The Jennie Allen Podcast

In this powerful episode recorded at Made For This Live, Jennie welcomes Jey Mbiro, a Compassion graduate who grew up in one of the largest slums in the world—Mathare, Kenya. Jey shares his story of transformation from a childhood of hunger and hopelessness to a life of purpose, leadership, and joy in Christ. You’ll hear how a simple decision to sponsor a child radically changed the trajectory of...

We’re all prone to cynicism—even if we don’t realize it. In this replay episode, Jennie walks us through the subtle ways cynicism creeps into our thoughts and relationships, how it slowly drains joy from our lives, and how we can fight back with delight, hope, and truth. She shares a powerful story about how art pierced through her cynicism, the value of guarding our inputs, and how delight helps...

This week, Jennie sits down with worship leader and artist TAYA —a voice you’ve likely heard in powerful songs sung worldwide and joined us in Romania for Gather25! In this intimate and encouraging conversation, TAYA shares the story behind her new album The Reminder (releasing April 4), the word God gave her through birds, and how learning to trust God’s provision has marked every step of her rec...

In this week’s episode, Jennie Allen addresses a topic many of us feel but rarely talk about— numbness. When we are constantly bombarded with the problems of the world, it’s easy to check out emotionally, leading us to a place of indifference. But what if indifference is causing us to miss the specific calling God has placed in our lives? Jennie challenges us to embrace our limits and recognize th...

This week, Jennie Allen sits down with her friend and leadership expert  Carey Nieuwhof  to talk about  burnout, rest, and sustainable rhythms . Carey shares his powerful story of hitting a wall after years of striving and high performance, and how he learned that  time off won’t fix a life that’s running on empty.  They discuss how to create sustainable habits, protect your energy, and live inten...

This week, Jennie Allen discusses  loneliness, expectations, and codependency  and how we so often look to people to fill spaces only God can fill. If you’ve ever felt disappointed in your relationships, anxious about letting others down, or weighed down by striving for approval, this episode will speak to your heart. Jennie unpacks what codependency really means (hint: it’s not just a clinical te...

In this powerful live conversation, Jennie Allen and Jonathan Pokluda (JP) dive deep into the reality of spiritual warfare and how the enemy actively works to distract, deceive, destroy, and divide us. JP shares insights from his new book, Your Story Has a Villain and lays out clear, biblical strategies for standing firm against the attacks of the enemy. This episode is a call to wake up, fight ba...

Doubt is a part of faith—but how we handle it makes all the difference. In this episode, Jennie Allen gets real about her own struggles with doubt and what Scripture teaches us about believing even when we don’t feel it. What You'll Learn: The difference between wrestling with doubt and letting it define you How James 1:5-8 challenges us to fight back instead of staying stuck Practical ways to bat...

What does it mean to be a man in today’s world? Jason Wilson joins Jennie in this weeks episode to share how he is on a mission to help men break free from emotional incarceration, embrace their full humanity, and live as comprehensive men—both strong and tender, courageous and compassionate. In this episode, Jennie Allen and Jason have a powerful, raw conversation about: ✔️ Why men struggle with...

In this special episode, Jennie Allen shares a powerful message from the E-Women Conference in Lynchburg, VA about the lies that hold us captive and how we can fight back with truth. Drawing from her book Get Out of Your Head and the theme of spiritual warfare, Jennie unpacks how the enemy works through our thoughts to keep us stuck in fear, insecurity, and defeat. Jennie will be in DFW again with...

Something is happening across the world. Revival is breaking outl, God is moving, and we have a choice: lean in or miss it. In this episode, we are sharing Jennie's message from Gather. As she reflects on her own experiences witnessing the glory of God, she issues a challenge to all of us: Will we choose awe or cynicism? Will we trade comfort for surrender? Will we confess the things holding us ba...

Something incredible happened February 28th and March 1. Over 20,000 events took place across 183 countries, uniting believers in prayer, worship, and commissioning to reach the world with the gospel. Gather 25 was more than an event—it was a call to action for everybody, everywhere. Across the world, from living rooms in the U.S. to churches in Rwanda, from dorm rooms in Malaysia to arenas in Sou...

In this special  Made For This LIVE  event episode, Jennie Allen and Jonathan Pokluda are joined by one of our favorite and most listened-to guests, Clint Bruce - former Navy SEAL and NFL player- for a deep conversation on spiritual warfare, leadership, and how to approach life’s toughest challenges. Clint shares wisdom from his experiences on the battlefield, in the boardroom, and at the breakfas...

In this unfiltered, heartfelt episode of  Made For This , Jennie Allen lays it all out—inviting every Jesus follower on earth to unite for 25 hours of continuous live prayer, worship, and commissioning. With groups already gathering in over 183 countries, Jennie shares her personal, raw experience of shaking in her car, overwhelmed by the awe and anticipation of what God is about to do. This is mo...

Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the constant noise of life? In this episode of Made For This , Jennie sits down with Alex Jones, the founder of the Hallow app , to explore how intentional silence and prayer can change everything. Alex shares his incredible journey—from a season of doubt and secular meditation to a life transformed by contemplative prayer. Learn how a simple 10-minute practice beca...

In this episode, Jennie Allen dives deep into the power of our thoughts and how we are not helpless in the face of anxiety, worry, or doubt. Sharing personal stories of late-night spirals and how she has found freedom, Jennie reminds us that we are not victims to our minds. Through scripture, particularly 2 Corinthians 10:5, Jennie teaches how to take every thought captive and identify the argumen...

In this powerful bonus episode of Made For This , Jennie Allen brings you a raw and transformative testimony that may change your perspective on suffering and faith. Hear Timothy’s courageous story—a journey marked by unthinkable pain, relentless persecution, and ultimately, the life-changing power of Jesus. Through his vivid account of imprisonment and torture in Afghanistan, Timothy reveals how...

In this episode, Jennie Allen sits down once again with Dr. Curt Thompson. They dive deep into the connection between our thoughts, emotions, and relationships, exploring how true transformation comes not just from "stopping spirals" but from deep attachment and connection with God and others. He challenges the idea that we can simply "think our way out" of struggles and instead reveals how co-reg...

In this powerful opening episode of Season 19, Jennie Allen takes us into a raw and honest conversation about our thought lives. She shares personal stories from the past 24 hours, filled with anxiety, worry, and struggle while highlighting how common these spirals are in all our lives. But here’s the truth: God isn’t here to fix us. He loves us right where we are, and He wants to walk through the...

In Season 19 of  Made For This , Jennie Allen takes us back to an essential conversation on breaking free from toxic thoughts. We've all been stuck in negative spirals, believing lies that hold us in fear, paralysis, or discouragement. This season, we're going to fight back together. Jennie shares her recent struggles with anxiety and how she climbed out of that pit by applying tools she's learned...

In this special bonus episode, Jennie and her husband Zac take the stage at  Made For This LIVE , giving listeners a behind-the-scenes look at their journey as they prepare for  Gather 25 , a global gathering of Christians from around the world. Jennie shares the highs and lows of this vulnerable season, leaning on God and each other as they walk in obedience. Join Jennie and Zac as they discuss t...

In this episode, Jennie Allen sits down with Luke Lefevre to discuss Gather25 , the groundbreaking event happening on Feb 28-March 1, 2025, that will unite the global church in an unprecedented way. Technology has made it possible for believers worldwide to gather together for the first time ever. Luke shares powerful stories from around the globe and casts a vision for the next decade, focusing o...

This week, Jennie Allen shares candidly about Gather25 and invites you to be a part of the team! Isaac Holt, from God Behind Bars, then joins Jennie to talk about their experiences together and the incredible ways God is moving in unexpected places. Listen in as they share stories of life transformation, prison revival, and how God works through ordinary people in extraordinary ways. Don't miss th...

Join Jennie for this special bonus episode via voice memo as she and Zac walk to dinner! She shares the latest on Gather with a special invitation for you! Get your tickets to Gather in Dallas at https://www.jennieallen.com/gathertickets Also, tickets are still available for our Made For This Live event in Dallas on January 24th. Get your tickets here!

This week, Jennie Allen is joined by gospel artist Tasha Cobbs Leonard. Growing up as a pastor's kid surrounded by music and the Word, Tasha shares how worship has shaped her life and ministry. Her passion is helping people find and fulfill their purpose through faith and worship. Tasha talks about her new devotional, Do It Anyway , inspired by her last conversation with her father, encouraging bo...