Lighten Up Podcast: Recent Episodes
Maddie Hernandez and Iris Fuentes
Maddie Hernandez and Iris Fuentes have a heart for advancing the Kingdom of God through life-giving words of wisdom and connecting with others. As Jesus spoke in John 8:12, proclaiming that as He is the Light of the World, and whoever follows Him will not walk in darkness, these two “20-something” women aim to share their life experiences of what it looks like to walk in The Light, in hopes that it’ll bring light to those who are listening.
The girls are back and better than ever! In the episode, we give you guys a life update and what’s been on our hearts. We’re so excited for this next season and we’re ready to lighten things up again! Make sure to share, leave a review, and follow us on instagram (@lightenup812). Thanks and God Bless! -Maddie and Iris :)
We all feel burnout in certain aspects of our lives, like in your career or your relationships. But can we feel burnout spiritually? 100%! In today’s episode, Maddie and Iris breakdown what spiritual burnout is, how it can manifest in your life, and some ways to tackle your own personal burnout. Tune in to see what they have to say! Make sure to share, leave a review, and follow us on instagram (@lightenup812). Thanks and God Bless! -Maddie and Iris :)
The girls had their first ever live event and were so extremely blessed to share a word with a great ministry! Today’s episode, Maddie and Iris focus on Christian maturity and growth and how each have shaped them into the people they are today. This was a prayer answered for the pod and we are so grateful for everyone who played a part to make this happen! Make sure to share, leave a review, and follow us on instagram (@lightenup812). Thanks and God Bless! -Maddie and Iris :)
What’s up podcast! Maddie and Iris are back from their break and ready to start up season two! They are starting this season with a bang with their first ever live podcast episode and are super excited for this amazing opportunity. If you would like to be a part of this live podcast, go to the pod’s instagram page (@lightenup812) for the deets! The girls are so happy to be back and are always so grateful to you listeners. Thanks and God Bless! - Maddie and Iris :)
Our tenth episode special! You asked and Maddie and Iris answered! They speak on forgiveness, convictions, and their goals for the rest of the summer. Thank you guys so much for an amazing first season! It has been an amazing journey. We’ll catch y’all in season 2! Make sure to share, leave a review, and follow us on instagram (@lightenup812). Thanks and God Bless! -Maddie and Iris :)
In the Bible, it is proclaimed that suffering will be inevitable. But how do we navigate through this time? Maddie and Iris open up about their personal journeys with suffering, and how it has shaped them into the Christian women they have become. Make sure to share and leave a review and follow us on instagram (@lightenup812). Thanks and God Bless! -Maddie and Iris :)
Today’s episode is a tough subject: forgiveness. Join Maddie and Iris as they talk about how forgiveness has shaped them, and how forgiveness is crucial to live a healthy Christian life. Make sure to share and leave a review and follow us on instagram (@lightenup812). Thanks and God Bless! -Maddie and Iris :)
In this episode, Maddie and Iris invite their friends, Drs. Sofia and Ryan Delcambre, to discuss The Great Commandment (Luke 10:27). Together, they dissect each part of the verse and how they implement them into their lives, how walking with the Lord looks in the professional setting, and share their experiences of seeing the Lord in the medical field. Join in this conversation of loving the Lord our God! Make sure to share and leave a review and follow us on instagram (@lightenup812). Thanks and God Bless! -Maddie and Iris :)
Being single is tough! But so are relationships. In this episode, Maddie and Iris reflect on how church culture shapes relationship statuses, how they view singleness, and advice on how to thrive in whichever stage you are in. Whether you are a single lady or you got a ring on it (yes, we did just quote Beyoncé), there is something for everyone in the episode! Make sure to share and leave a review and follow us on instagram (@lightenup812). Thanks and God Bless! -Maddie and Iris :)
Our Church is where we grow and socialize; it is who we are. So, what happens if the culture we create is not what we imagined it would be? In this episode, Maddie and Iris break down what "Big C vs. Little C" means, what a good (and bad) church culture looks like, and their personal thoughts and experiences with church society. Tune in to see what they have to say! Make sure to leave a review and follow us on instagram (@lightenup812) Thanks and God Bless! -Maddie and Iris :)
On this week's episode, the girls invite their friend Tayo to takle the subject of surrendering. Tune in as they share how they have personally dealt with struggle, what they've learned from struggle, and how to tackle your own struggles. Go and support Tayo's Podcast: https://anchor.fm/tayo-faith The article that we spoke on during the episode: https://www.lastdaysministries.org/Groups/1000087742/Last_Days_Ministries/Articles/By_Winkie_Pratney/Free_As_A/Free_As_A.aspx Podcast Instagram: @lightenup812 If you like what we're up to, make to share and review the podcast! Thank you and God Bless -Maddie and Iris :)
Finals season is upon us; and whether you're a student or in the workforce, there is something that we are all in need of right now: some rest. In this episode, Maddie and Iris talk about their struggles in finding rest, why rest is important, and how to implement healthy rest in your life! Leave us a review and follow us on instagram (@lightenup812) Thanks and God Bless! -Maddie and Iris :)
In this episode, Iris and Maddie discuss how God can use un in the most impossible ways when we invite Him to move in our lives. God does not call the equipped, He equips the called!
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Welcome to the first episode of the Lighten Up Podcast! We're so excited you're here as we walk together in the Light as a community. In this episode we introduce ourselves and our vision for this podcast. Lighten Up Instagram: @lightenup812 https://www.instagram.com/lightenup812/