<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:psc="http://podlove.org/simple-chapters" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Eternal Words]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Dive deep into the Word with us! Join us for conversations on Christian living, exploring the Bible verse by verse, and discovering how God's message can transform your everyday life.</p>]]></description><link>https://riverside.com</link><generator>Riverside.fm (https://riverside.com)</generator><lastBuildDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2026 18:22:40 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://api.riverside.com/hosting/D1bkWHce.rss" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><author><![CDATA[Sileola Akinola]]></author><pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 14:40:08 GMT</pubDate><copyright><![CDATA[2026 Sileola Akinola]]></copyright><language><![CDATA[en]]></language><ttl>60</ttl><category><![CDATA[Christianity]]></category><itunes:author>Sileola Akinola</itunes:author><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Dive deep into the Word with us! Join us for conversations on Christian living, exploring the Bible verse by verse, and discovering how God&apos;s message can transform your everyday life.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Sileola Akinola</itunes:name><itunes:email>rich2sile@gmail.com</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:category text="Religion &amp; Spirituality"><itunes:category text="Christianity"/></itunes:category><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/4fee6488-1474-47d8-97a5-8bf87f09c6c2/logos/d9e4ce56-4dfa-4201-976b-31a73ec28484.jpeg"/><item><title><![CDATA[Why Can't I Control Myself?]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p><b><strong>Why Can't I Control Myself? | Self-Control and the Holy Spirit | Eternal Words</strong></b></p><p>Why do we sometimes struggle to control ourselves, even when we know what is right? Why do we keep repeating things we promised ourselves we would never do again?</p><p>The Bible tells us in Galatians 5:22–23 that self-control is a fruit of the Spirit. But what does that really mean for our everyday lives?</p><p>In this episode of <b><strong>Eternal Words</strong></b>, we reflect on the battle between the flesh and the Spirit, why knowing what is right doesn't always mean doing what is right, and why true spiritual self-control requires more than willpower.</p><p>From controlling our temper and our words to resisting temptation and overcoming unhealthy habits, we explore how the Holy Spirit helps us live a life that pleases God.</p><p><b><strong>The question is not just whether we have self-control, but whether we are allowing the Holy Spirit to guide our decisions.</strong></b></p><p>Because walking in the Spirit is not a one-time decision. It's a daily journey of surrender, obedience, and depending on God's strength.</p><p><b><strong>Bible references:</strong></b> Galatians 5:17, 22–25 | Romans 7:19 | Romans 8:13 | 1 Corinthians 9:27</p><p>Join us for this honest, practical, and reflective conversation about faith, discipline, and the power of the Holy Spirit.</p><p><b><strong>Eternal Words — Applying God's Word to Everyday Life.</strong></b></p><p>#EternalWords #SelfControl #HolySpirit #FruitOfTheSpirit #ChristianPodcast #BibleTeaching #ChristianLiving #SpiritualGrowth #WalkingInTheSpirit #Galatians5 #FaithInGod #OvercomingTemptation #BiblicalWisdom #ChristianMotivation #PowerOfTheHolySpirit</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">603ddcec-3e09-4b46-81ab-8a6e18c24295</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sileola Akinola]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/6de7f0fbbdeb86a3506935fd7b2ded99efa337704b06068ca379f12400ac1099/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI2MDNkZGNlYy0zZTA5LTRiNDYtODFhYi04YTZlMThjMjQyOTUiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI0ZmVlNjQ4OC0xNDc0LTQ3ZDgtOTdhNS04YmY4N2YwOWM2YzIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2YTE4NDM5YmYxOGJlY2YwN2ZiYmU3ODgiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmFjYzJhMDI5YzA0NzY3MTExMDU2Y2YxL2xlcnJ5LWFraW5vbGFzLXN0dWRpby0yMDI2LTEwLTEyX18wLTUzLTE4Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="19104749" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/4fee6488-1474-47d8-97a5-8bf87f09c6c2/episodes/603ddcec-3e09-4b46-81ab-8a6e18c24295/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Why Can&apos;t I Control Myself? | Self-Control and the Holy Spirit | Eternal Words&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Why do we sometimes struggle to control ourselves, even when we know what is right? Why do we keep repeating things we promised ourselves we would never do again?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Bible tells us in Galatians 5:22–23 that self-control is a fruit of the Spirit. But what does that really mean for our everyday lives?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode of &lt;b&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Eternal Words&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/b&gt;, we reflect on the battle between the flesh and the Spirit, why knowing what is right doesn&apos;t always mean doing what is right, and why true spiritual self-control requires more than willpower.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;From controlling our temper and our words to resisting temptation and overcoming unhealthy habits, we explore how the Holy Spirit helps us live a life that pleases God.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;strong&gt;The question is not just whether we have self-control, but whether we are allowing the Holy Spirit to guide our decisions.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Because walking in the Spirit is not a one-time decision. It&apos;s a daily journey of surrender, obedience, and depending on God&apos;s strength.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Bible references:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/b&gt; Galatians 5:17, 22–25 | Romans 7:19 | Romans 8:13 | 1 Corinthians 9:27&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Join us for this honest, practical, and reflective conversation about faith, discipline, and the power of the Holy Spirit.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Eternal Words — Applying God&apos;s Word to Everyday Life.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#EternalWords #SelfControl #HolySpirit #FruitOfTheSpirit #ChristianPodcast #BibleTeaching #ChristianLiving #SpiritualGrowth #WalkingInTheSpirit #Galatians5 #FaithInGod #OvercomingTemptation #BiblicalWisdom #ChristianMotivation #PowerOfTheHolySpirit&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:13:16</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/4fee6488-1474-47d8-97a5-8bf87f09c6c2/logos/d9e4ce56-4dfa-4201-976b-31a73ec28484.jpeg"/><itunes:title>Why Can&apos;t I Control Myself?</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Speak to Your Soul]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p><b><strong>Speak to Your Soul | Psalm 103:1</strong></b></p><p>Sometimes you have to speak to your own soul.</p><p>Psalm 103 begins with David saying, “Bless the Lord, O my soul: and all that is within me, bless his holy name.”</p><p>There are moments when we feel discouraged, tired, worried, or overwhelmed. The challenges may be real, but we do not have to allow our feelings to make us forget who God is and what He has already done.</p><p>In this short Eternal Words reflection, we look at why David spoke to his own soul, why remembering God’s benefits matters, and how we can encourage ourselves to trust and praise God even in difficult moments.</p><p>Whatever you are facing today, remind your soul: <b><strong>Bless the Lord.</strong></b></p><p>#SpeakToYourSoul #Psalm103 #BlessTheLord #ChristianEncouragement #ChristianPodcast #BibleTeaching #FaithInGod #TrustGod #ChristianMotivation #WordOfGod #BibleReflection #EternalWords #JesusChrist #ChristianFaith</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">2941072e-0746-49ae-bffc-11b033fdb304</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sileola Akinola]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/b47f295db374dc36da71413904db57f096a246c8fe1b83145b1536f584192b26/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIyOTQxMDcyZS0wNzQ2LTQ5YWUtYmZmYy0xMWIwMzNmZGIzMDQiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI0ZmVlNjQ4OC0xNDc0LTQ3ZDgtOTdhNS04YmY4N2YwOWM2YzIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2YTE4NDM5YmYxOGJlY2YwN2ZiYmU3ODgiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmFjMmZjNTRkNGYxNzdlMTY4NDBmYWEzL2xlcnJ5LWFraW5vbGFzLXN0dWRpby0yMDI2LTEwLTVfXzEtMzgtNTkubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="11227890" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/4fee6488-1474-47d8-97a5-8bf87f09c6c2/episodes/2941072e-0746-49ae-bffc-11b033fdb304/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Speak to Your Soul | Psalm 103:1&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Sometimes you have to speak to your own soul.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Psalm 103 begins with David saying, “Bless the Lord, O my soul: and all that is within me, bless his holy name.”&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;There are moments when we feel discouraged, tired, worried, or overwhelmed. The challenges may be real, but we do not have to allow our feelings to make us forget who God is and what He has already done.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this short Eternal Words reflection, we look at why David spoke to his own soul, why remembering God’s benefits matters, and how we can encourage ourselves to trust and praise God even in difficult moments.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Whatever you are facing today, remind your soul: &lt;b&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Bless the Lord.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#SpeakToYourSoul #Psalm103 #BlessTheLord #ChristianEncouragement #ChristianPodcast #BibleTeaching #FaithInGod #TrustGod #ChristianMotivation #WordOfGod #BibleReflection #EternalWords #JesusChrist #ChristianFaith&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:07:48</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/4fee6488-1474-47d8-97a5-8bf87f09c6c2/logos/d9e4ce56-4dfa-4201-976b-31a73ec28484.jpeg"/><itunes:title>Speak to Your Soul</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Will God Kill for me or you?]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Some Christians have heard prayers such as, “Anyone fighting against me, let them die,” or “Let fire consume my enemies.” But is this actually how Jesus taught us to pray?</p><p>In this episode of <b><strong>Eternal Words</strong></b>, we take a careful look at what the Bible says about praying against other people, divine judgment, spiritual warfare, justice, forgiveness, and personal vengeance.</p><p>We look at Elijah calling down fire, Jesus rebuking James and John when they wanted to do the same, Christ’s command to love and pray for our enemies, the Lord’s Prayer, David’s response to Saul, and David’s powerful prayer concerning Ahithophel: <b><strong>“O LORD, I pray thee, turn the counsel of Ahithophel into foolishness.”</strong></b></p><p>There is an important difference between praying:</p><p>“Lord, destroy every work of darkness,”</p><p>and praying:</p><p>“Lord, kill this person.”</p><p>The Bible tells us that <b><strong>we wrestle not against flesh and blood</strong></b>. God is the righteous Judge, and vengeance belongs to Him. Our prayers can ask God for protection, justice, deliverance and for evil plans to fail without allowing hatred for another human being to take possession of our hearts.</p><p>This is a challenging subject, but Eternal Words is about bringing Scripture to life—not simply to make us comfortable, but to allow the Word of God to correct us, challenge us and shape the way we live.</p><p><b><strong>If I would not want God to answer somebody else’s prayer for my destruction, should I be so quick to ask Him for theirs?</strong></b></p><p>#EternalWords #ChristianPodcast #BibleTeaching #Christianity #Prayer #PowerOfPrayer #PrayingForEnemies #LoveYourEnemies #SpiritualWarfare #BiblicalTruth #BibleStudy #JesusChrist #ChristianLiving #Faith #Forgiveness #GodsJustice #VengeanceBelongsToGod #PrayerLife #ChristianTeaching #Scripture #WordOfGod #DavidAndAhithophel #LordPrayer #Romans12 #Ephesians6</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">9a8cf2d4-8ca0-466c-8d34-bc6808c6e3b0</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sileola Akinola]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/370559cf2fd1e00e7370f9eaea24b7f976e29c16d1bfdbc5ae06f82c140e5a41/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI5YThjZjJkNC04Y2EwLTQ2NmMtOGQzNC1iYzY4MDhjNmUzYjAiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI0ZmVlNjQ4OC0xNDc0LTQ3ZDgtOTdhNS04YmY4N2YwOWM2YzIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2YTE4NDM5YmYxOGJlY2YwN2ZiYmU3ODgiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmFiNDU3NGNlM2E4MmQwYmJjZjRhNThhL2xlcnJ5LWFraW5vbGFzLXN0dWRpby0yMDI2LTktMjNfXzIzLTE2LTMxLm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="30130094" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/4fee6488-1474-47d8-97a5-8bf87f09c6c2/episodes/9a8cf2d4-8ca0-466c-8d34-bc6808c6e3b0/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Some Christians have heard prayers such as, “Anyone fighting against me, let them die,” or “Let fire consume my enemies.” But is this actually how Jesus taught us to pray?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode of &lt;b&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Eternal Words&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/b&gt;, we take a careful look at what the Bible says about praying against other people, divine judgment, spiritual warfare, justice, forgiveness, and personal vengeance.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We look at Elijah calling down fire, Jesus rebuking James and John when they wanted to do the same, Christ’s command to love and pray for our enemies, the Lord’s Prayer, David’s response to Saul, and David’s powerful prayer concerning Ahithophel: &lt;b&gt;&lt;strong&gt;“O LORD, I pray thee, turn the counsel of Ahithophel into foolishness.”&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;There is an important difference between praying:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;“Lord, destroy every work of darkness,”&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;and praying:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;“Lord, kill this person.”&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Bible tells us that &lt;b&gt;&lt;strong&gt;we wrestle not against flesh and blood&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/b&gt;. God is the righteous Judge, and vengeance belongs to Him. Our prayers can ask God for protection, justice, deliverance and for evil plans to fail without allowing hatred for another human being to take possession of our hearts.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This is a challenging subject, but Eternal Words is about bringing Scripture to life—not simply to make us comfortable, but to allow the Word of God to correct us, challenge us and shape the way we live.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;strong&gt;If I would not want God to answer somebody else’s prayer for my destruction, should I be so quick to ask Him for theirs?&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#EternalWords #ChristianPodcast #BibleTeaching #Christianity #Prayer #PowerOfPrayer #PrayingForEnemies #LoveYourEnemies #SpiritualWarfare #BiblicalTruth #BibleStudy #JesusChrist #ChristianLiving #Faith #Forgiveness #GodsJustice #VengeanceBelongsToGod #PrayerLife #ChristianTeaching #Scripture #WordOfGod #DavidAndAhithophel #LordPrayer #Romans12 #Ephesians6&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:20:55</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/4fee6488-1474-47d8-97a5-8bf87f09c6c2/logos/d9e4ce56-4dfa-4201-976b-31a73ec28484.jpeg"/><itunes:title>Will God Kill for me or you?</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Do I Really Serve God?]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Why do we really serve God—because we love Him, because of His blessings, or because we fear losing what we have? And can more than one of these motives exist in the same heart?</p><p>In this episode of Eternal Words, we reflect on Satan’s accusation in Job 1:9 and examine our own reasons for fearing, revering, and serving God. Through Scripture, we explore gratitude, unanswered prayer, suffering, the fear of hell, and growing in our love for God.</p><p>Is it wrong to ask God for provision, protection, or healing? How do we recognise when our obedience has become a bargain? And how can we remain faithful when life does not go as we hoped?</p><p>This conversational Bible teaching invites us to examine ourselves honestly, bring our mixed motives before God, and deepen our trust in His love revealed through Jesus Christ.</p><p>Key Scriptures: Job 1–2; Matthew 6:9–13; John 6:26–29, 66–69; Luke 12:4–7; 1 John 4:9–19; Ephesians 2:8–10; Psalm 139:23–24; Habakkuk 3:17–18.</p><p>Take a moment to reflect: What has this question revealed about your own walk with God?</p><p>Subscribe to Eternal Words for Bible-based conversations that encourage reflection, practical obedience, and a deeper relationship with God. Share this episode with someone who would find it helpful.</p><p>#EternalWords #WhyDoWeServeGod #BookOfJob #Job1v9 #BibleStudy #ChristianPodcast #FaithInGod #TrustingGod #FearOfGod #ChristianLiving</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">b63d741c-0409-4bae-ac8d-e9ebd67444df</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sileola Akinola]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/20736dc169d4f12405511cc8f105b8a82594e8286035814e833b9e1abd45f04a/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJiNjNkNzQxYy0wNDA5LTRiYWUtYWM4ZC1lOWViZDY3NDQ0ZGYiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI0ZmVlNjQ4OC0xNDc0LTQ3ZDgtOTdhNS04YmY4N2YwOWM2YzIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2YTE4NDM5YmYxOGJlY2YwN2ZiYmU3ODgiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmFiMDY5NzE3YzkwZTQwMWE5YWNhYTc3L2xlcnJ5LWFraW5vbGFzLXN0dWRpby0yMDI2LTktMjBfXzIzLTQxLTQ3Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="26811707" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/4fee6488-1474-47d8-97a5-8bf87f09c6c2/episodes/b63d741c-0409-4bae-ac8d-e9ebd67444df/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Why do we really serve God—because we love Him, because of His blessings, or because we fear losing what we have? And can more than one of these motives exist in the same heart?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode of Eternal Words, we reflect on Satan’s accusation in Job 1:9 and examine our own reasons for fearing, revering, and serving God. Through Scripture, we explore gratitude, unanswered prayer, suffering, the fear of hell, and growing in our love for God.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Is it wrong to ask God for provision, protection, or healing? How do we recognise when our obedience has become a bargain? And how can we remain faithful when life does not go as we hoped?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This conversational Bible teaching invites us to examine ourselves honestly, bring our mixed motives before God, and deepen our trust in His love revealed through Jesus Christ.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Key Scriptures: Job 1–2; Matthew 6:9–13; John 6:26–29, 66–69; Luke 12:4–7; 1 John 4:9–19; Ephesians 2:8–10; Psalm 139:23–24; Habakkuk 3:17–18.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Take a moment to reflect: What has this question revealed about your own walk with God?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Subscribe to Eternal Words for Bible-based conversations that encourage reflection, practical obedience, and a deeper relationship with God. Share this episode with someone who would find it helpful.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#EternalWords #WhyDoWeServeGod #BookOfJob #Job1v9 #BibleStudy #ChristianPodcast #FaithInGod #TrustingGod #FearOfGod #ChristianLiving&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:18:37</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/4fee6488-1474-47d8-97a5-8bf87f09c6c2/logos/d9e4ce56-4dfa-4201-976b-31a73ec28484.jpeg"/><itunes:title>Why Do I Really Serve God?</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[“Hell Is Real — But We Should Never Be Happy Anyone Goes There]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Hell is real. But should Christians ever speak about someone going there with joy or satisfaction?</p><p>In this episode of Eternal Words, we reflect on a difficult but important truth: hell is real, judgment is real, but God takes no pleasure in the destruction of the wicked. His desire is that people turn to Him and live.</p><p>As Christians, we cannot remove hell from the message simply because it is uncomfortable or unpopular. Jesus Himself warned about judgment. But the way we speak about hell matters.</p><p>Hell should never become an insult, a threat we enjoy making, or something we speak about with pride and self-righteousness. If God takes no pleasure in the death of the wicked, neither should we.</p><p>We are not people standing above others announcing their destruction. We are people who have received mercy, pointing others towards the same mercy we found in Jesus Christ.</p><p>So yes, we need to talk about hell. But we should talk about it soberly, compassionately and with the heart of Christ.</p><p>Because the Christian message is not simply, <b>“Hell is real.”</b></p><p>It is also: <b>“Jesus saves.”</b></p><p>There is judgment, but there is also mercy. There is a warning, but there is also a way of salvation. And that way is Jesus Christ.</p><p>May we never become comfortable with the thought of anyone being lost. May we speak the truth in love, pray for those who do not know Christ, examine our own lives, and continually point people towards Jesus.</p><p>The Lord will help us in Jesus’ name. And may none of us end up in hell, in Jesus’ name. Amen.</p><p><b>Scriptures reflected on:</b> Ezekiel 33:11, Matthew 9:36, Matthew 10:28, Matthew 25:46, John 3:16–17, John 5:24, John 14:6, Romans 5:8, Romans 9:2, Ephesians 2, 2 Peter 3:9, Acts 4:12.</p><p>#HellIsReal #JesusSaves #JesusChrist #Christianity #ChristianPodcast #ChristianMessage #BibleTeaching #BibleStudy #Gospel #Salvation #EternalLife #Judgment #Repentance #GraceOfGod #MercyOfGod #FaithInJesus #ChristianLiving #WordOfGod #EternalWords</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">e33822ff-5a40-49b9-8a14-7142043c407f</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sileola Akinola]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/a58d39972a52716f2c606e69626671cf23030d4b56a1061ae86927a43fe24adf/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJlMzM4MjJmZi01YTQwLTQ5YjktOGExNC03MTQyMDQzYzQwN2YiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI0ZmVlNjQ4OC0xNDc0LTQ3ZDgtOTdhNS04YmY4N2YwOWM2YzIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2YTE4NDM5YmYxOGJlY2YwN2ZiYmU3ODgiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmFhNWU4YTEyNjFlOTA4MjY3OWM0MzcwL2xlcnJ5LWFraW5vbGFzLXN0dWRpby0yMDI2LTktMTNfXzAtMzEtNDIubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="21379283" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/4fee6488-1474-47d8-97a5-8bf87f09c6c2/episodes/e33822ff-5a40-49b9-8a14-7142043c407f/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Hell is real. But should Christians ever speak about someone going there with joy or satisfaction?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode of Eternal Words, we reflect on a difficult but important truth: hell is real, judgment is real, but God takes no pleasure in the destruction of the wicked. His desire is that people turn to Him and live.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;As Christians, we cannot remove hell from the message simply because it is uncomfortable or unpopular. Jesus Himself warned about judgment. But the way we speak about hell matters.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Hell should never become an insult, a threat we enjoy making, or something we speak about with pride and self-righteousness. If God takes no pleasure in the death of the wicked, neither should we.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We are not people standing above others announcing their destruction. We are people who have received mercy, pointing others towards the same mercy we found in Jesus Christ.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;So yes, we need to talk about hell. But we should talk about it soberly, compassionately and with the heart of Christ.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Because the Christian message is not simply, &lt;b&gt;“Hell is real.”&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;It is also: &lt;b&gt;“Jesus saves.”&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;There is judgment, but there is also mercy. There is a warning, but there is also a way of salvation. And that way is Jesus Christ.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;May we never become comfortable with the thought of anyone being lost. May we speak the truth in love, pray for those who do not know Christ, examine our own lives, and continually point people towards Jesus.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Lord will help us in Jesus’ name. And may none of us end up in hell, in Jesus’ name. Amen.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Scriptures reflected on:&lt;/b&gt; Ezekiel 33:11, Matthew 9:36, Matthew 10:28, Matthew 25:46, John 3:16–17, John 5:24, John 14:6, Romans 5:8, Romans 9:2, Ephesians 2, 2 Peter 3:9, Acts 4:12.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#HellIsReal #JesusSaves #JesusChrist #Christianity #ChristianPodcast #ChristianMessage #BibleTeaching #BibleStudy #Gospel #Salvation #EternalLife #Judgment #Repentance #GraceOfGod #MercyOfGod #FaithInJesus #ChristianLiving #WordOfGod #EternalWords&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:14:51</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/4fee6488-1474-47d8-97a5-8bf87f09c6c2/logos/d9e4ce56-4dfa-4201-976b-31a73ec28484.jpeg"/><itunes:title>“Hell Is Real — But We Should Never Be Happy Anyone Goes There</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Are You Waiting on God—or Is God Waiting on You?
]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Are you truly waiting on God—or is God waiting for you to obey?</p><p>Sometimes we pray for change while our actions move in the opposite direction. At other times, we become so anxious that we try to force what only God can accomplish.</p><p>In this reflective episode of Eternal Words, we explore the biblical relationship between prayer, obedience, practical action and trusting God’s timing. Prayer is not a substitute for obedience, and action is not a substitute for faith.</p><p>What has God already asked you to do? And what do you need to release into His hands?</p><p>#EternalWords #WaitingOnGod #PrayerAndObedience #ChristianLiving #FaithInAction #BibleTeaching #TrustGod #ObedienceToGod #ChristianPodcast #SpiritualGrowth</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">2498c73f-9984-4c20-8f5b-929ffe83a4b2</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sileola Akinola]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/8d6c9886a7ab9fe0c83d9bf4cbb48d9006c237add3dad52c78af885a516fa0bc/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIyNDk4YzczZi05OTg0LTRjMjAtOGY1Yi05MjlmZmU4M2E0YjIiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI0ZmVlNjQ4OC0xNDc0LTQ3ZDgtOTdhNS04YmY4N2YwOWM2YzIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2YTE4NDM5YmYxOGJlY2YwN2ZiYmU3ODgiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE5ZTA3Yzg1NzBkZTE4OTIzODZjNDdmL2xlcnJ5LWFraW5vbGFzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTktN19fMi0zOS0zNi5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="7266238" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/4fee6488-1474-47d8-97a5-8bf87f09c6c2/episodes/2498c73f-9984-4c20-8f5b-929ffe83a4b2/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Are you truly waiting on God—or is God waiting for you to obey?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Sometimes we pray for change while our actions move in the opposite direction. At other times, we become so anxious that we try to force what only God can accomplish.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this reflective episode of Eternal Words, we explore the biblical relationship between prayer, obedience, practical action and trusting God’s timing. Prayer is not a substitute for obedience, and action is not a substitute for faith.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;What has God already asked you to do? And what do you need to release into His hands?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#EternalWords #WaitingOnGod #PrayerAndObedience #ChristianLiving #FaithInAction #BibleTeaching #TrustGod #ObedienceToGod #ChristianPodcast #SpiritualGrowth&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:15:08</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/4fee6488-1474-47d8-97a5-8bf87f09c6c2/logos/d9e4ce56-4dfa-4201-976b-31a73ec28484.jpeg"/><itunes:title>Are You Waiting on God—or Is God Waiting on You?
</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[God Sees Your Heart—but Your Fruit Reveals It]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>What does it really mean to say, “God sees my heart”? In this episode of Eternal Words, we explore Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 7:20: “By their fruits ye shall know them.”</p><p>This honest and practical message examines the difference between claiming to follow Christ and living a life that reflects Him. We consider repentance, accountability, obedience, genuine faith, and how our actions reveal what is truly growing within us.</p><p>If our faith is real, it should produce spiritual fruit—not perfection, but visible transformation.</p><p>#ChristianPodcast #Matthew720 #BibleTeaching #ChristianLiving #FaithAndWorks #SpiritualGrowth #FruitOfTheSpirit #EternalWords</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">ebd8af23-7bb0-4107-9205-47de0d4b4c70</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sileola Akinola]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/f899e083f80d1c89e432691c9851e9cfb5ba2f7a191382e136593192c418aea3/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJlYmQ4YWYyMy03YmIwLTQxMDctOTIwNS00N2RlMGQ0YjRjNzAiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI0ZmVlNjQ4OC0xNDc0LTQ3ZDgtOTdhNS04YmY4N2YwOWM2YzIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2YTE4NDM5YmYxOGJlY2YwN2ZiYmU3ODgiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE5NGQ2YWQzZjM3NmM1OTE4NTY4MjJjL2xlcnJ5LWFraW5vbGFzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTgtMzFfXzMtMTktNDEubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="6541497" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/4fee6488-1474-47d8-97a5-8bf87f09c6c2/episodes/ebd8af23-7bb0-4107-9205-47de0d4b4c70/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;What does it really mean to say, “God sees my heart”? In this episode of Eternal Words, we explore Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 7:20: “By their fruits ye shall know them.”&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This honest and practical message examines the difference between claiming to follow Christ and living a life that reflects Him. We consider repentance, accountability, obedience, genuine faith, and how our actions reveal what is truly growing within us.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If our faith is real, it should produce spiritual fruit—not perfection, but visible transformation.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#ChristianPodcast #Matthew720 #BibleTeaching #ChristianLiving #FaithAndWorks #SpiritualGrowth #FruitOfTheSpirit #EternalWords&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:13:38</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/4fee6488-1474-47d8-97a5-8bf87f09c6c2/logos/d9e4ce56-4dfa-4201-976b-31a73ec28484.jpeg"/><itunes:title>God Sees Your Heart—but Your Fruit Reveals It</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[If You Want a Shepherd, Be a Sheep
]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>What does it really mean to say, “The Lord is my shepherd”? In this reflective Eternal Words episode, we explore Psalm 23:1 and the truth behind the title: “If You Want a Shepherd, Be a Sheep.”</p><p>We often want God’s protection, provision, guidance, and peace—but are we willing to follow Him? This message encourages us to surrender control, trust God’s Word, listen for His voice, and allow the Good Shepherd to lead our lives.</p><blockquote><p>“The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.” — Psalm 23</p></blockquote><p>#EternalWords #ChristianPodcast #Psalm23 #TheLordIsMyShepherd #ChristianEncouragement #FaithInGod #TrustGod #JesusTheGoodShepherd #ChristianLiving #BibleTeaching #SurrenderToGod #GodsGuidance #ChristianFaith #BibleReflection</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">2be0e35b-a1ca-4609-b48d-dfdfb3efc8c2</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sileola Akinola]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/399af257db6af88be6d68f9feafd5201bf0faa3427fe2f87e1dc6545f73bb69b/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIyYmUwZTM1Yi1hMWNhLTQ2MDktYjQ4ZC1kZmRmYjNlZmM4YzIiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI0ZmVlNjQ4OC0xNDc0LTQ3ZDgtOTdhNS04YmY4N2YwOWM2YzIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2YTE4NDM5YmYxOGJlY2YwN2ZiYmU3ODgiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE4YjlhMzQ2ZTZkODgzMGQ4ZWNlYWZlL2xlcnJ5LWFraW5vbGFzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTgtMjRfXzMtMTEtMTYubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="7686914" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/4fee6488-1474-47d8-97a5-8bf87f09c6c2/episodes/2be0e35b-a1ca-4609-b48d-dfdfb3efc8c2/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;What does it really mean to say, “The Lord is my shepherd”? In this reflective Eternal Words episode, we explore Psalm 23:1 and the truth behind the title: “If You Want a Shepherd, Be a Sheep.”&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We often want God’s protection, provision, guidance, and peace—but are we willing to follow Him? This message encourages us to surrender control, trust God’s Word, listen for His voice, and allow the Good Shepherd to lead our lives.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;blockquote&gt;&lt;p&gt;“The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.” — Psalm 23&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/blockquote&gt;&lt;p&gt;#EternalWords #ChristianPodcast #Psalm23 #TheLordIsMyShepherd #ChristianEncouragement #FaithInGod #TrustGod #JesusTheGoodShepherd #ChristianLiving #BibleTeaching #SurrenderToGod #GodsGuidance #ChristianFaith #BibleReflection&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:16:01</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/4fee6488-1474-47d8-97a5-8bf87f09c6c2/logos/d9e4ce56-4dfa-4201-976b-31a73ec28484.jpeg"/><itunes:title>If You Want a Shepherd, Be a Sheep
</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[When Did Prayer Stop Being Enough?]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p><b>When Did Prayer Stop Being Enough?</b></p><p>Why is it sometimes easier to believe God will answer when someone lays hands on us, gives us anointing oil, prays over a handkerchief, or tells us to take Holy Communion — than simply to go to God ourselves in prayer?</p><p>The Bible shows us examples of anointing with oil, laying on of hands, communion, and even extraordinary miracles involving handkerchiefs. So the question isn't whether God can use these things.</p><p>The deeper question is: <b>where have we placed our confidence?</b></p><p>Have we slowly begun trusting the things God uses more than the God who uses them?</p><p>In this episode of <b>Eternal Words</b>, we look honestly at the difference between receiving something God may use as a conduit and allowing that conduit to become the object of our faith.</p><p>Hebrews 4:16 gives every believer a remarkable invitation:</p><p><i>“Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace…”</i></p><p>You can come.</p><p>You can pray.</p><p>You can call upon God when there is no pastor nearby, no oil in your hand, no prayer meeting taking place and nobody available to lay hands on you.</p><p>Perhaps spiritual maturity isn't about collecting more conduits. Perhaps it is about learning to trust the Source.</p><p><b>The conduit may change. But the Source remains the same.</b></p><p>📖 Scriptures include: Hebrews 4:16, James 5:14–16, Acts 19:11–12, 1 Timothy 2:5, Luke 11:1–2, 1 Corinthians 11, 2 Kings 18:4, Psalm 34:17, Romans 10:13 and Matthew 14:30–31.</p><p>#EternalWords #Prayer #ChristianPodcast #BibleTeaching #TrustGod #PowerOfPrayer #FaithInGod #ChristianLiving #PrayerLife #JesusChrist #BiblicalTruth #ChristianFaith</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">51204546-e50e-477b-8b21-d9c53ab1029c</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sileola Akinola]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 07:15:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/5721ddbc8e5f1d9e76f6cb391376b8b454d60ad9de3faec02daaa523fe9fc765/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI1MTIwNDU0Ni1lNTBlLTQ3N2ItOGIyMS1kOWM1M2FiMTAyOWMiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI0ZmVlNjQ4OC0xNDc0LTQ3ZDgtOTdhNS04YmY4N2YwOWM2YzIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2YTE4NDM5YmYxOGJlY2YwN2ZiYmU3ODgiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE4MjVhMTViMDgwMzI5MzM4YjllNTY3L2xlcnJ5LWFraW5vbGFzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTgtMTdfXzItNDctMTcubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="8828987" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/4fee6488-1474-47d8-97a5-8bf87f09c6c2/episodes/51204546-e50e-477b-8b21-d9c53ab1029c/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;When Did Prayer Stop Being Enough?&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Why is it sometimes easier to believe God will answer when someone lays hands on us, gives us anointing oil, prays over a handkerchief, or tells us to take Holy Communion — than simply to go to God ourselves in prayer?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Bible shows us examples of anointing with oil, laying on of hands, communion, and even extraordinary miracles involving handkerchiefs. So the question isn&apos;t whether God can use these things.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The deeper question is: &lt;b&gt;where have we placed our confidence?&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Have we slowly begun trusting the things God uses more than the God who uses them?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode of &lt;b&gt;Eternal Words&lt;/b&gt;, we look honestly at the difference between receiving something God may use as a conduit and allowing that conduit to become the object of our faith.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Hebrews 4:16 gives every believer a remarkable invitation:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;i&gt;“Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace…”&lt;/i&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;You can come.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;You can pray.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;You can call upon God when there is no pastor nearby, no oil in your hand, no prayer meeting taking place and nobody available to lay hands on you.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Perhaps spiritual maturity isn&apos;t about collecting more conduits. Perhaps it is about learning to trust the Source.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;The conduit may change. But the Source remains the same.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;📖 Scriptures include: Hebrews 4:16, James 5:14–16, Acts 19:11–12, 1 Timothy 2:5, Luke 11:1–2, 1 Corinthians 11, 2 Kings 18:4, Psalm 34:17, Romans 10:13 and Matthew 14:30–31.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#EternalWords #Prayer #ChristianPodcast #BibleTeaching #TrustGod #PowerOfPrayer #FaithInGod #ChristianLiving #PrayerLife #JesusChrist #BiblicalTruth #ChristianFaith&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:18:24</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/4fee6488-1474-47d8-97a5-8bf87f09c6c2/logos/d9e4ce56-4dfa-4201-976b-31a73ec28484.jpeg"/><itunes:episode>12</itunes:episode><itunes:title>When Did Prayer Stop Being Enough?</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pray for Somebody
]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Galatians 6:2 says, <b>“Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ.”</b></p><p>There are many ways to bear one another’s burdens, but in this episode of Eternal Words, we focus on one powerful way: <b>praying for one another</b>.</p><p>Not only when someone asks us to pray, but also when the Holy Spirit places someone on our heart. Sometimes people are carrying battles we know nothing about. We may not be able to solve their problem, but we can carry them before God in prayer.</p><p>Jesus said to Peter, <b>“I have prayed for you, that your faith should not fail.”</b> What if we became people who could say the same about those around us?</p><p>When someone suddenly comes to mind, don’t just wonder how they are doing — <b>pray for them.</b></p><p>📖 Scriptures: Galatians 6:2, Luke 22:31–32, Romans 8:26, James 5:16, Ephesians 6:18, 1 Samuel 12:23</p><p>#EternalWords #PrayForOneAnother #Galatians6 #Prayer #Intercession #HolySpirit #ChristianPodcast #BibleTeaching #Faith</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">5dd16913-0931-46c8-877f-318fb3cd2fdc</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sileola Akinola]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 07:15:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/a8108b27048c400ae1d14155b60caa463380a51c06a997fb89e3307784a9b878/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI1ZGQxNjkxMy0wOTMxLTQ2YzgtODc3Zi0zMThmYjNjZDJmZGMiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI0ZmVlNjQ4OC0xNDc0LTQ3ZDgtOTdhNS04YmY4N2YwOWM2YzIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2YTE4NDM5YmYxOGJlY2YwN2ZiYmU3ODgiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE3OTI1YjFmMjJiZTg3NTk1Y2FjYjAwL2xlcnJ5LWFraW5vbGFzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTgtMTBfXzMtMTMtMjEubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="3716929" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/4fee6488-1474-47d8-97a5-8bf87f09c6c2/episodes/5dd16913-0931-46c8-877f-318fb3cd2fdc/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Galatians 6:2 says, &lt;b&gt;“Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ.”&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;There are many ways to bear one another’s burdens, but in this episode of Eternal Words, we focus on one powerful way: &lt;b&gt;praying for one another&lt;/b&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Not only when someone asks us to pray, but also when the Holy Spirit places someone on our heart. Sometimes people are carrying battles we know nothing about. We may not be able to solve their problem, but we can carry them before God in prayer.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Jesus said to Peter, &lt;b&gt;“I have prayed for you, that your faith should not fail.”&lt;/b&gt; What if we became people who could say the same about those around us?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;When someone suddenly comes to mind, don’t just wonder how they are doing — &lt;b&gt;pray for them.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;📖 Scriptures: Galatians 6:2, Luke 22:31–32, Romans 8:26, James 5:16, Ephesians 6:18, 1 Samuel 12:23&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#EternalWords #PrayForOneAnother #Galatians6 #Prayer #Intercession #HolySpirit #ChristianPodcast #BibleTeaching #Faith&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:07:45</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/4fee6488-1474-47d8-97a5-8bf87f09c6c2/logos/d9e4ce56-4dfa-4201-976b-31a73ec28484.jpeg"/><itunes:episode>11</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Pray for Somebody
</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Love of GOD]]></title><description><![CDATA[<pre><code>Have you ever wondered what it truly means that God loves you?

The Bible does not present God’s love as a vague feeling—but as a love revealed through Jesus Christ and demonstrated at the cross.

In this episode, we reflect on the love of God as the Bible reveals it: a love that moved towards us, gave us Jesus Christ and was demonstrated at the cross while we were still sinners.

This is not a vague idea of love that ignores truth or treats sin as unimportant. God’s love tells us the truth about ourselves while providing the forgiveness and new life we could never earn for ourselves.

If you are a Christian, this conversation explores what God’s love means when you fail, when life becomes painful and when you struggle to believe that God is still near. It also considers how receiving His love should change the way we treat other people, including those we find difficult.

If you are not yet a Christian, this episode explains why you do not have to repair yourself before coming to God. The invitation of the gospel is to turn to Jesus, trust what He has done and receive the life God offers through His Son.

The main Bible passages include 1 John 4, Romans 5:8, Romans 8:38–39 and John 3:16–17.

If this conversation helps you, share it with someone who needs to hear that God’s love is not something we earn. He loved us first</code></pre>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">750dd565-b004-40da-950d-96b377c6c0a8</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sileola Akinola]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/4bef6cc7a80edea05c5113b1530673ac96daaf6f721eb817c615b51601219452/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI3NTBkZDU2NS1iMDA0LTQwZGEtOTUwZC05NmIzNzdjNmMwYTgiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI0ZmVlNjQ4OC0xNDc0LTQ3ZDgtOTdhNS04YmY4N2YwOWM2YzIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2YTE4NDM5YmYxOGJlY2YwN2ZiYmU3ODgiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE2ZmQ3NmIxNzE2NjM5YzM2YTRkYjAxL2xlcnJ5LWFraW5vbGFzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTgtM19fMS00OC01OS5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="8932850" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/4fee6488-1474-47d8-97a5-8bf87f09c6c2/episodes/750dd565-b004-40da-950d-96b377c6c0a8/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;pre&gt;&lt;code&gt;Have you ever wondered what it truly means that God loves you?

The Bible does not present God’s love as a vague feeling—but as a love revealed through Jesus Christ and demonstrated at the cross.

In this episode, we reflect on the love of God as the Bible reveals it: a love that moved towards us, gave us Jesus Christ and was demonstrated at the cross while we were still sinners.

This is not a vague idea of love that ignores truth or treats sin as unimportant. God’s love tells us the truth about ourselves while providing the forgiveness and new life we could never earn for ourselves.

If you are a Christian, this conversation explores what God’s love means when you fail, when life becomes painful and when you struggle to believe that God is still near. It also considers how receiving His love should change the way we treat other people, including those we find difficult.

If you are not yet a Christian, this episode explains why you do not have to repair yourself before coming to God. The invitation of the gospel is to turn to Jesus, trust what He has done and receive the life God offers through His Son.

The main Bible passages include 1 John 4, Romans 5:8, Romans 8:38–39 and John 3:16–17.

If this conversation helps you, share it with someone who needs to hear that God’s love is not something we earn. He loved us first&lt;/code&gt;&lt;/pre&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:18:37</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/4fee6488-1474-47d8-97a5-8bf87f09c6c2/logos/d9e4ce56-4dfa-4201-976b-31a73ec28484.jpeg"/><itunes:episode>10</itunes:episode><itunes:title>The Love of GOD</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[God... Is This Suitable?"]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Before making one of the biggest decisions of your life, perhaps there is one question every believer should ask:</p><p><b>"God... is this suitable?"</b></p><p>Genesis 2:18 is one of the most quoted verses in Scripture, especially in discussions about marriage. But what if the phrase <b>"a helper suitable for him"</b> reveals a much deeper principle that applies to every area of our lives?</p><p>In this episode of <b>Eternal Words</b>, we explore what biblical suitability really means—not only in marriage, but also in friendships, business, ministry, leadership, and every relationship connected to God's purpose for our lives.</p><p>Adam never searched for Eve. He never compared options or made a list of preferences. God created Eve and brought her to Adam because God knew what was suitable for the purpose He had given him.</p><p>Today, many of us choose first and then ask God to bless our decisions. We pray, fast, give, and even thank God in advance for things He may never have spoken about. But the Bible teaches us to seek God's will before making our own plans.</p><p>The question is not simply:</p><p><i>"Do I want this?"</i></p><p>The question is:</p><p><b>"Lord, is this suitable for the purpose You have given me?"</b></p><p>📖 Scriptures referenced include:</p><ul><li>Genesis 2:18–25</li><li>Amos 3:3</li><li>Luke 22:42</li><li>John 16:13</li><li>Proverbs 18:22</li><li>Proverbs 31:10</li><li>1 Corinthians 7:39</li><li>Matthew 6:33</li></ul><p>At Eternal Words, the Bible is our only source and final authority. Every teaching is grounded in Scripture, seeking to help believers grow in truth, wisdom, and obedience to Christ.</p><p>If this message encouraged you, please Like, Share, and Subscribe, and let us know in the comments:</p><p><b>How has God taught you the importance of suitability in your own walk with Him?</b></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">79a0e133-a462-4819-a069-46f6444feeb0</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sileola Akinola]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/e6079651e4ab66eaf07c060b376eb3d3d8c401075f731a283c0c4e7a4870f461/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI3OWEwZTEzMy1hNDYyLTQ4MTktYTA2OS00NmY2NDQ0ZmVlYjAiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI0ZmVlNjQ4OC0xNDc0LTQ3ZDgtOTdhNS04YmY4N2YwOWM2YzIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2YTE4NDM5YmYxOGJlY2YwN2ZiYmU3ODgiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE2NmE3YzYwNjE4YzM5N2FhMjYxYmM4L2xlcnJ5LWFraW5vbGFzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTctMjdfXzItMzUtMTgubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="7011283" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/4fee6488-1474-47d8-97a5-8bf87f09c6c2/episodes/79a0e133-a462-4819-a069-46f6444feeb0/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Before making one of the biggest decisions of your life, perhaps there is one question every believer should ask:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;&quot;God... is this suitable?&quot;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Genesis 2:18 is one of the most quoted verses in Scripture, especially in discussions about marriage. But what if the phrase &lt;b&gt;&quot;a helper suitable for him&quot;&lt;/b&gt; reveals a much deeper principle that applies to every area of our lives?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode of &lt;b&gt;Eternal Words&lt;/b&gt;, we explore what biblical suitability really means—not only in marriage, but also in friendships, business, ministry, leadership, and every relationship connected to God&apos;s purpose for our lives.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Adam never searched for Eve. He never compared options or made a list of preferences. God created Eve and brought her to Adam because God knew what was suitable for the purpose He had given him.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Today, many of us choose first and then ask God to bless our decisions. We pray, fast, give, and even thank God in advance for things He may never have spoken about. But the Bible teaches us to seek God&apos;s will before making our own plans.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The question is not simply:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;i&gt;&quot;Do I want this?&quot;&lt;/i&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The question is:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;&quot;Lord, is this suitable for the purpose You have given me?&quot;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;📖 Scriptures referenced include:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Genesis 2:18–25&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Amos 3:3&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Luke 22:42&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;John 16:13&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Proverbs 18:22&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Proverbs 31:10&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;1 Corinthians 7:39&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Matthew 6:33&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;At Eternal Words, the Bible is our only source and final authority. Every teaching is grounded in Scripture, seeking to help believers grow in truth, wisdom, and obedience to Christ.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If this message encouraged you, please Like, Share, and Subscribe, and let us know in the comments:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;How has God taught you the importance of suitability in your own walk with Him?&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:14:36</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/4fee6488-1474-47d8-97a5-8bf87f09c6c2/logos/d9e4ce56-4dfa-4201-976b-31a73ec28484.jpeg"/><itunes:episode>10</itunes:episode><itunes:title>God... Is This Suitable?&quot;</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Perfect or Permissive]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Are there really two types of God’s will—His perfect will and His permissive will? Or is this something we’ve created to explain life when things don’t go as planned?</p><p>In this episode of <i>Eternal Words</i>, we take a deep, honest look at what the Bible actually says about God’s will. Through Scripture alone, we explore whether it’s possible to “miss” God’s will, how human choices fit into God’s plan, and why you don’t have to live in fear of getting it wrong.</p><p>If you’ve ever wondered:</p><ul><li>“Did I make the wrong decision?”</li><li>“Am I outside of God’s will?”</li><li>“Is there a perfect path I’ve missed?”</li></ul><p>This message will bring clarity, peace, and a renewed confidence in walking with God daily.</p><p>The Bible shows us that God’s will is not about living in anxiety over every decision, but about trusting Him, obeying His Word, and knowing that He is always working—even through our imperfect choices.</p><p>📖 Scriptures referenced include:<br />1 Samuel 8, Numbers 22, Genesis 50:20, Ephesians 1:11, Proverbs 3:5–6, John 10:27, Deuteronomy 30:19, 1 Thessalonians 4:3</p><p>Let this message remind you: You are not one mistake away from missing God’s plan.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">ae60d9d4-5adb-4e14-9f6a-ee34a2756970</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sileola Akinola]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/21e56aa91fcc9896af972593ff100fbd3a2bd1abe3a2a60da518b97e8540a2a0/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJhZTYwZDlkNC01YWRiLTRlMTQtOWY2YS1lZTM0YTI3NTY5NzAiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI0ZmVlNjQ4OC0xNDc0LTQ3ZDgtOTdhNS04YmY4N2YwOWM2YzIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2YTE4NDM5YmYxOGJlY2YwN2ZiYmU3ODgiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE1ZDdhOTBkOTM2YmViMGUyYTRiODY2L2xlcnJ5LWFraW5vbGFzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTctMjBfXzMtMzItMC5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="7080873" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/4fee6488-1474-47d8-97a5-8bf87f09c6c2/episodes/ae60d9d4-5adb-4e14-9f6a-ee34a2756970/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Are there really two types of God’s will—His perfect will and His permissive will? Or is this something we’ve created to explain life when things don’t go as planned?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode of &lt;i&gt;Eternal Words&lt;/i&gt;, we take a deep, honest look at what the Bible actually says about God’s will. Through Scripture alone, we explore whether it’s possible to “miss” God’s will, how human choices fit into God’s plan, and why you don’t have to live in fear of getting it wrong.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you’ve ever wondered:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;“Did I make the wrong decision?”&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;“Am I outside of God’s will?”&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;“Is there a perfect path I’ve missed?”&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;This message will bring clarity, peace, and a renewed confidence in walking with God daily.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Bible shows us that God’s will is not about living in anxiety over every decision, but about trusting Him, obeying His Word, and knowing that He is always working—even through our imperfect choices.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;📖 Scriptures referenced include:&lt;br /&gt;1 Samuel 8, Numbers 22, Genesis 50:20, Ephesians 1:11, Proverbs 3:5–6, John 10:27, Deuteronomy 30:19, 1 Thessalonians 4:3&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Let this message remind you: You are not one mistake away from missing God’s plan.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:14:45</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/4fee6488-1474-47d8-97a5-8bf87f09c6c2/logos/d9e4ce56-4dfa-4201-976b-31a73ec28484.jpeg"/><itunes:episode>9</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Perfect or Permissive</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[One Body, One Journey: Beyond Denominations and Beyond the Walls]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode of Eternal Words, we explore a powerful truth many Christians forget: our journey to heaven is personal, but it was never meant to be isolated. The body of Christ is bigger than denominations, bigger than church walls, and bigger than personal ambition.</p><p>Using only Scripture, this episode reflects on the importance of love, humility, honesty, integrity, community, and how we treat our fellow believers. What does the Bible say about division in the Church? How should Christians handle pride, competition, jealousy, and conflict? Are we building the body of Christ or wounding it?</p><p>Jesus did not call us to compete with one another — He called us to love one another.</p><p>This conversation is reflective, practical, and deeply rooted in the Word of God, reminding us that Christianity is not just about attending church, but becoming the kind of people who truly represent Christ both inside and outside the building.</p><p>📖 Scriptures referenced include:<br />John 13:34–35<br />Romans 12:10<br />Philippians 2:3–4<br />Acts 2:44–47<br />Galatians 5:13–15<br />Ephesians 4:25<br />1 Corinthians 1:10–13<br />James 3:16–18<br />Hebrews 12:14<br />Galatians 6:2<br />Ephesians 4:1–3</p><p>If this episode blessed you, don’t forget to like, share, subscribe, and leave a comment. May God help us walk in love, humility, unity, and truth as one body in Christ.</p><p>#ChristianPodcast #EternalWords #BodyOfChrist #ChristianUnity #BibleTeaching #JesusChrist #Church #Faith #ChristianLiving #BibleStudy #ChristianEncouragement #Gospel #KingdomOfGod #LoveOneAnother #SpiritualGrowth #ChristianCommunity #Discipleship #ChristianFaith #BiblicalTeaching #WalkWithGod</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">6a758397-73d9-4bc8-ab66-195f0efaefbf</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sileola Akinola]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/9e258000e3f98a695aa4f63661e0af55d73971412ffe51424179882cfbb09406/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI2YTc1ODM5Ny03M2Q5LTRiYzgtYWI2Ni0xOTVmMGVmYWVmYmYiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI0ZmVlNjQ4OC0xNDc0LTQ3ZDgtOTdhNS04YmY4N2YwOWM2YzIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2YTE4NDM5YmYxOGJlY2YwN2ZiYmU3ODgiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE1MmNjZDdkYWRjNzVmOGVkZmMwMzdmL2xlcnJ5LWFraW5vbGFzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTctMTJfXzEtOC03Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="7178258" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/4fee6488-1474-47d8-97a5-8bf87f09c6c2/episodes/6a758397-73d9-4bc8-ab66-195f0efaefbf/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In this episode of Eternal Words, we explore a powerful truth many Christians forget: our journey to heaven is personal, but it was never meant to be isolated. The body of Christ is bigger than denominations, bigger than church walls, and bigger than personal ambition.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Using only Scripture, this episode reflects on the importance of love, humility, honesty, integrity, community, and how we treat our fellow believers. What does the Bible say about division in the Church? How should Christians handle pride, competition, jealousy, and conflict? Are we building the body of Christ or wounding it?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Jesus did not call us to compete with one another — He called us to love one another.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This conversation is reflective, practical, and deeply rooted in the Word of God, reminding us that Christianity is not just about attending church, but becoming the kind of people who truly represent Christ both inside and outside the building.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;📖 Scriptures referenced include:&lt;br /&gt;John 13:34–35&lt;br /&gt;Romans 12:10&lt;br /&gt;Philippians 2:3–4&lt;br /&gt;Acts 2:44–47&lt;br /&gt;Galatians 5:13–15&lt;br /&gt;Ephesians 4:25&lt;br /&gt;1 Corinthians 1:10–13&lt;br /&gt;James 3:16–18&lt;br /&gt;Hebrews 12:14&lt;br /&gt;Galatians 6:2&lt;br /&gt;Ephesians 4:1–3&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If this episode blessed you, don’t forget to like, share, subscribe, and leave a comment. May God help us walk in love, humility, unity, and truth as one body in Christ.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#ChristianPodcast #EternalWords #BodyOfChrist #ChristianUnity #BibleTeaching #JesusChrist #Church #Faith #ChristianLiving #BibleStudy #ChristianEncouragement #Gospel #KingdomOfGod #LoveOneAnother #SpiritualGrowth #ChristianCommunity #Discipleship #ChristianFaith #BiblicalTeaching #WalkWithGod&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:14:57</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/4fee6488-1474-47d8-97a5-8bf87f09c6c2/logos/d9e4ce56-4dfa-4201-976b-31a73ec28484.jpeg"/><itunes:episode>7</itunes:episode><itunes:title>One Body, One Journey: Beyond Denominations and Beyond the Walls</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[IF Jesus]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>What if Jesus came today?</p><p>It's a simple question, but it may be one of the most important questions you will ever answer.</p><p>Are we truly ready to meet Christ, or have we become so focused on this life that we've forgotten about eternity? In this short reflection, we look at Jesus' words in <b>Mark 8:36</b> and remind ourselves that nothing in this world is worth losing our soul.</p><p>This message isn't meant to bring fear—it is an invitation to examine our hearts, draw closer to God, and live each day ready for His return.</p><p><b>Scripture:</b><br />📖 Mark 8:36</p><p>If this message encouraged or challenged you, please like, share, and subscribe to Eternal Words so that together we can continue to grow in God's Word.</p><p><b>Hashtags:</b><br />#EternalWords #JesusIsComing #BeReady #Mark836 #Heaven #Salvation #ChristianLiving #Faith #BibleStudy #JesusChrist #Repentance #Gospel #ChristianPodcast #WalkWithGod #Eternity</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">de0937e8-a4fe-4f64-99bc-e0d1d60126f1</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sileola Akinola]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/c3a8f1d18e715454c5ae877acb6bb6f9d1c7ed68f37b05faed50d97effbd6529/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJkZTA5MzdlOC1hNGZlLTRmNjQtOTliYy1lMGQxZDYwMTI2ZjEiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI0ZmVlNjQ4OC0xNDc0LTQ3ZDgtOTdhNS04YmY4N2YwOWM2YzIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2YTE4NDM5YmYxOGJlY2YwN2ZiYmU3ODgiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE0YWY3MTNjY2IxMTE5NzhhOTJjNmE1L2xlcnJ5LWFraW5vbGFzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTctNl9fMi0zMC0xMC5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="3219975" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/4fee6488-1474-47d8-97a5-8bf87f09c6c2/episodes/de0937e8-a4fe-4f64-99bc-e0d1d60126f1/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;What if Jesus came today?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;It&apos;s a simple question, but it may be one of the most important questions you will ever answer.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Are we truly ready to meet Christ, or have we become so focused on this life that we&apos;ve forgotten about eternity? In this short reflection, we look at Jesus&apos; words in &lt;b&gt;Mark 8:36&lt;/b&gt; and remind ourselves that nothing in this world is worth losing our soul.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This message isn&apos;t meant to bring fear—it is an invitation to examine our hearts, draw closer to God, and live each day ready for His return.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Scripture:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;📖 Mark 8:36&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If this message encouraged or challenged you, please like, share, and subscribe to Eternal Words so that together we can continue to grow in God&apos;s Word.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Hashtags:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;#EternalWords #JesusIsComing #BeReady #Mark836 #Heaven #Salvation #ChristianLiving #Faith #BibleStudy #JesusChrist #Repentance #Gospel #ChristianPodcast #WalkWithGod #Eternity&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:06:42</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/4fee6488-1474-47d8-97a5-8bf87f09c6c2/logos/d9e4ce56-4dfa-4201-976b-31a73ec28484.jpeg"/><itunes:episode>6</itunes:episode><itunes:title>IF Jesus</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[It Is Not All Their Fault"]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>How many times have we blamed our parents, our ancestors, or generational curses for the struggles we face today?</p><p>The Bible does acknowledge that sin can have consequences that affect generations. But does that mean every challenge, delay, disappointment, or hardship in our lives is the result of ancestral curses?</p><p>In this episode of Eternal Words, we explore what the Bible really says about generational curses, personal responsibility, suffering, and the new identity we have in Christ. We discuss why some problems are spiritual battles, some are consequences of our own choices, and some are simply part of living in a fallen world.</p><p>Most importantly, we are reminded that while we may inherit many things from our earthly families, our identity, hope, and victory are found in Jesus Christ.</p><p>If you have ever wondered:<br />• Are generational curses real?<br />• Does being in Christ make me free from the past?<br />• Why do Christians still face challenges?<br />• How much responsibility do I have for my own life?</p><p>Then this conversation is for you.</p><p>Welcome to Eternal Words, where we reflect on God's Word together—honestly, practically, and with hope.</p><p>#GenerationalCurses #ChristianPodcast #EternalWords #BibleStudy #PersonalResponsibility #FaithInChrist #SpiritualGrowth #NewCreation #JesusChrist #ChristianLiving #BibleTeaching #ChristianEncouragement #FaithJourney #Overcoming #ChristianFaith</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">88f6ebdd-621c-4112-91c7-98e613e518f0</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sileola Akinola]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/ff27d7a9f2cc65d7f3cf8b7d039d17902cd0798af07b66138557ace95f5f719e/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI4OGY2ZWJkZC02MjFjLTQxMTItOTFjNy05OGU2MTNlNTE4ZjAiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI0ZmVlNjQ4OC0xNDc0LTQ3ZDgtOTdhNS04YmY4N2YwOWM2YzIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2YTE4NDM5YmYxOGJlY2YwN2ZiYmU3ODgiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmE0MTdmYzhkNzVmN2Q4NmMxYTgzOWY3L2xlcnJ5LWFraW5vbGFzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTYtMjhfXzIyLTEwLTQ4Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="28845080" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/4fee6488-1474-47d8-97a5-8bf87f09c6c2/episodes/88f6ebdd-621c-4112-91c7-98e613e518f0/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;How many times have we blamed our parents, our ancestors, or generational curses for the struggles we face today?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Bible does acknowledge that sin can have consequences that affect generations. But does that mean every challenge, delay, disappointment, or hardship in our lives is the result of ancestral curses?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode of Eternal Words, we explore what the Bible really says about generational curses, personal responsibility, suffering, and the new identity we have in Christ. We discuss why some problems are spiritual battles, some are consequences of our own choices, and some are simply part of living in a fallen world.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Most importantly, we are reminded that while we may inherit many things from our earthly families, our identity, hope, and victory are found in Jesus Christ.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you have ever wondered:&lt;br /&gt;• Are generational curses real?&lt;br /&gt;• Does being in Christ make me free from the past?&lt;br /&gt;• Why do Christians still face challenges?&lt;br /&gt;• How much responsibility do I have for my own life?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Then this conversation is for you.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Welcome to Eternal Words, where we reflect on God&apos;s Word together—honestly, practically, and with hope.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;#GenerationalCurses #ChristianPodcast #EternalWords #BibleStudy #PersonalResponsibility #FaithInChrist #SpiritualGrowth #NewCreation #JesusChrist #ChristianLiving #BibleTeaching #ChristianEncouragement #FaithJourney #Overcoming #ChristianFaith&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:15:01</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/4fee6488-1474-47d8-97a5-8bf87f09c6c2/logos/d9e4ce56-4dfa-4201-976b-31a73ec28484.jpeg"/><itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode><itunes:title>It Is Not All Their Fault&quot;</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who Told You That?]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever believed something about yourself simply because someone said it often enough?</p><p>In Genesis 3:11, God asked Adam a simple but powerful question:</p><p><b>"Who told you that you were naked?"</b></p><p>Centuries later, Jeremiah asked another:</p><p><b>"Who is he that saith, and it cometh to pass, when the Lord commandeth it not?"</b> (Lamentations 3:37)</p><p>In this episode of Eternal Words, we explore the voices we listen to, the labels we carry, the lies we believe, and the responsibility we often avoid. We will look at how sin distorts our view of ourselves, why God asks questions He already knows the answer to, and how the gospel offers both truth and grace.</p><p>Before you believe a voice, check its source.</p><p>📖 Scriptures:<br />• Genesis 3:10–21<br />• Genesis 3:11<br />• Lamentations 3:37</p><p>If this message encouraged you, share it with someone who needs to hear it.</p><p>Thank you for listening to Eternal Words.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">9d87416b-9143-448d-86e2-86fa4d0fd8b4</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sileola Akinola]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/d80990d32bdb3b7efc78932afbdde0e70f708567a0633783321508e5b2e4222a/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI5ZDg3NDE2Yi05MTQzLTQ0OGQtODZlMi04NmZhNGQwZmQ4YjQiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI0ZmVlNjQ4OC0xNDc0LTQ3ZDgtOTdhNS04YmY4N2YwOWM2YzIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2YTE4NDM5YmYxOGJlY2YwN2ZiYmU3ODgiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmEzNmVjZmVmYjM1YWU3MDY3YTRiZTM5L2xlcnJ5LWFraW5vbGFzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTYtMjBfXzIxLTQxLTUwLm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="7319946" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/4fee6488-1474-47d8-97a5-8bf87f09c6c2/episodes/9d87416b-9143-448d-86e2-86fa4d0fd8b4/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Have you ever believed something about yourself simply because someone said it often enough?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In Genesis 3:11, God asked Adam a simple but powerful question:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;&quot;Who told you that you were naked?&quot;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Centuries later, Jeremiah asked another:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;&quot;Who is he that saith, and it cometh to pass, when the Lord commandeth it not?&quot;&lt;/b&gt; (Lamentations 3:37)&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode of Eternal Words, we explore the voices we listen to, the labels we carry, the lies we believe, and the responsibility we often avoid. We will look at how sin distorts our view of ourselves, why God asks questions He already knows the answer to, and how the gospel offers both truth and grace.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Before you believe a voice, check its source.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;📖 Scriptures:&lt;br /&gt;• Genesis 3:10–21&lt;br /&gt;• Genesis 3:11&lt;br /&gt;• Lamentations 3:37&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If this message encouraged you, share it with someone who needs to hear it.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Thank you for listening to Eternal Words.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:15:15</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/4fee6488-1474-47d8-97a5-8bf87f09c6c2/logos/d9e4ce56-4dfa-4201-976b-31a73ec28484.jpeg"/><itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Who Told You That?</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[When Prayer Stops Being a Chore]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever felt like prayer, Bible study, or fasting has become just another item on your to-do list?</p><p>Many Christians know these practices are important, yet over time they can begin to feel like obligations rather than opportunities to meet with God. In this episode of <b>Eternal Words</b>, we explore the biblical purpose behind prayer, the Word of God, and fasting—not as religious duties, but as invitations into deeper fellowship with our Heavenly Father.</p><p>Using Scripture alone, we look at how spiritual disciplines move from routine to relationship, from duty to delight, and why knowing God must always remain the goal.</p><p><i>"As the hart panteth after the water brooks, so panteth my soul after thee, O God."</i> — Psalm 42:1</p><p>If prayer has become dry, if Bible study feels routine, or if your spiritual hunger has faded, this message is for you.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">fbffbd5c-f667-4f77-adc1-530b4177a0cf</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sileola Akinola]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/0c70f9ddc6d57a95b3b7fe756cd4be688368093e87418e642e5adc61d89348a1/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJmYmZmYmQ1Yy1mNjY3LTRmNzctYWRjMS01MzBiNDE3N2EwY2YiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI0ZmVlNjQ4OC0xNDc0LTQ3ZDgtOTdhNS04YmY4N2YwOWM2YzIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2YTE4NDM5YmYxOGJlY2YwN2ZiYmU3ODgiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmEyZWZmYmI4YTc2ZDU5MDZlMWIxNmRjL2xlcnJ5LWFraW5vbGFzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTYtMTRfXzIxLTIzLTM5Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="7417957" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/4fee6488-1474-47d8-97a5-8bf87f09c6c2/episodes/fbffbd5c-f667-4f77-adc1-530b4177a0cf/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Have you ever felt like prayer, Bible study, or fasting has become just another item on your to-do list?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Many Christians know these practices are important, yet over time they can begin to feel like obligations rather than opportunities to meet with God. In this episode of &lt;b&gt;Eternal Words&lt;/b&gt;, we explore the biblical purpose behind prayer, the Word of God, and fasting—not as religious duties, but as invitations into deeper fellowship with our Heavenly Father.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Using Scripture alone, we look at how spiritual disciplines move from routine to relationship, from duty to delight, and why knowing God must always remain the goal.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;i&gt;&quot;As the hart panteth after the water brooks, so panteth my soul after thee, O God.&quot;&lt;/i&gt; — Psalm 42:1&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If prayer has become dry, if Bible study feels routine, or if your spiritual hunger has faded, this message is for you.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:15:27</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/4fee6488-1474-47d8-97a5-8bf87f09c6c2/logos/d9e4ce56-4dfa-4201-976b-31a73ec28484.jpeg"/><itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode><itunes:title>When Prayer Stops Being a Chore</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Not Every Question Needs an Answer]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>r?</p><p>As Christians, we often want to explain every problem, solve every situation, and give advice for every struggle. But is that always what God calls us to do?</p><p>In this episode of Eternal Words, we explore what the Bible teaches about knowing when to speak, when to remain silent, when to encourage, when to pray, when to give, and when to simply sit with someone in their pain.</p><p>Using only Scripture, we examine the examples of Job's friends, David, the Good Samaritan, the early church, and even Jesus Himself to discover a powerful truth: not every wound needs an explanation, but every wound needs love.</p><p>If you've ever struggled with knowing what to say to someone who is suffering, grieving, discouraged, or going through a difficult season, this conversation will help you approach others with biblical wisdom, compassion, humility, and grace.</p><p>May we become people who do not rush to explain what we do not understand, but who faithfully love others the way Christ loves us.</p><p>📖 Key Scriptures:<br />• Job 2:13<br />• James 1:19<br />• 1 Samuel 30:6<br />• 1 Thessalonians 5:11<br />• Proverbs 11:14<br />• Acts 12:5<br />• James 2:15-16<br />• Luke 10:33-34<br />• Romans 12:15<br />• John 11:35<br />• Colossians 4:6</p><p>If this message encouraged you, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who may need it today.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">c6a62a75-8c0c-4d43-9975-983e9dbb5426</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sileola Akinola]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/1480673187f48b13dbf5761ea0fb7f6eab6dce041638501a3d408a0ad1f823c9/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJjNmE2MmE3NS04YzBjLTRkNDMtOTk3NS05ODNlOWRiYjU0MjYiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI0ZmVlNjQ4OC0xNDc0LTQ3ZDgtOTdhNS04YmY4N2YwOWM2YzIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2YTE4NDM5YmYxOGJlY2YwN2ZiYmU3ODgiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmEyNDkwYjExMDVmODYyNzJjN2IxNmI0L2xlcnJ5LWFraW5vbGFzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTYtNl9fMjMtMjctMTMubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="33621620" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/4fee6488-1474-47d8-97a5-8bf87f09c6c2/episodes/c6a62a75-8c0c-4d43-9975-983e9dbb5426/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;r?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;As Christians, we often want to explain every problem, solve every situation, and give advice for every struggle. But is that always what God calls us to do?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode of Eternal Words, we explore what the Bible teaches about knowing when to speak, when to remain silent, when to encourage, when to pray, when to give, and when to simply sit with someone in their pain.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Using only Scripture, we examine the examples of Job&apos;s friends, David, the Good Samaritan, the early church, and even Jesus Himself to discover a powerful truth: not every wound needs an explanation, but every wound needs love.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you&apos;ve ever struggled with knowing what to say to someone who is suffering, grieving, discouraged, or going through a difficult season, this conversation will help you approach others with biblical wisdom, compassion, humility, and grace.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;May we become people who do not rush to explain what we do not understand, but who faithfully love others the way Christ loves us.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;📖 Key Scriptures:&lt;br /&gt;• Job 2:13&lt;br /&gt;• James 1:19&lt;br /&gt;• 1 Samuel 30:6&lt;br /&gt;• 1 Thessalonians 5:11&lt;br /&gt;• Proverbs 11:14&lt;br /&gt;• Acts 12:5&lt;br /&gt;• James 2:15-16&lt;br /&gt;• Luke 10:33-34&lt;br /&gt;• Romans 12:15&lt;br /&gt;• John 11:35&lt;br /&gt;• Colossians 4:6&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If this message encouraged you, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who may need it today.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:17:31</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/4fee6488-1474-47d8-97a5-8bf87f09c6c2/logos/d9e4ce56-4dfa-4201-976b-31a73ec28484.jpeg"/><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Not Every Question Needs an Answer</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Restraint Is Not Pretending]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p><b>Restraint Is Not Pretending: What the Bible Really Teaches</b></p><p>Have you ever been angry but chose not to speak harshly because you wanted to honor God? Have you ever been afraid, yet stood on God's promises and moved forward in faith anyway?</p><p>Does that make you fake? Does it mean you are pretending?</p><p>In this episode of Eternal Words, we explore what the Bible really teaches about restraint, self-control, fear, anger, obedience, and spiritual maturity. Many believers struggle with the idea that if their feelings do not immediately match their actions, they must be hypocrites. But is that what Scripture teaches?</p><p>Using only the Bible, we examine the difference between pretending, suppressing emotions, and bringing our emotions under the authority of Christ. We look at the examples of Jesus in Gethsemane, David in times of fear, and the biblical call to walk by faith rather than by feelings.</p><p>You will discover that:<br />• Restraint is not hypocrisy.<br />• Self-control is not pretending.<br />• Faith is not the absence of fear.<br />• Obedience often comes before feelings change.<br />• God calls us to surrender our emotions, not deny them.</p><p>If you have ever wondered whether choosing God's way over your emotions makes you fake, this message will encourage and challenge you.</p><p>📖 Scriptures Referenced:<br />• Galatians 5:16<br />• Matthew 26:39<br />• Ephesians 4:26<br />• Proverbs 16:32<br />• Galatians 5:22–23<br />• Psalm 56:3<br />• Romans 12:2</p><p>Welcome to Eternal Words, where we explore God's truth through Scripture, helping believers grow in faith, wisdom, and spiritual maturity.</p><p>If this message blessed you, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs encouragement today.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">3151dad0-edab-4b75-aa6a-b5584054a281</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Sileola Akinola]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/b56a02c1a4b8058015615b15af8c5f893af00f303bd08a4ac9fb156f4765eebb/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIzMTUxZGFkMC1lZGFiLTRiNzUtYWE2YS1iNTU4NDA1NGEyODEiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI0ZmVlNjQ4OC0xNDc0LTQ3ZDgtOTdhNS04YmY4N2YwOWM2YzIiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2YTE4NDM5YmYxOGJlY2YwN2ZiYmU3ODgiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmExZGU4ZGU1ZjZiNjU1MjQ3OGFkNjgxL2xlcnJ5LWFraW5vbGFzLXN0dWRpby1jb21wb3Nlci0yMDI2LTYtMV9fMjItMTctMzQubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="5935456" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/4fee6488-1474-47d8-97a5-8bf87f09c6c2/episodes/3151dad0-edab-4b75-aa6a-b5584054a281/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Restraint Is Not Pretending: What the Bible Really Teaches&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Have you ever been angry but chose not to speak harshly because you wanted to honor God? Have you ever been afraid, yet stood on God&apos;s promises and moved forward in faith anyway?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Does that make you fake? Does it mean you are pretending?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode of Eternal Words, we explore what the Bible really teaches about restraint, self-control, fear, anger, obedience, and spiritual maturity. Many believers struggle with the idea that if their feelings do not immediately match their actions, they must be hypocrites. But is that what Scripture teaches?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Using only the Bible, we examine the difference between pretending, suppressing emotions, and bringing our emotions under the authority of Christ. We look at the examples of Jesus in Gethsemane, David in times of fear, and the biblical call to walk by faith rather than by feelings.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;You will discover that:&lt;br /&gt;• Restraint is not hypocrisy.&lt;br /&gt;• Self-control is not pretending.&lt;br /&gt;• Faith is not the absence of fear.&lt;br /&gt;• Obedience often comes before feelings change.&lt;br /&gt;• God calls us to surrender our emotions, not deny them.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you have ever wondered whether choosing God&apos;s way over your emotions makes you fake, this message will encourage and challenge you.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;📖 Scriptures Referenced:&lt;br /&gt;• Galatians 5:16&lt;br /&gt;• Matthew 26:39&lt;br /&gt;• Ephesians 4:26&lt;br /&gt;• Proverbs 16:32&lt;br /&gt;• Galatians 5:22–23&lt;br /&gt;• Psalm 56:3&lt;br /&gt;• Romans 12:2&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Welcome to Eternal Words, where we explore God&apos;s truth through Scripture, helping believers grow in faith, wisdom, and spiritual maturity.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If this message blessed you, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs encouragement today.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:12:22</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/4fee6488-1474-47d8-97a5-8bf87f09c6c2/logos/d9e4ce56-4dfa-4201-976b-31a73ec28484.jpeg"/><itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Restraint Is Not Pretending</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item></channel></rss>