Made For This with Jennie Allen

Jennie Allen welcomes her sister Brooke Warnock to talk about one of the most life-giving tools they’ve ever used: the Life Plan process. Brooke is a trained Life Plan facilitator who helps people discover their “sweet spot”—that unique combination of gifts, passions, and purpose that God has placed in each of us. They discuss how this process has brought both of them massive clarity for decision-making, purpose, and direction. Whether you’re a stay-at-home mom, a business leader, or in a new season of life, this conversation will give you hope and practical encouragement to take ownership of your calling. Join the Dwell Differently membership and receive monthly tools like temporary tattoos, stickers, and lock screens to help you hide God’s Word in your heart. Use code MADEFORTHIS at dwelldifferently.com for your first month free! HELPFUL LINKS Save $500 when you schedule a Life Plan with Brooke and mention Made For This. Help the kids in your life navigate big emotions and anxious thoughts with Jennie’s new picture book What to Do With Your Whirly Swirly Thoughts. Available everywhere books are sold! CONNECT ON SOCIALS ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Pinterest

Jennie sits down with her longtime friends Gabe and Rebekah Lyons for a raw and redemptive conversation about marriage. In their new book The Fight for Us, the Lyons open up about their 28 years of marriage—the early diagnosis of their son’s Down syndrome, unspoken pain, their different conflict styles, and what nearly tore them apart. But they also share what brought them back together: humility, rhythms of connection, and the courage to fight for each other instead of against. This episode is packed with tools for healing, hope for the hurting, and a big reminder: marriage doesn’t have to be stuck. It can be resurrected. If you're on a mission to sleep better, start with your sheets...and these are our favorites! Try Boll & Branch risk-free for 30 nights and get 20% off during their annual spring event at bollandbranch.com/madeforthis. HELPFUL LINKS Grab Gabe and Rebekah’s new book The Fight for Us, available now wherever books are sold. Each chapter ends with “Conversations for Couples” to help you reconnect and move forward together. CONNECT ON SOCIALS ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠Pinterest

Exploring the power of community, listeners discover why we aren't meant to navigate life alone. The conversation dives into how vulnerability can break down barriers, revealing the importance of sharing our struggles. Personal stories from adoption highlight building genuine connections, while insights from brain science emphasize enhanced well-being through support. Plus, a new children's book sparks meaningful discussions about emotions, making it clear that reaching out can transform lives. Don’t miss the call to embrace authenticity in friendships!

When life hurts, when the pressure is relentless, and when joy feels out of reach—what do you do? In today’s conversation, Jennie sits down with pastor, teacher, and author Chip Ingram to talk about what it really means to choose joy in the middle of pain, disappointment, and uncertainty. Chip shares his powerful personal story of chronic pain, loss, and the slow journey back to joy through Philippians 1. You’ll walk away with a fresh perspective and four practical questions you can start asking right now to reset your focus, reframe your circumstances, and experience the kind of joy that doesn’t depend on everything going right. What if you could memorize one Bible verse a month—without overthinking it? That's exactly what Dwell Differently helps you do! Use code MADEFORTHIS to get your first month free at dwelldifferently.com! HELPFUL LINKS Chip’s brand-new book, I Choose Joy, releases June 3rd and is available wherever books are sold. — ⁠Order here!⁠ Jennie's newest kids book is NOW AVAILABLE! CONNECT ON SOCIALS ⁠Instagram⁠ | ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠Facebook⁠ | ⁠TikTok⁠ | ⁠Pinterest

Today we’re talking about something so many of us are facing — how to help our kids when their minds are spinning with worry, fear, and big emotions. It’s actually perfect timing because my newest kids’ book, based on Get Out Of Your Head, is now available — What To Do With Your Whirly, Swirly Thoughts— and it’s all about giving kids (and ourselves) simple tools to name their feelings and find peace when their thoughts feel out of control. Jennie shares practical, hope-filled ways to help kids navigate fear, build resilience, and anchor their hearts in God’s truth.  So whether you’re a parent, an aunt, a coach, a teacher — this conversation is for you. Let’s dive into what to say, what to do, and how to anchor our kids (and ourselves) in truth when anxiety tries to take over. Get a copy of What To Do With Your Whirly, Swirly Thoughts⁠ today and leave a review - we'd love to know what your family thinks about the book ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️! CONNECT ON SOCIALS • Instagram | YouTube | Facebook | TikTok | Pinterest

In today’s episode, Jennie sits down with longtime friend, pastor, and author David Platt to talk about a simple, powerful way to study your Bible. David shares how his life was changed by time with the underground church—and how their hunger for the Word led to what is now Secret Church, a global simulcast Bible study attended by tens of thousands each year.David also unpacks the method behind his new book, How to Read the Bible: A Simple Guide to Deeper Intimacy with God, introducing a four-part framework to help you engage Scripture in a way that’s personal, transformative, and deeply rooted in truth. Whether you’re new to Bible study or looking to reignite your time in the Word, this episode will give you clarity, encouragement, and a fresh passion to draw near to God.If you’ve never tried Boll & Branch sheets — this is your sign. They’re 100% organic cotton, insanely soft, and they keep getting better with every wash. Right now, get 20% off sitewide at bollandbranch.com/madeforthis. Exclusions apply.HELPFUL LINKS📖 How to Read the Bible by David Platt — Order here!🎥 Watch Secret Church — secretchurch.orgCONNECT ON SOCIALSInstagram | YouTube | Facebook | TikTok | Pinterest

Do you ever feel stuck in the same struggles — like real change just isn’t possible? In this episode, Jennie invites us to take a hard look at what we believe about the Holy Spirit and the supernatural power of God. Many of us have grown too comfortable in our sin, naming it but not fighting it. But Scripture promises us something more: clarity, freedom, and power through the Holy Spirit. Jennie unpacks how to recognize spiritual bondage, how to stop grieving the Spirit, and how to actually walk in the freedom Jesus offers. You’ll leave this episode reminded that you’re not powerless — and you’re not stuck.CONNECT ON SOCIALS• Instagram | YouTube | Facebook | TikTok | Pinterest

We all know we’re supposed to love people, but what happens when they hurt, disagree, or drive us crazy? Jennie sits down with her friend, Jada Edwards, to talk about what it really looks like to love your neighbor from the inside out. Jada shares about the personal conviction that led to her new book A New Way to Love Your Neighbor — a call to love people with kindness, humility, grace, and truth that starts in your heart.Don't miss this conversation and grab a copy of Jada's debut book (out April 22) - A New Way to Love Your Neighbor!The Chosen Last Supper is now out in theaters! You don’t want to miss this three-part theatrical release. Experience Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem, His final moments with His disciples, and the events that changed the world forever.➡️ Get your tickets now: thechosenlastsupper.comCONNECT ON SOCIALS• Instagram | YouTube | Facebook | TikTok | Pinterest

Where’s the line between being real and just complaining? In this episode, Jennie talks about how grumbling and venting can slowly steal our joy, divide our relationships, and keep us from living in freedom. She shares practical wisdom for shifting conversations, choosing life-giving words, and building friendships where honesty and encouragement go hand in hand.Key Takeaways: The difference between honesty and grumbling Why complaining is addictive — but joy is contagious How to create safe, vulnerable friendships that call us out and call us up Practical ways to shift conversations toward hope and truth CONNECT ON SOCIALS: Instagram | YouTube | Facebook | TikTok | Pinterest

In this powerful episode recorded at Made For This Live, Jennie welcomes Jey Mbiro, a Compassion graduate who grew up in one of the largest slums in the world—Mathare, Kenya. Jey shares his story of transformation from a childhood of hunger and hopelessness to a life of purpose, leadership, and joy in Christ. You’ll hear how a simple decision to sponsor a child radically changed the trajectory of Jay’s life, and why your yes to Compassion matters more than you know. Jennie is passionate about partnering with Compassion International to support children and families in need. Pull out your phone and text JENNIE to 83393. You’ll receive a photo of a child waiting for a sponsor and a link to sponsor that kid through Compassion International. Be a part of this powerful movement that is changing lives around the world! Plus, you could join Jennie and the team on a trip to Peru to meet your sponsored child! HELPFUL LINKS • Learn more about Compassion here --> compassion.com/madeforthis.CONNECT ON SOCIALS: Instagram | YouTube | Facebook | TikTok | Pinterest