In this episode, Noxiie explores the theme of fear, discussing its crippling effects on our lives and spirituality. Drawing from Psalms, she emphasises the importance of seeking God in times of fear and how faith can illuminate our darkest valleys. The conversation encourages listeners to confront their fears, trust in God's protection, and embrace their inner light to overcome challenges.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Fear and Its Impact

03:06 Understanding Fear Through Psalms

08:42 Seeking God in Times of Fear

12:59 Overcoming Fear and Embracing Light

16:44 Conclusion and Affirmation

In this episode, Noxiie delves into the complex emotion of anger, exploring its implications within a spiritual context. She discusses how anger can lead to actions that are out of character and emphasizes the importance of being slow to anger, as advised in biblical teachings. The conversation highlights the dangers of allowing anger to control one's actions and the necessity of seeking peace and understanding through communication. Vuma encourages listeners to close the door on anger to prevent it from giving the devil an opportunity to influence their lives.

Chapters

00:00 Understanding Anger: A Strong Emotion

04:14 The Dangers of Acting Out of Anger

09:36 The Consequences of Anger

14:41 Closing the Door on Anger

In this episode, Noxiie explores the concept of anxiety from a spiritual perspective, defining it as a lack of trust in God. She discusses how anxiety affects our relationship with God and our daily lives, emphasizing the importance of casting our anxieties onto Him. The conversation delves into the psychological aspects of anxiety, particularly the cycle of 'what ifs' that can lead to physical and emotional distress. She encourages listeners to identify areas in their lives where they struggle to trust God and to actively cast those anxieties onto Him.

Chapters

00:00 Understanding Anxiety: A Spiritual Perspective

03:15 The Command to Cast Our Anxieties

09:32 Defining Anxiety: A Psychological Insight

12:40 Anxiety in Our Spiritual Lives

12:49 Understanding Anxiety as a Lack of Trust

17:17 The Journey of Faith and Letting Go of Control

In this episode, we explore the deep and often painful emotion of sadness from a spiritual perspective. Together, we reflect on how God is close to the brokenhearted and how following Christ, though sometimes accompanied by suffering, leads to true fulfillment. We discuss the power of emotional vulnerability in strengthening our relationship with God and how sowing tears today can lead to joy in the future. Through biblical wisdom and personal stories, we find reassurance that our tears are not in vain—Jesus Himself wept, showing that sadness is part of our shared humanity. Holding on through sorrow is essential for healing, and God promises to bring restoration in His perfect time.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Sadness

02:44 Understanding Sadness from a Spiritual Perspective

05:22 The Comfort of God's Presence in Sadness

10:34 The Duality of Sadness and Joy

15:17 The Power of Tears and Emotional Expression

18:15 Conclusion and Encouragement for the Journey

In this episode of Garbage in Garbage Out, Noxiie introduces Season 2, focusing on emotions, particularly joy, and their significance in spiritual journeys. She emphasises the importance of vulnerability and the need to confront emotions, especially concerning faith. The discussion explores the definition of joy, its fleeting nature, and how it can be controlled. Vuma highlights the biblical perspective on joy during trials, encouraging listeners to find happiness amidst struggles and to recognise joy as a fruit of the Spirit. The episode concludes with a call to embrace joy in challenging times and to understand the growth that comes from enduring trials.

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction to Season 2: A Journey of Emotions

02:22 Understanding Joy: The First Emotion

04:39 The Nature of Joy: A Spiritual Perspective

08:48 Trials and Joy: Finding Happiness in Struggles

16:01 The Power of Joy: Endurance Through Trials

In this special closing episode of Garbage In, Garbage Out, we reflect on the powerful journey we’ve taken through Proverbs 1 to 6 in Season 1. This season was all about drawing nearer to God by embracing His wisdom and allowing it to guide our lives. From tackling discipline and integrity to resisting temptation and living with purpose, we’ve built a strong foundation rooted in God’s truth.

Join me as we revisit key lessons, express gratitude for your incredible support, and look forward to Season 2, where we’ll dive even deeper into unlearning the world’s lies and growing in our walk with God. Let’s celebrate how far we’ve come and prepare our hearts for the next chapter of this transformational journey.

This is the podcast that filters out the garbage and fills us with God’s truth—thank you for being part of it. See you in Season 2!

In Episode 10 of Garbage In, Garbage Out, we explore Proverbs 6:30-31, where the Bible makes it clear that even when stealing is done out of desperation, the act is still wrong, and the debt will have to be repaid. As we examine these verses, we’ll address how society often justifies theft if it's done for what seems like a “good reason,” such as stealing food for a hungry family or necessities like sanitary products. While these acts reveal deeper social and economic issues, we’ll reflect on what God says about stealing and the spiritual consequences that follow. Let’s unpack why even in dire situations, turning to theft is not God’s way and how we can lean on faith and justice instead.

In Episode 9 of Garbage In, Garbage Out, we focus on Proverbs 6:25, where lust is described as a dangerous temptation. This episode will dive deep into the nature of lust and its consequences, drawing a sharp contrast between the world’s promotion of instant gratification and God’s call for self-control—a fruit of the Spirit. We’ll also explore how Proverbs characterizes sin as an alluring woman and discuss how this metaphor extends to various forms of temptation in our lives. Join us as we unpack what it means to live a life of purity and discipline in a world that glorifies lust.

In Episode 8 of Garbage In, Garbage Out, we explore Proverbs 6:20-22, which reminds us to keep God’s commandments as a guiding light for our lives. Not only are we called to follow God’s Word, but also the wisdom and teachings passed down from our parents. But as parents, what values are we instilling in our children? We’ll also dive into the viral video of North West sharing her favorite moment of teaching her siblings how to pray and examine how these commandments from God help guide our daily lives. Finally, we’ll connect this to the 10 Commandments and the greatest commandments that Jesus gave us, showing how these timeless principles shape our journey.

In Episode 7 of Garbage In, Garbage Out, we dive deep into Proverbs 6:16-19: ‘There are six things the Lord hates, seven that are detestable to Him: haughty eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, a heart that devises wicked schemes, feet that are quick to rush into evil, a false witness who pours out lies, and a person who stirs up conflict in the community.’

In this episode, we’ll discuss how the world has normalized these sins—except perhaps murder—and turned them into acceptable or even celebrated behaviors. We’ll contrast God’s standards with what the world deems “normal” and discuss how we as Christians can live by Kingdom principles in a world that increasingly rejects them.