Up-sigh-Down Podcast: Recent Episodes
Andrea Lyn Chartier
“We’re desperately in need of relief / From the demanded pursuit of perfection, affection, / And everything they say / Will be the way to freedom” ...But that isn’t the way to freedom, is it? These women have exhausted their belief in the up and down promises of culture, and are here to share the sigh of relief they’ve found in the upside down Kingdom of God. Tackling topics personal to their individual stories, guests join host Andrea Lyn Chartier to show how God uses the foolish things of the world to shame the wise, and the weak things of the world to shame the strong. | 1 Cor. 1:17-2:16 |
Challenging the assumption that dependency equates weakness, Melissa De Boer articulates our need for God and community.
Related Resources:
- "Live No Lies: Recognize and Resist the Three Enemies That Sabotage Your Peace" by John Mark Comer
(Episode recorded May 23, 2022)
Unpacking the pursuit of abiding with Christ, Katie Morden candidly discusses God's good design — and our great need — for rest.
Related Resources:
- "The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry: How to Stay Emotionally Healthy and Spiritually Alive in the Chaos of the Modern World" by John Mark Comer
(Episode recorded March 26, 2022)
After an extended New Years break, the podcast returns by addressing the often overwhelming question of personal callings. Seeking clarity in her own life, Shelby Gross offers valuable insight, speaking to the central purpose we all share as followers of Jesus.
Related Resources:
- "Unearthed" Sermon Series - Matt Chandler / The Village Church
Podcast's Social Media:
- Instagram (most consistently updated)
(Episode recorded February 17, 2022)
In this final episode of 2021, Natalie Miller tells her story of addiction with newfound freedom. Reflecting on the beliefs and experiences that led her to seek comfort in substance and relationships, she shares the intimate connection between this struggle and the paradox of her worth in Christ.
Related Resources:
- "My Worth Is Not In What I Own" by Keith and Kristyn Getty
Featured Artist/Business: Amanda Bea Artwork
Use the Promo Code "UPSIGHDOWN" to get 50% off of all:
- Phone Wallpapers (Christmas / New Year):
- via her Website
- via her Etsy
Podcast's Social Media:
- Instagram (most consistently updated)
(Episode recorded November 25, 2021)
With insights from her own struggles with body image and disordered eating, Breanna Wideman speaks towards the significance of our relationships with food to our relationships with Jesus. She encourages us to be cognizant of our motivations and language, recognizing their impact on both our own health and the health of others.
Featured Artist/Business: Amanda Bea Artwork
Use the Promo Code "UPSIGHDOWN" to get 10% off of :
- 2022 Land, Sea & Sky Scripture Calendar
- via her Website
- via her Etsy
(Episode recorded October 18, 2020)
Applying the words she speaks by choosing to speak them, Sharla Johnson demonstrates the power of vulnerability. Telling of her journey towards truth, she describes the experiences that taught her lies along with those that brought her freedom.
Featured Artist/Business: Amanda Bea Artwork
Use the Promo Code "UPSIGHDOWN" to get 10% off of :
- 2022 Land, Sea & Sky Scripture Calendar
- via her Website
- via her Etsy
(Episode recorded May 2, 2021)
Jenn Brubacher gives voice to the discomfort of unexpected and perhaps unwanted seasons, sharing how God's faithfulness offers peace amidst uncertainty and purpose amidst pain.
Related Resources:
- Youth for Christ (YFC)
- Organization website
- Youth Unlimited (Listowel, Ontario) website (Jenn's ministry)
- "The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry: How to Stay Emotionally Healthy and Spiritually Alive in the Chaos of the Modern World" by John Mark Comer
- Work Friends Podcast (Jenn is a host! 10/10 would recommend)
(Episode recorded December 30, 2020)
In our first guest episode, Kailyn Wong grapples with the never-ending pressure to be the best. She shares her continuing journey to freedom, learning to live out of her secure value in Christ and to reorder her pursuit of excellence for His glory rather than her own recognition.
Related Resources:
- “You Are Special” by Max Lucado
- Video reading
- Animation based on book
- Purchase on Amazon
(Episode recorded November 12, 2020)
Welcome, friends, to the Up-sigh-Down Podcast! With the help of guest host Sara Apostoaei, creator and host Andrea Lyn Chartier shares a bit about herself and her heart behind this project. Introducing and discussing the podcast’s original music, artwork, and structure, the two women invite listeners on a journey of weakness, foolishness, and lowliness redeemed.
Original song, Upside Down, composed by Andrea Lyn with co-songwriting credit to Mallory Chipman - available at https://andrealyn.bandcamp.com/track/upside-down
Artwork by Kendall Bergmann
(Episode recorded February 16, 2021)