My Southern Godmother
My Southern Godmother is a cross-generational, faith-based podcast designed to help you navigate the ups and downs of life. Hosted by Debbie French (70-something) and Jena Dunay (30-something).
We'll learn what it looks like to walk with Jesus through all seasons of life - from those that have lived it. So if you’re feeling discouraged in this season. Or you’re looking for some encouragement. Or just some inspiration to re-engage your faith.
You’ve come to the right place. Welcome to My Southern Godmother.
My Southern Godmother
32. How to Break Generational Curses and Build a New Legacy
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Have you ever wondered why certain patterns seem to run in your family—fear, anxiety, striving, or even silence around faith? And have you ever hoped, deep down, “Lord, let it stop with me”?
In this episode we talk about generational curses and generational blessings—what they are, how they show up, and how, in Christ, you can partner with God to build a new legacy for your family line.
Starting in Psalm 103:17–18, they unpack the promise that God’s righteousness extends to our children’s children and talk about what it practically looks like to sow spiritual blessings into the next generation through:
- Stories of faith – honestly sharing where God has met you in real life
- Prayer over children and grandchildren – not just for safety and success, but for hearts that love God
- Scripture woven into everyday life – from simple reading plans to Scripture set to music
Debbie shares honestly about a generational pattern of fear on her dad’s side of the family and how she has intentionally confronted it—recognizing fear is not from God, praying through it, and sometimes quite literally “waging war” in prayer over her home and family.
Jena talks about wanting her kids to inherit more than financial stability—she wants them to inherit a rich spiritual heritage of prayer, blessing, and freedom. Together, they explore how to identify unhealthy patterns, break them in Jesus’ name, and replace them with truth, peace, and purpose.
If you’ve ever felt the weight of your family history—or the desire to create something different for your children—this episode will give you hope, language, and a place to start.
QUESTION OF THE WEEK
What is one generational pattern you want to break in your family, and what is one blessing you want to intentionally sow into future generations?
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