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The Made for More Podcast

Sara Laine McNew

Have you ever thought to yourself “There’s got to be more to all of this?” Or “What was I made for?” Then you’ve come to the right place!

 The Made for More podcast is about helping individuals discover their purpose, how to step into it, and how to use it to make an impact on other people’s lives. It is a place to dive into how God orchestrated abundantly more for us than we often realize. We will touch on various topics such as identity, friendship, trials, living in today’s culture, and so much more! We will grow, laugh, cry and try together as we aim to live a life that is ultimately made for more than just you and I - because that’s when life gets good! 

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  • 26 episodes
  • fortnightly
  • Avg 50 min
  • English

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  • S2 · E15
    Thursday · 47 min

    By the Blood of the Lamb and the Word of Our Testimony with Katie Flemming

    By the Blood of the Lamb: This Is My Testimony | With Katie Flemming Katie Flemming joins us to share her powerful testimony of complete healing and what the Lord can do when all hope feels lost. The girls get real about sickness, trusting God in the middle of pain, and holding onto faith when circumstances feel uncertain. They also dive into stepping into your God-given purpose, stewarding the gifts He’s placed in your hands, and using your story to make a difference in the lives of others. A reminder that no situation is beyond God’s reach, no season is wasted, and our testimonies have the power to point others back to Jesus. “And they have conquered him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony.” — Revelation 12:11

  • October 22 · 45 min

    It's Never Too Late with Tonya Prewett

    Tonya Prewett comes on Made for More to share her testimony of how the Lord is always on time and what a small step of obedience can do. UNITE US started as a prayer and turned into a massive revival across college campuses and Gen Z. Tonya shares all the Lord has done, will be faithful to do and what happens when you entrust Him with your dreams.

  • October 8 · 52 min

    10 Things I'd Tell My Younger Self

    This week Sara Laine is back with another solo epsiode of things she's learned along the way that she would tell her younger self. After turning 27, she reflected over the many seasons she has walked through and that there is so much she wants to encourage others with who could be walking through similar things. She talks through all the things from trials, emotions, dating, hustle, truly knowing God and more!

  • September 24 · 59 min

    "The Real Cost of Childhood Fame with Maddi Jane"

    What happens when the life you knew as a child suddenly changes? In this episode of Made for More, christian artist Maddi Jane opens up about experiencing youtube fame at a young age and navigating the different seasons God has brought her through. She shares what it looked like to move beyond the identities and expectations attached to childhood fame and discover that her true identity is found in Christ. Maddi also shares how she is now using her gift of music to glorify God in today’s culture—learning to stay rooted in Him while creating and using her platform for His purposes. Seasons change. Circumstances change. But God remains faithful through every chapter. This is a conversation about identity, surrender, using yo9ur gifts for God's glory, purpose, and learning to steward what God has given you for His glory.

  • S2 · E13
    September 10 · 56 min

    How to be Influential Without Being Defined by Influence w John Michael Howell

    In this episode of Made for More, SL is sitting down with John Michael Howell to talk about navigating fame, influence, and success while remaining rooted in who God created you to be. John Michael shares what it looks like to go from a worship setting into a secular space without compromising your identity, how to stay humble when your gifts begin opening doors, and what it means to entrust your talent and influence fully to God. We talk about the temptation to find your identity in success, the pressure that comes with being seen, and the importance of remembering that your gift is ultimately a gift from God and for God. How we use those gifts to make His name known is what truly matters. Because being in a secular space doesn’t mean you have to become of it. And being given a platform doesn’t mean you have to lose yourself on it. This conversation is a reminder that God can use your gifts anywhere—but your identity has to remain rooted in Him. You were never made to chase fame. You were made to faithfully steward what God has placed in your hands.

  • August 27 · 1 hr 4 min

    Healing to be Whole

    SL is back for another solo episode - this time, she is sharing her updated healing testimony! This one is pretty crazy… if you’re feeling a lack of hope, this episode is for you!

  • August 13 · 49 min

    Can You Be in a Secular Space as a Christian with Laela Dasher

    LO Worship and Dasher the Band singer Laela Skinner Dasher comes on Made for More to talk about pursuing music in both the Christian and secular spaces. The girls talk about convictions, obedience, being a light in dark spaces, and the importance of knowing God’s voice. Join the girls as they dive into shaving both been called to both spaces and what they have learned in the process.

  • S2 · E12
    July 30 · 48 min

    The Necessity of the Local Church with Noah Herrin

    Noah Herrin pastor of Way Church joins SL on the pod to talk about the vitality of being plugged in to your church community, discipleship and even church hurt. They unpack so many things throughout the episode that leave you feeling inspired, seen, refreshed and on fire! The church isn’t perfect - and that’s the point - we are broken vessels aiming to become more like Him and with that comes growth, accountability, grace and change. God designed the church with beautiful order, intentionality and purpose - if you have questions or have felt let down, this episode is for you!

  • S2 · E11
    July 16 · 1 hr

    Hot Takes with the Goodsource squad

    This episode we are joined by not one, but 5 amazing guests!! The Goodsource team joins forces and bring 6 different Christian “hot takes!” Za, Garth, Syd, Grace, Danielle, and Bailey are under a timer of 8 minutes each dropping one of their favorite Christian topics that doesn’t always get talked about. All of these things are very important conversations for us as believers to have and unpack! This is such a fun episode bringing the reminder of having community to sharpen and deepen your perspectives and have a joyful time along the way!

  • July 2 · 50 min

    Dreams into Reality - Living & Stewarding the Answered Prayer with Jordan McCullough

    Made for More Fam, he's back! After finishing as the runner-up on American Idol, Jordan McCullough returns to the Made for More podcast—but this time, he’s living out the very answered prayer he talked about in his first appearance. This conversation is a full-circle moment filled with honesty, encouragement, and powerful reminders of God’s faithfulness. Together, Sara Laine and Jordan unpack what it looks like to pursue God wholeheartedly while chasing the dreams He’s placed on your heart. They discuss how to remain a faithful vessel, steward the gift of an answered prayer, and navigate the weight and responsibility that often come with seeing God’s promises unfold. If you’ve ever prayed for something big, wondered what comes after God says “yes,” or needed encouragement to keep trusting Him in the process, this episode is for you.

  • June 18 · 50 min

    Is there a "One" or Soulmate with Christian Bevere

    "Dear Future Husband" podcast host Christian Bevere comes on the pod to talk about if there is one person God has ordained for us to marry as believers and what it look likes to step into what is right after a long season of waiting. The girls talk about the power of prayer, waiting well and following the Lord’s pace.

  • S2 · E8
    June 17 · 58 min

    When the Thorn in Your Flesh Doesn't Go Away

    Sara Laine sits down for her second solo episode to discuss suffering and trials. She shares the scriptures and experiences God has used in her own life to show His character and what true perseverance in our walk with Christ should aim to look like; how He is the ultimate healer and in Him alone He is able to take what the enemy meant for evil and turn it for good.

  • May 21 · 58 min

    Breaking Free: Living In the World but Not Being of It with Lacy Abercrombie

    Lacy brings the realness, rawness, depth, joy, humor and wisdom on this weeks episode! She shares a big part of her testimony as to how Christ transformed her life and then how He took it a step further and helped her out of living one foot in the world and one out. The girls talk freedom, hope and standing firm in who He has called you to be; get ready to laugh, cry and all the in betweens!

  • May 7 · 47 min

    How to Hear from God with Jonny Ardavanis

    Pastor and podcaster Jonny Ardavanis, best known for his emphasis on biblical clarity, discipleship, and helping people understand how to read Scripture well, comes on the pod to unpack questions like “How do I know it was from God?” and why we’re often quick to label thoughts and feelings as divine direction. The pair also discuss the tendency to rely on “Christianese” without fully understanding what we’re saying. The episode points listeners back to the gospel, challenging cultural assumptions and calling us to a deeper, more grounded faith rooted in scripture rather than emotion or assumption.

  • March 12 · 52 min

    When trials come - There is purpose in your pain with Alexa Penavega

    Alexa joins Sara Laine on the pod to discuss how the Lord worked through her childhood fame bringing restoration and hope. They dive into what it means to use your trails as your testimony as Alexa opens up about her eating disorder and life before the Lord all the way to the heartbreak of losing a child.

  • S2 · E1
    February 26 · 35 min

    If you gotta pulse, you gotta purpose!

    Welcome to Made for More - now a mygoodsource show! This intro episode into the season is where we get to know our host, Sara Laine McNew, and the why behind the podcast! She shares parts of her testimony where the Lord revealed His power, glory and faithfulness in ways that have changed her life and set a fire in her to go deliver the message that we were made for more!

  • S1 · E17
    Mar 21, 2025 · 46 min

    Good News: You're Not Broken and You Can Get to the Root with Ava Young

    Ava Young comes on the pod to share her story; out of nowhere at seventeen years old she developed multiple chronic illnesses that left her bed bound having to have her mom as her caretaker. While her and her parents were doing everything in their power to help her find healing, they continually hit road blocks and she continued to get worse with no relief. Until one day, the Lord connected her to someone that would help change her story forever. Not only did Ava find full healing, she is now married to the love of her life with their precious daughter living the life she always dreamed of. She now gets to share her story for a living with thousands of people, helping them find the root causes to their symptoms and get on the road to healing. The Lord took what seemed like an impossible situation to overcome and turned it completely upside down with multiple miracles. He is more than able to do exceedingly and abundantly more than we can comprehend!

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