Rachael Sade's Blog

Ìwà lẹwà (Character is Beauty)

Ìwà lẹwà is a saying in the Yoruba language that I did not quite understand until recently. There are many such similar proverbs. The Yoruba people pride themselves on being…

Romantic Muses

The Helpmate: For Singles and Married

I have been so focused on vlogging this month, I almost forgot to write. But writing remains my foremost passion and I have a monthly commitment to write at least…

Altars and Agendas

Why Do We Still Treat Single Mothers Like They’re Damaged?

Okafor’s Law isn’t just a cultural myth—it’s a dangerous mindset that shames single mothers and excuses absent fathers. In this post, we unpack how this belief system devalues women, fuels…

Altars and Agendas

Can You Be a Christian… and Still Desire Kink?

Can you love Jesus and still explore desires that don’t fit the typical “church-approved” view of sex? For many Christians, navigating faith and desire feels like a constant tension—especially when it comes to…

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Altars and Agendas

Mirror Talk: Navigating Faith and Body Image in a Filtered World

How do you balance faith and body image in a world obsessed with perfection? This post unpacks beauty, worth, and what it means to see yourself through God's lens.

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Altars and Agendas

Can Love Cross the Faith Line?

What happens when love crosses the faith line? This post explores the tensions of interfaith relationships, what scripture really says, and how grace makes room for real-life love stories—even when they don’t fit…

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Culture Muses

Am I Getting Old?

Each passing hour, each day that slips away, and every year that tacks on another number brings us closer to the inevitable march of old age.

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