Lisa Whittle

Lisa Whittle is a Christian author, speaker, and Bible teacher known for writing books focused on faith, personal growth, and spiritual development. She has published multiple books including "Jesus Over Everything," "Put Your Warrior Boots On," and "Behind The Scenes." As the founder of Ministry Strong and the Jesus Over Everything podcast, Whittle creates content aimed at helping others develop authentic faith practices and navigate religious doubts. Her work frequently addresses themes of spiritual authenticity, overcoming religious pretense, and finding practical ways to deepen one's relationship with God. A graduate of Liberty University, Whittle speaks at churches, conferences and women's events across the United States. Her writing has appeared in publications like Catalyst Leader and Lifeway's HomeLife Magazine, and she serves as a regular contributor to various Christian media outlets. Her teaching style emphasizes straightforward Biblical interpretation and practical application, focusing on helping readers move beyond surface-level faith to deeper spiritual understanding. Whittle draws from her own experiences of faith challenges and religious disillusionment to connect with audiences facing similar struggles.

Lisa Whittle's readers describe her writing as direct and practical in addressing faith topics. On Amazon and Goodreads, her books average 4.7-4.8 out of 5 stars across over 1,000 reviews. Readers appreciate: - No-nonsense, straightforward tone - Biblical grounding of concepts - Personal stories and vulnerability - Actionable steps and discussion questions - Focus on authenticity over religious performance Common criticisms: - Some find her tone too blunt or harsh - Want more scripture references - Desire deeper theological exploration - Feel examples are too specific to her life experiences Her 2021 book "Jesus Over Everything" earned 4.8/5 on Amazon (500+ reviews) with readers noting its practicality for daily faith challenges. "The Hard Good" (2021) maintains 4.8/5 on Goodreads (250+ reviews), though some readers mentioned it was difficult to connect with her personal examples. Blog readers regularly cite her podcast "Jesus Over Everything" as a complement to her books.

Behind Our Sunday Faces (2003) An examination of authenticity in Christian life, addressing the disparity between public and private personas in faith communities.

whole: An Honest Look at the Holes in Your Life and How to Let God Fill Them (2011) A discussion of personal voids and spiritual emptiness from a Christian perspective.

{w}hole: An Honest Look at the Holes in Your Life and How to Let God Fill Them - Member Book (2011) A companion study guide exploring themes of personal wholeness and spiritual fulfillment.

Why Can't I Get My Kids to Behave? (2015) A practical guide to Christian parenting addressing common behavioral challenges.

I Want God (2014) An exploration of spiritual desire and pursuit of faith in modern life.

Put Your Warrior Boots On (2017) A guide to developing spiritual strength and resilience in Christian faith.

Jesus Made Easy (2019) An introduction to core Christian beliefs and Jesus's teachings.

The Hard Good (2021) An examination of finding purpose through difficult circumstances from a Christian perspective.

Right-Sized Faith (2023) A discussion of developing sustainable and authentic faith practices in daily life.