Real Sisters, Real Talk

In this episode of Real Sisters Real Talk, Jody and Shawna share their personal struggles with forgiving themselves. They discuss the guilt, shame, and regret they've experienced and emphasize the importance of believing in God's forgiveness to find true freedom.  Their honest conversation encourages listeners to extend forgiveness to themselves and experience the freedom that comes from...

In this episode, Jody and Shawna dive deep into the topic of identity and explore what it means to know who you are in Christ. They discuss how false beliefs about ourselves can impact our lives and how to overcome them by embracing our true identity as children of God. Join them as they share their personal journeys of discovering their true identities and offer practical insights and encourageme...

In this episode, Shawna shares a personal story about a calling from God in the fall of 2022 that she initially obeyed but later fell away from. Together with her sister, they dive deep into the challenges and complexities of obedience. They explore the reasons why it can be difficult to obey, the obstacles that can hold us back, and the profound blessings and benefits that come from walking in ob...

Jody & Shawna talk often about their other two sisters, Dawn & Kelly. In this episode Kelly & Dawn join Jody & Shawna - all four sisters - all in one place at one time! WARNING: There will be laughter. There will be tears. And, it may get loud. Each sister shares a memory from their shared childhood, how they personally came to know Jesus, and the legacy they long to leave behind....

All day, every day we are bombarded by distractions. Some are good. Some are bad. But anything that keeps us from being who God has called us to be is a distraction. Jody and Shawna share some practical tips on how to keep our eyes on Jesus. WEBSITE: www.jodyandshawna.com INSTAGRAM: @realsistersrealtalk

Just like those in the Bible our suffering is often the reason we go to God. And once there, we find so much more than just relief. We find strength to endure. We find companionship. We learn more about the heart of God. We mature in our faith. Jody and Shawna share their own stories of suffering and the unexpected, beautiful intimacy that came from some of life’s hardest moments. WEBSITE: www.jod...

Jody & Shawna open up about how we all put our hope in things that can fall through. It’s a risky little game to hope in anything other than God. Almost as if we give a little piece of our heart away. But when we trust God He fills us with joy and peace until we overflow with hope by the power of His Holy Spirit.  WEBSITE: www.jodyandshawna.com INSTAGRAM: @realsistersrealtalk

In this podcast, sisters Shawna and Jody have real conversations about anxiety. They share practical tips for dealing with emotional, mental, and physical anxiety, as well as scriptures that point to the reasons we don't need to be anxious. Shawna and Jody both share what anxiety has looked like in their own lives and leave us with hope that we can experience greater peace. Whether you'r...

In this episode, Shawna and Jody discuss the power of gratitude. Shawna shares how her recent trip to Australia for the birth of her granddaughter taught her that gratitude is more than just a suggestion for better days - it's a superpower. Jody expresses her gratitude for her daughter's upcoming marriage. Join the sisters as they explore the transformative power of gratitude and how it...

What if God doesn’t answer our prayers the way we want Him to? Does that mean He doesn’t care? Or love me? Does it mean He isn’t good? Jody and Shawna share times in their lives when they wrestled through these same questions. Like Habakkuk they came to the conclusion that even if (or even though) everything seems to be going wrong, God is still good.  WEBSITE: www.jodyandshawna.com INSTAGRAM: @re...

In this episode of Real Sisters, Real talk - Jody and Shawna wrestle out what it means to pray in faith. If we don’t have enough faith does that mean our prayers won’t get answered? Can God be manipulated like that? How often are our prayers just “worrying in front of God” rather than asking Him to move? What does it mean to pray in faith?  WEBSITE: www.jodyandshawna.com INSTAGRAM: @realsistersrea...

In this episode of Real Sisters Real Talk Jody and Shawna talk about how to know if you’re growing spiritually.  They discuss the things they engage in to draw near to the heart of God like bible reading, and paying attention to what God is saying as well as what the bible says about how to know if you’re growing spiritually.  The goal is always deeper relationship but God loves us so much that he...

In this episode of Real Sisters Real Talk Jody and Shawna talk about how to know if you’re growing spiritually.  They discuss the things they engage in to draw near to the heart of God like bible reading, and paying attention to what God is saying as well as what the bible says about how to know if you’re growing spiritually.  The goal is always deeper relationship but God loves us so much that he...

In this episode, Jody and Shawna discuss the importance of being still and knowing that God is God. Jody shares how she has wagons to pull and Shawna admits that she will do just about anything to avoid feeling hard feelings. All the while God invites us to be still, be with Him, be loved, and know that He is God. This episode is a reminder that in the midst of our busy lives, it's important...

In this episode, Jody and Shawna share their tips and strategies for finding time to spend with the Lord during the summer months. They discuss the challenges that come with the change in schedule and how to overcome them. They also share some of their favorite ways to enjoy time with God during the summer, such as reading the Bible in nature, listening to the Word, and including your family. Whet...

We don't like revealing our sin, we'd rather keep it hidden. But God in his goodness and his kindness calls us to be honest with him and do a complete 180. Turning from our sin and running to Him. We're going to get real here. We love you, and we'll walk with you through true confession and real repentance. Because God loves you and he is faithful to forgive you.  WEBSITE: www....

Are you ever surprised by your prideful thoughts? Shawna was at the airport last week and was feeling a little big for her britches. She shares how she responded to her pride and Jody and Shawna dive into how God feels about pride and what the Bible offers as the only antidote to our pride problem.  WEBSITE: www.jodyandshawna.com INSTAGRAM: @realsistersrealtalk

Warning: You might laugh. You might cry. We did.  In honor of Father’s Day Jody and Shawna share what they learned from their dad - good, bad, & otherwise. They remind us that we all have the opportunity to be reparented by a perfect Father, our Heavenly Father. Happy Father’s Day!  WEBSITE: www.jodyandshawna.com INSTAGRAM: @realsistersrealtalk

Have you ever found yourself having a conversation with someone, but your mind is really somewhere else? Maybe you're thinking about what you're going to say next, or you're worried about something that's going on in your life. In those moments, it can be difficult to be fully present with the person you're talking to. But what if there was a way to have a conversation wit...

Jesus said to His disciples, “Come, follow me.” Question for you…is it an invitation? Or a command?  We use the language of “invitation” a lot when we’re talking about the things the Holy Spirit is bringing to our attention. Today Jody and Shawna wrestle  out the difference between “invitation” and “command” along with some bonus material at no extra charge. We’re glad you’re here.  WEBSITE: www.j...

So, you know that commandment to honor our parents? That’s just for our kids right? We outgrow that when we become adults, right? Nope. So, what does it look like to honor our parents in the golden years? And what if that relationship is strained? Jody and Shawna share ways we can live out this commandment with grace and truth.  WEBSITE: www.jodyandshawna.com INSTAGRAM: @realsistersrealtalk

In this episode of Real Sisters Real Talk, Jody and Shawna discuss the importance of finding your unique place of service in the kingdom of God. They share their personal journeys of discovering their passions and gifts. Whether you're just starting out in your faith journey or you're looking for a fresh perspective on serving God, this episode is for you. Jody and Shawna's stories...

In this special Mother's Day episode of Real Sisters Real Talk, Jody and Shawna share stories about their own childhood, their experiences as mothers, and their thoughts on spiritual motherhood. They also offer some parenting advice for all. Whether you're a mother yourself, a daughter or son, a sister or brother or a friend, this episode is sure to resonate with you.  So sit back, relax...

Shocker! We simply could not get all our words into one episode. So here is part 2 of the 50th episode celebration. And, by the way, we’re so, so glad to be on this journey with you!  WEBSITE: www.jodyandshawna.com INSTAGRAM: @realsistersrealtalk

Whoa! We can’t believe we’ve done fifty episodes!!!!!  To celebrate we did something we’ve never done before - we brought our niece, Bailey Talsma, into the studio. Our first guest! She’s great at asking questions and being her usual inquisitive self she brought the goods. Join us as we celebrate our fiftieth episode of Real Sisters Real Talk. Can we just say, we’re so, so glad you’re here! WEBSIT...