From the pandemic Instagram lives to deep dive podcast conversations we have had an absolutely electric time on On a Lighter Note. It has been a journey of revelation, inspiration, pure joy and profound hope in the midst of truly dark and sometimes even scary times. As we wrap up Season 2 Elyse takes a look back at some of the most popular episodes over the seasons — reminding us of the wisdom we can glean as we embark on the next chapter. As always, this episode is for you exactly where you are as a reminder to keep the light on no matter how dark it may get. 

Does checking your bank account give you anxiety? Do you feel hopeless about paying off mountains of student loan or credit card debt? Finances are often the trigger for anxiety and hopelessness in so many people today especially in America where 78% are living paycheck to paycheck. But here to dispel anxiety and fuel us with powerful truth is Financial Expert and bestselling author Rachel Cruze. We all need more education and grace when it comes to our finances.  Rachel is all about equipping everyday people and especially empowering women to take ownership of their financial life to find freedom. The Bible says the love of money is the root of all evil — it does not say the stewardship of money is. We are breaking off the shame that comes with money mistakes and embracing the power of kingdom stewardship. Knowledge is literally power and in this case money.  From Award-Winning Producer and Actress Roma Downey - we bring you the  “On A Lighter Note” Podcast - a conversational interview series hosted by Author & Speaker Elyse Murphy. We feature voices from all walks of life to speak into the ways we are coping with the unexpected twists and turns of life, while providing inspiration, hope and valuable insights to help us thrive during challenging times. 

What would you do if you had to fly a plane with no experience? Try the radio? Pray? Freak out? A man named Doug White had to learn first hand what flying by faith when was forced to safely land his family on a plane after the pilot died unexpectedly mid-flight. This episode we are joined by the man whose incredible true story became the inspiration for LightWorkers' latest film ON A WING AND A PRAYER now available on Prime Video starring Dennis Quaid. We are also joined by incredible screenwriter Brian Egeston who put pen to page to bring Doug's story to the world.  In this conversation we learn first hand the miraculous untold stories from the harrowing journey of that fateful Easter Sunday 14 years ago, to how Brian learned of his story, formed an unlikely friendship with Doug and the winding road to landing the movie in Hollywood just in time for its Easter anniversary. The once nightmare has became a profound testimony of God's faithfulness. This conversation and film will remind you of the power of prayer, the strength of community and restore your faith in miracles. Watch ON A WING AND A PRAYER - NOW AVAILABLE on Prime Video. https://www.amazon.com/Wing-Prayer-Dennis-Quaid/dp/B0B75TB7H8

Do miracles really happen? Join producer Roma Downey and film director Sean McNamara for an inside look at the making of their latest movie "On A Wing And A Prayer" arriving on Prime Video Friday April 7. Starring the incomparable Dennis Quaid, Heather Graham and Jesse Metcalfe and based on a miraculous and heroic true story of a man named Doug White played by Dennis Quaid as he goes on a harrowing journey to safely land a plane and save his entire family from disaster after their pilot dies unexpectedly mid-flight.  In this special making of, we go behind the scenes with Roma and Sean sharing stories from making a movie in a pandemic, to shooting in a tiny cockpit — to the string of “coincidences” that lead to the film coming together. This conversation and film will remind you of the power of prayer, the strength of community and restore your faith in miracles. Watch "On a Wing and a Prayer" streaming on Prime Video starting Good Friday, April 7th just in time for Easter.

Do you feel disqualified in asking God for help because of a mess you caused yourself? Or are feeling more and more hopeless that God will intervene in a crisis you can’t seem to find him in? Is any mess too big for God? In today’s episode of On a Lighter Note - Pastor Samuel Rodriguez is here to profess what God has proclaimed over our mess. Jesus knew exactly how to speak to our souls for this exact situation and he did it by doing the unexpected, by using the very mess we’re so defeated or feel bound by — to turn his most profound miracles.  In his latest book “Your Mess, God's Miracle: The Process Is Temporary, the Promise Is Permanent” — he guides us through the scriptural evidence that God is always working no matter what our state of mind, body and heart my understand at the time. You can pre-order your copy “Your Mess, God's Miracle: The Process Is Temporary, the Promise Is Permanent” - https://www.amazon.com/Your-Mess-Gods-Miracle-Temporary/dp/0800762061

What’s it actually like just starting a marriage? And not just the Instagram reel, post-honeymoon version but the real, vulnerable and heart striking humility. In part two of our amazing conversation on relationships, The Heart of Dating’s Kait & JJ Tomlin are here to tell all the lessons 6 months into marriage! From separating fairytales from truth, merging homes and schedules, the challenge of comparison and embracing the beautiful and messy life of covenant marriage that is worth everything. Kait and JJ are not holding back on the profound beauty and the Godly challenge of becoming one. Because no one is an expert except for God when it comes to relationships.  From award-winning producer and actress Roma Downey's LightWorkers Media, welcome to the On a Lighter Note Podcast hosted by writer & speaker Elyse Murphy. Here we have conversations with people from all walks of life to speak into the ways we are coping with the ups, the downs and the detours of life to help us thrive even in challenging times. Even when it seems we're surrounded by darkness, there's always a little bit of light to be found - so let's go find it together! New episode airs every Tuesday.

Are you a week into the new year and already feeling stuck in the rut of 2022? We love to set new goals, new missions, new resolutions — but why do often we lose steam so quickly? In this episode Elyse gives the pep talk we need to kick off 2023 in the right direction and avoid falling into the trap of overrated “new year, new me” mindsets that leave us feeling more disappointed than inspired by year’s end. In this episode we’ll talk through our obsession with chasing the new yet our inability to recognize when it arrives in an unexpected package (as God often does). Elyse encourages us to vet our old and narrow thinking and sincerely open our hands to the new things God’s doing on His terms - not ours. With these powerful perspective shifts, we can set our heart and mind on Him and take on this new year with the wind at our back. From award-winning producer and actress Roma Downey's LightWorkers, welcome to the On a Lighter Note Podcast hosted by writer & speaker Elyse Murphy. Here we have conversations with people from all walks of life to speak into the ways we are coping with the ups, the downs and the detours of life to help us thrive even in challenging times. Even when it seems we're surrounded by darkness, there's always a little bit of light to be found - so let's go find it together! New episode airs every Tuesday.

It's no secret that Christmastime can be a mixed up feeling. Instead of "the most wonderful time of the year" it often feels more like "the most exposing time of the year". We often chase to close the gap between reality and expectation of the Christmas season - but we in turn cover up the truth of how we feel and what our soul needs. Elyse boldly declares that that exposure is not a bad thing, just the cue that we need to align with God to be there for us whether we finish the year soft or strong. Elyse dives into the story of Mary at the birth of Jesus exemplifies this exact experience - and what we can learn about having the courage to respond to God with belief outside the reality of our circumstances. It's not a dead end - but a re-routing from God about how to align our expectations with God's will for our lives. This episode will help you embrace the necessary yet messy parts of the process, and embracing hope in the midst of it. From LightWorkers, Elyse and family, Merry Christmas everyone.   From award-winning producer and actress Roma Downey's LightWorkers Media, welcome to the On a Lighter Note Podcast hosted by writer & speaker Elyse Murphy. Here we have conversations with people from all walks of life to speak into the ways we are coping with the ups, the downs and the detours of life to help us thrive even in challenging times. Even when it seems we're surrounded by darkness, there's always a little bit of light to be found - so let's go find it together! New episode airs every Tuesday.

The Chosen TV series based on the life of Jesus told from the perspective of the disciples has become a global phenomenon. Now stepping into the third season, the honeymoon is over, and the disciples must now deal with the costs of following the Messiah. In this special minisode Elyse sits down with some of your favorite cast members, the writers, and more from The Chosen to share insights on the series, the roles they play and how its impacted their lives as well as audiences around the world. Get ready for this special look behind the scenes. And be sure to get your tickets to watch episode 1 and 2 in theaters 🍿🎥 starting this Friday Nov 18th available at thechosentickets.com  From award-winning producer and actress Roma Downey's LightWorkers Media, welcome to the On a Lighter Note Podcast hosted by writer & speaker Elyse Murphy. Here we have conversations with people from all walks of life to speak into the ways we are coping with the ups, the downs and the detours of life to help us thrive even in challenging times. Even when it seems we're surrounded by darkness, there's always a little bit of light to be found - so let's go find it together! New episode airs every Tuesday.

What do we do in the ‘in-between’ seasons? When we have said goodbye to one season but haven’t quite arrived at the next — how do we cope? It’s like wearing summer clothes when fall weather is fast approaching. The anticipation of a new season is when the pain or discomfort is at its greatest. In this episode Elyse walks us through her learnings from scripture in how to recognize and honor our feelings of exhaustion, discomfort and awkwardness in a transition season. However, what it practically looks like to meet God in the awkward in-between with faith. From award-winning producer and actress Roma Downey's LightWorkers Media, welcome to the On a Lighter Note Podcast hosted by writer & speaker Elyse Murphy. Here we have conversations with people from all walks of life to speak into the ways we are coping with the ups, the downs and the detours of life to help us thrive even in challenging times. Even when it seems we're surrounded by darkness, there's always a little bit of light to be found - so let's go find it together! New episode airs every Tuesday.

Everyone, meet Elyse! She’s an aussie pastor’s kid turned pastor - with a competitive streak, big personality and even bigger heart. Today we’re diving into our first minisode — a “friendship speed date” with your new best friend. Get to know more about our phenomenal host Elyse Murphy as she dives into her story, and the heart and vision behind On A Lighter Note Podcast. From award-winning producer and actress Roma Downey's LightWorkers Media, welcome to the On a Lighter Note Podcast hosted by writer & speaker Elyse Murphy. Here we have conversations with people from all walks of life to speak into the ways we are coping with the ups, the downs and the detours of life to help us thrive even in challenging times. Even when it seems we're surrounded by darkness, there's always a little bit of light to be found - so let's go find it together! New episode airs every Tuesday.

From award-winning producer and actress Roma Downey's LightWorkers Media, welcome to the On a Lighter Note Podcast hosted by writer & speaker Elyse Murphy. Here we have conversations with people from all walks of life to speak into the ways we are coping with the ups, the downs and the detours of life to help us thrive even in challenging times. Even when it seems we're surrounded by darkness, there's always a little bit of light to be found - so let's go find it together! Series premieres September 20th with new episodes airing every Tuesday