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To make a short story longEp. 29 When you believe lies about your identity“When you and I choose to believe a lie about ourselves, it’s one of these three lies we believe: I’m helpless. I’m worthless. I’m unlovable.” - Get out of your head, Jennie Allen
2021-05-2412 minTo make a short story longEp. 28 Rule of LifeWhat is a rule of life and how can it point you to Jesus?
2021-05-1712 minTo make a short story longEp. 27 Do not grow weary in doing good.What does it mean to do good? How do we overcome when we grow weary in our faith? I talk about this and more in this episode!
2021-05-0314 minTo make a short story longEp. 26 Preach the gospel (and use your words)Today I talk about our mission in life as Christians: sharing the good news of Jesus! Whatever stage of life you are in single, married, in high school or college - this should be our main focus.
2021-04-1919 minTo make a short story longEp. 25 Laziness: The struggle to steward our gifts well and work whole heartedly for the LordIn recent years there have been many incredible books that have talked about the harm of hustle and busy on our lives. But what if that is not your struggle? I think most of us have struggled with laziness at one time or another; in today’s episode I talk about how laziness (like busyness) is not God honoring.
2021-03-1525 minTo make a short story longEp. 24 If you struggle with spending time with God.I’m back! Do you struggle to spend time with God? Everyone has seasons where we have struggled with this but maybe your season has lasted years! In this episode I discuss what it means to love God, why we have such a hard time spending time with God, and what we can do about it!
2021-03-0133 min
The Young Professionals ShowAnny Ilisoi and The Art of Following UpFellow podcaster Anny Illisoi joins the show and shares how she got into her current job, what it was like to work for Microsoft, the importance of being professional when starting a new career, and the delicacy of following up with people. Be sure to check out her podcast: "To make a short story long"!
2020-12-3151 minTo make a short story longEp. 23 Mental Health part 2 - A conversation with Justin TalkishIn this episode I have a conversation with Justin, a mental health counselor, coworker, and friend. We get to hear a little bit about his life story and what led him to become a counselor. We also discuss mental health in this crazy season, weird youth group games, and how the gospel fits in it all.
2020-11-1700 minTo make a short story longEp. 22 Mental Health: Part 1In this episode I discuss seven things that have helped me with my mental health in this season. Abiding, being with people, journaling, focusing on others, and several other things that have been helpful during this time.
2020-11-0200 minTo make a short story longEp. 21 How to Glorify God at workIn the episode I talk about how to glorify God with our work. I talk about dependence, having integrity, and loving others. Here is the article that I mentioned and referenced: https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/how-to-glorify-god-at-work
2020-10-1300 minTo make a short story longEp, 20 GratitudeToday I talk about gratitude. Why I think it’s important, how I practice it, and some specific things I’m grateful for in this season.
2020-09-2926 minTo make a short story longEp. 19 My thoughts on the Enneagram and personal developmentToday I talk about the enneagram, personal development, and how God uses us in spite of our weaknesses. Follow me on Instagram: Instagram.com/annyilisoi
2020-09-2133 minTo make a short story longEp. 18 Christian dating with Nate Elsheimer and Ty WhitmanIn today’s episode my friends Nate and Ty join me to talk about Christian relationships. We discuss how our Christianity informs our dating life, past fears, how we know when we are ready to date, and much more! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Nate and Ty’s podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ignite/id1485444253⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Follow me on Instagram: Instagram.com/annyilisoi
2020-09-0751 minTo make a short story longEp. 17 Get to know meIn today’s podcast I answer some get to know me questions!
2020-08-3119 minTo make a short story longEp. 16 InsecurityToday I talk about what I do and think about when I’m feeling insecure.
2020-08-2422 minTo make a short story longEp. 15 Two signs of Christian maturityThere are many signs of a mature Christian, but today I am going to be talking about just two! 1) Not being swayed by every teaching out there 2) Speaking the truth in love
2020-08-1822 minTo make a short story longEp. 14 Authenticity is a word I used to hateWhat does it mean to be truly authentic? Hint: it’s not being ruled by your emotions.
2020-08-0329 minTo make a short story longEp. 13 A recap of 2020 and how I’ve beenIf you are anything like me and my friends, you have probably felt like the first half of 2020 has been 5 years wrapped up in one. In this (very chatty) episode I discuss how I’ve been during 2020; from breakups to family stuff to racial issues - it’s been a wild ride.
2020-07-2736 minTo make a short story longEp. 12 What God has been teaching me during COVIDI talk about several things God has been re-teaching me during the COVID-19 period.
2020-07-2019 minTo make a short story longEp. 11 UninvitedToday I talk about my favorite quotes from the book Uninvited by Lisa TerKeurst.
2020-07-1453 minTo make a short story longEp. 10 My money mottoToday I talk about some money guidelines I have for myself.
2020-06-2921 minTo make a short story longEp. 9 Practical conflict resolution tipsToday we discuss some very practical conflict resolution tips. What do you say during conflict and how do you say it?
2020-06-2228 minTo make a short story longEp. 8 Victory in the here and nowWhat does it look like to have victory right now? When life is hard and not like you imagined it to be, where is the hope for our present victory?
2020-06-1534 minTo make a short story longEp. 7 A conversation about identity with Heather VereideIn this episode Anny and Heather talk about their identity in Christ.
2020-06-0836 min2020-06-0132 minTo make a short story longEp. 5 Grief with Jackie KerneyToday I have a conversation with my friend Jackie about grief. How it looked like in her life, how to support friends that are going through grief, and relying on God through it all.
2020-05-2546 minTo make a short story longEp. 4 Rest, burnout, boundaries, and sabbathToday we are talking through how burnout and busyness effect our lives, what we can do about it, and how boundaries and sabbath helped me rest.
2020-05-1828 minTo make a short story longEp. 3 Abiding in the vineToday we talk about what it means and looks like to abide in the vine. We also touch on spiritual disciplines and a “Rule of life.”
2020-05-1122 minTo make a short story longEp. 2 The long game with Josh FlemingThere is a season for everything in life. Josh offers some encouragement for when you are going through the difficult seasons.
2020-05-0436 minTo make a short story longEp. 1 Welcome to “To make a short story long” with Anny IlisoiThis is my first ever episode! I will be introducing the podcast: what it’s going to be about, why I started it etc. You will also get to know a little bit about me and what I’ve been up to!
2020-04-2819 min