You Were Made for More
Our hearts yearn for teenagers to know that they are valued, loved, and created for a purpose. Currently, our culture is feeding teenagers so many lies – telling them that they are defined by what others say about them, how they perform, and what they have to offer to others. The Truth speaks of a completely different narrative, though. Our identities are found in one thing, and that one thing, changes everything: Jesus.That’s a POWERFUL, transformative statement. When it gets from our heads to our hearts it shifts how we live, what we believe, and how we do relationships with others. Our mission is to consistently speak about the abundant life that is freely offered to us because we have seen + believe that when teenagers know what they are worth AND whose they are, they will be more inclined to live for Jesus – following His commandments and walking in His ways. This podcast hosts conversations on tough, relational topics, always pointing back to the hope that God offers us when we understand who we were created to be. Music Credit: Matt Stewart from the band Soldiers and Sons (Waynesburg, PA)Check them out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/officialsoldiersandsons/
- Update frequency
- every 21 days
- Average duration
- 37 minutes
- Episodes
- 96
- Years Active
- 2019 - 2025
Episode 36: Faithfulness, Singleness, and Going After God’s Call On Your Life (With Cessie Grieco)
Today, we’re going to have a conversation with Precious Grieco about relationships, joy, and faithfulness, as well as where the Lord is leading her currently (trust me, I love her story and we can al…
Episode 35: An Inside Look at Depression (With Kristen Friday)
Today, we’re going to have a really important conversation - a conversation about depression, faith, coping, counseling, and so much more. I really believe that this conversation is for everyone, whe…
Episode 34: Repenting & Refreshment
Hey guys! I am so excited to be back with you for season 3 of the You Were Made for More podcast… this time with some exciting news to share & some big changes happening in the Gallo household over t…
Episode 33: Season 2 Wrap-Up, Life Updates, and Encouragement
We can't believe season 2 of the podcast has come to an end! To wrap up the season, we're talking about launching into the next season of life unafraid, learning (and relearning) what is looks like t…
Episode 32: The History of Feminism and Its Impact on Current Culture (With Frederica Mathewes-Green)
Today, we have the opportunity to hear from Frederica Mathewes-Green on the subject of feminism, its history, and how it has impacted our current culture, especially as we talk about the sexual revol…
Episode 31: Relationships Matter (With Toni McFadden)
Disclaimer:
This episode contains an abortion testimony and description that may be triggering to some women or men who have not went through healing. For more information on abortion recovery and fi…
Episode 30: Why Talking With Your Kids About Sex Is So Important & How To Do It (Part 2)
In part 2 of this series on "Why Talking With Your Kids About Sex Is So Important & How To Do It," we are going to hit on some practical "how to" tips of having "the talk" with your children and stud…
Episode 29: Why Talking With Your Kids About Sex Is So Important & How To Do It (Part 1)
In part 1 of this series on "Why Talking With Your Kids About Sex Is So Important & How To Do It," we are going to hit on the "why" of having "the talk" with your children and students. The sex talk …
Episode 28: Transgender to Transformed (With Laura Perry)
Today, we’re going to get a special treat of chatting with Laura Perry. Laura is someone who knows firsthand what it’s like to struggle with gender identity. Some of her childhood and teenage experie…
Episode 27: An Alternative To Birth Control That All Women Should Know About (With Robin Turner)
Today, we’re going to have the opportunity to hear a conversation that I had with Robin Turner, who serves as the director of children’s ministry at St. Stephen’s Church in Sewickley, PA, about birth…
Episode 26: Deeply Rooted Motherhood (With Ashley Setterlind)
Mother's Day 2020 is right around the corner! This conversation on today's episode with Ashley Setterlind could not be more perfectly timed. Ashley is a follower of Jesus, pastor’s wife, mom, and wor…
Episode 25: Something Fun – The Enneagram + The Gospel
In this episode, we get the awesome opportunity to chat about a topic we haven’t covered ever on the podcast, but maybe you’ve heard us mention in a few interviews - the Enneagram!
I wanted to offer …
Episode 24: COVID-19 / Fear & Anxiety / God's Principles and Promises
“He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness will be your shield and protection.” Psalm 91:4 (NIV)
Welcome to a special episode of the You Were Made…
Episode 23: The Power of An Invitation (With Sarah McSweeney)
In this episode, Sammie talks with one of her former youth group students, turned friend🥰, about the power of an invitation, being faithful to our callings as youth leaders, and what it looks like to…
Episode 22: Sexual Objectification and What It Really Means to Advocate for Women (With Mindy Summers)
Worldwide, 97 billion dollars per year goes into the sex industry. The average age of someone who enters the sex industry is 12 years old. 80% of human trafficking is done through the commercial sex …
Episode 21: Sexual Assault: When the Gospel Becomes So Real You Can't Ignore It (With Cassidy Mills)
"In my grief, ultimately, there is still a gift." -Cassidy Mills
In this episode, Sammie talks with Cassidy Mills about her experience with sexual assault, the healing that she's found in a relationsh…
Episode 20: What Happens When The Party's Over? (A Study of Job's Life)
In this episode, Sammie tackles the story of Job's life in the second part of our abundance series. If you missed the first episode, go ahead and listen to episode 19 before you hit play on this one!…
Episode 19: God's Party (With Juan Gallo)
In this episode, Sammie's husband, Juan Gallo, dives into what abundance actually means through an analogy of God being the generous host of a party that we're all invited to. If you've ever wondered…
Episode 18: What We're Up To In January (March for Life Month)
Season 2 is BACK. PRAISE!
This week's episode is all about why you may have noticed we're a little bit MIA! This month is the March for Life (if you've never been, take a listen to this episode becaus…
Episode 17: Season One Wrap-Up & Reflecting on Advent
In this episode, Sammie talks about reflecting on Advent, the coming of Jesus, and wraps up Season 1 of the podcast with a short reminder of what the Christmas season is all about. We'll see you in …