Chiamaka And Everything In-Between

Zacchaeus was a man of high status, yet he didn't care about looking ridiculous climbing a tree just to catch a glimpse of Jesus. Imagine seeing Dangote climb a tree today! On Episode 18, I'm diving into Luke 19 and sharing my heart's deepest prayer: that familiarity will never steal my wonder, and that "see finish" will never enter my relationship with Jesus.

Today’s episode is a raw diary entry from my heart. Ten years ago, someone mocked the fact that I was studying Education. To be honest, I used to see teaching the same way many people in Nigeria do—undesirable and poorly paid. But my journey has completely changed my perspective. Through the pain of a broken system and the joy of transformation, the Holy Spirit showed me that teaching is a ministry.

Welcome to the halfway mark! Today, I’m pulling back the curtain and being completely honest with you. The initial plan was to drop an episode every single day in May, but to be real—my job drains me physically and mentally, and that schedule just isn't working for me right now.Consistency is a whole other level of discipline, and I'm learning to give myself grace. I might not know if we'll hit exactly 30 episodes by the 30th of May, but I am so grateful for the journey so far. Will you stay with me until the end?

"How do people actually pick their friends?" On my 30 days journey to becoming 30, a conversation about friendship drama got me thinking about the standard we set for our circles. Someone might tell you it's not that deep, but my dear, it is. From the power of discernment to why we must pray about the people we let close to us. Let's talk about the friend tag and why friends in sheep's clothing are all too real.

Have you ever looked at a business idea or a project and thought, "Why bother? Someone else is already doing it." I felt the exact same way before starting this podcast. On Episode 13, I’m talking about overcoming that discouragement. The truth is, the sky is big enough for all of us, and no one can do that assignment the way God designed you to do it.

"In all the world, there is no one like you." Today, I’m reading a beautiful excerpt from Pst. Faith Oyedepo that reminds us why we don't need to copy anyone else. Out of billions of people, you are the only one qualified for the job God has for you. On Day 12 of my journey to 30, let's celebrate being rare and valuable.

On Day 11 of my journey to 30, I'm sharing a story from my classroom. Meet Destiny—a 10year old boy who taught me a massive lesson about staying true to yourself even when people try to make you feel small. If you've ever been compared to others or scolded into a shell, this episode is a prayer for you to find your true self again.

We are 10 days into the journey! Today, I’m stepping away from my own story to share a message that’s been heavy on my heart from Mark 5.When life gets 'noisy' and people tell you it’s too late, who do you listen to? And more importantly, who are you carrying along with you? Sometimes, to see a miracle, you have to leave the crowd behind and only take your 'specific' people.

Does putting God first mean you suddenly have it all figured out? Not exactly. On Day 9 of my journey to 30, I’m getting honest about my growth.I’ve realized we don’t come to Jesus just to 'fix' our lives—we come because He is better than life itself. If you've been praying the same prayer for years and feeling stuck, this episode is a gentle nudge to try something deeper.

Have you ever worn worry like your favorite cloth? After University and NYSC, that was my reality. I was asking "What will become of my life?" every single day.On Day 8 of my journey to 30, I’m getting practical about Matthew 6. It wasn't easy to stop being anxious, but I've learned that God's word is real when you take it with childlike faith.

I wish there was a bigger word than 'love' to describe how God feels about us. In today’s episode, we wrap up our 'Know Your Host' Q&A by talking about feeling lost, feeling tired, and remembering the gravity of being loved by God. Plus, I’m sharing how I find my way back to Him when I feel distant.

Ever traveled long distance by road in Nigeria? The drama is real, and so is the journey of growth. In Part 1 of "Know Your Host," I'm talking about what this podcast means to me and the reality of my walk with God.

If you’re looking for a sign to start that thing you’ve always wanted to do, this is it.After trying (and failing) to start a podcast in 2022 and 2023, I’m finally here; recording Day 5 of my journey to 30. Sometimes things don’t happen when we plan them, but that doesn’t mean they won’t happen. It may tarry, but it will surely come to pass.

Is your testimony dependent on how good God is when things seems to be moving beautifully? And when life is lifing, do we change the narrative?

Using a simple story about Ada and her favorite jollof rice, I’m exploring the difference between practicing religion and actually knowing God. We are diving into Psalm 34:8 to discover how to move past church activities and find a personal, intimate relationship with Jesus for yourself.

In this episode, I share the "personal and never before spoken" parts of my journey.From repeating a class to finding my way through difficult memories and seasons of waiting, I’m talking about why gratitude is a necessity, even in the middle of trauma and loss.

It’s finally happening! Welcome to the very first episode of Chiamaka and Everything In-Between.I’m officially 30 days away from my 'Golden Birthday' on May 30th, and I’ve decided to take you along for the ride. In this kickoff episode, I’m handing in my resignation to the '20s WhatsApp Group' and setting the stage for the next 29 days of stories, lessons, and diverse experiences.How does it feel to be 30? I’m asking for a friend... (The friend is me).Join me every day this month as we count down to the big 3-0!