• Jordan & Paula on God's Calling and Following Him at Any Cost
    Dec 12 2025

    In this episode of the Words of This Life Show, hosts Ayo Odole and Pablo Valenzuela sit down with Jordan and Paula—two believers who followed the Lord’s call into full-time campus ministry, each with their own story, their own struggles, and their own walk of faith.Jordan and Paula open up about how the Lord called them individually to serve Him, what it meant to give themselves fully to His work, and how that decision shaped their lives in ways they never expected. They speak honestly about the backlash they faced from friends, family, and even their own fears—but also about the deep spiritual blessings, joy, and purpose that came from simply saying yes to the Lord.Whether it was leaving behind career plans, navigating misunderstandings, or learning to trust God for every need, their stories show that following Jesus is costly—but the gain is beyond measure. Through their testimonies, listeners will see how God proves Himself faithful to those who choose Him first, and how He builds a life richer than anything we could plan for ourselves.Inspired by Acts 5:20, Words of This Life shares real testimonies from believers whose lives show that Christ is alive and active today.📅 New episodes every FridayConnect with us:Instagram — instagram.com/wordsofthislifeshowTikTok — tiktok.com/@wordsofthislifepodcastSpotify — open.spotify.com/show/1QXthrCapNx0JAcLBHgkGq

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    1 hr and 20 mins
  • Crosville and Dora Talk Marriage, Mission, and Following God’s Voice
    Dec 5 2025

    In this episode of the Words of This Life Show, hosts Ayo Odole and Pablo Valenzuela sit down with Crosville and Dora Williams to share about following God’s leading, navigating marriage, and children– all while serving on long-term mission trips.
    Crosville and Dora share about how God called them individually to missions and how that journey shaped their faith, marriage and perspective. They open up about the challenges, the process of giving themselves to missions and everything in between. They share about how leaning on God got them through every season.
    Through their experiences, listeners will see how God’s faithfulness sustains us in all different kinds of situations and how we can find our real home in Him.
    Inspired by Acts 5:20, Words of This Life shares real testimonies from believers whose lives show that Christ is alive and active today.
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    1 hr and 30 mins
  • Is God Still Faithful During Hard Times? Preston & Gilma Share Their Story
    Nov 28 2025


    In this episode of the Words of This Life Show, hosts Ayo Odole and Pablo Valenzuela sit down with Preston and Gilma to talk about trusting in God’s faithfulness and leaning on the members of the Body of Christ during life’s most difficult seasons.
    Gilma opens up about her complicated pregnancy and how God’s faithfulness sustained her in ways she never expected. Preston shares how a concussion and fractured vertebrae put everything into perspective, and how calling on the Lord transformed his perspective and strength.
    Together, their stories reveal that God is faithful—even when life feels overwhelming—and that true support comes from leaning on the Body and seeking Him together. They show that trusting God isn’t about having all the answers but walking with Him through each trial step by step.
    Inspired by Acts 5:20, Words of This Life features real testimonies from real believers, showing that Christ is alive, active, and speaking today. Whether you’re facing health challenges, accidents, or uncertainty, this conversation will encourage you to trust God’s faithfulness and rely on the community He provides.
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    1 hr and 28 mins
  • Knowing God’s Will: David & Reese Share Their Stories
    Nov 21 2025

    In this episode of the Words of This Life Show, hosts Ayo Odole and Pablo Valenzuela sit down with David and Reese to talk about one of the biggest questions believers face: How do you know God’s will?David shares how the Lord has been guiding him through major life decisions, teaching him to trust God’s timing rather than his own. Reese opens up about learning to discern the Lord’s voice in the middle of pressure, opportunities, and personal expectations.Together, their stories show that God is faithful to lead us when we seek Him, stay open, and allow His Word to shine on our path. Knowing God’s will isn’t about having everything figured out—it’s about walking with Him step by step.Inspired by Acts 5:20, Words of This Life features real testimonies from real believers—revealing that Christ is alive, active, and speaking today. Whether you’re navigating big decisions, waiting on the Lord, or learning to follow Him more closely, this conversation will encourage you to trust His leading.📅 New episodes every FridayConnect with us:Instagram — instagram.com/wordsofthislifeshowTikTok — tiktok.com/@wordsofthislifepodcast

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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Why the Church? Jim Lee talks Christ, God’s House and a Life-changing Realization
    Nov 7 2025

    In this episode of the Words of This Life Show, hosts Ayo Odole and Pablo Valenzuela sit down with Jim Lee to talk about how seeing God’s eternal purpose changed the way he views the Christian life and the church.From growing up not knowing anything about God to discovering what the Bible reveals about God’s desire for the church, Jim shares how his understanding of Christ and the Body has changed his life. His story shows that the Christian life isn’t just individual—it’s corporate, a life lived together in the church to fulfill God’s purpose.Inspired by Acts 5:20, Words of This Life features real testimonies from real believers—showing that Christ is alive and active today. Whether you’re new to the Christian life or seeking to know God’s plan more deeply, this episode invites you to see how Christ and the church are at the center of it all.📅 New episodes every FridayConnect with us:Instagram — instagram.com/wordsofthislifeshow

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    1 hr and 22 mins
  • Loving God First: Juston & Vanessa Share Their Journeys
    Oct 31 2025

    In this episode of the Words of This Life Show, hosts Ayo Odole and Pablo Valenzuela sit down with Juston and Vanessa, two believers living out their faith in very different seasons of life.

    Vanessa, a married mom, shares how loving the Lord above all else shapes her family, daily decisions, and priorities, while Juston opens up about the challenges and joys of serving in campus ministry and keeping his love for the Lord fresh in his daily walk. Their stories reveal how God meets us where we are, calls us to keep coming to Him, and shows that loving Him first transforms every aspect of our lives. Their stories reveal how God meets us where we are, calls us to prioritize Him, and shows that loving Him first transforms every aspect of life.

    Inspired by Acts 5:20, Words of This Life features real testimonies from real believers—showing that Christ is alive and active today. Whether you’re navigating family life, ministry, or personal growth, this conversation encourages you to put God at the center of it all.

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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • Letting Go of Earthly Ambition for Eternal Purpose: Josh and Ty’s Story
    Oct 24 2025

    In this episode of the Words of This Life Show, hosts Ayo Odole and Pablo Valenzuela sit down with Josh Herman and Ty Wilson, two young believers whose paths once pointed toward success in basketball and film — but whom God redirected toward something far greater.

    Josh shares how his pursuit of the NBA left him empty until he encountered the Lord in a living way, while Ty opens up about how his dream of winning an Oscar was transformed into a calling to live for Christ. Together, their stories reveal how God meets us in our ambitions, redefines success, and leads us to find true purpose in Him.

    Inspired by Acts 5:20, Words of This Life features real testimonies from real believers—showing that Christ is still living and active in people today. Whether you’re chasing a dream or learning to surrender one, we hope this conversation encourages you to pursue Him wherever you are.

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    1 hr and 39 mins
  • Why A Podcast? Ayo and Pablo Talk Purpose, Christ, and the Words of This Life
    Oct 15 2025

    Welcome to the first episode of the Words of This Life Show!

    In this conversation, hosts Ayo Odole and Pablo Valenzuela share their own stories — how they each came to know the Lord, what shaped their journey, and how Words of This Life began. Inspired by Acts 5:20, this show is all about hearing real testimonies from real believers and seeing how Christ is living and active in people today.

    Whether you’re new in your faith or have been walking with the Lord for years, we hope this conversation encourages you to pursue Him and to speak the words of this life wherever you are.

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    1 hr and 15 mins