Summary

A lifelong dream drove Elizabethβ€―Bernhardt from community theater in Dallas to an MFA in Newβ€―York, chasing excellence. But the industry’s sensual demands and emotional whiplash collided with her devotion to Jesus. Holding her craft with open hands, she now points other actors to make Christ sovereign and avoid the landmines of the stage.

Time Chapters

00:58 Episode title
01:02 Lure of Oscar‑level work
03:19 Starting career
05:30 MFA training
08:00 Emotional toll
10:50 Christian tension
14:00 Body–spirit unity
17:00 Advice to young actors
20:06 Redefining success
23:34 Hosts’ reflection & outro

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Being an actor is confusing. How do you convince your audience your role is authentic without convincing your heart?

Elizabeth Bernhardt talks about the tension between following Christ and the cost of acting on your mind, body and soul.

Connect with Elizabeth Bernhardt at www.ElizabethBernhardt.com and check out her book β€œThe Power of Pretend”, available now on Amazon.

The Story Partners Podcast features artfully crafted stories, told by the people who lived them. Each episode shares an authentic personal story of someone whose life have been changed by Jesus.

We hope that this story encourages your faith and helps you see Jesus in a more personal way.
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Producers: Walt and Annie Manis

Editor: Walt Manis

Special thanks to Elijah Delgado for the intro and outro music on today’s show. Find his music on your favorite streaming platform.

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We're a Christian storytelling ministry based in Austin, TX. We make short documentary films and have a seasonal podcast where we tell stories of how Jesus has changed peoples' lives. Watch our films here and look for The Story Partners Podcast wherever you listen to your podcasts. Β 
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