Bold and Virtuous

The best tips for living a single life full of energy, meaning and purpose. Don't take your singleness as a curse, and certainly not as just a waiting room for marriage.Learn the best ways to enjoy your singleness and what 7 things will help you do that! Don't forget to follow my art Instagram: @denisa.paul.artist

What does it mean to delight oneself in the Lord? Find out the secret to what delighting does when going through hardship or the waiting period. The Lord has not forgotten you! Be uplifted through this story of an Amaryllis flower and the reward of waiting.Follow me on Instagram:@mrs_denisa.pCheck out my artwork: Denisa Paul ArtInstagram: @denisa.paul.artistTikTok: @denisapaulartistWebsite: denisapaul.com

The true story of the mind's power. Get ready to change your life!I had a true revelation on what the mind is capable of. What sort of things you are truly able to accomplish if your mind is truly disciplined enough. Don't forget to follow the podcast to be notified when every new episode appears!Check out my artwork and follow me:Instagram Denisa PaulTikTok Denisa Paul

Let's discuss the surprises that marriage has already brought in, and what is obviously the most important lesson of it all: even after only a few months!I'm on the other side of the tunnel! And there is ONE thing that I can genuinely say I got RIGHT in entering marriage. Find out what it is and get yourself ready today.

Only for the brave! Avoid these crucial mistakes, and you'll find yourself much closer to finding your man, closer to being ready for him, and wiser for the long haul. Get ready to be told off, my sisters!The what-not-to-do's of singleness: Have a good listen to these 7 top tips of common mistakes made by us ladies when dating, looking to date or waiting for a husband. And teach yourself how to avoid making them.

The wedding is important but what happens next? Prepare yourself through this deep conversation for what your first year together may bring!Along with our guest Emily Grace, we work to dive deep into topics such as expectations, disappointments, sexual intimacy and adjustment when it comes to the few years as a married couple.

Let's discuss what the future of humanity looks like, how children are influenced, if there is any hope for progress spiritually or if we are only heading for destruction. And hear the phenomenal testimony of being used by God in this setting. The testimony of an Austrian school teacher sharing about the greatest dangers the new generation faces today.

Take a moment to surrender your desires to Him, to remind yourself why His council and will matters most and what it means when those desires don't quite manifest as expected!God wants you to dream, He wants you have desires in your heart, and even to make plans for the future. But He wants you to do it all with Him in mind. And with Him at the wheel.

I've finally met my husband and the wedding is in full swing! Find out the story behind how we first met, how God worked to make sure our story and His plan manifests, and the best things to do while waiting!Stay alert for new episodes coming featuring my fiancé and the opportunity to go into further depth on God's miraculous hand and answers to prayer in our love story!

The testimony of how the Holy Spirit not only gave me the faith to ask, but to fully believe and trust in a specific request to the Lord. And then how He answered my need.God's faithfulness and nature shows itself when we ask in prayer. Test the Lord today and learn to ask without fear, for as you can hear in today's story, He will deliver!

Be encouraged that going through rejection is something far more common than you realise— especially from loved ones. Let’s see what God has to say about jt.I had the experience of rejection coming from one of my strongest friendships. Something God used to teach me amazing things about love. Colossians has something to say about this!

Be encouraged today that stress is NOT something you need to live under. And here are the keys to how to conquer it and spot the lies of the enemy.Look at Ecclesiastes and find a key secret to what stress means, and the 3 ways in which you can recognise and be free of it today!

Does it make you mad when you see your brother or sister in Christ missing church, talking about the new ice cream flavour more than about God?Have you ever told off or reprimanded friends or family in defence of God, knowing He deserves better? Let's learn what we need to do when we see God mistreated in the church and what truly causes Christians to change!

The enemy yearns to destroy what God gives us continually. So that means we should pray continually also. So be encouraged today that your prayers are never too many! The apostles teach us about the importance of continual intercession. Start your day today with the assurance that God wants to hear your prayers! He cares about your desires and wants you to keep interceding.

Don't pray FOR it, pray INTO it! Learn about the obvious yet overlooked answer to bringing the kingdom of God on earth! Apostle, preacher, author and prayer warrior Ronald Davis teaches the true significance of Prayer, how to yearn for it more, what happens when we pray and the hunger for more. Don't forget we also had Ron's wife, Shayna Rattler on as a guest on this podcast! Listen to her episode now: "Waiting for Marriage? Learn to Wait Well". Buy Ronald's Book Here : "Thy Kingdom Come" by Ronald Davis

Be encouraged today that the Lord has a spouse for you and remind yourself that God is the greatest love story writer and the ultimate matchmaker! the poem: https://www.boldandvirtuous.com/post/lovers-longing

The Psalms declare that all we need is to have the Lord as our Saviour, and that alone, will make us happy! May 2025 be a happy one for you, not just for the blessings and breakthroughs to come, but just because you're a child of God! Paul teaches us the fundamental aspects of salvation, so let's remind ourselves of each one in order that we may enter 2025 with power and complete clarity in who we are and what we should carry!

Is it good for everyone to celebrate Christmas on the same day, even if it's not historically accurate? What does Christmas actually lack when we follow the world, and what does it have regardless of whether we are spiritually aware of it or not?

Distance in the Spirit is something we're all well aware of. Something we experience maybe too many times in our lives. But why does this happen? Is it normal? Should it be normal? How do we fight it and is it possible to avoid these seasons altogether? Dive deep with me into Watchman Nee's book 'The Spiritual Man', as we analyse the truth behind the ebbing of the spiritual tide in our lives according to Nee's revelation. Get the Book HERE

Are you waiting on God? Are you discouraged and feel like God has passed you by or that He has forgotten you? Be encouraged today with the reminder that the promises of the Lord are different to the ones in the flesh, and that He is not a God who is human. Let's tear down those lies and build up the Truth back into your faith! Book Mentioned: "Going Higher with God in Prayer" by A.W. Tozer

Marriage counsellors and authors, Hollykim and Dr Dean Sunseri talk about the powerful story of how they met. She had just come out of a failed marriage, two years sober, and he was in the seminary about to become a celibate priest: two stories adjoining at the most unexpected time to create a Christ-centres marriage. Advice from a counselling and theology certified couple of 33 years about the importance of God in the middle of a realtionship, the supernatural aspect of finding your partner in the most unexpected way, and the secret to a healthy marriage. Connect with Dr Dean & Hollykim Sunseri:Their I Have a Voice websiteTheir Youtube ChannelBuy their book, 'A Roadmap to the Soul'

Who is truly in control when we constantly see the wicked prosper and the righteous fail? Why is it always the good ones getting sick and dying young? Is God the ignorant one? Let's dive deep into Jeremiah 12 today and look into what it is that these questions mean. Could they maybe be more common than we think, and what it actually means when God says He's in control.

The miraculous story of Caitlin experiencing losing her husband and falling into complete grief. All while God had a better plan, a new heart for her and an even better love story. Learn today about the true power of trust, and listen in to relationship's most asked questions from a perspective of true, testimonial power.

What makes us forget that God is good, that He saves, that He's capable, that He's faithful? Be encouraged about: the revelation of normal faith, continuous faith and the choice to believe again. Forgetting God's identity or remembering exactly who He is seems that much harder when we are in times of struggle. But why exactly is that?

Fear is part of the imagination and your aim should be to befriend the experience of fear rather than paralyse in its presence. Life Coach Amilynne Carroll dives deep into her story of how being diagnosed with Level 4 cancer taught her the power of living and the truth about the Truth. Listen in to see how God's guidance brings lessons and blessings, always together: especially when it comes to fear. Get to know Amilynee: https://amilynnecarroll.com

Find out why the enemy may have a foothold over you, the difference between spiritual possession and spiritual oppression, and what makes you 'elect' for ministry. Pastor, author and seminar speaker Mike Manuel joins us from Montana USA to dive deep into spiritual warfare and supernatural power in ministry. He works to warn us of the legal rights the enemy can still have over us and how to cancel it. Find out more about Pastor Mike's ministry on his website: https://www.motaministries.com

Listen in to great in-depth spiritual wisdom concerning leadership in the church, being called to ministry, trusting in the Lord and the meaning of obedience! Dr Sheila Jackson, leader with over 20 years experience, dives deep into the truth of spiritual maturity, how to grow making sure you don't waste time walking into God's calling. She shares her opinion on the 2024 Paris Olympic Games and the secret to remaining steadfast in a world of chaos. Get in contact with Dr Sheila here

Listen to the secret of the soul, spirit and body: what do they each mean exactly and what power are we truly under? And dive into a quick study of Psalm 4 where we learn about being set apart, living in the spirit and remaining at peace even in the most chaotic of times. Take a moment with me today to take a breath and remember where the truth lies. *(Book Mentioned: "The Spiritual Man" by Watchman Nee)

Did you know that a Christian newly introduced in your life may not always be called to be your friend? Let's learn about the difference of finding friendships and serving assignments from Christ! Sometimes you love a person because they're a future permanent friend, other times it's merely because Christ has something to say to them through you.

Waiting for marriage as a woman is hard, but according to our new guest, it's about 'waiting well'. Listen in on how it is when you finally find the one, and receive some great new nuggets of wisdom as a woman of God! Podcaster and founder of Kingdom Trailblazer, Shayna Rattler talks to us about the power of being a woman, the struggles of identity and the ultimate secret to waiting for marriage. Check out her podcast, A God Shift Podcast. Don't forget to take the ministry quiz Shayna mentioned: Discover your Leadership Role in God's Army!

Be encouraged and uplifted today if you are struggling with confusion and lack of answer from God. Let's look at what God may be doing when He seems quiet or denies your desire: and let the Holy Spirit return your joy! A weekly word of encouragement about God's plans and how they do not compare to our own. The mentioned sermon by Timothy Keller: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/timothy-keller-sermons-podcast-by-gospel-in-life/id352660924?i=1000655654158

Allow the Holy Spirit to encourage and uplift you today by remembering God's promises from His Holy Word! Take just 10 minutes today to remind yourself who you are, what it means for your identity, situation and struggle, as well as where it is you are going.

Christian podcaster and entrepreneur Erik Allen shares some phenomenal pieces of wisdom concerning salvation, entrepreneurship and godly relationships. Listen in to the phenomenal story of our guest Erik Allen, how God took him from a broken home to a life of redemption, love and peace! Check out Erik's podcast for more of his wonderful content: https://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewPodcast?id=1542602358

Part 2 of me getting close up and personal in this Q&A where you can find out more about me (besides being a child of God!)  Dive deep with me with questions on topics like singleness, career, passion and true first love!  Don't forget to listen to Part 1 as well! Check out my art Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/bevirtuous_gallery/⁠⁠ You can buy my art on my Etsy Shop: ⁠⁠https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/BeVirtuousGallery?ref=profile_header⁠⁠

Let's get close up and personal in this Q&A where you can find out more about me (besides being a child of God!) Dive deep with me on topics like singleness, career, creativity and true friendship! Don't forget to watch out for Part 2! Check out my art Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/bevirtuous_gallery/⁠ You can buy my art on my Etsy Shop: ⁠https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/BeVirtuousGallery?ref=profile_header⁠

Explore the power of remembering Jesus' sacrifice daily and what that means for your spiritual life. Easter is a great time of remembrance and worship but let's take a moment today to study exactly why certain things need to be in our focal vision on a day to day basis. My Art Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bevirtuous_gallery/ My Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/uk/people/5raykjyhl6xeqvl2?ref=hdr_user_menu-profile

Be encouraged and understand what our relationship with God should actually be in order to honour Him and call ourselves true children of God. And all the ways we can be ignorant of it. The 7 churches in Revelation have a mighty message not just about how the church may be in general, but who we need to be individually. So let's study what God may actually be saying.

I met the man I believed was my husband. But if he was the one, then why are we now broken up? Let's dive in deep into the error we make when we believe someone is 'the one' for our future marriage. What does it mean to find the one? What does it mean to listen to signs and have them manifest? Do they mean the man is the one? How can we tell otherwise? WATCH OUT: This episode is also recorded on my YouTube Channel! You can watch it here: https://youtu.be/4NYyBw4mHvc?si=rICWOJw1Ia591Oa3

Get creative with me as we look at some of life's most harsh but wise realities and lessons (love-life, spiritual, physical) I've been learning this year.  Have a listen to an extract of my book and let's compare and study deeper what it means to make decisions out of free will, what is God's will, and ask yourself today: am I missing something? READ MY BLOG: ⁠https://www.boldandvirtuous.com/⁠ BUY MY ART: ⁠https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/BeVirtuousGallery?ref=profile_header⁠

Address what being sad and going through sorrow means: let's face the hard truth that will not only heal you but get you through it. So take a moment today to go through your own sadness, emotions or moments of feeling down in order that you may deeper understand what it is that God was thinking when He allowed that in your life. Study the power of sadness with me today and let's draw closer to God by accepting its process. - Don't forget to CHECK OUT MY ETSY SHOP: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/BeVirtuousGallery?ref=profile_header

A talk of the process from singleness to dating, to marriage. How can we prepare and what are some things VITAL to remember when a relationship goes from dating to husband & wife? In 'Mere Christianity', C.S. Lewis explains what marriage and relationships fundamentally are: so let's study what our expectations should be at the world's 'living happily ever after' regime. - Also don't forget to check out my mentioned ETSY SHOP and find all forms of line art prints, valentines day gifts and original canvas paintings here: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/BeVirtuousGallery?ref=profile_header

Trusting in the Lord when waiting for His promises is one thing, but when He does fulfil them, do we still trust He will also get us through that promise? Happy New Year! Let's dive into what will bless 2024 and how we can enter it fully immersed in the Word of God, wrapped up in Truth and Peace, and never allowing our own thoughts, doubts or personal hypotheses to withhold us from stepping forward into God's ultimate plan. Be encouraged and lifted today as to why trust is so important!

The One who created us is also the One who keeps us. Let us study Psalm 121 to learn what that means, and dive deeply into who God is as our Creator. What does He promise for us and what sort of assurance do we hold exactly in His Word? Let's get to know and draw closer to our Keeper! Be enouraged today through the beautiful writings of the Psalms!

Judgement is a very big topic and one that tends to have many misconceptions. Therefore let's dive into a Bible study dealing with what judgement is and what exactly makes it biblical and non-biblical. And let's consider how exactly does humility play a role in all of this. How do we rightly apply it to our lives? Join me as we look into 2 Corinthians and learn from Paul about loving our enemies, escaping judgement and being proud in our weaknesses.

This is a mighty question I get asked over and over again and today I want to dive into the necessity of Jesus, all in the attempt to clarify the choice we as Christians make daily to not just believe but choose God and a godly lifestyle instead of a worldly one. Let's look at 6 things that God is and does for us daily and how that inevitably draws us into a deeper relationship with Jesus. Also why it's a constant motivation to keep choosing Him again and again. Basically, let's talk about the significance of JESUS!

Study the 3 most fundamental aspects of being a Christian with me. Are you aware of exactly what it is to be a Christian day to day and what it means for your life, future and desires? What should we technically expect, and what is it that we're perhaps undermining or not daring to accept? Study deeper by listening to what inspired this episode: Paul Washer's sermon excerpt.

When do you truly know you are ready for marriage? Dive into 6 important ways that you can check yourself-- or even a current potential relationship-- to see if marriage is in the cards for you right now. A great overall depiction of what it means to go into marriage as a woman, if you are truly ready, and how to better discern what God may be trying to do in the waiting season. All points mentioned originally belong to Romanian preacher, Dani Drumea. Check out one of his sermons here: Message about Finding Your Calling (in Romanian)

Join me as I welcome the lovely children's ministry leader, Tilly Antunes to today's podcast! The message of true worth, identity in Christ, body-image, comparison, victory, defeat, eating disorders all partake in her powerful testimony! So let's dive in! Don't forget to ask any questions below or on my Instagram (@miss_denisah). You can also follow or reach out to Tilly here: @tilly.sousaantunes).

Waiting for a breakthrough, rejoicing when it comes, trusting when it doesn't, and worshipping even in defeat can all be a battle in itself. What does receiving breakthrough actually mean and how do we, as children of God know it's coming? Let's take a look at victories and battles in the spirit today, as I share with you in the midst of a breakthrough myself. Amunition for Every Spiritual Battle (Mentioned Episode): Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0i07PTxV9iQie98706ZU7E?si=ec41d3bfca7a43a6 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/bold-and-virtuous/id1677359529?i=1000613651891

Understanding the importance of letting go: how do we let go in terms of circumstances, emotions and people? And why is it so vital? God is not someone who wants us to live burdened with the yokes of the past and unable to move on: therefore let's dive deeper into what the basis is for the true act of letting go, its relevance to our walk with Christ and its importance in our spiritual and physical health.