Conversations with John & Lisa Bevere

We are BACK!

Today, after a short hiatus, we're picking up where we left off with the Conversations podcast!

We recently celebrated our 40th wedding anniversary—which is no small feat considering how difficult things were early on for us. We know many of you guys are going through similar struggles to what we went through, so we wanted to share some big take-aways that we've learned over the past four decades.

Whether it's dealing with comparison, moving from your spouse's critic to their champion, learning how to play to their strengths, or beyond—you'll find something in this episode that will bless you! It’s our hope that these lessons bring breakthrough to couples who need answers and direction—like we did!

We’re excited to be back on Conversations! Tune in, and if you haven't already, make sure to subscribe so you don't miss a single episode.

We have something exciting in store for this season of Conversations with John & Lisa. We'll be back in two weeks with new, fresh podcast content! But to celebrate passing 200 episodes, we’d like to bring you the “Best of Conversations” to share some of our most popular episodes you may have missed!

In today’s throwback episode, John and Lisa offer personal stories as well as insights from James 5:16-18 to encourage us to pray with passion and a persistent attitude. 

This is just part one of a three-part series that initially aired in 2017!

If you enjoyed today’s conversation, check out the two remaining episodes in the series by following the links below!

Part 2 - Taking Authority https://conversations-with-john-lisa-bevere.simplecast.com/episodes/fervent-prayer-taking-authority

Part 3 - Speak to It https://conversations-with-john-lisa-bevere.simplecast.com/episodes/fervent-prayer-speak-to-it

We have something exciting in store for this season of Conversations with John & Lisa. We'll be back shortly with new, fresh podcast content! But to celebrate passing 200 episodes, we’d like to bring you the “Best of Conversations” to share some of our most popular episodes you may have missed!

As parents, we all want our kids to grow up with a solid grasp on faith and an understanding of who they are created to be in Christ. But how do we truly impart this revelation from one generation to the next?

Today on the Conversations podcast, we’re unpacking this question with our oldest and youngest sons, Addison and Arden.

In this episode, we’re sitting down to discuss how one generation can truly instill faith and identity into the next. We’re sharing stories from our own experiences, and while we haven’t done this whole thing perfectly, we hope you’re able to take some lessons from the things we’ve done well (and not so well!), and build a legacy of faith for your family!

We hope this episode equips you to embrace the adventure of life with God as you discover who He created you to be!

Also, you can dive deeper into the I AM and I AM Transformed messages today — get the books anywhere books are sold or in the Messenger Store by following the link below!

https://store.messengerinternational.org/products/i-am-transformed

We have something exciting in store for this season of Conversations with John & Lisa. We'll be back shortly with new, fresh podcast content! But to celebrate passing 200 episodes, we’d like to bring you the “Best of Conversations” to share some of our most popular episodes you may have missed!

Today's episode, recorded in 2019, is one of our most popular and shared episodes.

Anger is a deep emotion that not many handle well—especially in marriage or in the raising of kids. But today, we want to give those of you out there who are ready to form a healthier relationship with anger the tools we used to experience breakthrough. Join John and Lisa in this honest conversation and uncover practical ways to overcome unhealthy anger in your life!

Want more conversations on the every day topics that shape our lives? Check out our newest podcast called “At Home With The Beveres” and join a vibrant discussion on navigating family well!

We are living in a world full of distractions. With all of the noise of our fast-paced, hurried lifestyles, it's critical we learn to slow down, still our hearts, and hear from God.

Today on Conversations, we dive into a most needed conversation—practicing solitude. Do you have a rhythm of being alone with God? Or do you find yourself gravitating toward disconnection and escapism?

There are many differences between merely isolating yourself and intentionally practicing solitude. Our hope for this podcast is that it leaves you inspired to cultivate a new rhythm of rest and connection in the secret place.

What drives your obedience to God? Is it receiving a blessing? Does it come from feeling obligated? Or does it come from a deep love for Him? When it comes to obedience, your motivation matters. A lot. So how do you find the right motivation so you can walk in sustained, long-term obedience to God?

How do you obey even when the road is marked with difficulty and sacrifice?

Today, we discuss the right motivation for long-term obedience—and the blessings that come from it. May this episode help you tap into a more-surrendered and more fulfilling life!

We all participate in team structures. Whether in families, organizations, or community groups, learning to function within a team dynamic is crucial for winning in life, at work, and at home. In today’s Conversations episode, we bring some of the best teachers on leadership—our dear friends and co-MessengerX instructors Lyle Wells and Meredith King! This podcast is a sneak peek at a lesson from their new course Overcoming 5 Team Challenges. You’ll discover practical tools to help you navigate some of the most common pitfalls teams fall into so you can build a more effective, connected team. Tune in to start building toward your team’s success!

Is there ever a time when it's OK to “cancel” someone? The question itself can seem intense, but cancel culture presents us with some serious dilemmas that we must tackle as a church. 

How can we create an atmosphere that walks in both grace and truth with the ultimate goal of restoration while culture is setting a precedent of shunning and excommunicating those who make mistakes or hold certain opposing viewpoints? 

In this episode of Conversations with John and Lisa, we return to part two on navigating cancel culture. Whether you have questions about being canceled, are facing pressure from the mob of public opinion to cave, or need to process forgiveness, tune in to this conversation for the help you need!

Far too many view God as an overbearing and critical father, sitting with His arms crossed in disapproval of us.

If this is how you see God, it will hold you back in significant ways. You won’t want to be close to Him. You’ll struggle to spend time with Him. You’ll struggle to see yourself and others clearly.  You’ll struggle to live with the confidence that comes from knowing you are a beloved child.

None of this is in God’s true heart for you! Your Father doesn’t just have love for you, He is Love for you! You are made for something untamed, wild, and limitless that can only be found in Jesus! You no longer have to live constantly striving to feel loved. You, beloved, are already fiercely loved.

Today on the Conversations podcast, join us as we discuss the new Fiercely Loved 90-day devotional! It’s time to change the way you think God thinks about you.

Have you ever been a victim of hateful speech or spiteful intolerance and not known how to respond? Or have you ever kept silent for fear of an angry mob of keyboard warriors?

It’s stunning to see how many people think canceling someone is the answer. We are living in a time when people fearlessly air their opinions online and receive the backlash of public silencing and shaming. Sometimes, this even extends into face-to-face conversations.

Cancel culture is an epidemic where people are losing their ability to talk things through. In this pivotal cultural moment, what is the church to do?

Today, we embark on part one of a two-part series discussing Cancel Culture and how we as Christians should respond to this growing movement.

May this conversation equip you to be an agent of healing in a culture of division.