You Are You

There's no doubt about it. Jesus is coming back. Hooray! How are you feeling about his return? This episode covers what Revelation scholars, pastors, and other Christian leaders are saying about it. It also (of course!) digs into what the Bible says and how Jesus says to prepare (e.g. Matthew 7:21-23) May we enjoying living for him now. Then whenever he comes, we'll be ready and excited. We’ll jus...

A few years ago, I attended a church retreat where the guest speaker said something along the lines of “Jesus already died. We should claim everything He died for!” The boldness of his statement shocked me at first and then the power of the words sunk in. Why wasn't I living with more faith and confidence? This episode shares five promises to claim when you're hurt and five promises to claim when...

Do you ever fear that surrendering to God means he'll ask you to do things you don't want to do? That you'll never reach your full potential if you do? Let's remember who we're talking about! The God of all creation isn’t petty. He doesn’t want you to live a small life. Rather he has the absolute best, most fulfilling plan for your life. Because he loves you and knows how to make a plan that allow...

Think of those you love with your whole heart. You'd get up early for them, dress up for them, sacrifice for them — ensure they get the best of you. Is this how you feel about God? Join in as we review what God says about love, tips for loving God when we don't feel loved, and testimonies about how God's expressions of love may be unexpected but they're always perfect. No one loves better than God...

Are we bringing all areas of our health to God and seeking him for healing and wholeness? Humans are triune beings, having a spirit, soul and body. Let’s take a look at God’s will for health in all of these areas! This episode also covers my personal experiences with inner healing and tips and resources on praying over whether it might be right for you this season. Follow Jenni: ⁠⁠⁠@the.yay.projec...

Ever experienced Friday night... loneliness? Maybe you wanted to go out, maybe you wanted to stay in, but either way being alone on the first night of the weekend just doesn’t feel great? If yes, you’re not alone! In this episode, I share some of my raw experiences (as a teen, in my early twenties, this season), relatable scriptures, and reminders of God’s will for healthy community and hope. May...

Have you ever taken a mental health day — or felt like you needed one? Ever had things feel so overwhelming that it's hard to bring it to God... because it's hard to even face it yourself? In this episode, I share about my history with them and the practical tips God has taught me (even recently!) about how to deal when things feel like overwhelming. May we remember that our God is gentle and soft...

Do you feel the pressure to achieve worldly markers of success but sense God is calling you to a different lifestyle? Have you ever thought that fasting and praying and worshipping God full time would be the best thing ever? In this episode, I share about how I learned about intercessory missionaries — sometimes called people with the 'Anna' calling — and my thoughts, desires, obedience this seaso...

Confession time! A ‘real talk’ episode on why there hasn’t been a new podcast episode in two months, as well as a recap of why this podcast started, how it’s going, and what the plans are moving forward. Have you ever delayed in obeying God because you were enjoying your last season… and didn’t want to pivot when God said pivot? If so, this episode is for you! May we continue to share the lessons...

We know we're to obey God... but does it ever feel so hard? Sometimes it's because our dreams feel so exciting we're tempted to run ahead of God. Or maybe it's because our God-given vision seems so intense we're tempted to give up before we start. If you're wanting an 'obey God' pep talk, think of this episode as just that! I'll share my ten-year journey (from 20 to 30) of learning to obey God and...

Why are you on this earth? Have you ever asked God? Recently I came across a journal entry from when I was 26, a month after I moved from Singapore to Hong Kong. It contains the line “While I’ve achieved a number of goals and in many ways my life is better than I imagined, I haven’t figured out my true identity / purpose in life.” If I could give 26 year-old me some advice, it would be “You want t...

Welcome to Season 2 of the You Are You Podcast! This season, we’ll be doing something a little different. Each month, we’ll release a new chapter of a book called You Are You: Celebrate Your God-given Design and Pursue Your Kingdom Calling. It’ll come as an audiobook chapter, through this podcast, and an e-book chapter, through theyayproject.com. Season 2, Episode 1 begins with Chapter 1: Discover...

Happy Season 1 Finale Day, everyone! Tune in to hear an update on my experience with redundancy, plans for You Are You Podcast Season 2, and answers to five listener-submitted questions (1. Why do you love God so much? 2. What’s something you hold on to when you aren’t hearing from God? 3. What’s the best possible way to overcome temptation? 4. How do I become consistent in doing devotions? 5. How...

Welcome to Truth-Filled Ways To Enjoy God Every Single Day (Part 2)! As I prepared for this episode, I felt God remind me “Come join me and enjoy all I have prepared for you.” This truth is applicable for all of us right. If you love it and want it, claim it! For 2 Corinthians 9:8 (MSG) says, “God can pour on the blessings in astonishing ways so that you’re ready for anything and everything, more...

Do you ever think about enjoying God? Maybe we think about loving him, worshiping him, serving him, or even not disappointing him. But how about enjoying him? Let’s remember that Jesus said in John 10:10, “The thief comes only in order to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have and enjoy life, and have it in abundance (to the full, till it overflows)” (AMPC). Jesus came so we could h...

We might know God’s instruction to pray without ceasing (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18) but have we done it before? Are we doing it now? This week, I share a personal testimony about how a recent ‘pop quiz’ from God reminded me of the joy that comes with being in a committed relationship with Him 24/7. And how this isn’t just the strategy for getting over a breakup (tried and tested!) but truly one of t...

We know we should obey God. He is God Almighty, maker of heaven and earth. He is love. He is powerful. He is the best of the best in absolutely all ways. And yet, sometimes our flesh tries to convince us that God doesn’t know best. That obedience isn’t best. That we’ll do it later, or we need to think about it more, or we’re underqualified, or we’re overqualified. Satan tries to distract us everyd...

As Christian women, we know we’re to live for God as our audience of One. Of course we know that we’re to have no other gods before him. It’s the first commandment right? But sometimes our hearts can grow mouldy and it’s so important to spend time in God’s word, listen to his voice, reflect on what he’s saying, repent, and get right. Join in as we check our hearts and consider - whose expectations...

Have you ever thought about having a day date with God? Planning for and looking forward to it like you would a date with a significant other? I started having Saturday day dates with God last year mostly out of need;  I was just so desperate for God in that season. But it’s continued (about 70% of my Saturdays!) because the more time I spend with God, the more I’ve realized how mind-blowingly ama...

When we pray, God’s answer doesn’t always come in a straight linear fashion. But we can trust that his timing and answer are always perfect… even if it takes some time for our hearts to catch up with our brains. I pray these stories of how God reminded me to TRUST HIM this past week are encouraging and maybe even entertaining for you. We’re journeying together; may he help us help each other to ke...

This episode is for all but especially for my deep feelers who are known in their families and friend groups as the “emotional” or “sensitive” one, for those who know a deep feeler but have no idea how to understand or handle their emotions, for anyone who has ever felt ashamed about an emotional outburst and maybe even still replaying the situation, and for all who are interested in how I, an emo...

How do you feel about testifying? Have you ever felt unqualified to share about God? Or wish you could do it more boldly? Join in as I share about how God took me from scared to testify to testifying almost daily (and honestly!) with The Yay Project. Learn practical tips, including tips for discerning God’s voice, and be encouraged to live out Psalm 66:16, “Come and listen, all you who fear God, a...

Welcome to the You Are You Podcast! My name is Jenni Lien and I’m the writer and artist behind The Yay Project, an online ministry that seeks to help women all over the world celebrate their God-given design. Yay stands for You Are You, something God reminded me of one day as I was dealing with rejection. Last year, in my most broken season, I gave him all my pieces and asked him to carry me and p...