Holy, Holy, Holy is the lord God Almighty! In the personal intimacy we get to have with God it's possible to forget who He is. He is our friend but He's also holy - set apart - completely other.  Jody and Shawna share what God is teaching ...

Just a few weeks ago we considered how to draw near to God during Lent. How’s that going? Jody and Shawna remind us what they are doing differently in this season and give an update on how God is meeting them in a special way. BONUS: An ice cre...

Does the Holy Spirit really speak to us? Does He show us things? And how in the world do you distinguish His voice from all the noise? Join sisters Jody and Shawna on this episode of Real Sisters Real Talk as they dive into the practical realit...

Do you struggle to accept help? If "I've got it" is your mantra, you're not alone. On a recent trip to Kenya, Shawna realized this independent mindset was masking deeper issues of self-reliance and pride. In this honest episode of Real Sisters,...

You know when God shines a light on something and you can’t NOT see it?! That happened for Shawna on a recent trip to Africa. She and Jody process what actually happened, why it seemed significant, and what God might want her to know through it...

It’s time to prepare our hearts for Easter! I know, it’s weeks away. But we are in the special season of preparation called Lent. Whether you’ve participated in Lent for decades or your not quite sure what it even is, Jody and Shawna want to in...

Happy Valentine’s Day! If you want to learn how to love, really love, like God does, close the gap in your relationship with Him. As you do, through being honestly present with him, in silence and solitude and reading the Bible, you will fall m...

Join Shawna and Jody for an honest, uplifting check-in! Shawna gives an update on how her "word for the year" is going and the lessons learned so far. Then, Jody shares the message God has placed on her heart for 2026. God is good, He loves you...

We're back with more recommendations for your bookshelf/Kindle/Audible library. Here they are!!  You Are Special by Max Lucado, Any Time, Any Place, Any Prayer by Laura Wifler, Peanut Butter Pie Calms the Worry Wave by Emilie DeYoung, What...

A listener request inspired this deep dive! Join Jody and Shawna as they open up their personal libraries to share their all-time favorite books. Hear what they are, who wrote them, and how these impactful reads changed their perspectives and s...

Happy New Year! When we open up a brand new calendar and step into a whole  new year it’s an opportunity for a fresh start. “New Year, New You” pops up everywhere.  What if we shifted the focus from us/you to God? From workin...

It’s hard to believe another year has gone by. What did God do for you in 2025? What did you learn? As promised, Jody and Shawna spent some time reflecting on 2025 and preparing their hearts for 2026 and are excited to share what God is reveali...

“Good grief, Charlie Brown!” With Thanksgiving barely behind us we find ourselves surrounded by all things Christmas. Oh, the joy of the season. But for many, the joy is intermingled with deep sadness and grief. Jody and Shawna share how losing...

As Jody and Shawna enjoy some time with their families, they chose a favorite Christmas episode for a re-listen this week. We hope you enjoy this re-listen of episode #83.   In preparation for Christmas Jody and Shawna share their "Aha" mo...

Where did 2025 go? Here we are at the end of one year and the beginning of another.  Between the Christmas concerts, shopping and parties Jody & Shawna will be setting aside time to reflect on 2025. They share what they do in that time...

If you don't have ___, is it even really Christmas? Jody & Shawna share the things on their Holiday Season Bucket List. What's on yours? Also, egg nog...yes? or no? But, have you tried it?!!!! 

Join Jody and Shawna for a heartwarming and practical conversation about navigating the often-overwhelming holiday season. Between the rush of Christmas shopping, endless holiday parties, and the ever-growing to-do list, finding moments of calm...

"Should I pray for myself?" Valerie asked. That's a great question! On this episode, Jody and Shawna share their thoughts and what scripture has to say about the biblical mandate—or lack thereof—for praying for ourselves. Join us as we explore ...

Do you ever feel unqualified to represent Jesus in your daily life? You're not alone! Many of us feel like showing the world who Christ is is a job reserved for pastors, missionaries, or church staff. We tend to disqualify ourselves, thinking, ...

Join Jody and Shawna for a candid conversation about Generosity—it's often harder than we think! In this episode, the sisters dive into their personal struggles, from the awkwardness of receiving kindness to the challenge of being truly generou...

Shawna gets anxious about hosting. Jody gets anxious about the clean up when it's all over. Maybe you feel anxious about relationships or buying gifts or unmet expectations. It's all very real. But also real...there is a God who loves you, and ...

In this episode, Jody and Shawna discuss the importance of thinking ahead about what you want the holidays to look like in order to have the experiences that matter most to you. They cover topics such as shopping, looking at Christmas lights, p...

Are you being a good steward of your time? Two minutes on social media can easily turn into 2 hours.  And on theflip side, we can book ourselves so tight we don't have time to toast a Poptart. Neither of these are good stewardship.  J...

Is your heart unsettled? Are the events of the world or YOUR world bringing anxiety? Jody and Shawna process what they are feeling during these times and how they are learning to fix and refix their gaze on the only place we're ultimately secur...

Is it spiritual or practical? That's the question Shawna's friend posed, and it sparked a fascinating conversation on this episode of Real Sisters Real Talk. Join Jody and Shawna as they delve into the nuanced interplay between the spiritual an...