EPISODE · Mar 10, 2026 · 11 MIN

36 | People Pleasing vs Pleasing God: Breaking Free from the Fear of What Others Think

from Peace Over Perfection | Christian podcast | Devotional | Scripture, Biblical Encouragement, Bible Verses for Anxiety, Biblical Application | Trusting God · host Susan Shropshire

Click to Fill Out The Podcast Feedback Form Do you ever feel like your worth rises and falls with what other people think of you? If you're worn out from trying to keep everyone happy, this episode will help you recognize people pleasing for what it is, understand why it shows up, and learn how to start living for God's approval instead of everyone else's. You will learn: What people pleasing really looks like in everyday life (beyond just "being helpful") Why Scripture calls fear of what others think a "snare" and how it traps our hearts How people pleasing stretches you past what God's actually called you to and crowds out His best What the Bible says about God's approval, your worth, and who you really answer to Practical ways to pause, check your "why," and start making decisions with God, not everyone else, as your first filter This isn't about becoming harsh or uncaring. It's about learning to let God search your motives, finding the courage to say a healthier yes (or a needed no), and resting in the freedom that you are already fully approved in Christ. Resources Mentioned: Simple Daily Faith - Scripture Verse Cards and Sugar Scrubs My Favorite Things on Amazon (including favorite study Bibles) Get on the Waitlist for the "How to Study the Bible" Course YouVersion Bible App The Bible Recap Connect With Me: Email: [email protected] Podcast: Peace Over Perfection on Apple Podcasts Instagram: @susan.shropshire TikTok: @susanshropshire

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Click to Fill Out The Podcast Feedback Form Do you ever feel like your worth rises and falls with what other people think of you? If you're worn out from trying to keep everyone happy, this episode will help you recognize people pleasing for what it is, understand why it shows up, and learn how to start living for God's approval instead of everyone else's. You will learn:What people pleasing really looks like in everyday life (beyond just "being helpful")Why Scripture calls fear of what others think a "snare" and how it traps our heartsHow people pleasing stretches you past what God's actually called you to and crowds out His bestWhat the Bible says about God's approval, your worth, and who you really answer toPractical ways to pause, check your "why," and start making decisions with God, not everyone else, as your first filter This isn't about becoming harsh or uncaring. It's about learning to let God search your motives, finding the courage to say a healthier yes (or a needed no), and resting in the freedom that you are already fully approved in Christ. Resources Mentioned:Simple Daily Faith - Scripture Verse Cards and Sugar ScrubsMy Favorite Things on Amazon (including favorite study Bibles)Get on the Waitlist for the "How to Study the Bible" CourseYouVersion Bible AppThe Bible Recap Connect With Me:Email: [email protected]: Peace Over Perfection on Apple PodcastsInstagram: @susan.shropshireTikTok: @susanshropshire

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