Continuing from Episode 166, in this episode of the Choose to Live Free Podcast, Kate delves into the practical application of speaking truth in love, as outlined in Ephesians 4:15. She emphasizes the importance of understanding our identity in God, the motives behind our speech, and the necessity of love in communication. The conversation explores the nature of truth, distinguishing between human knowledge and divine truth, and highlights the role of love in effective communication. Kate encourages listeners to reflect on their motives, understand their audience, and aim to build others up through their words, ultimately fostering healing and unity in the body of Christ.

Takeaways

We must know who we are in God to speak truth.

Our motives in speaking must honor God.

Speech should be seasoned with grace and truth.

Truth is not subjective; it is rooted in God's Word.

We must speak with pure motives and good intentions.

Love is essential in communicating truth.

Understanding our audience is crucial for effective communication.

We should aim to build others up, not tear them down.

The truth we speak should lead to peace and unity.

Healed people heal people; we must share our healing with others.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Speaking Truth in Love

11:45 Understanding Truth: Facts, God's Word, and Jesus

27:31 The Role of Love in Speaking Truth

35:03 Conclusion: Building Up Through Truth and Love

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In this episode of the Choose to Live FREE Podcast, Kate reflects on her absence and the importance of speaking truth in love amidst the chaos of the world. She discusses the fivefold ministry gifts and their roles in the body of Christ, emphasizing the need for unity and maturity among believers. The episode also touches on the significance of apologetics in defending the faith and encourages listeners to navigate their spiritual journeys with grace and purpose.

Takeaways

The importance of taking time for spiritual reflection.

Speaking truth in love is essential for growth.

Understanding the fivefold ministry gifts helps in serving the church.

Unity in the body of Christ is crucial for maturity.

Each believer has a unique role in advancing God's kingdom.

Apologetics is vital for defending the Christian faith.

We must be prepared to share the hope within us.

Healing and holiness are intertwined in the Christian journey.

Living free involves making godly decisions daily.

Healed people are called to heal others. 

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Reflection on Rest

11:00 Understanding Spiritual Gifts and Their Purpose

21:45 The Fivefold Ministry and Its Role in the Church

32:19 The Call to Speak Truth in Love

39:51 Conclusion and Next Steps

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In this episode Kate discusses the importance of obedience to God's call, the necessity of knowing God biblically, and the value of appreciating life's seasons. She emphasizes that acceptance of God's will brings peace and rest, and concludes with a powerful affirmation of freedom in Christ, encouraging listeners to embrace their identity as beloved children of God.

Takeaways

I made the choice to be obedient.

It's time for Godly Women to rise.

Choose to know God biblically.

Appreciate your life.

Acceptance will bring you rest.

Your faith is greater than feelings.

I am settled over chasing.

Chapters

00:00 Obedience and the Call to Action

05:37 The Importance of Knowing God Biblically

09:56 Appreciating Life's Seasons

14:54 The Power of Acceptance

18:39 Celebrating Freedom in Christ

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In this episode, Kate continues the discussion on fighting for your heart and life, emphasizing the importance of making a choice between divorce and healing. She shares her personal struggles and the journey of self-discovery, focusing on the need to prioritize one's relationship with God. Kate outlines the significance of understanding one's core and spiritual health, and provides practical steps to rebuild one's life. The conversation highlights the cost of true freedom and the impact of personal transformation on others.

Takeaways

You are either going to choose divorce or fight.

Fighting for the life you want is not easy.

Keep your eyes on the journey with the end in mind.

Your core is you returning to your first love, God.

You must make the decision to fight.

Exercising your core starts with rolling.

Freedom in God keeps you in a cycle of peace.

Your destiny is tied to someone else's destiny.

Start being still and you will hear from God.

Healed people heal people.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Fighting for Your Heart

01:56 The Decision: Divorce or Fight

04:44 Understanding the Struggle

10:46 Finding Your Core and First Love

14:41 The Importance of Decision and Action

19:13 Steps to Rebuild Your Life

24:06 The Cost of Freedom

28:49 Conclusion and Call to Action

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In this episode Kate shares her personal journey of healing and transformation from betrayal, focusing on the importance of prayer, self-reflection, and surrendering to God's process. She discusses the challenges of facing relational trauma, the need to fight for one's heart, and the significance of breaking generational curses. Throughout the conversation, Kate emphasizes the power of forgiveness and grace, encouraging listeners to focus on their own healing and to choose to live free in Christ.

Takeaways

A heartfelt prayer can initiate healing and transformation.

Taking a break for spiritual rest can lead to new insights.

Facing the fighting season in life requires courage and action.

Self-reflection is crucial in the journey of healing.

Surrendering to God's process is essential for true change.

Generational curses can be broken through personal choice.

Forgiveness is a powerful tool for healing relationships.

Focusing on oneself can lead to better outcomes in relationships.

Living free means making daily godly decisions.

Healing and holiness together create lasting peace and joy.

Chapters

00:00 A Prayer for Healing and Transformation

01:57 The Journey of Healing and Rest

02:51 Facing the Fighting Season

06:32 Choosing to Fight for Your Heart

12:19 Evicting the Squatters of the Heart

17:48 Focusing on Yourself for Change

24:04 Breaking Generational Curses

31:44 Inviting Forgiveness and Grace

35:09 Choosing to Live Free

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In this episode, Kate discusses the importance of discipline in achieving personal and spiritual growth. She emphasizes the need to embrace correction, develop self-discipline, and mind the gap between desires and actions. Through personal anecdotes and biblical references, she provides practical strategies for cultivating discipline and highlights the transformative power of making intentional choices aligned with one's faith.

Takeaways

Discipline is essential for achieving long-term goals.

Embracing correction is a vital part of personal growth.

Self-discipline can be developed through intentional practice.

The desire for change drives meaningful action.

Planning and leaving room for God's interruptions is crucial.

Discipline can be viewed as both a practice and a correction.

Partnering with God and like-minded individuals enhances accountability.

Positioning oneself for greatness involves preparation and prioritization.

Pacing oneself under pressure is important for sustainable growth.

Mind the gap between what you want and what you need to do.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Discipline and Life Choices

05:51 Understanding Discipline: A Dual Perspective

13:39 The Importance of Embracing Correction

18:44 Developing Self-Discipline: Key Strategies

28:33 Mind the Gap: Bridging Desire and Action

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In this episode, Kate shares her journey of understanding God as a father, drawing from personal experiences with her earthly father. She discusses the challenges of reconciling earthly father figures with the concept of a heavenly father, emphasizing the importance of forgiveness and healing. The episode culminates in sharing twelve lessons learned from her father, highlighting the significance of humility, kindness, and the power of choice in pursuing a relationship with God.

Takeaways

Seeing God as Father is a choice we make.

We must stop comparing our earthly fathers to God.

Our parents did the best they could with what they knew.

Forgiveness is essential for personal healing.

Healing and holiness go hand in hand.

We can break generational curses through forgiveness.

Emotional safety is crucial in parent-child relationships.

Lessons from our parents can guide us in our own parenting.

Choosing to pursue God is a personal decision.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Solitude and Reflection

01:28 Seeing God as Father: Personal Anecdotes

02:55 Understanding Fatherhood and Its Impact

12:08 The Distinction Between Earthly and Heavenly Fathers

17:47 Lessons Learned from My Father

33:57 Choosing Forgiveness and Healing

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In this episode, Kate shares her transformative experience during a trip to the Bahamas, emphasizing the importance of rest, reflection, and spiritual connection. Through her morning meditations by the ocean, she explores the theme of crying as a form of emotional release and the significance of hope in overcoming life's challenges. Kate encourages listeners to embrace their feelings, find solace in their faith, and recognize the healing power of God's grace and forgiveness.

Takeaways

Rest is essential for emotional and spiritual well-being.

Morning meditations can provide clarity and peace.

Crying can be a healthy release of emotions.

Hope is crucial for enduring life's challenges.

Faith can help navigate through trials and tribulations.

It's important to identify who or what your hope is set on.

Healing and forgiveness are intertwined in the journey of faith.

Emotional struggles are common, even for those with faith.

Being vulnerable can inspire others and foster connections.

Living free involves making daily godly decisions.

Chapters

00:00 The Journey to Rest and Reflection

01:20 Morning Meditations by the Ocean

02:45 Crying as a Form of Release

07:41 Finding Hope in Tears

13:01 The Importance of Hope

18:48 Enduring Trials with Faith

24:23 Embracing God's Grace and Forgiveness

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In this episode Kate invites listeners to engage in self-reflection and explore the three personalities that reside within us. She emphasizes the importance of being present and embracing the various seasons of life, acknowledging the struggles many face in doing so. Through scriptural insights, Kate encourages listeners to trust God's timing and to let go of worries about the future. The episode concludes with a call to embrace every season of life, recognizing the beauty in each moment and the power of being present.

Takeaways

Today is the only moment we truly have.

Seasons of life are beautiful and purposeful.

Embracing the present can reduce stress and anxiety.

Worrying about the future is often unproductive.

God has a plan for every season of our lives.

We must learn to be still and know God.

Asking God why can lead to unnecessary stress.

Mindfulness is a skill that requires practice.

Healed people have the power to heal others.

Chapters

00:00 Meeting with Yourself: The Three Personalities

03:45 Embracing Life's Seasons

07:54 Struggles of Being Present

13:38 God's Perspective on Time

18:22 The Burden of Worrying About the Future

23:13 The Power of Being Present

28:04 Embracing Every Season of Life

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In this episode, Kate explores the concept of 'boasting in the Lord' and its often misunderstood implications within the Christian community. Through personal anecdotes and scriptural references, she discusses the importance of humility, the dangers of pride, and the need to focus on God's grace rather than personal achievements. The conversation emphasizes living authentically in a world that often values material success over spiritual growth, encouraging listeners to reflect on their own practices of boasting and idolatry.

Takeaways

Boasting in the Lord is often misunderstood in the church.

Shame and guilt can coexist and indicate deeper issues.

Pursuing humility requires recognizing our own nothingness.

We live in an upside down kingdom where values differ from worldly standards.

True boasting is about God's grace, not personal achievements.

Idolatry can manifest in how we view success and recognition.

We must focus on God rather than our own abilities.

Transformation comes from God, not our efforts.

Humility is essential in our relationship with God.

We should serve others and give thanks to God for our gifts.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Boasting in the Lord

01:15 Personal Humbling Experience

04:57 Understanding Shame and Guilt

08:12 Living in an Upside Down Kingdom

11:55 The Nature of True Boasting

16:58 Practical Ways to Boast in the Lord

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