Jola Speaks

Jola Ajelabi
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Jola Speaks is a daily Podcast intended to grow and equip its listeners in their trust walk with God. The current focus is on obtaining clarity as we go through our individual processes with God - drop our own will, answering His calling, trusting Him and submitting to His Will. Why me? Why am I here? Why don’t I feel content with my achievements? What is happening to me? Why does my heart feel so heavy? What is wrong? Yes! we have so many questions, I have been there, I understand what you are going through, and you are not alone. I am by no means an expert and every episode is inspired by the Holy Spirit. Let us all learn together under the leading of the Holy Spirit. The podcast unexpectedly started in December 2022 Please listen to the first podcast titled My Podcast Testimony for the full story. I know you will be enlightened as you listen. Got questions? Please let me know.

  1. 18h ago

    How to Stop Trying to Prove People Wrong and Focus on Your Goals

    Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wanted to prove someone wrong after they underestimated you, rejected you or made you question yourself? It's understandable to want to show people what you're capable of. But what happens when the need to prove them wrong starts taking your attention away from what truly matters? In this episode of Jola Speaks, Success Is the Best Form of Revenge, we explore a lesson from Nehemiah 6:15–16 and how he continued rebuilding Jerusalem's wall despite mockery, threats and opposition. Nehemiah's story challenges us to think differently about how we respond when people hurt us or speak against us. Not every provocation deserves our attention, and not every situation requires us to prove a point. In this conversation, we reflect on: How the need to prove people wrong can distract us from our purposeWhat to do when someone's words or actions hurt youKnowing when to respond and when to refocusStaying committed to meaningful work despite criticism and oppositionWhy your purpose should be bigger than someone else's opinion of youWhether you're navigating workplace challenges, difficult relationships, rejection or criticism, this episode will encourage you to examine what is driving you and where your attention is going. Scripture: Nehemiah 6:15–16 The goal isn't to make people regret underestimating you. It's to keep growing, doing meaningful work and remaining faithful to what God has placed before you. Reflection question: Are you building towards something meaningful, or are you still trying to prove something to someone? Jola Speaks is a Christian podcast focused on spiritual growth, biblical insight and practical faith for professionals navigating work, leadership, relationships and everyday life. Subscribe to Jola Speaks for more conversations on growing with God. #JolaSpeaks #GrowingWithGod #FaithAtWork #ChristianLiving #jolaspeaks @jolaspeaks #christianpodcast #dailydevotion #spiritualgrowth

  2. 2d ago

    How to Stay Focused and Finish What God Has Called You to Do | Nehemiah 6:15

    Send us Fan Mail What do you do when the assignment in front of you feels bigger than you can handle? In this episode of Jola Speaks, we reflect on Nehemiah 6:15 and how Jerusalem's wall was completed in just 52 days. Through Nehemiah's example, we explore the importance of focus, prayer, preparation and obedience when pursuing something meaningful. Sometimes we become so overwhelmed by the size of a task that we struggle to begin. Other times, distractions, fear of failure or the pressure of everything that could go wrong make it difficult to keep moving. Nehemiah's story reminds us that we don't have to figure out the entire journey before taking the next step. We can seek God, act on His direction and trust Him as we continue. Whether you're navigating your career, leading a team, building a business or responding to a responsibility you believe God has placed on your heart, this conversation will encourage you to keep moving with wisdom and faith. Scripture: Nehemiah 6:15 Jola Speaks is a Christian podcast focused on spiritual growth and biblical insight for professionals navigating the modern-day marketplace. Listen, reflect and consider: What is the next step you already know you need to take? Keep growing with God. #jolaspeaks @jolaspeaks #christianpodcast #dailydevotion #spiritualgrowth

  3. 6d ago

    Bigger Than You Think: Seeing God's Purpose Beyond the Obvious

    Send us Fan Mail What if the work God has placed in your hands is bigger than you think? In this final reflection on the Book of Nehemiah, Jola shares how rebuilding Jerusalem's wall became part of a much greater story of restoration. We often focus on the task directly in front of us. But whether we're raising children, building a career, leading people or serving in ministry, the impact of our work may extend far beyond what we can see. In this conversation, we reflect on remaining obedient when we don't fully understand God's plan, continuing faithfully with the work in front of us, and trusting Him with the outcome. You may not see the whole picture today. You can still be faithful to your part. This episode concludes Jola Speaks' reflections on Nehemiah and invites us to keep growing with God in our everyday lives. #jolaspeaks @jolaspeaks #christianpodcast #dailydevotion #spiritualgrowth

  4. Oct 15

    How to Stay Focused When Everything Is Distracting You | Nehemiah

    Send us Fan Mail What do you do when opposition, distractions and competing demands threaten to pull you away from what matters? In this episode of Jola Speaks, we reflect on Nehemiah's experience rebuilding Jerusalem's wall and the challenges that threatened to stop the work. From ridicule and intimidation to false accusations and subtle distractions, Nehemiah faced repeated attempts to shift his attention. Yet he continued building. We explore what his example teaches us about focus, prayer, discernment, boundaries and protecting the work God has entrusted to us. You'll be encouraged to consider what deserves your attention, what you need to protect, and how to keep moving forward when distractions arise. Scripture references: Nehemiah 4:6–18; Nehemiah 6:1–9. Jola Speaks is a Christian podcast about growing with God and applying biblical wisdom to everyday life, work and leadership. #jolaspeaks @jolaspeaks #christianpodcast #dailydevotion #spiritualgrowth

  5. Oct 9

    Why We Need Jesus: You Don't Have to Prove Yourself to God

    Send us Fan Mail What happens when our relationship with God starts feeling like a performance?  In this episode of Jola Speaks, we continue through Nehemiah 13:23–31 and reflect on the repeated struggle of God's people to obey perfectly.  Their story reminds us that we cannot save ourselves through our own effort.  Jesus did what our rule-keeping could never do.  We explore grace, mercy, obedience and the difference between obeying God because we love Him and obeying because we feel we need to prove ourselves.  You don't have to earn God's love.  You don't have to save yourself.  Jesus has already made the way.  📖 Nehemiah 13:23–31 #jolaspeaks @jolaspeaks #christianpodcast #dailydevotion #spiritualgrowth

  6. Oct 6

    I'VE DONE EVERYTHING. SO WHY ISN'T THIS WORKING?

    Send us Fan Mail What if you've actually done your part — but you're still carrying the weight of an outcome you cannot control?  In this episode of Jola Speaks, we explore Nehemiah 13:23–31 and Nehemiah's prayer, “Remember me, O my God, for good.”  Nehemiah had rebuilt the wall, dealt with opposition, led people back to God, corrected abuses and done everything within his responsibility. Yet people still had choices of their own.  Jola explores what happens when we confuse an unwanted outcome with failure and carry guilt for things we were never able to control.  Sometimes faithfulness means doing everything God has asked you to do — and then releasing the outcome to Him.  We also explore the pressure we put on ourselves when we expect things to happen according to our own timelines.  Do your part. Obey God. Give your best. Then release the outcome.  📖 Scripture: Nehemiah 13:23–31 #jolaspeaks @jolaspeaks #christianpodcast #dailydevotion #spiritualgrowth

  7. Sep 30

    When You Feel Forgotten by God: Remember Me, O My God

    Send us Fan Mail Have you ever worked hard for a long time and wondered if anyone actually sees what you're doing?  In Nehemiah 13:14, Nehemiah prayed, “Remember me, O my God.”  In this episode, Jola reflects on that prayer through a very personal experience. She shares what it felt like to wonder whether her own work was being remembered or whether it was producing the fruit she hoped for.  This conversation is for anyone who has been showing up faithfully but feels overlooked, unappreciated or discouraged because they aren't seeing the results yet.  God sees. God knows. God remembers.  If you're tempted to pull back because you feel like your work doesn't matter, this is your reminder to encourage yourself in the Lord and keep declaring what God has said.  📖 Nehemiah 13:14 #jolaspeaks @jolaspeaks #christianpodcast #dailydevotion #spiritualgrowth

  8. Sep 28

    What If Your Worry Is Actually a Prayer Point? | Nehemiah 13:14

    Send us Fan Mail What if the things you keep worrying about are actually invitations to talk to God?  In Nehemiah 13:14, Nehemiah brings his concerns directly to God. But Jola sees something bigger in the passage: Nehemiah had developed a pattern of talking to God about everything.  Not just the major decisions. Not just the difficult moments. Everything.  In this episode of Jola Speaks, we explore prayer as more than asking God for what we need. Prayer is part of building an ongoing relationship with Him.  What if the worry about your finances, your relationships, your work, your decisions or tomorrow became a conversation with God instead?  Jola also shares a simple seven-day challenge: whenever you catch yourself worrying, stop and bring it to God.  “Lord, I'm worrying about this. Help me. What should I do?”  📖 Nehemiah 13:14  📖 Philippians 4:6 #jolaspeaks @jolaspeaks #christianpodcast #dailydevotion #spiritualgrowth

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Jola Speaks is a daily Podcast intended to grow and equip its listeners in their trust walk with God. The current focus is on obtaining clarity as we go through our individual processes with God - drop our own will, answering His calling, trusting Him and submitting to His Will. Why me? Why am I here? Why don’t I feel content with my achievements? What is happening to me? Why does my heart feel so heavy? What is wrong? Yes! we have so many questions, I have been there, I understand what you are going through, and you are not alone. I am by no means an expert and every episode is inspired by the Holy Spirit. Let us all learn together under the leading of the Holy Spirit. The podcast unexpectedly started in December 2022 Please listen to the first podcast titled My Podcast Testimony for the full story. I know you will be enlightened as you listen. Got questions? Please let me know.

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  • Creator
    Jola Ajelabi
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    788
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Jola Speaks
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