Hard Truths Podcast
Join your host, Sista Nissi, as I embark on a spiritual journey through the Bible. The podcast features three engaging segments:
•Papa Teach (Biweekly): Gain wisdom from Papa Teach, a seasoned pastor with over 25 years of experience, as he answers all your faith-related questions.
•Little Voices, Big Faith (Biweekly): Listen to the powerful testimonies of children aged 2-14 as they share their faith and spiritual insights.
•What’s Going On in the Kingdom (Monthly): Discover the latest from the Christian community as I spotlight ministries and events, featuring interviews with those making an impact for the Kingdom.
Tune in to explore faith from all angles and be inspired by the stories and wisdom shared.
Episodes
28 episodes
How Can We Know Our Place in God's Plan? – Part 2
In Part 2 of the answer to "How Can We Know Our Place in God's Plan?" Papa Teach dives deeper into what it really means to discover your God-given gift, calling, or spiritual office. He challenges the modern church culture that reduces divine p...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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38:26
How Can We Know Our Place in God's Plan? - Part 1
In this episode, Papa Teach addresses a question many Christians grapple with: "How can we know our place in God's plan?" He begins by emphasizing the importance of pursuing God over seeking gifts. Rather than chasing talents or titles, he remi...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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30:01
A Crown of Virtue: Embracing Your Role as a Wife
Welcome to a special ladies-only episode of the Hard Truths Podcast with your host, Sista Nissi! In this new segment, “Her Crown, His Glory,” we’re diving deep into what it truly means to live as a Proverbs 31 woman. This is a space de...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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20:15
How do I hold on to hope when freedom seems so far away?
In this week's episode of Papa Teach, we dive into a meaningful question and uncover a powerful answer: "How do I hold on to hope when freedom seems so far away?" Papa Teach defines biblical hope as a positive expectation for ...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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11:40
Little Voices, Big Faith (Evan 7)
In this episode, I talk with Evan, a 7-year-old young man who’s developing his own relationship with God after his family came to faith when he was 6. Despite his young age, Evan shares some of the ways he’s personally connected with God and wh...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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27:50
What is the purpose or significance of addressing others as 'Brother' or 'Sister' before their name in Christian circles, or using the title 'Pastor'?
In this episode, Papa Teach answers the question: What is the purpose or significance of addressing others as 'Brother' or 'Sister' before their name in Christian circles, or using the title 'Pastor'? He explains that using these title...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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29:17
Little Voices, Big Faith (Enoch 10)
In this short but powerful episode of Little Voices, Big Faith, Enoch shares an uplifting testimony that reveals the incredible ways God has moved in his life. With heartfelt sincerity, he expresses his journey of faith and deep love f...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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9:27
(Part 3) How can we have free will, but at the same time be predestined? (Final Part(
In this episode Papa Teach answers the question "How can we have free will, but at the same time be predestined?" Papa Teach explains how the concepts of free will and predestination are not contradictory, but rather God is using your will to f...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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30:28
What's Going on in the Kingdom? - Nights of Praise and Prayer
In this debut episode of What's Going on in the Kingdom, I sit down with the passionate team behind Nights of Praise and Prayer to explore the heart of their ministry. We discuss their mission, how they’ve impacted the community, and what makes...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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1:19:00
Little Voices, Big Faith (Emery 13)
In this Episode of Little Voices, Big Faith 13 Year old Emery shares how God saved her at 12 years old. She is just beginning highschool and is eager to be used by God. Having been raised in the world under the ideologies of the world to being ...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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49:25
(Part 2) How can we have free will, but at the same time be predestined?
In this episode Papa Teach continues to answer the question "How can we have free will, but at the same time be predestined?" Papa Teach breaks down the concept of being predestined. He explains how God can never increase in knowledge, which me...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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15:12
How can we have free will, but at the same time be predestined? (Part 1)
In this episode Papa Teach answers the age-old question "How can we have free will, but at the same time be predestined?" Papa Teach unpacks the concept of free will, shedding light on what free means in a biblical context of free will and who ...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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10:42
Little Voices, Big Faith (Naomi 8)
In this heartwarming episode of Little Voices, Big Faith, 8-year-old Naomi shares her beautiful relationship with God. Listen in as Naomi talks about her favorite Bible movie, her heart to be used by God, and the things she finds most ...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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15:56
Are demons real?
In this episode, Papa Teach answers the question, “Are demons real?" Demons, the devil, and evil is glorified and taken lightly in today’s culture. Make no mistake demons are very real and seeking to destroy your soul. Listen as Papa Teach expl...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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12:26
Little Voices, Big Faith (Hezekiah 8)
In this first episode of Little Voices, Big Faith, 8-year-old Hezekiah shares his relationship with God. Listen as he talks about his faith, his calling, and the transformation God has done in his life.This episode is a beautiful reminder of th...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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15:28
Can I pray for the dead to go to heaven?
In this episode, Papa Teach answers the question, “Can I pray for the dead to go to heaven?” While the desire to intercede for loved ones who have passed away is understandable, Scripture provides clarity on the state of the soul after death an...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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11:04
Should Christians Get Tattoos?
In this episode Papa Teach answers the question “Should Christian’s get tattoos?” A lot of people have personal opinions on this topic but our concern as Christian’s should be how does our Savior view the situation. In listening to this podcast...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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37:14
Should an unmarried Christian couple be kissing?
In this episode Papa Teach answers the question “Should an unmarried Christian couple be kissing?” Allow God to minister to you as Papa Teach gives biblical counsel on the matter. Many believe that only sex is crossing the line and everything e...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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18:25
What do you need to know to create a close relationship with the God of the Bible?
In this episode, Papa Teach answers, "What do we need to know to create a close relationship with the God of the Bible?" This answer is specifically for those who fall into one of these 3 categories 1) The drifter (you have become dull an...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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16:25
What bible Version should you read?
Papa Teach answers the question "What bible version should you read?" There are hundreds of different bible translations. As a new believer, it can be overwhelming to buy a bible. Hopefully, this podcast will help you to choose your bible...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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24:12
(Part 4) "Is it possible for a Christian to stop sinning for one day?"
In this final part of the mini-series "Is it possible for a Christian to stop sinning for one day?" Papa Teach explains Romans 7:14-24. Paul discusses his pre-conversion state, being a Jew under the moral law of Moses. Paul in this chapter is p...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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14:28
(Part 3) "Is it possible for a Christian to stop sinning for one day?"
In this part of the mini-series "Is it possible for a Christian to stop sinning for one day?" Papa Teach explains 1 Timothy 1:15. In this verse, Paul says he is the chief of sinners. Many believers use this scripture to justify identifyin...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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10:00
(Part 2) Is it possible for a christian to stop sinning for one day?
Part one of "Is it possible to go one day without sinning?" had a lot of questions. In this part (2) Papa Teach responds to some of the comments that were made on the original answer. If you have not yet go listen to the original answer for mor...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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10:46
Is it possible for a Christian to stop sinning for one day?
Papa Teach answers this week's question "Is it possible for a Christian to stop sinning for one day?" Unfortunately, MANY Christians believe they cannot escape sin even for one day. Although not surprising with the watered-down Christiani...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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13:34
