#33- Surrender, Sanctification, and Joy in Trials with Kimberly Kushner

Episode Summary Malaine sits down with naturopath and clinical nutritionist Kimberly Kushner to talk about surrendering to Jesus after a childhood shaped by many spiritual influences, leaving New Age norms, and learning to find real joy in suffering. From Bali’s spiritual hotspot to bold faith in Australia, Kimberly shares how the Lord led her out of confusion, into baptism, and now into a marketplace mandate serving women facing endometriosis, EDS, and POTS. Together, they unpack territorial spirits, why lukewarm will not protect you, and how to choose joy minute by minute in real trials. Key Takeaways Surrender is simple: obedience over overthinking. Environment matters: territorial spirits influence cities and nations. Trials refine authority: valleys precede anointing. Lukewarm is dangerous: stay clothed in Christ and the armor of God. Renew the mind: take every thought captive and anchor in Scripture. Family is the first ministry: order your life God, marriage, children, then work. New Age relief is counterfeit: short term gains often create long term bondage. Minute by minute joy: choose Jesus in pain, fatigue, finances, and grief.   Timestamp Guide 00:01 Welcome and opening prayer 01:55 Kimberly’s upbringing in Bali and many beliefs in one home 06:30 Baptism in 2010 and steady sanctification 08:45 Calling to serve women with endometriosis, EDS, and POTS 10:45 Counterfeits, 1 percent lies, and subtle deception 11:40 Territorial spirits and why geography can matter 16:20 Armor on or naked in the spirit 16:45 Kimberly’s current health battle and surgery prep 21:00 Psalm 23 in the valley and authority through suffering 22:40 Count it all joy in real life 26:10 Obedience over perfect plans 30:10 Back to the Bible first, audio Bible habits 33:25 Marriage and parenting on purpose 36:45 Training children in discernment 41:05 How to seek joy and wisdom when you cannot fix it 43:30 Surrender when the answer delays 50:40 The online space, New Age practices, and real costs 55:00 Jesus is the well that never runs dry 56:20 Where to find Kimberly and final impartation Guest Kimberly Kushner Naturopath and clinical nutritionist serving women with endometriosis, EDS, and POTS.IG: @EndoNatrapath Web: endonatrapath.com Quotes to Share “Obedience is simple. Overthinking is not.” “Authority is forged in valleys, not on stages.” “Short term relief without Jesus can become long term bondage.” “Joy in trials is a choice we make one minute at a time.” “Jesus is not just the answer. He is the solution.” Practical Activations Armor Check: Pray Ephesians 6 daily this week. Word First: Replace one podcast a day with an audio Bible chapter. Thought Audit: When fear spikes, speak Romans 12:2 and James 1 out loud. Family Order: Put time on the calendar for God, spouse, children. Renounce Counterfeits: Ask the Lord to reveal and remove any practice outside of Christ.   Connect with Malaine Subscribe to Kingdom Talk with Malaine Rate and review to help more people find these conversations Share this episode with a friend who is navigating trials Eden House: programs, challenges, and resources to equip you to live set apartwww.theedenhouse.co Call to Action If you are unsure about Jesus, ask Him right now to reveal Himself to you in a way only He can. If you already walk with Him, ask for fresh fire to obey quickly and choose joy today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.