In this powerful episode of the Transitional Clay Podcast, Barry sits down with Tamara Barker from Awaken Church to unpack what true freedom really looks like.

This conversation goes deeper than surface-level change—it reveals how to heal the root causes of pain, addiction, and emotional wounds.

🔥 Key Takeaways:

• Why behavior change alone doesn’t work
• The difference between fruit and root issues
• How forgiveness unlocks freedom
• The role of the Holy Spirit in healing
• Practical steps to begin your healing journey

If you’ve been stuck in cycles of addiction, pain, or emotional wounds, this episode will give you clarity—and a path forward.

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(00:00) Introduction & Meet Tamara Barker

(01:04) First Meeting & Transformation Story

(03:26) What It Means to Walk by Faith

(05:48) Moving Without a Plan

(08:12) Letting Go of What You Built

(09:41) How to Hear God Clearly

(11:54) Why Faith Sometimes Fails

(13:11) Building Trust with God

(14:28) Tamara’s Salvation Story

(16:46) Radical Transformation

(19:25) God’s Love & Acceptance

(20:53) Encouragement for Struggling Faith

(22:45) Obedience Unlocks Clarity

(24:12) Understanding Freedom & Healing

(26:23) Fruit vs Root Explained

(27:53) Identifying Your Wounds

(29:17) The Power of Forgiveness

(30:43) Healing the Heart

(33:29) Future Vision: Freedom by Design

(35:20) Final Encouragement