Love Always
Love Always is a personal podcast hosted by Amondi Gwada that focuses on love, kindness, and emotional encouragement. The host aims to share warmth and affection with listeners in a sometimes cold world. Episodes are conversational and uplifting, offering reflections on relationships and self-love. Listeners can follow the show and host on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.
Episodes
EP 58: The Promise Behind The Pit
Genesis 37:12–36 is where the story turns dark. Joseph is sent by his father to check on his brothers, and instead walks into a plot to kill him. Twenty shekels later, Joseph is on his way to Egypt, and Jacob is left grieving a son he believes is dead.But Joseph being dragged to Egypt in chains isn't a detour from God's plan. It's the plan, in motion.We'll look at what it means tha
EP 57: Loved Differently, Hurt Deeply
Genesis 37 opens with a coat: a gift from a father that says more than fabric ever should. Jacob's obvious favoritism toward Joseph, and Joseph's own dreams of ruling over his brothers, light a fuse that's been burning since the day he was born the favorite. This episode looks at what happens inside a family when one child is set apart, deliberately or not, and how quickly love that is
EP 56: The Brother Who Built Anyway
Genesis 36 steps away from Jacob's story to settle a question we don't always ask: what happened to the brother who didn't get the blessing?The chapter is Esau's family record: his wives, his sons, and how he ends up settled in the hill country of Seir, becoming the father of the Edomites. It reads like a genealogy, but it's really a statement: Esau didn't fade into obscuri
EP 55: From Jacob to Israel
Genesis 35 is a chapter of transitions. God calls Jacob back to Bethel, and before he goes, Jacob does something significant, he purges his household of foreign idols, burying them beneath a tree. At Bethel, God renews His covenant and confirms the new name given earlier: Israel. Rachel dies giving birth to Benjamin, Reuben commits a shocking betrayal, and Isaac's life comes to a close: buried
EP 54: A Father's Silence
Genesis 34 opens with tragedy; Dinah, Jacob's daughter, is violated by Shechem, a Hivite prince who then wants her as his wife. What follows is a tense negotiation between two families, a shocking act of deception involving circumcision, and a massacre carried out by Dinah's brothers, Simeon and Levi.But at the center of it all is Jacob, strangely silent when he first hears the news, and l
EP 53: Obedience Unlocks The Blessing
This episode wrestles with a personal conviction: obedience. It's easy to obey God in the small, private things, where no one's watching and nothing seems to hang on it. But Moses is the example here, a man whose obedience carried the weight of entire generations, and whose every fear had a corresponding answer from God.Trust Him. Know Him intimately. Believe He wants the best for us- more
Ep 52: Forgive, Forgive, Forgive.
In this episode, we sit with Genesis 33: the long-awaited reunion between Jacob and Esau. Esau, despite being wronged years earlier, meets Jacob not with vengeance but as a wealthy, secure man who doesn't even need the gifts Jacob sends ahead. Yet Jacob insists, because the gifts aren't really about wealth, they're about honor, and about seeking genuine forgiveness from his brother.The
EP 51: The Fight To Identity
Alone in the dark, Jacob wrestles a stranger till dawn, and refuses to let go without a blessing. One touch dislocates his hip, but he holds on anyway. When the man asks his name, Jacob finally tells the truth; no more tricks, no more stealing what's not his. He walks away with a new name, a new identity.The blessing didn't skip the wound. It came through it.
EP 50: Turn That Fear To Prayer
Jacob's freedom comes with a terrifying price. Genesis 32 finds him receiving devastating news: his estranged brother Esau is coming to meet him, with 400 armed men. The man Jacob once deceived and stole from is now approaching. Gripped by fear and desperation, Jacob does something he hasn't fully done before, he turns to God in honest, vulnerable prayer. He reminds God of His promises, co
EP 49: When God Calls You Out Of Captivity
Has God ever told you it's time to leave? Genesis 31 is Jacob's exodus story. After God appears and commands Jacob to return home, Jacob doesn't hesitate, he gathers his wives, children, and flocks and flees Laban's control in secret. But freedom isn't just about running away; it's about running toward God's promise. Laban pursues in rage, yet God protects Jacob at ever
EP 48: Standing Ground: When Obedience Opens The Door To Wisdom
Ever wonder when 'standing your ground' becomes wisdom instead of rebellion? Genesis 30 shows us. After years of servitude under his manipulative father-in-law Laban, Jacob finally demands his freedom, only to be refused. But Jacob doesn't break or rebel blindly. Instead, he proposes a bold deal: he'll continue shepherding the flocks, but take the speckled and spotted animals as pa
EP 47: When Desperation Replaces Faith
In Genesis 30, Rachel's longing for children spirals into obsession. Unable to conceive, she gives her maidservant to Jacob and spirals deeper into competition with her sister Leah, all while losing sight of God entirely. Her desperation reveals a hard truth: when we make our spouse, our circumstances, or our desires bigger than God, we forfeit peace and surrender our identity to what we can&#
EP 46: Oh Be Careful Little Eyes What You See...
As we continue our story of Leah and Rachel we find that Leah has had her womb opened by God and now Rachel felt heartbroken by her bareness. She gave her helper to Jacob. Focusing on what others are doing can sometimes lead us into making foolish decisions in the hopes of achieving what they have. How did all this unravel? Watch the full episode to find out.
EP 45: A Family Saga!
In today’s episode, we continue through Book of Genesis as Jacob finally arrives at Laban’s house and begins a new chapter of his journey. We witness his deep love and desire to marry Rachel, the woman who captured his heart from the moment they met. Jacob willingly labours for years in hopes of building a future with her, showing the power of love, patience, and commitment.But the story quickly t
EP 44: The Lord Is In This Place
In today’s episode, we journey through Book of Genesis and explore one of the most powerful moments in Jacob’s life — the dream of a ladder stretching from earth to heaven, with angels ascending and descending upon it. In a season marked by uncertainty, transition, and fear, Jacob encounters the undeniable presence of God in a place he least expected. What seemed like an ordinary location became h
EP 43: The God Who Formed You Knows You
In today’s episode, we take a moment to remember a truth that is easy to forget in seasons of uncertainty: you are not an accident, oversight, or afterthought. It was God’s idea to create you. Before anyone had expectations of you, before your life took unexpected turns, before the confusion, waiting seasons, disappointments, or victories, God already knew you completely. He knows who you are, whe
EP 42: God Is God All By Himself
In today’s episode, we return to Book of Genesis and find the aftermath of Jacob taking Esau’s blessing. Hurt, anger, and betrayal have now turned into something much more dangerous as Esau begins plotting to kill his brother. What started as deception within a family has created division, fear, and consequences that can no longer be ignored.As tensions rise, Rebekah steps in once again in an atte
EP 41: Come To Me All Who Labor & Are Heavy Laden
In today's episode, we encourage ourselves in the Lord. Reminding ourselves that indeed, His grace is sufficient for us. Chin up beloved, God is a loving Father and is so in love with you.
EP 40: The Voice Of God
In today's episode we get into chapter 27 where Isaac blesses Jacob. We look at the importance of knowing the voice of God and being sure and confident of our ability to hear the voice and obey it.
EP 39: The God Who Keeps His Covenant
Today we are in Genesis 26, we get to see God reinforce the covenant He previously made with Abraham, now being reinstated with his son Isaac. We see the covenant in full effect in the life of Isaac.
EP 38: The Birthright.
Today we look at Esau giving up his birthright for a bowl of lentil stew. What is a birth right, what is its significance and what did Esau really end up giving up?
EP 37: The Birth of Esau & Jacob
In today's episode we finalise on chapter 25 of Genesis, looking into the birth of Isaac's children: Esau & Jacob.
EP 36: Keeping The Covenant To The End.
In today's episode, we get to the end of Abraham's life. We see him ensuring the covenant he has with God is left in good order, protected from contamination and family interference.
EP 35: Genesis 24 - Isaac & Rebekah
In today's episode we get into the union of Isaac and Rebekah.
EP 34: Faithfulness Unlocks The Blessing
In today's episode we see what being steady, being consistent and ultimately being faithful unlocked for a servant of a great man of God. Your faithfulness in the little now, is not to be despised.
EP 33: Love Beyond Death - Sarah's Story
In today's episode we learn more about Sarah. We see that there was more to her than just being the woman who laughed when she heard God's promise to her husband Abraham and her.
EP 32: Wonderfully Made By A Wonderful God.
In today's episode we delve into the awesome intention and careful intricacy by which God created us. Do you believe you God made you for great things?
Love Is Back.... Again!
We're back for season 2. On today's episode, we restart the year talking about beginnings: the late starts, the timely starts and how to keep our momentum and be intentional through it all.
EP 30: For God So Loved The World
God's greatest expression of love towards us was in His sending His Son Jesus Christ. What an honour it would be for us to give back to Him freely what He has given us.
After These Things
We handle Genesis 22 today. Are we successfully passing the tests sent to grow and increase our faith?
EP 28: Remember What The Lord Promised
Hagar is out in the wilderness, defeated and in despair...but can she remember the Word of the Lord from before?
EP 27: The Visitation Of The Lord
We are in Genesis 21 and we see the Lord visiting Sarah, and a promise is fulfilled.
EP 26: For The Wages Of Sin Is Death
Here in Genesis 20, we see what happens when we entertain and play in the camp of sin.
EP 25: Lot, Sodom & Gomorrah
We are in Genesis Chapter 19. We saw the wickedness of the land, God's judgement and God's rescue!
EP 24: Is Anything Too Hard For The Lord?
Genesis Chapter 18. Did Sarah really laugh at the promise of God? What was God's response to that?
EP 23: Call Yourself As He Calls You.
God gets into covenant with Abram, changes his and Sarai's names. How do we see ourselves? Does who I am now, determine what God can do with me?
EP 22: The Heart's Posture
Genesis 17 is where we are at today. We see the Lord appearing to Abram and we see his heart's posture. How do we receive the Lord? Are we ready, eager, familiar?
EP 21: A Form Of Surrender.
What do you do when God's instruction seems impossible for you to carry out? What does it take to be known by God? We look at that today.
EP 20: The God Who Sees Me
Does God really help those who help themselves? Why are we helping ourselves? Did God ask us to?Or down not trust Him? Do we believe that God sees us and loves us despite and inspite ourselves? (Genesis 16)
Ep 19: Waiting on The Lord
Genesis Chapter 14. We see Abram inquiring of the Lord about his heir. Genesis Chapter 14. God makes a covenant with Abram
EP 18: Counterfeits
Can you see yourself possessing the promises God made to you? If you can see it, you can have it. Satan desires you not possess your possessions and present you with counterfeits. Stay rooted in God's promise!
EP 17: Trusting In the Unfamiliar
Genesis 12. Abram sees a potential problem and devises an solution for himself...without the wisdom of God.
Ep 16: Get Up! Move! Go!
What are some things that cause us to slow down, get distracted, become delayed in the things God has called us to do? Let us lay them down that we may run and run swiftly.
EP 15: The Tower of Babel
Just what are we able to accomplish when we come together as one? Was God against their unity? What really happened at the Tower of Babel?
EP 14: No More Labels
What should we call ourselves? What does God call us? Do we put unfair and unnecessary labels on ourselves and our neighbours? Let's talk about it today!
EP 13: God's Covenant With Noah
The flood has subsided, God has remembered Noah...Now, God gets into covenant with Noah and His sons.
EP 12: Our Reasonable Service.
This week we tackle a few things: How we discern the voice of God and what our reasonable service to God is.
Episode 11: But God!!
Nothing like a good plot twist orchestrated by our Good God!! Trust Him for that 'suddenly' to happen in your life! We see God remembering people throughout scripture and what that potentially means for us.
EP 10: The Vessel of Salvation
The floodgates of heaven are opened, the fountains of the great deep burst. Noah is saved by the Lord in the ark.
EP 9: Walking With God- Noah.
Noah is introduced to us, a righteous man. Blameless in the sight of God even in the midst of a wicked people. What did he do that made the Lord spare Him?
EP 8: Family Ties
We take a dive into the lineage of Cain. Seth is born, hope is near!
EP 7: Brother's Keeper.
Enter Cain and Abel. What is an acceptable offering to give to the Lord?
EP 6: God's Divine Judgement
So man has eaten from the forbidden fruit, judgement must come. We see however God's perfect plan to draw man back to Himself.
EP 5: The Fall of Man
Man takes the forbidden bite.
EP 4: In The Image Of God.
Man: Created from dust, in the image of God.
EP 3: The Recreation Story
We finally get into the recreation story in the book of Genesis.
EP 2: In The Beginning
Let's jump right where it all begun.
EP 1: Love Is Back!
Love Always is back! Jump in and let’s love on each other!
Episode 7: How Was Your Trip?
I got this question a lot! Let’s summarize how my last trip was…and what I generally think of travels!
Movies/Books Recommendations
We discuss a few movies and books we believe everybody must watch and read!!
Observing 30s
A few things we’re realizing about the 30s….
Episode 4: Let’s Go To Church!
What is the role of the church in your life? Is it a priority? Let’s hear what you had to say!
Episode 3: Therapy Anyone?
We all need therapy. The help, tools, sounding board to help us be better versions of ourselves. Let’s get into it!
Episode 2: Boundaries With Self!
Boundaries are big and we’re always trying to identify and implement them when it comes to others. But what about with ours” own selves?
Boundaries in Friendship.
What are boundaries to you? Do they change as we get older? How practical are they in friendships? Let’s get into it!
What’s In Your Hand?
There’s always a way out, always help to be received, always God to trust.
Season 4: Episode 1. We’re Back! For Real This Time!
It’s almost been a year….what’s been happening?! A lot!! But before we get into that, let’s break the ice real quick!
Season 3 Finale!
Stock Taking and A Merry Christmas to You!
Episode 11: Hello.... Again!
It was a very brief hiatus... but we’re back on!!
Episode 10: Why God?
What’s driving you to choose God? Why Him?
Episode 9: Who Will I Say Sent Me?
Who is God to you? Remove all the noise and just figure that out for yourself... trust me, He wants you to.
Episode 8: Pause For A Bit
What are you doing for you? Do you even know what you want? Let’s get into it.
Episode 7: Get To Know Me-ish.
You wanted to know a bit about me? This was tough to do.... but here we are.
Episode 7: Story Time Cont’d...
We turned left.... what happened next? Listen in!
Episode 6: Story Time!!!
Let’s warm up, the weather is cold! Story anyone?
Episode 5: Spirits... Not The Kind You’re Thinking.
Spiritual Self-Care Anyone?
Episode 4: Think. Choose. Feel
Self-Care for the Soul Anyone?
Episode 3: Body Goals!
Self-Care for the Body Anyone?
Episode 3: Body Goals!
Self- Care for the Body Anyone?
Episode 2: Self Care
Loving on yourself? It’s time we normalize it.
