“Performance vs. Presence: Living Loved, Not Graded"

Ladies we want to prayer for you. Please take time to share your story or just ask for prayer. We would love to be unrelated sister to you!The hardest things in life aren't always difficult to do. The most difficult thing to do is to take the first step.In this soul-refreshing episode of Unrelated Sisters: Truth & Grace Conversation, Shannon dives into what it means to find true, lasting joy in Jesus. While the world chases temporary highs through possessions, status, or success, believers are invited into a joy that’s deeper, fuller, and unshakable—because it's rooted in the presence of God. We’ll explore how to pursue God's design for happiness, the difference between fleeting emotion and abiding joy, and why Jesus alone is our source of peace.Scripture: Romans 5:8Ephesians 2:8–91 John 4:10 Romans 5:8 – “While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” Ephesians 2:8–9 – “By grace… not by works.” 1 John 4:10 – “This is love: not that we loved God, but that He loved us.”Key phrase: “You don’t perform FOR His approval—you respond FROM it.”You don’t perform for God’s approval—you respond from it.Your worth isn’t measured by your works. Your works flow from your worth in Him. PRAYERFather, we come before You not as perfect daughters, but as present ones.We release every burden of performance.We break agreement with the lie that we have to earn Your love.We say yes to living from acceptance—not for it.Grow our prayer life, Lord. Let it be a place of refuge, not routine.Let our worth be rooted in You—not works.In Jesus’ name, Amen.MusicReckless loveAmazing GraceBecause of Your loveGreat is your loveWe want this to be truly interactive podcast. Please go in the fan mail athttps://unrelatedsisterspodcast.buzzsprout.com and tell us your stories and let us know if it’s okay to share (no names). Let us know if you need prayer or how we can support you in your journey. Thank you so much for taking the time to listen. Follow us on Facebook @Unrelated Sister's: Truth & Grace Conversation Podcast TikTok @Unrelated.SistersPodcast Email us at [email protected]