Jailbird (Part 1)

Send us Fan MailOn today's episode we have a very special guest, the Reverend Father Francis Chitambo! And we are talking about spiritual warfare. With this being the season finale, it felt only right to bring on a man of God and touch on something so integral to our walk with Jesus.Spiritual warfare is very much a part of every Christian's life and this episode answers some of the pressing questions you may have on the topic. From generational curses to putting on the full armour of God, Father Francis lets us know what's what. I pray this episode enlightens you and gives you a greater understanding on spiritual warfare and of course, helps you bloom wherever you are.Thanks for tuning in! We hope this episode blessed you. Follow us on Instagram, TikTok & YouTube for some awesome Jesus content!https://instagram.com/bloomingwchloe?igshid=M2RkZGJiMzhjOQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qrhttps://www.tiktok.com/@blooming_podcast?_t=8hPQ6QB1RB8&_r=1https://youtube.com/@BloomingWithChloe?si=_C6pppH9api5aw7i

Send us Fan MailPornography has become one of the most widely indulged forms of "entertainment", generating about $97 billion annually. Porn and masturbation go hand in hand like bread and butter. While it may seem like an innocent pastime, this particular form of bondage is detrimental to the spiritual growth and walk of a Christian. On this episode of the podcast (with our guest Brother Beni) we take a deep dive into addiction to porn and masturbation. While it may seem harmless enough, we should be aware that there are serious spiritual consequences to engaging in any form of sexual immorality. Other than that the mental, psychological and physical side effects are damaging.Have you found yourself with a porn habit? Do you find it difficult to refrain from watching porn and masturbating? Have you ever spent hours a day on pornographic websites? Or do you perhaps prefer to read your porn or sext instead? If you have answered yes to any of these questions then this episode is for you.I pray this candid conversation helps you get one step closer to being free from the bonds of porn and masturbation and to bloom where you are planted.Thanks for tuning in! We hope this episode blessed you. Follow us on Instagram, TikTok & YouTube for some awesome Jesus content!https://instagram.com/bloomingwchloe?igshid=M2RkZGJiMzhjOQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qrhttps://www.tiktok.com/@blooming_podcast?_t=8hPQ6QB1RB8&_r=1https://youtube.com/@BloomingWithChloe?si=_C6pppH9api5aw7i

Send us Fan MailThe Parable of the Prodigal son perfectly highlights the reality of what it means to backslide as a Christian. It also shows the perfect love of our Father and how He forgives us and holds nothing against us.From the son who blatantly left the house of his father, to the son who stayed home and grew a resentful heart, we can all (at some point in our lives) identify with either son.Let's dive deep into our first Bible study and open our hearts to receiving the Word of God.I pray this podcast episode helps you introspect, audit your heart and helps you bloom whichever version of the prodigal son you may or may not be. Thanks for tuning in! We hope this episode blessed you. Follow us on Instagram, TikTok & YouTube for some awesome Jesus content!https://instagram.com/bloomingwchloe?igshid=M2RkZGJiMzhjOQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qrhttps://www.tiktok.com/@blooming_podcast?_t=8hPQ6QB1RB8&_r=1https://youtube.com/@BloomingWithChloe?si=_C6pppH9api5aw7i

Send us Fan MailAfter being falsely accused of murder, Panji spent a year in Mukobeko prison in Kabwe. Panji finishes off his powerful testimony in this episode. He shares about finding Jesus in prison, prison life, going through divorce in prison, fellow inmates and life after prison.This testimony communicates how intentional God is and that He can indeed be trusted.I am confident this episode will bless you and help you bloom in Christ wherever you are in your journey.Thanks for tuning in! We hope this episode blessed you. Follow us on Instagram, TikTok & YouTube for some awesome Jesus content!https://instagram.com/bloomingwchloe?igshid=M2RkZGJiMzhjOQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qrhttps://www.tiktok.com/@blooming_podcast?_t=8hPQ6QB1RB8&_r=1https://youtube.com/@BloomingWithChloe?si=_C6pppH9api5aw7i

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Panji shares his incredible testimony with us. He was falsely accused of murder and incarcerated at Mukubeko Maximum Security Prison. As someone who grew up with a silver spoon in his mouth, the prison conditions were harsh and unfamiliar.Whilst in prison, Panji found Jesus and his story, with all its twists and turns, is truly a testimony to how intentional God is and how He only has good plans for us, we need only trust Him and trust His process.I pray this episode blesses you and helps you bloom in Christ wherever you are planted.Thanks for tuning in! We hope this episode blessed you. Follow us on Instagram, TikTok & YouTube for some awesome Jesus content!https://instagram.com/bloomingwchloe?igshid=M2RkZGJiMzhjOQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qrhttps://www.tiktok.com/@blooming_podcast?_t=8hPQ6QB1RB8&_r=1https://youtube.com/@BloomingWithChloe?si=_C6pppH9api5aw7i

Send us Fan MailJoin me and our guest, Natasha, as we dive into her testimony that involves being a sugar baby and adultery.I am amazed by the grace that is evident in her life and it is incredible how the Lord has transformed her and her life. God really is the King of taking what the enemy meant for evil and turning it for good. And it's not only that, His grace once you repent is amazing.  You are never too far gone for God. There is no mess too big for Him to fix. He is love. And He loves us regardless of our sin. 2 Corinthians 5:17.I pray this episode blesses you and helps you bloom in Christ wherever you are in your journey. Thanks for tuning in! We hope this episode blessed you. Follow us on Instagram, TikTok & YouTube for some awesome Jesus content!https://instagram.com/bloomingwchloe?igshid=M2RkZGJiMzhjOQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qrhttps://www.tiktok.com/@blooming_podcast?_t=8hPQ6QB1RB8&_r=1https://youtube.com/@BloomingWithChloe?si=_C6pppH9api5aw7i

Send us Fan MailI remember fasting with more than a little hesitation for the first time. I suffered from gastritis and was convinced the fast would eat my stomach from the inside out. Unbeknownst to me, that fast would be the beginning of a fervent life of fasting AND having my gastritis healed by the Lord. In Matthew 6:16-18 Jesus said "when you fast" not "if you fast", so we definitely know every Christian is expected to fast. It is an integral Christian discipline that enables us to become well rounded in our faith. In this episode you will  learn about the different kinds of fasts, how to fast, why you should fast, the dos and don'ts of fasting and dive into the perfect example we have for fasting, Jesus!May this episode bless you and help you to bloom in Christ wherever you are along your fasting journey.  Thanks for tuning in! We hope this episode blessed you. Follow us on Instagram, TikTok & YouTube for some awesome Jesus content!https://instagram.com/bloomingwchloe?igshid=M2RkZGJiMzhjOQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qrhttps://www.tiktok.com/@blooming_podcast?_t=8hPQ6QB1RB8&_r=1https://youtube.com/@BloomingWithChloe?si=_C6pppH9api5aw7i

Send us Fan MailTehillah shares her experience from an abusive relationship she was in and how the Lord revived her and is healing her from it.   1 Corinthians 13:4-8 reads Love is patient and kind; love does not envy or boast; it is not arrogant or rude. It does not insist on its own way; it is not irritable or resentful; it does not rejoice at wrongdoing, but rejoices with the truth. Love never fails.  This verse is the perfect standard to determine whether we are loving others or being loved as God intended.   If you are currently in an abusive situation or know of someone who is, please contact Life Line on 933. They are available 24/7.  We hope Tehillah's testimony blesses you and inspires you to trust that the Lord can help you bloom no matter the situation you are in.Thanks for tuning in! We hope this episode blessed you. Follow us on Instagram, TikTok & YouTube for some awesome Jesus content!https://instagram.com/bloomingwchloe?igshid=M2RkZGJiMzhjOQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qrhttps://www.tiktok.com/@blooming_podcast?_t=8hPQ6QB1RB8&_r=1https://youtube.com/@BloomingWithChloe?si=_C6pppH9api5aw7i

Send us Fan MailThis is our first episode with a guest, MWANSA!!! Yaaay. And it is also our first episode that is a little heavy, so please be aware that viewer discretion is advised. Sexual Immorality is the only sin we are encouraged to flee from as it is a sin against our own bodies (1 Cor 16:18). Our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit (1 Cor 16:19-20) and hopefully this conversation with Mwansa can help you realise that. We live in a society that sales sex and glamourises bondage. Therefore, as children of the Most High God, we need to ensure we are not of this world even though we are in it. Even in our more conservative African societies certain forms of sexual immorality are being promoted, while others are being condemned more harshly than others. It is up to us to lead lives pleasing to the Lord and not give into global peer pressure or succumb to a holier than though mentality because we sin differently from others.Overcoming sexual immorality seems impossible and it definitely is challenging to do so, but all things are possible through Christ Jesus (Mark 10:27). We pray this conversation blesses you, educates you, demonstrates the transformative power of Jesus to you and encourages you to bloom wherever you are planted.Please share this podcast with someone you think it will bless! God bless you!Thanks for tuning in! We hope this episode blessed you. Follow us on Instagram, TikTok & YouTube for some awesome Jesus content!https://instagram.com/bloomingwchloe?igshid=M2RkZGJiMzhjOQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qrhttps://www.tiktok.com/@blooming_podcast?_t=8hPQ6QB1RB8&_r=1https://youtube.com/@BloomingWithChloe?si=_C6pppH9api5aw7i

Send us Fan MailWhat better place to start than with entertainment? My life completely changed when I switched up what I was allowing into my ear and eye gates. I found it easier to hear from God, get rid of certain stumbling blocks and the resulting peace definitely surpassed all human understanding. I used to believe that Christian entertainment was boring, but I now know that that had more to do with me being spiritually blind than anything else, because HOW can anything that glorifies the Lord be boring? I pray this episode challenges you to do some introspection and really reflect on how what you listen to, watch or read affects not only your spiritual growth, but your mental, physical and emotional wellbeing too. Remember to bloom wherever you are planted!Thanks for tuning in! We hope this episode blessed you. Follow us on Instagram, TikTok & YouTube for some awesome Jesus content!https://instagram.com/bloomingwchloe?igshid=M2RkZGJiMzhjOQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qrhttps://www.tiktok.com/@blooming_podcast?_t=8hPQ6QB1RB8&_r=1https://youtube.com/@BloomingWithChloe?si=_C6pppH9api5aw7i