Choose to Live FREE! with Kate A. Coker-Daisie

This episode explores the struggles of Christians with sin, emphasizing that struggle is normal and part of the spiritual journey. It highlights the importance of relying on the Holy Spirit, understanding our sinful nature, and embracing God's grace to live a victorious life in Christ.  Key Topics The struggle with sin as a Christian The role of the Holy Spirit in overcoming sin Understanding...

In this episode, Kate explores the profound relationship between law, grace, and our covenant with Christ, emphasizing how understanding our spiritual freedom transforms our daily walk with God. She shares personal insights on habits, legalism, and living in the Spirit, encouraging believers to embrace grace and purpose in their spiritual journey. Key topics Law versus Grace in Christianity The an...

This episode explores the profound biblical principles of choosing your master, the contrast between sin and righteousness, and how believers can live free through Christ. It emphasizes the importance of intentional decision-making, understanding the power of obedience, and embracing the new covenant in Romans 6.   Key topics Choosing your master: sin or righteousness The biblical concept of obedi...

This episode explores the transformative power of understanding our identity in Christ, the significance of Romans 6, and practical steps to live free from sin and shame. It emphasizes the importance of spiritual reconciliation, evicting old habits, and embracing new life in Jesus. Takeaways Our old self was crucified with Christ, and we are no longer slaves to sin. Baptism symbolizes our death to...

This episode explores the journey of spiritual freedom, vulnerability with God, and practical steps to live free in Christ, based on Romans and personal experiences. Takeaways You can be your authentic godly self without being weird. Vulnerability with God starts with trust and childlike humility. Grace is our permanent security, not a safety net. Our spiritual identity is rooted in Christ, not ou...

This episode explores the biblical understanding of sin, grace, and our new identity in Christ. It emphasizes the importance of embracing grace, understanding our spiritual bloodline, and living free from performance through faith in Jesus. Key Topics Inherited death and sin from Adam Secular vs. biblical views on sin The significance of Jesus' obedience and grace Changing our spiritual bloodl...

This episode explores the profound love of God demonstrated through Christ's sacrifice, emphasizing that God's love is unconditional and not based on our performance. It encourages believers to understand their worth, embrace reconciliation, and live in the freedom of God's love, regardless of their past or present struggles.  Key Topics God's unconditional love demonstrated throug...

This episode explores the profound concept of belonging to God, the peace and access we have through faith in Jesus Christ, and how suffering can be transformed into a tool for character building and hope. It emphasizes living in peace, exercising faith, and persevering through life's challenges with a focus on spiritual growth.  Key Topics Belonging to God and its significance The concept of...

This episode explores the power of faith, the promise of God, and how to live free from performance-based Christianity. It emphasizes trusting God's promises, facing dead things with hope, and walking by faith through life's challenges. Key Topics Faith versus performance God's promise and timing Facing dead or impossible situations Abraham's faith journey and obedience Living free...

This episode explores the true meaning of faith, righteousness, and grace through the biblical example of Abraham. It challenges misconceptions about the prosperity gospel and emphasizes trusting God's promises over works-based religion. Key Topics Faith and trust in God's promises The misconception of prosperity gospel Justification by faith, not works The heart posture of Abraham God&#39...

This episode explores the profound truth that salvation and acceptance by God are gifts of grace, not earned through human effort. It emphasizes the dangers of pride, boasting, and performance-based living, and highlights the importance of faith in Jesus Christ as the foundation of our righteousness.   Key Topics The danger of boasting and pride in Christian life The biblical understanding of just...

This episode recaps the first phase of the 'Choose to Live Free' Book of Romans series, exploring the transformative journey through the book of Romans. Host Kate shares insights on biblical therapy, the diagnosis of heart issues, and the call to righteousness, encouraging listeners to embrace God's grace and live free in Christ. Key Takeaways We are all in need of heart diagnosis and...

This episode explores the transformative power of the Book of Romans, emphasizing justification, redemption, and atonement through Jesus Christ. It offers practical insights on living free from sin and guilt, and embracing God's grace and righteousness.   Key Takeaways You are justified freely by God's grace through faith in Jesus. Jesus' sacrifice is the ultimate atonement that pays o...

This episode explores the profound truths of Romans 3, emphasizing human sinfulness, God's faithfulness, and the transformative power of grace. It encourages believers to examine their hearts, understand their limitations, and embrace God's gift of salvation through faith. Key Takeaways The law reveals our sin but cannot save us All humans are under the power of sin, regardless of backgrou...

In this episode, Kate explores the dangers of external packaging and labels in faith and life, emphasizing heart transformation over superficial appearances. It highlights the importance of genuine inner change through God's Spirit, contrasting performance-based Christianity with true heart circumcision. The host ends by sharing a powerful personal heart circumcision with strategies for listen...

In this episode, Kate explores the profound relationship between conscience, moral law, and God's judgment. It emphasizes the importance of honesty, repentance, and living in alignment with God's truth to experience true freedom and healing. Key Takeaways Hearing God's law is necessary but not sufficient for righteousness. Ignorance of the law is a lie; everyone is accountable before G...

In this episode, Kate shares her personal journey from anger and pretense to spiritual awakening and authentic faith. She explores themes of judgment, kindness, grace, and the importance of heart transformation in living free in Christ.  Key Takeaways Judgment and hypocrisy in Christian life The role of kindness and God's grace in transformation Understanding God's judgment and favoritism...

In this episode, the host Kate explores the differences between the world's concept of the 'Let Them' and God's 'Let Them' and its implications for spiritual growth and relationships. Drawing from biblical teachings, particularly Romans 1:24-32, the discussion delves into the dangers of self-authority, the consequences of rejecting God, and the importance of community and s...

In this episode of the Choose to Live Free podcast, host Kate discusses the importance of addressing the suppressed truths within our souls, drawing parallels to the book of Romans. She explores the concept of a 'junk drawer' in our souls where we hide uncomfortable truths and the consequences of suppressing God's truth. The episode emphasizes the need for spiritual honesty, the danger...

In this episode of the Choose to Live FREE Podcast, host Kate dives deep into the concept of power and its implications in our lives, particularly in relation to faith and the gospel. She discusses the five deadly relational factors that can pull us away from God, emphasizing that while power itself is not inherently bad, the motives behind its pursuit can lead to spiritual enslavement. Kate encou...

In this episode of the Choose to Live FREE Podcast, host Kate discusses the importance of community versus co-op living, drawing insights from a recent YouTube episode on housing co-ops. She emphasizes that while co-ops offer autonomy, they often lack the intimacy and accountability found in true community. Kate reflects on the Apostle Paul's letters, highlighting how he consistently expressed...

In this episode of the Choose to Live FREE Podcast, host Kate embarks on a transformative journey through the first seven verses of Romans chapter 1, exploring the concept of identity and freedom in Christ. She begins by addressing the roles we often play in life—whether as professionals, caregivers, or community members—and how these roles can sometimes feel burdensome. Kate emphasizes that true...

Summary In this introductory episode of the Choose to Live FREE Podcast, host Kate invites listeners to embark on a transformative journey through the Book of Romans over the course of 48 weeks. She emphasizes the significance of this book as the 'constitution of the Christian faith,' highlighting its depth and theological weight. Kate shares her personal experiences with the transformativ...

Summary In this episode, Kate A. Coker-Daisie reflects on the significance of the New Year as a time for personal growth and spiritual renewal. She emphasizes the importance of shifting from a mindset of 'trying' to 'training' in various aspects of life, particularly in spiritual and personal development. Through personal anecdotes and scriptural references, Kate discusses the valu...

In this episode of the Choose to Live Free podcast, host Kate reflects on the importance of being led by the Holy Spirit in decision-making, contrasting it with human instincts and intuition. She emphasizes the need for spiritual growth and obedience to God's will, discussing the different types of God's will and how they interact with human free will. The conversation encourages listeners...