More to Life Podcast

More to Life
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Do you love a good story? We do too! In the More to Life podcast, we’ll talk with authors about the true stories that have inspired their writings. In each episode, you’ll find out what happened in their life, where they are now and how they can help you, while ultimately pointing you to the Author of Life, Jesus. As guests share their life stories, we hope you’ll discover purpose and meaning to the moments in your life as well. In other words, we hope you’ll find more to life!

  1. 11/13/2025

    Season 5 | Episode 2: The Stretch Marks of Motherhood with Abbie Halberstadt

    If you’re a mom, chances are you’ve asked yourself, “Is this worth it?” Author and mom of 10, Abbie Halberstadt says, You Bet Your Stretch Marks! In this episode of the More to Life podcast, we sat down with Abbie for a chat about her latest book that delivers an encouraging message for moms—motherhood will stretch you, but it is worthwhile work. Join us as we discuss: The “stretch marks” of motherhoodScripture that speaks truth and encouragement to momsHow to keep your focus on Jesus in the middle of the chaosThe perks of homeschoolingThe pressure to “do more” — and why being a mom is enoughTo purchase a copy of Abbie's book, stop by your local Christian bookstore⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or visit our online store for a copy of ⁠⁠You Bet Your Stretch Marks⁠ You can connect with Abbie at ⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/m.is.for.mama⁠⁠⁠. To hear more podcasts on this channel, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.mtlmagazine.com/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Be sure to subscribe to the More to Life podcast on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or Spotify so you don't miss an episode!

    31 min

  2. 04/10/2025

    Season 5 | Episode 1: Freedom from Mom Guilt with Hallie Dye

    No matter how hard you try, do you ever feel like you’re not measuring up? In this uplifting episode of the More to Life podcast, debut author Hallie Dye shares that being a good mom isn’t about striving but about surrendering to the One who never fails. Tune in to discover how resting in the goodness of who God is can bring you freedom and grace in every season of motherhood. To purchase a copy of her book, stop by your local Christian bookstore⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or visit our online store for a copy of ⁠You're Still a Good Mom You can connect with Hallie at ⁠⁠instagram.com/halliedye⁠⁠. To hear more podcasts on this channel, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.mtlmagazine.com/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Be sure to subscribe to the More to Life podcast on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or Spotify so you don't miss an episode!

    36 min

  3. 11/21/2024

    Season 4 | Episode 4: A Praying Life with Janet Holm McHenry

    Would you like to have a better prayer life? In the newest episode of the More to Life podcast, author Janet Holm McHenry shares how she discovered that prayer has something to do with our God-given personalities, and that reading through God's Word can inspires us to pray His will and His purpose for our life. To purchase a copy of her latest books, stop by your local Christian bookstore⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or visit our online store for a copy of Praying Personalities or Looking Up!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can connect with Janet at ⁠JanetMcHenry.com⁠. To hear more podcasts on this channel, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.mtlmagazine.com/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Be sure to subscribe to the More to Life podcast on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or Spotify so you don't miss an episode!

    24 min

  4. 11/07/2024

    Season 4 | Episode 3: From Fear to Faith with Tessa Afshar

    Have you ever felt paralyzed by fear? In the latest episode of the More to Life podcast, biblical fiction author Tessa Afshar pulls back the curtain on Queen Esther’s royal court, revealing a cast of courageous characters who find their strength and security in God in order to help Esther accomplish all that she did. From her own life, Tessa shares how fear of rejection and failure held her back for nearly 15 years, until she made a promise. Hear how Tessa helps others find security and hold on to a dream, when they come from God. To purchase a copy of The Queen's Cook, stop by your local Christian bookstore⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or visit our online store by clicking ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. You can connect with Tessa at TessaAfshar.com. To hear more podcasts on this channel, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.mtlmagazine.com/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Be sure to subscribe to the More to Life podcast on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or Spotify so you don't miss an episode!

    30 min

  5. 10/17/2024

    Season 4 | Episode 2: Untold Stories with Mesu Andrews

    You’ve heard of Abigail and Bathsheba. But what about David’s other wives? In this episode of the More to Life podcast, biblical fiction powerhouse Mesu Andrews talks about Brave: The Story of Ahinoam, the first book in her new series King David’s Brides. As Mesu delves into her writing process, you’ll hear how she investigates Scripture and uses the clues she finds to reimagine these women’s stories—and why their stories are so important to us today. To purchase a copy of Brave: The Story of Ahinoam, stop by your local Christian bookstore⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or visit our online store by clicking ⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠. You can connect with Mesu at ⁠MesuAndrews.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. To hear more podcasts on this channel, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.mtlmagazine.com/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Be sure to subscribe to the More to Life podcast on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or Spotify so you don't miss an episode!

    37 min

  6. 09/19/2024

    Season 4 | Episode 1: Double the Fun with Colleen Coble & Denise Hunter

    They say opposites attract. Bestselling suspense author Colleen Coble and bestselling romance author Denise Hunter are proof of that. Colleen and Denise have been friends and writing partners for 25 years. They know each other so well that they can literally finish each other’s sentences. Join us for the first episode of our new season as we sit down in person with Colleen and Denise and chat with them about how they met, what it’s like to write with other authors, their latest projects and where they are in life right now. To purchase a copy of Colleen Coble or Denise Hunter's books, stop by your local Christian bookstore or visit our online store for these books: What We Hide by Colleen Coble I Think I Was Murdered by Colleen Coble (Coming November!) Before We Were Us by Denise Hunter Love, Unscripted by Denise Hunter To hear more podcasts on this channel, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.mtlmagazine.com/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Be sure to subscribe to the More to Life podcast on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or Spotify so you don't miss an episode!

    30 min

  7. 06/20/2024

    Season 3 | Episode 7: The Key to Connecting with Sarah E. Westfall

    Have you ever wanted to feel like you belong? You’re not alone. In this episode of the More to Life podcast, author and podcaster Sarah E. Westfall talks about her debut book, The Way of Belonging. Sarah explains the difference between belonging and acceptance in that belonging is something to be given rather than to be taken. And it’s a practice that can begin with the people who are already in your life. To purchase a copy of The Way of Belonging, stop by your local Christian bookstore⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or visit our online store by clicking ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠. You can connect with Sarah at SarahEWestfall.com⁠⁠⁠. To hear more podcasts on this channel, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.mtlmagazine.com/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠. Be sure to subscribe to the More to Life podcast on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ or Spotify so you don't miss an episode!

    38 min

  8. 06/06/2024

    Season 3 | Episode 6: The Latest Scoop with Suzanne Woods Fisher

    Are you ready for a sweet summer treat? We’re serving up a delightful episode from the bestselling author of the Cape Cod Creamery series, Suzanne Woods Fisher. Suzanne joins us on the More to Life podcast to talk about the final book in this summertime series, Love on a Whim, which follows the cautious and calculated Brynn Haywood after an impulsive decision leads to a hasty wedding and a hurried retreat the next morning. Suzanne dives into how human instinct could be a nudging from the Holy Spirit and how God’s redeeming work is seen through the challenges and mistakes in life. Plus, you’ll get the scoop on the most popular flavor of ice cream and why it’s the hardest to make. To purchase a copy of Love on a Whim, stop by your local Christian bookstore⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or visit our online store mtl.christianbook.com by clicking ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. You can connect with Suzanne at ⁠⁠SuzanneWoodsFisher.com⁠⁠. To hear more podcasts on this channel, visit ⁠⁠⁠https://www.mtlmagazine.com/podcast⁠⁠⁠. Be sure to subscribe to the More to Life podcast on ⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcast⁠⁠⁠ or Spotify so you don't miss an episode!

    34 min
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Do you love a good story? We do too! In the More to Life podcast, we’ll talk with authors about the true stories that have inspired their writings. In each episode, you’ll find out what happened in their life, where they are now and how they can help you, while ultimately pointing you to the Author of Life, Jesus. As guests share their life stories, we hope you’ll discover purpose and meaning to the moments in your life as well. In other words, we hope you’ll find more to life!

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  • Creator
    More to Life
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    25
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © More to Life
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    More to Life Podcast