Best YogaFaith Podcasts (2025)

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When You Feel Like Your Hair Got Cut by Nate Johnston Read By Michelle Thielen 8:11

22d ago8:11

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Ministry betrayal hurts. Church fatigue is real..I was praying recently when I kept seeing the image of Samson with his head shaved.I know this often represents those who in a previous season who felt like they lost their strength, but what I felt so strongly in my spirit is that this went even deeper - this was about church and ministry fatigue.Fr…

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YOU ARE DETOXING THE POISON OF THE PAST, Nate Johnston - Read by Michelle Thielen 11:59

1M ago11:59

11:59

So many people in the body of Christ right now are dealing with poison...Not physical poison - soul poison. The kind that seeps in from old wounds, betrayals, disappointment, spiritual abuse, and prolonged warfare.The kind you don’t always see, but you feel it—in your relationships, your perception, and even your intimacy with the Lord.It’s the poi…

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Ep. 172 50 Self-Care Ideas 22:13

2M ago22:13

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Taking care of ourselves is a lifetime journey. Invite yourself to practice many of these ideas to care for yourself. If you are a responsible person, you may struggle with the concept of doing these kind gestures for yourself, but it is clear that the scripture reminds of kindness to ourselves. Ps. 139:14 states that we are wonderfully made. Mindf…

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Ep. 171 What I have Learned in YogaFaith 24:56

2M ago24:56

24:56

While pursuing my training to be a yoga instructor, I have gained so much spiritual inspiration. My goal is to intimately connect people to Christ; mind, body, spirit and soul by providing a safe and nurturing environment. Here are some of the best things that I have learned so far. More information on YogaFaith. Inspiration on Health: Thoughtful S…

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Ep. 170 Vertical Living with Ronnie Stevens 31:57

2M ago31:57

31:57

Part 2 of 2. Ronnie Stevens, Pastoral Care Specialist with 46 years experience, recently returned to the United States after spending decades overseas in mission work. He currently serves at an Associate Pastor of Harvest Church in Memphis, TN. While greatly loved for his shepherding skills, he is equally appreciated for his teaching and leadership…

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Ep. 169 Musings with Ronnie Stevens 40:02

3M ago40:02

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Ronnie Stevens is a Pastoral Care Specialist with 46 years experience, 24 of those years spent in pastoral work in a missions context overseas. Since recently returning to the United States, Ronnie serves as an Associate Pastor of Harvest Church in Memphis, TN. While Ronnie is deeply loved for his shepherding skills, he is equally appreciated for h…

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Ep. 168 Finding Your People 17:13

3M ago17:13

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Finding your people is serious business. Sometimes our people find us. Sometimes we have to say goodbye to a season and the people that we have loved. Sometimes we have to find new people. Sometimes we don't know what we are looking for in friendships. Sometimes we know that we need people to complete something deeply human in ourselves. To search …

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Ep. 167 Nibble Boards 25:46

3M ago25:46

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Nibble boards are for sharing? Nibble boards invite a party! Nibble boards are easy! So, what is a nibble board? Who likes nibble boards? How do you build a nibble board? Simply put, a nibble board is just a clever way of creating shareable appetizers. Building a nibble board is easy with these ideas. For more ideas on HOME and FAMILY: Hospitality …

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Ep. 166 WHY Homeschool? - FREE eBook 20:31

4M ago20:31

20:31

The true answer to this question is that all kinds of people choose to homeschool for a wide variety of reasons. Everyone from lawyers to plumbers to teachers to doctors to pilots select home education for their child. While the reasons are varied, here are a few of the most popular reasons. If you are planning to homeschool or just thinking about …

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Ep. 165 Tips for Food Management 22:13

4M ago22:13

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Kitchen management, bulk cooking and grocery shopping are just a few of the critical ways to create efficiency with food management at home. All of us are eager to eat every day. As we navigate through the phases of relating to food in our home, we must fetch our food, process our food, organize our food, clean food related spaces and then do it al…

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Ep. 164 HOW and WHAT to Purge 34:24

4M ago34:24

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Are you feeling crowded in your space? Do you have to move? Has stuff been coming into your house while stuff is not going out? It might be time to ruthlessly purge. Purging may take pockets of time or you may have a window of time to devote to processing. Deciding HOW and WHAT to purge can give you a head start. Take a deep breath. Work this proce…

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Ep. 163 BEST Cleaning Helps: Organization and Efficiency 24:42

4M ago24:42

24:42

Keeping a manageable living space contributes to basic happy living. Chaos invites stress and wasted time. Taking the time to create routines and rhythms in your home promises to improve your everyday by freeing up your time for more of what you want to do. One of the best resources available is the book Hum of the Home. This compilation of thought…

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Ep. 162 Thoughtful Steps to a Healthy You - Being a Whole Person 38:44

5M ago38:44

38:44

It is critical to access your personal health on multiple levels to ensure that you are a healthy, whole person. Several times a year it is key to take inventory of yourself physically, mentally, relationally, emotionally and spiritually. Allow time to marinate, to dream and create specific steps to cultivate growth. I love the energy and positivit…

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Ep. 161 Things in Your Home an Organizer Would Toss 29:33

5M ago29:33

29:33

If the weather is making you feel like refreshing your space, clear the clutter first. So often unnecessary items are crowding our living areas. When doing daily, weekly or seasonal cleaning it is best to begin by identifying trash. Identify the things you do not use, things you don't love, expired things, broken things and just trash. It's time to…

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Acts 2 Year Nate Johnston Michelle Thielen 13:35

5M ago13:35

13:35

2025 is an Acts 2 year!By Michelle Thielen

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Michelle Thielen Nate Johnston Rebirth Rebuild in 2025 15:46

5M ago15:46

15:46

Rebuild and Rebirth in 2025By Michelle Thielen

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Prophetic Word and Clarion Call for 2025 25:47

5M ago25:47

25:47

An invitation to become a REFORMER and a part of the greatest move of God. I pray you accept it, Michelle ThielenBook Mentioned: The Wild One by Nate Johnstonhttps://amzn.to/3DyLE6gBy Michelle Thielen

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Ep. 160 Leah's Orange Cranberry Bread Pudding 15:46

6M ago15:46

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Looking for a dish to add for a special breakfast or a yummy dessert, try Leah's Orange Cranberry Bread Pudding!! Create it from scratch or let it be the serious yum created by leftovers like French toast and biscuits. As you might expect, the secret is in the sauce!! You might want to double the recipe and make two. Enjoy!! Recipe at www.nurturing…

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Ep. 159 Easy Ideas for Putting Up Your Christmas Tree 30:44

6M ago30:44

30:44

Do you love putting up your Christmas tree? Do you have a rhythm that works well for you? Would you like to know what the professionals know? Early in my working life I worked as an interior decorator beside a designer who put up Christmas decorations. Along the way, I picked up a few tips regarding putting up Christmas trees quickly and efficientl…

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Ep. 158 Gift Ideas with Expert Katie McLeod 57:52

6M ago57:52

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Looking for unique gift ideas? Fun thoughts for experience gifts and physical gifts that demonstrate thoughtfulness communicate value to the receiver. Choose gifts that show the receiver is known and celebrated. Listen for needs. Develop an intuition for experience gifts that encourage more togetherness and memory making. Planning ahead with meanin…

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Sun Salutation C with Michelle Thielen of YOGAFAITH 13:56

7M ago13:56

13:56

For whatever reason Sun Salutation C or Surya Namaskar C, is not as popular as A and B.Sun C (or Son C in YogaFaith) is a 12-posture yoga sequence that stretches and strengthens the body, often performed at the beginning of a yoga practice like A and B, or in a slower more meditative way at the end of practice. It's a variation on the traditional S…

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YogaFaith Love Meditation 36:09

7M ago36:09

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Unplug, unwind and relax with YogaFaith Ambassador Celeste Davidson [In Memory of].By Michelle Thielen

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Ep. 157 Doing the Work of Losing 165 Pounds: Paul Becker's Health Journey 1:06:47

7M ago1:06:47

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At age 34 when facing a spinal cord injury and the limitations of weighing 400 pounds, Paul decided that he had to do better. Without a tradition of nutritious eating, Paul made the choice to change his everyday normal. Motivated to grasp the vitality of living, he embarked on a purposeful journey to a healthier future. Through extensive research, …

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Keeping Online Gatherings Events Sacred 26:42

7M ago26:42

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Created for Your YogaFaith Online Journey.Though founder Michelle Thielen created this for YogaFaith students' online journey, this material will bless you in any of your online and virtual gatherings.11 Sacred PointsMichelle Thielen created 11 sacred points that will help you in any online journey, learn how to teach others to do the same.You can …

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Ep. 156 Affirming Grows Gratitude 26:21

7M ago26:21

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What is affirming? How does affirming naturally grow gratitude? The big idea is that gratitude toward others leads to affirming them which is followed by positive emotions for all. Increased social skills and an expansion in your community add greatly to your emotional well being as well as others. Affirming is a win-win for everyone. While affirmi…

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Ep. 155 Fall Into More Coziness 24:09

7M ago24:09

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How can you fall into more coziness? Can you be too cozy? Since it is fall by all indications here, it might be the right time to lean into what is spectacular about this season...coziness. As the late warm summer teases with cooler, crisp temperatures, the glories of the promised transition to fall brings the anticipation of some of our favorite t…

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Michelle Thielen What it Looks Like to Have a Target on Your Back by Nate Johnston 8:53

8M ago8:53

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WHAT IT REALLY MEANS WHEN YOU HAVE A TARGET ON YOUR BACKYou are moving mountains the enemy is occupying. Your obedience is shifting spiritual atmospheres, tearing down strongholds, and disrupting the enemy’s plans.You are taking ground the enemy thought he owned. Every step you take is reclaiming territory for the Kingdom of God, advancing into are…

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Nate Johnston’s Stepping Into The Slipstream Of Your Transition 16:31

9M ago16:31

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Being in ministry for any length of time one goes throug many seasons and many transitions. What we know at YOGAFAITH is GOD IS FAITHFUL! He never forsakes us and He uses everything for our good (Rom. 8:28). What Nate calls Slipstream we call the Jet stream of grace, as in once you get beyond the TURBULENCE and above the clouds God has a jet stream…

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Ep. 154 5 Things I Know About Heaven 27:36

9M ago27:36

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"I must keep alive in myself the desire for my true country, which I shall not find til' death, I must never let it get snowed under or turned aside; I must make it the main object of life to press on to that country and to help others to do the same." - C.S Lewis Perhaps you have felt like you do not fit here on earth. As a Christ follower we were…

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The Full Armor of God; Prayer and the Crown Chakra 15:40

10M ago15:40

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The Full Armor of God // Crown Chakra {Prayer + The Helmet of Salvation}Video at: https://youtu.be/rvaoHSXDyHQ?si=l4-QShdFbxBLXvqbWhile not a piece of armor, prayer is mentioned immediately after the Armor of God as the means by which one activates and sustains their spiritual defenses. Because the crown chakra represents spiritual connection and e…

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Ep. 153 Is Heaven Real? 25:53

10M ago25:53

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Heaven is REAL! It exists today. Little is discussed about our eternal destination, but the truths expressed in God's holy word offer glorious glimpses of the potential future for those who trust God. An understanding about the true teaching of heaven can change our daily reality. Join this conversation to open your mind to truths about heaven. Wha…

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Ep. 152 Snowflake Babies - Embryo Adoption with Leslie Hollowell 29:10

10M ago29:10

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Now in its fifth decade, in vitro fertilization (IVF) and other reproduction technology have been the answer to many people's prayers for a family. However, this success has led to an excess of frozen embryos. Nearly 1.5 million babies are in a frozen orphanage. Many biological parents store embryos for further use. When parents have completed thei…

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Ep. 151 Weeds and Seeds: A Conversation With Leslie Hollowell 51:59

10M ago51:59

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Join this conversation with Leslie Hollowell. Hear how intentional living and the pattern of discipleship has shaped her life. Only God could have known that Leslie's road of singleness of 37 years along with working as an elementary school teacher for 10 of these years, would be the building blocks He used in her life to allow her the privilege of…

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Ep. 150 Celebrating 150 Podcast Episodes and Blogs 23:14

11M ago23:14

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Thank you, to you our listener, for joining us in this journey of 150 podcast episodes with companion blogs. This celebration invites us to hear Tim's favorite five episodes, my favorite five episodes and most importantly, YOUR favorites! What is your personal favorite? What would you like to hear more of? Thank you for being the reason we spend ti…

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Embodying the Full Armor, Part 6, Sword Of The Spirit And Brow Chakra 29:02

11M ago29:02

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Embodying the Full ArmorSword of the Spirit // Third Eye (Brow) Chakrahttps://yogafaith.orgThe Sword of the Spirit represents the Word of God, while the brow or third eye chakra is associated with intuition and insight. These can be compared in that spiritual insight and discernment are needed to "rightly divide the word of truth" (2 Timothy 2:15).…

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Ep. 149 15 Compliments That Are NOT About Physical Appearance 22:54

11M ago22:54

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Recently a friend shared this encouragement on communication that focuses on the inner qualities of a person instead of their outer appearance. This is so important when practicing social skills, emotional intelligence and friendship development. Consider memorizing a few of these compliments. Or use these as prompts to create authentic, winning co…

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Embodying the Full Armor, Part 5, Helmet of Salvation and Throat Chakra Embodying the Full Armor 24:52

11M ago24:52

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Helmet of Salvation // Throat Chakrahttps://yogafaith.org/yogafaith-university/The Helmet of Salvation is worn on the head as a means to protect the entire face, mouth, eyes, ears, the entire head and the mind, which is vital for the protection of our thoughts, casting down strongholds and arguments contrary to the Lord (2 Cor. 10:3-5), as well as …

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Ep. 148 Prepping for Preschool 33:33

11M ago33:33

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While preparing for preschool seems optional for the summer or the school year, it is vitally important. Don't waste the preschool years by limiting your little one to entertainment options. Maximize the season of learning that those early years bring. Preschool years are ripe learning years. Secondly, if you don't have a plan to keep the little on…

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Embodying the Full Armor, Shield of Faith and Heart Chakra, Part 4 29:36

11M ago29:36

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Shield of Faith // Heart ChakraThe Shield of Faith can be associated with the heart chakra as both relate to love, compassion, and acceptance. This chakra is also related to our identity / identity in Christ and who He says that we are. The Heart Chakra is located at the center of the chakra system and represents the bridge between the lower chakra…

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Embodying the Full Armor, Shield of Faith and the Heart Chakra, Part 4 29:36

11M ago29:36

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Shield of Faith // Heart Chakrahttps://yogafaith.orgThe Shield of Faith can be associated with the heart chakra as both relate to love, compassion, and acceptance. This chakra is also related to our identity / identity in Christ and who He says that we are. The Shield of Faith is a means of protection against "the fiery darts of the wicked one". Ou…

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Embodying the Full Armor Part 4; The Shield of Faith and Heart Chakra 29:36

11M ago29:36

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The Shield of Faith can be associated with the heart chakra as both relate to love, compassion, and acceptance. This chakra is also related to our identity / identity in Christ and who He says that we are. The Shield of Faith is a means of protection against "the fiery darts of the wicked one". Our shield is not a passive defense but an active one,…

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Ep. 147 You Can't Make Me, But I Can Be Persuaded 33:37

11M ago33:37

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Speaking as a parent of a strong-willed child (SWC), I can communicate as one has been in the trenches. The wonderful part of this is that I can confirm that this child is likely intelligent and full of potential. While parenting this personality can be altogether demanding, frustrating and intensely maddening. It also gives you a front row seat to…

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Your Presence Matters 15:44

12M ago15:44

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Hello Listeners! It's been 4 weeks since my last podcast! After spending some time in a personal "reset" I am grateful to be back and bring you this encouragement today! Brenda is committed to helping people become whole; heart, mind and soul. Whether you need Spiritual Life Coaching, Personal Awareness Coaching or Somatic Therapy, she is dedicated…

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Ep. 146 10 Things TO DO When Visiting Your Parents 25:46

12M ago25:46

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My hope is that you have a wonderful relationship with your parents. My hope is that you are visiting them as frequently as you hope your own children will visit you when they are grown. We can agree that relationships take work. Our interaction with our parents or our children is no exception. Open, honest conversations lead to better relationship…

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Embodying the Full Armor; Shoes of Peace and Solar Plexus, Part 3 14:40

12M ago14:40

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Shoes of Peace and Solar PlexusEmbodying the Full ArmorShoes of the Gospel of Peace // Solar Plexus ChakraThe Shoes of the Gospel of Peace correspond to the Solar Plexus Chakra because of the importance to be grounded in the Gospel of peace and progressively move towards peace with self and others whenever possible. If possible, as far as it depend…

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Ep. 145 When Grown Children Use Their Parent's Home for Long-Term Storage 32:24

12M ago32:24

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Today's thoughts center around what to do with the stuff that represents life that has been lived, but is no longer used daily or on a regular basis. Life is a series of transitions. One of the inevitable changes is moving out of the home where you lived with your parents. Consider how many parents continue to live with their children's things long…

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Embodying the Full Armor, Breastplate of Righteousness and Sacral Chakra, Part 2 12:40

12M ago12:40

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Breastplate of Righteousness and Sacral ChakraEmbodying the Full ArmorBreastplate of Righteousness // Sacral ChakraThe Breastplate of Righteousness, protects the heart and vital organs. It could be likened to maintaining purity and moral integrity through God in one's relationships and emotional connections. When I place the Breastplate of Righteou…

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The Embodiment of the Full Armor: Part 1: Belt of Truth and Root Chakra 13:00

1y ago13:00

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An Introduction; An Embodiment of God's Divine ProtectionEmbodying the Full Armor; A Journey Through The Armor Of God And The Chakra SystemIn the practice of YogaFaith, worshiping the Lord is a whole body experience (Matt. 22:37, Act 17:28, Mark 12:20). We are to present ourselves as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to the Lord (Rom. 12:1). …

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Ep. 144 The Heart of ANGER: Practical Help for the Prevention and Cure of Anger in Children 25:44

1y ago25:44

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Since I was a young woman, I have worked with children. As I dearly love these young hearts, I am particularly attuned to the anger evident in so many of them. Sometimes the anger comes from a wounded place or a response to bullying. Other times it is the response to neglect or even an head injury. This podcast explores practical helps for the prev…

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Ep. 143 25 Ways that Parents Provoke Their Children to Anger 25:31

1y ago25:31

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Anger in a child is a real response. While God holds each of us, even a child, responsible for his or her sin, God does hold parents 100% responsible for their actions which provoke a child to anger. Check out these 25 ways that a parent might provoke their child to anger. Loving my children well means that communication on this topic must remain o…

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