Interview Summary with Biblical References (where applicable)
1. First off, tell us about Quality Time—what inspired the name?
Adebola shared that Quality Time was inspired during her early years of walking with God. The name was birthed out of her personal devotion and quiet time with the Lord. Though people often assume it comes from the "love language," the true root of the name is spiritual. It first began as a blog on WordPress before transitioning to Substack.
2. Testimonies and stories of encounters with God are the lifeblood of encouragement and evangelism. Starting with your conversion story, could you share three moments that marked you? One for your conversion, one where you experienced God’s love in a tangible way, and one that highlights the value of fellowship.
* Conversion: Her journey began in 2019 during a pre-JAMB prayer event. Despite having grown up going to church (not in a Christian home), she responded to an altar call for the first time and felt a deep sense of conviction—not of condemnation, but of God's love.
* Experience of God’s Love: In 2020, Romans 5:8 became a foundational verse—"While we were yet sinners, Christ died for us." It wrecked her deeply and shaped her new understanding of grace.
* Fellowship: In the pandemic year of 2020, she was divinely connected with a vibrant Christian community. This gave her the encouragement and accountability she needed to grow, showing her that she wasn’t alone in her zeal as a young believer.
3. I noticed in your first post; you wrote about differences and similarities among people and how we can embrace them. Then in posts from December 2024 onward, you focused on love, lovebirds, and attraction. What was going on during that time? Was there a love train that hit you, or did Cupid come visiting?
She laughed at the question, clarifying that she loves love—but no, Cupid didn’t visit. Her fascination with love and romance stems from her upbringing, where she witnessed good marriages (her parents, relatives) and also from a natural joy in storytelling. Her most-read Substack pieces are often those about love, relationships, and even sexual purity, reflecting how people resonate with these themes.
4. Substack, Substack, Substack! What’s the biggest lesson you’ve learned since joining this platform? How has it shaped you as a writer and a person? And what are three things you look for when deciding to subscribe to or follow someone else on here?
Biggest lesson: Writing publicly forces clarity and consistency. It also encourages vulnerability and stewardship.
How it shaped her: She’s grown in confidence and clarity, learning to share her faith and stories more boldly.
Three things she looks for when subscribing to others: (1) Intellectually stimulating, (2) Gospel-centeredness, and (3) Humor.
5. Marriage is sweet with the bed undefiled. Can you share words of encouragement to those struggling with lust, cohabiting, or who feel broken sexually? How should a believer approach this?
Adebola approached this question with humility, clarifying that she does not speak from perfection but under the authority of God’s Word.
She referenced a devotional that said, “we are all sexually broken in one way or another”, and agreed—whether through direct experience, exposure to content, or early influences.
She opened up about her own struggles with lust, erotic books, and self-stimulation, confessing that her journey began with romantic content that corrupted her understanding of love and sexuality.
Key Scriptures: Titus 2:11–12 – The grace of God teaches us to say “no” to ungodliness. Jude 1:24 – God alone can keep us from falling. She emphasized that grace is not a license to sin, but empowerment to live above sin.
Encouragement: If you’ve fallen, you can rise again. Keep walking. Submit to Christ’s leadership and renew your mind.She closed with a prayer for anyone struggling, asking God to reveal Himself as their satisfaction, not just their Savior.
6. Lastly, do you have any future plans for your platform or writing ministry that we can look forward to? And are there any other spaces—besides Substack—where people can connect with you?
Adebola revealed she’s prayerfully working on publishing her debut novel, having several drafts but still seeking God’s direction on which story to release first.
You can connect with Adebola on:
Instagram: debola_akd
X (Twitter): debola_akindele
Substack: Quality Time
She ends the conversation with joy and gratitude — thanking every listener and promising (hopefully) to be back soon.
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