On this episode, I'm joined by my very good friend and sister. Together, we reflect on 2020 and all of its ups and downs. We discuss the MANY things we've seen and learnt this year. Most importantly we reflect on how we have learned to reject the world's "new normal" and choose to live confidently in uncertain times. Connect with Iyin on YouTube: E…

Have you ever wondered how those who witnessed Christ's crucifixion on Friday must have felt between that evening and the resurrection on Sunday? Join me on this new episode to hear a few of my thoughts.By Victoria Olaniyan

In the previous episode we spoke about obedience and how complete obedience consists of three parts: listening, doing and staying faithful. Now on todays episode we're continuing the conversation. Joining me on this episode is a very special guest Ashley BA Music. Together we delve into the topic of obedience and how it can be linked faith. In this…

In a generation that wears hyper-productivity as a badge of honour. In a society where it now seems odd not to have 10345 side hustles - can God still find people who can stay faithful to that ONE thing He has called them to do. In this episode, I discuss what it means to walk in complete obedience and the steps to completing whatever project you s…

In today's episode, the last of 2019, I share on how the Lord has really teaching about the importance of rest. Not only rest, but resting in Him. We live in society that wears stress and burnout as a badge of honour. We live in a society that values doing everything and anything all the time over actually enjoying everyday life. But as we go into …

ITS MY BIRTHDAY!!! Today I turn 25 and on this episode I share a few lessons I've learned on my journey to 25. P.S. As always, please don't forget to share, subscribe and leave a review or comment. Let's connect! Follow the show on Instagram @theidentitypodcast or drop me an email at info@chosenbyhim.co.uk Personal Page on Instagram @v.olani…

The Faith Series continues!!!!! On this episode I am joined by a very good friend and brother of mine. Someone who I have seen walk in faith through many seasons of life and together we discuss everything surrounding our faith in God and how put our faith to action in our daily lives. We discuss practical issues such as losing faith, struggling wit…

Hello Everyone!!!! WELCOME BACK TO THE IDENTITY PODCAST AND WELCOME TO SEASON 2! I am excited to kick off this brand new season with a little story of how I came into genuine relationship with the Lord. This story is extremely dear to my heart and I really pray you are blessed by it. P.S. As always, please don't forget to share, subscribe and leave…

We have officially come to the end of our relationship series: Hope and Singleness. It has been a wonderful time with the fantastic Tumininu Olaoshun and if your feedback is anything to go by I am sure you all have been blessed. Throughout this series we have explored topics relating to contentment, shooting your shot, bad dating decisions, lonelin…

On today's episode we begin a brand new series titled: Hope and Singleness. I am joined by the wonderful Tumininu Olaoshun. She is the author the brand new book - What They Don't Tell You About Being Single and the founder of the platform Knowing Better Doing Better. In this 4 part series we talk about everything from loneliness, to contentment, ba…

On today's episode we begin a brand new series titled: Hope and Singleness. I am joined by the wonderful Tumininu Olaoshun. She is the author the brand new book - What They Don't Tell You About Being Single and the founder of the platform Knowing Better Doing Better. In this 3 part series we talk about everything from loneliness, to contentment, ba…

On today's episode we begin a brand new series titled: Hope and Singleness. I am joined by the wonderful Tumininu Olaoshun. She is the author the brand new book - What They Don't Tell You About Being Single and the founder of the platform Knowing Better Doing Better. In this 3 part series we talk about everything from loneliness, to contentment, ba…

In today's episode, the first of 2019, I share how I have narrowed down all my New Year goals to ONE! The Ultimate Resolution! Thank you all so much for your love and support over the last year, I really appreciate every single one you. As we come to the end of Season 1, kindly send in your comments, requests and suggestions and I'll try to incorpo…

In today's episode, the last of 2018, I share what I have found to be the most common reasons why fail to achieve certain goals and tend to carry them over from year to year. Thank you all so much for your love and support this year, I really appreciate every single one you. Be Blessed and I hope you enjoy today's episode P.S. As always, please don…

In today's episode, I introduce a brand new segment where I try my best to answer your questions and cover any topic requests yo send in. Today's question is: What Do You When You Reach A Dead End? The song I make reference to in the episode is also Like Oil by We Will Worship https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YWrUjhMsUb8 Be Blessed and I hope you en…

Feeling burned out? In this short episode, I go through the various reasons why Christian leaders and believers in general experience burnout, the common ways to fall into the trap, and I also discuss the various ways in which to avoid burnout and how to stay connected to the fire. P.S. As always, please don't forget to share, subscribe and leave a…

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One of the most vital and crucial things that you must first of all understand in the kingdom of God is how to understand your times and your seasons with the Lord. Understanding your times and seasons will help prevent you from making a lot of mistakes in the future. It will also help prevent you from making wrong turns and unwise decisions in you…

Hey Guys! The "New Year, Same Me" series continues ... this episode, we're discussing Persistence! One of the elements that ought to be present in the Christian lifestyle is persistence. It means to continue in the cause, to remain, to endure. A Christian must develop the ability to keep on keeping on even in the midst of adversity. A good beginnin…

Hey Guys! The "New Year, Same Me" series continues ... this episode, we're discussing all things CONSISTENCY! Have you ever wondered how some people are able to achieve massive amounts of success in whatever they do, while others work just as hard but achieve very little? It could be said that those who achieve high levels of success are simply mor…

To acheive our goals this year and in life, we have to adjust our level of commitment and give our full attention to everything we believe God has called us to do. Diligence cannot be a sideline issue. Your God given goals must have your full consideration, your undivided attention, and your mental and spiritual concentration.…

Hey Guys! This week I'm joined by a very good friend of mine, Bukunmi. Over the next 3 episodes, we'll be talking about people pleasing and how it influences our identity. We'll also be sharing our experiences of people pleasing and our tips on overcoming people pleasing. Core Scripture: Am I now trying to win the approval of human beings, or of Go…

Hey Guys! This week I'm joined by a very good friend of mine, Bukunmi. Over the next 3 episodes, we'll be talking about people pleasing and how it influences our identity. We'll also be sharing our experiences of people pleasing and our tips on overcoming people pleasing. Core Scripture: Am I now trying to win the approval of human beings, or of Go…

Hey Guys! This week I'm joined by a very good friend of mine, Bukunmi. Over the next 3 episodes, we'll be talking about people pleasing and how it influences our identity. We'll also be sharing our experiences of people pleasing and our tips on overcoming people pleasing. Core Scripture: Am I now trying to win the approval of human beings, or of Go…

Top Tips for getting over Trust Issues 1.Endurance: God sees the pain and suffering we experience due to how people have betrayed our trust. God sees. But he expects us to endure these situations and come out strong. If we pray and ask Him for help, God gives us the strength to overcome the hurts of broken trust. 2. Trust God: It gets to stage wher…

The Father formed you and created you in his image and likeness for his pleasure. When you sinned and rebelled against him, he sent his Son to die for you. After this, he sent his Spirit to live in you. To crown it all, he calls you his child. With all of this, are you surprised that someone, somewhere hates you.…

Have you ever wondered why God doesn’t just immediately take us to Heaven the moment we accept his grace? Why does he leave us in a fallen world? He leaves us here to fulfill his purposes. Once you are saved, God intends to use you for his goals. God has a ministry for you in his Church and a mission for you in the world.…

Deep down, we all long to be accepted and pursued. This longing is also accompanied by a deep sense of rejection when we feel as if we don’t fit in or seem to be forgotten But we have this one hope, in spite of our feelings of rejection, there is a hope that If you have accepted Christ as your Savior you are a part of a royal priesthood. In Christ.…

On this episode, we discussed all things surrounding the love of God towards us and how this influences or affects our identity. Six useful steps for when you're struggling to accept God's love 1. Confess your shortcomings 2. Believe that you are loveable 3. Let go of anger 4. Express your feelings 5. Clean up your image of God 6. Ask for prayer…

On this episode, we discussed the topic of forgiveness. We covered topics such as receiving and accepting forgiveness from God, dealing with guilt and shame, whether there is such a thing as forgiving yourself and whether God can still forgive someone who commits the same sin over and over again. FOUR KEY POINTS ON FORGIVENESS 1. We all sin and the…

The Identity Podcast utilizes various practical and biblical discussions centered on faith, lifestyle and personal development and takes its listeners on a journey of embracing their identity and purpose in this age of confusion and comparison.By Victoria Olaniyan