Behind The Highlight Reels

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Behind The Highlight Reels is a religion podcast hosted by Therisa Means & Cristal Rouse, with 21 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Therisa Means & Cristal Rouse hosts Behind The Highlight Reels, a religion show with 21 episodes published.

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  Episode #311

  Permission to Breathe

  Apr 23, 202637 minS3

  Cristal and Therisa open in prayer and discuss giving yourself “permission to breathe” by slowing down, resting, and being gentle with yourself instead of constantly moving from goal to goal without celebrating progress. Using workout examples, they explain how pacing, breathing, and rest make the process effective, and connect breath to life and God’s daily mercies. They talk about allowing yourself to feel emotions, resetting and regrouping during heavy situations, and breaking negative habits through intentional, consistent choices rather than perfection, including taking personal responsibility alongside prayer. They share fasting mistakes to illustrate learning, consequences, and grace, encourage scheduling joy and celebration, and ask God for perspective and wisdom. They shout out Whitney’s “ ChurchClothez.Faith ” brand and close with prayer and anchor verses: 2 Corinthians 12:9, Romans 6:14, and James 4:6. Chapters: 00:00 Welcome and Introductions 01:50 Let’s Breathe 02:57 Goal to Goal Living 04:28 Celebrate the Journey 09:28 Rest and Recovery Matters 09:54 Breathe Through Life Stress 10:40 Feel Emotions and Reset 12:55 Consistency Not Perfection 15:46 Faith Requires Action Steps 17:32 Discipline Over Motivation 19:24 Gods Reminders and Sleep Idol 20:50 God Models Rest 22:25 Fasting Fail Stories 28:20 Grace And Growth 29:55 Schedule Your Joy 31:10 Takeaways And Shoutouts 34:45 Prayer And Anchor Verses Anchor Verses: 2 Corinthians 12:9 Romans 6:14 James 4:6 Shoutouts: Therisa: Goat Sweatshirt: Churchclothez.faith Cristal: YAHWEH Shirt: ChurchClothez.faith For more information about the daily Prayers, BTHR Events, Giveaways & more, go to www.bthrshow.com today!

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  Episode #310

  Caught Up In The Aesthetics

  Apr 2, 202634 minS3

  Therisa and Cristal open with prayer and discuss what it means to be caught up in aesthetics—prioritizing outward appearances, vibes, and presentation over substance, character, and the heart. They share examples like TikTok-hyped restaurants with poor food and service, Therisa’s shift from her “Naturally Transparent” platform to “Behind the Highlight Reels” to show real struggles, and the pressure of appearing strong while internally drowning, and Cristal’s past suicidal thoughts and the need to check on “strong friends.” They connect the topic to scripture, including 1 Samuel 8 about Israel demanding a king despite warnings, and emphasize building a solid foundation in God rather than chasing appearances in relationships, finances, homes, and life. They encourage viewers to seek help and prayer, share BTHRshow.com resources, and close with prayer and social/streaming platform info. Chapters: 00:00 Welcome and Topic Intro 00:09 Opening Prayer 00:56 What Aesthetics Really Mean 01:35 TikTok Vibes vs Quality 02:20 From Facade to Real Talk 04:29 When Looking Fine Hides Pain 06:25 Check on Strong Friends 08:42 God Sees the Heart 11:38 Aesthetics in Relationships 13:32 Saul and Samson Lessons 15:39 Dating Fine but Toxic 17:18 Three Little Pigs Lesson 21:20 Applying It Today 24:47 Growth and Healing 27:39 Prayer and Resources 29:56 Shout Outs and Thanks 31:12 Closing Prayer 32:18 Follow and Subscribe Anchor Verses: Entire Book of 1st Samuel Shoutouts: Therisa & Cristal: The Lord! SHEIN still the plug Our followers and viewers (You all are the best!) For more information about the daily Prayers, BTHR Events, Giveaways & more, go to www.bthrshow.com today!

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  Episode #309

  We Real Inconsiderate Aint We?!?

  Mar 19, 202641 minS3

  In this episode of Behind The Highlight Reels hosts Cristal and Therisa discuss whether we are treating God like a genie in a bottle or are we truly being considerate of God. Do we truly include Him in decisions rather than “checking a box” and moving ahead? They emphasize waiting for God’s answer, being persistent in prayer (ask, seek, knock), and recognizing that God cares about both big and small matters. They talk about treating God like a genie versus cultivating a relationship, referencing the Lord’s Prayer structure, trust and surrender to God’s will and timing, and discernment through the Holy Spirit’s nudges, peace, conviction, or discomfort. They share personal examples about buying a car, house-hunting in a fast market, relationships where God said no, and accepting God’s Will in a family member’s death. They close with four tips: Go to God about every decision, Seek the Holy Spirit, Wait for an answer, and Surrender the outcome. Check out this episode and let us know what you think. Chapters: 00:00 Welcome and Prayer 00:37 Considerate of God 01:48 Waiting for Answers 03:19 God in Small Things 05:42 Renewed Strength Waiting 07:31 Ask Seek Knock 08:53 Hearing No and Not Yet 11:30 Podcast and Box Checking 13:27 God Is Not a Genie 16:49 Quality Time in Silence 19:55 Worship Beyond Silence 22:06 Letting God Lead 23:35 Relationship Not Genie 26:45 Four Decision Tips 28:42 Seek the Spirit 29:36 Wait and Discern 34:15 Surrender the Outcome 36:34 Shoutouts and Verses 39:07 Closing Prayer Anchor Verses: Proverbs 3:5-7 Matthew 6:33 Matthew 8:7 Isaiah 40:31 Shoutouts: Therisa: Yahweh Shirt: Churchclothez.faith African earrings: Shein Cristal: Anointed Shirt: Pastor Ace For more information about the daily Prayers, BTHR Events, Giveaways & more, go to www.bthrshow.com today!

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  Episode #308

  When My Mouth Moves Faster Than My Spirit

  Mar 5, 202638 minS3

  Welcome to Behind the Highlight Reels with Therisa and Cristal! In this episode, we discuss the challenges of controlling our tongues and the importance of slowing down to listen and think before speaking. Our conversation dives into real-life situations like handling anger in traffic and the struggles of controlling our emotions. We also reflect on biblical principles, including James 1:19, and share personal stories and practical tips on how to align our actions with our faith. Join us for an insightful discussion on how to practice patience, empathy, and understanding in our daily lives. Don't miss out! Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Opening Prayer 01:20 When Your Mouth Moves Faster Than Your Spirit 02:53 Controlling Anger and Traffic Frustrations 04:37 Understanding Others' Perspectives 17:21 Leadership and Letting Go of Control 18:57 Impulses and Sharing Personal Information 19:32 The Power of Silence and Timing 20:39 Lessons from David and Joseph 22:22 Practical Steps for Spiritual Growth 26:42 Handling Anger and Triggers 33:56 Concluding Thoughts and Announcements Anchor Verses: Proverbs 15:1 James 1:19-20 Proverbs 29:11 Colossians 3:8 Proverbs 12:18 Ephesians 4:26-27 Proverbs 10:19 Psalms 34:13 Proverbs 21:23 Shoutouts: Therisa: Outfit: Shein Pants: Torrid Cristal: Attitude in Court: Annalise Keating (The Amazing Viola Davis) **Watch the episode to know what we are talking about For more information about the daily Prayers, BTHR Events, Giveaways & more, go to www.bthrshow.com today!

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  Episode #307

  Love 'Em, Like 'Em, or Just Pray for 'Em (Part 2)

  Feb 19, 202630 minS3

  This topic was so good we had to do two parts!! In Part 2 of this episode Therisa & Cristal talk about friendships that hurt but also help you grow, including how friends can “elevate” you by opening your eyes and shaping how you share your life. They discuss taking responsibility when harm happens, learning from therapy that friendships require defined expectations, and recognizing that people have different capacities in different seasons. They emphasize empathy, not setting friends up for failure by expecting strengths they don’t have, and accepting that not everyone communicates the same way or provides closure. The conversation includes personal examples (emergency contacts while single, friends sharing locations, church and travel mishaps, and being accountable in different areas like business, food, or fitness). They wrap up with encouragement to forgive yourself and your friends, choose friends wisely, and seek God’s guidance and discernment, ending with shout-outs and a prayer for divine friendships and community. Chapters: 00:00 Judas & the ‘Hater Is Your Elevator’ Friendship Lesson 00:49 Friendship Hurt, Accountability, and Becoming More Cautious With Trust 02:26 Therapy Takeaways: Seasons, Percentages, and Setting Expectations 03:48 Not Everyone Communicates the Same: Capacity Talks vs. No-Closure Friends 05:15 Emergency Contacts & Single Life: Who Really Shows Up? 08:03 Don’t Set Friends Up to Fail: Knowing Strengths (Easter Bunny Story) 10:01 Different Friends for Different Goals: Gym, Food, and Accountability 12:23 Friend Roles & Love Languages: Business Friend, Prayer Friend, and Real Talk 14:33 When to Pray vs. When to Be ‘Foolish’: Reading the Room With Friends 15:03 The ‘Call-When-Needed’ Friend: Men’s Perspective, Boundaries, and Standards 15:43 Friendship Standards Change With Seasons (Dating, Marriage, Capacity) 16:57 Forgiveness, No Closure Needed & Don’t Set Friends Up to Fail 17:40 “Friend Had One Job” — The Nashville Breakfast Mix‑Up Storytime 22:31 What Conflict Teaches: Learning Friends’ Triggers, Discernment & Being the Voice of Reason 25:56 Wrap-Up Takeaways: Choose Friends Wisely, Pray, Manage Expectations 26:01 Shoutouts: Brands, Friends, and Inviting Viewers Into the Community 28:22 Anchor Verses Tease + Closing Prayer for Divine Friendships 29:41 Pork Chop Biscuit Anchor Verses: Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 Proverbs 18:24 Proverbs 13:20 1 Corinthians 15:33 Proverbs 27:17 Galatians 6:2 Shoutouts: Therisa: The Lord: for answering my prayers for divine friendships My divine friends Made to Worship shirt: Shein Our new friends: our viewers!! Cristal: T-shirt: God is Dope clothing line God All Cristal friends (She named them all in the episode lol) For more information about the daily Prayers, BTHR Events, Giveaways & more, go to www.bthrshow.com today!

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