First Stone

As the last episode of the year, we reflect on our journey and how our relationship with God has developed, the challenges we faced, and our plans for improvement in the coming year. Thank you so much for listening throughout 2024, and God willing, we will see you in 2025. God bless. #readyourbible

In this episode, we discuss whether you should confront your Christian friends or family when they act in an un-Christian manner. We explore what that looks like and some of the best approaches to do this. We also talk about being receptive to being called out as Christians and how this can help you grow.

In this episode, we answer questions brought up throughout the month. Be sure to continue sending in your questions and we will answer them.

In this episode, we delve into the political side of Christianity and the importance of voting. We talk about aligning yourself with candidates who promote Christian values and that even if you don't wholly believe in a candidate's point of view, as Christians, we have to promote the beliefs and values that we hold dear.

In this episode, we address a question from one of our viewers: Are young people going to church to seek God, or are they just following a trend? We discuss the significance of being distinct from worldly influences and embracing God’s calling, emphasizing that chasing trends can lead to losing one’s true self.

In this episode, we talk about a recent festival in our city. We give our perspective on the festival and other events like it, what it means for us as young Christians, and how such events impact our generation.

In this episode, we discuss how having dependable people around can make accomplishing tasks much easier and highlight the significance of being reliable yourself. We explore the role of conflict resolution and managing expectations in both work and personal life. Additionally, we emphasize the importance of honoring your commitments and staying true to your word.

In this episode, we answer questions brought up throughout the month. Be sure to continue sending in your questions and we will answer them.

In this episode we talk the friendship between Kendrick Lamar and Lecrae and what it's means for Christians to uphold their beliefs and act on them when they are in the midst of a secular culture. We also explore the question of whether men should accumulate their wealth prior to marriage or if it is better for them to get married and then begin to accumulate their wealth.

In this episode, we discuss the Old Testament's importance, its lessons, and the behaviour and nature of man's disobedience towards God. We also discuss the contrast between how the Old Testament represents God the Father in both his mercy and judgement towards his chosen people and how the New Testament represents God the Son in the love and embrace that he has towards making everyone his chosen people.

In this episode we talk about why we believe, as Christians, that the Triune God is the one and only true ruler. We talk about our perspectives on this belief and why other gods are imitations of his power and being.

In this episode, we talk about the importance of repentance and what it means to truly repent from your sins. We talk about the steps one can take and the importance of listening to and adhering to your convictions when they appear.

In this episode, we discuss investing back in our home country of Burundi and the harsh realities and obstacles surrounding such a venture. We talk about what is holding us back from taking the leap and how investment in the country's progress is better than investment in only gaining profit.

In this episode, we discuss the expectations and realities of hard work. We discuss the challenges we have endured as we progress in our careers and journey and what we have learnt. Additionally, we talk about the importance of doing work to glorify the Lord and the rewards that come with it.

In this episode, we answer questions brought up throughout the month. Be sure to continue sending in your questions and we will answer them.

In this episode, we discuss the controversy surrounding the Olympic opening ceremony. We talk about how openly Christianity is mocked and how we as Christians need to uphold our faith in the face of persecution. We also discuss the importance of understanding your place in this world and how, although difficult, it is one of the best times to be of the Christian Faith.

In this episode, we discuss the viral sensation that is "Pop the Balloon". We talk about the difference between dating and courting in today's age versus our parent's generations and the things that can be learnt between the two generations.

In this episode we explore our perspectives on marriage ceremonies, what we think is right and wrong with them and what we wish to see occur at our weddings in the future. We discuss the importance of being surrounded by people who care about you and are willing to support you on such an important day.

In this episode, we answer questions brought up throughout the month. Be sure to continue sending in your questions and we will answer them.

This episode discusses the importance of rebuking and calling out false and misleading doctrine. We talk about the importance of speaking out against those who misuse the Word of God and our duty as Christians to stay true to what is written, even when those who are misusing it are the very leaders of the church we may attend.