Jesus Over Everything

Trauma isn’t always dramatic—it’s personal, and it leaves its mark. When we ignore or minimize what we’ve been through, we miss the opportunity to invite God's healing into those wounded places. In this second heartfelt episode of the “Your Body” mini-series, join Lisa as she explores how embracing our trauma with biblical truth can ultimately bring glory to God and help us step into the freedom H...

Have you ever found yourself reacting strongly to something, only to realize it’s more about a past wound than the present moment? In this first episode of Lisa Whittle’s podcast mini-series on, "Your Body," Lisa opens up about the power of triggers—those moments that send us into a spiral of hurt or shame—and how understanding their roots can set us free. Drawing from her personal experiences and...

Have you ever felt that serving in a bigger capacity equates to a more significant calling? Or questioned your purpose in ministry?  With insights drawn from over 25 years in ministry, Lisa reflects on her past mindset about pride and entitlement, reminding us that serving God faithfully—regardless of how big or small the platform—is what truly matters. Uncovering the deeper truths about humility...

Have you ever thought that staying married was simpler than it truly is? In this insightful and at times humorous episode of the Jesus Over Everything show, Lisa Whittle engages with author and comedian Harrison Scott Key about the real-life complexities of marriage, as detailed in his book, How to Stay Married .  With a mix of humor and vulnerability, Harrison discusses how the writing process fo...

Have you ever felt like your beliefs about God and your experiences of Him are worlds apart? In this special guest episode of the “I Used to Think” season, Lisa Whittle invites Pastor Steve Cuss to explore the complex relationship between our expectations and the reality of God’s love. Drawing insights from his book, “The Expectation Gap: The Tiny, Vast Space Between Our Beliefs and Experience of...

Do you often find yourself taking on the emotional burdens of others? In this compelling episode of the “I Used to Think” season, Lisa Whittle dives deep into the topic of empathy—specifically, why we sometimes rush to carry the traumas and pains of those we love, even when it's not our responsibility. Lisa shares personal insights that illuminate the fine line between compassion and overstepping...

Have you ever felt you had to put on a mask to fit in or meet others' expectations? In this powerful episode of the "I Used to Think" season, Lisa Whittle sits down with KayDianna MacKenzie, whose journey as a Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader and social media personality vividly illustrates the struggle between societal pressures and authentic self-expression. What you'll learn in this episode: (0:45) -...

Have you ever felt that keeping your family’s secrets equates to love? In this compelling episode, Lisa Whittle discusses how the lines between secrecy and privacy can often blur within families. Through her own personal experiences, Lisa reveals the lie that loyalty means covering for others’ sins. With candidness and vulnerability, she emphasizes the importance of bringing the truth to the foref...

Ever feel like you need to downplay your accomplishments to be truly humble? Do you ever worry that sharing your passions and talents makes you appear prideful or self-focused? Lisa Whittle gets super honest in this episode, sharing how she used to believe minimizing her work and giftings was a sign of humility. Unpacking the difference between "false humility" (where you focus on not talking abou...

**LISTENER NOTE: This conversation contains details of physical abuse and childhood trauma. We encourage you to listen with care and discretion.** Have you ever questioned whether the love of God truly extends to you, especially in the midst of personal pain or trauma? In this poignant and inspiring episode of the “I Used to Think” season, Lisa Whittle welcomes Pastor Maria Durso, who bravely open...

Have you ever felt inundated with Biblical information, yet still unsure about your grasp of Scripture? Has a lack of understanding ever created a lack of confidence in your faith? In this enlightening episode of the “I Used to Think” season of Jesus Over Everything, Lisa Whittle examines why biblical literacy may not be the primary issue facing believers today but rather a deeper crisis of faith....

Is there something you used to think—perhaps about faith, life, or relationships—that you now see differently?  In this brand-new season of the Jesus Over Everything show, titled “I Used to Think,” Lisa Whittle unpacks popular misconceptions she’s held in her own life and offers insight on how God can transform perspectives over time. Opening the season by tackling the sensitive subject of women a...

In this concluding episode of the “Love & Clarity” season for The Jesus Over Everything podcast, Lisa Whittle dives deep into the challenge of finding true joy during difficult seasons, especially around the holidays. With her signature honesty and insight, Lisa explores how chronic perfectionism and a tendency to overanalyze can steal your ability to experience the present moment.  She also revea...

In another powerful conversation of the “Love & Clarity” season, Lisa Whittle sits down with Ian Simpkins, internet personality and Lead Pastor of Bridge Church in Nashville, to explore the deep truths of what it means to be an image-bearer of Christ versus a work-doer. Together, they tackle the tension between spiritual hunger and productivity, discussing how both intimacy and humility require in...

Are you the type of person who tends to see the glass as “ half-full” or “half-empty? ” In a culture where cynicism is widely accepted, and even admired, it can be tempting for believers to fall into negative thought patterns as well. In this episode of the “Love & Clarity” season, Lisa exposes the hard truth about cynicism and skepticism – offering a deeper look at the meanings, motivations, and...

Has a specific piece of your story – positive or negative – become a “label” you wear as your identity? Lisa sits down with long-time friend, Erin Kelly-Bean to discuss the truth about labels and what God has to say about them. Erin is a New York Times best-selling author, co-host of the Immeasurably More Podcast, and daughter of football legend, Jim Kelly. She shares her journey of growing up, “K...

Do you have a love-hate relationship with social media? Perhaps you love the ability to laugh and connect with others, but hate the unhealthy habits and behaviors that come with it?  Continuing the “ Love & Clarity ” season, Lisa Whittle shares candidly about her own tug-of-war experience with social media, and peels back the curtain on how she plans to develop a healthier balance with the platfor...

Have you ever found yourself wondering: “Should I stay friends with that person?” “Why did this friendship end?” or, “As a Christian, is it even okay for me to stop being friends with someone?” On this episode of the Love & Clarity season, Lisa Whittle dives deep into the subject of “breakups” – addressing the inevitable challenges that come when relationships are strained between friends, relativ...

Need clarity on how to approach issues and thought patterns about your physical body?  Lisa talks friend-to-friend with Dr. Edie Wadsworth, a physician, speaker, life coach, writer, and natural health enthusiast about how a shift in your perspective can radically transform your body. Sharing vulnerably from her own health journey, Dr. Edie explains how your physical body is linked to your mental,...

Have you ever felt as if the world is out of control? In those moments, it’s easy to feel helpless, overwhelmed, or even confused as to how to respond. In this brand new “Love & Clarity” season of the Jesus Over Everything show, host Lisa Whittle comes back on the microphone with fiery passion and purpose after an 8-month sabbatical from podcast production. Speaking with love and authority, she ad...

As a special bonus to complement Lisa’s four-part podcast series on Seeking Revival, this short audio resource highlights ten areas you must individually focus on in order to experience revival, with the last one being your “top revival need.” In Lisa’s words, “Revival can never happen without this one crucial thing…” Listen to the very end to join Lisa in a tender prayer, and discover the respons...

You may remember the famous words, “Houston, we have a problem,” shared by the astronaut crew of Apollo 13 to the ground team at NASA. In a similar way, the Apostle John wrote a letter to warn the church of Ephesus of some serious problems he identified (see Revelation 2 ). Concluding her four-part series on Seeking Revival, Lisa explores what the modern-day church can learn from this passage and...

  In life, we often look for a road map: what works, what doesn't, and how to get to our destination with the least amount of friction. In part three of the Seeking Revival series, Lisa shares a “revival roadmap” of sorts, offering four things that prevent us from experiencing God in a fresh and personal way. (Warning: As you listen to Lisa's insight and discover which “revival-killer” most resona...

  Growing up, you were likely taught that following rules is always the right choice. But when your convictions differ from the rules, which do you follow then? In part two of the Seeking Revival podcast series, Lisa shares the difference between rules and convictions, highlights the roadblocks to pursuing God, and shares the reasons why we need to take back a conversation the world has “owned” fo...

  Have you ever felt “stuck” in your faith? Perhaps you’re doing all the “right things” that check every box on the spiritual disciplines list, but fail to see any results? In this special four-part podcast series on Seeking Revival, Lisa tackles the root of the problem by addressing want vs. need. As you dive into this one-of-a-kind series with Lisa, you may find yourself asking the question: Wha...