The Father’s Life

Living Kingdom Life Beyond Church Walls and in the Marketplace with Pastor Bold Kere - Video

In this episode of The Father’s Life, Michael sits down with Pastor Bold Kere of Le Chemin Apostolic Center in Gatineau, Quebec. Together, they explore what it truly means to live as sons and daughters of the Father—not just in church, but in every area of life.
From heartfelt stories about family, identity, and generational legacy to deep insights on carrying God’s presence into the marketplace, this conversation challenges the divide between “sacred” and “secular.” Bold shares his journey from Burkina Faso to Canada, the prophetic meaning behind his children’s names, and how believers can walk in both wisdom and boldness in everyday life.
This episode is a call to embrace your identity, live with compassion in action, and step fully into your role as a kingdom ambassador—bringing light, reconciliation, and transformation wherever you go.
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Living Kingdom Life Beyond Church Walls and in the Marketplace with Pastor Bold Kere

In this episode of The Father’s Life, Michael sits down with Pastor Bold Kere of Le Chemin Apostolic Center in Gatineau, Quebec. Together, they explore what it truly means to live as sons and daughters of the Father—not just in church, but in every area of life.
From heartfelt stories about family, identity, and generational legacy to deep insights on carrying God’s presence into the marketplace, this conversation challenges the divide between “sacred” and “secular.” Bold shares his journey from Burkina Faso to Canada, the prophetic meaning behind his children’s names, and how believers can walk in both wisdom and boldness in everyday life.
This episode is a call to embrace your identity, live with compassion in action, and step fully into your role as a kingdom ambassador—bringing light, reconciliation, and transformation wherever you go.
Learn more at: www.cfyc.org.
If you liked this episode, please like and subscribe to our podcast and share with a friend.
00:12 Welcome to The Father’s Life – This episode introduces the heart of the podcast and a relational conversation about living fully with the Father in every area of life.
01:55 Identity Begins at Home: Family & Destiny – Bold shares how naming his children reflects intentional identity, purpose, and God’s design for destiny within the family.
02:41 From Nations to Calling: A Journey with God – Bold’s journey from Burkina Faso to Canada reveals how God uses nations and transitions to shape calling and purpose.
09:19 The Kingdom Beyond the Church Walls – God’s calling extends beyond church into the marketplace, where everyday life becomes a platform for the gospel.
13:04 Boldness, Wisdom, and Compassion in Action – True kingdom boldness is expressed through a balance of courage, wisdom, and compassion in real-life interactions.
19:09 Living as Sacred Ground – Believers are invited to recognize their identity as carriers of God’s presence and live as sacred ground wherever they go.
27:01 One Family, Many Cultures: The Kingdom Mandate – The kingdom of God unites generations and cultures into one family with a shared mission to reconcile and reach the nations.

Breaking Isolation in a Self-Reliant Culture: Mary Luong's Path to True Belonging in Christ - Video

Mary Luong, 31, worship and prayer leader at Living God Church in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, serves under her father, Pastor Daniel, who envisions national spiritual restoration. Raised firstborn of four in a small Christian family amid communist Vietnam and a culture demanding self-reliance and emotional stoicism, she initially rejected her parents’ sacrificial ministry, instead pursuing financial security as a successful coffee shop manager. The COVID-19 pandemic changed her: lockdowns fostered prayer, her father’s near-death from the virus triggered fear, and God called her to fully surrender and serve like her parents. She later battled an “orphan spirit” of isolation, performance-driven striving, and hidden vulnerability. Breakthrough came through God’s unconditional love and experiencing true family in Christ—especially at a Singapore gathering where she felt welcomed, known, and prayed over. Now a passionate Gen Z leader, she ministers worship and prayer, addresses her generation’s loneliness and orphan mindsets, and proclaims freedom through resting in God’s love rather than earning it.
 
Learn more at: www.cfyc.org.
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Breaking Isolation in a Self-Reliant Culture: Mary Luong's Path to True Belonging in Christ

Mary Luong, 31, worship and prayer leader at Living God Church in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, serves under her father, Pastor Daniel, who envisions national spiritual restoration. Raised firstborn of four in a small Christian family amid communist Vietnam and a culture demanding self-reliance and emotional stoicism, she initially rejected her parents’ sacrificial ministry, instead pursuing financial security as a successful coffee shop manager. The COVID-19 pandemic changed her: lockdowns fostered prayer, her father’s near-death from the virus triggered fear, and God called her to fully surrender and serve like her parents. She later battled an “orphan spirit” of isolation, performance-driven striving, and hidden vulnerability. Breakthrough came through God’s unconditional love and experiencing true family in Christ—especially at a Singapore gathering where she felt welcomed, known, and prayed over. Now a passionate Gen Z leader, she ministers worship and prayer, addresses her generation’s loneliness and orphan mindsets, and proclaims freedom through resting in God’s love rather than earning it.
Learn more at: www.cfyc.org.
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Breaking the Silence: Abortion, Adoption, and the Church's Role in Healing with Dr. Lay Ping

Dr. Lay Ping, also affectionately known as Lay Ping or Pinky, is a trained medical doctor and accomplished entrepreneur based in Hong Kong. She is the co-author of Whispers from the Womb, a book born from her master's thesis on the church's role in addressing abortion and the sanctity of life. As a mother of four and grandmother of seven, Dr. Ping has a profound passion for God's masterpieces in creation, particularly advocating for the protection and nurturing of the weak and vulnerable. Her work emphasizes awakening others to the divine potential in every life, blending her medical expertise with compassionate faith-based insights. She facilitates abortion recovery Bible studies, creating safe spaces for healing, and lives in Hong Kong with her family.
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From Hidden Wounds to Abba’s Embrace: A Journey of Restoration with Gideon Cheang - Video

In this powerful episode of The Father’s Life podcast, Michael Pierce interviews Gideon Cheang from Macau in his first English-language conversation as Gideon shares his journey from coming to Christ at age 17 and serving in full-time ministry to confronting the hidden wound of same-sex attraction rooted in the loss of his father at age seven. Through spiritual fathering, counseling, and a profound moment of healing at his father’s grave—where he finally voiced, “Papa, I miss you”—Gideon discovered that his deepest longing was for a father’s love, ultimately finding freedom as he turned that longing toward Abba Father. Now married to his wife Yemi and co-leading Abba Family, Gideon ministers to others with similar struggles, offering hope, belonging, and restoration through the Father’s love and the courage to bring hidden pain into the light.
Learn more at: www.cfyc.org.
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From Hidden Wounds to Abba’s Embrace: A Journey of Restoration with Gideon Cheang

In this powerful episode of The Father’s Life podcast, Michael Pierce interviews Gideon Cheang from Macau in his first English-language conversation as Gideon shares his journey from coming to Christ at age 17 and serving in full-time ministry to confronting the hidden wound of same-sex attraction rooted in the loss of his father at age seven. Through spiritual fathering, counseling, and a profound moment of healing at his father’s grave—where he finally voiced, “Papa, I miss you”—Gideon discovered that his deepest longing was for a father’s love, ultimately finding freedom as he turned that longing toward Abba Father. Now married to his wife Yemi and co-leading Abba Family, Gideon ministers to others with similar struggles, offering hope, belonging, and restoration through the Father’s love and the courage to bring hidden pain into the light.
Learn more at: www.cfyc.org.
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Iran's Hidden Massacre & The Rising Church: Hooman Khalili's Story - Video

Hooman Khalili is an Iranian-American artist, activist, filmmaker, and former radio personality from the San Francisco Bay Area. In recent years, he has undergone a dramatic pivot to human rights advocacy, becoming the only artist in the world, officially invited by the State of Israel to create murals supporting the women of Iran and their fight for freedom under the "Woman Life Freedom" movement. In 21 months, he completed 18 murals in Israel with more including Rice University in the USA. Each mural features portraits of women killed by the Iranian regime, paired with Bible verses highlighting the historic and biblical friendship between Persians (Iranians) and Jews. Raised in America, but maintaining strong ties to his Persian roots, Hooman uses his platform to amplify unreported truths about Iran's unrest, the underground church, and the potential for revival, drawing on his heritage and faith.
The topic of today’s conversation may include thoughts that you do not agree with. In spite of potential differences or viewpoints, please pray for the Iranian people to experience freedom from tyranny and the message of the Gospel to go forth in these difficult and trouble filled times.Learn more at: www.cfyc.org. If you liked this episode, please like and subscribe to our podcast and share with a friend. Timestamps 00:54 — Hooman’s quick bio: from 1990s electronics sales to 21 years in Bay Area radio, now Israel-commissioned artist with 18 Woman, Life, Freedom murals in 21 months. 03:25 — Unreported news: Iran’s unrest, U.S. support signals (Trump, Graham), regime’s armed control over unarmed civilians. 05:17 — Massive violence scale: 15,000–60,000 killed in just 3 days (happened “last week”). 06:52 — Dirty secret: Regime imports Arab mercenaries (Iraq, Syria, Lebanon, Yemen) to kill Persians since locals hesitate. 08:01 — Unprecedented: 30–300 mosques burned down recently, first in possibly 1,000 years, showing rejection of regime extremism. 09:56 — History: Persia last to fall to Islam (~1200–1300 AD), long more secular; 1979 revolution imposed strict rule via Ayatollah. 17:34 — Spiritual angle: Fastest-growing underground church (2–10M believers, women-led), Prince of Persia demon, Isaiah 19 / Jeremiah 49 prophecies, potential huge revival if regime falls.

Iran's Hidden Massacre & The Rising Church: Hooman Khalili's Story

Hooman Khalili is an Iranian-American artist, activist, filmmaker, and former radio personality from the San Francisco Bay Area. In recent years, he has undergone a dramatic pivot to human rights advocacy, becoming the only artist in the world, officially invited by the State of Israel to create murals supporting the women of Iran and their fight for freedom under the "Woman Life Freedom" movement. In 21 months, he completed 18 murals in Israel with more including Rice University in the USA. Each mural features portraits of women killed by the Iranian regime, paired with Bible verses highlighting the historic and biblical friendship between Persians (Iranians) and Jews. Raised in America, but maintaining strong ties to his Persian roots, Hooman uses his platform to amplify unreported truths about Iran's unrest, the underground church, and the potential for revival, drawing on his heritage and faith. The topic of this conversation may include thoughts that you do not agree with. In spite of potential differences or viewpoints, please pray for the Iranian people to experience freedom from tyranny and the message of the Gospel to go forth in these difficult and trouble filled times. Learn more at: www.cfyc.org.If you liked this episode, please like and subscribe to our podcast and share with a friend. 
00:54 — Hooman’s quick bio: from 1990s electronics sales to 21 years in Bay Area radio, now Israel-commissioned artist with 18 Woman, Life, Freedom murals in 21 months.
03:25 — Unreported news: Iran’s unrest, U.S. support signals (Trump, Graham), regime’s armed control over unarmed civilians.
05:17 — Massive violence scale: 15,000–60,000 killed in just 3 days (happened “last week”).
06:52 — Dirty secret: Regime imports Arab mercenaries (Iraq, Syria, Lebanon, Yemen) to kill Persians since locals hesitate.
08:01 — Unprecedented: 30–300 mosques burned down recently, first in possibly 1,000 years, showing rejection of regime extremism.
09:56 — History: Persia last to fall to Islam (~1200–1300 AD), long more secular; 1979 revolution imposed strict rule via Ayatollah.
17:34 — Spiritual angle: Fastest-growing underground church (2–10M believers, women-led), Prince of Persia demon, Isaiah 19 / Jeremiah 49 prophecies, potential huge revival if regime falls.

Redeemed by the Father: Overcoming Family Tragedy and Discovering Kingdom Covenant with Bryan & Tes - Video

In this heartfelt episode of The Father's Life, Bryan and Teresa Elliott share their powerful testimonies of profound loss, divine redemption, and unexpected new beginnings. From Teresa's journey of church planting in Canada and losing her first husband to cancer, to Bryan's decades of family tragedy, rebellion, failed marriages, and the heartbreaking murder of his daughter, both walked through unimaginable pain. Now united in a beautiful "Kingdom Covenant" marriage, this blended family of six children is experiencing God's radical restoration—prioritizing oneness, intimacy, vulnerability, and family rhythm amid moves, renovations, and healing. With raw honesty and hope-filled insight, Bryan and Teresa reveal how the Father's goodness transforms brokenness into deeper union, offering encouragement for anyone feeling stuck in pain or despair. Learn more at: www.cfyc.org. If you liked this episode, please like and subscribe to our podcast and share with a friend.00:09 – Episode intro: Michael and Ann Pierce welcome Bryan and Teresa Elliott from New Brunswick; light chat about weather, holidays, and family meals.
02:54 – Teresa’s journey: Moved from Africa to Canada to plant a church; late husband Peter’s cancer and death in 2021; chose to stay in Calgary as home.
04:51 – Bryan’s journey: Shares family tragedy, breakdown, rebellion, failed marriages, and daughters’ sexual abuse/addiction struggles; surrendered to God in 2016.
09:02 – Newlywed life: Married in May, cross-country moves, blended family of six kids, major house renovation, and intentional focus on marriage, oneness, and family rhythms.
13:09 – Early marriage insights: Teresa sees each other as God’s good gifts; Bryan emphasizes deeper vulnerability, inner healing, and viewing obstacles as chances for greater intimacy.
19:19 – God’s goodness in pain: Both share shifting focus to Jesus’ kindness and gratitude; how desperation draws Him near; encouragement for those facing pain and disconnection in marriage/family.
33:32 – Defining “Kingdom Covenant”: No prenup, permanent oneness, no exit clauses, full investment in intimacy, and glorifying God through redemption in their blended family.