Lighten Up Sweet Pea
Hi there and welcome to Lighten Up Sweet Pea! A podcast created by two great friends, who love their families, tattle over women’s issues, and pursue God in the everyday moments of life. Join Lisa and Leah as they share their crazy adventures, some female frustrations and a few glowing ah-ha moments. Each episode has the ingredients to make you smile, ponder, cringe and laugh out loud. Whether you’re eighteen or eighty, these super casual conversations will brighten up your day and lighten up your heart!
Episodes
48 episodes
Perceiving & Receiving God’s New Thing!
Happy 2022, Sweet Peas! God declared in Isaiah 43:19, “Behold, I am doing a new thing.” This is a well-known and frequently quoted verse during this time of year, but that’s just part of the verse. While we’re busy making our New Year’s resolut...
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Season 2
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Episode 22
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44:00
Our Favorite Things!
Hey there, Sweet Pea! Did you know that God cares about every single aspect of our lives… our likes & dislikes; even in the “little things?!” He is our good & loving Abba Father that delights in showing us His favor! It’s just who He is...
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Season 2
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Episode 21
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34:20
Which One Are You?!?
Can you believe Christmas is upon us, sweet peas?!? We know your time is extra busy right now, but we have a special treat for you with this new episode you won’t want to miss! We are chatting about several of the familiar characters of the Chr...
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Season 2
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Episode 20
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56:14
Thankful for the Gift of Laughter
Close your eyes, clear your mind and think about this for a second… What if God, the Creator of all things seen & unseen, did not design the human body to laugh?! Can you imagine what the world would be like without laughter?! What about yo...
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Season 2
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Episode 19
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46:06
Dear God It's Me - A.C.T.S. of Prayer PT2
Lisa & Leah are back for Part 2 of their conversation about the conversing with God, the Father. So far they’ve discussed the importance of having a simple, yet powerful prayer life by intentionally praising God & how our times of confe...
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Season 2
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Episode 18
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29:19
Dear God It's Me - A.C.T.S. of prayer PT1
Do you struggle with your prayer life? Is it something you wish came more natural to you, but you don’t even know where to begin? Or, if being completely honest, does the word “prayer” disinterest you?... bore you?... scare you?... or worse, do...
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Season 2
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Episode 17
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39:14
Happy Birthday Leah!
Join Lisa & Leah as the celebrate Leah's birthday by listening back through her favorite season 2 episode!
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Season 2
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Episode 16
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54:07
Walking With God Through The Unexpected
Does the word "unexpected" make you break out into hives?! Are you able to "go with the flow" or do you buy a ticket for a drive on the "struggle bus?!" There's no denying that we've all gone through the unexpected in the last few years; some o...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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49:58
The Voice: Who's Are You Listening To?
In today’s episode, Leah & Lisa discuss the challenge that Christ-followers are facing more & more everyday: Hearing God Speak!!! Listen in as they unpack this important topic and share some practical tips on how to hear our Father’s vo...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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49:52
Not by the Hair on my Chinny Chin Chin!
: In today’s episode, Leah & Lisa are back together again (YAY!!!) and they’re discussing the three little pigs, the struggles of womanhood and walking through fiery trials as a Christ-follower. HUH?! Join us! We promise it makes sens...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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33:12
Reaching The NextGen For Jesus!
If you are anything like us, it can be a bit of a challenge to relate to the “NextGen” people in your life, much less lead them to Jesus! How can we stand up for God’s truth, but also be loving? What would Jesus think about being “woke?” ☹ Spec...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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43:58
Make Us One: A Discussion About Racism
On today’s episode we are joined by special guests, Niko & Carole Ann Peele. A powerhouse couple for the Kingdom of God that work hand-in-hand for the ministry, Ignite Movement. They also happen to have an interracial marriage, so “LUSP” re...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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48:18
FREE2BME!
The slogans “Free to Be Me!” & “You Do You, Boo-Boo!” are just the latest in a long line of mantras giving us permission to be ourselves. In the late 60’s, Sammy Davis, Jr. sang the hit, “I’ve Gotta Be Me,” Madonna cranked out, “Express You...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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35:36
Embracing Being A Daddy's Girl
Can God really use our mess-ups and turn them into ministry opportunities? He sure can!Join Lisa and Leah for Part 2 of the Daddy’s Girl Mini-Series.Your life is leaving a mark on others, whether you realize it or not.Disco...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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38:03
Fighting Being A Daddy's Girl
Do you struggle with seeing God as a Heavenly Father that loves you unconditionally? Are the wounds from your past keeping you from moving forward? Join us for a special 2-part series as Lisa shares some of her childhood memories and tells of a...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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41:11
Renewing Our Hope
Stress is a natural part of this life, but too much stress turns into anxiety. Women especially face this battle daily. Matter of fact, 1 in 5 women struggle with anxiety… or in our case, 2 in 2! 😉 Join Leah & Lisa as they discuss this impo...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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53:10
#MOMFAILS
Lisa & Leah are back with another episode focusing in on the art of motherhood imperfections. Get ready to laugh along with them as they “tattletale” on themselves by sharing some of their most memorable failures as moms and celebrate just ...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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43:21
Mom Life: Hard Days & the Best Days Ever!
Join Leah & Lisa and special guest, Katy McCown, mom of 6 and fellow podcaster (“The Best Day Ever”) as they discuss walking fearless with God through all the different phases of parenting.
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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48:04
Friends Refresh the Soul: Part 3
Join Lisa & Leah as they finish up with their series on Godly friendships remembering that the sole purpose of every relationship is to shine the light of Jesus.
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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37:44
Friends Refresh the Soul: Part 2
Leah & Lisa are back talking about the sweet gift of friendship from the Lord. Today we are discussing some of our regrets about past relationships (UGH!) & the effort it takes to be a Godly friend.
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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37:44
Friends Refresh the Soul: Part 1
Join cohosts and buddies, Lisa & Leah, as they talk about the sweet gift of friendship. This is the first of a special 3-part miniseries to celebrate the podcast 2nd Season! In this episode they discuss the importance of a foundation of fai...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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31:34
Lighten, Lead, & Love!
Leah & Lisa are back for Season 2 pumped up and ready to get going on a new journey with their listeners (and each other) to lighten their load, lead them to Jesus & love them every step along the way!
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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26:11
Bye, Bye, Bye Season One!!!
Join Leah & Lisa as they say “Bye, Bye, Bye” to Season One by remembering some of their favorite episodes & sharing some soundbites from some of their amazing guests!
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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37:56