Gems of Knowledge

How do you keep your faith when your life has been a fight from the very beginning?Heather was born with a congenital heart defect and wasn't expected to survive. After multiple heart surgeries, breast cancer, fibromyalgia, chronic pain, and ongoing physical challenges, she has every reason to ask, “God, why?”And she has.In this episode of the Gems of Knowledge Podcast, Heather shares how Jesus has continued to meet her in the pain—and how God is now using her story to bring hope, community, and purpose to others living with chronic and invisible illness.Sometimes testimony doesn't say, “Look, everything is perfect now.”Sometimes it says, “Look—Jesus is still here.” ❤️Connect with Heather:🎙️ Podcast: Living Beyond the Invisible: A Walk with Heather🌐 Walking With HeatherFacebook & TikTok: @walkingwithheatherInstagram: @walkingwithheather1💎 Discover God's Truth. Grow Closer to Jesus... One Gem at a Time.#ChristianTestimony #ChronicIllness #InvisibleIllness #FaithInGod #HopeInJesus #CongenitalHeartDefect #GemsOfKnowledge

Bonus EpisodeWhat if the greatest barrier between you and God wasn't what you thought? What if it was only one letter?In this special bonus episode, I'm sharing a message I recently taught at a couples retreat that has continued to challenge my own heart. Together we'll explore how removing the "I" from SIN transforms not only our relationship with God, but also our marriages and the relationships we value most.Through Scripture and practical application, we'll discover how pride and self-focus quietly create distance, while humility and surrender open the door to deeper intimacy with Christ.Be sure to stay until the end, where I'll guide you through a personal reflection exercise designed to help you prayerfully ask God what He wants to reveal to you and what He is inviting you to do next. My prayer is that this won't simply be a message you hear—but one you experience. 🙏💎In This Teaching00:00 What is the greatest obstacle to oneness with God?01:15 Removing the "I" from SIN05:44 Vulnerability creates intimacy08:30 The secret place of the heart14:35 There is no "I" in ONE19:08 What flows out of you?23:28 Whitewashed tombs & hidden sin26:53 Is the "I" teachable?33:14 Our marriage testimony37:16 Guided personal reflection

How do you keep loving in a world that constantly gives you reasons not to?In this heartfelt conversation, I sit down with my dear friend Toni Taylor—someone I often call my ever-faithful friend. Toni's life is a beautiful picture of steadfast love, quiet courage, and faithfully living for Jesus wherever God places her.Together we talk about what it means to love people well, minister in the workplace, forgive freely, and boldly share your faith in everyday life. Toni also shares her incredible story of discovering she had Turner's syndrome at 19 years old after a routine blood test, how God faithfully protected her throughout her life, and the beautiful way He orchestrated the adoption of their son.We also discuss military life in Germany, biblical submission, women in ministry, and why ordinary faithfulness can have an extraordinary impact for God's Kingdom.If you've ever wondered how to keep loving, serving, and representing Jesus in everyday life, I pray this conversation encourages you.In this episode you'll discover:How to keep loving anywaySharing your faith in the workplaceMinistering outside the church wallsFaithfulness in everyday lifeTurner's syndrome and God's faithfulnessAdoption and God's perfect timingLiving boldly for ChristBiblical womanhood and servant leadershipSubscribe for more conversations that help you discover God's truth and grow closer to Jesus—one Gem at a time.

Every child deserves to know they are loved.Every child deserves to hear about Jesus.But what happens when children can't get to church?After falling in love with Jesus, Adairia Watts—affectionately known throughout her community as "The Church Lady"—felt God calling her to do something different.Instead of waiting for children to come to church...She brought church to them.In this inspiring episode of Gems of Knowledge, Adairia shares how a simple "yes" to Jesus became a ministry that brings church directly into neighborhoods where children need it most. She founded Jesus' Childrens Church Int'l Inc. and began her mobile ministry in front yards, back yards, and cul-de-sacs, transforming these every-day places into places of worship, discipleship, hope, and the life-changing love of Jesus Christ. Discover how one act of obedience has impacted countless children and why faithfulness in the ordinary often leads to extraordinary Kingdom work.In this episode you'll discover:• How falling in love with Jesus changed Adairia's life forever.• The inspiring story behind Jesus' Childrens Church Int'l Inc.• Why she's affectionately known as "The Church Lady."• How God is reaching under-resourced children through simple acts of obedience.• The unforgettable grant application that listed the ministry location as "Front Yards, Back Yards & Cul-de-Sacs."• Why saying "Yes, Lord" can change more lives than you ever imagined.If you've ever wondered whether God can use your simple act of obedience to make an eternal difference, this conversation will encourage you to trust Him and take the next step.📖 "Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it." — Proverbs 22:6Opening and closing news excerpts courtesy of KTUL ABC 8 News' Oklahoma Strong feature, used within this original interview for commentary and contextual storytelling.Gems of Knowledge is a Christian podcast featuring inspiring testimonies, biblical teaching, and Spirit-led conversations that help you hear God's voice, grow in your faith, and walk more closely with Jesus Christ.

How do we go deeper with God?In this episode, me and my guest Kim Bright explore what it means to move beyond a surface-level faith and develop a deeper relationship with Jesus through prayer, intimacy, and learning to hear His voice.We discuss the importance of cultivating a rich prayer life, growing spiritually alongside like-minded believers, and creating space for God to speak. We also touch on deliverance, freedom in Christ, and how walking closely with the Lord leads to a more abundant and fruitful life.Whether you are new in your faith or have been walking with God for years, there is always a deeper place of intimacy available to those who seek Him.Topics discussed:• Deepening your prayer life• Hearing the voice of God• Spiritual growth and maturity• Finding godly community• Deliverance and freedom in Christ• Walking in the abundant life Jesus promised🔔 Subscribe for more Christian faith-based content.For more podcast episodes, daily devotionals, Bible studies, and encouragement to help you grow in your relationship with Jesus Christ visit:🌐 https://gemsofknowledge.com

Kidnapped at age 5. Missing for 5 days. Trapped in addiction. Caught in a bank robbery. Diagnosed with an incurable disease.Most people would say the odds were against her.But God had other plans.In this powerful episode of the Gems of Knowledge Podcast, Kerry Hunter shares her incredible testimony of survival, healing, redemption, and God's faithfulness through some of life's darkest moments.From being abducted and recovered after five days as a child, to overcoming addiction, surviving a bank robbery, and experiencing healing from gastroparesis, Kerry's story is a powerful reminder that God is still working miracles today.In this episode:✅ Kidnapped at age 5 and found alive after 5 days✅ Freedom from addiction✅ Surviving a bank robbery with her newborn baby✅ Healing from gastroparesis✅ God's protection and faithfulness through every season✅ Hope, healing, and redemption through Jesus ChristIf you need encouragement, hope, or a reminder that your story is not over, this testimony is for you.🔔 Please Follow for more faith-based podcast episodes!🎙️ If you would like to be a guest on the Gems of Knowledge Podcast please email: [email protected]💎 Gems of Knowledge PodcastHosted by Windy Houser🌐 GemsofKnowledge.com

Why doesn't God show us the whole path ahead?In this episode of 5 Minutes With God, Windy shares a personal hunting story that became a powerful lesson about trusting God's guidance. When she forgot her flashlight and could only see a few steps ahead, the Lord revealed an important truth: He often gives us enough light for the next step rather than the entire journey.Through Psalm 119:105, this Christian devotional explores faith, trust, obedience, and learning to follow God's direction even when the future is unclear.5 Minutes With God is a devotional series from the Gems of Knowledge Christian Podcast, designed to encourage believers through Scripture, faith, and Spirit-led insights.🌐 https://gemsofknowledge.com

What if every person you meet is carrying wounds you cannot see?In this episode of 5 Minutes With God, a devotional series from the Gems of Knowledge Christian Podcast, we're reminded that people are like a field of flowers—some blooming, some broken, and some barely holding on. We rarely know the story behind a smile, silence, fear, or reaction.Today's Gem of Knowledge:"Tread lightly. Every person you meet is a field of flowers. Some are blooming, some are broken, and some are barely holding on. Be gentle with them, for you do not know the battles they have faced."Through Scripture, reflection, and biblical encouragement, this faith-based podcast devotional explores God's call to walk in love, compassion, mercy, and grace.Whether you're looking for a Christian devotional, Christian encouragement, Bible study, or a faith podcast that helps you grow closer to Jesus, this short message will inspire you to see others through God's eyes and handle hearts with care.Hosted by Windy Houser of the Gems of Knowledge Christian Podcast.💎 Gems of KnowledgeBiblical Truth. Real Stories. Light in Darkness.🌐 https://gemsofknowledge.com

Have you ever wondered why God often seems to speak most clearly in the quiet moments?In today's 5 Minutes with God devotional, we explore a powerful Gem of Knowledge the Lord spoke during prayer:💎 "It is in the silence you will find Me. I do not yell over the distractions of the world. Silent lucidity. I am there. Amen."In a world filled with noise, distractions, and constant demands for our attention, God invites us into a deeper place of stillness where we can hear His voice more clearly. Just as Elijah encountered God not in the wind, earthquake, or fire, but in the gentle whisper, we too often find Him in the quiet places.📖 Scripture:1 Kings 7:1-51Acts 7:30-50Psalm 128:1-6Proverbs 16:31-33May this devotional encourage you to slow down, quiet your heart, and spend time in God's presence.🙏 If this devotional blessed you, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs encouragement today.🌐 For more inspiration and encouragement visit: https://gemsofknowledge.com/

In Part 2 of this powerful conversation, AnnMarie Hayden shares how God restored her identity, healed deep wounds, transformed her marriage, and led her into ministry after surviving human trafficking, abuse, and unimaginable darkness.This episode is a testimony of redemption, healing, surrender, freedom, and discovering true identity in Christ.Sometimes God doesn’t just rescue us from darkness…He rebuilds our entire lives from the ashes.🎙️ Gems of Knowledge PodcastReal stories. Real faith. Real transformation.If you or someone you know needs help, support is available.National Human Trafficking HotlineCall or Text: 1-888-373-7888Text: 233733🌐 Learn more about Fireborne Ministry:⁠https://www.FireBorne.org⁠🔥 Fireborne Ministry helps bring healing, restoration, and support to vulnerable women and children through faith-rooted, survivor-led ministry.Christian Podcast, Faith based podcast, faith-based podcast, Faith podcast

🌐 Learn more about FireBorne Ministries:https://www.FireBorne.org🔥 FireBorne Ministries exists to bring hope, healing, restoration, and practical support to vulnerable women and children through the love and power of Jesus Christ.In this powerful episode of the Gems of Knowledge Podcast, AnnMarie shares her incredible journey from unimaginable darkness to the transforming love of God.After surviving human trafficking, trauma, addiction, hopelessness, and years of brokenness, she encountered the healing, restoration, and freedom found only through Jesus Christ.This is Part 1 of her testimony — a story of survival, redemption, faith, and hope.In Part 2, AnnMarie shares how God restored her identity, transformed her marriage, and led her into ministry helping vulnerable women and children through FireBorne Ministries.If you or someone you know needs help, support is available.National Human Trafficking HotlineCall or Text: 1-888-373-7888Text: 233733Or visit www.fireborne.org for additional support and resources.🎙️ Gems of Knowledge PodcastReal stories. Real faith. Real transformation.

In this deeply personal and hope-filled episode, I sit down with author Victoria Myers to talk about surviving the unimaginable loss of her son to suicide.Together, we discuss grief, suicide awareness, healing, faith, and the difficult questions that follow tragedy. Victoria shares her personal journey through devastating loss, how God carried her through the darkest season of her life, and the heart behind her book, God, You’re Fired.This conversation is honest, compassionate, and filled with hope for anyone walking through grief — or supporting someone who is.Topics discussed include:• Surviving suicide loss• Suicide awareness & stigma• Faith during deep grief• Healing after tragedy• Warning signs & prevention• Finding hope when life feels shatteredIf you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.You are not alone.Hope remains.Healing is possible.🌐 Visit the Gems of Knowledge website:https://gemsofknowledge.com/📖 Get Victoria’s book here:https://www.amazon.com/God-Youre-Fired-Reconstructing-Perspective/dp/B0G4N6MC8T#SuicideAwareness #MentalHealth #Grief #SuicidePrevention #Faith #Healing #ChristianPodcast #Hope #Jesus #TraumaHealing #YouAreNotAlone #GemsOfKnowledgePodcastCHAPTERS:00:00 Introduction04:34 Losing Her Son to Suicide10:08 Understanding Suicide & Mental Health18:58 Learning How to Mourn With Others26:21 It’s Okay to Ask God Why32:22 “We Did Everything Right”40:44 How Victoria Learned to Hear God47:48 When Grief Feels Like a Fog55:27 Does Suicide Send Someone to Hell?1:08:11 A Supernatural Comfort From God1:13:02 Final Thoughts & Book Information

What happens when you fully surrender your “yes” to God?In Episode 11 of the Gems of Knowledge Podcast, Caitlyn shares her powerful journey of learning to hear the voice of God, stepping into her calling through missions, and witnessing miraculous moments through obedience and surrender.Having served on 27 international mission trips and 17 stateside missions through Awe Star Missions, Caitlyn shares how the Holy Spirit stretched her beyond comfort and taught her the beauty of staying yielded to God.This episode includes:✨ Hearing God’s voice✨ Stepping into your calling✨ Missions and miracles✨ Yielding to the Holy Spirit✨ Worship and original music“God moves in your surrender.”Stay until the end to hear Caitlyn perform one of her original worship songs live on the podcast. 🎶Support Caitlyn with her missions through:Cash App: $cgreen9110Venmo: @cgreen9110PayPal: @green9110Or give through tax-deductible giving here:https://www.zeffy.com/.../donation-form/raising-the-remnantFollow Caitlyn on:TikTok: @cgreen9110Facebook: Caitlyn GreenInstagram: @green9110

What happens when someone truly encounters the love of Jesus?In Episode 10 of the Gems of Knowledge Podcast, Windy sits down with Brandi Stahl, a passionate street minister and missionary who has served on 13 mission trips around the world, sharing the Gospel through faith, obedience, healing prayer, and one-on-one encounters with people searching for hope.Brandi shares her powerful testimony of loss, addiction, redemption, and radical transformation through a real relationship with Jesus Christ. Together, Windy and Brandi discuss hearing God’s voice, moving from religion into relationship, evangelism, missions, healing miracles, spiritual discernment, identity in Christ, and what it means to truly surrender your life to God.This episode also includes a heartfelt invitation to salvation for anyone unsure of where they stand with God.✨ Topics in this episode:• Street ministry & missions• Salvation testimonies• Healing miracles• Hearing God’s voice• Religion vs relationship• Identity in Christ• Spiritual discernment• Faith & obedience• Sharing the Gospel• Hope, redemption & restoration🌐 Visit the Gems of Knowledge website for more encouragement, devotionals, bible studies and more:https://gemsofknowledge.com/✨Support Brandi's family roofing business here: https://www.roofnowoklahoma.com/CHAPTERS:00:00 Introduction & Meet Brandi Stahl04:04 Loss, Addiction & Finding Jesus Again07:23 Religion vs Relationship With God12:42 Revelation Through the Holy Spirit18:53 Missions, Evangelism & Street Ministry23:24 The Vision Behind Gems of Knowledge28:14 Healing Miracles on Mission Trips36:50 Sharing Jesus in Everyday Life44:42 Identity, Forgiveness & Spiritual Warfare1:02:24 A Salvation Message & Prayer to Receive Jesus#ChristianPodcast #JesusSaves #StreetMinistry #ChristianTestimony #Faith #HolySpirit #Evangelism #Healing #Salvation #GemsOfKnowledge

What happens when God meets someone in their deepest brokenness?In Episode 9 of the Gems of Knowledge Podcast, Windy sits down with Donna Long to share a powerful testimony of trauma, healing, forgiveness, faith, and the restoring love of God.After being abandoned as a child and later enduring years of abuse, Donna spent decades struggling with pain, fear, unforgiveness, and confusion about God. But through deeply personal encounters with the Lord, supernatural experiences, prayer, and surrender, God slowly transformed her heart and revealed His love in ways that brought healing and freedom.This Christian podcast episode is filled with raw honesty, hope, spiritual insight, and powerful testimonies of God’s presence through life’s darkest moments.✨ In this episode:• Childhood trauma & healing• Forgiveness and freedom• Overcoming fear & shame• Hearing God’s voice• Personal encounters with God• Healing after abuse• Faith beyond religion• The power of surrender• Gratitude & spiritual growth• God’s restoration and miracles🌐 Visit the Gems of Knowledge website for more encouragement, devotionals, bible studies, events and more:https://gemsofknowledge.com/CHAPTERS:00:00 Introduction & Meet Donna Long02:05 Abandoned as a Child & Finding a Family06:31 Trauma, Abuse & Crying Out to God11:27 The Prayer That Changed Everything15:02 Religion, Pain & Learning to Trust God Again27:00 God Removed the Fear of Death32:21 Forgiveness, Freedom & Letting God Heal the Heart46:42 “You’ve Always Been Worthy” — A Message From God54:14 Divine Protection, Angels & Miracles1:26:17 Final Message: Trust God & Surrender Everything#ChristianPodcast #HealingJourney #GodRestores #Forgiveness #ChristianTestimony #Faith #HealingInChrist #HearingGod #TraumaHealing #GemsOfKnowledge

What happens when a 25-year prison sentence tests everything you believe about love, marriage, faith, and endurance?In Episode 8 of the Gems of Knowledge Podcast, Windy sits down with her friend Laura to share a deeply moving testimony of unwavering love, covenant marriage, incarceration, addiction, redemption, and God’s sustaining grace through one of life’s hardest journeys.After Laura’s husband was sentenced to 25 years in prison following a struggle with prescription drug addiction, Laura made the difficult decision to remain faithful and stand by her husband through years of separation, judgment, loneliness, and uncertainty.This episode is not just about prison.It’s about faith that endures.Love that remains.And a God who sustains people through impossible situations.✨ In this episode:• Marriage through incarceration• Addiction & prescription drug dependency• Faith during hardship• Covenant marriage & endurance• Prison ministry & redemption• Trusting God through suffering• Overcoming shame & judgment• God’s supernatural peace• Loving people through brokenness• Hope, healing & restoration🌐 Visit the Gems of Knowledge website for more encouragement, devotionals, bible studies, events and more:https://gemsofknowledge.com/CHAPTERS:00:00 Introduction & Meet Laura03:15 “My Husband Is Incarcerated”08:40 How Laura & Her Husband Fell in Love11:32 “I Was In Prison and You Visited Me”16:48 Addiction, Painkillers & the Downward Spiral20:20 The Crime That Led to a 25-Year Sentence29:54 The Hidden Struggles of Prison Families36:01 “The Greatest Thing We Can Do Is Love Them”49:39 God’s Supernatural Peace in the Courtroom58:21 “God Will Sustain You” — Final Encouragement#GemsOfKnowledge #ChristianPodcast #FaithOverFear #FaithInMarriage #LoveThatEndures #MarriageThroughHardship #PrisonWife #PrisonMinistry

What do you do when grief changes everything?In this deeply moving episode of the Gems of Knowledge Podcast, Windy sits down with Leslie Dodd to talk about heartbreak, faith, healing, and the loss of Leslie’s 37-year-old son to cancer.Leslie vulnerably shares how God carried her family through one of the darkest seasons of their lives and how His presence became the only true source of healing. Together, they discuss grief, fear, forgiveness, spiritual warfare, community, surrender, and the peace of God that sustains us in suffering.This conversation is for anyone walking through:• grief• loss of a child• cancer loss• heartbreak• depression after loss• fear and anxiety• healing from trauma• questioning God in suffering• finding hope again• learning to trust God in the stormIf you’ve ever wondered where God is in your pain, this episode will remind you:He is near to the brokenhearted.✨ In this episode:• Losing a child to cancer• How God heals grief through His presence• Faith during unimaginable loss• Spiritual warfare during grief• The importance of godly community• Healing from trauma and fear• Forgiveness and emotional healing• Why isolation makes grief harder• Learning to hear God’s voice• Trusting God through suffering🌐 Visit the Gems of Knowledge website for more podcasts, Bible studies, devotionals, events and encouragement: https://gemsofknowledge.com/CHAPTERS:00:00 Introduction — God Carries Us Through Grief01:24 Meet Leslie Dodd05:22 Learning to Hear God’s Voice12:21 “There’s Always More of God”18:23 Garden Lessons, Healing & Spiritual Growth25:37 Losing Her Son to Cancer30:30 Fear, Trauma & The Lies of the Enemy36:20 Different Stages of Grief & Family Pain46:42 Why Community Matters in Grief57:33 Forgiveness, Blame & Healing1:11:40 Leslie’s Final Gem of KnowledgeIf this episode encouraged you, please like, subscribe, share, and leave a review to help others find hope in Jesus.#GemsOfKnowledge #ChristianPodcast #GriefJourney #HopeInJesus #LossAndHealing #GodIsNear #FaithThroughPain #ChildLoss #ChristianTestimony #HealingFromGrief #HopeAfterLoss #JesusHeals #FaithInTheStorm #GodsPresence

What does the Bible really say about spiritual gifts, spiritual warfare, demons, and the authority believers have in Jesus Christ?In Part 2 of this powerful conversation, Windy and her daughter Desirae Hill share personal testimonies and spiritual experiences involving the spirit realm, spiritual discernment, deliverance, dreams, visions, and the authority found in the name of Jesus.For years, they experienced spiritual oppression, fear, torment, and encounters they didn’t fully understand. But through relationship with Jesus Christ and learning biblical spiritual warfare, they discovered the power believers carry through the Holy Spirit.This episode is not meant to create fear.It is meant to encourage believers that Jesus has already overcome darkness and given His people authority through His name.✨ In this episode:• Spiritual gifts & discernment• Demons & spiritual warfare• Authority in Jesus’ name• Dreams, visions & hearing God• Deliverance & freedom in Christ• Spiritual oppression & fear• Biblical spiritual warfare• The power of the Holy Spirit• Protecting your home spiritually• Walking boldly with God🌐 Visit the Gems of Knowledge website for more podcasts, Bible studies, teachings, events and encouragement:https://gemsofknowledge.com/CHAPTERS:00:00 Introduction — Spiritual Gifts & The Spirit Realm03:17 Prayer Against Fear & Darkness05:46 Seeing Demons & Early Spiritual Encounters11:57 Childhood Encounters & Spiritual Oppression17:17 The Power of Jesus’ Name Against Darkness20:48 “Isabella” — Spiritual Experiences as a Child28:54 Salvation, Spiritual Warfare & Freedom in Christ36:10 Physical Spiritual Attacks & Deliverance45:19 Spiritual Gifts, Discernment & Seeing in the Spirit53:07 Spiritual Warfare Over the Hospital1:04:28 The Glory of God, Spiritual Gifts & Final EncouragementThis episode contains discussions about spiritual warfare, demons, dreams, visions, deliverance, and personal supernatural experiences from a biblical Christian perspective.#GemsOfKnowledge #ChristianPodcast #FaithOverFear #SpiritualWarfare #AuthorityInChrist #JesusIsLord #HolySpirit #Deliverance #SpiritualGifts #HearingGod #BiblicalTruth #FaithJourney #KingdomLiving #ChristianTestimony

Can generational curses really be broken?Can Jesus truly bring freedom from trauma, spiritual oppression, anger, fear, addiction, abuse, and destructive family patterns?In this deeply personal and emotional episode, Windy and her daughter Desirae share their real-life testimony of healing, forgiveness, deliverance, and transformation through Jesus Christ.Together they discuss:• Generational curses and spiritual strongholds• Childhood trauma and abuse• Church hurt and healing• Spiritual warfare and deliverance• Forgiveness and freedom in Christ• Breaking destructive family cycles• Hearing the voice of God• Spiritual gifts and discernment• Family restoration through Jesus• Raising the next generation in freedomThis conversation is not about fear.It is about the hope, healing, authority, and freedom found in Jesus Christ.If you’ve ever struggled with trauma, anger, unforgiveness, spiritual oppression, rejection, or cycles in your family that seem impossible to break — this testimony is for you.Jesus still heals.Jesus still restores.Jesus still sets people free.🌐 Visit the Gems of Knowledge website for more podcasts, devotionals, teachings, and testimonies:https://gemsofknowledge.com/CHAPTERS:00:00 Introduction — Generational Curses & Deliverance07:40 Destructive Family Patterns & Spiritual Bondage12:18 Learning to Hear God’s Voice18:04 Crisis, Injury & Learning Dependence on God22:05 “You Need to Forgive” — The Beginning of Deliverance28:07 Forgiveness, Freedom & Breaking Spiritual Bondage39:05 “I Feel Like a Completely Different Person”47:48 How Deliverance Changed Their Family54:24 Spiritual Warfare, Discernment & The Spirit Realm1:11:48 Deliverance, Freedom & New Life in ChristThis episode contains discussions about trauma, abuse, spiritual warfare, deliverance, forgiveness, and personal testimony from a biblical Christian perspective.#GenerationalCurses #Deliverance #FreedomInChrist #ChristianTestimony #SpiritualWarfare #HealingInJesus #Forgiveness #TraumaHealing #JesusSaves #ChristianPodcast #GemsOfKnowledge #FaithJourney #BiblicalTruth

What happens when you fully surrender your life to God’s calling?In Episode 4 of the Gems of Knowledge Podcast, Windy sits down with Elizabeth Inman, founder of Dream Big Today Ministries, to discuss hearing God’s voice, healing retreats, discovering your purpose, and learning to dream with God again.After leaving behind a successful 24-year federal career, Elizabeth followed God’s direction into ministry, counseling, publishing, and creating healing retreats where women encounter the presence of God, find freedom, restoration, community, and deeper intimacy with Jesus.Together, Windy and Elizabeth discuss:• Hearing God’s voice• Guiding scriptures & life verses• Healing from brokenness & church hurt• Learning your identity in Christ• Dream Big Today retreats• Spiritual growth & discernment• The power of community & vulnerability• How God speaks through scripture• Finding purpose through surrender• God’s love, healing & restorationThis conversation is filled with wisdom, encouragement, personal testimony, and practical insight for anyone longing to know God more deeply and hear His voice clearly.🌐 Learn more about Dream Big Today Ministries:www.dreambigtoday.org🌐 Visit the Gems of Knowledge website for more podcasts, devotionals, teachings, and testimonies:CHAPTERS:00:00 Introduction & Meet Elizabeth Inman02:13 Myers-Briggs, Identity & Understanding People07:20 “A Healing Place for a Hurting World”10:10 Leaving a 24-Year Federal Career to Follow God14:03 Guiding Scriptures & Hearing God’s Voice18:21 “If He’ll Speak to Her, He’ll Speak to Me”26:23 How Dream Big Today Ministries Began34:50 Healing Retreats, Vulnerability & Community48:50 Spiritual Gifts, Bible Study & Hearing God Clearly1:03:08 Final Gem of Knowledge — God Is Always Speaking✨ If this episode encouraged you, please like, subscribe, share, and leave a review to help others discover hope, healing, and intimacy with Jesus.#GemsOfKnowledge #DreamBigToday #ChristianPodcast #HearingGod #HealingJourney #IdentityInChrist #FaithJourney #SpiritualGrowth #GodSpeaks #ChristianWomen #HolySpirit #PurposeInChrist #HealingRetreats

Can faith and professional counseling work together?In Episode 3 of the Gems of Knowledge Podcast, Windy sits down with Amanda Gutierrez, LPC — a licensed professional counselor, professor of psychology, and owner of a Christian counseling practice — to discuss trauma healing, hearing God’s voice, anxiety, shame, identity, and how the Holy Spirit moves even inside the counseling room.Amanda shares her powerful testimony of redemption, how God led her into counseling through divine intervention, and what it looks like to integrate biblical truth, discernment, EMDR trauma therapy, and the presence of Jesus into real-life healing.Together, Windy and Amanda discuss:• Christian counseling & trauma healing• Hearing God’s voice & spiritual discernment• EMDR therapy explained simply• Anxiety, shame & emotional healing• Learning your identity in Christ• The role of surrender & obedience• Nature, peace & calming the nervous system• Spiritual warfare & mental health• Breaking free from condemnation• How Jesus heals wounded heartsThis conversation is raw, honest, encouraging, and full of practical wisdom for anyone struggling with anxiety, trauma, shame, fear, or feeling distant from God.⏰ CHAPTERS:00:00 Introduction & Meet Amanda Gutierrez, LPC03:40 Rededicating Her Life to Jesus07:05 Divine Direction Into Counseling10:30 Following God Into Her Own Counseling Practice13:40 What Christian Counseling Really Looks Like15:30 “Holy Spirit, Activate” — Counseling With Discernment18:10 Does God Still Speak Today?28:45 Trauma, Shame & Unlocking the Closet Door35:00 Anxiety, Depression & Practical Mental Health Tools50:20 Shame, Identity & God’s Redemption Story🌿 Connect with Amanda / Mindful Hope Counseling:https://amanda-gutierrez.clientsecure.me/🌿 Learn more about Dream Big Today retreats:https://www.dreambigtoday.org🎧 Listen to the Gems of Knowledge podcast on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & Amazon Music/Audible🌐 Visit Gems of Knowledge website for more encouragment, devotionals, Bible studies, events, and more: https://gemsofknowledge.com/✨ If this episode encouraged you, please like, subscribe, share, and leave a review to help others discover healing, freedom, and hope in Jesus.#ChristianCounseling #MentalHealth #TraumaHealing #HearingGod #FaithAndMentalHealth #HolySpirit #EMDR #IdentityInChrist #HealingJourney #AnxietyRelief #JesusHeals #ChristianPodcast #GemsOfKnowledge

Over 20 years ago, Ann Meisner experienced a powerful vision that would eventually inspire her book, God, Who Are You? And Who Am I?In this episode of the Gems of Knowledge Podcast, we explore how learning the 12 Hebrew names of God reveals not only who He is — but who we are in Him.We discuss:– A life-changing vision– The significance of God’s Hebrew names– Discovering identity through Scripture– A personal vision of the rapture– Moving from the sidelines into purposeThis conversation is a reminder that God reveals Himself to those who seek Him — and that our identity becomes clearer as we know Him more deeply.If you desire to grow in intimacy with God and understand your identity in Christ, this episode will encourage you.🔔 Subscribe for more conversations on faith, identity, and spiritual growth.📖 Learn more about Ann Meisner and her book here: www.godwhoareyou.org💎 Also, visit our website for daily devotionals, bible studies, books, events, and more! www.gemsofknowledge.com

In this first episode of the Gems of Knowledge Podcast, Shauna shares her testimony of supernatural forgiveness and restoration.At a women's retreat, God met her in a place of deep pain and invited her to surrender what she had been carrying. What happened next wasn’t something she could force or earn — God Himself healed her heart.This story reveals a gem only God can give — the gift of supernatural forgiveness, a true Gem of Knowledge born through surrender.If you’ve ever wondered whether God can truly heal old wounds or restore what feels broken beyond repair, this episode is for you.God is near.He still speaks.And He still restores.🔗 Retreats & Events: gemsofknowledge.com/events📖 Daily devotionals & Bible studies: https://gemsofknowledge.com/