Culture Vs. Purpose

Navigating Godly Friendships | Iron Sharpening Iron

In today’s episode, I’m joined by two of my close friends for a conversation that’s been heavy on my heart lately: Godly friendship and iron sharpening iron. Since coming to Christ, the friendships that truly challenge me and keep me accountable have radically transformed my walk. We talk about how the people you surround yourself with can either pull you toward God or push you away — and how to know when it’s time to release what no longer aligns. We dive into: * Why ungodly friendships are so spiritually harmful * Red flags to look for and what unequally yoked really looks like * How to build Christ-centered community from scratch (especially post-grad) * The fruit of real God-ordained friendships and how they sharpen you * Giving and receiving correction in love without offense * Personal testimonies of growth, conviction, and spiritual intimacy within our own friend group If God has been tugging on your heart about letting go of certain people or preparing you to find your people — this one’s for you. Whether you’re in community or praying for it, I hope this episode gives you clarity, encouragement, and courage to walk faithfully into your next season. Follow Culture Vs Purpose ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/culturevspurpose/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/culturevspurpose/] Follow your host ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/tiha.alam/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/tihaalam/] Follow on TikTok ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@tiha.alam?lang=en⁠⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@tihaalam?lang=en] Shop my Storefront https://www.amazon.com/shop/fatihaalam [https://www.amazon.com/shop/fatihaalam] Marisa's IG: @Marisagracepennypel Joshua's IG: @Sowellio._

God Placed This Dream In You For a Reason

In this episode, we dive into the reality of walking with a dream that doesn’t seem to be moving, at least not in the way or timing you thought it would. I build on a previous episode about dreams and share what it’s looked like to carry a promise from God, only to find myself in a season of waiting, pruning, and quiet transformation. This episode is for the ones who are still waiting. The ones who feel unseen, stuck, or like they missed something. I talk about the difference between purpose and calling, how to test if your dream is really from God, and the danger of chasing what looks good instead of what’s in His will. For over a year, I prayed and worked and showed up, wondering why the dream God gave me still felt so far away. It wasn’t until I truly surrendered, letting go of control, idols, and even my own timeline, that I began to see the fruit. But before the breakthrough, there was a breaking. And before the testimony, there was a long stretch of obedience with no applause. I also share notes from a recent sermon that lit a fire in me — reminding me that success in the Kingdom looks like faithfulness, not fame. And sometimes, the most powerful move you can make is staying the course when nothing seems to be shifting. If you're in a season where the wait feels heavy, I pray this episode meets you right where you are. You’re not behind, you’re being built. And God is still writing your story. Let’s talk about how to stay rooted, surrendered, and hopeful while you wait for the dream to come alive. Follow Culture Vs. Purpose ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/culturevspurpose/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/culturevspurpose/] Follow your host ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/tihaalam/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/tihaalam/] Follow on TikTok ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@tihaalam?lang=en⁠⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@tihaalam?lang=en] Follow on YouTube www.youtube.com/@tihaalam [http://www.youtube.com/@tihaalam]

Finding Freedom in The Fire

Welcome to Culture Vs Purpose. In this episode, I open up about a season of unexpected challenges—one that has tested my faith, stretched my obedience, and revealed the deeper work God is doing in my life. Recently, I made the unexpected decision to move back home, a choice I never imagined making but one that God placed on my heart. What I anticipated as a season of purpose quickly became a season of hardship, as past wounds resurfaced and the weight of my upbringing settled heavily on me. I found myself questioning: Why would God bring me back to the very place that once broke me? This episode is about what it means to trust God in the fire—when His promises feel distant, when suffering seems unrelenting, and when faith is tested beyond measure. It’s about believing in His plan even when circumstances feel unbearable and understanding that sometimes, God calls us to return not just to transform our surroundings, but to heal the brokenness within us. If you’ve ever felt like you’re standing in the middle of a trial, uncertain of how God is working, this one is for you. I see you, I hear you, and I feel you. Let's talk about what it means to endure through hardship, embrace obedience even when it's difficult, and hold onto the unshakable truth that God never leaves us—especially in the fire. Follow Culture Vs Purpose ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/culturevspurpose/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/culturevspurpose/] Follow your host ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/tihaalam/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/tihaalam/] Follow on TikTok ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@tihaalam?lang=en⁠⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@tihaalam?lang=en]

How To Shed Off Your Baggage

In this heartfelt and transparent episode, your host Fatiha reflects on the transformative power of surrendering pride, anger, and bitterness to God. Kicking off the new year with optimism and faith, she shares personal stories of past struggles, spiritual immaturity, and the lessons she learned through conflict and suffering. Drawing from her own experiences—family conflicts, betrayal, and moments of deep emotional pain—Fatiha highlights how pride and anger can weigh us down, keep us in toxic cycles, and hinder spiritual growth. Through Scripture and prayer, she encourages listeners to seek deliverance, let go of offense, and embrace God’s healing and grace. Tune in to discover how laying down pride and anger can open the door to peace, spiritual maturity, and purpose. This episode concludes with a powerful prayer for freedom and renewal in Christ. Follow Culture Vs Purpose ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/culturevspurpose/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/culturevspurpose/] Follow your host ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/tihaalam/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/tihaalam/] Follow on TikTok ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@tihaalam?lang=en⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@tihaalam?lang=en]

Faith, Love, and Letting Go: How God Redeemed My Relationship

In this heartfelt episode of Culture vs. Purpose, your host Fatiha Alam shares a deeply personal testimony about how she and her partner overcame obstacles in their relationship through the grace and faithfulness of God. From periods of doubt and spiritual warfare to divine confirmations (both encountering God's voice) and miraculous breakthroughs, this testimony reveals the power of obedience and surrender to God's will. Whether you're navigating a relationship, embracing singleness, or seeking God's purpose in your life, Fatiha's journey will inspire you to trust in His promises even when the path feels unclear. Tune in for a story of love, faith, and redemption, and learn how the power of letting go can transform your circumstances. Don’t forget to follow and share your thoughts—I’d love to hear how this message resonates with you! 💛 Follow Culture Vs Purpose ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/culturevspurpose/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/culturevspurpose/] Follow your host ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/tihaalam/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/tihaalam/] Follow on TikTok ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@tihaalam?lang=en⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@tihaalam?lang=en]