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What happens when a five-year-old girl's innocence is stolen, setting her on a path of rage, addiction, and self-destruction? Meet Jolene, whose raw and unflinching testimony reveals the darkest valleys of human experience – and the astonishing light that can break through when we finally surrender.

Jolene pulls no punches as she shares her harrowing journey through childhood trauma, teenage homelessness, and a decade-long intravenous drug addiction that nearly claimed her life. "Every time I used the needle, I knew it was a 50-50 chance," she reveals. "It could be good dope, it could be bad dope, I could die – but I didn't care." After losing her father and brother in a tragic accident, her spiral accelerated until her body began shutting down.

But this isn't just another addiction story. When Jolene falls to her knees in desperation, something extraordinary happens. Through an unexpected encounter with a father and son who arrive at her door to buy a couch, the spiritual chains begin to break. "I was this way, but then I was another way," she explains. "Two weeks ago I was in trap houses, and now I was headed to churches."

Today, Jolene works at Karis Center (meaning "grace"), mentoring women who struggle with the same demons she once faced. Her transformation is so complete that she describes herself as "a walking prophecy," living proof that "if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed" (John 8:36).

Whether you're battling addiction, processing trauma, or simply feeling trapped in circumstances beyond your control, Jolene's testimony offers a powerful reminder: your past doesn't have to determine your future. True freedom awaits when you surrender your burdens to the One who promised to complete the good work He's begun in you.

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What happens when your deepest wounds become the birthplace of your greatest prosperity? Meet Roseline Sarah, CEO and co-founder of The Flourish, whose journey from church-hurt pastor's kid to successful business owner illuminates the unexpected path to generational wealth. Growing up under the microscope of ministry life, she experienced firsthand how church communities often expect their spiritual leaders to remain financially humble, even struggling. “People in the church feel like their pastor should be poor,” she explains, recounting how this mindset shaped her early relationship with money. Despite her parents' faithful service, financial stability remained elusive, creating patterns that followed her into adulthood. Every time wealth seemed within reach, something would snatch it away, creating what she describes as "a bondage of poverty" over her life. The turning point came through an unexpected prophecy: God would make her wealthy within five years. This word arrived precisely when her financial situation was at a breaking point. Debt collectors calling daily and resources depleted. Standing on Genesis 26:12 -13, Roseline Sarah began daily declarations: "Roseline Sarah prospered and continued prospering until she became very, very, very prosperous." Despite circumstances suggesting otherwise, she held on to this promise.

Her business journey reveals the messy reality of faith-driven entrepreneurship. After initially resisting business as "too secular," Roseline Sarah co-founded a marketing agency that now helps other businesses flourish. Through dry seasons, major setbacks, and moments of questioning, it was the word of God that sustained her. “If I didn't have that word to stand on, there would be no Flourish today." For anyone navigating church hurt or struggling to build a business aligned with their faith, Roseline Sarah's testimony offers profound hope. Her spiritual breakthrough came when she surrendered her independent spirit and embraced divine favour, allowing God to become her provider rather than striving to meet every need herself.

This podcast shines a light on how our areas of greatest affliction often become our greatest anointing. If we'll allow God to transform ashes into beauty. Discover how you too can declare prosperity over your circumstances and watch God turn your deepest wounds into wells of generational wealth. Your business isn't just a venture, it's a divine assignment backed by heaven's resources.

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Who are you when everything is stripped away? When the titles, the achievements, the roles, and even the pain no longer define you?

In a world constantly trying to label us, finding our true identity can feel like an impossible journey. Priscilla, tech CEO and worship leader, knows this struggle intimately. Before Christ transformed her life, she was chasing validation in nightclubs, promoting parties, and dreaming of becoming "the next Beyoncé." As she describes it, she was "broken and broke"—lost in a cycle of seeking male validation and believing lies about her worth.

The turning point came when she encountered the truth of 2 Corinthians 5:17: "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new." This wasn't just a spiritual platitude—it became the foundation for a complete identity transformation that touched every area of her life.

What makes this conversation so compelling is Priscilla's raw honesty about the journey. Finding your identity in Christ isn't a one-time event but an ongoing process of restoration and revelation. For her, it meant surrendering dreams that weren't aligned with God's purpose, being intentional about who she "beholds" or looks up to, and learning to resist pressures that would define her by worldly standards.

Perhaps most profound is her insight that "only the maker of something can write the manual." While the world offers countless explanations for who we are, only our Creator truly understands our design and purpose. When we align with His vision for our lives, everything else—career, relationships, ministry—falls into divine order.

Whether you're struggling with identity confusion, recovering from church hurt, or simply wanting to understand yourself better, this episode offers hope and practical wisdom. Join us for a conversation that might just change how you see yourself—and transform how you live out your purpose in this world. Your true identity is waiting to be discovered.

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The journey from church hurt to spiritual wholeness isn't easy, but it's essential for anyone seeking to be prepared as the Bride of Christ. This powerful conversation with Hadassah and Pastor Edgar explores how we can heal from spiritual wounds while preparing ourselves for Christ's return.

Drawing from the parable of the ten virgins in Matthew 25, we unpack what true spiritual preparation looks like. Are you carrying your oil, or just empty promises? The difference between the wise and foolish virgins wasn't just awareness of the bridegroom's coming—it was their level of preparation. Similarly, our readiness for Christ requires both awareness and intentional preparation.

Many believers who've experienced church hurt struggle with the concept of spiritual authority. Our guests beautifully articulate how true spiritual authority exists in a divine hierarchy: first the Word of God, then the Holy Spirit, and only then human authority. Pastor Edgar shares a powerful analogy, comparing spiritual authority to the roof of a house—providing covering and protection, taking the beating of the elements so those underneath remain safe.

Hadassah offers a transformative perspective on preparation through the story of Esther, who underwent twelve months of preparation before meeting the king. The first six months with oil of myrrh symbolized purification and healing—a process we must all embrace, especially after experiencing hurt. "Don't push the pain down. Don't ignore it. Allow yourself to feel it and allow Him to heal you."

Perhaps most importantly, we discuss the vital truth that "you can't love Jesus and hate His bride." While individual church members may hurt or disappoint us, separating ourselves from the body of Christ isn't the solution. We're all members of one body, each with unique functions, designed to thrive together rather than in isolation.

Ready to transform your church hurt into spiritual wholeness? This episode provides the roadmap for becoming the prepared, purified Bride that Christ is coming to claim.

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Have you ever felt the sting of rejection from the very place that should embrace you? The latest episode of "The Word Became Flesh" podcast tackles the painful reality of church hurt with raw authenticity and healing wisdom.

Grace Kapongo welcomes special guest Queen Shimona, host of the "Salt and Season" podcast, who opens her heart about being excluded from youth group activities at seventeen when she became pregnant. This painful experience led to six years away from faith before finding her way back to Christ—a journey many wounded believers can relate to.

The conversation delves deep into recognizing genuine spiritual authority, which Shimona describes as "trifold"—consisting of the Holy Spirit, the Word of God, and human leadership working together. This balanced perspective offers listeners a framework for discerning healthy spiritual environments from potentially harmful ones. Shimona shares a miraculous testimony of how being under proper spiritual covering literally brought life in a moment of crisis, demonstrating the power of divine connection through appointed leadership.

Both women explore what it means to find your spiritual home, with Shimona describing her "church dating" phase before discovering where her spirit was truly nourished. "When God has brought you to an appointed place where you are meant to be fed, it will hit different," she explains, offering hope to those still searching for community.

Perhaps most powerfully, Shimona addresses those struggling with church hurt directly: "You have a right to be hurt... church hurt is real and no one has a right to downplay how you feel. But it's important that you allow yourself to heal." Her compassionate wisdom reminds listeners that while offense is real, allowing it to separate you from community is exactly what the enemy desires.

Ready to begin your healing journey? Whether you're reconnecting with faith after church hurt or seeking deeper spiritual growth, this conversation offers practical guidance for moving forward while keeping your heart open to divine connection and community.

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The silence has been broken. After disappearing from the podcast world for the first two months of 2025, Grace Kapongo returns with a raw, vulnerable account of the spiritual warfare that nearly derailed her calling. What happens when a voice dedicated to truth suddenly finds itself bound and silenced?

In this powerful comeback episode, Grace reveals the spiritual attack that left her questioning her purpose, her church, and her spiritual covering. The enemy's plan was clear: isolate her from community, create doubt about spiritual authority, and ultimately silence the message God had given her to share. But through a divine encounter at 3 AM, Scripture and the Holy Spirit awakened her from spiritual slumber.

John 14:6 became her anchor: "Jesus said I am the way and the truth and the life." Through this revelation, Grace discovered that truth isn't just something we believe—it's something we submit to and live out in community. When we disconnect from church due to past hurts, we play right into the enemy's strategy of isolation.

Grace introduces her vision for the podcast in 2025: addressing church hurts by sharing testimonies of those who were wounded but found their way back to purpose within community. This timely message speaks to a generation still isolated after the pandemic, nursing wounds from past church experiences.

Whether you've been hurt by church, feel disconnected from spiritual community, or simply want to understand the importance of spiritual authority and covering, this episode offers hope and practical wisdom for reconnecting with God's purpose for your life.

Subscribe now to join Grace on this journey of restoration as The Word Became Flesh podcast brings powerful testimonies of overcoming church hurts and finding purpose in the body of Christ again.

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This episode serves as a powerful reflection on the past year while propelling listeners into 2025 with a renewed sense of purpose. Throughout the discussion, the importance of personal prophecy and the journey of faith amidst trials takes center stage. The host encourages listeners to recognize their authority, embrace the support of their faith community, and utilize scripture as a guiding tool in their lives.

• Emphasizing discussions on prophecy and its relevance in personal journeys
• Sharing personal experiences to highlight resilience and faith
• Encouraging listeners to explore specific Bible verses that resonate with their struggles
• Discussing the importance of community and support among believers
• Highlighting the authority believers hold through their relationship with Christ
• Urging listeners to actively engage in their spiritual growth as they enter 2025

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Have you ever faced the tension between personal faith and family expectations? Join me, Grace, daughter of Grace, as I share my personal journey through the trials of family rejection and the strength found in unwavering faith. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of the emotional challenge that came with changing my name from Mariam to Grace, a decision met with unexpected resistance from my father. Through this journey, I discuss how I navigated moments of doubt and fear, and how divine guidance led me to embrace my spiritual identity despite external challenges.

Listeners are invited to rediscover and reignite their own faith, particularly during times that test our beliefs. As we approach the end of the year, I encourage those who might have felt distant from their spiritual path to come back to the core of their faith. Reflecting on personal stories of resilience and hope, we explore the transformative power of belief, even when faced with life's storms like family conflict and unexpected accidents. I also share the importance of community, inviting those in Edmonton to join us at Cornerstone Christian Church of God for support and growth.

The episode closes with a call to action for building a community anchored in faith and love. We emphasize the power of sharing the gospel's teachings and the importance of nurturing relationships grounded in spiritual growth. By coming together, we can contribute to the Kingdom of God, sharing the uplifting message of Jesus and embracing the potential for miracles and prosperity in our lives. Thank you for being part of this journey, and let's continue to support each other as we move forward in faith.

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