Do you know your enemy? Western culture has reduced the devil to a little red, mythical creature holding a pitchfork. But, as believers, it's crucial to understand that the devil and his companions are real—existing only to defile, divide, and conquer the image bearers of God. Through this two-part series, we will explore the Scriptures and examine the enemy's tactics and devices so that you know how to fight when he attacks. Join us on today's episode of Conversations with John and Lisa...

Have you ever wondered if God hears your prayers? In a world increasingly built for disconnection, we must create space for intentional words with God. Here’s the good news: God longs to have conversations with us more than we long to have them with Him. In today’s episode, we’re joined by a special guest, Addison Bevere, as we discuss what it means to wrestle with God. If you want to learn to hear His voice more clearly, tune in to today’s episode of Conversations with Lisa and Addison...

Are you ready for revival to sweep the land? Revival is here—and as God’s Spirit continues to move, it may cause division among believers. But Jesus says, “...No one pours new wine into old wineskins. Otherwise, the wine will burst the skins, and both the wine and the wineskins will be ruined. No, they pour new wine into new wineskins.” (Mark 2:22) In this episode of Conversations, John and Lisa Bevere dive into how we can catch His heart for all He wants to do in our nation. Tune in now...

Women are under attack. Amidst an ongoing cultural assault, we must turn to Scripture and discover God’s true calling for women. In this episode of Conversations, John and Lisa Bevere dive into the vital truth about women’s roles in the church. Drawing from Scripture and personal experiences, they highlight the significance of a woman’s voice in proclaiming the Gospel. Take a seat, grab a notebook, and tune in to explore what it truly means to be a woman of God in today’s world....

Want to unlock life as God TRULY intends it? Lasting legacy, wisdom, protection, peace, safety, and joy—these are just a few of over 40 promises given in Scripture for those who fear the Lord. In this episode of Conversations, we discuss how embracing a healthy fear of God “flips the narrative” of our lives. Diving into Scripture, and sharing practical examples from our own lives, we'll unpack how developing holy fear raises you to a higher level of living—one that’ll leave a generational...

With only one week left til the launch of John's new book, The Awe of God, we wanted to dedicate this episode to sharing some of the heart behind this message. So many think the fear of the Lord is just an Old Testament message that has little application to our lives today—but is this true? Scripture does say that perfect love casts out fear—but does that really mean that holy fear shouldn't be a part of our lives as New Testament believers? In this episode, John shares how Jesus delighted...

According to a recent Barna study, church dropouts have risen to 64%. Only one in four Americans are a practicing Christian—a number that has dropped in half since 2000. Why? What is missing from our churches? In this week’s episode of Conversations, John and Lisa Bevere dive deep into the often missing ingredient for true intimacy with God: the fear of the Lord. Fearing God is very different than being afraid of God. Instead, it’s the key to everything. Join us as we discuss how this...

As we kick off 2023, we want to share how we set our focus for the year ahead. We all want to start our year off right, but how many of us know that a little distraction or deviation can quickly derail everything? That’s why we want to prepare you with focus. The power of focus will eliminate confusion and help you meet your goals. As the saying goes, “You become what you behold." Join us as we launch the first episode of the New Year with a conversation about focus, and through sharing...

Before we rush into the new year, we thought it would be valuable to spend this episode of the Conversations Podcast reflecting back on some of the key takeaways from 2022. In this episode, we’re diving into some of the key lessons we learned personally over this last year, as well as offering some thoughts on what happened in the world. A lot happened in 2022, and we’re talking about it here! What are some lessons you learned over this last year? Take the time to do some personal...

Ignorance is bliss, right? Wrong. When it comes to marriage, what we don't know often causes us untold amounts of frustration and heartache. Today on Conversations, we want to talk about four things we wish we would have known decades ago. Our goal in sharing these lessons is that we can deposit these life-altering, marriage-changing truths into your life so that you can learn from our mistakes. From watching your words, to investing in the right people, our sincere hope is that this episode...

Are you losing hope and feeling like you have nothing to look forward to in your family or marriage? Over the last forty years, we've grown and changed in many ways, but one of the best things we've done has been learning to find more joy in each other and in our family. Joy can be hard to find—especially when you are struggling to keep the right perspective in challenging seasons. On this episode of the Conversations podcast, we want to give you some essential keys to squeezing a bit more...

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...

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...

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...

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 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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Holy week is upon us, and fittingly, a meditation on the cross and the role it plays in our lives as followers of Jesus. Many understand the cross as a historical event—but how do we bring the realities of what Jesus accomplished at Calvary into our present-day lives? Two thousand years later, Jesus's death, burial, and resurrection are still where our faith derives its power! Today’s podcast will teach you all about the unstoppable power of the cross and how we can wield it to overcome the...

When it comes to spiritual disciplines, most of us prioritize a select few—reading the Scriptures, praying, and being a part of a community. One practice that often gets overlooked is fasting. In this Conversations episode, we demystify fasting—breaking down popular misconceptions and taking a deep dive into common questions surrounding it. When you learn what fasting is all about, and how to engage with God through it, you will connect with Him like never before and position yourself for...

Every parent wants to raise kids who fulfill their god-given potential in life. A big part of that is teaching them how to become good stewards of one of God's most amazing gifts—their bodies. In this brand new episode of Conversations with John and Lisa, you'll get the chance to hear from world-renowned nutrition experts Dr. Josh Axe and Jordan Rubin, who will be sharing how to create a culture of health in your house. This special episode is pulled from the new Healthy Kids course which is...

Do you have high joy levels? We see clearly in Scripture that joy is a fruit of the Spirit, but how do we walk in joy when our circumstances are less than ideal? The truth is, when your attitude is based on the eternal things of God, you will be able to walk in joy no matter your circumstances. This is what we’re diving into this week on Conversations with John and Lisa. Listen in and learn how to operate with joy even when it doesn’t make sense. We hope this episode empowers you to walk in...