Episode Title: "Why Should I Be Righteous?"

Hosted by: Rev. Michele Owes & Rev. Diana P. Cherry

In this powerful and heartfelt episode of The Teachable Woman Podcast, Reverends Michele Owes and Diana P. Cherry dive deep into the topic of righteousness—not self-righteousness, but the true righteousness that aligns us with the will and word of God. This dynamic duo, affectionately known as “teachers of good things,” invite listeners into a soul-searching conversation that challenges, encourages, and equips women to walk upright before the Lord.

Coming off a series on sin, Rev. Michele and Rev. Diana turn the focus toward the redemptive and empowering path of righteousness. Through biblical teaching, personal testimony, and spiritual encouragement, they discuss what it really means to live right with God. This episode isn’t just theory—it includes a practical assignment for listeners and a call to action that extends beyond Sunday sermons.

1. Righteousness Is More Than a Concept—It’s a Calling
2. Rev. Michele emphasizes that the teachings shared on the podcast are meant to have a tangible, beneficial impact on listeners' lives. Righteousness isn't just a church word—it’s a way of life aligned with God’s heart.
3. Your Zeal Needs Knowledge
4. Drawing from Romans 10, the hosts explain how many have a zeal for God but lack biblical understanding. True righteousness requires submitting to God’s righteousness, not defining our own.
5. Assignment: Seek Scripture on Righteousness
6. Rev. Diana gives a new spiritual assignment—search for scriptures on righteousness during personal Bible study. This exercise is meant to deepen understanding and personal accountability.
7. Beware of Self-Righteousness

The episode addresses the difference between righteousness and self-righteousness. True righteousness is not about looking holy—it’s about being aligned with God's word and led by His Spirit.

Righteousness Is a Moment-by-Moment Choice

Rev. Michele shares a powerful story about choosing peace and silence over pride in a conflict situation, illustrating how righteousness often looks like self-restraint in real-time.

Be Do Right Christians: Thinking Right Leads to Living Right. Rev. Diana reminds listeners that thoughts precede actions. To be right, do right, and speak right, you must think right. Monitor your thoughts to guard your spiritual direction.

Be a 'Do-Right' Christian - With warmth and wisdom, Rev. Diana encourages listeners to be what she calls a “do-right Christian”—someone who consistently strives to live upright before God in a world that’s always changing, even though God never does.

Righteousness is not perfection, but it is a pursuit. In this episode, Rev. Michele and Rev. Diana challenge listeners to grow deeper in their relationship with God through obedience, spiritual discipline, and the daily decision to walk in truth. As Rev. Michele says, "The word of God is nourishment for our souls."