Real Life with Lynne: Recent Episodes
Lynne
Whether you clicked a link, know me personally or just stumbled across this podcast, I'm glad you made it! Here you will find encouragement, authenticity and practical talk about applying Scripture to our lives combined with examples from the real world and a little humor too ;) enjoy! If you want to connect with me, I have a Facebook page or you can email me at reallifewithlynne@gmail.com!
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What happens in the space between our prayers and God’s deliverance? In this episode of Real Life with Lynne, we step into Exodus 2:23–25 and sit with the Israelites in their suffering—long before the plagues, the miracles, and the Red Sea. This is the moment where the people groaned, cried out, and wondered if God was listening.
Through a dramatic retelling and honest reflection, I explore four powerful truths about God’s character: He hears, He remembers, He sees, and He knows. Even when rescue feels delayed and silence feels heavy, God is not absent. He is at work—often in ways we cannot yet see.
If you find yourself waiting, weary, or questioning where God is in the midst of it all, this episode offers reassurance that the space between the cry and the rescue is still held by Him.
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As a new year approaches, it’s natural to look back on where we’ve been and wonder what lies ahead. In this episode of Real Life with Lynne, I reflect on Philippians 3:7–14 and share what I am asking God for in 2026 — healing from reopened wounds, a deeper trust in the power of the resurrection, and growth in contentment with both what I have and who God has created me to be.
This episode is an honest conversation about holding the past loosely while pressing forward with hope, even when the journey feels unfinished. Together, we’re reminded that the ultimate goal isn’t perfection or progress, but being found in Jesus and truly knowing Him.
Whether you’re entering a new year with clarity or uncertainty, this episode offers space to pause, reflect, and press on with faith.
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When the Israelites stood trapped between Pharaoh’s army and the Red Sea, God’s presence became their shield. A simple cloud blocked the enemy, and a mighty wind worked all night to part the waters. In this episode, we’ll reflect on what it means to trust God in the waiting — when the miracle hasn’t yet come, but His presence is already enough.
Be encouraged: even when the night feels long, God is still making a way.
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When you look into the mirror, what do you see? For many of us, the reflection feels fractured — flaws, failures, and broken pieces staring back. But the mirror isn’t the final word. In this episode, we’ll talk about how God sees beyond the cracks to the whole masterpiece He created. Together, we’ll explore Scriptures that remind us of who we truly are in Christ and why our worth isn’t measured by a shattered reflection, but by the One who formed us.
This episode is an invitation to step away from the lies of the mirror and lean into the truth of God’s gaze — a truth that calls us chosen, loved, and redeemed.
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Are we simply checking boxes of faith, or are we truly walking in friendship with God? In this episode, Lynne explores the tension between religion and relationship within Christianity. Through a modern retelling of the Pharisees’ mindset, biblical insight, and reflective questions, listeners are invited to consider where they fall on the continuum. Discover how God calls us beyond appearances and into authentic intimacy with Him.
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We've all seen Bible verses printed on coffee mugs, t-shirts, or wall art — Jeremiah 29:11, Philippians 4:13, Romans 8:28. They’re beautiful promises, but sometimes they get so familiar that we forget the weight behind them. In this episode, we’ll talk about how easy it is to let God’s promises become background noise, and how to return to the truth that these words aren’t just nice sayings — they’re living promises from a God who keeps His Word.
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Sometimes the most powerful thing we can offer isn’t advice, but presence. In this episode, I reflect on Ecclesiastes 3 and a song that reshaped my perspective—Not Right Now by Jason Gray. Together, they remind us there’s a time to speak, and a time to simply show up, sit in the dark, and let silence speak.
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What does God love and care about? There are SO many things we could name - helping widows and orphans, the health of the church, or even the spread of the gospel. But, what do you think He cares about when it comes to you specifically? Listen in as we dive deeper into another piece of God's foundation and explore another perspective on what God cares about!
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Who does God love? Your answer to this question is one piece of the foundation you can fall on in times of trouble and joy! You may be thinking of an answer before you listen, but I encourage you to take a deep breath, set aside everything you know, and listen with a fresh perspective.
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When you first started learning to ride a bike, did you fall on the ground? All of us have taken a tumble to the ground one way or another, but how many of us fall down mentally or spiritually? Instead of falling to the ground, people often rest on their own knowledge, strengths, and skills OR they lean on someone nearby. Over the next few episodes, I hope you will listen in as I talk about six questions about God's relationship to us that are part of the solid foundation you can rest on everyday regardless of circumstances. Sit back and listen to an introduction to the series and the story of a woman God met when she fell to her knees in desperation.
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Sit back, relax, and enjoy listening to the story of King David who wrote a prayer from a cave...while fleeing for his life! There's also a few personal stories wrapped in there too :) enjoy and be encouraged today!
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Have you fully embraced God as the Wonderful Counselor He is? Listen in as I talk about my journey to choosing to see a professional counselor and what the Bible says about it.
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How can we have courage in a world full of things to fear? God actually created our physical bodies to harness fear for our good - do you think He can do the same in other areas of our lives? I hope you will listen in as I walk through some aspects of my own journey to learning how to harness fear and have courage.
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Holiday seasons bring up a whole host of emotion and grief is one of the strongest. If you're wrestling with grief or know someone who is, listen in as I share examples from the Bible and what we can learn from it!
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A good story has a way of sticking in our brains and Jesus used stories to illustrate spiritual truth in a relatable way! Listen in as I talk about what God has laid on my heart next. I'm genuinely excited to share it with you!!
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On a recent road trip, I realized that sometimes I treat Jesus like a travel center on the interstate...I only stop when "needed" and I sometimes don't think I need Him!! Listen in as I discuss the verses God has used to help me grow in my faith, and remember my daily need for Him.
Do you know the saying "take your thoughts captive"? Do your thoughts ever take you captive instead? Listen in as I talk a little about the thoughts that keep me from walking in freedom in Christ as 2023 gets started! If you want to send me prayer requests or share some thoughts that imprison you, feel free to email me at reallifewithlynne@gmail.com or find me on my Facebook page called Real Life with Lynne.
Could you use a break right now? Sometimes we need to stop.....take a deep breath.....and lift our head out of the tasks life brings. I hope you listen in as I share about a season of burnout I experienced and how God used one word from the Bible to teach me how to give myself a break!
Do you ever find yourself on cruise control in your life? Need a wake up call? I sure did. Listen in on a piece of what God has been showing me lately. I hope God uses it to encourage you today!
Do you believe the same power that rose Jesus from the grave lives in Christians today? Join me as I unpack a little bit of what God is teaching me about prayer, the resurrection and what difference it can make in our lives. May you be encouraged to continue praying for that ONE THING you've been laying at His feet.
Have you ever heard the term "ministry" at church or in Christian circles? Come along with me on my personal journey to defining ministry, looking at the life of Jesus and expanding on conventional thoughts about ministry.
Did you know that asking questions can strengthen your faith and may even be a natural, human thing? Join me on this latest episode as we look at Jesus' response to two different people who asked Him questions, and see what it may reveal about His heart toward our questions. You are not alone in asking and Jesus encourages us to do so! Enjoy!
What do you value most in life? Is it your family, friends, money, etc.? The world is full of things that distract or come between us and our relationship with Jesus. Come along with me as God issues a reminder to us all about what matters most.
Did you know the most powerful words in the Bible can be "but God"? The events following those words are often miraculous, awesome interventions of God for His people. Join me in this episode walking through some "but God" moments and consider times when God helped you. Hope you are encouraged!
As always, feel free to interact or give feedback via email at reallifewithlynne@gmail.com or the podcast's Facebook page.
How do you know when you're doing the right thing? Listen in as I explore what it means to do the "right thing" according to Jesus where I discuss one of His encounters with the Pharisees. Feel free to find me on Facebook or send me an email for feedback or further discussion!
Do you ever find yourself holding onto something that you probably shouldn't? In this episode, I take a few minutes to explore emotional pain and God's role in our lives as we experience it! May you be encouraged to walk in freedom instead of bogged down in the pains of this world.
Have you heard Christians tell someone to "be like Jesus"? In this episode, I explore a different perspective on the phrase and the potential pitfalls of using it too much. Life is a journey...and certainly not a perfect one! If you like it or want to share feedback, find the podcast on Facebook or send me an email at reallifewithlynne@gmail.com.
Have you ever had your plans messed up? These days, we can all say we've been in that boat. Join me in this episode as we talk about people in the Bible who also had their plans messed up and how God turned it around for good!
What is the goal of life? - such a heavy question and so little time! In the first official episode, I take a few minutes to discuss my journey to finding some answer to this question and share a story from the Bible to show how Jesus makes a big difference! If your interest is peaked, have a listen!