Living Free in Truth

About Living Free in Truth

Living Free in Truth is a Christian podcast hosted by Connie Kao, helping believers sharpen their spiritual discernment and apply biblical truth to real cultural challenges. Each episode equips you to stand firm in faith and navigate life with clarity and conviction, all about Biblical truth in today's culture. Connie's passion is helping believers walk confidently in biblical truth, bridging culture and faith, and empowering them to be firmly anchored in the unchanging Word of God. Connie believes that truth sets people free, a conviction that drives all she does.

Publisher

Connie Kao

Category

religion & spirituality

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

29 Jun 2025

Latest episode

20 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

70 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   20 Oct 2026

   Is Traditional Chinese Medicine Biblical?

   Is Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) compatible with biblical Christianity? What about qi, yin and yang, reflexology, the Chinese zodiac, the Five Elements, and Eastern breathwork?Traditional Chinese Medicine includes a variety of practices and theories, and not everything associated with Chinese culture or wellness should automatically be labeled spiritual or occult. But some traditional TCM concepts are based on a worldview that understands health through ideas such as qi, energetic balance, yin and yang, and the Five Elements.In this episode, we take a closer look at:• What Traditional Chinese Medicine teaches about qi, yin and yang, and the Five Elements• Whether reflexology's claims about energetic connections between the feet and organs are supported• The difference between knowing your Chinese zodiac animal and practicing astrology or divination• When breathwork is simply physiological and when it becomes connected to spiritual energy or Eastern practices• Why Christians should distinguish between a physical practice and the worldview behind it• How to evaluate wellness practices through Scripture, evidence, and discernment• What it means to trust God rather than an unseen energy systemThis isn't about criticizing Chinese people or Chinese culture. Chinese culture is rich and diverse, and learning about it isn't inherently spiritual or wrong. The question is whether particular beliefs or practices conflict with biblical Christianity.As Christians, we're called to test what we believe rather than accepting something simply because it's presented as natural, healthy, or spiritual.“See to it that no one takes you captive by philosophy and empty deceit, according to human tradition...” — Colossians 2:8Ultimately, our hope isn't in cosmic balance, qi, zodiac signs, or hidden spiritual power. Our hope is in Jesus Christ.00:00 Is Traditional Chinese Medicine Biblical?01:17 What Is Traditional Chinese Medicine?03:32 Yin and Yang: What Does It Mean?07:05 Is Reflexology Biblical?11:15 The Chinese Zodiac and Astrology15:18 Is Breathwork Biblical?20:05 What If I Don't Believe in the Spiritual Part?23:05 Why the Worldview Behind a Practice Matters26:20 What Are the Five Elements?29:10 Does That Mean Every TCM Practice Is Useless?32:05 What Should Christians Do?35:00 A Better Kind of Balance38:05 Final Thoughts on TCM and Christianity#Christianity #TraditionalChineseMedicine #TCM #ChristianDiscernment #NewAge #BiblicalWorldview🤝Connect 🤝with Living Free in TruthFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/livingfreeintruthInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/livingfreeintruthTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@livingfreeintruth

2. 

   13 Oct 2026

   Is New Thought Hiding in the Church? How New Age Ideas Became Christianized

   What if New Age ideas could enter the church without looking like New Age?“Speak it into existence.”“Your thoughts create your reality.”“Declare your breakthrough.”“Believe it, visualize it, and receive it.”Some of these statements can sound biblical. They may even be accompanied by Scripture, faith, prayer, blessing, healing, and God's promises.But what happens when biblical language is used to communicate an entirely different worldview?In this episode of Living Free in Truth, we explore **New Thought**—a nineteenth-century American religious and philosophical movement that emphasized the power of thoughts, beliefs, positive thinking, affirmations, prosperity, and mental alignment.We'll look at how some of these ideas can become Christianized and why Christians need to distinguish between biblical faith and the belief that our thoughts, words, or faith can control our circumstances.We'll examine:• What is New Thought?• How New Thought differs from obvious New Age practices• The difference between biblical faith and faith as a force• When Scripture becomes a spiritual formula• “Speaking things into existence”• The belief that faith guarantees the outcome we want• The “happy lie” of creating your ideal life• “God wants you to be happy” theology• Positive thinking vs. biblical transformation• Manifestation in Christian language• “God told me…” and the importance of discernment• How to recognize New Thought ideas in the church• What Christians should do insteadThe goal isn't to become suspicious of everything or accuse Christians of being deceived.The goal is to know God's Word so well that we can recognize when something sounds Christian—but isn't actually biblical.You don't need manifestation.You need the Messiah.You don't need a formula.You need faith.You don't need to create your own reality.You need to live according to God's reality.**“You will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” — John 8:32**Stay rooted in Scripture, test everything, and keep pursuing truth.00:00 Is New Thought Hiding in the Church?01:15 What Is New Thought?03:15 The Biggest Question: Who Is in Control?05:00 When Scripture Becomes a Formula07:00 Does Faith Guarantee the Outcome?09:15 The “Happy Lie”11:00 Does God Want You to Be Happy?12:45 Positive Thinking vs. Biblical Transformation14:30 Manifestation in Christian Language16:15 “God Told Me…”18:00 How to Recognize New Thought in the Church20:30 What Should Christians Do Instead?22:15 The Deeper Danger of Christianized New Age Ideas24:00 We Don't Need Happy Lies. We Need TruthMore Resources:https://youtu.be/yVtJoUTQxnw?si=J-Zvn60TIzga0vpVhttps://youtu.be/33O6gJ50SFw?si=0Uz6F6uMyBE6z8NL🤝Connect 🤝with Living Free in TruthFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/livingfreeintruthInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/livingfreeintruthTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@livingfreeintruth

3. 

   6 Oct 2026

   Should Christians Be Freemasons? What the Bible Says About Masonry

   Should Christians be Freemasons? Is Freemasonry simply a charitable brotherhood or does it contain a religious and spiritual framework that conflicts with biblical Christianity?Freemasonry is often associated with brotherhood, charity, morality, patriotism, and community service. But beneath its respectable public image are rituals, oaths, symbolism, and a concept of God that raises important questions for Christians.In this episode of Living Free in Truth, we examine the history of Freemasonry, its beliefs about God, the role of the Bible within the lodge, Masonic rituals and oaths, universalism, symbolism, and the question of whether Christians can participate without compromising their allegiance to Christ.We'll also separate documented history from conspiracy theories. Biblical discernment doesn't require sensationalism—it requires truth.In this episode:• Where did modern Freemasonry come from?• Why do people join the Masons?• What does Freemasonry actually teach about God?• Why can people from different religions participate?• Why is the Bible used in Masonic lodges?• What do Masonic rituals and degrees represent?• What about Masonic oaths and penalties?• What do the square, compass, temple, and other symbols mean?• Does Freemasonry teach salvation?• What should Christians do if a family member is a Mason?• What if you're already a Christian Mason?• Can Christians find brotherhood and moral growth without Freemasonry?The question isn't whether every Mason is a bad person. It's whether the beliefs and practices of the organization are compatible with wholehearted allegiance to Jesus Christ.Jesus is not one option among many.He is Lord.00:00 Should Christians Be Freemasons?00:52 Where Did Freemasonry Come From?02:40 Why Do People Join the Masons?04:00 What Does Freemasonry Believe About God?06:15 “But the Bible Is Used in Freemasonry!”07:45 The Problem of Religious Universalism09:15 What About the Secret Rituals?11:00 Masonic Oaths & “Curses”12:35 What Do Masonic Symbols Mean?14:00 Does Freemasonry Teach Salvation?15:45 What If My Family Member Is a Mason?17:00 If You're a Christian Mason18:20 What Should Christians Do Instead?19:50 The Final Warning21:00 Is Freemasonry Compatible With Christianity?More Resources: https://youtu.be/IkR3iANDA78?si=QMJ8sB72RMRCKrvxhttps://youtu.be/H7xriwQ3-_w?si=cnK9dH58LmkJRc52📖 **Scriptures referenced:** John 14:6, Acts 4:12, Matthew 5:34, James 5:12, 2 Corinthians 6:14, and more.**Recommended resources:**Former 33rd Degree Mason Reveals the Darkest Secrets of Freemasonry — William SchnoebelenThe Dark Side of the Freemasons: 600 Years of ConspiracyThe goal isn't fear. It's discernment.Don't simply ask, “Is this popular?”Ask: **“Is this true?”**Because living free in truth means testing everything against the Word of God.🤝Connect 🤝with Living Free in TruthFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/livingfreeintruthInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/livingfreeintruthTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@livingfreeintruth

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