus is Lord.
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    1 時間 16 分
  • THE ONE TREE THAT STILL TEMPTS US ALL

    THE ONE TREE THAT STILL TEMPTS US ALL
    2025/09/11
    THE BOOK OF RUTH| GOD’S RESTORATION PLAN| Preservation and Prospective Living| Discipleship |Session-31| 2025| CHIMDI OHAHUNA The Guarantee That Changed Everything. Before redemption, humanity stood bankrupt—spiritually starved, relationally fractured, and locked out of divine communion. But God, in His kindness, issued a guarantee. Not a vague promise, but a written assurance backed by His integrity and sealed in Christ. This episode explores the mystery and majesty of that guarantee through Ruth 1:8 and Genesis 1:26–29. It’s not just about restoration—it’s about access, enjoyment, and identity. Highlights & Key Notes: - What Is a Guarantee? It’s more than a promise—it’s a declaration of intent, a covenant of kindness. God’s guarantee is not just to give, but to let us enjoy (John 10:10). - From Eden to Eternity In Eden, every tree was available except one—the tree of “self.” To taste God’s kindness is to feast on everything He’s provided, without reaching for what was never meant to nourish us. - Creation vs. New Creation Both bear the mark of YAHWEH. Both are rooted in relationship, not religion. Favor isn’t earned—it’s chosen. And God’s choice is final, regardless of what men or the devil deem fair (Genesis 3:21; Romans 5:8; John 3:16). - Image and Likeness Likeness reflects resemblance. Image enables communion. Sin exposes the nakedness of likeness, but righteousness restores the glory of the image. The image is the engine—without it, we stall. - Kindness Redefined God’s kindness isn’t measured in material gain. It’s the presence that walks with us, the favor that covers us, and the access that never expires. In this episode we understand that Ruth’s story isn’t just about loyalty—it’s about legacy. It’s about stepping into a guarantee that rewrites your spiritual credit history and gives you full access to the treasury of grace. We invite you to Subscribe to GRACELIFECOMI and join us for a session that promises to stir your spirit and invite you closer to Christ!. Whether you're a long-time listener or new to our community, there's something here for everyone! Jesus is Lord.
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    1 時間 7 分
  • THE WEIGHT THAT WARPS THE WALK

    THE WEIGHT THAT WARPS THE WALK
    2025/09/10
    THE BOOK OF RUTH| GOD’S RESTORATION PLAN| Preservation and Prospective Living| Discipleship |Session-30| 2025| CHIMDI OHAHUNA In this thought-provoking episode, we explore Ruth 1:8 alongside Hebrews 12, drawing attention to the subtle yet persistent nature of “the sin that easily besets.” This isn’t a one-size-fits-all struggle—it’s personal, shaped by both nature and nurture. Yet the call remains the same: to lay it aside and walk in the freedom Christ has already secured. Key Highlights: - Understanding “The Sin”: Each believer faces unique triggers—some inherited, others learned. But all are addressed through the finished work of Christ. Romans 8:3 and 2 Corinthians 5:17 remind us that Jesus dealt with the nature of sin so we can confront its expressions. - Guarding Your Reasoning: The story of Eve and the serpent reveals how reasoning outside God’s standard opens the door to deception. “Anyone you don’t want to reason like, don’t reason with.” - Offences as Hindrances: Offences are more than emotional wounds—they’re spiritual traps. They obstruct prayer, giving, and can even derail one’s eternal path (Matthew 5:23–24; 18:8–9). - Marriage and Maturity: Love may initiate a union, but knowledge sustains it. Acts 24:16 calls us to maintain a conscience void of offence, both before God and man. - Weights and Vision: Hebrews 12 urges us to lay aside every weight—not just sin, but distractions that keep us looking back instead of fixing our gaze on Jesus. These weights deform, distract, and disqualify. - Kindness Redefined: God’s kindness isn’t measured by material gain but by His abiding presence. It’s not found in comparison, but in communion. Beloved, this episode is a call to spiritual alignment—where actions reflect maturity, offences are released, and the pilgrim’s posture is restored. Ruth’s journey reminds us that the path to purpose begins with laying aside what hinders and embracing the presence that sustains. Subscribe to GRACELIFECOMI and join us for a session that promises to stir your spirit and invite you closer to Christ!. Whether you're a long-time listener or new to our community, there's something here for everyone! Jesus is Lord.
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    1 時間 5 分
  • THE ONLY WEIGHT WORTH CARRYING

    THE ONLY WEIGHT WORTH CARRYING
    2025/09/09
    THE BOOK OF RUTH| GOD’S RESTORATION PLAN| Preservation and Prospective Living| Discipleship |Session-29| 2025| CHIMDI OHAHUNA In this stirring episode, we reflect on Ruth 1:8 through the lens of eternal purpose and spiritual posture. The story of Ruth opens not just with loss and transition, but a call to all believers in Christ to walk as pilgrims, not traders. Key Highlights: - Pilgrim vs. Trader Mentality: Traders chase profit and accumulation, often burdened by the weight of worldly expectations. Pilgrims, however, journey with eternity in view—traveling light, trusting God’s provision, and running with patience (Hebrews 12). - The Kindness of God: A heart fixed on comparison and conformity struggles to perceive divine kindness. When we carry burdens not meant for us, we obscure the grace freely given. - The Weight of Conformity: Romans 12:1 reminds us that pain often signals a misalignment—a shape taken that leads to spiritual deformity. Conformity to the world distorts our walk and dims our witness. - Casting Our Cares: 1 Peter 5:7 calls us to release every weight to Jesus. The only burden we are called to carry is the Cross—our sacred assignment, not the pressures of performance or comparison. This episode is a call to reorient: to shed the excess, embrace the eternal, and walk with the quiet strength of those who know they are passing through. Ruth’s story is not just about loyalty—it’s about posture. About choosing the path of the pilgrim, even when the road is uncertain. Beloved be reminded that eternity rewards those who walk with purpose, not those who transact with time. Subscribe to GRACELIFECOMI and join us for a session that promises to stir your spirit and invite you closer to Christ!. Whether you're a long-time listener or new to our community, there's something here for everyone! Jesus is Lord.
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    1 時間 3 分
  • CHILDREN, SECRETS, AND THE LEGACY OF BEHAVIOR

    CHILDREN, SECRETS, AND THE LEGACY OF BEHAVIOR
    2025/09/08
    THE BOOK OF RUTH| GOD’S RESTORATION PLAN| Preservation and Prospective Living| Discipleship |Session-28| 2025| CHIMDI OHAHUNA In this stirring episode, we explore the unwavering nature of God through the lens of Ruth 1:8 and Hebrews 13:8, revealing how divine consistency births true kindness. Unlike human affection, often fractured by internal conflict, God's mercy stands as a patient force—delaying not out of neglect, but to give judgment its rightful space and silence the accuser. Key Highlights: - The Weight of Delay:"To slack" is more than procrastination—it’s the sacred tension between waiting and carrying. Delay becomes a teacher, shaping patience and preparing hearts for mercy’s full expression. - Mercy’s Strategy: God’s kindness is not random. It’s timed, intentional, and protective. Mercy delays so that judgment doesn’t rush in unchallenged, ensuring the devil has no grounds to accuse. - Lessons from Genesis: - Genesis 16:1–16 shows how good intentions can falter when the method is flawed. Without clear communication, assumptions take the lead—and reproach follows. - Genesis 21:9–21 reminds us that children magnify what parents model in private. Our hidden choices echo loudly in the next generation. - Behavior and Consequence: Good behavior isn’t for God’s benefit—it’s for ours. When kindness is extended to one, it often signals judgment for another. As Habakkuk 2:2–4 teaches, vision must be written plainly, because timing matters and the righteous live by faith. Beloved, whether you're seeking clarity in your spiritual walk or reflecting on how divine mercy shapes human experience, this episode offers a rich tapestry of insight, encouragement, and truth. Tune in and be reminded from this teaching that the kindness of God is not a fleeting emotion—it’s a constant, carrying force that teaches, protects, and transforms. Subscribe to GRACELIFECOMI and join us for a session that promises to stir your spirit and invite you closer to Christ!. Whether you're a long-time listener or new to our community, there's something here for everyone! Jesus is Lord.
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    1 時間 16 分
  • WHEN KINDNESS DOESN'T FEEL KIND

    WHEN KINDNESS DOESN'T FEEL KIND
    2025/09/05
    THE BOOK OF RUTH| GOD’S RESTORATION PLAN| Preservation and Prospective Living| Discipleship |Session-27| 2025| CHIMDI OHAHUNA What if the kindness of God doesn’t feel kind at all? Ruth Was the Kindness Naomi Didn’t Expect In this gripping episode of the RUTH Bible Study Series, we explore the unsettling beauty of divine kindness—how it often arrives clothed in contradiction, wrapped in sorrow, and yet anchored in eternal purpose. Ruth wasn’t just a companion to Naomi; she was God’s kindness stitched into the fabric of her bitterness. And that same paradox pulses through our own lives. 🌾 Highlights You’ll Remember: - Kindness You Can Count: Ruth 1:8 reminds us—what you have is proof. God’s kindness is measurable, even when it’s misunderstood. - Bitterness with a Mission: The Cross, a tree of suffering, becomes the symbol of redemptive kindness. Every bitter moment invites us to remember the finished work of Christ. - Mercy in the Midst of Judgment: A balanced spiritual life holds both. Sometimes, the harshest seasons are the kindest interventions. - Consecration or Collapse: Like Daniel and Joseph, your response to hardship reveals your theology. Will bitterness birth surrender—or self-sabotage? - Prayer as Realignment: When your thoughts drift from God’s rest, He calls you back—not to comfort, but to clarity. - Kindness Beyond Comprehension: Isaiah 55:8 and 2 Peter 3:9 remind us—God’s ways are not slack, they’re sovereign. His kindness is not indulgence; it’s intention. 🌿 Final Thought: The kindness of God may feel severe, even strange. But it’s never random. It’s always working toward His will, not our whims. And in every bitter situation, the Cross stands as the eternal reminder: redemption is already written into the pain. Listen now—and let this message reframe how you see kindness, suffering, and the sacred tension between them. Subscribe to GRACELIFECOMI and join us for a session that promises to stir your spirit and invite you closer to Christ!. Whether you're a long-time listener or new to our community, there's something here for everyone! Jesus is Lord.
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    53 分
  • ROMANS EXEGESIS Ep. 17

    ROMANS EXEGESIS Ep. 17
    2025/09/02
    ROMANS EXEGESIS | PAUL'S WRITINGS | 2025| CHIMDI &FUNKE OHAHUNA Welcome to the GRACELIFECOMI Podcast's new series, "ROMANS EXEGESIS," where we go in-depth using cross-references on an insightful journey through the Book of Romans. We trust in God's guidance for a glorious experience in His presence in every episode in this series. What to expect: - In-depth Exploration: A detailed study of the Book of Romans, highlighting its significance in the New Testament. - Historical Context: Insights into the background of the early church in Rome, its unique characteristics, and how Paul addressed its members. - Intellectual Engagement: Analyzing Paul’s writings from an educated standpoint, suitable for the intellectually curious. - Theological Themes: Discussion on critical themes such as the contrast between the name Paul, servanthood, our calling, "Old Man" and the "New Man" in Christ and so much more. - Practical Applications: Understanding how the teachings of the Book of Romans apply to our daily lives and faith practices today. - Engaging Dialogue: Opportunities for listeners to provide feedback and ask questions (chimdiohahunaministry@gmail.com) and engage in discussions related to the study. Prepare to take notes and engage with us in this exciting exploration of a Book in the Bible that encapsulates the essence of Christian doctrine. Join us as we learn and grow together in faith. Subscribe and get notifications and together let's dig deep into the enriching Book of Romans! Grace to you! Jesus is Lord.
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    46 分