Would you love to be able to say YES to slowed-down life? Are you over the hurry and hustle? Maybe you are simply burned out. Maybe you are at the stage of life in which you've discovered the gift of sabbath and joy of stillness and don't want to live a life that doesn't value both. No matter where you find yourself today, this episode is for you. Join me as I unpack the journey I've been on over the last ten years of leading More to Be, resulting in my decision to say YES to a slowed-down life ...
Nov 01, 2021•53 min•Season 8Ep. 808
Are you having trouble keeping it together? Does it feel like you're being overwhelmed by daily life, never mind facing unexpected circumstances with any kind of grace and poise? Oh, sister, you're not alone. Life ain't easy. But that doesn't mean you have to live without hope. Nor do you have to face the daily and the unexpected from a place of overwhelm. There is more for you in Jesus. Join me for an honest and faith-inspiring conversation with bible study teacher and faith-in-the-trenches sis...
Oct 18, 2021•47 min•Season 8Ep. 807
If you stopped for a moment and reflected on the last 24 hours, would you be able to recognize the hand of God moving in your life? Could you see the lessons He has for you in the mundane and chaos? His provisions in the hardships and abundance? His extravagant race and radical mercy in the middle of a life you didn't plan but know deeply that it is divinely ordained? Maybe you can raise your hands in a hearty, "Absolutely!" knowing God is in the details of your life. Or maybe you find yourself ...
Oct 04, 2021•28 min•Season 8Ep. 806
What would your life look like if you were deeply rooted in your faith and equally established by the love of God? Maybe you've not thought about these two aspects as it pertains to your emotional and relational health before, presuming that simply having faith is enough? Or that knowing God can be enough, evening if you don't personally feel a manifestation of His love. On this episode of the More to Be Podcast, I am joined by Mazi Robison, a woman passionate about God's purposes and presence i...
Sep 27, 2021•57 min•Season 8Ep. 805
Do you remember where you were when you learned of the brutal terrorist attacks on 9/11? For Christina Ray Stanton, that day will forever be imprinted upon her heart and mind in a way that many of us could not even imagine. It is for that reason, I count it a privilege and honor to have Christina on the podcast during the 20th anniversary of 9/11. Living only six blocks from the Twin Towers, Christina and her husband Brian, as well as their dog, felt and saw the attack first hand. Not only did t...
Sep 11, 2021•50 min•Season 8Ep. 804
Can you believe that in September 2011, More to Be was launched with a vision to impact teenage girls by equipping their moms and mentors . . . Yep, teenage girls. So what happened to that vision to pivot into where we find ourselves today . . . helping women, just like you, experience wholehearted breakthrough and authentic life transformation? It really is a story of God's faithfulness in how He directed my steps even when I didn't know where He was taking me nor our community of More to Be si...
Aug 30, 2021•47 min•Season 8Ep. 803
What matters more than love? Have you thought about that question, especially in light of your relationships? Maybe you find yourself more concerned with being right, or not being wrong, than you are with how love is impacting your relationship with God, others, and even yourself? Yes, it is possible to be more passionate about truth and being the "good girl" than it is about receiving and giving love the way God has laid out for us in the Scriptures. Not sure what I mean about that? Then join m...
Aug 16, 2021•36 min•Season 8Ep. 802
Smiling through change and uncertainty is never easy. Wouldn't you agree? No matter what our age, the "what ifs" and the "how comes" never go away. It can be fear-inducing, emotionally overwhelming, and even crippling to face the unknown, especially when everything familiar seems to be falling apart. On the latest episode of the More to Be Podcast, I had the privilege of connecting with author Katy McCown about learning how to smile through fear. Now your story of growing through change and lear...
Aug 02, 2021•57 min•Season 8Ep. 801
Pruning. It is a remarkable task that leads to growth, yet it is so hard to do. Wouldn't you agree? Recently, the Lord reminded me of the pruning I went through 12 years ago when He led me to shut down my blog and ministry dreams right when they were taking off. I was sitting in the middle of my rose garden, tending to a dozen bushes. The Lord said, “Lis, you can have lots of bushes with hardly any blooms or a few bushes with lots of blooms.” I tearfully obeyed and I am so glad because the bloom...
Jul 12, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Season 8Ep. 800
How often do we make our plans only to have them suddenly come crumbling down. But what if our crashing plans is part of God's purposes to direct us onto the path He has for us? Certainly that is one perspective if we look at our life through the lens of Proverbs 16:9, which states that "We can make our plans, but the Lord determines our steps." Nothing could ring truer of this verse than Richard Stearns' life, which is truly a classic story of man's big plans being rerouted by God's bigger bles...
Jun 28, 2021•57 min•Season 7Ep. 712
Do you feel like God has called you to biblically mentor the next generation, yet you're not quite sure you are qualified, equipped, or worthy of the role? The good news is that God doesn't look at our past to determine our future impact, especially when it comes to mentoring. His call is always fresh. He invites us to live out the Word day-by-day, and from that overflow, impact the lives around us in an intentional way. Yes, biblical mentoring comes from the overflow of our relationship with Ch...
May 31, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Season 7Ep. 711
How many times have you asked God "why?" "Why me? Why now? Why this?" Whether you are 18, 88, or somewhere in between you've likely faced something that made you feel out of place, alone, and uncertain. What has been your response? Do you walk in faith or question God's plan? Maybe you experience both those emotions? As children of God, our lives have been perfectly orchestrated by our Creator. With every challenging "why," we can trust that His intended plan is not ruined. On this episode of th...
May 17, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Season 7Ep. 710
What if your hurry came to a screeching halt and you discovered in the process that the race to the never-ending, always-moving finish was actually doing you harm? Would you take that as a wake-up and choose to live life differently? Or would you grumble and complain, fighting against the pressure to be still and slow down? Well, for some of us, an abrupt change in the way we do life is simply hypothetical. For others, it has been a firsthand experience, where the unexpected diagnosis, unwanted ...
May 03, 2021•46 min•Season 7Ep. 709
What is the heart work, and hard work, God wants to accomplish in your life? Yes, heart work and hard work are often synonymous. Becoming more like Christ, and uncovering the life God intended for us to live, doesn't happen by doing the same thing over and over again. That would be the definition of insanity, right? Wholehearted breakthrough and authentic life transformation are accomplished place when we embrace a new way of thinking and living that aligns with God's best. On this episode of th...
Apr 26, 2021•51 min•Season 7Ep. 708
Have you ever gone through a "friendship breakup"? Maybe you're at a crossroads with a friend with no end in sight. Or maybe it is time to re-evaluate whether you are allowing safe people into your life. Whatever the situation may be, we all known that friendships can sometimes bring rocky territory and heartbreak. On this episode of the More to Be Podcast, I had the chance to talk with Hannah Brencher, about the beauty from ashes that God can bring out of broken relationships. We talked about "...
Apr 12, 2021•46 min•Season 7Ep. 707
Are you ready to experience the kind of breakthrough with God that leads to wholehearted healing and well-being? Wouldn't that be remarkable -- to be free of the habits and hang-ups that hold you back from aligning with His best? If you answered yes, like most of us, then it is time to discover what is standing in the way of experiencing the emotional and spiritual healing you crave. On this episode of the More to Be Podcast, I'm joined by Kalie Kelch as we embrace a deep journey into the first ...
Mar 29, 2021•52 min•Season 7Ep. 706
Home. That word can elicit a range of different emotions. For some, the idea of home brings about feelings of family traditions, loved ones, or the place they always want to come back to. For others, the thought of home simply hurts, with disappointments, heartbreaks, and unattainable expectations. There is something in all of us that longs for that sense of comfort and stability . . . that is the hope for home. I have uncovered that hope again, thanks to the inspiration of a long-known of, but ...
Mar 15, 2021•57 min•Season 7Ep. 705
If all your thoughts on any given day were recorded and transcribed, how would it read? More importantly, how would those thoughts line up with Scripture? Would you be able to flip open your Bible and say, "Yep, this is a truth!" or would you more likely struggle to find a biblical principle that supports that way of thinking? With as much time as I spend teaching the Word, it really is amazing how often I find my thoughts filled with shame messages shaping a twisted perspective about who I am i...
Mar 01, 2021•31 min•Season 7Ep. 704
Have you ever said, “If only I could go back and tell myself ______”? Or thought to yourself, “If only I had known!”? Well, you’re not alone, sister. Far too often we find ourselves wondering if things would be different today if we had made different choices twenty years ago. We see our children, grandchildren, nieces, and nephews growing up and wishing we could shake them into not making the same mistakes that we did. However, looking back on what feels like regrets can also be an outlet for p...
Feb 15, 2021•55 min•Season 7Ep. 703
If you hit pause to reflect on the state of your life right now, what is the first word that comes to mind that best describes how you feel? I can only imagine some of the words that might slip off your lips and out of your heart . . . overwhelmedanxioussadconfusedfrustrateddefeatedlonely If this is you, you're not alone. Between the state of the world amidst COVID and all the turmoil in politics, the culture, and the economy, it is no surprise. But sister, there is another way to live, even whe...
Feb 01, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Season 7Ep. 702
Do you feel like you are the only one whose life does not look perfect? Maybe all you can see is the wreck in your home and in your relationships. Maybe all you feel is distracted and exhausted. While 2020 was tough for everyone, it did not stop the barrage of social media highlights, comparison traps, and endless cycles of saying you'll stop scrolling social media and then being sucked right back in. So what does it look like to live beyond the highlight reel? It's gritty and tough. Yes, it is ...
Jan 18, 2021•46 min•Season 7Ep. 1
What is that one thing . . . that one hurt . . . that one disappointment . . .that one habit . . . that continues to rob your life of joy and holds you back from the life you know God wants you live? More importantly, what would it take to finally experience breakthrough in that area of your life? Are you hoping that God would simply sweep in and break the stronghold? Would you like Him to relieve you from the guilt or shame, anxiety or fear, like a fairy godmother waving her wand? Maybe you thi...
Jan 04, 2021•56 min•Season 7Ep. 700
When you are stressed, tired, or needing to just block out the world, what do you turn to? Is it social media? Food? People? The reality is that none of these will ever satisfy. We will be left wanting more, continuously coming back to find an inkling of joy and escape. Wendy Speake joined me again on the More to Be Podcast to talk about her latest book, The 40-Day Social Media Fast, and how important it is for our relationship with the Lord and the people in our lives, to fast from distractions...
Dec 14, 2020•46 min•Season 6Ep. 614
Do you feel bogged down, unable to break out of harmful thought patterns? Are you quick to believe lies instead of the truth? Are you longing for healing and transformation? If you answered yes, or know of someone who would answer yes to the questions above, then this podcast episode is for you. On this episode of the More to Be Podcast, I sat down (virtually of course) with author and speaker Stacee Carr to talk about who God says that we are and trusting the truth of His Word. We talk about ho...
Nov 30, 2020•44 min•Season 6Ep. 613
It is without a doubt that the 2020 holiday season is going to look different than most. The normal chaos that comes with planning meals, decorating houses, going to holiday gatherings, and buying Christmas gifts becomes all the more complicated in the middle of a global pandemic. How can you walk through this sacred season with grace? What are ways for you to build margin into your life so that you can enjoy time with your community and spend time in worship of the King of Kings? On this episod...
Nov 16, 2020•50 min•Season 6Ep. 612
Are you a planner, mapping everything out on your calendar with color-coded labels and all? Or are you more of a laid back, take it as it comes type of gal? Regardless of which camp you find yourself in, as the year comes to a close (and boy I am happy about that), I have started to think about how I want to intentionally plan for 2021! I am asking myself the question "Am I still pursuing God in my everyday life and if not, what changes do I need to make?" In this episode of the More to Be Podca...
Nov 02, 2020•26 min•Season 6Ep. 611
Are you at a crossroads in your relationships, your career, or your ministry? Does quitting feel like the best option, but you do not want to feel like you have failed? On this episode of the More to Be Podcast, I chat with some of the More to Be Coaches about times when quitting was the best option. From stories of divorce to leaving a life long career to stepping away from ministry, we covered it all, along with how the Lord continued to be faithful each step of the way. If you're in need of e...
Oct 12, 2020•51 min•Season 6Ep. 10
Are you feeling stuck in the season you are in? Do you have dreams and goals you'd like to pursue, but life just seems to get in the way? Maybe you're feeling unequipped for what the Lord has put in front of you? On this episode of the More to Be Podcast, I connected with one of my dear friends, Mari Hernandez-Tuten to discuss her latest bible study released this fall, Proverbs 31 in 5 Minutes a Day , and to talk about how our passions and callings can still fit into our lives regardless of the ...
Sep 21, 2020•49 min•Season 6Ep. 609
Are you a tired mom, feeling like you are running on empty? Does the comparison game of parenting styles or cute family pictures on Facebook eat at your core? Do you feel like you are just not the right mom for the job? This week on the More to Be Podcast, I chatted with Becky Keife, about her debut book, No Better Mom for the Job , and what she has learned through the sanctifying role of being a mother. If you are in need of some encouragement and food for the soul, then this latest episode is ...
Sep 07, 2020•46 min•Season 6Ep. 606
Comfortable is probably the last word that anyone would use to describe the year 2020. It has been unpredictable, heartbreaking, confusing, and all around uncomfortable. While we have learned how to navigate life with masks and social distancing, embracing the new and the uncomfortable is not something that many, myself included, have done easily. In the latest episode of the More to Be Podcast, I had the opportunity to connect with Dr. Deb Gorton, a clinical psychologist and and graduate school...
Aug 24, 2020•50 min•Season 6Ep. 603
