Made For This with Jennie Allen – Details, episodes & analysis

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

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 Jay’s life, and why your yes to Compassion matters more than you know. Jennie is passionate about partnering with Compassion International to support children and families in need. Pull out your phone and text JENNIE to 83393. You’ll receive a photo of a child waiting for a sponsor and a link to sponsor that kid through Compassion International. Be a part of this powerful movement that is changing lives around the world! Plus, you could join Jennie and the team on a trip to Peru to meet your sponsored child! HELPFUL LINKS • Learn more about Compassion here --> compassion.com/madeforthis. CONNECT ON SOCIALS: Instagram | YouTube | Facebook | TikTok | Pinterest

There are a few people who have had a significant impact on my life and Pete Richardson is one of them. This conversation is about living with a vision and a strategic plan, both in our day-to-day and in the long term. You're going to love it! Thanks Prose! Take your free hair quiz and get 50% off your first subscription order PLUS 15% off and free shipping every subscription order prose.com/MADEFORTHIS MAIN POINTS: 2:20 Jennie introduces Pete Richardson and the impact he’s had on her family. 6:44 How the process of a Lifeplan works and the value of a person’s story. 9:00 How old do you have to be to live a strategic plan in life. 11:56 A few discerning life changing questions to cultivate relational and personal health. 13:15 Pete goes through the P.I.E.S acronym holistic tool. 18:42 Life planning vs manipulating God. The need for a vision for the future. 23:33 Peter Richardson addresses fear when considering the future, God’s Kingdom and God-given gifts. 31:48 We partner with God. His spirit works, and we move. HELPFUL LINKS: Join the newsletter Sign up for texts from Jennie and team CONNECT ON SOCIALS: Instagram | YouTube

How do I love the people who are hard to love? Let's talk about it. This is not easy stuff we're talking about but it matters and I want to take on the world and love others like Jesus. Thanks StoryWorth. Get $10 off your first purchase at StoryWorth.com/madeforthis Get the Pre-Order Bundle including on-set interview with Jonathan Roumie, the first 4 chapters and the 'Are Emotions Good or Bad' Devotion here! HELPFUL LINKS: Join the newsletter Sign up for texts from Jennie and team CONNECT ON SOCIALS: Instagram | YouTube

Clint was a Navy Seal Officer, and a professional football player in the NFL, and he trains, prepares, and equips people to this day. He loves Jesus and has an incredible family! We talk about what it means to train... we can’t just hope for the best in the war for our minds. We train for it and when the need arises, we choose the truth of Scripture. Thanks, Prose! Take your free hair quiz and get 50% off your first subscription order PLUS 15% off and free shipping on every subscription order prose.com/MADEFORTHIS MAIN POINTS 2:19 Clint shares a little bit about his story. 6:26 Mental capacity required to be a fighter. The cultivation of the mind allows you to weather the surprise. 8:36 The role of fight or flight and fear. 10:01 Difference between victory and winning. 13:12 Scripture allows us to hear this triumphant complete voice. 16:36 Clint unpack angles, allies, and advantages. 20:43 Fear isn’t the bad guy. How to navigate being afraid. 25:05 The role of grace amid a spiral. HELPFUL LINKS: Join the newsletter Sign up for texts from Jennie and team CONNECT ON SOCIALS: Instagram | YouTube

We're talking about expectations and marriage, but no matter what season of life you're in, handling our expectations of others is relevant in ANY relationship. Don't miss this. Find Paul Tripp here: paultripp.com Thanks Chomps! Go to Chomps.com/MADEFORTHIS for 20% off your first order and free shipping. MAIN POINTS: 1:23 Paul Tripp introduces himself and his teaching on the Gospel. 2:51 Biblical expectations vs. unbiblical expectations. 4:30 Paul unpacks the syndrome that starts with desire 8:09 The hope we have in marriage, and what grace means in marriage and relationships. 13:02 Jennie and Paul describe the tension between how we’re supposed to need each other but our happiness does not fully come from each other in marriage. 19:33 What the Gospel says about our fear of enabling a spouse and how to live with patience. 26:00 Love of God and love of my neighbor is the most joyful liberating experience a person can have. 27:34 The Gospel is big enough for a marriage. HELPFUL LINKS: Join the newsletter Sign up for texts from Jennie and team CONNECT ON SOCIALS: Instagram | YouTube

In this episode, Jennie explores the war against noise. Addressing the incessant distractions of our modern age, Jennie unpacks the negative thought spirals, emphasizing the allure of distraction that hinders our connection with God. She encourages us to become vigilant in recognizing and limiting these distractions by prioritizing time with God as the foundational strategy in combatting noise. Jennie provides a compelling call to embrace stillness with God amidst the noise, offering actionable steps for engaging truth amid a noisy world. Wondering where to start in reading your Bible? Jennie and Chloe cover that too! Join Jennie LIVE in Dallas, on February 12th as she celebrates the release of Untangle Your Emotions - get all the details and tickets here! >> https://whiteschapel.churchcenter.com/calendar/event/143568650 MAIN POINTS 00:53 Pulling back favorite episodes during this holiday season. 2:19 Noise vs. Silent, entering advent season introduction. 3:05 Jennie talks about the Seven enemies of our generation. Anxiety, victimhood to noise. We live in the noisiest generation. She talks about how to navigate the difficult spiral of thoughts. 4:16 Jennie talks about how we have a choice to change the way we think. We can choose the truth. 5:46 What noise tells us in life, and Kate’s example about social media.7:50 The point of spending time with Jesus. 11:57 Uganda story with Food For the Hungry. 13:56 God knows our thoughts. This brings companionship and accountability. 16:02 God likes you and delights in you. 19:34 Where do we start with spending time with God and reading our bible? HELPFUL LINKS: Join the newsletter Sign up for texts from Jennie and the team CONNECT ON SOCIALS: Instagram | YouTube | Facebook | TikTok | Pinterest

In this episode, Jennie invites Pastor Richmond Wandera to share his extraordinary journey from the streets of Uganda to becoming a source of hope to his community as a pastor. Richmond's story begins with a childhood marked by tragedy and struggle, but through the intervention of Compassion International, his life takes a miraculous turn. Listen to learn more about Richmond’s story and how you can make a difference in the lives of children in Uganda facing similar hardships. Join us on our mission to sponsor 1000 kids through Compassion by texting JENNIE to 83393 or by visiting http://compassion.com/madeforthis. Sponsor a child through the link today and receive a copy of 'Find Your People' in the mail as a thank you! MAIN POINTS: 00:09 Jennie Introduces Richmond Wandera 00:30 Richmond's shares what life was like in Uganda as a child 04:03 How Compassion International gave him hope 07:30 Finding God in suffering 11:20 The ministry of presence as a pastor 15:14 The importance of living simply 18:00 The global food crisis and how we can make a difference 20:57 How you can partner with Compassion International HELPFUL LINKS: Sponsor a Kid Join the newsletter Sign up for texts from Jennie and the team CONNECT ON SOCIALS: Instagram | YouTube | Facebook | TikTok | Pinterest

In this episode, we take a look at the advice Paul gives in his letter to the Galatians. Jennie explores the importance of restoring one another with gentleness, bearing each other's burdens, and avoiding the trap of pride. We will also discuss how the Gospel sets us free and the significance of living a life filled with the fruit of the Spirit. Get ready to be challenged and encouraged as we navigate through the complexities of following God and embracing our role as ambassadors of His love. MAIN POINTS: 00:11 Jennie read from Galatians 6:1-63:07 Christ alone is worthy of praise, worship, and following 7:33 Love, live, and share God's message boldly 12:00 Finding peace and connection through prayer 12:44 Jennie shares a personal story of the Church cutting out a loved one 15:40 Gratitude for God's transformative presence in us HELPFUL LINKS: Join the newsletter Sign up for texts from Jennie and the team CONNECT ON SOCIALS: Instagram | YouTube | Facebook | TikTok | Pinterest