EP 2: "When Darkness Meets Light: The Breaking Before My Breakthrough"

Episode 2 of Crowned & Called  takes you deeper into Cheryl’s personal journey—a raw, emotional, and spiritually honest reflection of what happens when curiosity about the New Age collides with the truth of Jesus Christ.In this episode, Cheryl shares:How spiritual confusion grew after her first encounter with JesusThe allure of crystals, astrology, rituals, and manifestation and more to come.Why New Age practices felt comforting but slowly opened doors to heaviness, betrayal, and inner turmoilHer years of lukewarm faith, church routine, unanswered questions, and spiritual divisionThe deeper battles—family disconnection, emotional pain, college confusion, and the quiet warfare she didn’t yet recognizeHer search for identity, healing, and purpose while unknowingly drifting from GodAnd finally… the turning point. The gentle, undeniable presence of Jesus calling her back into truth, rest, and healing.This episode is for anyone who has ever wandered, felt spiritually torn, or searched for truth in places that promised light but led to confusion. Cheryl’s story shows that even in the deepest darkness, Jesus is still near—waiting, guiding, and ready to break through.Lord Jesus, cover every listener with Your peace and Your light. Draw them closer to You today. Amen.Support the showANNOUNCEMENT: We are currently welcoming guests to join us on Crowned & Called  with Cheryl Lafer—for meaningful, faith‑centered conversations. If your journey includes a transition from New Age spirituality to renewed faith, a personal testimony of transformation, or a season where you’ve discovered and begun walking in your God‑given purpose, we would love to hear from you.Whether you feel called to share your story, reflect on what God has taught you, or explore topics that encourage discernment, healing, and spiritual clarity, your voice matters here. This is a space for honesty, growth, and hope—rooted in truth and led with grace.If this resonates with you, we invite you to reach out. And when you join us—bring your crown. 👑 We celebrate the authority, identity, and calling God has placed on your life, and we’d be honored to share space with you.Crowned & Called is a sacred space for those who know they were created for more—  more intimacy with God,  more alignment with truth,  and more authority rooted not in striving, but in love.Tune in, like, and subscribe to support Crowned & Called with Cheryl Lafer. Every interaction helps extend the reach of this ministry and the message God has entrusted to us.