In this heartfelt episode of the Teachable Woman Podcast, Reverends Michele Owes and Diana P. Cherry reflect on one unchanging truth: God is faithful. In the midst of family responsibilities, life transitions, generational differences, grief, and new challenges, they share personal testimonies that remind us that no matter the season, God remains steadfast, trustworthy, and true.

From navigating widowhood to raising grandchildren in a digital age, this conversation anchors listeners in the assurance that when we love, obey, and serve God, He faithfully leads, guides, and provides. As the Lenten season begins, this episode also calls believers to deeper prayer, fasting, and surrender—trusting fully that “He’s got this.”

Life brings changing decades and new concerns, but God remains the same. Looking back 10, 20, or even 30 years, the concerns that once overwhelmed us are no longer present—because God answered. New challenges arise, but His faithfulness continues. As Scripture reminds us, “Faithful is He that calleth you, who also will do it.”

One of the central themes of this episode is the simple yet powerful reminder: “He’s got this.”

When we try to figure everything out with our “peewee little brains,” we exhaust ourselves. But when we love, obey, and serve Him, God takes responsibility for what concerns us. Faith is not about forcing outcomes—it’s resting in His faithfulness.

Both hosts share the reality of navigating life after losing their husbands. The daily responsibilities once handled quietly by a spouse now require prayerful discernment. Yet even in grief and adjustment, God proves faithful. What once seemed impossible becomes manageable because He equips us for what we must face.

Rev. Owes shares a tender testimony about questioning whether she was doing a good job raising her granddaughters. In that very moment of silent prayer, her granddaughter declared, “This is the best family right here.” That was God’s faithful reassurance—answering an unspoken prayer through the mouth of a child. Sometimes His faithfulness shows up in the most unexpected ways.

From questions about whether Jesus has an Instagram or YouTube channel to navigating classroom struggles, this episode highlights the challenge of parenting and grandparenting in a digital age. The world has changed—but God has not. We must learn to minister in new ways without compromising eternal truth. We live in an ever-changing world, yet serve a never-changing God.

As Lent begins, listeners are reminded of the “37-second prayer” — the Lord’s Prayer from Matthew, which Jesus gave as a model. In just 37 seconds, it covers everything: God’s will, provision, forgiveness, and deliverance. Lent is a time for fasting—not just food, but distractions that compete with God’s time. True fasting involves surrendering what draws the flesh and allowing God to transform our hearts.

The difference in this community’s approach to fasting is clear: when God identifies something that must change, we don’t pick it back up after Lent. Obedience leads to reward. As we deny ourselves and take up our cross daily, we discover that God’s will brings greater peace and freedom than anything we surrender.

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Teachable Woman Podcast

Interview: A Woman Directed by God

Reverends Michele Owes and Diana P. Cherry

Introduction

In this deeply moving and transparent episode of the Teachable Woman Podcast, Reverend Michele Owes sits down with Reverend Diana P. Cherry to discuss her newly released book, A Woman Directed by God. This conversation goes far beyond an interview—it is a heartfelt testimony of God’s faithfulness, the power of wise counsel, and the beauty of finishing what God has ordained. Through personal stories, life lessons, and spiritual insight, listeners are invited into Reverend Cherry’s journey from humble beginnings to a life unmistakably shaped and directed by God.

Show Notes

1. The Heart Behind A Woman Directed by God

Reverend Cherry shares the origin of her second book, explaining how it grew out of a promise made after her first book, Seekers of Righteousness. While the first book served as a report of ministry stewardship, this book became a deeply personal autobiography—one shaped by reflection, discovery, and God’s leading throughout her life.

2. Remembering a Life with Few Memories

One of the most poignant moments of the episode is Reverend Cherry’s reflection on realizing she has no memories, photographs, or living witnesses of her early childhood. This revelation fuels her passion for encouraging families to preserve memories for their children and grandchildren, ensuring future generations have tangible connections to their beginnings.

3. From Humble Beginnings to God-Given Confidence

Reverend Cherry discusses the gap between her early life and the life she lives today, highlighting how her desire to succeed was never dictated by where she started. Despite early academic struggles and limiting beliefs, formative years in Catholic school became a turning point—proving she could learn, grow, and overcome.

4. Stewardship, Frugality, and Honoring Resources

The conversation turns practical as Reverend Cherry explains how humble beginnings shaped her lifelong approach to stewardship. From conserving household items to intentional decluttering, she shares her desire to leave an orderly legacy for her children and grandchildren—one marked by gratitude, wisdom, and responsibility.

5. The Call to Finish: Returning to College in Her Eighties

One of the most inspiring moments of the episode is Reverend Cherry’s decision to return to college in her eighties. Motivated by her late husband’s teaching on “Finish,” she shares her determination to live credibly—never teaching others to finish what they start while leaving unfinished business in her own life.

6. Wisdom for Young Mothers and Protecting Children

Drawing from her experience as a young, unmarried mother, Reverend Cherry offers loving but firm counsel to today’s parents. She emphasizes protecting children from unhealthy influences, resisting cultural pressure to overindulge, and allowing children to simply be children—free from unrealistic expectations and material excess.

7. The Power of Receiving and Acting on Wise Counsel

The episode closes with reflections on how God consistently placed wise voices in Reverend Cherry’s life—teachers, mentors, and elders who spoke truth and direction at pivotal moments. Rather than being offended, she received wisdom, acted upon it, and saw God bless her obedience. This posture of humility and teachability became a defining mark of her life and ministry.

Summary

This episode of the Teachable Woman Podcast offers an intimate and inspiring look into the life of a woman truly directed by God. Through stories of perseverance, humility, stewardship, and obedience, Reverend Diana P. Cherry demonstrates how God uses every season—successes...

Episode Title: Write the Vision

Date: January 31, 2026

Hosts: Rev. Michele Owes & Rev. Diana P. Cherry

In this powerful and timely episode of the Teachable Woman Podcast, Reverend Michele Owes and Reverend Diana P. Cherry welcome listeners into the new year with wisdom, clarity, and spiritual grounding. Rather than focusing on traditional New Year’s resolutions, the conversation centers on God-led vision, lifelong obedience, and purposeful living. Drawing from Scripture—particularly Habakkuk and Genesis—the hosts encourage believers to write the vision God gives, make it plain, and walk it out with faith, flexibility, and trust in the leading of the Holy Spirit.

The hosts clarify that they are not opposed to planning or goal-setting, but they caution against limiting growth to calendar-based resolutions. Creating long, pressure-filled lists tied to January 1 can be overwhelming and discouraging. Instead, they emphasize God-directed vision that transcends seasons and years, rooted in obedience rather than self-imposed timelines.

Using the biblical mandate to write the vision, Reverend Owes explains the importance of clearly recording what God instructs us to do. Vision must be understandable—not only to us, but also to those who may come after us. A God-given vision provides direction, continuity, and purpose, allowing others to “run with it” when they read it.

Reverend Diana P. Cherry shares her personal “Resolutions for Life,” which include loving God, obeying God, serving God, glorifying God, serving God’s people, never conforming to the world, and maximizing time in her body. These principles guide her daily life and spiritual walk, serving as a reminder that true transformation is ongoing and deeply spiritual.

The discussion highlights the danger of becoming so committed to personal plans that there is no room for God to redirect us. Reverend Owes emphasizes that God’s purposes and plans—plural—are where provision, protection, promotion, and peace reside. When we insist on leading ourselves, we risk frustration and missed opportunities for divine alignment.

Reverend Cherry teaches from Genesis, reminding listeners that all mankind shares a universal purpose: to be fruitful, multiply, replenish the earth, and take dominion. Being fruitful means living productively and adding value to the lives of others. Dominion is already given by God—it is not earned but walked in through faith and obedience.

The hosts stress that “multiplying” does not only mean having children—it includes spiritual reproduction through godly living and witness. No matter one’s age or stage of life, there is still a “finish” within each believer. Reverend Cherry’s decision to return to college at age 82 stands as a powerful testimony that God’s work in us is never over.

Practical wisdom is shared about staying engaged, avoiding idleness, and stewarding time well. From decluttering homes to pursuing education, the hosts remind listeners that boredom is often a signal to refocus on stewardship. The episode also highlights Reverend Cherry’s new book, A Woman Directed by God, emphasizing obedience, wise counsel, and living fully surrendered to God’s direction.

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Reverends Michele Owes and Diana Cherry

New Year, Change, and Growth

Welcome back to the Teachable Woman Podcast as Reverend Michele Owes and Reverend Diana Cherry usher listeners into a new year with a Spirit-led conversation on change and growth. This episode moves beyond traditional resolutions and invites believers to examine their hearts, align their lives with God’s will, and embrace transformation that brings Him glory. Through personal reflections, biblical wisdom, and practical insight, the conversation challenges listeners to trust God’s process and commit to lasting spiritual growth.

The hosts discuss how the start of a new year invites reflection, goal-setting, and spiritual realignment. Rather than focusing on self-improvement alone, listeners are encouraged to ask God what changes will truly glorify Him and fulfill His purpose for their lives.

This episode emphasizes the importance of understanding why we follow Jesus. Knowing our doctrine, theology, and faith foundation strengthens our witness and reminds us that as Christians, we represent Christ—not personal opinions or cultural trends.

Reverend Owes shares insight on trusting God’s plan instead of reacting emotionally or defensively. The conversation highlights the freedom found in allowing God to fight battles, administer justice, and work behind the scenes.

Listeners are reminded that believers represent a risen Savior in every space—at home, in public, and in private. Our words, actions, and choices should reflect God’s Spirit and not be driven by fleshly desires or worldly pressure.

Using the analogy of physical growth in children, the hosts explain that spiritual growth often happens unseen. God gives the increase, but believers must continue planting and watering through prayer, encouragement, and faithful example.

The discussion turns toward parenting, grandparenting, and mentoring across generations. Even when children are grown, the responsibility to impart wisdom, speak Scripture, and nurture faith does not end.

The episode concludes by reframing change as a continuous process rather than a one-time resolution. True growth requires ongoing self-examination, obedience, and commitment to becoming “unchangeable” in righteous living.

In New Year, Change, and Growth, Reverend Michele Owes and Reverend Diana Cherry remind listeners that meaningful transformation begins with God. Growth does not happen by accident—it requires intentional planting, faithful watering, and trust in God to bring the increase. As the new year unfolds, believers are encouraged to embrace change, remain steadfast in faith, and allow God to shape their lives for His glory.

Reverends Michele Owes & Diana P. Cherry

Episode Title: Why Jesus and Why Christmas?

In this heartfelt and timely episode of the Teachable Woman Podcast, Reverends Michele Owes and Diana P. Cherry invite listeners to pause amid the busyness of the Christmas season and return to the true reason we celebrate. With wisdom, biblical truth, and personal reflection, they explore why Jesus came, why Christmas matters, and how a holy moment was gradually reduced to packages, pressure, and performance. This teaching calls believers to refocus their hearts on Christ—the greatest gift ever given—and to reclaim Christmas as a season of gratitude, purpose, and spiritual restoration.

The conversation opens with a foundational question: Why Christmas? Reverend Cherry traces the answer back to the fall of mankind. Because sin separated humanity from God, a Redeemer was required. Jesus came as both fully God and fully man to become the propitiation for sin. Christmas celebrates not just a birth, but God’s divine response to humanity’s deepest need—restoration.

Drawing from Isaiah 9:6, the hosts emphasize that Jesus’ birth fulfilled prophecy and ushered in an eternal kingdom. Christmas is the celebration of God’s promise kept. Though the exact date is not the focus, setting aside time to honor Christ publicly matters. Jesus did not remain in the manger or on the cross—He is a risen Savior, reigning with authority.

Reverend Michele Owes highlights that Jesus is the Savior of all nations. He is one blood for all people, a perfect genetic blend of humanity. No race, culture, or nation is excluded. Christ came to save mankind from our sins, not His own, demonstrating the depth of God’s love and the importance of cultivating a real relationship with Him.

Jesus’ mission included destroying the works of the devil and restoring humanity to right relationship with God. Sin separates, and unchecked choices can slowly draw believers away from God and His church. The hosts caution listeners to guard their spiritual lives, remain prayerful, and intercede—not only for their nation but for their own hearts and families.

The episode challenges how a divine act was reduced to materialism, excess, and even a figure in a red suit. Reverend Cherry shares her personal decision to scale back extravagant gift-giving and instead center Christmas on gratitude, family fellowship, and honoring Jesus’ birthday. The reminder is sobering: Jesus is celebrated worldwide, yet often left out of His own celebration.

The hosts encourage giving with intention—supporting children’s God-given gifts, talents, and purposes rather than feeding endless wants. They warn against overuse of electronics, which can fracture family connection, and emphasize the value of communication, presence, and shared moments. Christmas is an opportunity to teach children why Jesus came and who He is.

True abundance is not found in things, but in the fruit of the Spirit—love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faith, meekness, and self-control. Words of encouragement, acts of kindness, prayer, and shared faith are lasting gifts. Whether through reading the Christmas story, sharing communion,...

Episode Title: Parenting with Meekness and Temperance

Hosts: Reverend Michele Owes & Reverend Diana P. Cherry

Series: Parenting Through the Fruit of the Spirit

1. Introduction: Teaching God’s Heritage with Purpose

Rev. Michele Owes and Rev. Diana P. Cherry welcome back the podcast family with joy and prayer. This episode concludes their powerful parenting series, reminding listeners that children are God’s heritage, entrusted to parents to raise in “the nurture and admonition of the Lord.” The conversation opens by reaffirming that teaching our children about God — at every moment of life — is a sacred duty not to be delegated to schools or even the church.

2. The Foundation of Parenting: The Fruit of the Spirit

Building on Galatians 5:22–23, Rev. Owes reminds listeners that the fruit of the Spirit — love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, and temperance — are not our fruit, but God’s fruit manifested in us. True parenting, they explain, must begin with love, the root of all spiritual fruit, and flow naturally into every interaction we have with our children.

3. Practical Parental Wisdom: Teaching Peace at Home

Rev. Cherry urges parents to reflect the fruit of the Spirit actively in their homes. When parents teach their children about God’s ways, they cultivate peace — not the absence of trouble, but the inward peace that Jesus gives. She warns that modern children face immense stress and temptation, even to the point of despair. The remedy? Intentional spiritual parenting that models faith, love, and emotional balance.

Key Tip: Parents must reclaim their teaching role. Neither technology nor entertainment can shape the hearts of children as effectively as loving, godly instruction.

4. The Dangers of Overexposure and Technology

With heartfelt concern, Rev. Cherry speaks candidly about the modern dependence on electronic devices. She maintains that young children do not need cell phones and cannot be properly monitored with them. Technology, she cautions, often introduces harmful influences to children before they are prepared to discern them.

Quote: “Exposure creates options, and out of options, we make choices.”

She encourages parents to redirect children toward hands-on activities — puzzles, reading, and problem-solving — that develop godly focus and creativity instead of digital dependency.

5. The Power of Relationship and Communication

Rev. Owes expands the discussion by emphasizing the loss of interpersonal relationships among children engrossed in screens. She recalls how important it was, growing up, to converse with elders and form meaningful connections — lessons that many children now miss. Such relationships, she notes, teach humility, respect, and empathy.

Reflection: The enemy wants our children to miss real relationship. Investing time in genuine dialogue builds trust, identity, and spiritual grounding — things no device can provide.

6. Parenting with Meekness and Temperance

The heart of this episode centers on the final two fruits: meekness and temperance.

• Meekness is not weakness but power under control. Jesus exemplified this on the cross — having all power yet choosing restraint for the sake of salvation. As parents, we likewise have power, but we must exercise it wisely, using authority to build up rather than break down.
• Temperance is spiritual balance and control — the ability to flow through life’s challenges with grace, not reacting in anger or haste. Rev. Cherry beautifully compares temperance to a well-built truck bed that flexes with heavy loads: strong but flexible.

Together, meekness and temperance teach parents how to guide children calmly, lovingly, and with...

Parenting Series

In this Thanksgiving-eve episode of the Teachable Woman Podcast, Reverends Michele Owes and Diana P. Cherry come together to share a heartfelt and timely message on the faithfulness of God. As part of their ongoing parenting series, they remind listeners that parenting is a divine stewardship—our children belong to God, and we are called to teach them diligently about Him. With warmth, humor, and spiritual insight, this episode encourages listeners to approach the holiday season with gratitude, patience, and the fruit of the Spirit—especially faithfulness.

Rev. Owes reviews a core truth from earlier episodes: our children ultimately belong to the Lord. Parents are entrusted with raising them in the nurture and admonition of God—not just on Sundays or during church activities, but in the everyday rhythms of rising, sitting, walking, and resting.

Rev. Cherry explains that the “faith” mentioned in Galatians refers to God’s faithfulness, not our personal beliefs. Every fruit of the Spirit flows from God's own nature. It is His faithfulness that empowers us to act, speak, and love like Him—especially during challenging family gatherings.

As families gather—whether harmonious or complicated—believers have the opportunity to reflect God’s faithfulness. Rev. Cherry encourages listeners to show love, patience, kindness, and peace toward every family member, including those who may be difficult, different, or estranged.

Rev. Owes reflects on meaningful family moments rooted in kindness and encouragement. She urges listeners to avoid complaining or criticizing and, if tired, to speak less and love more. A single changed heart can shift the entire atmosphere of a Thanksgiving gathering.

Before the cooking, hosting, or traveling begins, Rev. Cherry encourages everyone to start their Thanksgiving morning with the 37-second Lord’s Prayer. This prayer covers every situation and protects hearts from temptation, irritability, and conflict. Quiet prayer—even without words—can redirect a whole household toward peace.

The Reverends remind listeners that our children are watching how we treat family—especially the difficult ones. Demonstrating patience, kindness, and unconditional love is one of the most powerful parenting lessons we can offer. Thanksgiving becomes a teaching opportunity for the next generation.

Even if listeners hear the episode after Thanksgiving, the message still applies. There will always be family gatherings, events, and opportunities to display God’s faithfulness. God’s Word is timeless and always relevant. The Reverends encourage listeners to carry this teaching into every future celebration and relationship.

Rev. Owes and Rev. Cherry close with a reminder that Thanksgiving is more than food or tradition—it is a chance to demonstrate what it truly means to be thankful for God’s goodness. His faithfulness toward us is the foundation for how we treat others. As we gather with family and friends, we have the privilege to invite God into the atmosphere, express genuine gratitude, love unconditionally, and model the fruit of the Spirit for our children.

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In this episode of Five Minutes for Your Day, Reverend Michele Owes opens with a heartfelt question: What do you do when life feels like it’s caving in? She shares a personal moment where challenges piled up unexpectedly, leaving her overwhelmed and under attack.

Rev. Owes describes her instinctive response—deep breathing—only to realize she was breathing herself into near hyperventilation without ever asking for true help. It was in a moment of stillness before the Lord that she remembered a simple yet powerful truth: She had a Helper all along—the Holy Spirit.

She shares her humble apology to God for trying to carry burdens she was never meant to carry. She recounts the moment she finally said, “Help me, Holy Spirit,” and instantly felt the weight lift from her heart.

Drawing from Scripture—Luke 11:13, Romans 8:26, and John 14:26—she reminds listeners that the Holy Spirit comforts, intercedes, teaches, leads, and guides. She emphasizes that we often choose stress, worry, and self-reliance when God has already provided divine help living within us.

Rev. Owes encourages listeners to stop deep breathing through life’s problems and simply ask: Holy Spirit, help me. You don’t have to carry the weight of the world. You have a whole Helper.

In this reflective five-minute devotional, Reverend Michele Owes invites listeners to consider the pressures and burdens that can make life feel overwhelming.

Rev. Owes candidly shares a recent season where multiple issues collided at once, leaving her confused and stressed. She realized that although she was breathing deeply to calm herself, she had overlooked asking the Holy Spirit—the third Person of the Godhead—for help.

When she finally sat in quietness and cast her cares on the Lord, she remembered that she had a divine Helper who was ready and willing to assist. She apologized to God for carrying weights that were not hers and for forgetting the power that resides within every believer.

She reminds listeners that the Holy Spirit intercedes when we don’t know how to pray, teaches us all things, brings comfort, and leads us into truth. Most importantly, the Spirit does not require our frantic efforts—only our permission and surrender.

If you’ve been trying to manage life on your own, pause and invite the Holy Spirit to guide you. Release the weight, breathe, and let your Helper do what only He can do.

In this episode, Reverend Michele Owes offers a simple yet transformative message: when life becomes too heavy, God has already given you help.

She shares a personal testimony of feeling overwhelmed by simultaneous challenges affecting both her and her loved ones. In her attempts to cope, she found herself breathing in and out rapidly—trying to calm herself but forgetting to call on the Holy Spirit.

A quiet moment before God shifted everything. Rev. Owes remembered that she had a Helper and admitted she had not asked Him to intervene. When she finally said, “Holy Spirit, help me,” she immediately felt lifted and renewed.

The episode highlights key scriptures that affirm the Holy Spirit’s role as Comforter, Teacher, Intercessor, and Guide. Rev. Owes encourages listeners to stop trying to manage life through stress, panic, or self-sufficiency. The Holy Spirit doesn’t need our struggle—only our invitation.

Whatever you are facing today, stop carrying the...