Be Light Podcast

In this conversation, we explore the profound themes of joy and suffering, emphasizing the difference between happiness and biblical joy! We will discuss  personal experiences of suffering, the importance of trusting God, and the value of waiting.  Our conversation will highlight how suffering can lead to growth in faith and character and the necessity of transparency in relationships to foster co...

Today, I’m joined by Montana Fouts, softball pitcher for the United States women's national softball team, a four-time All-American pitcher at the University of Alabama, she was named NFCA National Pitcher of the Year, Softball America Pitcher of the Year, amongst many other awards and accomplishments.  She is also known for pitching a perfect game against UCLA in the 2021 Women's Colleg...

Today we are so excited to have THREE time Olympic GOLD medalist Leah Amico on our podcast.  She is the author of various amazing books including, THE GOLD STANDARD: 14 Ways to Live a Life of Excellence , Softball, Glory & God's Story devotional, and Victorious: A Year-Long Devotional .  Join us today as we jump into these topics: -Leah's journey through little league, her time at Un...

Today we have special guest Andrew Pudewa on our podcast!  Andrew is the founder and director of the popular Institute for Excellence in Writing curriculum that is used worldwide.  On today's podcast he is going to share his lessons learned from thirty years of teaching, giving fresh insight to not just homeschooling, but schooling and parenting as well.   This is part TWO  of a two part epis...

Today we have special guest Andrew Pudewa on our podcast!  Andrew is the founder and director of the popular Institute for Excellence in Writing curriculum that is used worldwide.  On today's podcast he is going to share his lessons learned from thirty years of teaching, giving fresh insight to not just homeschooling, but schooling and parenting as well.   This is part one of a two part episo...

Today on the podcast we will be chatting about the differences between happiness and joy.  What is joy and how can we have it when life feels so crazy at times?  We will share practical ways to find joy along with the roadblocks that sometimes hinder us.  Be sure to follow us on Instagram @be.light.today for encouragement, scripture, and to chat with us!  We would love to hear from you. We hope yo...

Today we are so excited to have author Greta Eskridge back on our podcast.  She is the author of two amazing books, 100 Days of Adventure: Nature Activities, Creative Projects, and Field Trips for Every Season and Adventuring Together: How to Create Connections and Make Lasting Memories with Your Kids . Join us today, in Part One of our interview, as we jump into these topics: -Greta's journe...

Today we are chatting about the movie Jesus Revolution, digging deeper into the lives of those portrayed in it, and discussing how this movement in history helped shaped the church today. Lynne actually lived in California during this time and accepted Christ as well so we will be discussing her perspective being that she lived it! Be sure to follow us on Instagram @be.light.today for encouragemen...

What drives the feeling of unrest within us?  We don't feel settled and we are continually seeking things in this world to fill a void that only Jesus can fill. In today's episode we are jumping into the topic of how to find mental and emotional rest in our daily lives.  We will be discussing the things that often cause unrest within us and where we can find true rest that lasts.   Thank...

Today we will be discussing body image.  Anyone else have moments of struggling with how you look, wanting to be different, and just not satisfied overall with where you are physically?  We have all been there!  Today we are going to discuss how God sees us and who He says we are in Him.  The world tells us one thing, but God tells us a different story. Join us today as we jump into these topics:...

Today we are continuing our "Biggest Struggles for Mom" series where we will be discussing the challenges we encounter when it comes to listening to our kids.  We LOVE our kids.  They are our world!  So why is it so hard to listen (I mean truly listen!) to them at times?  Do you feel guilt that you don't listen enough?  You're not alone!  Join us today as we jump into these top...

Today we are excited to be kicking off our "Biggest Struggles for Mom" series!  In this episode we will be discussing one of the struggles most moms listed as one of their greatest, making their spouse a priority.  Topics we will jump into: -Why is it so hard to make your spouse a priority? -What are some practical ways that we can shift our priorities? -What does the Bible say about our...

“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace.  In this world you will have trouble.  But take heart! I have overcome the world.”  -John 16:33- It is easy to feel a bit frazzled and even completely down and out in this world.  It can be challenging.  Often, when it gets tough, we find ourselves feeling out of step with God too and outside of His presence.  Today we are discussing...

“Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” -1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Today we are digging in and discussing what thankfulness and gratitude can look like and God’s calling on our lives when it comes to these things.  So, what holds us back from being more grateful or more thankful and how would it transform our lives if we prac...

Can you believe we are already into 2022?  Many of you may be writing down or in the midst of carrying out your New Year's resolutions.  Today we are kicking off a new season as we  chat about the origins of New Year's resolutions, what many resolutions look like, why they often don't work, and how to filter your resolutions through the lens of God's will and not your own. We t...

Things are continually changing.  We watch the news, we tune into our social media feeds, and we talk to our friends.  Things are continually shifting.  We experience job loss, a move, a diagnosis, and here we are again.  Change, transition, and movement.  Often times, with change comes doubt, fear, and insecurity.  How should we react when we are faced with changes and how can we have peace in th...

I recently read the book Adventuring Together:  How to Create Connections and Make Lasting Memories with Your Kids and I was so incredibly inspired.  I felt encouraged and with every flip of the page I became more and more motivated to jump up and start creating new adventures with our girls.  I am so excited to have the author, Greta Eskridge, on our podcast today! Greta, a Native Californian and...

Today I am excited to share part 2 of our interview with S.D. Smith, author of the Green Ember series.  He is one of my family's favorite authors and we absolutely love this series.  S. D. Smith is the author ofThe Green Ember Series, a bestselling middle-grade adventure saga. The Green Emberhas reached hundreds of thousands of readers and spent time as the number one bestselling audiobook in...

Today I am so excited to have S.D. Smith, author of the Green Ember series, on our podcast for part 1 of our interview.  He is truly one of my family's most favorite authors and we love this series.  Join us today as we discuss where he came up with the idea and motivation behind this series that has captured the hearts and minds of young and old alike.  Be sure to check out part 2 to hear th...

It is so easy to get wrapped up in all of the chaos that is swarming around us.  We hear news reports about Covid-19, rioting, politics, killer hornets, and natural disasters and there are days when we just want to throw our hands up in the air in surrender.  I have heard many say, "I can't want until 2020 is just over" and I have been guilty of saying similar things.  However, whil...

Last week we discussed how to find strength while we are waiting.  This week are are diving in deeper, discussing what God could be doing while you are waiting.  We are taking a deeper look into the story of Jonah.  Many of you know the story of Jonah and it may be easy to skim through, but today we will challenge you to examine how God could have been working on Jonah while he was running and eve...

Right now, especially being in this time of COVID, we are in the midst of waiting.  We feel uncertainty and doubt.  We want to figure it all out and we start to feel unrest.  Today we will be discussing how to find strength when we are waiting. This week’s verse is Psalm 46:10 where it says, “Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.”  T...

Thank you for joining us today on the Be Light Podcast.  Be sure to follow us on Instagram and Facebook as we post scripture and encouragement along with fun homeschooling tips, photography, fitness and nutrition ideas, along with great books to read.  Really anything and everything that can help you feel a little lighter!   This week’s memory verse is:  "For our struggle is not against flesh...

On our last podcast we discussed what it means to renew your mind.  On today’s podcast we are discussing practical ways to actually do this.  You may hear people say, “we are called to renew our minds”, but how can we do that, especially when we are in a time that feels very uncertain?  Join us today as we share some ideas with you on how we can renew our minds on a daily basis.  “Do not conform t...