Real Sisters, Real Talk
50th Episode Celebration!
April 23, 2024 • Jody Gras & Shawna Beyer, Bailey Talsma
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!
How to Study Your Bible
April 16, 2024 • Jody Gras & Shawna Beyer
In this episode of Real Sisters Real Talk Jody and Shawna discuss how they now totally geek out on studying God's Word, despite not liking being students as kids. They share their favorite Bible study methods and tools, and offer tips for getting started.
"What Does a Quiet Time Look Like for You?" Continued
April 9, 2024 • Jody Gras & Shawna Beyer
Different seasons of life bring about different challenges when it comes to spending time with the Lord. Jody and Shawna draw from the many seasons of their own lives to share creative ways to spend time in God's Word in the season you are in right now.
Lie We Believe: I Don't Need Community
March 19, 2024 • Jody Gras & Shawna Beyer
In this episode of Real Sisters Real Talk, Jody and Shawna challenge the lie that we don't need community. They dive into the biblical truth that God desires for us to do life with other believers. Through community, we learn from one another, encourage each other, and hold one another accountable. While community can be messy at times, it plays a crucial role in shaping us into the image of Jesus.
Lie We Believe: God Wants Me To Be Happy(???)
March 12, 2024 • Jody Gras & Shawna Beyer
In this episode of Real Sisters Real Talk, Jody and Shawna tackle the lie that "God wants me to be happy." They discuss how this lie can be used to justify our sinful choices, and how God ultimately wants us to experience deep joy. They explore whether we trust that God knows what will make us happy enough to obey His ways. Listen in for a thought-provoking conversation that will challenge your thinking and encourage you to seek true joy in God.
Lie We Believe: If only __________, Then I Will Be Happy
March 5, 2024 • Jody Gras & Shawna Beyer
In this episode of Real Sisters Real Talk, we're talking about the lie that happiness is just around the corner. We've all been there—thinking that if only we had a different job, a bigger house, or a better relationship, then we would finally be happy. But the truth is, happiness is not somewhere out there; it's found in God and God alone. And we can experience true joy now, regardless of our circumstances.
Real Sisters, Real Talk Episode 42 : Lie We Believe: Hardship Keeps Me From Being Who I am Supposed
February 27, 2024 • Jody Gras & Shawna Beyer
This episode tackles the pervasive lie that hardships hinder our growth and destiny. Join us as we uncover the truth that God is shaping us through challenges. We talk about Joseph and how he stayed the course when it could have been easy to blame people and circumstances in his life. Whether you feel stuck or discouraged, this conversation is for you.
Lie We Believe: The Enemy is Winning
February 20, 2024 • Jody Gras & Shawna Beyer
In this episode, we discuss the lie that the enemy is winning. We explore the spiritual battle that is taking place and how we can stand firm in our faith. We also discuss the importance of remembering that the ending has already been determined - Jesus wins!
Lie We Believe: I've Been Good, God Owes Me
February 13, 2024 • Jody Gras & Shawna Beyer
I remember crying out in the middle of the night and pleading my case with God, listing off the things I've done for Him and why He should answer my prayer. Have you ever felt that God owed you? Or maybe, you see other people not honoring Him and getting the promotion or advancing in some way. You go to church, you tithe, you serve, why wasn't it you? We're taking on the lie today, that God owes us because we've been good.
Lie We Believe: I Deserve to be Comfortable
February 6, 2024 • Jody Gras & Shawna Beyer
"I deserve to be comfortable." Ok, you might not outright say that, but how much of your life is dictated by your desire for comfort? Does God want us to be comfortable? Actually, God promises that we will have trouble and He also promises to comfort us in them, but He never promised us a comfortable life.
Lie We Believe: I Can Love the World and Love God
January 30, 2024 • Jody Gras & Shawna Beyer
Do you ever think, I can embrace the ways of Jesus and embrace the ways of the world? It's not like I'm anti-God. In Matthew 6:24 Jesus says, "No one can serve two masters." It's temptig to think the world has a hold on us, when often we are the ones holding on to the world. As we let go and grab onto Jesus, He will give us peace and joy the world never could.
Lie We Believe: It's Always Going to Be Like This
January 23, 2024 • Jody Gras & Shawna Beyer
After a funny story of Shawna's teenage sass, in this episode we dive into the lie "things are always going to be like this". Whether it's the way we think, or the circumstances we are living in, God is always at work. That means there's always hope.