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Living Free in Truth
Connie Kao
20 episodes
7 hours ago
Living Free in Truth is a Christian podcast hosted by Connie Kao, helping believers sharpen their spiritual discernment and apply biblical truth to real cultural challenges. Each episode equips you to stand firm in faith and navigate life with clarity and conviction, all about Biblical truth in today's culture. Connie's passion is helping believers walk confidently in biblical truth, bridging culture and faith, and empowering them to be firmly anchored in the unchanging Word of God. Connie believes that truth sets people free, a conviction that drives all she does.
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Living Free in Truth is a Christian podcast hosted by Connie Kao, helping believers sharpen their spiritual discernment and apply biblical truth to real cultural challenges. Each episode equips you to stand firm in faith and navigate life with clarity and conviction, all about Biblical truth in today's culture. Connie's passion is helping believers walk confidently in biblical truth, bridging culture and faith, and empowering them to be firmly anchored in the unchanging Word of God. Connie believes that truth sets people free, a conviction that drives all she does.
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Living Free in Truth
From New Age to True Freedom: Healing, Deliverance Stories | Interview with Pastor Vivecca LeAnder

Vivecca shares stories and testimonies of her experience helping those walk out the New Age.

In this episode of Living Free in Truth, Connie talks with Pastor Vivecca LeAnder - a woman who helps people find true freedom in Christ after years trapped in New Age and occult deception.Vivecca shares firsthand stories from those who left New Age practices, found deliverance through Jesus, and now live in peace and healing. She also explains the differences between Christianity, New Age, and the occult and how counterfeit “light” practices subtly open doors to bondage.If you’ve explored New Age spirituality, energy healing, or “manifestation,” this conversation offers clarity, compassion, and a clear path back to Jesus.📖 Topics covered:- What New Age really is — and how it blends with occultism- Testimonies of women set free through deliverance- Patterns Vivecca sees in those leaving New Age- The nervous system and spiritual oppression- Jesus’ invitation to peace and abundant life00:00 – Welcome & Introduction to Pastor Vivecca LeAnder04:01 – Vivecca's Calling: Healing, Freedom & Abundant Life08:01 – What Is the New Age? How It Blends with the Occult12:01 – Testimony #1: A Near-Death Experience and Deliverance16:01 – Common Patterns in Those Leaving the New Age20:01 – Testimony #2: From Yoga to Finding Peace in Jesus24:01 – False Light vs. True Light: Why Jesus Alone Brings Freedom28:01 – Testimony #3: God’s Pursuit Through Social Media32:01 – Testimony #4: Encounters with Jesus & Full Surrender36:01 – Vivecca's Story: From Trials to Ministry40:01 – Faith Through Fire: Standing Firm Amid Attack43:01 – Final Exhortation & Invitation to Try Jesus45:00 – Closing Prayer & Outro

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3 days ago
47 minutes 52 seconds

Living Free in Truth
Dungeons & Dragons: Harmless Fun or Spiritual Danger? A Christian's Perspective

Should Christians play Dungeons & Dragons? 🎲 For decades, believers have debated whether D&D is harmless storytelling or a doorway to the demonic. In this episode of Living Free in Truth, we take a clear, biblical look at the game’s fruit, origins, worldview, and spiritual dangers.

Through testimonies, Scripture, and comparisons with Narnia and Lord of the Rings, we’ll ask:

  • What is the “fruit” of D&D in people’s lives?

  • Does the game draw from pagan gods and occult practices?

  • How do Christians defend playing it — and what does the Bible actually say?

  • Why do stories like Narnia point to Christ, while D&D normalizes sorcery?

👉 Whether you’ve played D&D, know someone who does, or are curious about the cultural debate, this episode will help you discern truthfully and guard your imagination for God’s glory.

Chapters:
00:00 – Intro: Should Christians Play Dungeons & Dragons?
01:02 – The Fruit of D&D: Testimonies, Addiction & Occult Curiosity
09:05 – Stranger Things, Pop Culture & D&D’s Occult Parallels
11:22 – The Origins of D&D: Pagan Gods, Magic, and New Age Roots
23:49 – What the Bible Says: Sorcery, Divination & False Gods
25:07 – Narnia & Lord of the Rings vs Dungeons & Dragons
33:06 – Spiritual Dangers: Role-Playing, Compromise & Deception
38:22 – Final Takeaway: Guarding Imagination & Walking in Truth

📖 Key Scriptures: Deuteronomy 18:10–12, Ephesians 5:11, Proverbs 4:23, Galatians 1:8

🔔 Subscribe for more biblical truth and cultural discernment
✍️ Share your thoughts in the comments — have you or someone you know played D&D? What fruit did it produce?

#ChristianPodcast #DungeonsAndDragons #LivingFreeInTruth #Occult #BiblicalDiscernment

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1 week ago
41 minutes 17 seconds

Living Free in Truth
The Spiritual and Cultural Roots of Halloween : A Christian's Perspective

Is Halloween really just harmless fun or something much darker? 👀

Did you have a weird feeling about it, but just brushed it away because it's what everyone else is doing?

Have you grown up celebrating and so it's associated with positive childhood memories?

Do you think what's the big deal?


In this episode of Living Free in Truth, we uncover the origins, cultural shift, and spiritual reality behind Halloween. From its pagan roots in Samhain to its billion-dollar commercialization, we’ll explore what Scripture says and how believers can respond with wisdom, discernment, and truth.

💡 Learn:

• The real spiritual roots of Halloween

• Why the enemy uses fear, lust, and darkness to desensitize us• How culture rebrands sin as entertainment

• How Christians can walk in light instead of blending with darkness💬

Share your thoughts below: How do you approach Halloween as a believer?


00:00 – Introduction: Why Talk About Halloween?

00:43 – What Does Halloween Glorify?

02:00 – The Occult Roots and Witchcraft Connection

03:02 – The Sexualization and Lawlessness of Halloween

03:31 – Gluttony, Excess, and Blurring Good vs. Evil

04:08 – Spiritual Desensitization and Demonic Influence

05:04 – Real Stories and Personal Reflection

08:15 – What Witches Say About Halloween

10:18 – Cultural Compromise: Christians & Halloween

11:14 – Hollywood and the Normalization of Darkness

12:15 – The True Origins: Samhain and All Hallows’ Eve

14:23 – How Halloween Became Mainstream

15:47 – Spirit Halloween and the Business of Darkness

18:39 – The Commercialization Trap

19:13 – How Should Christians Respond?

20:09 – Personal Memories & Cultural Contrast

22:25 – Walking in Wisdom, Not Fear

23:33 – Final Thoughts & Call to Discernment

24:42 – The Narrow Path & Spiritual Clarity

25:33 – Your Turn: What Do You Think?

26:03 – Closing: Live Free in Truth

More Resources:Halloween: Should Christians celebrate? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LZ0vKfB2P5oEx-Psychic Sounds Alarm: The Occult Is Coming for Our Kidshttps://youtu.be/Ds0Q_hMsMtg?si=vgS2ceN40VQjmbvxHalloween Warning From Ex-Witchhttps://youtu.be/zbM59xbaPfc?si=7RLNeRUvmfUvFRMOSamhain: 13 Facts About Halloween’s Celtic Rootshttps://oghamart.com/blogs/news/samhain-halloween-celtic-roots

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2 weeks ago
26 minutes 24 seconds

Living Free in Truth
From Ayahuasca, Weed-Induced Psychosis & 5 Boyfriends to True Freedom in Christ | Alma’s Testimony

Alma shares her powerful journey from New Age spirituality, ayahuasca experiences, and weed-induced psychosis to finding true freedom in Christ. She opens up about letting go of complex rituals, encountering pastoral authority and the Holy Spirit, and healing from heartbreak caused by 5 past boyfriends. Alma spent ten years deeply immersed in the New Age, seeking connection spiritually and romantically, but always feeling an unfulfilled longing. Alma navigates codependency and trauma, and she shares the dangerous allure of these practices and how they mask true spiritual freedomIn this episode, Alma dives into:- How New Age promises freedom, but leads to spiritual bondage- the transition from feeling powerless and anxious to finding peace in Jesus- Letting go of complex New Age practices and embracing God’s simplicity- Eye-opening encounters with a pastor and the Holy Spirit- Ayahuasca, weed-induced psychosis, and transcendental experiences- Healing from codependency, PTSD, and past relationships- Reiki, transcendent sex, and reclaiming her life in ChristIf you’ve struggled with the New Age, addiction, heartbreak, or spiritual deception, this would be an encouraging testimony to hear.

00:00 – Introduction: From New Age to Christ

04:00 – The Enemy Targets the Orphan Spirit

08:00 – Ayahuasca: “I Drank God” — The Counterfeit Connection

12:00 – The Weed-Induced Psychosis That Changed Everything

16:00 – Living in Two Months of Spiritual Torment

20:00 – Finding Jesus in the Depths of Panic and PTSD

24:00 – A Day in the Life: Before and After Christ

28:00 – Angel Cards & Reiki: Pretty Lies with Dark Roots

32:00 – The Pastor Who Spoke Truth and Broke Deception

36:00 – Transcendental Sex, Astrology, and the Spiritual Trap

42:00 – Learning to Be Single: Dating Jesus and Healing Codependency

46:00 – Writing “Holy Loved”: How Obedience Became a Book

50:00 – Purpose and Redemption: What Alma Hopes You Take Away

52:00 – Prayer for Deliverance and Healing

54:00 – Connie’s Closing Message: Freedom in Christ

57:20 – Poem: “Oh, Daughter of Mine” (From New Age to the Father’s Love)

Have any comments or your own experience? Share it in the comments below.

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3 weeks ago
59 minutes 36 seconds

Living Free in Truth
New Age to Jesus: Third Eye Awakening & Mind Reading- Borin's Rock Band Star to Worship Pastor Story

In this episode of Living Free and Truth, we sit down with Borin Doulos - worship leader, composer, and creative pastor to hear his extraordinary journey from New Age experiences, supernatural encounters, and a rock music career, to encountering the real power and presence of God.

He shares the dangers of counterfeit spiritual experiences, the allure of false light, and the moment that changed everything for him forever.

From rock band star to worship pastor, Borin’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. In this episode, hear how a third eye awakening and encounters with angelic beings led him from New Age practices to fully following Jesus. Borin shares experiences of talking to spirits, reading minds, and performing laying on of hands for healing. Plus, he reflects on his early days in computer class and electricity, and how God transformed every part of his life.

Topics covered in this episode:

- Third eye awakening

- Angelic encounters

- Talking to spirits

- Reading minds

- Healing through laying on of hands

- Crowds and ministry moments

- Early computer class & electricity🔹 Explore how God revealed Himself in an overwhelming, life-changing way🔹 Learn the difference between real spiritual authority and deceptive experiences🔹 Hear the story of leaving a successful band and stepping fully into truth00:00 – Meet Borin Doulos: From New Age to Radical Worship00:01 – Early Life & Journey into Worship Music00:03 – First Encounters with the Supernatural00:10 – High School Mystical Experiences You Won’t Believe00:15 – Caught in New Age Practices: The Hidden Dangers00:22 – Manipulation in the Music World & Spiritual Deception00:30 – Audience Reactions & Young Christians Tempted by Mysticism00:33 – Doubt, Struggle & Seeking Truth in Solitude00:36 – Life-Changing Encounter with God Through Worship00:42 – Terrifying Yet Transformative Moment with Jesus00:47 – Surrendering to Christ: Leaving the Band Behind#ChristianTestimony #SpiritualWarfare #NewAgeExposed #EncounterWithGod #WorshipMusic #FaithJourney #RadicalFaith #DeliveranceStory #JesusTransformation #ChristianPodcast #BiblicalTruth #KingdomLiving #PrayerPower #SpiritualAwakening #OvercomingDarkness #FaithOverFear #GodsWord #ChristianEncouragement #WalkingWithJesus #LifeInChrist

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1 month ago
1 hour 9 minutes 55 seconds

Living Free in Truth
Haunted Encounters, Reiki & Pendulums: Youth Pastor Patrick Robinson’s Journey to Jesus

Youth pastor Patrick Robinson shares his powerful journey from New Age practices to the freedom found only in Jesus. Patrick opens up about his years exploring crystals, chakras, pendulums, and Eastern philosophies, searching for relief from deep pain and trauma.

He recounts startling supernatural encounters, including a night when an oppressive presence filled his home and his grandmother prayed until peace returned.

In this candid conversation, Patrick and Connie discuss how pain can become a doorway for spiritual deception, why New Age experiences may feel real yet remain counterfeit, and how the gospel offers a better, lasting hope. Hear how God called Patrick into ministry, healed old wounds, and replaced fear and confusion with true peace.


0:00 Welcome & Patrick’s background

3:20 Encountering God through worship & call to ministry

6:00 Early exposure to the prophetic and deliverance

10:05 The haunted house incident and grandma’s prayer

16:20 New Age exploration: portals, and strange voices

21:25 Crystals, chakras, and pendulum practices

27:10 How pain opens doors to deception

34:50 Suffering, karma, and the false promise of New Age relief

39:25 Disassociation and searching for meaning

44:50 Deliverance in marriage & the power of Jesus’ freedom

46:50 Final encouragement: Jesus is the living water


#hauntedhouse #hauntedstories #supernatural #newage #newagetojesus #reiki #pendulums #crystals #pain #trauma

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1 month ago
48 minutes 36 seconds

Living Free in Truth
Deliverance Stories & the Power of Jesus’ Name: Pastor Mark Stephenson

Pastor Mark Stephenson shares his journey from Baptist church-planter to leading a Vineyard church with an active deliverance ministry. We talk about the reality of the spiritual realm, casting out demons, guarding against New Age deception, and staying rooted in Scripture. Mark shares his journey into the supernatural as well as experiences with deliverance, angels, demons, and more.

If you're hungering for more of Jesus, curious to learn more about the spiritual world from a Biblical perspective, want to hear powerful stories of people being set free, or a seasoned believer wanting to be encouraged with testimonies, this episode is for you.


Mark Stephenson is the new Lead Pastor of Vineyard Community Church in Overland Park, Kansas. He's been a pastor for 21 years, is originally from Baltimore, Maryland, has his Masters of Divinity degree from Truett Seminary at Baylor University, and has been doing deliverance ministry for 9 and a half years. He's been married to his wife Melissa for over 19 years and together they have 3 kids and a dog.


00:00 – Welcome & Introduction

03:20 – Mark’s Call to Ministry

07:00 – Encountering the Supernatural

12:00 – Balanced View of the Spirit Realm

14:45 – First Deliverance Story: Parking Lot Encounter

21:10 – What Deliverance Is (and Isn’t)

23:30 – Intense Session: Archangel Michael Intervention

31:00 – Wrestling with Theology & Seminary Background

36:00 – Freedom in Christ vs. Counterfeits

37:20 – New Age Practices, Yoga, Reiki & Open Doors

46:00 – Gnosticism and Secret Knowledge Today

49:10 – Colossians 2 Explained: Elemental Spiritual Forces

55:00 – Modern Mediums & Channeling Exposed

59:20 – Final Encouragement: Living Free and Rooted in Truth


#demonology #deliveranceministry #deliveranceprayer #deliverancetestimony #spiritualdiscernment #biblicaltruth #christianliving

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1 month ago
1 hour 7 minutes 15 seconds

Living Free in Truth
Finding Freedom After Pain: God’s Path to True Healing | How to Process Pain

Many are searching for healing through energy work, New Age practices, or even AI companions.

But do these methods actually bring freedom or deeper bondage?

In this episode of Living Free in Truth, I share what the Bible says about pain, sorrow, healing, and hope. We’ll look at God’s path to true restoration, the dangers of counterfeit practices, and how Jesus meets us in our deepest wounds.

Trauma leaves deep wounds that no quick fix or spiritual shortcut can heal. In this episode, I share biblical tools for processing pain honestly, bringing it to Jesus, and walking toward true freedom.

We’ll explore lament as worship, the cross as the place of exchange, and how our identity is made new in Christ. Healing is not about pretending or bypassing pain. It’s about meeting God in truth, community, and restoration.

If you’ve tried “shortcuts” to healing and ended up empty, this episode is for you.

0:00 — Welcome & introduction: pain, trauma, and the search for healing

4:30 — Why worldly methods (New Age, energy work, crystals, AI companions) fall short

9:10 — What the Bible says about false prophets and counterfeit healing

13:50 — The world offers coping, not true healing

18:20 — Defining pain and healing from a biblical perspective

22:10 — God’s way of healing: restoration and hope through Jesus

24:00 — Trauma defined: deep wounds that touch every part of life

28:00 — God’s way of healing: redemption, not just relief32:00 — Lament as worship: bringing honest complaints before God

36:00 — Jesus bore our griefs: the cross as the place of exchange

40:00 — Identity restored: living as a new creation in Christ

44:00 — Walking with others: confession, prayer, and biblical community

48:00 — Stories of costly faith: Corrie Ten Boom, C.S. Lewis, missionaries in China

52:00 — Lasting hope: beauty for ashes and returning to God’s ancient ways

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1 month ago
55 minutes 20 seconds

Living Free in Truth
Deep Dive in The King Method & Splankna: Why Energy Healing Isn’t Biblical - A Christian Perspective

Is Christian touch therapy really biblical… or just energy healing wrapped in Christian language?In this episode of Living Free in Truth, I share my personal experience with practices like The King’s Method, and why believers need to stay far away from them. While these methods may use prayer, Bible verses, and Christian words, their roots are in Eastern mysticism, New Age energy work, and occult practices.You’ll learn:- Why desperation for healing can cloud discernment- My personal experience attending a King’s Method session- How “Christianized” energy healing works (pulse reading, sequences, meridians)- The hidden Buddhist and Shinto roots of The King’s Method- How these therapies mirror shamanic and New Age practices- What the Bible says about testing the spirits and rejecting mixtureThis is not about fear or shame but about walking in biblical truth and avoiding counterfeit spiritual practices. God alone heals through His Spirit, not hidden energies or spiritual shortcuts.🙏 If this episode blesses you, please like, share, and subscribe for more biblical perspectives on today’s culture.00:00 – Intro: Why talk about “Christian” touch therapy?04:00 – What are Splankna Therapy & The King’s Method? (and why they aren’t biblical)08:00 – My personal encounter: pulse reading, sequences, and red flags12:00 – Overlap with shamanism, hypnosis, and New Age healing practices16:00 – Pastoral counsel, fruit vs. root, and why results don’t justify the method20:00 – The King’s Method history: Jiro Murai, Jin Shin Jitsu & Eastern roots24:00 – How Dr. King rebranded it as “Christian” & how it spread locally28:00 – Splankna therapy explained: energy psychology in Christian language32:00 – Syncretism exposed: mixing faith with mysticism (Bible warnings)36:00 – Why muscle testing, meridians, and subconscious “healing” are occult40:00 – Scriptures on false gospels, deception & Satan masquerading as light44:00 – Acts 19: burning occult practices & why syncretism must be renounced48:00 – The narrow road vs. wide road: walking set apart in truth52:00 – Closing encouragement: Jesus is enough, live free in truth

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1 month ago
53 minutes 15 seconds

Living Free in Truth
The Dark Truth Behind Wicked : Witchcraft, Rebellion & Pop Culture - A Christian Perspective

In this episode of Living Free in Truth, we examine the movie and musical Wicked through a biblical lens. What starts as entertainment often hides a cultural agenda—glorifying witchcraft, rebellion, and moral confusion.

We cover:

  • How Wicked glorifies witchcraft, rebellion, and self-exaltation

  • The influence of pop culture icons like Ariana Grande and occult symbolism

  • The subtle ways movies, musicals, and songs shape hearts and minds

  • Biblical responses to entertainment, rebellion, and spiritual deception

  • The spiritual reality behind witchcraft, intentions, and spells


    🔔 Subscribe for more biblical insights on culture, entertainment, and spiritual discernment.



More Resources:The WICKED Truth...https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Ww-ETFZ6SsFr. Mike Schmitz Reviews "Wicked"https://youtu.be/ZDN0Y6imCaY?si=lJvOm4_a13ZWjeNWAriana Grande & Cynthia Erivo Open Up ft. Sally (Oui Oui Baguette ep. 6)https://youtu.be/OCeHehrbvkA?si=wcxVtsQU43KrRC0JThe New Wicked Movie Is Darker Than You Thoughthttps://youtu.be/YVLtPRxpRjA?si=kSyDjNmS-hUCzIY_The TRUE Horrifying Story of WICKED!https://youtu.be/ZS-G12opknE?si=7uqS7Zo6AB1D20oA

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2 months ago
30 minutes 10 seconds

Living Free in Truth
Singing Bowls, Sound Baths & 440Hz ASMR | New Age Sound Healing from a Christian Perspective

What’s really behind singing bowls, sound baths, and vibrational frequency healing? These practices are exploding in popularity, even among some who claim Christianity. But what does God’s Word say? In this episode, we expose the spiritual roots of these seemingly harmless tools and why they are anything but neutral. From Eastern mysticism to energy manipulation, we break down how these practices open the door to deception and demonic influence. If you’ve been curious or caught up in the trend, it’s time to test the spirits and come back to the Truth.In this episode:- What are singing bowls and sound baths really doing?- Where did singing bowls come from? How did it become popularized?- What about the 440hz demonic frequency?- What about ASMR?- The spiritual danger behind “frequency healing”- Why mixing New Age tools with Christianity is a compromise- Biblical discernment and how to guard your heart⚠️ This is not just about preference, it’s about spiritual discernment.00:00 – Introduction: What is sound healing?04:00 – When healing itself becomes an idol (1 Timothy 4:8)08:00 – My first encounter with singing bowls12:00 – The occult roots of sound healing and numerology16:00 – Why God forbids divination and hidden “knowledge”20:00 – Sound healing, yoga, Reiki, and New Age overlap24:00 – Intention setting vs biblical surrender28:00 – The spiritual power of music in Scripture32:00 – Shamanic drumming and altered states of consciousness36:00 – Spiritual counterfeits: when “light” is actually darkness40:00 – The 440Hz frequency conspiracy and discernment44:00 – Why you cannot “Christianize” pagan tools (Deuteronomy 12:30–31)48:00 – Jesus is the only door: true peace vs. false peace50:00 – What to do instead: biblical alternatives to sound healing51:30 – Closing encouragement: Live free in truth

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2 months ago
52 minutes 3 seconds

Living Free in Truth
Enneagram, Myers-Briggs, DISC, Personality, Astrology Tests: Should Christians Use Them?

Is the Enneagram and Meyers-Briggs just a harmless personality test or is it rooted in occult and New Age practices? In this episode of Living Free and Truth, we unpack the Enneagram, Myers-Briggs, DISC, and StrengthsFinder tests through a biblical lens along with their connection with the Occult/New Age and Astrology.The Bible says we are fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139). Our identity isn’t in a number, type, or wing, it’s in Christ alone.🔔 If this encourages you, please like, share, and subscribe for more biblical truth.

More Resources:Part 1: Decoding The Enneagramhttps://thecultishshow.com/podcast/part-1-decoding-the-enneagramPart 2: Decoding The Enneagramhttps://thecultishshow.com/podcast/part-2-decoding-the-enneagram

00:00 – Intro: Why personality tests matter01:39 – What the Bible says about identity02:45 – What is the Enneagram?07:37 – Occult & New Age origins15:05 – How it entered Christian circles18:56 – Enneagram vs. Astrology20:21 – “That’s just my type” — a dangerous mindset29:50 – Identity in Christ vs. numbers and types34:11 – Would you use tarot to know God?35:23 – Biblical alternatives to personality tests37:46 – Myers-Briggs, DISC & StrengthsFinder42:18 – Psychology vs. Theology43:03 – Astrology & craving future knowledge47:06 – My journey with personality tests49:17 – Fake freedom vs. true freedom in Christ52:24 – Closing encouragement


#enneagram #astrology #meyersbriggs #personality #personalitytype #personalitytest #christian #newage #selfhelp #jung #psychology #culture

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2 months ago
53 minutes 40 seconds

Living Free in Truth
Marked by Culture? Tattoos, Piercings, Body Modification

Welcome back to Living Free in Truth!

I’m Connie, and today we’re diving into one of the most controversial and personal topics in the modern church: tattoos. Are they harmless self-expression or could they carry deeper spiritual implications?

This episode isn’t about legalism, shame, or surface-level debate. It’s about discernment, clarity, and freedom in Christ. We’ll explore what Scripture actually says about tattoos and body modification, where these practices come from, and how to think biblically without falling into fear or naivety.

Whether you’re inked or considering it, I invite you to listen with an open heart. This isn’t a call-out, it’s a call to think deeply.

Let’s get into it.


In this episode, Connie takes a clear, sober look at tattoos and body modifications through a biblical worldview: examining their origins, cultural evolution, spiritual risks, and health implications. We move beyond legalism or fear to seek biblical clarity and freedom grounded in Scripture.

Starting with the ancient history of tattooing, we trace its ritualistic and pagan roots, how it evolved through culture and technology, and why it remains deeply tied to spiritual symbolism in many contexts. We explore key biblical passages, such as 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 and Leviticus 19:28, unpacking their original context and modern application.

Connie shares testimonies about tattoos as spiritual doorways, discusses how tattoo ink interacts with the immune system, and highlights the toxic heavy metals often hidden in inks. We reflect on the spiritual realities of addiction, idolatry, and soul ties linked to body marking, contrasting them with the biblical concept of being sealed by the Holy Spirit - God’s eternal spiritual mark.

Finally, we confront the cultural narrative of “my body, my choice,” asking what stories our bodies tell and whose image they reflect. This episode challenges believers to pursue discernment, honor God in their bodies, and thoughtfully weigh their motives and witness in a culture saturated with competing values.

00:00 - Introduction: Why Discuss Tattoos Biblically?03:15 - Tattoos & Piercings in Today’s Culture

06:00 - Biblical Framework: No Legalism, No Fear, Just Clarity

08:40 - Two Main Biblical Arguments About Tattoos

12:00 - Leviticus 19:28 & Its Historical Context

14:20 - Spiritual Testimonies & Deliverance Stories

17:30 - Ancient Tattoo Origins: From Ötzi to Tribal Rites

21:00 - Tattoo Evolution: From Hand Tapping to Electric Machines

24:00 - Tattoo Ink and the Immune System

27:30 - Toxic Heavy Metals in Tattoo Ink & Health Risks

31:00 - Honoring God’s Temple: Physical and Spiritual Implications

34:00 - Addiction, Idolatry, and Spiritual Footholds37:30 - Tattoos, Piercings, and Cultural Identity

40:00 - The Biblical Seal of the Holy Spirit vs. Physical Marks43:30 - Cultural Reflections: Tattoos, New Age Syncretism, and Witness

46:30 - Final Thoughts: Discernment, Freedom, and Living for Christ


More Resources:Can You Get Demon Possessed Through Tattoos?https://youtu.be/gvzEEfPx0yY?si=jVlY5MR5ZYgCbE4cThe Fascinating History of Tattoos:https://youtu.be/Y3r_PIoeFBs?si=hxmwItkY2nL6PuuJThe History of Tattoos - Addison Andersonhttps://youtu.be/MYn15yDBvxM?si=hlEQUuqXh4LK_d6sShould Christians have Tattoos or Piercings?https://youtube.com/shorts/KNl9gWGUwXA?si=e1Ddfs5bknUhXK7cThe WICKED Truth... https://youtu.be/8Ww-ETFZ6Ss?si=tW3oEJA76VduyucL

Your Tattoo is inside your immune system. Literallyhttps://youtu.be/nGggU-Cxhv0?si=2BYmtvz6cvnxXnk2The Black Alien Project Now Regrets his Transformation?https://youtu.be/FOwNWRL5q6k?si=xpDgwrMdwKfTKhV1Extreme Body Art and Body Modification | The Most Modified Transsexual Woman in The Worldhttps://youtu.be/_oHEHkPfyvY?si=oRNRxp_80ueVMTEU

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2 months ago
38 minutes 42 seconds

Living Free in Truth
Muscle Testing: Is It Biblical or New Age? The Truth Behind Applied Kinesiology

In this episode of Living Free in Truth, we examine the growing popularity of muscle testing (also known as applied kinesiology, energy testing, or nutrition response testing) and ask the foundational question: Does this align with the Word of God?

Many Christians are unknowingly engaging in practices with roots in New Age, occult, and Eastern mysticism, often repackaged with scientific or “Christian-friendly” language. But muscle testing goes deeper than just health, it touches on divination, spiritual deception, and misplaced trust.


We explore:

- The origins of muscle testing

- Why it seems to “work”

- How it compares to biblical healing- Modern Christian adoption of it

- And how to discern the subtle traps of spiritual compromise


✝️ Whether you’ve used this practice or are simply curious, this episode is a deep dive on muscle testing, its occult roots, how it is divination and equips you with biblical insight and practical questions to bring before the Lord.

🙏 Let's walk in freedom, not deception.

00:00 – Welcome: Why this topic matters00:37 – Muscle testing: What it is and why people seek it02:02 – Roots in Eastern mysticism and chiropractic fusion02:54 – Why it “feels” like it works
04:30 – 2 Thess. 2:9 and lying signs and wonders
05:44 – Medical muscle testing vs. applied kinesiology
06:53 – Cross into pseudoscience and divination07:26 – Is it rebranded science or ancient spiritual practice?08:03 – How muscle testing mirrors divination practices
10:14 – Why Christians fall into it (Christian practitioners, etc.)
11:11 – Local example: “Christian” clinics and allergy testing13:16 – Acupuncture, chi, and Daoist roots
15:02 – Misusing “God can use anything”
17:06 – “It’s just a tool”- is that true?
18:27 – Muscle testing as modern divination19:29 – “Power vs. Force” and spiritual calibration21:30 – What’s the real harm if there’s no visible damage?
23:26 – 1 Cor. 10: Can’t drink the cup of demons and of the Lord
25:07 – “It works!” is not the same as “It’s from God”
26:50 – Hidden knowledge vs. Holy Spirit guidance
28:12 – Biblical breakdown: What is divination?
29:15 – How ancient methods parallel modern practices
30:11 – Biblical lots vs. occult practices: key difference
34:30 – The “self-healing body” lie and New Age thinking
38:56 – Bar songs turned into hymns vs. spiritual practices40:22 – Why spiritual origins matter more than cultural ones41:35 – “I’m not looking for a demon behind everything”42:00 – The slow descent of compromise42:49 – Slippery slope examples: lust, pride, covetousness44:14 – Many sins start small. Why we must be alert45:10 – “At least I’m not doing ___” – the danger of comparisons46:25 – Deep dive: Marci Juland’s experience with muscle testing47:22 – Ouija board vs. muscle testing: surprising parallels48:38 – Asking your body questions = modern divination50:21 – True healing comes from the Lord53:02 – Call to repent and return to God54:13 – Self-reflection questions to bring to the Lord56:11 – Personal story: ignoring the check of the Holy Spirit57:01 – Bible study: 2 Cor. 10 and demolishing false arguments58:20 – Lofty opinions vs. the knowledge of God59:50 – Spiritual warfare is a battle of the mind01:01:05 – Final encouragement and call to truth and freedom


More Resource:YouTube video: 11 Reasons Muscle Testing is Divination:https://youtu.be/Bs4tg8sJUXg?si=ciDfWNa0GPj58eoNBlog: Muscle Testing--Repackaged Divination: https://www.heartandmindministries.com/single-post/2016-2-1-muscle-testingrepackaged-divinationWhat does the Bible say about applied kinesiology? https://www.gotquestions.org/kinesiology.htmlBook: Ouija Medicine: The Dark Side of Energy Medicinehttps://www.amazon.com/Ouija-Medicine-Dark-Side-Energy/dp/B0D4JZV78NBook: Life to the Body: Biblical Principles for Health & Healinghttps://www.amazon.com/Life-Body-Biblical-Principles-Healing-ebook/dp/B0D7W5PXFG

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3 months ago
1 hour 1 minute 44 seconds

Living Free in Truth
Crystal Clarity: Discerning the Truth Behind Crystal Healing

Welcome back to Living Free in Truth, where we pursue clarity in a culture of confusion and hold fast to God's Word in every area of life.

Today, we’re diving into a topic that’s become increasingly popular, even among believers, yet remains spiritually dangerous: crystal healing.

Maybe you’ve seen friends wearing crystal jewelry “for peace,” heard Christians talk about “cleansing energy,” or been offered a jade roller or rose quartz gift.

These things may seem harmless or even helpful, but what’s at the root?

Where did these practices come from, what do they actually mean spiritually, and most importantly, what does the Bible say? This isn’t about legalism, fear, or judgment. It’s about discernment, freedom, and loyalty to Jesus as our only true healer. If you’ve ever wondered, “What’s the harm?” or “Can’t I just use it for decoration?”, this episode is for you.

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3 months ago
46 minutes 6 seconds

Living Free in Truth
Shamanic Healing - Just Say No! Wilderness Fusion, Shamanic Healing, and Energy Healing: A Biblical Deep Dive from a Christian View

What is shamanic healing, and why are so many Christians unknowingly opening spiritual doors?

In this episode of Living Free in Truth, I share my personal experience at a Wilderness Fusion healing clinic and expose the spiritual roots behind energy healing, touch therapy, shamanic healing, shamanism, chakras, auras, muscle testing, and practices like shadow work and shape-shifting.

In this episode, we’re tackling a growing and often confusing topic: energy healing, subtle energy work, and related New Age practices that are showing up with a deep dive into Wilderness Fusion, a shamanic healing school.

I will also look at another energy healing school to unpack the specific language that is being articulated and weigh it against the gospel.

Many of these methods promise healing, balance, and wholeness, but at what cost?

We’ll explore the spiritual roots behind these popular practices, why they’re often repackaged with scientific or Christian language, and why, as followers of Jesus, we must be alert and discerning. You’ll hear how these teachings often mix bits of truth with dangerous occult ideas that can subtly lead believers away from Christ.Most importantly, we’ll highlight the biblical way forward: true healing and wholeness only come through faith in Jesus Christ, repentance, renewing the mind with Scripture, and walking in community with other believers, not through shortcuts or manipulating energy.

👉 If you’ve encountered energy healing, touch therapy, muscle testing, or anything that claims to balance your spirit or aura, this episode will equip you with a biblical lens to test those things and stay rooted in the truth.

🔍 Topics Covered:

- What is Wilderness Fusion and NIASZIIH healing?

- What is Eden Energy Medicine?

- What is muscle testing and how does it relate to New Age healing?

Should Christians participate in Reiki, aura cleansing, or chakra balancing?

What does the Bible say about shamans, spirit guides, and spiritual healing and tracking?

✝️ True healing is found only in Jesus.

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🎧 Follow Living Free in Truth for biblical discernment and the fight for truth in today’s spiritual culture.

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00:00 – Intro: My Journey into Shamanic Healing

05:12 – The Session That Felt Peaceful But Wasn’t

10:28 – When God Interrupted My Healing Path

16:02 – Jesus vs. Energy: The Authority Behind Healing

21:10 – Manipulating Outcomes vs. Surrendering to Christ

27:00 – The Shamanic School That Promised Wholeness

32:45 – Inner Fragmentation and the “Council of the Void”

38:30 – False Light: The Deception of Emotional Breakthroughs

44:12 – Chakras, Kundalini, and Spiritual Counterfeits

50:10 – From New Age to Biblical Discernment

55:39 – Muscle Testing, Intuition, and Hidden Gateways

1:01:24 – Shallow Peace or Lasting Freedom?

1:06:40 – Real Healing Is Rooted in Repentance

1:10:35 – Final Thoughts and a Call to the Church


#energyhealing #shamanichealing #touchtherapy #shamnism #newage #christianpodcast #biblicaltruth #chakras #auras #clairvoyance

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3 months ago
1 hour 8 minutes 18 seconds

Living Free in Truth
The Quantum Gospel: Another Repackaging of New Age Beliefs

Welcome to Living Free in Truth, the Christian podcast where we expose the counterfeits and walk boldly in biblical truth.

I’m your host, Connie, and today we’re tackling one of the most deceptive movements infiltrating both culture and the church: the blending of New Age mysticism with quantum science, emotionalism, and pseudo-Christian language.


In an age where people are seeking “alignment,” “energy,” and “enlightenment,” a dangerous message is rising: one that sounds spiritual, but denies the authority of Scripture and the sufficiency of the cross.

You’ve probably heard it: “Jesus was just a part of the puzzle,” “truth is whatever you feel,” “AI might tap into consciousness,” or “healing can come from a frequency.”

But here’s the truth:Jesus and Buddha are not the same. All paths do NOT lead to God. Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life.

In this episode, we’ll examine the subtle lies wrapped in scientific language, emotional manipulation, and so-called “divine intuition.”

We’ll contrast it all with the eternal Word of God and call believers back to the narrow path that leads to life.

We will also unpack 9 claims, common in the New Age and measure that against the rubric which is the Word of God.


00:00 – Introduction & Why This Matters

01:48 – What Is the True Gospel?

04:07 – Unpacking the Quantum Gospel

07:12 – The Source of Truth: Jesus or a Lying Spirit?

09:10 – We Are Souls, Not Energy Fields

11:21 – Worshiping Creation vs. the Creator

13:10 – Law of Attraction & Manifestation Exposed

16:03 – False Healing vs. Jesus the Healer

20:24 – Music, Emotion & Gnostic Deception

22:47 – AI, Creativity & the Human Soul

25:36 – All “Spiritual Energy” Is Not Holy

28:16 – Ancient Truth vs. New Paradigms

29:40 – Testing Common Claims

36:08 – Final Warnings & Call to Discernment

37:53 – Outro: Live Free in the Truth

More resources:

  • "You Are Gods": What Did Jesus Really Mean?https://youtu.be/sUH_E3KD52A?si=mUNDzlhVQca75zeu
  • "Christ Consciousness" Debunked By Jesus
  • https://youtu.be/rjvGYwU6Y6I?si=IxM0MJXfuypf6qpw
  • From New Age To Jesus - My Testimony
  • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cMu5F2icsT8
  • Book: The Second Coming of the New Age: The Hidden Dangers of Alternative Spirituality in Contemporary America and Its Churches https://www.amazon.com/Second-Coming-New-Age-Spirituality/dp/1948014114
  • Cultish: The Cosmic Christ of the New Age (W/Steven Bancarz) https://youtu.be/GU5aFPh6ynQ?si=yj12fgXYznvb2qrZ
  • Cultish: Engaging the New Agehttps://youtu.be/41nOFSNlJ9w?si=-mGYqnUyNDt1SnpY
  • Cultish: Engaging the New Age Part 2 https://youtu.be/jW3jDz1GyFA?si=ltoqw899JqjB7glu
  • Demystifying the New Age Jesus with Steven Bancarzhttps://www.youtube.com/live/pYKFjmq1E0g?si=Qsy_93LTRX45WCko
  • Jesus of the New Age Vs Jesus of the Biblehttps://youtu.be/Tq55XzDjMuI?si=Wll4WYbKhdGnbGuh
  • Shocking Truth: Are New Age and New Thought Hijacking the Church? https://youtu.be/33O6gJ50SFw?si=N1J7r0poqEX0L5eX


#quantumphysics #newage #christianpodcast #christianadvice #biblicaltruth #christianliving #universalism #channelingenergy #buddha #humanism #pantheism #divinity #ai #consciousness #channeling #energy, #metaphysics #metaphysical #metaphysicalteachings #metaphysicalexploration

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3 months ago
38 minutes 10 seconds

Living Free in Truth
My Journey From the Yoga Mat to Discernment: Should Christians Do Yoga?

You’ve probably heard it before, "just do what feels good", "all truth is relative", or "yoga is just stretching."

But what if behind these feel-good trends is something far more sinister?

I'm Connie, and this is Living Free in Truth, a Christian podcast for believers who want clarity, not compromise.

Each episode, we expose cultural lies, unpack biblical truth, and walk out discernment in a world that calls deception enlightenment. Because Jesus didn’t come to affirm us, He came to free us.

So if you’ve ever felt unsettled by what’s being called Christian today... you’re not alone. It’s time to live free.

In this episode, I share my experience with yoga, my research into the origins, the meaning of yoga and its poses, the kundalini (serpent) spirit, chakras, and the Biblical perspective and questions for discernment.

It's not about legalism or fear. It's not about what's permissible or what's allowed, but what is the heart and intent behind our choices and decisions and why.

Some other helpful resources to dive deep:

  • 10 yoga poses that offer worship to Hindu deities:https://www.thetruelight.net/wp/10-yoga-poses-that-oeer-worship-to-hindu-deities/New Age to Jesus
  • My testimony out of Astrology, Yoga and Witchcraft – Angelmarie Scafidihttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FxVGpLfD-5Q
  • Former Yogi Speaks out Interview with Mike Shreve on Remnant Radio https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t4BxjoXvLhc
  • Apologia Radio Special: Steven Bancarz in Studio https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z7Lx0OlsGTs
  • Apologia Studio: Examining Reiki Energy Healing & Kundalini Yoga with Amber Aldrich Part 1 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E1Va4dzD0gM
  • Cultish: Examining Reiki Energy Healing and Kundalini Yoga, Pt. 2https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T5sQN3Nswx8



#yoga #christianyoga #newage #newageyoga #christianpodcast #christianpodcasters #kundalini #kundaliniyoga #remnantradio #biblicaldiscernment #decisionmaking #biblicaltruth #christianadvice #christianliving #kingdomliving #narrowway #jesusistruth #jesus #angelamariescafidi #stevenbancarz #livingfreeintruth #exnewage

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4 months ago
37 minutes 56 seconds

Living Free in Truth
New Age, Old Lies: Unmasking New Age Deception Through a Biblical Lens

Episode 1: New Age Spirituality or Biblical Truth?

You’ve heard the words vibes, manifest, and good energy. Maybe even tried burning sage or dabbling in crystals. But what if what feels spiritual... is actually a counterfeit?

Welcome to the first episode of Living Free in Truth, a Christian podcast helping believers walk in biblical truth and spiritual discernment.

I’m your host, Connie, and today we’re exposing one of the most influential deceptions in both our culture and the Church: New Age spirituality. From energy healing to manifestation, these practices promise peace but lead away from the gospel.

This episode isn’t about fear. It’s about clarity, courage, and the truth of Scripture. Because real freedom doesn’t come from energy… it comes from Christ.

In this episode, we cover:

  • What is the New Age and how has it entered the Church?

  • Why spiritual discernment is essential for Christians today

  • How to spot counterfeit spirituality and return to biblical truth

📖 “You will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” — John 8:32

🔗 Subscribe and share with a friend who’s navigating confusing spiritual messages.


Book Recommendations:Healing Energy: Whose Energy is it Anyways? by Randy Clarkhttps://www.amazon.com/Healing-Energy-Whose-Randy-Clark/dp/1937467562They Shall Expel Demons by Derek Princehttps://www.amazon.com/They-Shall-Expel-Demons-Invisible/dp/0800792602Deliverance From Evil Spirits by Francis MacNutthttps://www.amazon.com/Deliverance-Evil-Spirits-Freedom-Demonic/dp/0800763556/The Biblical Guidebook to Deliverance by Randy Clarkhttps://www.amazon.com/Biblical-Guidebook-Deliverance-Randy-Clark-ebook/dp/B00U58QKJM#christianpodcast #christianadvice #christianliving #biblicaltruth #biblequotes #bible #christian #christianity #christianityexplained #christianityexplored #newage #biblicaltruths #livingfreeintruth

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4 months ago
32 minutes 49 seconds

Living Free in Truth
Why I'm Starting This Podcast - Walking the Narrow Way in Today's Culture

What happens when your friends, your job, and even your own good intentions lead you into something that sounds Christian… but isn’t? I’m Connie Kao, and this is Living Free in Truth, a podcast for believers who want clarity in a culture of confusion.

In this first episode, I share my journey from casual curiosity to uncovering how deeply New Age deception has crept into the Church and why following Jesus means trading spiritual compromise for real freedom.


Episode Highlights:

  • - Identifying New Age influences within Christian circles

    - Understanding true spiritual freedom in Christ

  • - Practical steps to develop biblical discernment

If this episode spoke to you, please subscribe and share with a friend seeking clarity.

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4 months ago
7 minutes 54 seconds

Living Free in Truth
Living Free in Truth is a Christian podcast hosted by Connie Kao, helping believers sharpen their spiritual discernment and apply biblical truth to real cultural challenges. Each episode equips you to stand firm in faith and navigate life with clarity and conviction, all about Biblical truth in today's culture. Connie's passion is helping believers walk confidently in biblical truth, bridging culture and faith, and empowering them to be firmly anchored in the unchanging Word of God. Connie believes that truth sets people free, a conviction that drives all she does.