Beloved and Becoming Podcast

Is God in the Old Testament different from Jesus in the New Testament? If you've ever struggled to reconcile God's judgment with His love, this episode is for you. In this episode of Beloved and Becoming, we explore the Fruit of the Spirit of Kindness and discover that kindness is far more than being nice. Kindness is the expression of God's heart—a heart revealed fully through Jesus Christ.

Do you feel your patience disappear in traffic, long lines, slow drivers, or difficult people? Same here. In today’s episode of Beloved & Becoming, we begin a brand-new series on the Fruit of the Spirit by talking about one of the hardest fruits to grow: patience.

In this episode of Beloved and Becoming, we unpack one of the most powerful promises in Scripture—Philippians 4:6–7. God offers a peace that transcends understanding… a peace that doesn’t always make sense, but is deeply real and available to you right now.

Fear is often the hidden root behind our worries—fear of the future, fear of loss, fear of things not working out the way we hoped. But Scripture reminds us that God’s peace is deeper, stronger, and more sustaining than anything we face. In this episode of Beloved and Becoming, we talk about how to move from fear into peace—not by striving harder, but by trusting God and positioning our hearts to experience His presence. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in cycles of worry, this message will gently guide you back to the only place where true peace is found.

What if the peace you’re praying for isn’t found in your circumstances changing—but in God meeting you right in the middle of them? In this episode of Beloved and Becoming, we explore a deeper kind of peace—the kind that isn’t shaken by what’s happening around you. True peace isn’t rooted in outcomes… it’s found in God’s presence.

Unforgiveness doesn’t punish the person who hurt you—it punishes you. It weighs your heart down with bitterness, steals your peace, and quietly blocks your joy. In this episode of Beloved and Becoming, we dive into what Scripture really says about forgiveness—and what it doesn’t say. You’ll discover the powerful biblical truth that forgiveness is not forgetting, and how the Hebrew understanding of forgiveness can completely change the way you see healing.
We unpack Romans 12:19–21 and answer: Why God tells us not to take revenge What “heaping burning coals” actually means
The difference between forgiveness and being a doormat
How to forgive when it still hurts
If you’ve been hurt, confused, or stuck in a cycle of bitterness, this teaching will help you release it and experience joy again. What you’ll learn:
✨ What forgiveness is (and what it’s not)
✨ Why unforgiveness is a spiritual stronghold
✨ How to set healthy boundaries while forgiving
✨ A practical, prayer-based path to freedom I’ve lived this journey myself—walking through deep hurt and finding freedom on the other side. And I believe God wants that same freedom for you.
🙏 Prayer + Call to Action: If this message spoke to you, comment: “Forgiveness is not forgetting.” Like, subscribe, and share this with someone who needs freedom and joy today. 🌿
About the Podcast: Welcome to Beloved and Becoming—the podcast for those tired of striving to earn God’s love. Here we remember that in Christ, we are already deeply loved… and yet God is still faithfully forming us. You are beloved. Becoming flows from that place.
website: https://wordsbyandylee.com/ Monthly Readings Plans plus a 22 day devo on Psalm 119: https://mailchi.mp/97cd971034b4/beautiful-psalm-119
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If you’ve ever felt stuck in the cycle of comparison, this message is for you. In today’s episode of Beloved and Becoming, we’re exposing the comparison trap for what it really is: a tactic of the enemy to discourage and distract you from your God-given race. But the good news? You don’t have to stay stuck.
We’re diving into Hebrews 12:1–2 and uncovering how to: ✨ Break free from the grip of comparison ✨ Refocus your heart and mind on Jesus ✨ Replace discouragement with joy ✨ Run your race with confidence and purpose Comparison paralyzes—but truth sets you free. You are not behind. You are not disqualified. You are beloved. And when your eyes are fixed on Jesus, joy returns. 🙌
In This Episode:
Why comparison is one of the enemy’s favorite tactics
The real reason discouragement hits so hard
A powerful mindset shift that breaks comparison instantly
How praying for others weakens comparison’s grip The key to running your race with joy again
📖 Scripture Highlight Hebrews 12:1–2 Ephesians 6 1 Peter 1:8–9 💛  
website: https://wordsbyandylee.com/ Get the Reading Plan Printable on the website. XXOO

Grief is real, and losing someone you love can shake your heart and your faith. As Christians, we often feel pressure to choose joy because we have hope in Christ. But when grief hangs heavy like a dense fog, joy can feel impossible.
If you’re struggling to feel joy after losing someone you love, you are not a bad Christian. In this video, we talk honestly about grief and the Fruit of the Spirit of Joy. The Greek word for joy, chara, can mean “calm happiness”—a quiet contentment that grows from the presence of Jesus.
Joy is not something we force or manufacture. As many have discovered, joy isn’t something we simply choose… it’s something that grows when we choose Jesus. I share a deeply personal story about caring for my sister during her battle with cancer, the grief that followed her passing, and the moment when worship unexpectedly restored my joy.
If you’re walking through grief, this message is meant to bring you grace, hope, and the reminder that joy can return.
In this teaching we explore:
• Why grief and faith can coexist
• The biblical meaning of the Fruit of the Spirit of joy
• Why “choosing joy” isn’t always possible
• How choosing Jesus helps joy grow again
• How worship can restore joy in the middle of sorrow
The Bible reminds us in Romans 15:13 that God is the source of hope, joy, and peace through the power of the Holy Spirit. If you’re grieving today, know this: You will laugh again. You will worship again. And joy can grow again in your heart.
Resources mentioned in the video
📖 Download the Fruit of the Spirit Reading Plan (link below) https://tinyurl.com/bdfevp2x
🖋️Sandy Warner's Article: https://tinyurl.com/4dnpbfyn
💬 If you’re grieving, would you share in the comments: “I’m grieving.” I read every comment and will be praying for you. You’re not alone in this.

Many of us think joy means feeling happy all the time. But if that’s true… most of us would admit we fall short. In this teaching, we explore what the Bible actually means by the Fruit of the Spirit of Joy. The Greek word for joy, chara, can also mean “calm happiness.” That simple phrase changes everything.
The apostle Paul understood this kind of joy. In Philippians 4:12–13, he explains that his strength didn’t come from trying harder to be happy—it came from Christ living in him. And in Psalm 16:11, David reminds us that true joy is found in God’s presence.
In this video we talk about:
• Why joy isn’t the same as constant happiness
• How personality and circumstances can affect our emotions
• The biblical meaning of joy (chara)
• Why contentment and God’s presence are the secret to lasting joy
• Simple daily practices that help us experience God’s presence
I also share a personal story about rediscovering the importance of time with the Lord and the practices that help me reconnect when my joy feels distant. If you’ve ever struggled to "choose joy” this message is for you.
✨ Next Steps 📖 Get the Bible Reading Plan: (link below) https://tinyurl.com/bdfevp2x 📓 My guided journal “God Is Faithful” is available on Amazon: (link) https://tinyurl.com/7cjketwe
Try these simple practices this week: • Journal your sorrows and blessings • Spend time in Scripture • Go outside and notice God’s creation • Talk with Jesus throughout your day
website: https://wordsbyandylee.com/

In this episode of the Beloved and Becoming, Andy Lee explores how God’s agape love works in our lives—not just as a command, but as something the Holy Spirit grows within us and gives to us when we ask.
If you’ve ever:
Felt like you’re striving to be more loving
Wondered why spiritual growth sometimes feels exhausting
Wanted to experience deeper transformation from the inside out . . . 
This message is for you. We’ll walk through the famous passage often read at weddings and rediscover its deeper spiritual meaning. Love that is patient, kind, humble, forgiving, truthful, protective, hopeful, and enduring is not something we create alone—it’s something that grows when we’re rooted in Christ.
This study will help you:
Understand why love is the greatest spiritual gift
See how love is both fruit and gift from the Holy Spirit
Learn how to pray for a greater measure of God’s love
Grow in your identity as someone deeply loved by God
You are already beloved. Becoming flows from there.
Free Downloads:
⬇️Reading Plan of the Fruit of the Spirit of Love: https://mailchi.mp/dd0e1d98ccdd/love-...
⬇️ Rest in God's Love 12 question study https://mailchi.mp/476e67058300/love-...
👉Website: https://wordsbyandylee.com/