<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><?xml-stylesheet href="https://feeds.captivate.fm/style.xsl" type="text/xsl"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:googleplay="http://www.google.com/schemas/play-podcasts/1.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0"><channel><atom:link href="https://feeds.captivate.fm/forever-welcomed/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><title><![CDATA[Forever Welcomed with Oghosa Iyamu]]></title><podcast:guid>7e955d5a-4327-50ef-b87e-e5bd5cf89f50</podcast:guid><lastBuildDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2025 19:03:03 +0000</lastBuildDate><generator>Captivate.fm</generator><language><![CDATA[en]]></language><copyright><![CDATA[Copyright 2025 Oghosa Iyamu]]></copyright><managingEditor>Oghosa Iyamu</managingEditor><itunes:summary><![CDATA[What does it really mean to belong, and to know God welcomes you?  

Join Bible teacher and Forever Welcomed author Oghosa Iyamu as she traces one of God’s most often overlooked attributes throughout the story of Scripture. We’ll journey behind the text, to the culture that influenced it, the people who lived it, and the God who still invites us into it.

Whether you’re brand-new to the Bible or have walked with God for decades, each episode is designed to meet you right where you are—on your own or with a small group—drawing you deeper into God’s Word and His generous hospitality.

Because right now, God is welcoming you!

Follow or subscribe now, and let’s learn about the God who welcomes us, one episode at a time.]]></itunes:summary><image><url>https://artwork.captivate.fm/6760ae9d-de06-45b6-b925-0428a0802a65/Forever-Welcomed.jpeg</url><title>Forever Welcomed with Oghosa Iyamu</title><link><![CDATA[https://forever-welcomed.captivate.fm]]></link></image><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/6760ae9d-de06-45b6-b925-0428a0802a65/Forever-Welcomed.jpeg"/><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Oghosa Iyamu</itunes:name></itunes:owner><itunes:author>Oghosa Iyamu</itunes:author><description>What does it really mean to belong, and to know God welcomes you?  

Join Bible teacher and Forever Welcomed author Oghosa Iyamu as she traces one of God’s most often overlooked attributes throughout the story of Scripture. We’ll journey behind the text, to the culture that influenced it, the people who lived it, and the God who still invites us into it.

Whether you’re brand-new to the Bible or have walked with God for decades, each episode is designed to meet you right where you are—on your own or with a small group—drawing you deeper into God’s Word and His generous hospitality.

Because right now, God is welcoming you!

Follow or subscribe now, and let’s learn about the God who welcomes us, one episode at a time.</description><link>https://forever-welcomed.captivate.fm</link><atom:link href="https://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com" rel="hub"/><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><itunes:category text="Religion &amp; Spirituality"><itunes:category text="Christianity"/></itunes:category><itunes:category text="Arts"><itunes:category text="Books"/></itunes:category><podcast:locked>no</podcast:locked><podcast:medium>podcast</podcast:medium><item><title>Impartial Church: How Can We Live Out God’s Impartial Love? | Week 6</title><itunes:title>Impartial Church: How Can We Live Out God’s Impartial Love? | Week 6</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode of the <em>Forever Welcomed Podcast</em>, we step into <strong>Week Six: The Impartial Church</strong>.</p><p>The world is divided but the Church of Jesus Christ doesn’t have to be.</p><p>In this week’s episode, Oghosa unpacks how we can live as <strong>the Impartial Church, </strong>not just believing the gospel, but practicing it through the power of the Holy Spirit. It’s a timely call to rise as God's lightbearers in the dark.</p><p>You don’t want to miss this powerful closing conversation with practical next steps on what it means to embody the impartial love of God in today’s world.</p><h3><br></h3><p><strong>RESOURCES &amp; LINKS</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://oghosaiyamu.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Purchase the Forever Welcomed Bible study</a></li><li>Follow Oghosa on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/oghosaiyamu" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@oghosaiyamu</a></li><li>Stay connected for updates, resources, and future studies at <a href="https://www.oghosaiyamu.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">oghosaiyamu.com</a></li></ul><br/><h3><br></h3><p><strong>SUPPORT &amp; COMMUNITY</strong></p><p>Share this podcast with a friend who needs the reminder that God’s Church is called to welcome all.</p><p>Don’t miss a single episode—hit follow or subscribe wherever you listen. And if this podcast has encouraged you, would you take a moment to leave a review? Your words help others discover <em>Forever Welcomed</em> and join us in reflecting God’s impartial love.</p><h3><br></h3><h3><strong>﻿DISCLAIMER</strong></h3><p>The <em>Forever Welcomed Podcast</em> is a companion to the <em>Forever Welcomed</em> Bible study, but you don’t need the study to follow along. It’s designed to encourage and equip you in your walk with Christ, serving as a resource alongside (not in place of) Scripture itself.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode of the <em>Forever Welcomed Podcast</em>, we step into <strong>Week Six: The Impartial Church</strong>.</p><p>The world is divided but the Church of Jesus Christ doesn’t have to be.</p><p>In this week’s episode, Oghosa unpacks how we can live as <strong>the Impartial Church, </strong>not just believing the gospel, but practicing it through the power of the Holy Spirit. It’s a timely call to rise as God's lightbearers in the dark.</p><p>You don’t want to miss this powerful closing conversation with practical next steps on what it means to embody the impartial love of God in today’s world.</p><h3><br></h3><p><strong>RESOURCES &amp; LINKS</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://oghosaiyamu.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Purchase the Forever Welcomed Bible study</a></li><li>Follow Oghosa on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/oghosaiyamu" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@oghosaiyamu</a></li><li>Stay connected for updates, resources, and future studies at <a href="https://www.oghosaiyamu.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">oghosaiyamu.com</a></li></ul><br/><h3><br></h3><p><strong>SUPPORT &amp; COMMUNITY</strong></p><p>Share this podcast with a friend who needs the reminder that God’s Church is called to welcome all.</p><p>Don’t miss a single episode—hit follow or subscribe wherever you listen. And if this podcast has encouraged you, would you take a moment to leave a review? Your words help others discover <em>Forever Welcomed</em> and join us in reflecting God’s impartial love.</p><h3><br></h3><h3><strong>﻿DISCLAIMER</strong></h3><p>The <em>Forever Welcomed Podcast</em> is a companion to the <em>Forever Welcomed</em> Bible study, but you don’t need the study to follow along. It’s designed to encourage and equip you in your walk with Christ, serving as a resource alongside (not in place of) Scripture itself.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://forever-welcomed.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">aa59908d-6568-4987-8e78-d82e6b9a2cc5</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/6760ae9d-de06-45b6-b925-0428a0802a65/Forever-Welcomed.jpeg"/><pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/aa59908d-6568-4987-8e78-d82e6b9a2cc5.mp3" length="20049024" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>20:53</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>7</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>7</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season></item><item><title>Impartial Christ: What Sunday School Never Told Us About Jesus’ Parables | Week 5</title><itunes:title>Impartial Christ: What Sunday School Never Told Us About Jesus’ Parables | Week 5</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p><strong>In this episode of the Forever Welcomed Podcast, we step into Week Five: Impartial Christ.</strong></p><p>Have you ever heard the parables of Jesus described as “earthly stories with heavenly meanings.” What if I told you Jesus’ parables were far more disruptive and actually show us something unique about the Kingdom that Jesus Christ was inaugurating. You don't want to miss this episode.</p><p><br></p><h3>RESOURCES &amp; LINKS</h3><ul><li><a href="https://oghosaiyamu.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Purchase the Forever Welcomed Bible study</a></li><li><strong>Follow Oghosa on Instagram:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://instagram.com/oghosaiyamu" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@oghosaiyamu</a></li><li><strong>Stay connected for updates, resources, and future studies at&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://oghosaiyamu.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">oghosaiyamu.com</a></li></ul><br/><p><br></p><p><strong>SUPPORT &amp; COMMUNITY</strong></p><p>Share this podcast with a friend who needs the reminder that Jesus’ kingdom welcomes all. </p><p>Don’t miss a single episode, hit follow or subscribe wherever you listen. And if this podcast has encouraged you, would you take a moment to leave a review? Your words help others discover <em>Forever Welcomed</em> and join us in reflecting God’s impartial love.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>﻿DISCLAIMER</strong></p><p>The <em>Forever Welcomed Podcast</em> is a companion to the <em>Forever Welcomed</em> Bible study, but you don’t need the study to follow along. It’s designed to encourage and equip you in your walk with Christ, serving as a resource alongside (not in place of) Scripture itself.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>In this episode of the Forever Welcomed Podcast, we step into Week Five: Impartial Christ.</strong></p><p>Have you ever heard the parables of Jesus described as “earthly stories with heavenly meanings.” What if I told you Jesus’ parables were far more disruptive and actually show us something unique about the Kingdom that Jesus Christ was inaugurating. You don't want to miss this episode.</p><p><br></p><h3>RESOURCES &amp; LINKS</h3><ul><li><a href="https://oghosaiyamu.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Purchase the Forever Welcomed Bible study</a></li><li><strong>Follow Oghosa on Instagram:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://instagram.com/oghosaiyamu" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@oghosaiyamu</a></li><li><strong>Stay connected for updates, resources, and future studies at&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://oghosaiyamu.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">oghosaiyamu.com</a></li></ul><br/><p><br></p><p><strong>SUPPORT &amp; COMMUNITY</strong></p><p>Share this podcast with a friend who needs the reminder that Jesus’ kingdom welcomes all. </p><p>Don’t miss a single episode, hit follow or subscribe wherever you listen. And if this podcast has encouraged you, would you take a moment to leave a review? Your words help others discover <em>Forever Welcomed</em> and join us in reflecting God’s impartial love.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>﻿DISCLAIMER</strong></p><p>The <em>Forever Welcomed Podcast</em> is a companion to the <em>Forever Welcomed</em> Bible study, but you don’t need the study to follow along. It’s designed to encourage and equip you in your walk with Christ, serving as a resource alongside (not in place of) Scripture itself.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://forever-welcomed.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">b63b0973-8a55-48c0-9696-dd365415a2e6</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/6760ae9d-de06-45b6-b925-0428a0802a65/Forever-Welcomed.jpeg"/><pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b63b0973-8a55-48c0-9696-dd365415a2e6.mp3" length="19536768" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>20:21</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>6</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>6</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season></item><item><title>Impartial Call: What Warnings Do the Prophets Still Speak Today? | Week 4</title><itunes:title>Impartial Call: What Warnings Do the Prophets Still Speak Today? | Week 4</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode of the&nbsp;<em>Forever Welcomed Podcast</em>, we step into&nbsp;week four of the study: <em>God’s Impartial Call</em>. Throughout Scripture, God's prophets represented His voice,&nbsp;calling them back to covenant faithfulness and to reflect the heart of God. Yet, alongside these true messengers, there were also false prophets who distorted God’s Word. Today, we face a similar challenge. With so many voices and pieces of information at our fingertips, discernment has never been more crucial.&nbsp;</p><p>In this episode, we’ll explore what it means to be watchful (Ezekiel 33:7), how to test every spirit by the Word of God (1 John 4:1), and how to evaluate the messages we consume with wisdom that we might reflect God's impartial love.</p><h3>RESOURCES &amp; LINKS</h3><ul><li><a href="https://oghosaiyamu.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Purchase the Forever Welcomed Bible study</a></li><li>Follow Oghosa on Instagram:&nbsp;<a href="https://instagram.com/oghosaiyamu" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@oghosaiyamu</a></li><li>Stay connected for updates, resources, and future studies at&nbsp;<a href="https://oghosaiyamu.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">oghosaiyamu.com</a></li></ul><br/><h3><br></h3><h3>SUPPORT &amp; COMMUNITY</h3><p>Share this podcast with a friend who needs the reminder of God's truth.&nbsp;</p><p>Don’t miss a single episode, hit follow or subscribe wherever you listen.</p><h3><br></h3><h3>DISCLAIMER</h3><p>The&nbsp;<em>Forever Welcomed Podcast</em>&nbsp;is a companion to the&nbsp;<em>Forever Welcomed</em>&nbsp;Bible study, but you don’t need the study to follow along. It’s designed to encourage and equip you in your walk with Christ, serving as a resource alongside (not in place of) Scripture itself.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode of the&nbsp;<em>Forever Welcomed Podcast</em>, we step into&nbsp;week four of the study: <em>God’s Impartial Call</em>. Throughout Scripture, God's prophets represented His voice,&nbsp;calling them back to covenant faithfulness and to reflect the heart of God. Yet, alongside these true messengers, there were also false prophets who distorted God’s Word. Today, we face a similar challenge. With so many voices and pieces of information at our fingertips, discernment has never been more crucial.&nbsp;</p><p>In this episode, we’ll explore what it means to be watchful (Ezekiel 33:7), how to test every spirit by the Word of God (1 John 4:1), and how to evaluate the messages we consume with wisdom that we might reflect God's impartial love.</p><h3>RESOURCES &amp; LINKS</h3><ul><li><a href="https://oghosaiyamu.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Purchase the Forever Welcomed Bible study</a></li><li>Follow Oghosa on Instagram:&nbsp;<a href="https://instagram.com/oghosaiyamu" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@oghosaiyamu</a></li><li>Stay connected for updates, resources, and future studies at&nbsp;<a href="https://oghosaiyamu.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">oghosaiyamu.com</a></li></ul><br/><h3><br></h3><h3>SUPPORT &amp; COMMUNITY</h3><p>Share this podcast with a friend who needs the reminder of God's truth.&nbsp;</p><p>Don’t miss a single episode, hit follow or subscribe wherever you listen.</p><h3><br></h3><h3>DISCLAIMER</h3><p>The&nbsp;<em>Forever Welcomed Podcast</em>&nbsp;is a companion to the&nbsp;<em>Forever Welcomed</em>&nbsp;Bible study, but you don’t need the study to follow along. It’s designed to encourage and equip you in your walk with Christ, serving as a resource alongside (not in place of) Scripture itself.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://forever-welcomed.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">f8f7aa0d-bced-45c0-a5bf-b2e1fdd3dec2</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/6760ae9d-de06-45b6-b925-0428a0802a65/Forever-Welcomed.jpeg"/><pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/f8f7aa0d-bced-45c0-a5bf-b2e1fdd3dec2.mp3" length="24615936" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>25:38</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>5</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season></item><item><title>Impartial Communion: Can I find Belonging in God’s Dwelling Place? | Week 3</title><itunes:title>Impartial Communion: Can I find Belonging in God’s Dwelling Place? | Week 3</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode of the&nbsp;<em>Forever Welcomed Podcast</em>, we step into week three of the study:&nbsp;<em>God’s Impartial Communion</em>. Loneliness is something so many of us know all too well. Our world offers many ways to try and satisfy that longing, but so often, those places leave us emptier than before. </p><p>Through the imagery of the tabernacle, we see how God designed a way for His people to draw near to God and one another, not based on the things humans exalt&nbsp;but on God's mercy and faithfulness. We’ll explore how humanity’s longing for a place of belonging finds its true fulfillment in Him.</p><h3><br></h3><h3>RESOURCES &amp; LINKS</h3><ul><li>Purchase the&nbsp;<em>Forever Welcomed</em>&nbsp;Bible study:&nbsp;<a href="https://oghosaiyamu.com/forever-welcomed" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">oghosaiyamu.com</a></li><li>Follow Oghosa on Instagram:&nbsp;<a href="https://instagram.com/oghosaiiyamu" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@oghosaiiyamu</a></li><li>Stay connected for updates, resources, and future studies at&nbsp;<a href="https://oghosaiyamu.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">oghosaiyamu.com</a></li></ul><br/><h3><br></h3><h3>SUPPORT &amp; COMMUNITY</h3><p>Share this podcast with a friend who needs the reminder: you are forever welcomed by God’s impartial love.</p><p>Don’t miss a single episode, hit <strong>follow</strong> or <strong>subscribe</strong> wherever you listen.</p><h3><br></h3><h3>DISCLAIMER</h3><p>The&nbsp;<em>Forever Welcomed Podcast</em>&nbsp;is a companion to the&nbsp;<em>Forever Welcomed</em>&nbsp;Bible study, but you don’t need the study to follow along. It’s designed to encourage and equip you in your walk with Christ, serving as a resource alongside (not in place of) Scripture itself.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode of the&nbsp;<em>Forever Welcomed Podcast</em>, we step into week three of the study:&nbsp;<em>God’s Impartial Communion</em>. Loneliness is something so many of us know all too well. Our world offers many ways to try and satisfy that longing, but so often, those places leave us emptier than before. </p><p>Through the imagery of the tabernacle, we see how God designed a way for His people to draw near to God and one another, not based on the things humans exalt&nbsp;but on God's mercy and faithfulness. We’ll explore how humanity’s longing for a place of belonging finds its true fulfillment in Him.</p><h3><br></h3><h3>RESOURCES &amp; LINKS</h3><ul><li>Purchase the&nbsp;<em>Forever Welcomed</em>&nbsp;Bible study:&nbsp;<a href="https://oghosaiyamu.com/forever-welcomed" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">oghosaiyamu.com</a></li><li>Follow Oghosa on Instagram:&nbsp;<a href="https://instagram.com/oghosaiiyamu" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@oghosaiiyamu</a></li><li>Stay connected for updates, resources, and future studies at&nbsp;<a href="https://oghosaiyamu.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">oghosaiyamu.com</a></li></ul><br/><h3><br></h3><h3>SUPPORT &amp; COMMUNITY</h3><p>Share this podcast with a friend who needs the reminder: you are forever welcomed by God’s impartial love.</p><p>Don’t miss a single episode, hit <strong>follow</strong> or <strong>subscribe</strong> wherever you listen.</p><h3><br></h3><h3>DISCLAIMER</h3><p>The&nbsp;<em>Forever Welcomed Podcast</em>&nbsp;is a companion to the&nbsp;<em>Forever Welcomed</em>&nbsp;Bible study, but you don’t need the study to follow along. It’s designed to encourage and equip you in your walk with Christ, serving as a resource alongside (not in place of) Scripture itself.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://forever-welcomed.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">01076f07-3480-450d-b86b-ee10d12bbb68</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/6760ae9d-de06-45b6-b925-0428a0802a65/Forever-Welcomed.jpeg"/><pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/01076f07-3480-450d-b86b-ee10d12bbb68.mp3" length="20317056" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>21:10</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>4</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season></item><item><title>Impartial Covenant: Can God’s Promises Be Trusted? | Week 2</title><itunes:title>Impartial Covenant: Can God’s Promises Be Trusted? | Week 2</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Oghosa dives into one of the most well-known covenants in the Old Testament: God's covenant with Abraham. She unpacks the historical and cultural background that often gets overlooked, showing how God’s impartial love and promises extend beyond human boundaries and expectations.</p><h3><br></h3><p><strong>RESOURCES &amp; LINKS</strong></p><ul><li>Learn more about <em>Forever Welcomed</em> (6-week Bible study): <a href="https://oghosaiyamu.com/forever-welcomed" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">oghosaiyamu.com/forever-welcomed</a></li><li>Follow Oghosa on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/oghosaiiyamu" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@oghosaiiyamu</a></li><li>Stay connected for updates, resources, and future studies: <a href="https://oghosaiyamu.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">oghosaiyamu.com</a></li></ul><br/><h3><br></h3><p><strong>SUPPORT &amp; COMMUNITY</strong></p><ul><li>Share this podcast with a friend who needs the reminder: you are forever welcomed by God’s impartial love.</li><li>Don’t miss a single episode, hit <strong>follow</strong> or <strong>subscribe</strong> wherever you listen.</li></ul><br/><h3><br></h3><p><strong>DISCLAIMER</strong></p><p>The <em>Forever Welcomed Podcast</em> is a companion to the <em>Forever Welcomed</em> Bible study, but you don’t need the study to follow along. It’s designed to encourage and equip you in your walk with Christ, serving as a resource alongside (not in place of) Scripture itself.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Oghosa dives into one of the most well-known covenants in the Old Testament: God's covenant with Abraham. She unpacks the historical and cultural background that often gets overlooked, showing how God’s impartial love and promises extend beyond human boundaries and expectations.</p><h3><br></h3><p><strong>RESOURCES &amp; LINKS</strong></p><ul><li>Learn more about <em>Forever Welcomed</em> (6-week Bible study): <a href="https://oghosaiyamu.com/forever-welcomed" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">oghosaiyamu.com/forever-welcomed</a></li><li>Follow Oghosa on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/oghosaiiyamu" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@oghosaiiyamu</a></li><li>Stay connected for updates, resources, and future studies: <a href="https://oghosaiyamu.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">oghosaiyamu.com</a></li></ul><br/><h3><br></h3><p><strong>SUPPORT &amp; COMMUNITY</strong></p><ul><li>Share this podcast with a friend who needs the reminder: you are forever welcomed by God’s impartial love.</li><li>Don’t miss a single episode, hit <strong>follow</strong> or <strong>subscribe</strong> wherever you listen.</li></ul><br/><h3><br></h3><p><strong>DISCLAIMER</strong></p><p>The <em>Forever Welcomed Podcast</em> is a companion to the <em>Forever Welcomed</em> Bible study, but you don’t need the study to follow along. It’s designed to encourage and equip you in your walk with Christ, serving as a resource alongside (not in place of) Scripture itself.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://forever-welcomed.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">49b142c2-7cbb-4eaa-ae41-35bff3378b29</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/6760ae9d-de06-45b6-b925-0428a0802a65/Forever-Welcomed.jpeg"/><pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/49b142c2-7cbb-4eaa-ae41-35bff3378b29.mp3" length="24097920" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>25:06</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>3</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season></item><item><title>Impartial Creator: What Does It Mean to Be Made in God’s Image? | Week 1</title><itunes:title>Impartial Creator: What Does It Mean to Be Made in God’s Image? | Week 1</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Oghosa zooms into the creation story with&nbsp;listeners to see what it means that God is the&nbsp;<em>Impartial Creator.</em>&nbsp;Join Oghosa as she explores how this truth transforms our identity and&nbsp;impacts the way we live, love, and welcome others today.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>﻿RESOURCES &amp; LINKS</strong></p><ul><li>Purchase the&nbsp;<em>Forever Welcomed</em>&nbsp;Bible study:&nbsp;<a href="https://oghosaiyamu.com/forever-welcomed" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">oghosaiyamu.com</a></li><li>Follow Oghosa on Instagram:&nbsp;<a href="https://instagram.com/oghosaiiyamu" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@oghosaiiyamu</a></li><li>Stay connected for updates, resources, and future studies at&nbsp;<a href="https://oghosaiyamu.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">oghosaiyamu.com</a></li></ul><br/><p><br></p><p><strong>SUPPORT &amp; COMMUNITY</strong></p><ul><li>Share this podcast with a friend who needs the reminder:&nbsp;<em>you are welcomed by God’s impartial love</em>.</li><li>Don’t miss a single episode, hit&nbsp;<strong>follow</strong>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<strong>subscribe</strong>&nbsp;wherever you listen.</li></ul><br/><p><br></p><p><strong>DISCLAIMER</strong></p><p>The&nbsp;<em>Forever Welcomed Podcast</em>&nbsp;is a companion to the&nbsp;<em>Forever Welcomed</em>&nbsp;Bible study, but you don’t need the study to follow along. It’s designed to encourage and equip you in your walk with Christ, serving as a resource alongside (not in place of) Scripture itself.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, Oghosa zooms into the creation story with&nbsp;listeners to see what it means that God is the&nbsp;<em>Impartial Creator.</em>&nbsp;Join Oghosa as she explores how this truth transforms our identity and&nbsp;impacts the way we live, love, and welcome others today.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>﻿RESOURCES &amp; LINKS</strong></p><ul><li>Purchase the&nbsp;<em>Forever Welcomed</em>&nbsp;Bible study:&nbsp;<a href="https://oghosaiyamu.com/forever-welcomed" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">oghosaiyamu.com</a></li><li>Follow Oghosa on Instagram:&nbsp;<a href="https://instagram.com/oghosaiiyamu" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@oghosaiiyamu</a></li><li>Stay connected for updates, resources, and future studies at&nbsp;<a href="https://oghosaiyamu.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">oghosaiyamu.com</a></li></ul><br/><p><br></p><p><strong>SUPPORT &amp; COMMUNITY</strong></p><ul><li>Share this podcast with a friend who needs the reminder:&nbsp;<em>you are welcomed by God’s impartial love</em>.</li><li>Don’t miss a single episode, hit&nbsp;<strong>follow</strong>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<strong>subscribe</strong>&nbsp;wherever you listen.</li></ul><br/><p><br></p><p><strong>DISCLAIMER</strong></p><p>The&nbsp;<em>Forever Welcomed Podcast</em>&nbsp;is a companion to the&nbsp;<em>Forever Welcomed</em>&nbsp;Bible study, but you don’t need the study to follow along. It’s designed to encourage and equip you in your walk with Christ, serving as a resource alongside (not in place of) Scripture itself.</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://forever-welcomed.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">977cebdf-45b5-4f2f-9e06-496553f0a849</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/6760ae9d-de06-45b6-b925-0428a0802a65/Forever-Welcomed.jpeg"/><pubDate>Mon, 08 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/977cebdf-45b5-4f2f-9e06-496553f0a849.mp3" length="28844973" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>20:02</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>2</podcast:episode><podcast:season>1</podcast:season></item><item><title>Laying the Groundwork: Intro to Forever Welcomed</title><itunes:title>Laying the Groundwork: Intro to Forever Welcomed</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>As we launch the&nbsp;<em>Forever Welcomed Podcast,</em>&nbsp;we’re setting the stage for all that’s ahead. In this first episode, you’ll see how&nbsp;<strong>God is a God of patterns</strong>, get a walkthrough of the study’s layout, and discover the “why” behind Forever Welcomed.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>RESOURCES &amp; LINKS</strong></p><ul><li>Learn more about the&nbsp;<em>Forever Welcomed</em>&nbsp;Bible study:&nbsp;<a href="https://oghosaiyamu.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">oghosaiyamu.com</a></li><li>Follow Oghosa on Instagram:&nbsp;<a href="https://instagram.com/oghosaiiyamu" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@oghosaiiyamu</a></li><li>Stay connected for updates, resources, and future studies at&nbsp;<a href="https://oghosaiyamu.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">oghosaiyamu.com</a></li></ul><br/><p><br></p><p><strong>SUPPORT &amp; COMMUNITY</strong></p><ul><li>Share this podcast with a friend who needs the reminder:&nbsp;<em>you are forever welcomed by God’s impartial love</em>.</li><li>Don’t miss a single episode, hit&nbsp;<strong>follow</strong>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<strong>subscribe</strong>&nbsp;wherever you listen.</li></ul><br/><p><br></p><p><strong>﻿DISCLAIMER</strong></p><p>The&nbsp;<em>Forever Welcomed Podcast</em>&nbsp;is a companion to the&nbsp;<em>Forever Welcomed</em>&nbsp;Bible study, but you don’t need the study to follow along. It’s designed to encourage and equip you in your walk with Christ, serving as a resource alongside (not in place of) Scripture itself.</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>As we launch the&nbsp;<em>Forever Welcomed Podcast,</em>&nbsp;we’re setting the stage for all that’s ahead. In this first episode, you’ll see how&nbsp;<strong>God is a God of patterns</strong>, get a walkthrough of the study’s layout, and discover the “why” behind Forever Welcomed.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>RESOURCES &amp; LINKS</strong></p><ul><li>Learn more about the&nbsp;<em>Forever Welcomed</em>&nbsp;Bible study:&nbsp;<a href="https://oghosaiyamu.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">oghosaiyamu.com</a></li><li>Follow Oghosa on Instagram:&nbsp;<a href="https://instagram.com/oghosaiiyamu" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@oghosaiiyamu</a></li><li>Stay connected for updates, resources, and future studies at&nbsp;<a href="https://oghosaiyamu.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">oghosaiyamu.com</a></li></ul><br/><p><br></p><p><strong>SUPPORT &amp; COMMUNITY</strong></p><ul><li>Share this podcast with a friend who needs the reminder:&nbsp;<em>you are forever welcomed by God’s impartial love</em>.</li><li>Don’t miss a single episode, hit&nbsp;<strong>follow</strong>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<strong>subscribe</strong>&nbsp;wherever you listen.</li></ul><br/><p><br></p><p><strong>﻿DISCLAIMER</strong></p><p>The&nbsp;<em>Forever Welcomed Podcast</em>&nbsp;is a companion to the&nbsp;<em>Forever Welcomed</em>&nbsp;Bible study, but you don’t need the study to follow along. 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We’ll journey behind the text, to the culture that influenced it, the people who lived it, and the God who still invites us into it.</p><p><br></p><p>Whether you’re brand-new to the Bible or have walked with God for decades, each episode is designed to meet you right where you are—on your own or with a small group—drawing you deeper into God’s Word and His generous hospitality.</p><p><br></p><p>Because right now, God is welcoming you!</p><p><br></p><p>Follow or subscribe now, and let’s learn about the God who welcomes us, one episode at a time.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>The first episode publishes on September 1st!</strong></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What does it really mean to belong, and to know God welcomes you?</p><p><br></p><p>Join Bible teacher and Forever Welcomed author Oghosa Iyamu as she traces one of God’s most often overlooked attributes throughout the story of Scripture. We’ll journey behind the text, to the culture that influenced it, the people who lived it, and the God who still invites us into it.</p><p><br></p><p>Whether you’re brand-new to the Bible or have walked with God for decades, each episode is designed to meet you right where you are—on your own or with a small group—drawing you deeper into God’s Word and His generous hospitality.</p><p><br></p><p>Because right now, God is welcoming you!</p><p><br></p><p>Follow or subscribe now, and let’s learn about the God who welcomes us, one episode at a time.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>The first episode publishes on September 1st!</strong></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://forever-welcomed.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">2d42f4c5-cbd9-43ed-890a-5336831dcca3</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/6760ae9d-de06-45b6-b925-0428a0802a65/Forever-Welcomed.jpeg"/><pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/2d42f4c5-cbd9-43ed-890a-5336831dcca3.mp3" length="2610048" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>02:43</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>trailer</itunes:episodeType><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><podcast:season>1</podcast:season></item></channel></rss>