With Purpose Podcast
With Purpose Podcast is hosted by friends Chrissie and Keryn, who created it out of difficult seasons to explore where faith meets real life. Each episode features honest conversations, personal stories, and biblical truth about how God is working through struggles, ordinary moments, and joyful victories. The show encourages listeners to see God's purpose in every season, whether they are waiting, hurting, or celebrating.
Episodes
EP24: We sat down with Lynton Levengood, the Art Director behind the David movie. (Part 2)
In Part 2 of our conversation with Lynton Levengood, we go deeper into the heart behind the David movie. From the challenges of designing entire worlds from scratch to the small, powerful details most viewers might miss, Lynton gives us a behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to bring a story like this to life.We talk about the moments that impacted him most, the balance between biblical
EP 23: We sat down with Lynton Levengood, the Art Director behind the David movie. (Part 1)
In this episode, Lynton shares more about his creative journey, how he first became involved in the film, and where it all began. He also takes us into his research process in Israel and how that experience shaped his vision for the project.We hear about the incredible attention to detail and deep sense of purpose that went into bringing this film to life from the early stages of design to the int
EP 22: A New Year, New Season...
We’re kicking off 2026 with a BIG catch-up and a whole lot of gratitude. In this episode, we reflect on how last year wrapped up, recap our very first With Purpose event, and share what this new season is already teaching us about faith, motherhood, identity, and trusting God in the unknown.We talk about the beauty and the overwhelm, the encouragement God has been placing on our hearts, and what i
E21: Grace, Grit, and Faith: Jean-Marie Stander's Story (Part 2)
In Part 2 of our conversation with Jean-Marie Stander, we continue her story and talk about some deeply personal and difficult seasons of her life.Jean-Marie opens up about grief, loss, and the questions that come when life doesn’t unfold the way we expect it to. She shares how her faith was challenged, how God met her in the middle of the pain, and what it looked like to keep trusting Him through
E20: Grace, Grit, and Faith: Jean-Marie Stander’s Story (Part 1)
In today’s episode, we’re joined by the wonderful Jean-Marie Stander for Part 1 of a two-part conversation. Jean-Marie shares her journey of faith from growing up in a sporty, competitive family alongside her brother, Olympic swimmer Ryk Neethling, to navigating marriage, moving across countries, and stepping into motherhood.With honesty and grace, she opens up about the challenges she faced while
E19: How Do We Know What God's Will is? (Part 2)
If you haven’t listened to Part 1 of this conversation, we encourage you to start there first!In this episode, we continue our devotional on God's Will.We talk about what gets in the way of our joy and gratitude — how life’s disappointments, unanswered prayers, and heartache can test our trust in God’s will. Chrissie shares a personal story of prayer in the hospital, and we reflect on what it
E18: How Do We Know What God's Will Is? (Part 1)
What is God’s will — and how can we know it?In this week’s devotional episode, we talk about what God’s will isn’t — it’s not random, a lottery ticket, or something hidden — and what it is: His sovereign plan, His revealed truth in Scripture, and His desire for us to walk in obedience and trust.We also unpack what it means to trust God’s plan when life doesn’t go as we expected, and how surrenderi
E17: Hard Truths in a Confused World - Why Good and Evil Point to God (we talk about K-Pop Demon Hunters, Charlie Kirk & the Rapture)
In this week’s episode, we’re unpacking some of the biggest hot topics right now—Netflix’s K-Pop Demon Hunters, Charlie Kirk’s legacy, and the latest rapture predictions. What do all of these have in common? They force us to wrestle with good, evil, and the gift of free will. At the end of the day, what we do with that free will matters—and it points us back to God as the ultimate standard of trut
E16: Should Christians do YOGA & Why Pilates is a Safer Option with Lindsay Davis-Hannibal from Pureform Pilates
Should Christians do yoga? It’s a question many are asking, especially as yoga has become so popular in schools, gyms, and wellness spaces. At first glance, it looks like harmless stretching—but what are the spiritual roots behind it, and why should believers be cautious?In this episode, we’re joined by Lindsay, a Pilates instructor who once practiced yoga but felt convicted to step away. She shar
E15: Let’s Catch Up - What We’ve Been Learning from God Recently
In this special catch-up episode, Chrissie and Keryn open their hearts about the past few months — the loss of a beloved grandmother, the beauty of seeing God at work in Thailand, wrestling with fear, longing for heaven, lessons in waiting, and even a surprising look at spiritual battles in pop culture.This isn’t a “topic episode” — it’s an open door into our lives and what God is teaching us righ
E14: The Truth About Fear: What God Says, it's Purpose & Our Response
Fear is something we all face—but what if there’s a deeper purpose in it? In this episode, Chrissie and Keryn open up about their own struggles with fear, from everyday anxieties to moments when it felt impossible to trust. Together, they explore what Scripture says about both Godly and ungodly fear, why fear is as much a heart issue as it is a mind battle, and how we can surrender it to the One w
E13: Purpose in Healthy living & Hormonal Health with Dr Ledivia Strauss
In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Ledivia Strauss, an integrative medical doctor passionate about functional and hormonal health. We explore how our hormones impact our emotions, energy, and everyday choices—and how living with intention in our health is one way we can honour God with our bodies.We talk about:✨ Hormonal health through every season of life 💊 Birth control🧠 The spiritual side of
E12: Q&A (from navigating friendships, in-law dynamics, purity & more!)
We're answering your questions in this special Q&A episode! From staying consistent in your walk with God, finding joy at work, navigating friendships, in-law dynamics, purity, and trusting God in uncertain seasons—we're covering it all with honesty, laughter, and heart. You asked, we answered.We also get a little personal—sharing our own experiences, family traditions, and even futu
E11: Purpose in Our Words
What we say matters—and it reveals far more than we think.In this episode, we unpack how the words we speak are a direct reflection of what’s going on in our hearts. Inspired by the devotional Beholding and Becoming, we explore the power of the tongue, how our speech shapes the world around us, and what it means to speak from an overflow of Jesus.From idle comments to life-giving encouragement, ou
E10: Purpose in the Desert: How God Can Calm an Anxious Heart (dealing with burnout, severe anxiety and feeling distant from God)
Have you ever walked through a season that felt like a spiritual desert—dry, isolating, and heavy with questions? In this deeply honest and hope-filled episode of With Purpose Podcast, we’re joined by Alison Hallet as she shares her powerful story of walking through a year of physical illness, emotional exhaustion, and spiritual dryness... and how God met her in it all.From critically low iron lev
E9: Purpose in Everyday Worship: The Worship We Don’t Realize We’re Giving
This week marks the beginning of something new on the With Purpose Podcast—our very first devotional series. In this episode, we introduce the beautiful and thought-provoking devotional book Beholding and Becoming: The Art of Everyday Worship, which invites us to draw near to God and reflect His character in our daily lives.Worship isn’t just a Sunday morning activity—it’s found in what fills our
E8: Purpose in Uncertainty: Part 2 of Keryn's Story (What helped in the healing journey & how can we support others)
In Part 2 of Keryn’s story, we begin to piece together the healing journey—emotionally, physically, and spiritually—after deep grief and personal loss. Keryn opens up vulnerably about the lasting effects of miscarriage, from mental burnout and recurring nightmares to the spiritual numbness that followed. Yet, even in the darkest places, she shares how God continued to meet her, comfort her, and ge
E7: Purpose in Uncertainty: Part 1 of Keryn's Story (Multiple Miscarriages)
In Part 1 of this intimate and heartfelt episode, we invite you into Keryn’s personal story—a story she’s sharing publicly for the first time. It’s a journey through a season of deep uncertainty, longing, and heartbreaking loss. Over the span of a year, Keryn experienced two miscarriages that not only tested her emotionally and physically, but shook the foundations of her faith.She shares how what
E6: Purpose in the Passover & Easter with Dr Shaun Boshoff: Part 3
In the final part of our Easter series, we take a closer look at the traditions we’ve come to associate with Easter—bunnies, chocolates, and eggs—and unpack their origins, meanings, and whether they truly distract from the heart of the celebration.We explore: 🐣 Why eggs and bunnies became symbols of Easter 🍫 How chocolate entered the picture 📜 And the real story behind the word Easter and if it&ap
E5: Purpose in the Passover & Easter with Dr Shaun Boshoff: Part 2
In Part 2 of our special Easter series, we’re continuing our conversation with Dr. Shaun Boshoff and uncovering more powerful layers of meaning behind Passover.Why is yeast removed from everything—including McDonald’s buns—during this time? What does the word Passover really mean in Hebrew, and how is it connected to the identity of the Hebrew people? And why do Easter and the Jewish Passover some
E4: Purpose in the Passover & Easter with Dr Shaun Boshoff: Part 1
In Part 1 of our Easter series, we’re diving deep into the origins of Passover and how it beautifully points to Jesus, the Lamb of God. Joined by special guest Dr. Shaun Boshoff— author & Hebrew Scholar —we explore the rich biblical and historical context of the first Passover, the blood on the doorposts, and the powerful symbolism that connects Egypt to the cross.You’ll also hear about Shaun’
E3: Purpose in Suffering - Chrissie's Story: Part 2
In this heartfelt continuation of Chrissie’s journey, we dive deeper into how seasons of suffering can completely reshape our perspective. Chrissie shares how God revealed more of Himself beyond expectation, and how hope came not in the absence of suffering, but through it. From miracles they didn’t know they needed to the quiet transformation of perspective, this episode will leave you both enco
E2: Purpose in Suffering - Chrissie's Story: Part 1
In this episode, Chrissie bravely shares her personal journey—the moment she learned about her little boy’s spina bifida diagnosis, the questions and struggles that followed, and how God met her in the middle of it all. Through unanswered prayers, uncertainty, and heartbreak, she discovered a deeper faith and a purpose that only God could bring through suffering.If you’ve ever wrestled with the &q
E1: Living with Purpose - the Heart Behind Our Podcast
In this very first episode, we’re sharing:A little bit about us,How this podcast came to be,Why living With Purpose matters, andThe heart behind it all—and how God uses every season.Have you ever felt like you’re just going through the motions? Wondering if there’s a greater purpose in the season you’re in? We’re unpacking what it means to live with purpose and walk in faith daily.Contact UsVisit
