gentle and lowly co. with Addie Ott

A special conversation from the archive 💛 Some episodes continue to meet us right where we are, reminding us of truths we need to hear again and again. We hope this G&L Favorite encourages you, challenges you, and points you back to the goodness of God. We’re bringing this conversation back because the reminder around friendship and community feels especially timely right now. Whether you’re...

Every now and then, there are certain episodes that resonate deeply with us. These are the episodes we find ourselves returning to conversations that encourage us, challenge us, or feel particularly relevant to what’s happening around us. Welcome to our first G&L Favorite episode! Whether this is your first time listening to this episode or you’re tuning in again, we hope you find a fresh remi...

Join the podcast this week as Addison (Addie) Ott reflects on what it means to truly learn how to rest well. Through personal stories, practical rhythms, and conversations around Sabbath, Addie shares how slowing down can help us reconnect with God, pay attention to what matters most, and live with greater intentionality in a fast-paced world. Whether you’re entering a busy season, craving deeper...

Join the podcast this week as Addison (Addie) Ott reflects on what it looks like to steward friendship well through different seasons of life. From navigating change, comparison, and long-distance friendships to learning how to hold relationships with open hands, this conversation offers honest encouragement for anyone who has experienced both the beauty and challenges of friendship. Addie shares...

Join the podcast this week as Addison Ott, Olivia Gerber, Melanie Woodruff, and Lydia Moser reflect on what it means to follow Jesus in your 20s. From navigating purpose and calling to finding community and holding firm to faith amidst cultural pressures, this special 100th live episode celebrates the beauty of walking with God through seasons of growth and change. We hope this honest conversation...

Join the podcast this week as Addison Ott sits down with Morgan Krueger to talk about living a life made to magnify Jesus. Together, they explore the ways our culture and our own fears can tempt us to elevate ourselves, and how surrendering to Christ allows His glory to shine through our everyday choices. Addie and Morgan share practical encouragement for breaking free from cycles of self-focus, s...

Join the podcast this week as Addison Ott and Courtney Jones reflect on what it truly means to live a purposeful life with Jesus. Courtney and Addie explore how purpose isn’t always about big, visible moments, but often about faithful hearts stewarding the gifts, opportunities, and relationships God has placed right in front of us. Through thoughtful conversation and personal stories, they unpack...

Join the podcast this week as Addison Ott and Taylor Carlier reflect on what it means to actively participate in advancing the Kingdom of God, from the everyday moments of faithfulness to the Great Commission’s call for all believers. Together, Addie and Taylor encourage you to recognize your unique role in God’s work today, offering hope for those who may feel unseen or discouraged on their journ...

The gentle and lowly co. Podcast is back! After a few quiet months away, Addison returns with a reflective conversation looking back on the past year and the ways God has been at work behind the scenes. Join the podcast this week as Addison Ott reflects on the year behind gentle and lowly co. and the quiet ways God refined, redirected, and deepened her faith throughout 2025. In this gentle year-in...

Join the podcast this week as Addison Ott and Larry & Sue Pruett reflect on the blessings and realities of marriage while debunking common misconceptions about singleness. Together, they offer wisdom for young adults who desire to date with purpose and prepare for lasting marriages that shape their relational, family, and spiritual legacies. We hope that this conversation encourages both singl...

Join the podcast this week as Addison Ott and friends, Allison and Elizabeth from ⁠⁠Single Purpose League (SPL)⁠⁠ , reflect on the joys and challenges of walking well in singleness. Together, they share honest stories, lessons they’re learning, and how this season can be stewarded for God’s glory and the good of others. We hope that this conversation encourages you to view singleness not as a wait...

Join the podcast this week as Addison Ott reflects on what it looks like to walk faithfully with God when the future feels far away. Through gentle encouragement and practical reminders for those navigating college or early adulthood, Addie shares about investing in community, trying new things, and living purposefully where God has placed you. Addie hopes this conversation reminds you that your p...

Join the podcast this week as Addison Ott reflects on what it means to host a Sabbath dinner, creating intentional space to slow down, share a meal, and rest in God’s presence within community. Whether you’ve been practicing Sabbath for years or are just beginning to explore it, this episode offers simple, meaningful ways to cultivate rest and connection around the table. Addie hopes that this con...

Join the podcast this week as Addison Ott and Craig Dehut reflect on the power and purpose of faith-based media. From biblical films to podcasts, Craig shares how storytelling can shape our understanding of hope, redemption, and the Gospel in everyday life. Our hope is that you walk away encouraged to engage thoughtfully with the media you consume, see the redemptive narrative of Christ woven thro...

Join the podcast this week as Addison Ott reflects on what it means to live a faithful life in a success-driven world. In a culture that glorifies busyness and achievement, this conversation is an invitation to slow down, rest in God’s presence, and rediscover the quiet beauty of walking faithfully with Jesus each day. Addie hopes that this episode encourages you to release the pressure to perform...

Join the podcast this week as Addison Ott and Allen C. Paul reflect on the beauty and challenges of living out your God-given gifts. Whether you're navigating a career shift, building something on the side, or simply feeling stuck, this conversation is for you. Our hope is that you walk away encouraged to pursue your calling with boldness, creativity, and trust in God's timing—knowing it&#...

Join the podcast this week as Addison Ott reflects on five books that have shaped both her mindset and her faith, offering practical insights into personal growth, intentional living, and walking more closely with Jesus. Together, we’ll consider how learning and leaning into wisdom from others can inspire us to live with purpose and freedom in Christ. Addie hopes that every listener would be encou...

Join the podcast this week as Addison Ott and Leah Chrest reflect on what it means to live a Holy Spirit-led life, learning to recognize God’s voice, surrender daily, and walk in step with the Spirit. Our hope is that every listener leaves encouraged to lean into the Spirit’s gentle guidance in both ordinary and sacred moments, knowing He is with us and leading us forward. – Links to the things we...

Join the podcast this week as Addison Ott reflects on what it means to step away with intention. She shares insights from her Summer Sabbath and highlights the importance of slowing down to rest in God’s presence. I hope this episode inspires you to notice the rhythms of your own life and realize that Sabbath is more than just a pause — it's an intentional retreat with God; a gift of grace, pe...

Join the podcast this week as I, Addie, reflect on my experiences of being 27. I’ll celebrate milestones, share my favorite songs from the year, and discuss the themes that have marked this season of growth. I’ll also share some valuable lessons I've learned along the way, as well as my hopes and prayers as I step into my 28th year with curiosity, trust, and open hands. I hope that this annual spe...

Join the podcast this week as Addison Ott and Sara Dangerfield reimagine what it means to live a life of discipleship—not as something private or reserved, but as a shared journey of presence, invitation, and love. This conversation explores the quiet dangers of spiritual isolation and the transformative power of inviting others into our everyday rhythms. Our hope is that each listener walks away...

Join the last podcast of May as Addison Ott shares her heart behind gentle and lowly co.’s Summer Sabbath—a purposeful pause during the remainder of May to step away from being online and business activity. This conversation invites listeners to consider their own rhythms of rest and renewal, and to return to what matters most: communion with God, creative restoration, and meaningful presence. My...

Join the podcast this week as Addison Ott sits down with Chris & Sara to talk about what it means to let your life be a bridge—one of invitation, purpose, and presence. Our hope is that this conversation encourages you to live with intention, using your unique rhythms, gifts, and passions to extend the gentle love of Jesus to those around you, wherever life takes you. Thank you for listening,...

Join the podcast this week as Addison Ott and Tanner Olson reflect on prayer, creativity, and the beauty of talking to God in every season of life. Our hope is that this conversation stirs a deeper desire to pray, reminding listeners that our words matter, our prayers shape community, and even the simplest moments of faith can inspire others to draw closer to Jesus. Thank you for listening, I'...

Join the podcast this week as Addison Ott reflects on the ways God has met her in the margins of her life and story through the practice of journaling. I hope that this episode encourages every listener to slow down, seek God in the quiet, and discover how even the smallest moments can become sacred when we meet Him there. Thank you for listening, I'm stoked you're here!  Grace & Peace...