Delight In Every Step

Lara Allen

Delight in Every Step is a space for women who are ready to embrace what’s next. Hosted by Lara Allen, this podcast highlights stories of women who have stepped into new purpose in their 50s and beyond—women who are still growing, still becoming, and still saying yes to God. Each conversation is filled with encouragement, wisdom, and real-life faith—reminding you that your story isn’t over, your calling still matters, and it’s never too late to take your next step. Let this be your invitation to keep going… and find delight in every step along the way.

Episodes

  1. 6d ago

    S1E3 | Purpose Never Expires: Kay Snipes on Business, Ministry & Reinvention

    Episode Summary In this inspiring episode, Lara Allen sits down with entrepreneur and mentor Kay Snipes, whose journey spans decades of business ownership, creativity, ministry, loss, reinvention, and faithful obedience. From owning a hometown pharmacy with her husband in their 20s to launching tea rooms, gift shops, cooking schools, and creative businesses across multiple states, Kay shares how God continually led her into new seasons and unexpected opportunities. Kay recounts the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, including building thriving businesses featured in Southern Living, teaching women across the country how to launch tea rooms of their own, and later walking through devastating loss after hurricanes and the death of her husband. Through it all, she discovered that purpose does not end with age, career changes, or even failure. God was using every season to shape her identity, deepen her faith, and prepare her for what was next. This conversation is a powerful reminder that work can be ministry, transitions can become invitations to growth, and it is never too late to begin again. Whether you are in a season of rebuilding, dreaming, or wondering what comes next, Kay’s story will encourage you to trust God with your next step. Hosted by Lara Allen, Delight in Every Step exists to inspire women to keep moving and growing in their 50s and beyond. Each episode features a woman who has done something new in this purposeful time of life.   For You Kay’s story proves that you’re never too old to do something new. Is there a nudge you’ve been sensing? Even if you don’t have the whole vision, you have a next step. I’d be delighted to help you identify it! 👉 Find practical resources and support in your 50s and beyond at:www.FlourishwithLara.com   Connect with Kay Snipes Visit Kay’s beautiful store online or in person! www.topiaries.shop  https://www.facebook.com/topiariesofamericus 209 N Jackson Street, Americus, GA  31709

    S1E3 | Purpose Never Expires: Kay Snipes on Business, Ministry & Reinvention
  2. Aug 26

    S1E2 | Just Say Yes: A Life of Faith, Obedience, & Impact with Sheila Hofmann

    Episode Summary In this encouraging conversation, Lara sits down with Sheila Hofmann, whose life reflects decades of faithful obedience to God. From accepting Christ at a young age to walking closely with Him for over 60 years, Sheila shares how her love for God’s Word has shaped every season. Now in her 70s, she continues to live with purpose, reminding us that as long as we have breath, God is not finished with us. At age 65, Sheila sensed God calling her to teach middle school girls Scripture. Though it didn’t make sense at first, her simple yes led to growing small groups, new curriculum, and a ministry impacting the next generation. Her story is a powerful reminder that we don’t need the full plan—just a willingness to take the next step. Hosted by Lara Allen, Delight in Every Step exists to inspire women to keep moving and growing in their 50s and beyond. Each episode features a woman who has done something new in this purposeful time of life.     For You What might God be calling you to do? Are you feeling like it might be too late? There is a next step for you, and I’d be delighted to help you identify it! 👉 Find practical resources and support in your 50s and beyond at: www.flourishwithlara.com   Connect with Sheila Hofmann Follow Sheila’s journey as she prepares to expand her curriculum Beautiful and Champion to equip families, churches, and communities worldwide. You can visit her GoFundMe page to help fund her on-going mission to expand. https://gofund.me/3879bdaea

    S1E2 | Just Say Yes: A Life of Faith, Obedience, & Impact with Sheila Hofmann
  3. Aug 12

    S1E1 | Restoration, Presence & Becoming Whole Again with Melody Lovvorn

    Episode Summary In this meaningful conversation, Lara sits down with Melody Lovvorn to talk about the deep soul work of healing, restoration, and rediscovering who God created women to be. Melody shares how years of working with weary women, combined with her own life experiences, led her to write her new book, Grit and Grace: Restoring the Feminine Soul. Through coaching, mentoring, and trauma-informed care, she helps women who feel exhausted from striving, performing, and losing themselves in the demands of life. Melody talks about the beauty of slowing down, embracing the ministry of presence, and learning to rest internally even in busy seasons of life. From becoming a grandmother to launching a new season of writing and theological study, she reflects on how God continues to guide her through transition and purpose. Together, Lara and Melody discuss identity shifts, healing from painful experiences, and the importance of creating space to hear God clearly. This episode is an encouraging reminder that women are not meant to live in constant exhaustion and performance. Freedom, peace, and restoration are available by embracing who God says we are and allowing Him to lead our next steps. Hosted by Lara Allen, Delight in Every Step exists to inspire women to keep moving and growing in their 50s and beyond. Each episode features a woman who has done something new in this purposeful time of life.   For You Maybe there’s a book inside of you too! What life experiences and lessons might God want you to share with others? You don’t have to have it all figured out. I can help you identify your next step…and then the next! Connect with Lara here:  👉 Find practical resources and support in your 50s and beyond at: www.flourishwithlara.com Flourish + Delight Instagram   Connect with Melody Lovvorn Do you feel weary from the pressure of doing it all? Do you yearn for a more gentle pace? Melody Lovvorn is a coach, mentor, and author who helps women move from striving and exhaustion toward healing, wholeness, and rest through soul care and restoration work. 🌐 https://www.melodylovvorn.com/📱 https://www.facebook.com/melodylovvorn📱https://www.instagram.com/melodylovvorn Purchase her brand new book Grit & Grace: Restoring the Feminine Soul: Purchase Book Here

    S1E1 | Restoration, Presence & Becoming Whole Again with Melody Lovvorn

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About

Delight in Every Step is a space for women who are ready to embrace what’s next. Hosted by Lara Allen, this podcast highlights stories of women who have stepped into new purpose in their 50s and beyond—women who are still growing, still becoming, and still saying yes to God. Each conversation is filled with encouragement, wisdom, and real-life faith—reminding you that your story isn’t over, your calling still matters, and it’s never too late to take your next step. Let this be your invitation to keep going… and find delight in every step along the way.