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What does true surrender really look like? In this episode of the More Than Just Pretty podcast, Samantha Lee gets real about what it means to fully let go and trust God—even when it costs your comfort, your plans, or your timeline. If you’ve ever wrestled with giving God control or questioned what surrender really requires, this episode will meet you right in the tension. Sometimes the breakthrough isn’t in doing more—it’s i...

On this episode of the More Than Just Pretty Podcast, I'm pulling back the curtain on a truth I never thought I'd share publicly.

For a long time, I was deceived — deceived about what the Bible really says about sex, purity, and sexuality. I believed what culture taught me, even what some church traditions taught me... but not necessarily what God actually says.

In this honest conversation, I’m sharing how I came to see the d...

For the longest time, I questioned if I was even hearing God right. Was it me? Was it fear? Was it doubt? But recently, as I reflected on my journey, I realized something powerful: God has ALWAYS been speaking—I just wasn’t in position to truly listen. In this episode, I share the breakthrough I had when I finally started walking in real obedience… and how everything started to shift. If you’ve ever felt distant from God or u...

In this episode of the #MoreThanJustPretty Podcast, I’m getting all the way real about a moment I thought I trusted God—until He tested my obedience… and I failed.

I’m sharing a deeply personal story of disobedience, how God lovingly checked me, and the powerful lesson I learned from it. Because sometimes, we don’t realize we’re walking in pride or fear until God pulls the rug to reveal what’s really going on unde...

This one might ruffle some feathers… but it’s real.

In this raw and honest episode, I’m exposing the truth about my own walk with God—and how I came to realize I was living a lukewarm faith masked as devotion. I was checking the boxes, saying all the right things, even looking like I was “on fire”… but behind it all, I had just enough God to feel safe, but not enough to be transformed.

God confronted m...

In this raw and honest episode of the #MOREThanJustPretty Podcast, I share a powerful moment in my walk with God where a full-blown spiritual tantrum exposed an area I had yet to surrender. Following Jesus isn't easy—it requires complete surrender, radical obedience, and walking a narrow road that the world simply doesn’t understand.

If you've ever wrestled with God, questioned His timing, or struggled...

In this raw and powerful episode, I open up about the honest struggle of surrender—how hard it truly is to let go and trust God when everything feels like it’s falling apart. I share the intense attacks I’ve been facing from the enemy, especially in the areas I’m believing God for the most. But even in the chaos, I witnessed a miracle—a divine moment that reminded me who’s really in control. Tune in as I reveal the secret to ...

A new chapter begins! I’m stepping into a fresh journey on YouTube with my podcast, and here’s the very first episode. No filters, no fluff—just raw, honest truth about the path God has me on. It hasn’t been convenient, and at times, it’s been painful. But what I’m learning is that the wilderness isn’t just about survival—it’s about healing in ways I didn’t even know I needed.

God prepares us in part by what we do...

Have you ever had a moment where God checked you so hard, you had to just sit there like… whew? In this episode of #MoreThanJustPretty, I’m sharing how God revealed that I completely failed my last wilderness season—and the hard truth about why. This one is raw, real, and a must-listen if you’ve ever felt stuck in the same test. Let’s talk about it!

So many people believe that if God calls you to something, the journey will be smooth, doors will fling open, and everything will fall into place with ease. But let me tell you—that couldn’t be further from the truth. God's process is *not* about shortcuts; it’s about preparation. Delayed gratification, trials, and tests aren’t signs you’re off track—they’re proof that God is strengthening you for what’s ahead. In this ep...

In this deeply personal episode of the #MoreThanJustPretty Podcast called *Make it Make Sense*, I open up about a raw moment of weakness where God’s lesson on obedience transformed my perspective. Join me as I share how trusting in God's timing not only redefined my journey but also revealed the purpose behind every trial. If you're seeking inspiration, spiritual growth, and a reminder that even in our lowest moments,...

Have you ever wondered if the voice in your head is God guiding you, your own thoughts leading you, or the enemy deceiving you? In this powerful episode of the *#MOREThanJustPretty* Podcast, Samantha Lee breaks down the key signs to help you discern divine direction from self-doubt and spiritual deception. Learn how to recognize when God is speaking, the subtle ways the enemy tries to manipulate your thoughts, and how to quie...

Have you ever begged God to take away something painful, only to hear Him say, “Not yet”? In this episode, I’m getting raw and real about the thorn in my flesh—what it is, why God hasn’t removed it, and how it exposed a messy, childlike side of me I didn’t want to face. But God didn’t leave me there. Tune in as I share the lessons, the growth, and how God lovingly handled me in my most vulnerable state. This is a story of grace in ...

** Let’s be real—stepping out on faith sounds good until you’re actually in it, staring at the unknown, wondering if you heard God right. In this raw and unfiltered episode, I get *real* about the fears that come with trusting God for what I *know* He’s promised me. What if I fail? What if I misunderstood? What if I’m waiting for something that may never come? I’m pulling back the curtain on my deepest doubts, the moments I’ve ques...

 Feelings are powerful—they can propel you into purpose or keep you stuck in a cycle you were never meant to stay in. In this episode of #MOREThanJustPretty, I break down the real role of emotions: how they can mature into discernment, lead you toward destiny, or, if left unchecked, keep you wandering in the wilderness instead of stepping into your Promised Land. How do you know which feelings to trust and which ones to ignore? I’m...

In this heartfelt episode of the *#MOREThanJustPretty* Podcast, Samantha Lee opens up about her journey of discovering the keys to chasing purpose—even in the middle of life’s storms. She shares how unchecked emotions can cloud your focus, derail your faith, and lead you away from trusting God. With transparency and wisdom, Samantha reveals how she learned to anchor herself in truth, quiet the noise of fear and doubt, and keep her ...

What if one revelation could shift the way you view your life forever? In this deeply personal episode, I’m sharing how God unveiled a secret to me—a truth so profound it transformed my understanding of every trial, every triumph, and even the moments I once questioned the most. Join me as I unpack this divine insight, how it’s reshaped my perspective, and why I believe it could do the same for you. If you’ve ever wondered about th...

This year has been one of reflection and undeniable growth. In this episode, I’m sharing the two most powerful lessons I’ve learned:  The truth about your thoughts—what you meditate on, you may unknowingly attract into your life.  Why time is your greatest currency and how...

Heartbreak, loss, and faith—Samantha Lee opens up about the devastating loss of her young puppy, the raw questions she’s asked God, and how she’s finding strength through the pain. Join her as she shares her journey of coping and the powerful lessons God is teaching her through it all.  #MOREThanJustPretty