The Jennie Allen Podcast

Divorce was never the story Lisa TerKeurst wanted - but it became the story she had to live. In this powerful conversation, Jennie sits down with Lisa and theologian Dr. Joel Muddamalle to talk about unwanted divorce, what the Bible actually says about it, and how God meets us in the most devastating parts of our lives.If you’ve walked through divorce, love someone who has, or feel paralyzed in a painful marriage, this episode is a tender mix of theology, story, and real hope. You’ll hear clearly: God does not hate you. He grieves with you, and your story is not over.Follow LysaFollow JoelGrab Her New BookResources & Links:Be a part of what God is doing and give here Listen to more episodes: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeLearn More About JennieFollow Jennie on social:InstagramFacebookJennie’s new book is available for pre-order NOW! Grab a copy HERE!

Anxiety is everywhere right now - in our homes, our friendships, our every day lives. We’re carrying more than humans were ever built to hold. In this episode, Jennie gets honest about her own anxious season and what helped her climb out of the spiral.You’ll hear why anxiety isn’t a sin, why you don’t have to hide it, and how healing often begins when you let someone else in. Jennie shares practical steps to care for your body, your emotions, and your spiritual life…and why gratitude, community, and help from others might be the turning point you need.You are not alone in this. And you don’t have to stay stuck.Resources & Links:Be a part of what God is doing and give hereREGISTER TO HOST AN IF:LOCALListen to more episodes: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeLearn More About JennieFollow Jennie on social:InstagramFacebookJennie’s new book "The Lie You Don't Know You Believe" is available for pre-order NOW - GRAB A COPY HERE!

Waiting isn’t wasted. In the “slow burn” seasons - infertility, unanswered prayers, long obedience - God forms identity, deepens trust, and writes better stories than we could plan.DawnCheré shares a raw, hope-filled framework for living faithfully in the middle: worship as a daily rhythm, community as oxygen, gratitude as a superpower, and surrender as strategy.Follow DawnCheréInstagramGrab Her New BookResources & Links:Listen to more episodes: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeLearn More About JennieFollow Jennie on social:InstagramFacebookJennie’s new book is available for pre-order NOW! Grab a copy HERE!

Most of life isn’t a launch or a finish line. It’s the middle, mundane, conflicted, unglamorous, and that’s exactly where God grows our maturity, resilience, and trust.Jennie names the “messy middle” we all live in: between starting and celebrating, between intention and fruit. Looking at scripture, parenting moments, and the behind-the-scenes of launching Gather25, she reframes the middle as holy ground. This is where perseverance forms character, trust replaces control, and faithfulness becomes the measure of a life with God.Resources & Links:REGISTER TO HOST AN IF:LOCALListen to more episodes: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeLearn More About JennieFollow Jennie on social:InstagramFacebookJennie’s new book "The Lie You Don't Know You Believe" is available for pre-order NOW - GRAB A COPY HERE!

Jennie and Zac sit down to tell the story of how they met, fell in love, got married young, and somehow made it through the messy years that almost broke them.From long-distance letters to counseling breakthroughs, they talk honestly about what it takes to build something that lasts. They share the lessons they’ve learned about dating, engagement, community, and what it really means to stay when it would be easier to leave.Whether you’re single, dating, or married, this conversation will remind you that love is built, not found - and God’s grace is the reason any of us make it.Resources & Links:REGISTER TO HOST AN IF:LOCALListen to more episodes: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeLearn More About JennieFollow Jennie on social:InstagramFacebookJennie’s new book "The Lie You Don't Know You Believe" is available for pre-order NOW - GRAB A COPY HERE!

Your 20s are overwhelming, daunting, and humbling in every way. So many of us fight to build the perfect plan, be known, and get it all right.In this episode Jennie talks things she wishes she would have known in her 20's - about letting go of our plans, saying "yes" to God over and over again, and finding community where you can be fully known. If you’ve ever felt behind, uncertain, or alone, this one will remind you: you don’t have to have it all figured out.Resources & Links:REGISTER TO HOST AN IF:LOCALListen to more episodes: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeLearn More About JennieFollow Jennie on social:InstagramFacebookJennie’s new book "The Lie You Don't Know You Believe" is available for pre-order NOW - GRAB A COPY HERE!

What if the point isn’t platform, but friendship with God? Jennie sits down with Joe L. Barnes -worship leader, Grammy-winning songwriter (“Promises”), and tender shepherd-at-heart - to talk about obeying God’s voice, writing songs from real pain, and letting Jesus define success.Joe shares how intimacy with God has become the anchor of his calling. You’ll also hear the beautiful Psalm 23 picture behind his project Good Shepherd (and a wild lesson about sheep, oil, and healing).You’ll hear:Obedience over optics: the one decision to follow God’s voice that opened every doorGood Shepherd theology: why “You anoint my head with oil” means protection, healing, and rest for anxious heartsCollaboration & communion: real talk before great songs - and why we’re made for bothGrief & marriage: holding loss and love at the same time, and the legacy Joe wants more than platformFollow Along With JoeInstagramListen NowResources & Links:GRAB YOUR IF ONE NIGHT TICKETSListen to more episodes: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeLearn More About JennieFollow Jennie on social:InstagramFacebookJennie’s new book is available for pre-order NOW! Grab a copy HERE!

If you’ve ever been hurt by broken people in the Church - this episode is for you.Jennie opens a raw and honest conversation about church hurt and what it means to still believe in the beauty of God’s design for the body of Christ. From her own story of planting a church to worshiping in mud-floored sanctuaries across the world, Jennie reminds us that while the church is messy and imperfect, it’s still God’s plan for our healing, growth, and belonging.Resources & Links:Listen to more episodes: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeLearn More About JennieFollow Jennie on social:InstagramFacebookJennie’s new book is available for pre-order NOW! Grab a copy HERE!

Jennie sits down with Reece Weaver - Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader and breakout voice from Netflix’s America’s Sweethearts - to talk calling, character, and choosing to represent something bigger than yourself.Reece shares her journey from a three-year-old dancer to D1 athlete to DCC, plus the unexpected spotlight of a hit Netflix show and how she’s learning to give every gift back to God for His glory. From body image and online pressure to marriage, mentorship, and leading with a servant’s heart, this conversation is tender, practical, and full of Jesus.You’ll hear:How to keep your identity rooted in Christ when the world has opinionsThe power of servant leadership: representing something greater than yourselfBody image, health, and setting a realistic, healthy standard for the next generationWhy community, mentors, and Bible study matter when life gets loudMarriage in the spotlight: staying a team when everything changes overnightA simple posture for calling: “Lord, use me—one obedient step at a time”Resources & Links:GRAB YOUR IF ONE NIGHT TICKETSListen to more episodes: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeLearn More About JennieFollow Jennie on social:InstagramFacebookJennie’s new book is available for pre-order NOW! Grab a copy HERE!

In this episode, Jennie talks honestly about what it means to hear from God. For some, it’s a controversial topic, but Jennie shares how God leads her through His Word, His Spirit, prayer, community, and everyday life and how learning His voice brings safety, peace, and freedom that’s better than a plan.You’ll hear:Why Scripture is the foundation for everything He saysTwo simple questions that can change your prayer lifeHow obedience and trust open the door to hearing His voiceWhy God often gives direction one step at a timeIf you’ve ever wondered, “How do I know if this is from God?” this episode will help you slow down, tune in, and rediscover the joy of walking with Him daily.Resources & Links:GRAB YOUR IF ONE NIGHT TICKETSListen to more episodes: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeLearn More About JennieFollow Jennie on social:InstagramFacebookJennie’s new book is available for pre-order NOW! Grab a copy HERE!

In this vulnerable convo, Jennie sits down with Tim Ross to talk about gray space, the not-so-neat middle where God still meets us. Tim shares his story of childhood trauma, porn addiction, and the night confession unlocked freedom for his whole family - and why healing took therapy, accountability, and time.You’ll hear:- Why confession breaks shame - and why secrecy keeps us stuck- The difference between root issues and fruit behaviors (and how to spot yours)- How to cultivate childlike faith again (Romans 8:1)- Why Tim named his show The Basement (and why going lower is going “higher”)Learn More About Tim RossUpset The World StudiosFollow Tim on InstagramResources & Links:Listen to more episodes: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeLearn More About JennieFollow Jennie on social:InstagramFacebookJennie’s new book is available for pre-order NOW! Grab a copy HERE!

Ever feel like everything in your life is falling apart and you aren't sure where it's coming from? You're not alone.In this raw and honest episode, Jennie opens up about a summer that didn’t go as planned, a season that felt less like sabbatical and more like survival. From broken bones and health scares to spiritual exhaustion and feeling stuck in an fog, Jennie shares how she saw God's protection in the midst of spiritual attack.You’ll hear:- What spiritual attack can look like (and how to recognize it)- How to tell if your distance from God is internal, circumstantial, or external- Why “the fog” might not be your fault and how to fight back in Jesus’ name- The power of community and prayer when you feel spiritually stuckResources & Links:Listen to more from Jennie HEREFollow Jennie on Instagram HERELEARN MOREJennie's new book is available for pre-order NOW! Grab a copy here: https://a.co/d/6nwnqv0 

Welcome to the official trailer for the next season of The Jennie Allen Podcast! What You’ll Hear This Season* How to break free from toxic thoughts, fear, and anxiety* How faith and mental health intersect* Real stories of God’s power in everyday life* Practical tools to live what you believeThe new season drops on October 14th. New episodes drop every Tuesday and Thursday. Subscribe now so you don’t miss a single episode.Podcast wherever you listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/made-for-this-with-jennie-allen/id1466667116 https://open.spotify.com/show/36vW3kDxO4QVdqmjF226qA?si=9ca1696731694a61 Jennie’s website: jennieallen.comFollow Jennie on social:Instagram: @jennie­allenFacebook: Jennie AllenYouTube channel: Subscribe & hit the bell 🔔What part of this upcoming season are you most excited about? Drop your thoughts below!#JennieAllen #TheJennieAllenPodcast #MadeForThisPodcast #NewSeasonTrailer #Faith #MentalHealth #ChristianPodcast #Podcast

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 arguments raised against God in our minds. She offers practical steps to fight back, including the importance of community, truth, and even physical health.Key Takeaways: Recognize the thoughts and arguments against God in your mind. We are equipped with divine weapons to fight the spiritual battle for our thoughts. Bring your struggles to God and your community for support. Small, intentional steps like memorizing scripture and connecting with friends can lead to lasting freedom. HELPFUL LINKS• Get your tickets to Gather in Dallas at https://www.jennieallen.com/gatherticketsCONNECT ON SOCIALS:• Instagram | YouTube | Facebook | TikTok | Pinterest

You are in for a powerful, hope-filled conversation with Jennie and the incredible women behind the Girls Gone Bible podcast, Angela and Ari. They share their raw and redemptive testimonies of meeting Jesus, breaking free from addiction, overcoming anxiety and mental torment, and the miraculous way God brought them together. They also talk about the purpose behind their brand-new devotional Out of the Wilderness—written to help people in their hardest seasons know that Jesus is near. If you’ve ever felt numb, stuck, or wondered if God could use your story, this episode will light your faith on fire. HELPFUL LINKS: Grab a copy of Out of the Wilderness: A 31-Day Devotional from Girls Gone Bible here CONNECT ON SOCIALS ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Pinterest

Jennie Allen welcomes her sister Brooke Warnock to talk about one of the most life-giving tools they’ve ever used: the Life Plan process. Brooke is a trained Life Plan facilitator who helps people discover their “sweet spot”—that unique combination of gifts, passions, and purpose that God has placed in each of us. They discuss how this process has brought both of them massive clarity for decision-making, purpose, and direction. Whether you’re a stay-at-home mom, a business leader, or in a new season of life, this conversation will give you hope and practical encouragement to take ownership of your calling. Join the Dwell Differently membership and receive monthly tools like temporary tattoos, stickers, and lock screens to help you hide God’s Word in your heart. Use code MADEFORTHIS at dwelldifferently.com for your first month free! HELPFUL LINKS Save $500 when you schedule a Life Plan with Brooke and mention Made For This. Help the kids in your life navigate big emotions and anxious thoughts with Jennie’s new picture book What to Do With Your Whirly Swirly Thoughts. Available everywhere books are sold! CONNECT ON SOCIALS ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Pinterest

Jennie sits down with her longtime friends Gabe and Rebekah Lyons for a raw and redemptive conversation about marriage. In their new book The Fight for Us, the Lyons open up about their 28 years of marriage—the early diagnosis of their son’s Down syndrome, unspoken pain, their different conflict styles, and what nearly tore them apart. But they also share what brought them back together: humility, rhythms of connection, and the courage to fight for each other instead of against. This episode is packed with tools for healing, hope for the hurting, and a big reminder: marriage doesn’t have to be stuck. It can be resurrected. If you're on a mission to sleep better, start with your sheets...and these are our favorites! Try Boll & Branch risk-free for 30 nights and get 20% off during their annual spring event at bollandbranch.com/madeforthis. HELPFUL LINKS Grab Gabe and Rebekah’s new book The Fight for Us, available now wherever books are sold. Each chapter ends with “Conversations for Couples” to help you reconnect and move forward together. CONNECT ON SOCIALS ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Pinterest

This episode is a powerful, vulnerable read from Chapter 9 of Get Out of Your Head. Jennie brings us back to the foundational truth that we are not meant to do life alone. Whether you’re stuck in spiraling thoughts, weighed down by shame, or afraid to let others see the real you, this episode is a wake-up call to let yourself be fully known. From adoption lessons to brain science, from Scripture to real-life mess, Jennie walks us through what it means to live in true community — the kind that heals, holds, and helps us fight the lies that isolate us. If you’ve ever withheld your “last 2%” from others, you’ll hear why it might be the very thing keeping you stuck… and how speaking it out loud could change everything. Grab a copy today of Jennie's newest book for kids, What To Do With Your Whirly, Swirly Thoughts! CONNECT ON SOCIALS ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Pinterest

When life hurts, when the pressure is relentless, and when joy feels out of reach—what do you do? In today’s conversation, Jennie sits down with pastor, teacher, and author Chip Ingram to talk about what it really means to choose joy in the middle of pain, disappointment, and uncertainty. Chip shares his powerful personal story of chronic pain, loss, and the slow journey back to joy through Philippians 1. You’ll walk away with a fresh perspective and four practical questions you can start asking right now to reset your focus, reframe your circumstances, and experience the kind of joy that doesn’t depend on everything going right. What if you could memorize one Bible verse a month—without overthinking it? That's exactly what Dwell Differently helps you do! Use code MADEFORTHIS to get your first month free at dwelldifferently.com! HELPFUL LINKS Chip’s brand-new book, I Choose Joy, releases June 3rd and is available wherever books are sold. — ⁠Order here!⁠ Jennie's newest kids book is NOW AVAILABLE! CONNECT ON SOCIALS ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠TikTok⁠ | ⁠Pinterest

Today we’re talking about something so many of us are facing — how to help our kids when their minds are spinning with worry, fear, and big emotions. It’s actually perfect timing because my newest kids’ book, based on Get Out Of Your Head, is now available — What To Do With Your Whirly, Swirly Thoughts— and it’s all about giving kids (and ourselves) simple tools to name their feelings and find peace when their thoughts feel out of control. Jennie shares practical, hope-filled ways to help kids navigate fear, build resilience, and anchor their hearts in God’s truth.  So whether you’re a parent, an aunt, a coach, a teacher — this conversation is for you. Let’s dive into what to say, what to do, and how to anchor our kids (and ourselves) in truth when anxiety tries to take over. Get a copy of What To Do With Your Whirly, Swirly Thoughts⁠ today and leave a review - we'd love to know what your family thinks about the book ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️! CONNECT ON SOCIALS • Instagram | YouTube | Facebook | TikTok | Pinterest