Are you struggling to break free from the grip of an addiction? Are you searching for hope and healing, but don't know where to start? Christie Myers and Christina Baker chat about the transformative power of prayer and their personal journeys of healing. They share the importance of vulnerability and community, and the divine encounters they had that led to freedom and change. Christina shares her story of overcoming a 10-year battle with drug addiction, finding hope through faith, and the role of prayer in her healing journey. We pray that this conversation leaves you with the truth that God's endless love is available to everyone, regardless of your past, and there is hope for your healing through the power of Christ.

Cristina's passion is to minister the Gospel and teach people about the power of prayer that is found in a relationship with Jesus. She's an author, speaker, and the author of A Minute of Hope. After a 10-year battle with drug addiction, Cristina had a radical encounter with the love and power of God and immediately answered the call on her life to minister the Gospel. Cristina and her husband are founders of Power of Hope Ministries, and they currently live in Nashville, Tennessee, with their teenage son and three dogs.

Cristina's Website: https://cristinabaker.com/

Cristina's TikTok: cristina.baker

Conversation Topics:

Transformation is possible through prayer and faith.

Vulnerability is key to your healing.

Community plays an important role in your personal growth.

Divine encounters can change the course of our lives.

Prayer is a powerful tool for transformation.

It's important to come to God as we are.

Hope deferred can lead to heart sickness.

Forgiveness for yourself and others is essential for healing.

We need tools to help us in our spiritual journey.

God's love is available to everyone, no matter their past.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Transformation Through Prayer

02:57 Christina Baker's Journey of Transformation

06:03 The Impact of Family and Early Life Experiences

08:47 Struggles with Identity and Substance Abuse

11:27 Turning Point: A Moment of Realization

14:24 Finding Faith and Community

16:52 The Power of Prayer and Personal Change

23:59 The Battle Between Love and Fear

25:34 Finding Inner Peace and Truth

27:27 The Journey of Emotional Healing

29:18 The Power of Prayer and Transformation

32:23 Understanding Love and Connection

34:20 Choosing Life Over Knowledge

36:14 The Importance of Forgiveness

38:04 The Invitation to Open Your Heart

39:21 The Role of Prayer in Our Lives

41:56 Becoming What We Worship

44:56 Living a Victorious Life Through Connection

46:30 The Invitation to Healing and Transformation

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