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Real Sisters, Real Talk

Real Sisters, Real Talk

Jody Gras & Shawna Beyer 158 Episodes Aug 18, 2026

Join sisters, Jody and Shawna, as they talk about how God is at work!

Episodes

Control or Trust?
Control or Trust? Aug 18, 2026 1825 If I could control every circumstance in my life, I would. We would. The truth is we can’t. We don’t. But that doesn’t mean that life is out of control. Jody and Shawna open up about times that they wanted, even tried to control circumstances - from scrubbing toilets to retail therapy. All the while the God who is in control extends his hand to us and asks, “Do you trust me?” Join us for an honest
From Retail to Renewal
From Retail to Renewal Aug 11, 2026 1876 Shawna was treated poorly yesterday and about 15 minutes later she had the random thought to buy a pair of pants she was looking at online. But before she did, she got curious about why this thought showed up now. God showed her that she was bringing her need to be valued to the retail world instead of to Him. Jody and Shawna process that experience and explore the many places we take our hunger a
Finding Your Sweet Spot in Service
Finding Your Sweet Spot in Service Aug 4, 2026 1566 Wouldn’t it be great if you could always only serve in your sweet spot? . Fnding our sweet spot can be a bit of a journey. Jody & Shawna process how serving where there is opportunity, and being willing to hear from others can help you to discover where you are gifted to serve.WEBSITE: www.jodyandshawna.comINSTAGRAM: @realsistersrealtalk
Rethinking Normal
Rethinking Normal Jul 28, 2026 1572 We all have our own normal. Ways we fold the towels, celebrate birthdays or handle conflict and spend time with the Lord. Whatever is familiar to us can easily be accepted as normal. We may not even question if it's good. Jody and Shawna consider what it takes to create new normals in our families today. Normals that create godly culture. WEBSITE: www.jodyandshawna.comINSTAGRAM: @realsistersr
If You're Not Looking for Him, You Will Not Find Him
If You're Not Looking for Him, You Will Not Find Him Jul 21, 2026 1426 If you want to learn to see God at work in your life, pay attention to how God is at work in your life. Shawna shares how when she’s freaking out about how things are going to shake down, she recounts all the times God has come through in the past. Jody shares how learning of God’s character in His Word anchors her. Jody and Shawna rest on God promise that when we seek Him we will find Him.WEBSITE
Before YouTube, We Called Mom
Before YouTube, We Called Mom Jul 14, 2026 1321 Where do you turn when you need help? The mighty internet, of course! There are solutions for everything from “how to change a tire” to “the purest way to make sourdough bread.” (Why do I always want bread after listening to this podcast?) Before the internet, we called our mom, or a friend. Are we missing out on personal connection by turning to YouTube?WEBSITE: www.jodyandshawna.comINSTAGRAM: @r
When Obedience Doesn't Make Sense
When Obedience Doesn't Make Sense Jul 7, 2026 1968 Do you need to understand in order to obey God? We all want to—but is it necessary? In this episode, Jody and Shawna explore the moment Jesus told Peter, an exhausted fisherman who had caught nothing all night, to lower his nets one more time. Peter's response? "Because You say so." Discover how trusting God leads to joyful obedience—even when you don't understand the why.WEBSI
Information Isn't Transformation
Information Isn't Transformation Jun 30, 2026 1255 Jody and Shawna unpack the difference between simply gathering information and actually being transformed by it. From “fruit salad” faith to real spiritual growth, they explore the gap between knowledge and wisdom, and why God’s goal isn’t just to inform your mind - but change your life! They talk about the process of renewing your mind, learning to discern God’s will, and trusting Him as you appl
The Slow Work of Spiritual Maturity
The Slow Work of Spiritual Maturity Jun 23, 2026 1355 If there is a 6 week course on becoming like Jesus, sign me up. But there isn’t. Having our character shaped by God takes a life time. Jody and Shawna talk about their own impatience on the journey of spiritual maturity and find encouragement from looking at the lives of Joseph and Moses. As you wait on His timing, remember, God isn’t punishing you, he’s preparing you.WEBSITE: www.jodyandshawna.co
A Prescription for Anxiety
A Prescription for Anxiety Jun 16, 2026 1344 Don’t you wish there was a prescription for your anxiety? Not from the pharmacy but from the Lord? Jody and Shawna talk about: how our bodies often know we’re anxious before we realize it, how much of our thinking is about the past and the future, and real, practical ways to come back to the present, including a Biblical prescription.WEBSITE: www.jodyandshawna.comINSTAGRAM: @realsistersrealtalk
Did I Hear God Wrong?
Did I Hear God Wrong? Jun 9, 2026 1756 When things don’t go the way you want them to, does that mean you didn’t hear from the Lord? Jody and Shawna process moments in their own lives when they asked that same question. It's a gentle reminder that our job is obedience and the outcomes are up to Him.WEBSITE: www.jodyandshawna.comINSTAGRAM: @realsistersrealtalk
Living From Approval, Not For It
Living From Approval, Not For It Jun 2, 2026 1434 After a full, productive day of work, Shawna went back to her hotel room and ruminated over one moment she wished she could do over. Til the Holy Spirit intervened and took her thoughts in a brand new direction. Jody and Shawna process how easy it is to get caught up in trying to be perfect, people-pleasers instead of resting in the truth that God knows us completely so we can live from approval,

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