Our Faith Journey
by Gerald Cheng
Ever felt confused, disappointed, and frustrated about your walk with God? This weekly podcast, hosted by Gerald Cheng, shares practical ways on how to foster a relationship with Christ so you can experience lasting joy.On this podcast, Gerald interviews Christian leaders, professionals, and friends about issues that Christians face in the pursuit of growing closer to God.
Episodes
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45: Looking Back at the Journey with Melanie Galima
It’s the last episode of the podcast! Can’t believe this day has come, thank you so much for tuning in and listening to this show :) In this episode, I take some time to reflect on my journey producing this podcast, the challenges I faced, the lessons I learned, and the blessings I experienced. I...
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44: Being Mindful Part 4 - A Conversation on Suicide with Cecelia Chai
Suicide affects many people around the world, including Christians. One person every 40 seconds dies by suicide, and for every person who dies by suicide, more than 20 others attempt suicide. It’s the second leading cause of death among 15-29-year-olds globally. Maybe you’ve experienced suicidal...
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43: Being Mindful Part 3 - Rachel Arner on Dealing with Depression
Depression is a challenging thing to process and deal with. So how do we navigate this tough season as Christians? Or how can we help someone who is struggling with depression? In this episode, I invite fellow podcaster Rachel Arner to share her experience with depression and how God led her...
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42: Being Mindful Part 2 - Navigating Anxiety with Wendy Wang
Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illnesses, affecting roughly 1 in 5 people around the world. And I’m sure you’ve had moments of anxiety in your life, maybe times where you were overwhelmed by your anxious thoughts. So do we approach anxiety in our lives? What do we do when the…
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41: Being Mindful Part 1 - Burning Out with Benjamin Lundquist
Have you been in a place where you’re overloaded with responsibilities and burdens that it seems impossible for you to move forward? Or maybe you felt like you hit a wall out of nowhere and everything around you seems to be collapsing? Maybe you’re experiencing or have experienced the feeling of...
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40: Love and Relationships Part 7 - Healthy Families with Dr. Shee
All of us have experienced what it means to be a part of a family, and as we all know, families have their ups and downs. So what causes families to be broken? How do we actively play a role in creating healthy, godly families? And what does it mean to “honor your parents” while staying true to…
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39: Love and Relationships Part 6 - Divorce with Dr. Sung Um Hyun
Divorce is a painful experience that affects not just the couple but many people around them. So how do we navigate this space as Christians? What does the Bible say about divorce? And how do we help others who have either experienced divorce or have close family members that have gone through a...
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38: Love and Relationships Part 5 - Marriage with Justin and Emily Khoe
As a kid, I remembered every good fairy tale or romance story ended up with the hero and the heroine getting married and living happily ever after. A part of me looks forward to that day as well. And yet “happily ever after” seems like something harder to find in marriages today. A recent study…
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37: Love and Relationships Part 4 - Healthy Sexuality with Pastor Jason Calvert
When it comes to the conversation about sex, the primary message you probably hear from Christians is this: Don’t have sex until marriage. And then the conversation ends there. Which I feel is pretty sad and shallow because there’s no in-depth conversation about sex. Like why sex is an experience...
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36: Race and Religion Part 5 - What's the Solution?
Over the past few episodes, we’ve explored the present moment of social uproar, delved into various forms of injustices and disparities, and addressed the mentalities behind racism and prejudice. Now, with this information in mind, we ask the overarching question: what’s the solution? In the…
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35: Race and Religion Part 4 - Privilege and Power
In the past few episodes, we’ve addressed the external realities of racial disparities and dove into our perspective of Christian theology relating to race. And today we dive into topics related to the heart: the conversation on privilege and power. Some topics we address include white privilege,...
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34: Race and Religion Part 3 - Color and Class
Besides the criminal justice system, what other disparities and challenges do the black community face? How do all of these issues tie in with the overarching issue of poverty? And how are we, as Christians called to view and treat the poor in society? In today's episode, Dr. Bowtie Brian, Dr....
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33: Race and Religion Part 2 - The Prophetic Voice, the Police, and the Prison System
Are Christians called to be activists, or should we ignore current injustices in light of Christ’s second coming? How has America become the country that has 5% of the world’s population, yet holds 25% of the nation’s prisoners? What is the role of police in society, and how can we explore...
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32: Race and Religion Part 1 - Our Present Situation
In the first episode of the Race and Religion podcast series, Dr. Bowtie Brian, Dr. Shawn Smith, and I explore our present situation with the recent death of George Floyd and the protests that erupted around the world as a result. Also, we share our racial and socioeconomic backgrounds and how…
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31: Love and Relationships Part 3 - Breakups with Sam Leonor
Breakups are really painful experiences and something you probably don’t want to experience if you haven’t already. But they do happen. And they are complicated. So with that in mind, how do we navigate breakups as Christians? In this episode, I bring on Pastor Sam Leonor, who has a lot of...
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30: Love and Relationships Part 2 - Dating with Pastor Jerome Raj and Jesline Koay
Dating is quite a new phenomenon in human history: something that’s been around for 100 years. So it’s a topic that we can’t find a step-by-step playbook in the Bible, but there are definitely Christian principles that we can value when it comes to dating. In this episode, I interview Pastor…
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29: Love and Relationships Part 1 - Singleness with Dr. Fam
In today’s culture, love and romance saturates everything, from popular music to TV shows and movies. With all the messages that go around, it’s very easier for Christian singles to get lost in the daydream world, wishing to be in a dating relationship and/or married. With that in mind, how does...
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28: Peace Be Still Part 5 - Caring for the Homeless with Dr. Bowtie Brian and Dr. Shawn Smith
During this global pandemic, it's very easy for us to dwell in our problems and forgot about those who don’t have the luxury of social distancing, such as the homeless. What can we do as Christians to help those in need right now? And if we are not able to be on the front lines, how can we still...
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27: Peace Be Still Part 4 - Rethinking Campus Ministries with Chaplain Kevin Straine
How do we minister to people on a campus setting (college, high school, university, etc.) when we aren’t able to meet in a physical location or even be on campus? How do we combat the loss of community during this time? And how do we change our avenues of ministry in light of these times? On this...
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26: Peace Be Still Part 3 - Rethinking Church with Pastor Marcos Torres
In this season, what is the church now that we can’t meet physically in a building together with fellow believers? How can this pandemic be a catalyst for positive changes in the ways we perceive and conduct church? How can the church help combat feelings of loneliness and loss of community…
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25: Peace Be Still Part 2 - A Christian Perspective of COVID-19 with Jason Daniel and Abhijeet Andrews
In this COVID-19 crisis, we as Christians have to wrestle with certain challenges right now, and naturally, questions might arise. Like for example, if God is love, why is He either causing or allowing this pandemic to take place? How do we come to terms with suffering as Christians, and how can...
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24: Peace Be Still Part 1 - My Covid-19 Story
We're starting a new series this week called Peace Be Still: a series that will focus on deepening our trust and faith in God and also rethinking the way we are called to minister to those around us. In the first episode of the new series, I share how COVID-19 affected my time in Malaysia and how...
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23: Enneagram Type 9 with Joe Hsiao and Phuong Ly
Do you have an ability to easily see from multiple perspectives, yet you find it difficult to assert your own opinion? Do you find yourself doing all sorts of activities to avoid doing the activity you know you need to do? Is peace something you value, and you have a natural ability to make…
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22: Enneagram Type 8 with Lara Albano
Do you tend to come off as strong and powerful and avoid being vulnerable with others? Is confrontation something that you find easier to lean into than others? Are you very passionate about defending the weak and powerless? If you relate with any of these statements, there’s a chance you might…
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21: Enneagram Type 7 with Jennifer Chavez
Would you describe yourself as the life of the party? Do new experiences, moments, and things fascinate you? Are painful feelings something that you avoid and fear to face? If you relate with any of these statements, there’s a chance you might be a Type 7 on the Enneagram. In this episode, we...
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20: Enneagram Type 6 with Christie Leung
Is it important for you to know there’s someone behind you, supporting you every step of the way? Does it seem like there’s a committee of voices in your head imagining every worst-case scenario at every moment? Do you find it hard to come to a conclusion on anything because you’re constantly...
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19: Enneagram Type 5 with Michele Leong
Instead of trying a new activity right away, do you prefer to sit back, analyze and process before trying it for yourself? Do you love acquiring knowledge about all sorts of things yet don’t feel competent enough to share what you know with others? Do you have a natural ability to be objective...
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18: Enneagram Type 4 with Ezekiel Teo
Throughout your life, have you felt there was a part of you missing as if you were incomplete? Has a major struggle in your life been finding your unique voice and persona? Do emotions really swing you from the highest of highs to the lowest of lows? Well, if you can relate with any of these...
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17: Enneagram Type 3 with Emily Pangalila and Yarimel Huerta
Does success matter a lot to you, and you’re willing to set the steps and goals necessary in order to reach your definition of success? Has failure been difficult for you to face, and feelings seem unnecessary and inconvenient? Well if you identify with these desires and fears, there’s a chance…
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16: Enneagram Type 2 with Jon Hwang
Are you someone that can’t help but serve those around you? Do you have the ability to read and perceive other people around you, but you find it difficult to face your emotions and feelings? And at the core, is your greatest fear the fear of being alone? Well, if you identify with these desires...
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15: Enneagram Type 1 with Tim Yun
When you look at life, do you desire to create perfection in yourself and in everything around you? Is being wrong, corrupt, or immoral something that you fear? Well, if you identify with these desires and fears, there is a chance that you identify with the Enneagram Type 1. And on this episode…
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14: Intro to the Enneagram with Olive Hui
Ever tried taking personality tests such as Myers-Briggs (16 Personalities), DISC assessment, and/or Strengths Finder and felt like they placed you in a box? Or maybe you’re skeptical about personality tests because you think they are stereotypical descriptions like horoscopes or palm reading?...
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13: The Outer Life Part 6 - Making Tough Decisions with Pastor Desmond Tongpo
Ever faced a difficult decision that you weren’t sure what to choose? For example: choosing your career, deciding who to date, choosing a church, doing a particular ministry, who to hang out or not hang out with, etc etc? How do we know God’s will for us in those moments? And how can we utilize…
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12: The Outer Life Part 5 - Setting Healthy Limits with Chaplain Kevin Straine
We live in a culture that screams: “More is better”, and sometimes we have a lot of expectations placed on us: friends, family life, church, school, the workplace, and a whole lot of other places. And without realizing it, we might overload our plates, run out of gas, and burnout. So how do we…
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11: The Outer Life Part 4 - Approaching Situations of Conflict with Chaplain Matthew Hunlede
Conflicts are inevitable and challenging to deal with. And when we don’t handle conflicts right, conflicts definitely have consequences: broken families, broken hearts, broken homes, broken friendships, and broken societies. So how we can navigate situations of conflict in order to prevent...
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10: The Outer Life Part 3 - Caring for Others with Ashton Hardin
In this day and age, we live in a world full of violence and hatred. It seems that every day we hear about another mass shooting or a terrorist attack, and what the world needs more than ever are Christians who really exemplify what it means to love and care for others. But questions arise. How…
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09: The Outer Life Part 2 - The Value of Church with Pastor Robert Liaw
One activity often associated with Christianity is going to church. But why go to church in the first place? Or maybe you’ve tried going to a church and the people there have hurt you. What do we when the church has hurt us? And how can we distinguish between healthy and unhealthy churches? On…
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08: The Outer Life Part 1 - Wholesome Friendships with Abhijeet Andrews, Jason Daniel, and John Sumilat
So in today’s world we are connected like never before through the Internet and social media, yet we are living in a time where we are feeling more lonely than ever before. Although a relationship with God is something that can ease our loneliness, as God said in Genesis 2:18, “It is not good for...
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07: The Inner Life Part 5 - Self Awareness with Melissa Williams
In recent years a major trend in popular culture has been self-awareness. From the emergence of personality tests and counselors/therapists, self-awareness has become something more valued and recognized. But why is self-awareness important in our faith journey with God? And if self-awareness is…
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06: The Inner Life Part 4 - The Importance of Sabbath with Pastor Alex Niculaescu
The concept of the Sabbath was set up by God in Creation and emphasized during the time of the Israelites, but does Sabbath still apply to us today? And if God calls us to keep the Sabbath day, what is the definition of the Sabbath, and how are we called to observe it? I sat down with Pastor Alex...
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05: The Inner Life Part 3 - Jason and Jefferd Daniel on Daily Rhythms with God
So why is spending daily time with God important? What prevents us from wanting to spend time with Him? And maybe we’ve heard our pastors say to pray and read the Bible every day, but how do we go about doing that? In this episode, Jason and Jefferd Daniel address these questions by talking about...
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04: The Inner Life Part 2 - Chaplain Terry Swenson on Gaining Purpose with Christ
As a Christian, how do we find our primary purpose in life? Is following Jesus just a list of “do’s” and “don’ts” or something more? And how can we connect with Jesus to discover what He wants us to do? In the second episode of The Inner Life series, Chaplain Terry Swenson breaks down these...
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03: The Inner Life Part 1 - Bowtie Brian on Finding Identity with Christ
What does it mean to ground our identity with Christ? And how do we attach the identities that the world offers us in order to really embrace God's identity for us? In the first episode of The Inner Life series, Dr. Bowtie Brian shares his thoughts on what an identity with Christ looks like and…
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02: Our Faith Journey with Sam Leonor
So what does it mean to be a follower to Jesus? How can faith move from a cultural norm into a personal walk with Christ? And what does a faith journey with God really entail? In the second episode of the show, Pastor Sam Leonor talks about the theme of this show, Our Faith Journey, and how he's...
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01: My Faith Journey with Rhidge Garcia
On the first episode of the show, Gerald Cheng, your host for this podcast, shares about a pivotal moment in his life that started his faith journey with God. He is joined on the show by Rhidge Garcia, associate pastor of the Fort Myers Seventh-Day Adventist Church and one of Gerald's best…
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Ever felt confused, disappointed, and frustrated about your walk with God? This weekly podcast, hosted by Gerald Cheng, shares practical ways on how to foster a relationship with Christ so you can experience lasting joy.On this podcast, Gerald interviews Christian leaders, professionals, and friends about issues that Christians face in the pursuit of growing closer to God.
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