Jesus Over Everything

Are you longing for rest? When someone asks how you're doing, does the word “exhausted” come to mind first? Physician, author, and speaker, Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith, joins Lisa for an insightful and practical conversation around the topic of rest. They discuss why sleep and rest aren't the same, why vacations don't bring the lasting relief we need, and the seven unique types of rest we need at var...

What do you see when you look in the mirror? Imperfections? Disappointments? Secrets? Tackling the difficult subject of disordered eating, Lisa speaks into the shadowed places of the heart and offers a spiritual perspective on what it means to have a “healthy” body. Drawing from personal experience, she shares two practical ways to “break up” with disordered eating and one important question God w...

  Lisa sits down with artist, Grammy winner, NYT Best Seller, and thought-provoker, Lecrae to discuss their personal experiences with rejection, faith, and culture. In light of his role in the new film, Journey to Bethlehem, Lecrae offers fresh insight on questions like: How do you hold true to your faith while collaborating with those who don’t share it? What is the role of social media in these...

Are you the "yes girl?" Are you spread too thin, exhausted, and finding it hard to set and keep boundaries? In this must-listen episode of “Lisa Unfiltered,” she offers practical wisdom on how to graciously say "no" – beginning with one very important first step. Learn Lisa’s personal approach to filtering "no's" and "yes's" through a three-part system and find out how you can adopt a similar appr...

Have you ever experienced a season of life where you felt stuck and wondered where God was? Lisa sits down with her friend, Susie Larson – speaker, radio host, and author of her newest book, Closer Than Your Next Breath – to unpack the healing power of God’s nearness. As Susie shares the keys to redeeming your story and recognizing God’s fingerprints on your life, I hope you’ll find the encouragem...

In true “unfiltered” fashion, Lisa uses this episode to answer all your questions on the hot topic of “self-care.” What is the true end goal of your self-care? When does it become a self-obsession? What are Lisa’s thoughts on Botox, lip fillers, lash extensions, and other beauty treatments? Lean in to discover Lisa’s four red flags on self-care, why self-care is important, and what women of ALL ag...

Lisa welcomes her new friend Julie Chen Moonves to the show. Julie, former news anchor, TV talk show host, and host of the CBS reality show,  Big Brother, has now added “author” to her many titles with her first book,  But First, God: An Audio Memoir of Spiritual Discovery. In this conversational audio experience, Julie shares how her journey took a dramatic turn at age 48 and she hasn't looked ba...

Have you ever felt like you were meant for something more? Has God called you to something, but you feel stuck, unsure of how to accomplish it? This episode of Lisa Unfiltered is the one for you! Listen in for her top four tips on how to step into your calling, PLUS enjoy some very practical advice from a special surprise guest! Everyone has a story to tell, but when you partner with God, He can u...

We crave friendships and relationships with others. But what about a friendship with God? Lisa's guest this week, Faith Eury Cho - author, CEO, and founder of Honor Summit - eloquently breaks down how friendship with God goes hand-in-hand with spending time in His presence. What does friendship with God look like? Are you filling in the blanks or following “holy assumptions?” How comfortable are y...

In true “unfiltered” fashion, Lisa pours out her passion in this episode as she asks heartfelt, but tough questions about the interpersonal dynamics of church. What is the church supposed to be (and not be)? In what ways are we choosing comfort and popularity over Jesus? How can we create unity instead of division? Jump into this thought-provoking episode with an open heart and you might be surpri...

  This week on JOE, Lisa welcomes Michael Freeland Miller, pastor of the Upper Room Church, and author of His House, His Presence: Call the Church to God's Original Design. Michael's engaging personality will draw you in as he offers transparent thoughts on prayer, including his own struggle with boredom and the one word that helped him to overcome it. Why is the next generation struggling to love...

If you’ve ever witnessed the damage caused by an assumption –  whether it was made by you or about you – then you’re in good company! This episode of “Lisa Unfiltered” has the practical tools and guidance we ALL need to keep ourselves in check. Listen to discover: What is the opposite of assumption? What follows assumption? And what is Lisa’s five-point checklist to help us keep assumptions at bay...

Join Lisa and award-winning author Philip Yancey for a discussion about the revised and updated edition of his provocative book, What’s So Amazing About Grace? Together, they uncover the secret to holding fast to your convictions, while also being respectful and compassionate towards those who think differently. In a culture that desperately needs civility with grace, Yancey challenges Christians...

If you’ve ever heard the term “generational sin” mentioned in a church or another faith setting, it’s likely created some unanswered questions. What exactly is “generational sin?” Does the Bible mention it specifically? Can your personal spiritual life be impacted by your family history?  In this episode, Lisa shares insight from her own research and personal Bible study on this topic and uncovers...

Lisa and her longtime friend Ike Miller give us a glimpse into their “old shoe” friendship as they discuss his new book, Good Baggage. If you’ve ever wondered how anything positive can come from past hurts, this conversation covers it all.  From lying for love, to “disarming the switch” to distinguishing between secrecy and privacy, Lisa and Ike offer a fresh take on how “baggage” can actually mak...

  When discussing single life versus married life, it’s easy to use stereotypes and assumptions to frame our opinions of others. In this unfiltered conversation with Lisa, she addresses how unhelpful and even harmful these assumptions can be.  As the church, how can we do better?  What does the Bible say about singleness and married life? And what is the best way to honor those who don’t share you...

You may know her as one of the most beloved contestants on The Bachelor, but Lisa’s conversation with best selling author and speaker, Madison Prewett-Troutt will take you to unexpected places! In discussing Madison’s new book, The Love Everybody Wants, Madison reveals the gift she desperately wanted to exchange, the three things she learned in her singleness, and her thoughts on rejection and soc...

  How many lies do we tell ourselves on a daily basis? Lisa explores one of the simplest, yet most powerful lies we tell ourselves, and it all boils down to three words. Lean in close as Lisa shares her unfiltered thoughts on feeling ready versus being ready, as well as thoughts on having the ability to change versus the choice to change. Don't let the rug be pulled out from underneath you - you c...

If we’re honest, we all want our lives to be free from pain and suffering. In fact, the world often tells us that being pain-free is the ultimate goal. But… what if suffering actually serves a different purpose and goal? Lisa talks with Dr. Curt Thompson, psychiatrist, speaker, and author, about his most recent book, The Deepest Place, about suffering as the key to changing our brain and reshaping...

Have you wondered if it's okay for Christians to seek out counseling or visit a therapist? Is there any reason believers should be wary of mental health resources? Where does our ultimate healing take place? Lisa shares her unfiltered thoughts on this, along with the difference between the motives of secular culture and faith culture. Listen in to discover how we as believers can pursue strong, he...

Can parents truly be worry-free? Is my child's struggle with anxiety normal? Is anxiety contagious? Lisa's conversation with author and therapist, Sissy Goff, will have you hitting replay more than once on this powerful episode. Sissy's new book, The Worry Free Parent, focuses on not only the anxiety we experience as parents, but also on the anxiety our children experience. With tangible resources...

What does Satan want us to believe about men? And are we listening? Lisa unpacks the pervasive idea that culture is devaluing men. From jokes and memes to swinging the pendulum too far to fix past wrongs, Lisa goes there. Links Subscribe to Ministry Strong Podcast   Connect with Lisa Website Lisa Whittle - Instagram Lisa Whittle - Facebook Jesus Over Everything - Instagram   Connect with Lisa: Web...

Do I stay or do I quit? What is Biblical loyalty? And what is the legacy I want to leave for the next generation? If you’ve ever asked questions like these, buckle up for this energetic and passionate conversation between Lisa and her friend, Bible teacher, speaker, and church planter, Bianca Juarez Olthoff. Together, they discuss Bianca’s new book, Grit Don't Quit, and unpack what it means for be...

We hear it everywhere: “The world is crazy.” It’s a reality we’ve come to accept, but seldom do we consider why it's become so crazy, how sin contributes to it, and what God’s view is. Lisa exposes the not-so-secret solution to the chaos that befalls our world - but it may not be what you think! Listen in for the comfort and courage you need to make a difference in this world!   Links Classical Co...

Lisa + Friends: Dr. George Barna on Championing the Next Generation What is a Biblical worldview? How does our worldview influence the future of the church and the next generation? Lisa sits down with world-renowned researcher and author, Dr. George Barna, to discuss this and the theme of his new book, Raising Spiritual Champions. The information and statistics on this topic can be shocking, but B...