Couch Conversations by Hummingbird Journeys

Are you really ready for marriage? 

Relationship experts say that all problems in relationships, marriages included, stem from unmet expectations. Sadly, even within our Christian circles, such expectations are often unrealistic or have origins outside of the Word of God.

The question, "are you really ready for marriage?" is treated lightly by some. But, others know all too well the heartache, disappointment, and regret that results when readiness for marriage is not properly addressed before making a commitment.

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This faith couple, the Bumhiras, opened their hearts in a transparent conversation, to be a blessing to those who may be considering marriage or the "idea of marriage". 

ps. this series on relationships has been added to our agenda based on the opportunity we have had to see the experiences of women who have been hurt by broken relationships.

Single, Saved, Satisfied?

Most times we focus on how the single woman is preparing herself for marriage, giving little focus, if any, to what her male counterpart is doing to prepare. How deep are we really willing to go when speaking about singleness in Christian circles? Can we be honest about what our hearts desire, the unspoken urges, and the internal and external pressure that comes with desiring a life partner? 

Our guest this week, Deji Fatiregun, candidly shares about the experience of navigating singleness as a Christian man. He also gives us insight into the male value system and approach to relationships that are not often disclosed. 

Deji is a single Christian man who is intentional about pursuing God's heart and about fulfilling his Kingdom mandate and making an impact wherever he is present.

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Managing Life's Transitions

Change happens, it's inevitable. Whether we like it or not, whether we've planned for it or not, at some point we are required to face the uncertainty of what it means to move from one state of reality to another.

What better reference is there to draw upon than the current season in which we live where every aspect of life, every sector of society, in every part of the globe has been thrusted into unprecedented experiences; forcing us to deal with the dynamics of change.

Our guest, Mrs. Jiselle Alleyne-Clement, joins host Kareem Lee for this week's conversation, to help us understand the dynamics of change, from a Kingdom perspective, and how to manage life's transitions when they come upon us.

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About Our Guest

Jiselle Alleyne-Clement is a professional of many hats. She is an Academic Librarian, Educator and Researcher. She received her MLIS in Library Science from Dalhousie University, Canada. She also holds an MA in Leadership Studies from the University of Guelph, Canada and is currently reading for her PhD in Gender Studies at the University of the West Indies with focus on Female Leadership Development in Caribbean Organisations.

Jiselle is the lead Empowerment Speaker, Vision Coach and Mentor at her consultancy, Pearls of Great Price.

You may connect with Jiselle on Facebook or via Email

Pearls of Great Price Empowerment Services, through its empowerment sessions undertakes to empower, educate and enlighten women. Teaching women to celebrate who they are and live the more abundant life.

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About Our Guest

Oghenovo (Tsola) Uwhuba is a Beloved Daughter of Yahweh God and an avid believer in, and follower of, His Son Yeshua HaMashiach (Jesus Christ). She is a prolific writer of Christian content, authoring over 300 articles that expose God’s Father Heart of Stupendous Love for all and passionately urges others to receive, bask in, be directed by and radiate God’s Love from the place of an intimate relationship with God.

Crystal Daye joins our host, Kareem Lee, for this week's conversation. Together, they examine the concept of God-given identity vs. identity derived from other sources.

Highlighting how past experiences and wrong teachings can cause women to hold on to an identity that is contrary to what God intended, the conversation touches on the need to break free from past experiences. Emphasising that it is possible to overcome limiting beliefs and mindsets, to confidently fulfil God's purpose.

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About Crystal Daye

Known to captivate and connect with people as a relevant, transparent, and transformational speaker, Crystal Daye propels her audience to action by challenging them to never settle for less than God’s best.  Crystal Daye is an Award-Winning Best-Selling Author of 6 books, International Certified Christian Life Coach, Corporate Trainer, Publisher and sought-after Inspirational Speaker.  As a woman of faith, she believes in servant leadership and she unselfishly uses the platforms God has given her to positively influence and impact lives globally.  

Crystal is a Book Coach and COO of DayeLight Publishers, a Faith-Based Publishing and Consultancy Company that helps aspiring authors to write, brand, publish and market the books God has placed on their heart.  As a Brand Strategist, she helps women of faith to use their experiences to launch an Empowerment-Based business so they can maximize their message and increase their income and impact.

You may connect with Crystal Daye and her ministry via:

Social handles/links: @CrystalSDaye

Website: www.crystaldaye.com

Are you trying to become the perfect woman?

Is there an image in your mind of what the perfect woman should be?

The quest for perfection is a burden and a form of bondage for many women. But, true perfection is as God defines, not as we might have been conditioned to perceive perfection to be.

During this week's conversation we candidly discuss issues of jealousy, imposter syndrome, insecurity, comparative positioning, and limiting mindsets which many women struggle with.

Our guest, Mrs. Cynthia Kike Ajeigbe, a certified coach, provides practical guidance on moving beyond the barriers of circumstance, culture, past experiences, and the labels of others, to recognize our worth in Christ and become the women He has called us to be. As she shares, she urges us to value ourselves as God values us and to rise with confidence into all that He has purposed.

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About Our Guest

Cynthia Kike Ajeigbe considers herself to be a purpose driven strategic leader with a track record of enhancing the delivery of business outcomes through people. She is a woman who is blessed to be a blessing, and is pressing unto the mark of the high calling by the grace of God. This is a woman who knows, without a shadow of doubt, that her help and her strength come from the Lord.

As a coach, Cynthia Kike Ajeigbe is certified by the International Coaching Federation. You can view her full profile and access her contact details here.

True Worship Unlocks Heaven

True worship has little to do with outward demonstrations and everything to do with the posture of a person's heart. 

It goes far beyond the songs that we sing when we gather corporately. True worship is a lifestyle which is shaped by our personal commune with God. 

When a woman understands this, and understands that she was created for the purpose of bringing God pleasure, then everything that she does flows out of a heart a worship. 

Our guest this week, Mrs. Ogochukwu Bishop Felix, shares intimately about her life as a worshipper. She also challenges us to recognise that God expects us all (even those of us who can't sing) to be worshippers who worship Him in spirit and in truth. 

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How is your prayer life?

The place of prayer is a place of power. In the place of prayer, destinies are shaped, battles are won, visions are birthed, lives are transformed.

In the place of prayer, in those intimate moments with God, we are refreshed, strengthened, and rejuvenated. In the place of prayer, we see our lives from God’s perspective and discover what is important. Here, God illuminates our minds as He reveals truth to us. Here we understand Who it is we belong to and believe in; we hear His heart and are drawn into His will. It is in the place of prayer that God reveals secret things to us and equips us to live as women who are truly victorious.

Our guest this week, Pastor Dr. Esther Rex Fubara Manuel, shows up in true form to teach about the discipline of prayer. You will be sure to be blessed and stirred up as you listen.

Because of the depth of the teaching on this episode, we have prepared a summary to specifically address some of the questions many women have been asking about prayer: http://bit.ly/HBJVWPray

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About Our Guest

In Pastor Dr. Esther Rex's words:

" I am Pastor Dr Esther Rex Fubara-manuel,

A privileged CHILD of God,

A student of the Holy Ghost, WIFE of the general overseer of Revelation ministries, A blessed MOTHER of three ministers of the gospel,

Mission Director of Children of Promise Christian schools and Prayer Palace & Family Resort.

The Lord has helped me write a few books and Bible games.

I am still a student of the Bible and candidate of heaven."

You may connect with Pastor Dr. Esther Rex on FB and  IG: @esther.rex 

Are you authentic? are you living an authentic life?

Our guest this week, Mrs. Tasha Glover, asked us some tough questions when she sat with us for a couch conversation. We spoke about identity and authenticity and how to live a life that remains true to both of these.

Tasha highlighted that we need to have a revelation of Who God is, for us to truly know who we are! Quite importantly, this woman of faith reminded us that our purpose in life is to please God by staying tuned in to what He is saying and walking in alignment with His greater plan. We are not made to fit into other people's molds!

This episode challenges us to ask and answer some tough questions. Discovering the answers is truly liberating though!

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About Our Guest

In Tasha's words:

"I'm a wife of 11 years and a homeschooling Mom of 3 kiddos. I simply operate in whatever authority my Father releases to me. It looks different in each season of my life. In this season, I am CEO of Tech with Tasha a branding and digital marketing agency where I get to lead a team of spirit-led creatives and introduce the world to the results of branding and marketing with Grace and Excellence. I am Kingdom Driven Entrepreneur Certified and facilitate experiences that lead to encounters with Holy Spirit through training, mentoring, and strategy as a Wisdom in Business Strategist.

I support the entrepreneur who feels a faith tug into something so big it takes the wisdom of God and Kingdom collaboration to get it done. God has given me wisdom to partner in helping point His people to His heart and to remind them of the access they have to His wisdom."

Follow Tasha on IG and Facebook: @TechwithTasha

Suddenly, God changed my story - from barren to a mother of two

What do you do when the doctors have said that it is medically impossible? When friends and family have given up hope, where do you turn? When men and women of God begin to suggest that your situation is dead and it's time to let it go, where do you find the encouragement to go on?

Pastor Mrs. Valerie Charles Chike Nezianya joins us this week to share her own experience of being childless for almost 8 years after marriage. She recounts enduring the shame of being called barren and the physical pain for which doctors could not identify the cause. Until, suddenly, God changed her story.

Psalm 113:9 says "He gives the childless woman a family, making her a happy mother. Praise the LORD!"

Our prayer is that your faith will be stirred as you listen, and that you will be encouraged to trust the God who is able to make the impossible, possible.

About Our Guest:

Pastor Valerie is an ordained minister of the gospel. She has an evangelistic calling over her life and a burden for raising godly women, marriages and children. She is a certified accountant, by profession, and a published author. She is also the visionary  of the Chosen To Give Life Ministries, an inter-denominational ministry dedicated to stirring the hearts of women back to the Lord.  

Pastor Valerie is the wife of Pastor Charles Chike Nezianya. Together, they pastor The Cornerstone African House of Praise in Singapore. Their marriage is blessed with their double-portion children, Zachary and Juanita, who actively support them in ministry.

Pastor Valerie has a special burden to stand with and support women who are waiting on the fruit of the womb. To avail such support, you may connect with her via [email protected]

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