39 | A Brief Pause

This week we share of our intentions to press pause on the BFM podcast for a brief time.  With our upcoming move and family commitments, we need to step away for a bit. Our desire is to always steward well this gift of podcasting and we want to do so with excellence. We look forward to returning back to the microphones in a few months and hope you will join us! CONNECT FURTHER WITH LINDSAY:Website | Instagram TheBuiltForMorePodcast InstagramEMAIL: [email protected] UP FOR MY NEWSLETTER

In this episode, Lindsay welcomes guest Erin Port from @simplepurposefulliving. As a wife and mom of 4, she has recently authored a book, Tiny Tweaks Happy Life.  In this conversation, Lindsay and Erin talk about how small changes throughout your day can help simplify your life and daily routine. It is through these small shifts that we keep the important and vital parts of our lives front and center.  For any mom out there (or dad for that matter!) who feels stressed out, overwhelmed, or feeling “not good enough,” this is the conversation for you!  Find Erin on Instagram @simplepurposefullivingErin’s new book Tiny Tweaks, Happy Life: Simple Changes to Create Space for What Matters https://a.co/d/03C5mlMAQuick note: The audio isn't perfect on this one, but the conversation is too good not to share. Thanks for listening with grace!CONNECT FURTHER WITH LINDSAY:Website | Instagram TheBuiltForMorePodcast InstagramEMAIL: [email protected] UP FOR MY NEWSLETTER

In this throwback episode, we revisit a favorite conversation from early in Season 1 where we share the story of Eric feeling led to attend seminary, while working full-time and raising 5 kids.We talk about the fear and uncertainty that often accompany big decisions and what it looks like to trust God when the path forward isn't clear. Looking back, this step of faith became one of the most meaningful seasons of our family's life and shaped much of what we are doing today. If you've ever sensed God prompting you toward something that feels uncertain or even a bit scary, we hope this conversation encourages you to say "yes" and step out in faith. Because, often it's in those moments of faith that we experience the Lord's goodness and faithfulness in new and incredible ways that deepen our trust in Him. CONNECT FURTHER WITH LINDSAY: Website | Instagram TheBuiltForMorePodcast Instagram EMAIL: [email protected] SIGN UP FOR MY NEWSLETTER

Winning builds confidence but losing builds character. Youth sports provide one of the clearest opportunities for children to learn how to process disappointment, reflect on failure, and develop resilience. In this episode, we share the experience of one of our kids facing the first loss after an undefeated volleyball season and the meaningful conversation that followed on the ride home. That moment sparked a deeper discussion about how kids and parents respond to disappointment. We talk about why losing can be one of life's greatest teachers and refiners of character, and about the role parents play in shaping how our children process failure. In the end, youth sports aren't just about winning; they're about building character, humility, and resilience. CONNECT FURTHER WITH LINDSAY:Website | Instagram TheBuiltForMorePodcast InstagramEMAIL: [email protected] UP FOR MY NEWSLETTER

What do you do when your child wants to quit? On a ski slope with one of our kids, we watched the familiar arc unfold: excitement followed by reality, frustration, self-doubt, and the strong desire to give up. But by the end of the day, something had changed. In this episode, we talk about how growth always passes through the "mid-mountain" moment and what it looks like to walk beside your child through the frustration, without rescuing them or pushing them too hard. We discuss how to help kids build perseverance and resilience, how to encourage without pressuring, and how security and steady presence matter the most. Ultimately, we explore the deeper truth: just as we parent our children through challenging situations, we are also children ourselves, dependent on a patient, loving Heavenly Father who never leaves our side. If your child has ever said, "I can't," this one's for you. CONNECT FURTHER WITH LINDSAY:Website | Instagram TheBuiltForMorePodcast InstagramEMAIL: [email protected] UP FOR MY NEWSLETTER

Every decision comes at a cost, and as our kids grow, those costs can feel heavier. As parents, our job isn’t to remove all risk from our children’s lives, because the truth is- we can’t. What we can do is walk alongside them, helping them think carefully, weigh the consequences, seek wisdom, and ultimately trust God with the outcome. From tattoos to motorcycles, in this episode, we talk through real decisions we’ve faced and the tension between protecting our children and preparing them for adulthood. In the end, we’re learning that faithful parenting isn’t about control, but about wisdom, unity, and a dependency on God for the well-being of our children.  CONNECT FURTHER WITH LINDSAY:Website | Instagram TheBuiltForMorePodcast InstagramEMAIL: [email protected] UP FOR MY NEWSLETTER

In this final episode of our Valentine's Day marriage series, we turn to the Bible and what Scripture says about marriage. We talk about how marriage was God's idea from the beginning, why it's a covenant, not a contract, and how our marriages are meant to reflect Jesus and the Church. We also share the importance of grace and forgiveness, along with a few encouraging words for married couples, parents guiding their children and young adults as they consider dating, marriage, and the example we set at home. CONNECT FURTHER WITH LINDSAY:Website | Instagram TheBuiltForMorePodcast InstagramEMAIL: [email protected] UP FOR MY NEWSLETTER

In Part 2 of our Valentine's Day marriage series, we continue the conversation about what it takes to have a marriage that's truly Built for More. We talk about how what we witnessed growing up through our parents' and grandparents' marriages often shapes what we believe marriage is supposed to look like.  We share why modeling a healthy marriage for our kids matters so much, why prioritizing our relationship is crucial, and how powerful our words can be towards one another. We also talk about the importance of a close community, and how being surrounded by people who love you, challenge you, and encourage you can strengthen your marriage for the long haul. CONNECT FURTHER WITH LINDSAY:Website | Instagram TheBuiltForMorePodcast InstagramEMAIL: [email protected] UP FOR MY NEWSLETTER

This episode kicks off a three-part Valentine’s Day series on marriage and what it means to have a marriage truly Built for More. We look back on 23 years of marriage, what we’ve learned, where we’ve grown (and are still growing!), and some of the lessons that have shaped us along the way. We share our story, talk honestly about intimacy, and discuss why healthy communication is so important in marriage. We’ll never get it all right, but if we’re honest, don’t we all want a marriage that’s built to last? Join us in the conversation!CONNECT FURTHER WITH LINDSAY:Website | Instagram TheBuiltForMorePodcast InstagramEMAIL: [email protected] UP FOR MY NEWSLETTER

As we step into a new year and a new season of the podcast, we reflect on priorities, goals, and the difference between good intentions and intentional living. In this episode, we talk honestly about why planning matters and why saying something is important isn't the same as living like it is. At the core of it all is stewardship, recognizing that our time, health, relationships, faith, and resources are gifts we're called to manage with purpose. CONNECT FURTHER WITH LINDSAY:Website | Instagram TheBuiltForMorePodcast InstagramEMAIL: [email protected] UP FOR MY NEWSLETTER