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...

There are times when we feel invisible and insignificant, but nothing could be further from the truth. God sees you. Jody and Shawna share their own experiences with feeling unseen as they reflect on the life of Hagar who prayed, “I have seen t...

What happens to you when you don’t get what you want when you want it? Or let me put it this way…Who do you become when you are uncomfortable? Jody shares how God has been revealing her desire for comfort and teaching her that she can do hard t...

We all have those moments, don't we? The ones where the mask slips, and the raw, unpolished version of ourselves is laid bare. It's in those moments of vulnerability that true connection can flourish, and the incredible, boundless love of God b...

“As long as______, I’m Good.” How would you fill in the blank? As long as I have… good cup of coffee...the love of my family…enough in the bank….??? We long for pleasure, love, security. But let’s be honest, it’s way more than a good cup of cof...

Every moment matters. Today matters. There are seasons, sometimes very long seasons, that feel like wasted time. Seasons of longing for what is to come. We get that. But what do we do about it? How do we live in it? Jody and Shawna wrestle that...

Is love even love if it isn’t expressed? We’re so glad that God didn’t just say He loves us. He showed us and shows us. Jody and Shawna have both experienced the love of God through real people in real tangible ways that moved them deeply. They...

Part 2: What is your life’s mission statement? Don’t have one yet? Perfect! Let’s work on it together. Jody shares a process you can walk through to discern what matters most to you and how you are meant to show up in the world. You ar...