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In this episode of The Redeemed Podcast, host Lauren Burns sits down with Sondra Ajasin, founder of True Light 127 Ministries. Sandra opens up about growing up in a broken home, spending seasons without a present mother, and the impact of frequent moves that left her feeling unstable and unsure of whom to trust. She describes early-life emotional and physical hardship, the walls that formed around her heart, and how, in 2000, she encountered Jesus, discovered her true identity, and began a long journey of healing through worship, community, and mentorship.
Today, through True Light 127 Ministries, Sandra and her team license and support foster families and help children find safe, loving homes. She also previews the Chosen Brave Girls Conference, created to equip and encourage young women before they face hard choices. This conversation highlights a powerful story of redemption, identity, and advocacy—and practical ways churches and families can come alongside kids in crisis.
Content note: This episode includes sensitive personal experiences.
Key Takeaways
- How instability (absent parent, multiple moves) shapes trust—and how Christ can rebuild it
- From hardship to identity in Christ: healing through worship, community, and mentors
- Practical steps for foster/adoptive families and how local churches can support them
- Building True Light 127: licensing, placement, and long-term family support
- Why early encouragement matters: Chosen Brave Girls Conference
- Hope for anyone with a difficult past: God restores what was broken
Timestamps
00:00 Welcome to The Redeemed Podcast
00:29 Introducing Sondra Ajasin (True Light 127)
01:57 Growing up in a broken home; seasons without a present mother
03:48 Frequent moves, instability, and learning not to trust
07:11 Teen years: coping and searching for identity
10:21 Turning point: meeting Jesus (2000)
14:59 Early faith walk: growth, setbacks, and grace
20:11 Self-image, worship, and step-by-step healing
21:47 Discovering the Father’s love; finding safe community
23:14 Mentors who helped reframe her story
24:51 A life-changing encounter & embracing beauty and purpose
29:48 Founding True Light 127 Ministries
32:32 Chosen Brave Girls Conference overview
38:52 Encouragement & final prayer
Brave Girls Conference https://trulight127-bloom.kindful.com/e/chosen-brave-conference-girls-1
Contact Lauren:
Website laurenburns.net
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/laurenburnsredeemed/
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/laurenBredeemed/
Disount Descript https://get.descript.com/DescriptRedeemed
Contact Sondra:
Website https://www.trulight127.org/
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/trulight127
IG https://www.instagram.com/trulight127/
Disclaimer:
The purpose of the Redeemed Podcast is to share the love of Jesus. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed on behalf of guest do not necessarily represent the thoughts of the host. This podcast does not constitute services or medical advise. Pease pray and thoroughly research options for medical needs. Listeners and viewers consume this cont
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