Jola Speaks
Jola Speaks is a daily Podcast intended to grow and equip its listeners in their trust walk with God. The current focus is on obtaining clarity as we go through our individual processes with God - drop our own will, answering His calling, trusting Him and submitting to His Will. Why me? Why am I here? Why don’t I feel content with my achievements? What is happening to me? Why does my heart feel so heavy? What is wrong? Yes! we have so many questions, I have been there, I understand what you are going through, and you are not alone. I am by no means an expert and every episode is inspired by the Holy Spirit. Let us all learn together under the leading of the Holy Spirit. The podcast unexpectedly started in December 2022 Please listen to the first podcast titled My Podcast Testimony for the full story. I know you will be enlightened as you listen. Got questions? Please let me know.
Episodes
695 episodes
Alignment Makes the Work Possible | Why Unity Matters When Building with God
What happens when everyone wants the “important” role — and no one wants the necessary one? In this episode of Jola Speaks, we explore Nehemiah 3 and uncover a powerful leadership principle: alignment makes the work po...
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Episode 26
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10:34
Many Hands, One Purpose: How God Builds Through Unity
Building God’s way requires more than passion — it requires coordination. In this episode of Jola Speaks, we explore how God accomplishes His work through unity, structure, and shared responsibility, using Nehemiah’s rebuildi...
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Episode 25
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10:56
Building with God (Part 2): How to Pray Through Opposition Without Losing Focus
When God gives an assignment, opposition often follows. But distraction can be just as dangerous as resistance. In this episode of Jola Speaks, we continue lessons from Ezra and Nehemiah, exploring how opposition delayed th...
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Episode 24
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12:06
Building with God (Part 1): Why Timing Matters When God Gives You a Word
What do you do when God gives you a word — but you’re not sure who to tell, or when to speak? In this episode of Jola Speaks, we step back into the Book of Ezra to understand why Nehemiah was so discreet before rebuilding Jer...
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Episode 23
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22:30
Why Obedience to God Is Hard And Why It Matters More Than Sacrifice
Obedience is one of the most challenging parts of the Christian walk — especially when God’s instructions don’t make sense or feel uncomfortable.In this episode of Jola Speaks, Jola reflects on why obedience matters more than sacr...
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Episode 22
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14:53
Why You Need to Take Time Out With God Before the New Year
As the year comes to an end, many of us rush into planning, goal-setting, and preparation for the next season. But what if the most important step before the new year is not planning — but pausing? In this episode of Jola Speaks...
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Episode 21
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10:28
Why Gratitude Changes Everything | A Biblical Way to End the Year Well
As the year comes to an end, many of us rush into planning what’s next without pausing to reflect on what God has already done. In this episode of Jola Speaks, we explore the underrated power of gratitude—how gratitude shap...
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Episode 20
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11:28
Pause, Reflect & Take Stock Before the New Year | Biblical Wisdom for Life and Career Reset
As the year comes to an end, many people rush into planning without pausing to reflect. In this episode of Jola Speaks, we explore the biblical wisdom behind stopping, reflecting, and taking stock before entering a new season....
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Episode 19
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9:04
Why Leadership Matters When You're Building With God in 2026 | Lessons from Nehemiah 3
In today’s episode, we explore a powerful principle from Nehemiah 3 — why God insisted the rebuilding of Jerusalem start with the high priest. His obedience didn’t just build a gate… it built momentum, unity, and spiritual authority ...
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Episode 18
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8:26
How God Sends the Right People for Your Assignment | Discernment for Builders
In today’s episode, Jola teaches a powerful principle from Nehemiah 3 — God doesn’t just give you an assignment; He sends the right people to help you build it. But discerning who belongs where is a spiritual skill every believer needs, ...
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Episode 17
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9:46
Why Your Next Season Must Start With Worship | Lessons From Nehemiah 3
Before Nehemiah rebuilt Jerusalem’s walls, he rebuilt the altar. In this episode, we dive into why worship must be the starting point for every assignment, project, season and calling — especially for believers navigating toda...
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Episode 16
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9:52
Before You Speak: How God Builds You Into a Wise Leader | Nehemiah’s Blueprint for Strategy
God didn’t let Nehemiah speak until he first surveyed the land. In this powerful teaching, we explore why strategy, clarity, and observation are essential before stepping into any God-given assignment. In this episode, ...
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Episode 15
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9:54
How God Sends the Right People to Help You Build | Lessons from Nehemiah
In today’s episode, we explore one of the most powerful lessons from Nehemiah: God never assigns a purpose without preparing the people who will help you build it. Nehemiah didn’t rebuild Jerusalem alone. Go...
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Episode 14
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8:21
How to Respond to Opposition the God-Led Way | Lessons from Nehemiah
Opposition is inevitable, but how you respond determines whether you lose momentum or step deeper into purpose. In today’s episode, “How to Respond to Opposition the God-Led Way,” we study Nehemiah’s powerful respons...
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Episode 13
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7:27
How to Recognize & Overcome Opposition While Building (Nehemiah’s Blueprint)
When God calls you to build, opposition is guaranteed — but Nehemiah shows us how to discern it, rise above it, and keep moving with boldness. In this episode, we explore Nehemiah 2:10 and 2:19 and break down the three ke...
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Episode 12
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8:34
Discretion Is Key: Protecting Your Purpose Before Its Time
What if the next breakthrough God is preparing for you requires silence? In this episode of Jola Speaks, we explore Nehemiah’s powerful example of discretion — how he protected the assignment God gave him by keeping quiet unti...
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Episode 11
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9:39
How to Access Favour by Speaking with Boldness | Lessons from Nehemiah
When God gives you favour, your words determine what you receive. In today’s episode, Jola unpacks Nehemiah 2 and shows how bold, prepared, Spirit-led speech positioned Nehemiah for supernatural favour before the king. If you’ve bee...
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Episode 10
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7:49
How God Positions Favor Before You Arrive | Nehemiah’s Blueprint for Divine Access
When God sends you, He always goes ahead of you preparing conversations, hearts, resources, and unexpected helpers. Today, we study Nehemiah 2 and discover how God positioned favour before Nehemiah ever stepped into the king’s court.&n...
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Episode 9
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9:48
How God Prepares You to Stand Before Kings | Nehemiah’s Blueprint for Purpose
Stepping into purpose isn’t random — it’s preparation. In this episode, we study Nehemiah’s 4-month waiting season and how God shaped his character before giving him access to the king. You’ll learn: • Why preparat...
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Episode 8
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13:25
Signs God Is Calling You Through a Burden
When a burden won’t leave your heart, God may be calling you into something bigger than you imagined. In this episode of Jola Speaks, we explore Nehemiah 1:1–4 and discover how a single ordinary moment became the doorway into divine as...
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Episode 7
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7:46
When Bad News Becomes Your Turning Point | Lessons from Nehemiah on Finding Purpose in Pain
What if the bad news that broke your heart is actually the moment God begins your breakthrough? In this episode, Jola shares how Nehemiah’s heartbreak over Jerusalem’s broken walls became the seed of purpose that changed a nation. Lear...
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Episode 6
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6:32
When God Connects Purpose and Pain | Lessons from Nehemiah on Divine Alignment
Sometimes God is working behind the scenes, connecting hearts and callings to bring His plans to life. In this episode of the Jola Speaks Podcast, Jola explores Nehemiah 1:1–4 — revealing how God connects the wai...
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Episode 5
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9:03
How God Uses Ordinary Days to Change Everything | Lessons from Nehemiah 1
Sometimes, the most life-changing moments start on the most ordinary days.In this episode of the Jola Speaks Podcast, Jola unpacks Nehemiah 1:1–4 — showing how one question on a normal day became the turning point for Nehemiah’s purpose...
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Episode 4
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7:33
Trusting God When the Pressure Is On | Lessons from Daniel & Nehemiah
When pressure mounts — whether at work, in leadership, or in faith — will you still trust God? In this week’s episode of the Jola Speaks Podcast, Jola draws powerful parallels between Daniel and Nehemiah — two leaders who fac...
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Episode 3
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9:46
How Christians Can Stand Out in Politics | Lessons from Daniel & Nehemiah
Can faith and politics really coexist? In this episode of Jola Speaks, Jola explores how Daniel and Nehemiah thrived in government systems without compromising their integrity. Learn how to lead with faith, excellence, and cou...
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Episode 2
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9:40