In this episode of Living Free and Truth, we dive into biblical financial stewardship. It's not prosperity gospel, not fear-based scarcity thinking, and not hustle culture. Learn how to manage your money as a tool, not a god.We’ll cover:God’s ownership of all things and the heart of stewardshipPractical budgeting, saving, and generosityAvoiding debt, dishonesty, and fear-driven decisionsAligning your financial decisions with your faith and valuesWhether you’re starting out or looking for a biblical framework to steward what God has entrusted to you, this episode offers clarity, practical steps, and freedom from money anxiety.00:00:00 – Intro00:01:08 – Biblical Foundation: God Owns Everything & Faithfulness Over Amount00:05:10 – Trust, Anxiety, and Faith in Money00:08:10 – Earning Honestly: Integrity in Action00:12:36 – Intentional Spending & Counting the Cost00:15:30 – Generosity, Margin, & Living Below Your Means00:18:55 – Housing, Food, & Practical Budgeting00:22:25 – Debt: Avoid, Reduce, & Plan Wisely00:25:36 – Security in God, Not Money & Reflection Questions#budgeting #money #moneymanagement #financialgoals #biblicalliving

In this episode of the Living Free in Truth Podcast, we’re grounding self-care as biblical stewardship and what it looks like to care for our physical body (sleep, eating, moving), our soul (emotions), and our spirit.We’ll walk through an overview:- What biblical self-care actually means- Why neglecting your body is not spiritual- How emotional health and spiritual maturity are connected- Rest, boundaries, and disciplineBiblical self-care is about stewarding what God has entrusted to you: your body, your soul, and your spirit so you can love God and others faithfully.If you’ve felt exhausted, spiritually distracted, overwhelmed, or confused about what rest should look like as a believer and want some practicals, this episode is for you.👉 Subscribe for more biblically grounded conversations on discernment, spiritual health, and living free in truth.#soulcare #christianfaith Resources:Emotionally Healthy Spirituality: It's Impossible to Be Spiritually Mature, While Remaining Emotionally Immaturehttps://www.amazon.com/Emotionally-Healthy-Spirituality-Impossible-Spiritually/dp/0310348498/Sacred Rhythms: Arranging Our Lives for Spiritual Transformation (Transforming Resources)https://www.amazon.com/Sacred-Rhythms-Arranging-Spiritual-Transformation/dp/0830833331/Boundaries Updated and Expanded Edition: When to Say Yes, How to Say No To Take Control of Your Lifehttps://www.amazon.com/Boundaries-Updated-Expanded-When-Control/dp/0310351804Living Watershttps://www.desertstream.org/who-we-areTrauma Healing Institutehttps://traumahealinginstitute.org/

Self-care is everywhere but is it actually biblical?In this episode, we challenge the modern self-care narrative and contrast it with what Scripture teaches about stewardship, discipline, rest, and obedience. While culture tells us to prioritize comfort and self-preservation, the Bible calls believers to faithfulness, self-control, and surrender not indulgence. While New Age spiritualism creeps in under the guise of secular self care, find Biblical ways to truly take care of self.If you’ve ever felt confused, guilty, or spiritually stagnant while chasing “self-care,” this conversation will bring clarity and correction.📖 Scriptures referenced include themes from:- Stewardship vs. self-indulgence- Discipline and training over comfort- Rest as obedience, not escape▶️ Watch, reflect, and realign.

00:00 Self-Care Culture Explained

05:12 Why Self-Care Feels Right but Falls Short

10:28 What the Bible Actually Teaches

16:03 Rest vs. Escape

21:47 When Self-Care Becomes Self-Preservation

27:15 A Better Framework: Stewardship

32:40 Faithfulness Over Feelings

#selfcare #soulcare #spiritualdiscipline

Social media isn’t neutral. It shapes your desires, your discipline, and your devotion. In this episode of Living Free in Truth, we examine whether social media is a tool for the Kingdom or a trap for the soul.Social media promises connection, inspiration, and entertainment—but left unchecked, it can quietly cultivate comparison, lust, pride, idleness, and discontent.In this episode, I share my personal journey as a marketer and ministry leader who has been both deeply immersed in social media and completely offline for nearly two years. We explore the biblical warnings that apply directly to modern scrolling, the addictive nature of algorithms, and how God has still used social platforms powerfully for revival, evangelism, and testimony.We’ll cover:- Why social media is a battlefield for your heart and mind- How scrolling feeds comparison, envy, lust, and consumerism- The difference between using a tool and being mastered by it- Biblical wisdom on guarding your eyes, time, and desires- Practical steps for discernment, boundaries, and digital discipline- How God has used social media for revival, salvation, and Kingdom workThis isn’t a call to fear technology, but a call to redeem it.📖 Scriptures referenced include James 1, Ephesians 5, Psalm 101, Matthew 6, Philippians 4, and more.Ask yourself:Am I using social media for God or is it using me?▶️ Subscribe for biblical truth, spiritual discernment, and freedom in Christ.

💬 Share your experience with social media in the comments.00:00 – Social Media: A Battlefield for the Soul00:37 – Tool or Trap? Framing the Conversation01:09 – Why Social Media Exists & Why We Use It02:27 – My Background in Marketing & Social Media03:27 – FOMO, Fasting, and Going Completely Offline06:24 – Algorithms, Dopamine, and Addiction07:12 – When Going Offline Turns Into Pride08:05 – Asbury Revival & God Using Social Media09:33 – Billy Graham: Using Every Tool for the Gospel10:26 – Testimony: Finding Jesus Through Social Media12:56 – When Tools Become Traps (James 1)14:02 – Idleness, Time Theft, and Scrolling Sin16:24 – Comparison, Envy, and Pride17:20 – Lust, Temptation, and Guarding Your Eyes18:32 – Consumerism, Money, and Discontentment20:00 – Approval, Metrics, and Fear of Man20:58 – Practical Wisdom & Boundaries26:13 – Are You Attracting God or People?More Resources:https://datareportal.com/reports/digital-2025-sub-section-state-of-socialStop Wasting Your Evenings:https://youtu.be/jtOifPRI-ik?si=GbPvlJLL-Xrr_pQIhttps://youtu.be/KXvyd-tkrmc?si=aG3jtISl_l2Qh3j7

Hustle culture tells us our worth is measured by productivity, income, and nonstop grind. The gospel tells a very different story.In this episode of Living Free and Truth, we unpack:- What hustle culture actually is and how it formed- The historical roots from the Protestant work ethic to modern digital burnout- How work shifted from calling to identity- Signs and symptoms of hustle culture- The spiritual, emotional, and relational costs of constant striving- What Scripture really says about work, rest, contentment, and trust in God- Key applications God never designed us to live exhausted, anxious, and driven by comparison. He calls us to work faithfully, rest intentionally, and find our identity in Christ.If you’ve felt burned out, guilty for resting, or pressured to monetize every part of your life, this episode is for you.Key Scriptures:Genesis 2–3, Ecclesiastes 1, Matthew 6, Mark 6:31, Hebrews 4, Philippians 4, 1 Timothy 600:00 Hustle Culture vs the Gospel05:00 How Work Became Our Identity10:00 The Digital Age & Constant Grind15:00 What the Bible Says About Work & Toil20:00 God’s Design for Rest & Contentment25:00 When Busyness Replaces Love30:00 Living Faithfully in a Hustle-Driven World33:30 Choosing Rest, Trust, and Obedience

The enemy rarely lies outright. He disguises deception as truth, wisdom, spirituality, and even goodness.In this episode of Living Free in Truth, we expose common lies from the New Age, occult-influenced practices, and subtle deceptions within Christian culture, then contrast them with clear biblical truth.We cover:- Why “it works” doesn’t mean it’s from God- How spiritual deception is disguised as science, energy, or healing- Lies that attack identity, worth, peace, and trust in God- The difference between conviction and condemnation- Practical biblical tools to test, discern, and reject liesThis episode is for anyone who wants discernment without fear, truth without compromise, and freedom rooted in Christ, not based on feelings, signs, or culture.📖 Key Scriptures include:1 Peter 5:8 • Deuteronomy 12 • 2 Thessalonians 2 • Matthew 24 • Romans 1 • John 14 • Romans 8 • Hebrews 12 • 2 Corinthians 10👉 Comment below:Which lie stood out to you — and what truth are you choosing to believe instead?00:00 Introduction: How the Enemy Uses Deception04:30 The Progression of Deception: Harmless → Helpful → Beneficial09:00 “It Works” Doesn’t Mean God Approves14:30 Peace, Energy, and Feeling Close to God19:30 Common Defenses People Use to Justify Deception24:30 Core Lies About Identity and Worth29:30 Fear, Control, and Trusting God34:30 Hopelessness, Relativism, and Shaken Foundations39:30 How to Actively Defend Against Lies43:30 Final Encouragement & Prayer

Money isn’t just a practical issue, Jesus said it’s a spiritual one.In this episode of Living Free in Truth, we walk through what the Bible actually teaches about money, stewardship, generosity, and idolatry. Jesus made it clear: you cannot serve both God and Mammon. That means the love of money is never neutral: it either serves God’s kingdom or competes with it.We explore:- Why money has spiritual power- What “Mammon” really is- Why the love of money leads people away from God- The difference between temporary wealth and eternal reward- How generosity breaks money’s grip on the heart- Why stewardship is about faithfulness, not amounts- How anxiety, fear, and security reveal who we truly trustThis episode is not anti-money.It is anti-idolatry.And it’s a call to freedom, trust, and biblical stewardship.00:00 Introduction: Why Money Is a Spiritual Issue05:00 You Can’t Serve God and Mammon10:30 The Love of Money vs Eternal Wealth16:00 When Money Becomes a False Savior21:30 Stewardship, Not Ownership27:00 Generosity Breaks Mammon’s Grip32:30 Anxiety, Trust, and God’s Provision38:00 God Owns EverythingPersonal Testimonies of Trusting God with Finances40:23 – Personal Testimonies of Trusting God with Finances45:18 – Final Encouragement & ClosingMore Resources:Jesus’ Perspective on Wealth in 6 Minuteshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GpqOdHV3dmU&t=24sThe Christian and His Money | Derek Princehttps://youtu.be/sYYq2S2HsYk?si=mjqt51hvibfh8kTphttps://www.gotquestions.org/what-is-mammon.html

Prophetic language is everywhere today,“God told me,” “I have a word for you,” “The Lord showed me.” But Scripture is clear: not every spiritual voice is from God.In this episode of Living Free in Truth, we walk through biblical tests for discerning true prophets from false prophets, using Scripture, not hype, not fear, and not personality.We examine:• Clear biblical marks of false prophets• How gifting is not the same as godliness• Why signs and wonders are not proof of approval• The warning of Balaam• Jesus, Paul, Ezekiel, and Peter’s teachings on deception• How false prophecy brings false peace and spiritual damageThis episode is for believers who want truth, clarity, and discernment rooted in Scripture📖 Key Scriptures: Ezekiel 13 & 34, Matthew 7, 2 Peter 2, 2 Corinthians 11, Colossians 2If you’ve ever felt confused, pressured, or harmed by “prophetic words,” this teaching is for you.00:00 – Why Discernment Matters Today01:05 – Prophetic Language Is Everywhere02:00 – God’s Severe Warning in Ezekiel 1304:55 – “Whitewashed Walls”: False Peace Explained06:10 – Why False Prophecy Often Sounds Encouraging06:55 – Whitewashed Tombs (Jesus’ Warning)07:40 – False Shepherds vs the Heart of God (Ezekiel 34)11:20 – God Seeks the Scattered Sheep12:25 – It’s Not About Predictions — It’s About the Heart12:55 – Gifting vs Fruit: A Critical Distinction14:05 – Jesus: “By Their Fruit You Will Know Them”15:45 – Signs, Wonders, and Lawlessness16:45 – Satan Masquerades as Light (2 Corinthians 11)18:10 – Mysticism, Visions, and False Wisdom (Colossians 2)20:30 – External Spirituality vs Inner Transformation21:05 – 20 Signs of a False Prophet (Biblical List)22:35 – Why Scripture Tells Us to Watch, Not Ignore22:55 – False Prophets According to 2 Peter 227:20 – Character Reveals the Truth28:15 – Balaam: Gifted but False30:10 – Why Balaam Is Condemned in the New Testament31:00 – What Defines a True Prophet31:55 – John the Baptist as a Model of True Prophecy32:45 – Authority Comes From Obedience, Not Hype33:40 – Final Call to Biblical Discernment