Finding Freedom Through Faith

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Through testimonies, experiences, defeats and victories we desire to lead others to a closer walk with Christ and experience freedom in their lives.

Lauren Ruiz, Denise Sowder

  • Aug 31, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
  • every other week NEW EPISODES
  • 30m AVG DURATION
  • 39 EPISODES


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Latest episodes from Finding Freedom Through Faith

Episode 43.

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2020 31:19


Episode 42. Tips For Making Money During Difficult Times

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2020 19:36


Episode 41. From Deception To Truth Leaving The Word Of Faith Movement Part 2

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2020 31:45


Episode 40. From Deception To Truth: Leaving The Word Of Faith Movement Part 1

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2020 26:22


We felt it was time to expose the truth. Our testimonies of being stuck in a movement that teaches twisted scriptures and the god ability to declare and decree. Listen as Denise and Lauren share some tough stories and emotions about being deceived for many years. We humbly give our testimonies so that YOU can be free. To God be all of the glory.

Episode 39. Contemplative Practices: Counterfeit Spirituality? with Marcia Montenegro

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2020 34:51


Episode 38. What Is New Thought And Why Should We Know About It? With Marcia Montenegro

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2020 37:57


We had a wonderful guest on this episode, Marcia Montenegro. She has authored 2 books and founded www.christiananswersforthenewage.com We discussed the origins of New Thought and how it has infiltrated the Church. So much good information was shared. Please go to her website to learn even more!

Episode 37. Should A Christian Seek Counseling?

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2020 31:18


Have you ever considered counseling? As Christians, we are often told to only seek counseling or therapy through the Church. I hope this episode sheds some light on how counseling can be a helpful tool in our journeys with Christ. Leave the shame at the door!

Episode 36. Hanging Out With Denise and Lauren

Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2020 25:06


Amid all of the pandemic and chaos, take a much needed break and listen to a fun episode of our own personal happenings while we steer through this pandemic. Sometimes you just need to hang with your friend and chat!

Episode 35. My Journey Through Breast Cancer With Christina Price

Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2020 47:06


Episode 34. Trusting God For Our Loved Ones

Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2020 24:30


Episode 33. Achieving sweet dreams during a time of unrest with Dr. Melissa Milanak (part 2)

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2020 36:45


Episode 32. Achieving sweet dreams during a time of unrest with Dr. Melissa Milanak (part 1)

Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2020 32:29


Episode 31. The Story of Sarah Born Still With Guest Diane Schiller

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2020 45:11


You might need some Kleenex for this episode. Diane Schiller shares her emotional and faith filled journey from conception to stillborn. The one thing I imagine is more difficult than anything else; saying good bye without having said hello. Diane talks openly about her concerning ultrasound at 20 weeks to find out that Sarah had many genetic anomalies that would not be compatible with life. Even with the option of terminating the pregnancy, Diane chose to allow that baby to continue to grow in her womb. If you are on this journey or have been or know someone who is, email us at findingfreedomthroughfaith@gmail.com and we will help you find a support group near your home. Stay blessed!

Episode 30. Honoring Infertility Awareness Week

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2020 26:25


Episode 29. Looking for Love in all of the Wrong Places

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2020 25:24


Have you ever found yourself feeling empty and unfulfilled? Have you tried to fill those needs with work, entertainment, exercise, social media or anything that consumes your time, yet you still are unsatisfied? Listen as Denise and Lauren discuss the only real fulfillment you’ll find is in Jesus Christ.

Episode 28. Planning for the Unexpected part 2

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2020 13:31


Episode 27. Planning for the Unexpected

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2020 23:43


Episode 26. Addressing Your COVID-19 FEARS With Dr. Melissa Milanak Part 2

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2020 29:17


Join us as we continue our discussion with Dr. Melissa Milanak regarding how to deal with anxiety and stress during the Corona Virus pandemic. This episode is sure to offer you the hope and encouragement you need in these troubling times.

Episode 25. Addressing Your COVID-19 FEARS With Dr. Melissa Milanak

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2020 27:12


In this episode Denise and Lauren have an eye opening discussion with Dr. Melissa Milanak regarding the fears and anxiety that people are encountering during the Corona Virus Pandemic. Dr. Milanak shares a wealth of information from her experiences with working with those who suffer from Severe anxiety.

Episode 24. Straightening The Crooked Paths

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2020 22:59


This is a humbling episode where Denise and Lauren correct some false teachings they had previously believed and shared in previous episodes. It is so important to be transparent and sincere when affecting people’s lives. Some people who have helped us to see TRUTH are Costi Hinn, Mike Winger, Justin Peters, and Fighting for the Faith.

Episode 23. What Happens When You're Unequally Yoked

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2020 27:41


Are you in a relationship with someone who is not a believer? The Bible says “Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers. For what partnership has righteousness with lawlessness? Or what fellowship has light with darkness?” It is not easy when 2 have become one flesh and are not walking the same path. Denise and Lauren share 2 different journeys of having an unbelieving spouse and how God worked through them to bring His purpose to pass. Don’t miss it!

Episode 22. Mission Accomplished: Guatemala

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2020 30:53


This episode shares all about a recent mission trip Lauren went on with her husband. They were able to serve Life Builders International who are located in Guatemala. This organization is working hard to serve the widows, orphans and people of that country and lead them to Christ. Please consider donating to their current project and find out more about them at www.lifebuildersinternational.org

Episode 21.Forgivness Opens the Prison Door

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2020 25:04


Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you’ve been wronged, betrayed, lied to or just hurt? Denise and Lauren talk openly about situations they have confronted that has forced them to forgive when it seemed impossible to do so. Don’t forget to subscribe to our podcast and leave us a review. Stay blessed!

Episode 20. Living The Loved Life

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2020 27:26


Love is a topic that never gets old and one that can be visited any time of the year, not just Valentine's Day.  It is so important that we learn to walk in love with our spouses, children, family, co-workers, and/or neighbors.  This was how Jesus said we would prove we are His disciples.  Denise and Lauren discuss how walking in love isn't always easy, but is something we should strive for daily.   Denise mentions Gary Chapman's book "5 Languages of Love"

Episode 19. Shining Light On Addiction

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2020 30:32


In this episode Denise and Lauren share how addiction can creep in and begin to cause your world to crumble. Addiction comes in many forms, but it still has the same stronghold on a person’s life. We hope you’ll be blessed by this episode. Please reach out to us for prayer or if you need any help finding resources in your area. We are here for you. Stay blessed! Findingfreedomthroughfaith@gmail.com

Episode 18. When Panic Attacks

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2020 25:50


Experiencing anxiety can be debilitating for anyone. This is episode discusses what it’s like to experience a real panic attack, on going anxiety, what the Bible says about it and some tips to help you on your journey to overcoming it. Stay blessed!

Episode 17. Living Life after the loss of a Parent Part 2

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2020 34:18


Episode 16. Living Life after the Loss of a Parent Part 1

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2020 36:41


In this episode Lauren along with her guest, Allyson Anderson, have a candid and open conversation about growing up in dysfunctional homes. Both of them dealing with the loss of their father at a difficult age and in different ways. We missed You Denise!

Overcoming Low Self-Esteem Part 1 (Initial Episode)

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2019 37:19


Listen to Denise and Lauren in their first episode of their podcast journey.  They share some personal information regarding childhood and growing up and how they have both battled low self-esteem.  

Tips for Ordering your Life

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2019 29:17


This is a great episode to listen to as the new year approaches. Denise and Lauren discuss how God is a God of order and He desires order for your life as well. There are some great tips on how to make some small changes that can bring big results!

Setting Healthy Boundaries

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2019 32:39


Do you struggle with setting boundaries with the people in your life? Then you definitely need to listen to this episode! Denise and Lauren discuss various situations where setting boundaries is vital to your emotional and mental health.

Gratitude Is The Right Attitude

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2019 28:33


As the Thanksgiving holiday approaches, Denise and Lauren discuss how having a thankful heart changes everything.

Serving With The Right Heart

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2019 27:53


In this episode Denise and Lauren talk about having the right heart when we serve. Are you serving because of obligation, to get approval or are you serving to be a blessing “to the least of these”?

The Secret to Overcoming Jealousy

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2019 28:58


In this episode Denise and Lauren discuss how they have come face to face with feelings of jealousy and envy. Listen as they get real with their experiences and the strategies they used to overcome it.

You Deserve to Be Heard

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2019 25:16


In this episode Denise and Lauren talk about how they have battled with being able to find their voice and be heard. They will encourage you that it’s ok to speak up and you can be free to be you!

Stop Being a People Pleaser

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2019 29:44


How often do we worry about what others think of us instead of focusing on what God thinks of us? Listen as Denise and Lauren share their battle with pleasing people.

Hope in Infertility Part 2

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2019 35:38


Denise and Lauren continue discussing their journeys of infertility.  There is hope in the journey.

Hope in Infertility Part 1

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2019 33:20


This is part 1 in a 2 part series discussing Denise and Lauren’s journeys of infertility. Listen as they get real on the emotions behind loss, infertility, and hope.

Overcoming Low Self-esteem Part 2

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2019 36:42


In this episode Denise and Lauren continue discussing self-esteem and strategies to help overcome low self-esteem.  

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