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The Open Doors

The Open Doors

Written by: Janine Marissa James and Ivette
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Welcome to The Open Doors Podcast — a place where faith meets real life. Hosted by Janine, Marissa, Ivette, and James, this podcast invites you into stories of encouragement, holy moments, and miracles that remind us God is alive and active today. Each episode opens the door to authentic conversations that inspire hope and strengthen faith. Join us as we grow closer to Christ together — with open hearts and open doors.

Hosted by Janine & Marissa with Guests Ivette & James

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Episodes
  • Trust When It Makes No Sense: The Silent Strength of St. Joseph
    Mar 18 2026

    St. Joseph didn’t get explanations. He got responsibility.

    When the path made no sense… he trusted. When the future was unclear… he acted. When love required sacrifice… he stayed.

    In this episode, we reflect on the silent strength of St. Joseph — protector, father, listener, and man of radical obedience.

    We explore:

    • Trusting God without full understanding • The courage to pivot when God asks you to move • Waiting on the Lord — and then taking action • Love that casts out fear • Facing your giants with quiet confidence • The hidden power of obedience outside the spotlight

    Joseph’s yes was not loud. It was not easy. But it helped usher in the coming of Christ.

    If you feel unseen… If you’re walking a path that feels uncertain… If obedience feels uncomfortable —

    Look to St. Joseph.

    God always makes a way. And your quiet faithfulness matters more than you know.

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    24 mins
  • Jesus Loved Peter Before He Changed
    Mar 11 2026

    St. Peter wasn’t polished. He was impulsive, prideful, bold, insecure — all in and all out.

    He walked on water… and then sank. He swore loyalty… and then denied Jesus. He tried to protect Jesus with a sword… and later hid in fear.

    And yet — Jesus loved him.

    Not after he changed. Not after Pentecost. Not after becoming “the rock.”

    Jesus loved Peter before any of his yes’s. Before discipleship. Before leadership. Before holiness.

    In this episode, we talk about: • Peter’s impulsivity, pride, and boldness • False humility vs. true humility • Owning what you’re good at — and what you struggle with • Why your mess doesn’t disqualify you • Peter’s denial and Jesus meeting him exactly where he was • How Jesus sees beyond the identities we place on ourselves

    The truth is this:

    You are loved before you change. Before you grow. Before you fix it. Before you become who you think you “should” be.

    And that kind of love is almost impossible for us to grasp — because human love doesn’t work like that.

    But His does.

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    27 mins
  • Radical Trust: The Joy and Obedience of John the Baptist
    Mar 4 2026

    After reflecting on identity through King David and remembering who we are through Simba, we now turn to someone who never forgot.

    John the Baptist knew who he was.

    Before he ever preached, he leapt with joy in the womb at the presence of Jesus. Before the desert, before the crowds, before the prison — there was love. There was identity. There was trust.

    In this episode, we explore:

    • Radical trust in God’s plan • Obedience that looks uncomfortable but leads to joy • Friendship with Jesus rooted in humility • “He must increase, I must decrease” • And how to become comfortable with what once felt uncomfortable

    John’s life wasn’t safe. It wasn’t popular. It wasn’t easy.

    But it was full of joy.

    Because radical trust changes everything.

    If you’ve been wrestling with obedience, discomfort, or stepping into who God is calling you to be — this episode is for you.

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    26 mins
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