You Are More Podcast

This summer, we are taking a break on recording new episodes and instead, we are pausing to read scripture, revisit our favorite episodes, and meditate on His Word. --- Join us for a heartwarming episode of You Are More, as we sit down and chat about finding joy and staying joyful amidst the whirlwind of parenthood. Blaine and Laken each share our personal journeys, from the challenges of balancin...

This summer, we are taking a break on recording new episodes and instead, we are pausing to read scripture, revisit our favorite episodes, and meditate on His Word. Take a listen to this week's reading of Psalm 34. New International Version  (NIV) Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by  Biblica, Inc.®  Used by permission. All rights reserved worldwide...

This summer, we are taking a break on recording new episodes and instead, we are pausing to read scripture, revisit our favorite episodes, and meditate on His Word. -- In this episode of You Are More, we delve into the often unspoken struggles of comparing our lives to others' highlight reels on social media. In an age where scrolling through Instagram or Facebook can leave us feeling inadequa...

This summer, we are taking a break on recording new episodes and instead, we are pausing to read scripture, revisit our favorite episodes, and meditate on His Word. --- As you sip your morning cup of coffee, listen as Laken reads a liturgy to meditate on for the day. Liturgy is copyrighted by Douglas Kaine McKelvey and read from the book, "Every Moment Holy."

This summer, we are taking a break on recording new episodes and instead, we are pausing to read scripture, revisit our favorite episodes, and meditate on His Word. --- In a society filled with the pressure to move to the next season, it can be hard to navigate when you feel ready to take the next step in life. When cultural norms lay out the progression from graduation, then college, then marriag...

This summer, we are taking a break on recording new episodes and instead, we are pausing to read scripture, revisit our favorite episodes, and meditate on His Word. Take a moment today to listen and meditate on Psalm 40. Psalm 40 was read from Bible Gateway - Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by  ⁠Biblica, Inc.®⁠  Used by permission. All rights reserved...

This summer, we are taking a break on recording new episodes and instead, we are pausing to read scripture, revisit our favorite episodes, and meditate on His Word. In this conversation, Laken and Blaine explore various aspects of boundary-setting, from managing screen time and establishing bedtime routines to carving out "me-time" and maintaining open communication with their husbands....

This summer, we are taking a break on recording new episodes and instead, we are pausing to read scripture, revisit our favorite episodes, and meditate on His Word. Take a moment today to listen and meditate on Psalm 23. Psalm 23 was read from Bible Gateway - Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by  Biblica, Inc.®  Used by permission. All rights reserved w...

We're kicking off a fun summer with liturgies, prayers for your day, and a look back on some of our favorite episodes. Enjoy! Learn how Blaine and Laken became mothers. They discuss everything from postpartum depression to survival mode to baby sleep (or the lack thereof). They also talk about the best and worst advice mothers can receive and how to navigate the tough days of mothering toddler...

It's almost officially summertime for most of our listeners. Whether you work from home, stay at home and manage the home and kids, or work away from the home but long for slower summer days, this episode is for you! We talk through a summer routine (or schedule, if you prefer!), summer bucket lists, and plans to keep the boredom at bay for kids. Send us your best tips, and we hope this episod...

What does it look like when we aren't hearing from God? Is He silent? Or is it our posture towards him? Are we listening for the voice of God? This week, Blaine and Laken take a minute (or 26) to talk through what seasons of desert land look like for each of them. There's also some helpful advice for navigating these seasons, and it might not be what you expect. Share your feedback with us...

You've heard the saying, "It takes a village," but what does that really look like in everyday life? Do you have to be a parent to use the expression? Does it only apply to people who have kids? How do you find your village, your people to help you navigate each season of life? We break down what parenting with a village looks like in this week's episode. But, we don't stop t...

There are just not enough hours in the day or week to get all the things done. Sit down with Laken and Blaine as we each talk through a few things we wish we had time for. We go from a wish list to an action list: evaluate the hours you spend on (fill in the blank) and then prioritize what really matters. Not enough time for working out? Never enough hours for date night? Let's look at how we...

Practice makes perfect... or does it? In this week's episode, we talk through what Sabbath is. What does it mean? Where does it come from? Did God actually rest? Sabbath rest often looks different for every person. What Sabbath means for one person could be vastly different from another. Abraham Heschel, a rabbi, said, "If you work with your hands, sabbath with your mind. If you work with...

We're back with more great resources this week on cultivating a relationship with Christ! This week, our conversation is geared towards any Christ follower wanting to deepen their relationship through Scripture memorization and daily Bible reading. We talk through what "quiet time" used to look like for us through our early years of life and what it realistically looks like now - whi...

In this week’s episode, it’s a follower request: how to give your kids more of Jesus. Discipling children and nurturing their faith through the wisdom of Scripture is critical in today’s culture.  Blaine and Laken share invaluable insights and practical tips on how moms, dads, soon-to-be parents, mentors and more can effectively guide children on their spiritual journey. From engaging storytelling...

In this episode of You Are More, we delve into the complex terrain of adult friendships. Making friends as adults can often feel like traversing uncharted waters, filled with unexpected challenges and uncertainties. Whether you've relocated to a new city, transitioned into a different phase of life, or simply find yourself craving deeper connections, the quest for meaningful friendships can be...

This week, we pause to reflect on Holy Week and all it entails. From Palm Sunday to Easter Sunday, Laken and Blaine process what each day of the week meant for us as Christians and for Christ. We hope you will also pause to reflect daily on the significance of Jesus's death, burial, and resurrection. He is risen, indeed!

In this episode of You Are More, we delve into the art of maintaining a tidy home while navigating the challenges of remote work and having little ones underfoot. With more families working from home than ever before, finding the balance between professional obligations and domestic duties can feel like a juggling act. We've got you covered with practical tips and strategies to keep your house...

In this episode of You Are More, we delve into the often unspoken struggles of comparing our lives to others' highlight reels on social media. In an age where scrolling through Instagram or Facebook can leave us feeling inadequate or overwhelmed, it's crucial to recognize the traps of comparison and embrace the reality that we all have different capacities and paths in life. Let's have...

You asked, we delivered! What do you do when you don't love the season you're in? Laken and Blaine go head (and heart) first into what the last seasons of life looked like for each of them. From church hurt and pregnancies to everything else you can imagine, they discuss what it looks like to savor the season. Are all seasons hard or bad? No, but we see you and we hold space for you if you...

Rounding out our Love Month series is a whole episode channeling our inner Julie Andrews aka Maria von Trapp with "A Few of our Favorite Things." Kicking off the episode, Laken and Blaine each share what they are loving and learning about Jesus this past week, then we move to our favorite and newest hobbies. (Hobbies - what are those?!) We want to hear from you: what are your favorite bo...

This week, we got honest. Honest about what loving ourselves looks like (or not). In this conversation, we discuss the societal pressures and personal struggles we’ve faced in embracing our bodies through the years. Mom or not — we can all, as women, relate to the struggle of embracing a positive body image… yep, we went there. We share honest insights on the importance of self-love, not just for...

This week, Blaine and Laken talk about their husbands. The good, the bad, and the ugly…. just kidding. They talk about the highs and lows of marriage and how to view your spouse through the lens of Christ. We start with love languages just as we did in our episode with loving your kids. Then we talk about marriage being holy and what it looks like to love your spouse through hard seasons. You don’...

It’s the love month, and we are celebrating by bringing your four sweet episodes on loving the people in your life. We kick off our “love series” with exploring how to love our kids, through the meltdowns and the laughter, too. Each of us then highlight our kids’ love languages and how we can love them when life is hard. Take a listen and let us know on social media one takeaway you got from this...