Rachael Sade's Blog

Who Gets to Decide What’s Gospel? The Gaise Baba Controversy

Gaise Baba’s viral song “I Have Decided to Follow Jesus” has sparked controversy, with some critics saying it’s “just vibes” and not real gospel. But what even is gospel music?…

Altars and Agendas

Fearful Yoruba, Fearless Igbo? Let’s Talk.

When Pastor Bolaji Idowu called the Yoruba race fearful and praised the Igbo for being bold, it stirred controversy. But beneath the backlash lies a deeper cultural tension: is Yoruba…

Culture Muses

My Complicated Relationship with Feminism

Feminist: a person who believes in the social, political, and economic equality of the sexes. ― Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, We Should All Be Feminists I was a child when I first…

Altars and Agendas

When Faith Meets Science: Toke Makinwa’s IVF Journey Sparks Debate

Toke Makinwa shares her IVF journey at 40. Miracle or misstep? Explore faith, culture, and motherhood in this Altars and Agendas episode.

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Is It Better Not to Marry? A Biblical Perspective

Is marriage a need or just a want? The Bible says marriage is honorable, but Paul also called singleness a gift. In 1 Corinthians 7, he reminds us that while marriage sanctifies desire…

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If You Love Me, You Will Accept Me As I Am

Love sits in the tension between acceptance and correction. This episode of Altars and Agendas explores when love affirms, when it challenges, and how attraction, identity, and culture shape what we expect in…

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Submission, Marriage, and the Truth We Don’t Want to Hear

Marriage and submission have become some of the most debated topics of our time. Is submission outdated, oppressive, or essential for harmony? In this post, I explore the cultural shifts, faith-based truths, and…

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