What does it really mean to follow Jesus in a world driven by wealth? In this episode, we confront one of the most debated questions in the church today: Can Christians be rich and still honour God? Some believe the Bible calls for radical simplicity and see Jesus’ teachings on riches as clear warnings against material wealth. Others point to biblical examples of prosperity, like Abraham, Job, and Solomon, arguing that Christianity and financial success aren’t necessarily at odds.

We explore both sides of this powerful wealth and faith debate, looking at the Christian perspective on prosperity, the biblical view of money, and whether having wealth automatically means you're less spiritual, or simply more responsible for how you use it. If you’ve ever asked: What does the Bible say about money? Can I be wealthy and still serve God? Am I trusting in money or in the Lord? Then this conversation is for you. Let’s challenge assumptions, rethink priorities, and seek a biblical perspective on wealth that honours both truth and grace.

Timestamps:
00:00 Intro

Christians Who Believe It's Wrong For Believers To Be Wealthy
3:20 Some Christians Reject Wealth Because of Jesus’ Teachings on Money
8:06 Some Christians reject wealth because of how Jesus and the Apostles lived
12:21 Some Christians reject wealth due to warnings about the love of money in the Bible
20:47 Some believe following Christ means letting go of wealth

Christians Who Believe It's Okay For Believers To Be Wealthy
28:31 Wealth is a blessing, God gave it to many faithful believers
32:20 Wealth can fund ministry and Advance the Kingdom
35:51 Some believe God’s favour is sometimes shown through wealth
40:36 Wealth enables generosity
43:32 Wealth isn’t the issue — the heart is
48:10 The Bible warns against greed, not wealth itself
48:34 Poverty Doesn’t Automatically Equal Holiness

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51:51 Our Perspective on This Matter

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In this episode, we dive deep into the Biblical view on polygamy and ask: Is polygamy a sin in Christianity? We examine Old Testament polygamy examples, from Abraham and Jacob to David and Solomon, and explore whether their actions were endorsed by God or simply tolerated. We also unpack polygamy in the Bible, explained through both the Old and New Testament lenses, looking at what Scripture actually says (and doesn’t say). What is the true Christian perspective on polygamy? And how do New Testament teachings shift the conversation?

But the debate isn’t just theological, it’s also cultural. In this episode, we explore African traditions and polygamy, showing how cultural heritage plays a key role in shaping beliefs. For many, especially in African Christian communities, polygamy is tied to responsibility, family preservation, and social structure, not lust or greed.
Whether you’re wrestling with the question or curious about how others see it, this episode is a raw and honest debate on polygamy in Christianity, exploring both sides with biblical references, cultural insight, and practical implications.

Timestamps:
00:00 Intro

Christians who believe Polygamy is okay
3:16 Polygamy was practised in the Old Testament
7:57 Polygamy Isn’t Called Sin in the Bible
11:29 The Bible Acknowledges Polygamy in the Old Testament
17:06 The ‘Husband of One Wife’ verses in the bible apply only to Leaders
21:16 Some Prioritise Culture Over Christ when it comes to Polygamy

Christians who believe Polygamy is not okay
36:10 Monogamy is reaffirmed by Christ
39:04 God’s Original Design from the start is One Man, One Woman
40:07 The New Testament Strongly Affirms Monogamy
45:08 Polygamy Always Brings Problems in the Bible
50:34 God Allowed Polygamy, but He didn’t endorse it
52:39 Polygamy Opposes Christian Love & Unity
55:02 Polygamy Doesn’t Reflect Christ & the Church

Our Perspective on This Matter
56:12 Our Perspective on This Matter

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How do Christians build and keep healthy friendships with the opposite sex? In this episode, we dive into the topic of Christian platonic friendships, whether you’re single or married, and why they’re important for your spiritual and emotional growth. We discuss the benefits of platonic friendships before marriage and why setting clear boundaries is so important to keep these friendships pure and God-honoring.
We also get real about maintaining boundaries in Christian friendships and how to recognise when a friendship with the opposite gender might be crossing a line.
If you’re married, we talk about platonic relationships in Christian marriage, how to nurture these friendships while protecting your marriage and keeping communication open with your spouse.
Healthy Christian friendships take intention and prayer. Whether you’re wondering if Christians can have opposite sex friends or trying to figure out how to set boundaries in Christian friendships, this episode offers practical advice rooted in Scripture.

Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
3:42 Benefits of Maintaining Healthy Platonic Friendships When Single
10:56 Guidelines for Healthy Platonic Friendships Before Marriage
19:36 Red Flags in Platonic Friendships Before Marriage
27:59 Why Are Platonic Friendships Still Important in Marriage?
31:29 How to Maintain Healthy Platonic Friendships in Marriage
41:01 Things to Consider for Platonic Friendships in Marriage

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