Summary:
Welcome to Worthy of Everything! I'm Jadra Lazo, and with my sister in Christ, Michaela Hoffman, we're expanding our Bible study into this exciting podcast.

This show is created to share our belief that everyone is worthy of God's love and salvation. We dive into key verses from Romans, exploring the depth of God's love and the freedom from sin through Jesus Christ.

Discover why we started this podcast and our mission to explore the intimacy with God in everyday life. From health to relationships, parenting, grief, and more, we'll cover it all, sharing real stories of transformation and faith.

Join us in this journey of encouragement, where we check in with individuals after they've received the gospel, sharing ongoing struggles and victories. It's about living with God's perfect peace each day.

So, tune in to Worthy of Everything, where everyone is worthy of God's love and everything He has in store for us. Keep coming back as we explore the joy and peace of living with Christ.

Live Bible Study Details:
Engage with our live Bible study every Thursday at 11 am EST. To actively participate in real-time discussions, simply text #worthy to 808-204-4372 or subscribe to our calendar using this link.

Looking for discipleship and fellowship? Join a Circle at lovereality.org/circles

Summary:
In this inaugural episode of the 'Worthy of Everything' podcast, special guest Connie Herbel. Connie shares her traumatic experience of enduring sexual abuse at the hands of her parents and how she found healing and freedom through her belief in the gospel of Jesus and understanding her identity in Christ. She discusses how her Heavenly Father has guided her in truly walking out freedom from fear and anxiety even when the temptation arises and she explains how her confidence in seeing her own worthiness through Christs’ lens has grown and matured. Both Jadra and Connie also discuss the often misinterpreted concept of forgiveness and how true forgiveness towards yourself and others is the only way to fully walk in God’s peace that surpasses all understanding.

Timestamps:
0:44 - Introduction and Guest Welcome
1:32 - Connie's Journey: Childhood Trauma and Abuse
2:26 - Understanding Freedom and Intimacy with God
6:11 - The Power of Forgiveness and Healing
21:29 - Connie's Personal Transformation and Impact on Others
35:24 - The Role of Prayer in Connie's Life

Live Bible Study Details:
Engage with our live Bible study every Thursday at 11 am EST. To actively participate in real-time discussions, simply text #worthy to 808-204-4372 or subscribe to our calendar using this link.

Looking for discipleship and fellowship? Join a Circle at lovereality.org/circles

Summary:
In this conversation, Michaela Hoffman shares her spiritual journey from a life constrained by fear, legalism, and sin, to a new life marked by freedom and intimacy with God. Prompted by Jesus' teachings, Michaela explores how underlying issues can be transformed in the light of Christ’s identity. Her personal experiences with addiction, depression and her work as a nurse in an oncology unit offer compelling insight into the radical transformation of her identity and the liberating effects of true faith and trust in God. The discussion also touches on relationships, spiritual warfare, bible studies, and the importance of understanding one’s identity in Christ. It reinforces the message of the completeness of the gospel, emphasizing the transformative power of the resurrection, and the ability to mature in faith as our confidence and wisdom in Christ grows.

Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction and Guest Welcome
0:27 - Understanding the Gospel and Personal Transformation
1:29 - Journey of Intimacy with God
6:26 - Recognizing God's Voice
12:03 - Experiences of Healing and Transformation in Nursing
25:51 - Overcoming Anger and Embracing Vulnerability
34:01 - Reflections on Growth and the Power of Prayer

Live Bible Study Details:
Engage with our live Bible study every Thursday at 11 am EST. To actively participate in real-time discussions, simply text #worthy to 808-204-4372 or subscribe to our calendar using this link.

Looking for discipleship and fellowship? Join a Circle at lovereality.org/circles

Summary:
In this episode, Jadra and Nate Hoffman discuss the transformative journey of Nate's life. It explores how he found his faith intertwined with tough things like overcoming addiction to pornography and improving his marital relationship. Nate shares how knowing his identity as a beloved son of God shifted his perception of himself and others. He delves into his experience of God's love bringing him intimacy in marriage, leading him through joblessness, and healing his relationship with his earthly father. The episode also highlights Nate’s growth in discerning God's voice and trusting in the power of prayer.

Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction and Funny Story
1:01 - Understanding Intimacy with God
2:01 - Guest Introduction and Personal History
2:17 - Struggles with Addiction
6:15 - The Impact of Addiction on Marriage
8:14 - Overcoming Addiction through Faith
8:46 - The Role of Identity in Overcoming Addiction
10:39 - The Power of Prayer and Support
11:30 - The Transformation of Marriage through Faith
23:13 - The Role of Work in Faith Journey
32:40 - The Healing of Father-Son Relationship
35:37 - The Transformation of Prayer Life

Live Bible Study Details:
Engage with our live Bible study every Thursday at 11 am EST. To actively participate in real-time discussions, simply text #worthy to 808-204-4372 or subscribe to our calendar using this link.

Looking for discipleship and fellowship? Join a Circle at lovereality.org/circles

Summary:
In this episode, Flor shares an impactful testimony of faith transformation, struggling through troubled marriage and religious differences with her family, coping with infertility, and enjoying an intimate connection with God. Flor discusses the challenges of sharing her experience publicly, and how it impacts her relationships, and yet, she doesn't shy away from using her story to inspire others. She details her chronic health issues and how this struggle has led her to grow in confidence of who she is in Christ. Flor also speaks about the Biblical story of Hannah in the context of her infertility challenges and how we can truly hope all things, even what seems impossible, when we put our hope in Christ.

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Live Bible Study Details:
Engage with our live Bible study every Thursday at 11 am EST. To actively participate in real-time discussions, simply text #worthy to 808-204-4372 or subscribe to our calendar using this link.

Looking for discipleship and fellowship? Join a Circle at lovereality.org/circles

Summary:
In this episode, Jon describes his journey from a tortured marriage on the brink of divorce to a transformed relationship filled with newfound understanding through the lens of the Gospel and unity in Christ. Jon talks about his battle with the concept of worthiness, the pressures of marital intimacy, and the process of accepting that he can't fix everything as he now walks in confidence of his identity in Christ. His story provides insights into God-given patience in dealing with a partner's chronic illness, the struggles for improvements in one's marriage, and managing expectations of what growth looks like. The discussion also reveals how greater understanding of oneself and one's spouse can equip individuals with new weapons for conflict resolution when you are standing firm in God’s truth and surrendering to his wisdom over your own understanding.

Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction and Welcome
0:41 - John's Journey to Discovering His Identity in Christ
6:08 - The Transformation of John's Marriage
8:27 - Dealing with Challenges and Doubts
13:54 - Understanding Intimacy in Marriage
23:50 - The Power of Prayer and Discerning God's Voice

Live Bible Study Details:
Engage with our live Bible study every Thursday at 11 am EST. To actively participate in real-time discussions, simply text #worthy to 808-204-4372 or subscribe to our calendar using this link.

Looking for discipleship and fellowship? Join a Circle at lovereality.org/circles

Summary:
Today, Jadra engages in a deep conversation revolving around mental health, faith, and relationship with Christ. Jania, the guest, shares her personal journey through ADD and depression, and how intimacy with God has transformed her life after the revelation of freedom from sin and identity in Christ. They focus on the importance of prayer, and how it has shifted from a place of anxiety to a place of rest and ongoing communication. Throughout, the hosts assert their belief that having a relationship with God and adopting a biblical perspective can provide support and perfect peace for individuals struggling with mental health issues.

Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction and Welcome
0:11 - Discussing Mental Health and Faith
0:53 - Guest Introduction and Conversation Start
2:35 - Sharing Personal Experiences with Mental Health
9:59 - Understanding Identity in Christ and Mental Health
11:23 - Practical Tips and Encouragement for Mental Health Struggles
29:50 - Understanding Faith and Doubt
30:38 - Struggling with Self-Identity
31:12 - Visualizing Faith and Freedom
32:03 - The Power of Imagery in Prayer
34:45 - Overcoming Self-Doubt and Embracing Value
38:21 - The Power of Community and Speaking Truth
41:46 - The Importance of Prayer and Communication with God
52:20 - Conclusion: Embracing Your Unique Place at God's Table

Live Bible Study Details:
Engage with our live Bible study every Thursday at 11 am EST. To actively participate in real-time discussions, simply text #worthy to 808-204-4372 or subscribe to our calendar using this link.

Looking for discipleship and fellowship? Join a Circle at lovereality.org/circles

Worthy of Everything: Embracing Your Identity as God's Beloved Child
In this bonus episode, hosts Jadra Lazo and Michaela Hoffman candidly discuss the importance of developing an intimate relationship with God and understanding one's true identity as His beloved child. They reflect on their personal journeys of overcoming feelings of unworthiness, depression, and anxiety, sharing how their faith and a deeper understanding of God's love transformed their lives. They illuminate the concept of God's consistent and all-encompassing love, using biblical verses and personal testimonies. They also explore how to discern God's voice, breaking harmful cycles of self-doubt and negativity, and learning to believe in one's 'sainthood' and invaluable worth in the eyes of God. The hosts further emphasize the significance of praying and trusting in God's goodness, regardless of their circumstances.

Timestamps:

0:00 - Introduction and Opening Prayer
1:04 - Understanding the Concept of Being a Saint
1:17 - Personal Experiences with Anxiety and Depression
2:44 - The Power of Believing in Jesus
3:52 - The Importance of Recognizing Ourselves as Saints
5:37 - The Transformation of Mind and Life
9:04 - The Assurance of Salvation
10:34 - The Journey of Healing and Mind Transformation
19:02 - The Power of Bible Promises
23:10 - Understanding God's Love and Approval
23:25 - Exploring the Depths of God's Character
24:30 - The Power of Vulnerability in Spiritual Growth
25:40 - Personal Story: Learning to Discern God's Voice
31:50 - The Power of Believing in God's Goodness
33:53 - The Intimacy of God's Care in Everyday Life
35:39 - Embracing Your Unique Intimacy with God
43:15 - Conclusion: Walking in God's Truth
56:36 - Recognizing and Rejecting the Enemy's Lies

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