Rhythms for Life

Rebekah Lyons and Gabe Lyons
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Apr 21, 2021 • 32min

Grief, Death, and Hope: Douglas McKelvey

In this episode of the Rhythms for Life podcast, we talk to author, song lyricist, scriptwriter, and video director, Douglas McKelvey, about his inspiration around The Every Moment Holy series. Volume I offers prayers for all types of life celebrations, big and small. From changing diapers, gathering with friends, the birth of a baby, Doug writes prayers to give you the encouragement you need. In the second volume, Every Moment Holy II, he shares liturgies for seasons of dying and grieving. These are ways of reminding us that our lives are shot through with sacred purpose and eternal hopes even when, especially when, suffering and pain threaten to overwhelm us.LINKS:Check out Douglas' new book, Every Moment Holy Volume II.Register for the Marriage & Parenting Renewal Retreat happening May 6-7.Ready to begin living in rhythm? Grab bestseller, Rhythms of Renewal, today!Join the Rhythms for Life Community here.Thank you to this week's sponsor! Samaritan Ministries is a community of Christians who live out Galatians 6:2 by bearing one another’s burdens when a medical need arises. It’s a Biblical solution to health care, connecting members across the nation who share medical costs while praying for and encouraging one another. Learn more today.
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Apr 14, 2021 • 33min

Eating Disorders and Shame: Gretchen Saffles

In this episode of the Rhythms for Life podcast, we talk to Well-Watered Women Co. Founder and author, Gretchen Saffles, about what it means to water your soul from the well of God’s word and embracing your story. Gretchen shares her healing journey  from an eating disorder  and  how that shame is a transformative part of her story.  In her latest book, The Well-Watered Woman, Gretchen leads us to the Well of fullness, the Word of freedom, and the Way of fruitfulness. Don't miss a single episode and be sure to subscribe for weekly tips on new life rhythms. LINKS:Check out Gretchen’s book, The Well-Watered WomanRegister for the Marriage & Parenting Renewal Retreat happening May 6-7.Ready to begin living in rhythm? Grab bestseller, Rhythms of Renewal, today!Join the Rhythms for Life Community here.Thank you to this week's sponsor! Samaritan Ministries is a community of Christians who live out Galatians 6:2 by bearing one another’s burdens when a medical need arises. It’s a Biblical solution to health care, connecting members across the nation who share medical costs while praying for and encouraging one another. Learn more today. 
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Apr 7, 2021 • 35min

The Danger of Overthinking: Jon Acuff

In this episode of the Rhythms for Life Podcast, Gabe and I talk to friend, speaker, and best-selling author, Jon Acuff, about how overthinking inspired his latest book, Soundtracks.  After transforming his life by changing the soundtrack playing in his mind, he joins us to share how he went from overthinking to dreaming and taking action towards accomplishing his goals. LINKS:Order Jon's new book, Soundtracks. Register for the Marriage & Parenting Renewal Retreat happening May 6-7.Ready to begin living in rhythm? Grab bestseller, Rhythms of Renewal, today!Join the Rhythms for Life Community here. Enjoy your first month free with code FIRSTFREE.Change the life of a child by becoming a monthly food donor with our friends at Africa New Life.
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Apr 1, 2021 • 37min

How Do We Faithfully Navigate Culture?

Gabe and I talk about the upcoming Q 2021 Culture Summit in this special bonus episode of the Rhythms for Life podcast. I’m so excited to participate in this event alongside influential leaders like Hosanna Wong, Jada Edwards, Matt Chandler, John Mark Comer, and more—and I hope you’ll join us. Over 15 years, these gatherings have given thoughtful Christians the chance to connect with like-minded believers, engage in important conversations, and be equipped to faithfully navigate our changing culture—and this year’s online and in-person event is no exception.We’re facing no shortage of tensions and questions in our culture today. More than ever, we need faithful Christians like you to rise up and lead the way. The Culture Summit will give you the hope, confidence, and wisdom you need to lead well—wherever you’ve been called. Learn more and register now.
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Mar 31, 2021 • 35min

Dreaming When Discouraged: Joshua Gagnon

 In this episode of the Rhythms for Life podcast, we talk to lead pastor and author, Joshua Gagnon, about the resilience and perseverance it takes to continue dreaming even when you feel disappointed and discouraged. God gives each of our lives a unique vision, but it can feel overwhelming trying to fit all of the pieces together on our own.  In his book, It’s Not Over, he writes truth for those left wondering in the waiting of different seasons of life and gives encouragement to begin dreaming again.  LINKS:Order Joshua’s book, It’s Not Over .Register for the Marriage & Parenting Renewal Retreat happening May 6-7.Ready to begin living in rhythm? Grab bestseller, Rhythms of Renewal, today!Join the Rhythms for Life Community here. Enjoy your first month free with code FIRSTFREE.
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Mar 24, 2021 • 31min

Simple Faith: Andrew Farley

This week we talk to radio and podcast host, and best selling author, Andrew Farley, about what it means to live from the heart and the freedom that comes from knowing God. We have an in depth conversation about some of our most basic faith fundamentals. It's so easy for us to get caught up in all of the ways to be in relationship with God that we forget to prioritize simples acts of resting and reading the word. In his new book, The Perfect You: God's Invitation to Live from the Heart, Andrew puts you a path to seeing yourself and God in a whole new way. LINKS:Order Andrew's new book, The Perfect You: God's Invitation to Live from the Heart.Register for the Marriage & Parenting Renewal Retreat happening May 6-7.Ready to begin living in rhythm? Grab bestseller, Rhythms of Renewal, today!Join the Rhythms for Life Community here.Thank you to this week's sponsor! Samaritan Ministries is a community of Christians who live out Galatians 6:2 by bearing one another’s burdens when a medical need arises. It’s a Biblical solution to health care, connecting members across the nation who share medical costs while praying for and encouraging one another. Learn more today.
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Mar 17, 2021 • 31min

Love Centered Parenting: Crystal Paine

In this episode of the Rhythms for Life podcast, I talk to Money Saving Mom and best selling author, Crystal Paine, shares the four most important choices we can make as parents to lead from a place of love instead of stress.  Her new book, Love Centered Parenting, is full of real life examples of how she transformed her parenting fears of failure into grace based parenting and love for her children. LINKS:Check out Crystal’s  new book, Love Centered Parenting. Register for the Marriage & Parenting Renewal Retreat happening May 6-7.Ready to begin living in rhythm? Grab bestseller, Rhythms of Renewal, today!Join the Rhythms for Life Community here.
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Mar 10, 2021 • 32min

Finding Your Worth: Eryn Eddy

In this episode of the Rhythms for Life Podcast, Gabe and Rebekah talk to So Worth Loving Founder and author, Eryn Eddy, about what it means to give up performing for public acceptance and love and rest in the unconditional love and acceptance that comes from God. They also talk about the how social media has impacted our ability to connect and be vulnerable with others within community and the power of rest and quiet. Listen in as we dive deep into what it means to live in Rhythm and learn about overcoming self doubt to believe you are so worth loving.LINKS:Order Eryn’s new book, So Worth Loving .Register for the Marriage & Parenting Renewal Retreat happening May 6-7.Ready to begin living in rhythm? Grab bestseller, Rhythms of Renewal, today!Join the Rhythms for Life Community here.Thank you to this week's sponsor! Samaritan Ministries is a community of Christians who live out Galatians 6:2 by bearing one another’s burdens when a medical need arises. It’s a Biblical solution to health care, connecting members across the nation who share medical costs while praying for and encouraging one another. Learn more today.
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Mar 5, 2021 • 32min

You Can’t Fake Joy: Lisa Harper

In this episode, Gabe and Rebekah talk to speaker, theological scholar, and hilarious storyteller, Lisa Harper,  about her new 100-day devotional, chainsaw fiascos, and the power of God’s love and redemptiveness. We discuss the importance of looking back to remember where God showed up in the peaks and valleys of life. Lisa’s new book, Life: 100 Day Devotional, is a reminder that God’s faithfulness really does follow us into the face of all that harried, hard, and even humorous stuff of life. LINKS:Grab Lisa’s latest release, Life: 100 Day Devotional here.Are you fighting for your marriage? Learn more about our Marriage Retreat on May 6-7.Ready to begin living in rhythm? Grab bestseller, Rhythms of Renewal, today!Discover your healthiest rhythm by taking Rebekah’s quiz.
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Mar 3, 2021 • 42min

Love and Respect: Emerson Eggerichs

In this special episode of the Rhythms for Life Podcast, Gabe and I talk to best selling author of  Love and Respect and our personal marriage counselor, Emerson Eggerich, about how marriages are under fire more than ever before. Everyone has felt it; the sadness, loss, longing, anger, frustration, exhaustion, and despair. Some marriages don’t make it, even after decades, and some will find their way back. We want to walk this road with you and support you with resources that have helped us with an invitation to a two day Marriage Renewal Retreat featuring Dr. Emerson Eggerichs and Sissy Goff. LINKS:Check out Emerson's book, Love and Respect.Ready to begin living in rhythm? Grab bestseller, Rhythms of Renewal, today!Join the Rhythms for Life Community here.Learn more about our Marriage Retreat on May 6-7.Be sure to check out the RFL discount for your subscription of the Dwell App.

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