In this deeply moving episode of The Father’s Life Podcast, Michael Pierce sits down with Rex Verzosa for an honest and powerful conversation about abandonment, identity, and discovering God as Father.

Both Michael and Rex share a rare and profound connection—they were each abandoned as children and then adopted. Through their stories, they unpack the emotional and spiritual layers of what it means to live with an “orphan heart,” even for those who grew up in loving families.

Rex recounts being found as a baby left outside a stranger’s home, and how that moment shaped his identity for decades. But everything began to change when, at age 45, he encountered God in a way that redefined his worth—not through rejection, but through divine adoption.

This episode explores the difference between miracles and healing, the slow unfolding of restoration, and the life-changing revelation that God held us first.

If you’ve ever wrestled with feeling unwanted, unseen, or not enough, this conversation will speak directly to your heart—and invite you into a deeper understanding of what it truly means to be a son or daughter.

Learn more at: www.cfyc.org.

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In this deeply moving episode of The Father’s Life Podcast, Michael Pierce sits down with Rex Verzosa for an honest and powerful conversation about abandonment, identity, and discovering God as Father.

Both Michael and Rex share a rare and profound connection—they were each abandoned as children and then adopted. Through their stories, they unpack the emotional and spiritual layers of what it means to live with an “orphan heart,” even for those who grew up in loving families.

Rex recounts being found as a baby left outside a stranger’s home, and how that moment shaped his identity for decades. But everything began to change when, at age 45, he encountered God in a way that redefined his worth—not through rejection, but through divine adoption.

This episode explores the difference between miracles and healing, the slow unfolding of restoration, and the life-changing revelation that God held us first.

If you’ve ever wrestled with feeling unwanted, unseen, or not enough, this conversation will speak directly to your heart—and invite you into a deeper understanding of what it truly means to be a son or daughter.

Learn more at: www.cfyc.org.

If you liked this episode, please like and subscribe to our podcast and share with a friend.

Anni Joy is a German-based singer-songwriter and storyteller whose life has been shaped by faith, culture, and creativity across nations. With over 15 years of writing music rooted in real-life experiences, her songs emerge as raw, honest “psalms” that process grief, love, identity, and the human journey with God.

After a spontaneous cover of an Iranian song—recorded as a prayer for a nation in crisis—went viral and was featured on major news platforms, Anni found herself navigating the tension between hidden faithfulness and unexpected global visibility. Passionate about authenticity, she carries a heart to see artists live freely and boldly, expressing the kingdom of God through every sphere of life, not just within traditional Christian spaces.

Learn more at: www.cfyc.org.

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Timestamps

00:03 - Michael Pierce introduces Anni Joy and shares about how she grew up.

01:17 - Anni Joy explains how she started writing songs as a way to process life (her “psalm writing”).

02:53 - Discussion about the Psalms and writing from the heart vs. performing publicly.

04:24 - Anni Joy talks about her love for live theater/performance and the value of authenticity.

06:50 - Anni Joy shares the story of her viral Iranian song cover — how it happened and her feelings about it going viral.

11:47 - She describes the moment she recorded the song as a prayer for the Iranian people during the protests.

22:21 - Deep conversation about the Gospel of the Kingdom vs. just the Gospel of Salvation, and bringing God’s presence into all spheres of life (music, art, everyday moments).

Anni Joy is a German-based singer-songwriter and storyteller whose life has been shaped by faith, culture, and creativity across nations. With over 15 years of writing music rooted in real-life experiences, her songs emerge as raw, honest “psalms” that process grief, love, identity, and the human journey with God.

After a spontaneous cover of an Iranian song—recorded as a prayer for a nation in crisis—went viral and was featured on major news platforms, Anni found herself navigating the tension between hidden faithfulness and unexpected global visibility. Passionate about authenticity, she carries a heart to see artists live freely and boldly, expressing the kingdom of God through every sphere of life, not just within traditional Christian spaces.

Learn more at: www.cfyc.org.

If you liked this episode, please like and subscribe to our podcast and share with a friend.

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.

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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.

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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.

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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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.

If you liked this episode, please like and subscribe to our podcast and share with a friend.