In this episode of the Midlife Grace podcast, host Ginger Monceaux and guest Miriam Kwietniewska discuss their personal journeys from New Age practices to finding true healing through faith in Jesus Christ. They share their experiences with deception in spiritual practices, the allure of self-healing, and the importance of discernment in understanding the true source of healing. The conversation emphasizes the dangers of New Age spirituality and the need for a strong relationship with God to avoid falling into deception. In this conversation, Ginger discusses the importance of recognizing deception in spiritual practices, emphasizing the need for discernment among believers. She highlights the significance of faithfulness over worldly success and the necessity of grounding oneself in scripture to combat spiritual warfare. The discussion also touches on the dangers of counterfeit spiritual experiences and the importance of avoiding traps that lead away from true faith. Additionally, Ginger introduces the Genesis Prescription, a holistic approach to health that integrates biblical principles, and invites listeners to connect with her community for support and guidance.

takeaways

• The search for true healing often leads to deceptive practices.
• Many people are drawn to New Age practices out of a desire for healing.
• New Age spirituality can lead individuals away from Jesus Christ.
• Personal experiences reveal the dangers of self-centered healing.
• Kundalini yoga and similar practices can invite spiritual deception.
• Faith in Jesus is the ultimate source of healing and peace.
• Discernment is crucial in navigating spiritual practices.
• Childhood experiences can influence one's spiritual journey.
• The importance of community and church in spiritual growth.
• Awareness of spiritual deception is vital for believers. Recognizing deception is crucial for spiritual growth.
• Faithfulness to God is more important than worldly success.
• Scripture serves as a powerful tool in spiritual warfare.
• Feelings can be deceptive; rely on the Word of God.
• Spiritual warfare involves battling demonic principalities.
• The Bible is an essential weapon for protection.
• True peace comes from the Holy Spirit, not from worldly practices.
• Avoid spiritual traps that promise secret knowledge.
• Yoga is rooted in spiritual practices that conflict with Christianity.
• The Genesis Prescription emphasizes holistic health through biblical principles.

titles

• From Deception to Deliverance: A Journey of Faith
• Unveiling the Truth: Escaping New Age Practices
• The True Source of Healing: A Christian Perspective
• Navigating Spiritual Deception: Personal Stories of Awakening
• Kundalini Yoga: The Hidden Dangers Revealed

Sound Bites

• "I was deceived by the Satan tactic."
• "What is the true source of healing?"
• "I was so obsessed with healing."
• "It’s pulling you away from Jesus Christ."
• "The true source of peace is Jesus Christ."
• "If it doesn't feel right, don't do it."
• "God doesn't call us to be successful."
• "Feelings are not reliable."
• "The Bible is our offensive weapon."
• "Yoga is a spiritual practice."

Chapters

00:00

Introduction to the Journey of Healing

03:13

The Search for True Healing

06:08

The Deceptive Allure of New Age Practices

09:08

Personal Stories of Deception and Awakening

12:05

The Role of Faith in Overcoming Deception

15:10

The Dangers of Kundalini Yoga and Spiritual Practices

18:00

The Revelation of Jesus Christ as the True Source of Healing

20:46

Understanding New Age Practices and...