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Ho’oponopono is a Hawaiian practice of repentance, forgiveness, and reconciliation. The word pono means righteousness - in perfect order. The word has strong cultural and spiritual connotations of a state of harmony or balance. Hooponopono translates as “Correction”— to put right/to make right or good. This is a powerful healing process. I’m sorry Please forgive me I love you Thank you You can say...

Dear readers, writers, and listeners! Welcome to episode thirty of The Narrow Gate Podcast. I’m excited to introduce you to the lovely, Linh. Linh is 24 years of age. She is from Hanoi. She lived in Canada for three years during Covid. During that time, she experienced severe depression that led her to seek the truth. She’s a bright young woman looking to find her purpose in life. I’m amazed how m...

P rayer is the answer. I took my sin to the cross and every time I struggled with temptation I prayed for help. The Holy Spirit who lives in me gave me the ability to resist temptation in my life. And that is how I do it today only I tend not to be tempted, but we can never be too careful, so we I stay in constant prayer. Communion with God is the answer to living a holy life. Practical tips What...

In this podcast, I want to explain what codependency is as the name is confusing. It doesn’t make sense which is preventing people from getting healed. I share my own story as I had these traits, but as with all disorders, there are varying levels. I had it bad enough to cause me a lot of pain and confusion, but I did not stay in any relationship with a narcissistic man for long. But, still, I fel...

“It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery.” - Galatians 5:1 Dear brothers and sisters, Are you struggling with sin? Why? What is this behaviour that you are calling sin? Is it even sin? The first thing to address before I go on further is what it means to sin. I am surprised by the amount of Christian writers...

News for The Narrow Gate readers and followers! Things are changing here as do all things in life. I have set the foundation of this newsletter and feel ready to get into the deeper stuff. For a long time, I have wanted to start walking with people who are committed to the Christian journey. Those who want to grow and know more about the Kingdom of God and where we fit in. I couldn’t do that witho...

Hi guys! It is self-aware people who want to change. So the first step we must take if we are going to heal, grow, and transform is to make space to do the work. Making Space I mean long term, not just an hour here and there. If you’ve been a Christian for a few years and have studied some form of self-development and read your Bible, you may have discerned that to change, we have to do the work....

Greetings my dear friends! It’s been a while. I’m sorry about that. I hope you were not anxiously waiting for # Step 3 in my series on healing, growth and transformation. I had a lot going on which I have mentioned in the podcast. This is the third and final step. But even though it’s only three steps, unfortunately spiritual transformation it is not as easy as one, two, three. Healing takes time,...

“When I was a child, I said I wanted to be a mix of Indiana Jones and Mother Teresa.” Kameron Shadrick It looks like Kameron’s childhood dream came true. Kameron has a heart like Mother Teresa, a sense of adventure, and the ability to take action, like Indiana Jones. In the interview, she explains her journey from seeker to Jesus lover. Welcome to episode twenty-three of the narrow gate podcast! I...

In the last two episodes, we looked at our emotional baggage and how to create healthier relationships and find inner peace and joy in our life. Episode # 21 In Step 1 we identified the problem areas in your life: * Physical - health * Emotional - relationships * Your work - work/mission/life purpose And your overall satisfaction in life. Do you feel fulfilled in your life? Opening up to your rela...

Our first inclination is to do more when our relationships are not working. Most of us blame ourselves and so go about trying to fix them. “I’m not doing enough. If I did more, they would love me more.” And the cycle goes on. But, this is not the right way to heal your relationship problems. It has to start with you and God In this podcast, I will start you on your healing journey. I am sharing wh...

Who wants stress? Not me. There is healthy stress. You know the one that gets you out of bed in the morning, motivates you to pay your bills, and meet work deadlines. Well, I’m not talking about that kind of stress. I’m talking about the other kind that leaves you feeling irritable and dissatisfied with life. Who wants that? No normal human being wants to live like that. So in this episode, I show...

Praise for the Lord’s Mercies A Psalm of David Bless the Lord, O my soul;And all that is within me, bless His holy name! 2  Bless the Lord, O my soul, And forget not all His benefits: 3  Who forgives all your iniquities, Who heals all your diseases, 4  Who redeems your life from destruction,Who crowns you with lovingkindness and tender mercies, 5  Who satisfies your mouth with good things, So that...

John the Baptist prepares the way “ In those days John the Baptist came, preaching in the wilderness of Judea 2  and saying, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near.” 3  This is he who was spoken of through the prophet Isaiah: “A voice of one calling in the wilderness,‘Prepare the way for the Lord,    make straight paths for him.’ 4  John’s clothes were made of camel’s hair, and he had a...

A Living Sacrifice “ Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship. Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.” — Romans 1...

God is our healer   “If you listen carefully to the Lord your God and do what is right in his eyes, if you pay attention to his commands and keep all his decrees, I will not bring on you any of the diseases I brought on the Egyptians, for I am the Lord, who heals you.” — Exodus 15:26 God is our protector If you say, “The Lord is my refuge,”    and you make the Most High your dwelling,no harm will...

When I talk to Christians about healing, they seem unclear about what it means. They know Jesus healed people in the Bible, but they are not so good at describing their own healing. In this episode, I speak about how God has healed me and how I want to share that with others. But, keep an open mind if you are listening to this and think, I don’t need this, but maybe I’ll listen for someone else. T...

“But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.” — Matthew 6:33 “Their loyalty is divided between God and the world, and they are unstable in everything they do.” — James 1:8 “Then the LORD said to me, “Write my answer plainly on tablets, so that a runner can carry the correct message to others.” — Habakkuk 2:2 Thank you for listening! I hope y...

“For I am the least of the apostles and am unworthy to be called an apostle, because I persecuted the church of God. But, by the grace of God, I am what I am.” — 1 Corinthians 15:9-10 “As he neared Damascus on his journey, suddenly a light from heaven flashed around him. He fell to the ground and heard a voice say to him, “Saul, Saul, why do you persecute me?” “Who are you, Lord?” Saul asked. “I a...

Scriptures mentioned in the podcast: Matthew 4:4 , Jesus said: “It is written, man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes fro the mouth of God.” Romans 12:2 “ Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.” Thank you for listening! Im...

Is it any wonder why people accuse Christians of being self-righteous when they think being saved means instant healing? Please do not use the Christian label as a way to act superior to others. Everyone sees through it but more importantly it displeased God. Your righteousness is a gift of salvation and to think that salvation instantly heals you is to be a little naive. Yes, God is a miracle wor...

Hello readers, I hope you are well and ready for another episode of the narrow gate . I want to get you thinking about why people choose not to follow God. Below are 2 scripture verses I mentioned in the podcast: “ You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the flesh, rather, serve one another humbly in love.” — Galatians 5:13 “ We demolish argumen...

Hello, I hope you all had a blessed Easter and enjoyed the celebration wherever you spent it. In this episode, I am talking about the meaning of the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ and how that is relevant to us today. Jesus said to Marta and Mary at the tomb of their brother Lazarus, “Your brother will rise again.” (John 11:23) He was going to raise Lazars from the dead. Then Marta said to...

Marta is from Poznan , Poland. She is 26 years old. We met at Riverside Church in Lisbon. Below is a photo of Marta taken at the entrance of the church. Below is a photo of Marta in the park with her cat. I hope you enjoy the interview! Thank you, Marta, for sharing your beautiful stories of how God has worked in your life. It has inspired me! Scriptures Marta quoted in the interview: Psalm 133:1...

“So do not fear, for I am with you;    do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you;    I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” — Isiah 41:10 There are over a hundred verses in the Bible that say fear not or do not be afraid , so why are people so fearful? It comes down to a lack of trust in God. Jesus said we would have troubles, but He also said He would be...