That's Real with Hannah Lynn
137 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 7 ratingsThat’s Real with Hannah Lynn gives a daily dose of encouragement and advice to young adults who love and live God’s Word.
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Take One Day At a Time
January 04, 2021 06:00 - 1 minute - 961 KBI was looking online for a new 2021 planner. I came across an article written by a therapist. She talked about how she plans her schedule according to her clients and the unique challenges the pandemic brought to her practice. She shared she was crippled with anxiety. This is something many of us faced during this past year. Yes, therapists get anxious too. She suggested if you feel overwhelmed by planning for this next year, don't use a weekly or monthly planner, but a daily one. Isn’t that...
Peace is not Political
December 28, 2020 06:00 - 1 minute - 961 KBI’ve been watching the Crown on Netflix. When a royal son or daughter is born there’s press involved, the entire country celebrates It’s way over the top. That's not how it was when Jesus was born. The biggest thing that always hits me when I read the story of Jesus' birth is how God didn't come down as a ruler or a king. He came down as a baby in a manger. So many times in history, our generation included, we look to political leaders, presidents, rulers to bring us peace and hope. But our ...
Jesus, Rescuer
December 21, 2020 06:00 - 1 minute - 961 KBWhenever my husband, John Miller and I talk about future child names there’s always a bit of an argument. That’s real and I am hannah lynn. It probably doesn’t help that I want to call all my children after the names of flowers… Mary and Joseph didn’t have to decide on a baby name. An angel told Joseph, “She will bear a son and you shall call his name Jesus, for He will save His people from their sins” - Matthew 1:21 We all have a sin nature. By God's grace I see my sin nature come out ...
Sustainable Faith
December 14, 2020 06:00 - 1 minute - 961 KBI have been writing a fashion blog for a few years now and right away I started noticing the issues in the fashion industry. I read about “fast fashion”. Fast fashion are products that are made extremely cheap. This kind of fashion not only is cheap to make, it is also cheap in quality. Because fashion trends are changing so quickly too, your clothes go out of style quickly. This has added to the immense amount of waste. It’s so interesting. That’s why there is a push for something called ...
Just Call Me A Nomad
December 07, 2020 06:00 - 1 minute - 961 KBI’ve lived in almost every part of the city of Chicago. If you’re a college student you probably know the feeling of not having a permanent home especially during this COVID season. There’s a few things that I’ve learned through being a nomad for almost all of my adult life. I’m horrible at moving. But trash bags work for packing clothes. I get bored quickly in a place I live. My poor husband! I’ve tried to move about 6 times during this pandemic. You can live anywhere for 3 months. ...
Jesus Came to Give You Rest
November 30, 2020 06:00 - 1 minute - 961 KBI’m guilty of turning on the tv to relax. Studies have shown that staring at a tv actually doesn’t relax your brain. Although you’re body is no longer in motion, it’s the illusion of rest, because you’re brain is still being engaged. I do the same thing in my spiritual life. I strive do more for God, be a better person, do more for church. thinking I need to do more for my heart to be at peace. Did you know that Jesus said he wants to give us rest from the feeling of striving in our spiritua...
A Relationship with God Will Change Complaining into Thanksgiving
November 23, 2020 06:24 - 1 minute - 956 KBComplaining is not a good look. Just ask my mom. I thought I was right and my mom was wrong until I was around 25. I would always challenge her and grumbled when I didn't get my way. Then something clicked --- I grew up. I realized she’s right aaallll the time! And now I can't stop praising my mom. She’s a school nurse and I am so proud. I have a relationship with her, I trust her wisdom, she’s taught me so much, and I’ve walked through life with her…. It’s easy for me to praise her. She’s t...
How to Pray Scripture Over Your Friendships
November 16, 2020 17:00 - 1 minute - 961 KBPraying can grow your friendships and praying for your friends can grow your prayer life. Do you have conflict in friendship? Are you lonely? Pray scripture into your friendships. This could be an opportunity for God to really grow your faith and watch Him work. Our God is relational. He loves redemption, unity, peace, and His kids getting along. Here are four ways your friendships can change because of prayer. 1. If you’re lonely pray for a friend who is following after Jesus. Because ...
Elijah's Story
November 09, 2020 12:03 - 1 minute - 959 KBDepression is on the rise because of social isolation, job loss, the political climate, racial unrest and all the things that come with being in a pandemic. It's important to talk about depression in our circles. It's real! Let's look at the story of Elijah in 1 Kings 19. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Where Did Esther's Bravery Come From?
October 26, 2020 12:03 - 1 minute - 965 KBI was reading Esther chapter 7 when I had to pause. I stopped at the point when she revealed her true identity to the King. What a terrifying and courageous moment. She told the King she belonged with the people group who his right hand guy wanted to wipe out. I can’t help but think that belonging to the people of God gave her the courage she needed. She knew she belonged to God. That is how God wants you to live. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How to Pray Scripture Over Your Friendships
October 16, 2020 12:03 - 1 minute - 968 KBPraying can grow your friendships and praying for your friends can grow your prayer life. Do you have conflict in friendship? Are you lonely? Pray scripture into your friendships. This could be an opportunity for God to really grow your faith and watch Him work. Our God is relational. He loves redemption, unity, peace, and His kids getting along. Here are four ways your friendships can change because of prayer. 1. If you’re lonely pray for a friend who is following after Jesus. Because two i...
How to Pray Scripture Over Your Friendships
October 16, 2020 12:03 - 1 minute - 967 KBPraying can grow your friendships and praying for your friends can grow your prayer life. Do you have conflict in friendship? Are you lonely? Pray scripture into your friendships. This could be an opportunity for God to really grow your faith and watch Him work. Our God is relational. He loves redemption, unity, peace, and His kids getting along. Here are four ways your friendships can change because of prayer. 1. If you’re lonely pray for a friend who is following after Jesus. Because two i...
How to Pray Scripture Over Your Friendships
October 16, 2020 12:03 - 1 minute - 966 KBPraying can grow your friendships and praying for your friends can grow your prayer life. Do you have conflict in friendship? Are you lonely? Pray scripture into your friendships. This could be an opportunity for God to really grow your faith and watch Him work. Our God is relational. He loves redemption, unity, peace, and His kids getting along. Here are four ways your friendships can change because of prayer. 1. If you’re lonely pray for a friend who is following after Jesus. Because two i...
How to Pray Scripture Over Your Friendships
October 16, 2020 12:03 - 1 minute - 964 KBPraying can grow your friendships and praying for your friends can grow your prayer life. Do you have conflict in friendship? Are you lonely? Pray scripture into your friendships. This could be an opportunity for God to really grow your faith and watch Him work. Our God is relational. He loves redemption, unity, peace, and His kids getting along. Here are four ways your friendships can change because of prayer. 1. If you’re lonely pray for a friend who is following after Jesus. Because two i...
How to Pray Scripture Over Your Friendships
October 16, 2020 12:03 - 1 minute - 962 KBPraying can grow your friendships and praying for your friends can grow your prayer life. Do you have conflict in friendship? Are you lonely? Pray scripture into your friendships. This could be an opportunity for God to really grow your faith and watch Him work. Our God is relational. He loves redemption, unity, peace, and His kids getting along. Here are four ways your friendships can change because of prayer. 1. If you’re lonely pray for a friend who is following after Jesus. Because two i...
How to Pray Scripture Over Your Friendships
October 16, 2020 12:03 - 1 minute - 963 KBPraying can grow your friendships and praying for your friends can grow your prayer life. Do you have conflict in friendship? Are you lonely? Pray scripture into your friendships. This could be an opportunity for God to really grow your faith and watch Him work. Our God is relational. He loves redemption, unity, peace, and His kids getting along. Here are four ways your friendships can change because of prayer. 1. If you’re lonely pray for a friend who is following after Jesus. Because two i...
How to Pray Scripture Over Your Friendships
October 16, 2020 12:03 - 1 minute - 972 KBPraying can grow your friendships and praying for your friends can grow your prayer life. Do you have conflict in friendship? Are you lonely? Pray scripture into your friendships. This could be an opportunity for God to really grow your faith and watch Him work. Our God is relational. He loves redemption, unity, peace, and His kids getting along. Here are four ways your friendships can change because of prayer. 1. If you’re lonely pray for a friend who is following after Jesus. Because two i...
How to Pray Scripture Over Your Friendships
October 16, 2020 12:03 - 1 minute - 971 KBPraying can grow your friendships and praying for your friends can grow your prayer life. Do you have conflict in friendship? Are you lonely? Pray scripture into your friendships. This could be an opportunity for God to really grow your faith and watch Him work. Our God is relational. He loves redemption, unity, peace, and His kids getting along. Here are four ways your friendships can change because of prayer. 1. If you’re lonely pray for a friend who is following after Jesus. Because two i...
How to Pray Scripture Over Your Friendships
October 16, 2020 12:03 - 1 minute - 969 KBPraying can grow your friendships and praying for your friends can grow your prayer life. Do you have conflict in friendship? Are you lonely? Pray scripture into your friendships. This could be an opportunity for God to really grow your faith and watch Him work. Our God is relational. He loves redemption, unity, peace, and His kids getting along. Here are four ways your friendships can change because of prayer. 1. If you’re lonely pray for a friend who is following after Jesus. Because two i...
Don't Get the Gospel Message Backwards
October 12, 2020 12:03 - 1 minute - 962 KBDo you have the Gospel message backwards? Maybe you've kept God at arm's length. Sometimes we feel like we need to be "better" before we start a relationship with Jesus. This isn't the Gospel message at all. Actually, trying to clean up your life before starting a relationship with God is the backwards message of the Gospel. God's message to us is that we can't be Holy so God is Holy for us. Only God is good. We can't clean up anything in our lives. That's the Gospel. See omnystudio.com/li...
My Alexa Listens Better
October 12, 2020 12:03 - 60 BytesMy Alexa is a better listener than I am. I used to think that being a good mental health counselor meant I had good things to say. Actually, being a counselor takes being a good listener. Being a good listen takes skill! Have you ever talked to someone and known they aren’t really listening to what you say? I’ve caught myself doing the same thing a few times. My Alexa does something that counselors do in sessions called reflecting or mirroring or simply repeating back what the other person sa...
Does the Bible Talk About Depression?
October 05, 2020 12:03 - 1 minute - 962 KBDoes the Bible talk about depression? The easy answer is yes! Let's learn about depression from David in the book of Psalm. Depression doesn't need to be taboo. Be honest about needing help. David was. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Date Successfully
September 28, 2020 12:03 - 1 minute - 971 KBProverbs 4:23 says to guard my heart. But how do I do that when I am dating? ...I’m glad you asked. There are four things you need in your personal life to date successfully. Dating successfully doesn’t always mean the end is marriage. We grow and learn valuable lessons in dating. Dating is meant for learning about a person with the goal of marriage in mind. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2 Corinthians 15:2 - An Artist on a Budget
September 21, 2020 12:03 - 1 minute - 971 KBI am an artist on a budget, so what do I do? I go to thrift stores and find used canvas. I take the old canvas and turn it into a new creation. 2 Corinthians 15:2, “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.” Believer, you have been changed. You are a new creation. The old has passed and now the new is here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Three Ways Discontentment Can Take Over
September 14, 2020 12:03 - 1 minute - 971 KBMy life was feeling a bit out of control. I came to realize my discontentment grew wheels and took me for a ride. I’ve come to realize that there are three categories of discontentment. Are you discontent in the season of life you’re in? You want to finish school, have kids or retirement? Are you discontent with what you have? You want a house or a better car… or if you’re like me you scroll down instagram and save clothes in your wishlist? What about discontentment in relationships? You wi...
When Leaders Fall
September 07, 2020 12:03 - 1 minute - 962 KBWhen leaders fall, sometimes our faith takes a hit. Let's talk about how and why this isn't the Gospel message. As always, let's look at scripture. If your faith has taken a hit because of a fallen leader, let's go back to the Gospel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Is Your Spiritual Battery Charged?
August 31, 2020 12:03 - 1 minute - 962 KBI am so careful to keep my iphone charged. But, am I so careful to charge my spiritual battery? Let's live like the Psalmist in Chapter 119. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How to Get Wisdom
August 24, 2020 12:03 - 60 BytesMy 3rd grade Sunday school teacher taught about wisdom. He was a college professor during the week. I learned so much from his Sunday class because he talked to us like we were adults. What he said about how to get wisdom is something I will never forget and have done ever since.
How to Get Wisdom
August 24, 2020 12:03 - 1 minute - 962 KBMy 3rd grade Sunday school teacher taught about wisdom. He was a college professor during the week. I learned so much from his Sunday class because he talked to us like we were adults. What he said about how to get wisdom is something I will never forget and have done ever since. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How Do You Respect Your Parents When You've Moved Out
August 17, 2020 12:03 - 1 minute - 968 KBHonoring your parents isn’t an easy task. When you’re a child this is simple. It looks like obeying well and doing what you’re told. — But what does this look like when you’re older… When you no longer live in your parent's basement? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What You Do is Not Your Worth
August 10, 2020 12:03 - 1 minute - 966 KBWhen I graduated college I didn’t know what I was going to do next. I didn’t have an answer to the question, “so what do you do?” Our culture values what people do more than the person. God values something different. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lay Your Burdens Down
August 03, 2020 12:03 - 1 minute - 965 KBI have to walk a few blocks from my car to my apartment. It's almost impossible to carry the groceries in from that distance. I figured out a way so that I don't have to carry the groceries a few blocks. Just like groceries, we carry burdens in life that we don't need to be carrying. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Your Life Smells of God's Love
July 27, 2020 12:03 - 1 minute - 965 KBI was walking in a smelly high school gym when a cheerleader started asking me questions about my faith. I barely remember what I said, but she did. I recently heard from her and this is what she said. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Do the Impossible
July 20, 2020 12:03 - 1 minute - 965 KBMy day job is working as a radio sound engineer. I remember the first time a radio emergency happened at my job. I was panicking. I yelled out, “I can’t do it!” I don’t know what to do.” I don’t remember what went wrong. I probably accidentally played the wrong song on the radio air waves. My producer looked at me and said something that reminded me about what God says to us when faced with the impossible. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Do the Impossible
July 20, 2020 12:03 - 60 BytesMy day job is working as a radio sound engineer. I remember the first time a radio emergency happened at my job. I was panicking. I yelled out, “I can’t do it!” I don’t know what to do.” I don’t remember what went wrong. I probably accidentally played the wrong song on the radio air waves. My producer looked at me and said something that reminded me about what God says to us when faced with the impossible.
How to Deal with People Who May be Power Hungry
July 13, 2020 12:03 - 1 minute - 967 KBJesus knew who is ultimately in power. Not a human, not a fallen angel, but God. C’mon, can I get an amen!? What!? Yes! Praise God! AND Jesus came to overcome the world. It’s already been won. He didn’t have to prove anything. And believer, neither do you. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Bible Verse You Need to Know Before You Date
July 06, 2020 12:03 - 1 minute - 962 KBI get many questions about dating. I love these! So fun! And occasionally I’ll get a text from a girl who is going on her first ever date. We’ll go have coffee and talk about the guy, what the parents think, where is the first date going to be, what will she wear… all of the exciting fun things. The only serious part of the conversation is a verse I tell every girl going on her first date. It’s from the Song of Solomon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fear of Failing
June 29, 2020 12:03 - 1 minute - 961 KBBeing present may help you with your fear of failing. I wrote down some lessons I learned from watching the Michael Jordan documentary. You would be surprised how he faced fear is similar to how God wants us to face our fears. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
When You Wear a Mask
June 22, 2020 12:03 - 1 minute - 965 KBPart of my testimony is being freed from perfectionism. If this is something you struggle with, you probably know how it feels to put on a mask to hide your imperfections. Christ came to pay for your sins, and we will grow if we abide in Him and confess our sins. He can free you from the chains of perfectionism. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dad, You Matter
June 15, 2020 12:03 - 1 minute - 961 KBMy father-in-law played a crucial part in my husband understanding grace. I am forever thankful. My husband told me the story while we were cooking dinner in our small kitchen. I teared up. Fathers, you matter. You can have generational impact for the Lord. Keep walking with the Lord. Happy Father's Day Dads! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Your Words Matter
June 08, 2020 12:03 - 1 minute - 961 KBI've walked away from conversations feeling like I shouldn't have said anything! I'm sure you've had that feeling too. Usually this happens to me when I'm talking too much about myself. There's an example in the Bible of how we can use our words to glorify God and not let our tongue take over our lives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A Different Type of Peace
June 01, 2020 12:03 - 1 minute - 961 KBWhat is peace and is it working for us? Those are the thoughts I have about peace. When I took a deep dive into what the Bible describes as peace, it's not at all what a hippie with a yoga mat would say. Jesus promises that He will give us peace. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Not Wasted
May 25, 2020 12:03 - 1 minute - 961 KB1 Corinthians 15:58 is a verse I am holding onto during this season. Our time, our plans, our relationships have not been wasted when we surrender each to God. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Using Current Events to Share the Gospel
May 18, 2020 12:03 - 1 minute - 961 KBJesus used two current events to teach his followers about the Gospel. Jesus never wasted a teaching opportunity and we shouldn't either. How to use this current situation to share the Gospel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why We Should Laugh
May 11, 2020 12:03 - 1 minute - 961 KBLaughter is good medicine. You've heard this before right? Psychologists agree. Did you know God laughs? We are talking about why it's good to see God laugh in the Bible and why we might be able to join Him. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What Does Repentance Look Like?
May 04, 2020 12:03 - 60 BytesJesus called us to repent and believe. What does repentance actually look like in our lives? Recently someone illustrated repentance to me in a way that I will never forget. Repentance looks like turning around because your life depends on it. Just like turning around if you were going head on into traffic on the highway. There's no looking back.
The Jealousy Cycle
April 27, 2020 12:03 - 60 BytesI didn’t realize I had said something that hurt her until it was too late. My sister is nine years younger than I am. We’ve had the classic big/little sister relationship. God used a recent conflict to teach me a huge lesson — how sneaky jealousy can be.
Being Single During a Pandemic
April 20, 2020 12:03 - 60 BytesI’ve lived completely by myself before. It wasn’t very long, but it was a few years. I enjoyed having the advantage that, when you’re single, you can be “single-minded” or “focused” on what the Lord has for YOU (1 Corinthians 7:34). However, some days were easier than others. If you are single during this pandemic, I just want you to know you’re not alone. This is a strange time for everyone — especially if you’re single.
Make Space for Prayer
April 13, 2020 12:03 - 60 BytesPrayer is so powerful! Susanna Wesley is the mother to John and Charles Wesley who both were used by God to lead a great revival in England. Susanna had many children and very little resources. She was often found sitting in a chair with a blanket over head. That was her way of getting alone with God. I'm sure you might be feeling that too as most parents are home schooling now. Our time alone with the Lord is so so needed. Whatever that may look like for you right now, make it a priority. T...
My Friend Kathy
April 06, 2020 12:03 - 60 BytesMy friend Kathy has trouble with her eyes. She is a part of my church's youth group. I watched, heart broken, as she had to stay behind most youth group activities. One day, Kathy shared something with me that made me think. As Christians there is something we need to say more often...