The Teachable Woman Podcast

Reverends Michele Owes and Diana P. Cherry

The Rewards of Righteousness - Part 1

Revs. Michele and Diana kick off a new series, "The Rewards of Righteousness," leaving behind the heaviness of sin to embrace the blessings of living rightly before God. They reflect on how God's righteousness is not just moral but protective, favor-filled, and identity-defining.

Key Themes:

• Shift from sin to righteousness
• God’s justice and favor
• Living out biblical righteousness daily
• Scriptures: Genesis 18:16-33, Romans 3:10

Using Abraham's intercession for Sodom, the hosts explore how one righteous person can shift outcomes for an entire community. The righteousness of a single person holds immense power and can stand in the gap.

Key Themes:

• Power of intercession
• Righteousness as spiritual influence
• God’s willingness to relent for the sake of the righteous
• Scripture: Genesis 18:22-33

Summary:

Rev. Michele calls attention to how the righteous are often overlooked. Righteousness may not make headlines, but it makes an eternal impact. God sees, honors, and responds to righteous living.

Key Themes:

• Visibility vs. spiritual impact
• The righteous as God's preservation agents
• warning not to overlook quiet obedience
• Quote: “Just because you don't see them doesn’t mean they’re not there. God has His righteous ones.”

Rev. Diana deeply delves into 1 John 3, explaining how righteousness reveals spiritual lineage. Those who are truly born of God do not continue to practice sin. A lifestyle of righteousness is evidence of sonship.

Key Themes:

• Identity through righteousness
• Spiritual inheritance
• Freedom from the power of sin
• Scripture: 1 John 3:4 10
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What does righteousness look like in practice? Rev. Michele encourages listeners to examine the fruit of their lives. Holiness, obedience, and love are visible signs of right standing with God.

Key Themes:

• Visible fruit of righteousness
• Daily discipline and obedience
• Holiness as a lifestyle
• Scripture: 1 John 3:7, Matthew 7:16–20 (referenced indirectly)

Show Note 6: Favor That Surrounds Like a Shield

Rev. Diana shares Psalm 5:12 to highlight one of the most tangible rewards of righteousness: divine favor. The righteous don’t have to chase blessings—favor follows and surrounds them.

Key Themes:

• Divine favor
• Righteousness and protection
• Unseen blessings for godly living

Scripture: Psalm 5:12

Sin: Fun for a Season - Part 5 Sin Series

Teachable Woman Podcast

Reverends Michele Owes and Diana P. Cherry

Introduction: Reverends Michele Owes and Diana P. Cherry discuss the Sin Series. Listeners are encouraged to think more on the righteousness afforded us by Jesus Christ than the lure or pull of sin.

1. Sin is Sin to God - God does not grade sin. The grading or classing of sin was created for the legal system to punish the abusers.
2. Sin Pays a Wage - The wages of sin is death. It may not be physical death. It can be death of a trust, relationship, or an opportunity.
3. Sin is a Choice - Man makes the decision to do they want rather that what God allows.
4. Sin is Pleasure for a Season - Hurt, disappointment, and pain are the result.
5. Sin means to miss the mark, trespass, and to choose evil over good.
6. God's love provides a way of escape from sin.
7. All have Sinned and come Short of the Glory of God - We were born in sin and shaped in iniquity. Jesus saves us from our sin.

Podcast Notes: "All Have Sinned" Part 4 Sin Series

Reverends Michele Owes and Diana P. Cherry

Introduction:

Welcome back to The Teachable Woman Podcast! Rev. Michele Owes and Rev. Diana P. Cherry lead a powerful discussion on the universal impact of sin and the greater, redemptive power of righteousness through Jesus Christ. With a mix of heartfelt teaching, personal reflections, and biblical truth, this episode encourages every listener to embrace God's grace and walk boldly in forgiveness and restoration.

1. The Relevance of God’s Word Over Trends

Rev. Cherry reminds us that, though language and culture evolve, God’s word remains timeless and unchanging. As believers, we don’t have to conform to cultural expressions or trends to stay relevant—we’re called to stay rooted in truth.

2. Understanding Sin: Missing the Mark

Rev. Owes emphasizes that sin is defined as "missing the mark"—falling short of the high calling of God. Sin separates us from God, but righteousness restores us. Every person has sinned, but there's redemption through Jesus.

3. One Man’s Sin, One Man’s Righteousness

Through Adam, all inherited sin, but through Jesus Christ, all can receive righteousness. The hosts challenge listeners to consider not just the damage sin causes, but the powerful impact their personal obedience can have in their families, communities, and nation.

4. Forgiveness: A Gift We Must Accept and Extend

Rev. Cherry speaks passionately about the importance of forgiving ourselves once God has forgiven us. Lingering guilt can keep us from moving forward, but grace is available—every single day. Start each morning fresh with a resolve to live right.

5. Rebellion as Sin: A Spiritual Reflection

Using the image of a rebellious child, Rev. Owes explains how our disobedience mirrors rebellion against God. Instead of rationalizing sin, we're encouraged to humbly confess and seek God's cleansing.

6. God’s Forgiveness Is Greater Than Any Sin

No sin—no matter how severe—is beyond God's ability to forgive. Rev. Cherry reminds us that guilt and shame aren’t from God. They keep us from approaching Him, when in fact, repentance brings us right back into fellowship.

7. Move On and Walk in Purpose

Rev. Cherry shares a personal testimony about how God used her season of loss to birth new purpose in her life. She encourages others not to linger in grief or guilt—staying in a place of regret leads to stagnation. God wants us to move forward, forgive ourselves, and pursue our calling.

Summary:

This episode offers a deep dive into the nature of sin, the promise of forgiveness, and the power of righteous living. Rev. Owes and Rev. Cherry share spiritual insight and practical wisdom, urging listeners to let go of guilt, embrace grace, and walk in the fullness of God's plan. No matter your past, there's a new day, a clean slate, and a call to righteousness waiting for you.