Unrelated Sisters: Truth & Grace Conversations's Podcast

Unrelated Sisters: Truth & Grace Conversations

Unrelated Sisters: Truth & Grace Conversation  is a safe space for anyone who's ever felt overlooked, overwhelmed, or off-track. Through honest conversation, biblical truth, and sisterhood/brotherhood that goes beyond blood, we journey together—restored by grace, grounded in faith, and called for more. Where two faith-filled women dive into real-life topics with honesty, scripture, and sisterhood and brotherhood. It’s where truth speaks, grace covers, and everyone  is welcomed just as we are.  John 1:16 (NIV) “Out of His fullness we have all received grace in place of grace already given.” We choose John 1:16 because it reflects the layers of grace we talk about—the redemptive grace, the sustaining grace, the identity-giving grace—and it speaks to the fullness of Christ that we prayer pours into our listeners.  Isaiah 40:31“But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” We choose this verse because it emphasizes the strength, endurance, and renewal that come from placing trust in God, which perfectly aligns with resilience, faith, and empowerment within our podcast. It speaks to the idea that, even in challenging times, women can find strength and grace through their faith, soaring above life's difficulties with renewed strength.   “Rooted in truth. Covered in grace. Carried by faith.” 

  1. 2H AGO

    Coming Home: Happy Mothers Day

    Ladies we want to prayer for you. Please take time to share your story or just ask for prayer. We would love to be unrelated sister to you! What happens when you finally come home—not just physically, but emotionally and spiritually? In this heartfelt solo episode of Unrelated Sisters: Truth & Grace Conversation, Shannon reflects on returning to her home store after weeks away helping other locations and how an ordinary drive to work suddenly became deeply spiritual. Through honest storytelling and biblical truth, this episode weaves together the story of the Prodigal Son, the prayers of a mother, the pride of watching a son grow, and the quiet strength of Mary, the mother of Jesus. This conversation is for anyone who has ever:  Felt lost and found again  Been carried by someone else’s prayers  Returned to a place that suddenly feels different  Wondered if their life touched others along the journey  Needed the reminder that home is sometimes where God restores us This episode is full of grace, gratitude, healing, motherhood, redemption, and the faithful love of Jesus. Luke 15:20 “But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and was filled with compassion for him…” James 5:16 “The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.” Zephaniah 3:17 “He will rejoice over you with gladness…” John 19:25 “Near the cross of Jesus stood his mother…” Psalm 23:6 “Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life…”  PRAYER Jesus… Thank You for being the kind of Father who welcomes us home. Thank You for every prayer prayed over us when we didn’t even know we needed it. Thank You for mothers who stayed faithful.  For children who teach us grace.  For ordinary mornings that become holy moments. Lord, help us recognize Your presence in the everyday. Heal the parts of us that still feel distant.  Restore peace to weary hearts.  And remind us that no matter how far we’ve wandered emotionally, spiritually, or mentally… Home is always found in You. And God…  thank You for never stopping Your pursuit of us. Amen. We want this to be truly interactive podcast. Please go in the fan mail at https://unrelatedsisterspodcast.buzzsprout.com and tell us your stories and let us know if it’s okay to share (no names). Let us know if you need prayer or how we can support you in your journey. Thank you so much for taking the time to listen.  Follow us on  Facebook @Unrelated Sister's: Truth & Grace Conversation Podcast  TikTok @Unrelated.SistersPodcast  Email us at unrelatedsisterspodcast@gmail.com

    22 min
  2. MAY 3

    “When Faith Feels Empty (But You’re Still Showing Up)”

    Ladies we want to prayer for you. Please take time to share your story or just ask for prayer. We would love to be unrelated sister to you! In this deeply raw and unfiltered episode of Unrelated Sisters: Truth & Grace Conversation, Shannon and Deb sit down with no script—just honesty. After opening up about past abuse, Shannon finds herself in an unexpected place:  feeling empty… disconnected… and questioning everything. From waking up in the middle of the night, feeling pulled in every direction at work, missing the connection of Bible study, and carrying quiet worry for family—this episode holds space for what many believers feel but don’t say out loud: What happens after you tell the truth? Why does it sometimes feel like God is silent?  Why does faith feel heavy when you’re still praying, worshiping, and showing up?  And what do you do when life feels… mundane? Through real conversation, laughter, tears, and prayer, Shannon and Deb explore:  The emotional aftermath of sharing your story  Spiritual silence and feeling distant from God  The tension between faith and fatigue  The importance of community and connection  Recognizing the enemy’s voice vs. God’s peace  Finding hope in the middle of confusion This episode is not about having it all together. It’s about staying… even when you feel lost. If you’ve ever smiled on the outside while struggling on the inside—this conversation is for you. You are not alone.  You are not failing.  And God has not left you. We want this to be truly interactive podcast. Please go in the fan mail at https://unrelatedsisterspodcast.buzzsprout.com and tell us your stories and let us know if it’s okay to share (no names). Let us know if you need prayer or how we can support you in your journey. Thank you so much for taking the time to listen.  Follow us on  Facebook @Unrelated Sister's: Truth & Grace Conversation Podcast  TikTok @Unrelated.SistersPodcast  Email us at unrelatedsisterspodcast@gmail.com

    37 min
  3. APR 26

    Full Circle

    Ladies we want to prayer for you. Please take time to share your story or just ask for prayer. We would love to be unrelated sister to you! In this deeply honest episode of Unrelated Sisters: Truth & Grace Conversation, Shannon reflects on the tension between last week’s heavy, emotional season and this week’s unexpected emptiness. What do you do when you go from feeling everything… to feeling nothing? Through personal reflection, Scripture from Psalms, 1 Kings, and Isaiah, and real-life moments—including a recent trip to Washington DC—this episode explores the full circle of faith: God is not only in the breaking…  He is in the quiet rebuilding too. If you’ve been feeling tired, unmotivated, or spiritually off—this conversation will meet you right where you are. After opening up about past abuse, she found herself in an unexpected place:  waking up at 2–3 AM  feeling empty  frustrated at work  carrying quiet worry for her husband  struggling to feel like herself Why does that happen? Through biblical truth, personal reflection, and real-life honesty, this episode explores the full circle of healing: Telling the truth is not the end of the process…  it’s often the beginning of deeper healing. With encouragement from Psalms, 1 Kings, and Matthew, this episode will help you understand what’s happening—and how God meets you in it. Psalms 23 “He restores my soul.”Restoration is quiet. It’s not loud. It doesn’t always feel powerful. Isaiah 40:31 “Those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength…”Waiting isn’t exciting. But it’s where strength is rebuilt. What if… this isn’t a funk? What if this is recovery? Psalms 34:18 “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted…”Not just when it happened… But when you finally feel it. Look at Elijah again in 1 Kings 19. After the fire… After the victory… He crashes. He isolates. He says, “I’ve had enough.”  WHAT DO YOU DO NOW?  1. Don’t shut the door again You already opened it. Stay honest. 2. Talk to God in the middle of the night When you wake up at 2 or 3? That’s not wasted. That’s an invitation. 3. Give yourself grace You didn’t “mess yourself up.” You started healing. 4. Let God sit with you here Not rush you out. Not fix it instantly. Just be with you. 🙏 PRAYER  Lord, You see every layer we’ve uncovered. Every memory.  Every feeling.  Every restless night. And instead of running from it… help us trust You in it. Sit with us in the quiet. Meet us in the middle of the night. And remind us that healing is not a moment— it’s a process You walk with us through. In Jesus’ name, Amen. We want this to be truly interactive podcast. Please go in the fan mail at https://unrelatedsisterspodcast.buzzsprout.com and tell us your stories and let us know if it’s okay to share (no names). Let us know if you need prayer or how we can support you in your journey. Thank you so much for taking the time to listen.  Follow us on  Facebook @Unrelated Sister's: Truth & Grace Conversation Podcast  TikTok @Unrelated.SistersPodcast  Email us at unrelatedsisterspodcast@gmail.com

    26 min
  4. APR 19

    “Hidden Scars: When Love Hurt, and How Jesus Healed Me”

    Ladies we want to prayer for you. Please take time to share your story or just ask for prayer. We would love to be unrelated sister to you! Not all wounds are visible. My story of trauma. In this deeply personal episode of Unrelated Sisters: Truth & Grace Conversation, I share my story of emotional abuse, survival, and healing through Jesus. Because trauma doesn’t always show in words—it shows in patterns. From constantly apologizing… to feeling unworthy of love… to believing lies about identity—this episode brings truth, awareness, and hope. If you’ve ever struggled with emotional wounds, insecurity, or feeling unseen… this conversation is for you. 👉 You are not broken beyond repair.  👉 You are seen, loved, and redeemable.  Because trauma… doesn’t always look the way people expect. It doesn’t always show up as bruises. 👉 Sometimes… it shows up in behavior.  The signs are hidden in behavior… not in what they say out loud.  1. You’ll notice things like… She apologizes constantly. Even when she did nothing wrong. Because somewhere along the way… 👉 She was made to feel like everything was her fault. 2. And small conflicts? They don’t feel small. Because her mind is connecting present moments… 👉 To past pain. 3. She might break down over something that seems “little”… But it’s not little to her. Because she’s not just reacting to the moment… 👉 She’s reliving something she never fully healed from. 4. She needs reassurance… Not because she’s needy— But because emotional neglect taught her: 👉 Love can disappear without warning. Trauma doesn’t always speak. 👉 It shows up in patterns.  Psalm 34:18 “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”  2 Corinthians 10:5 “We take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ.” Romans 5:8 “But God demonstrates His own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” Isaiah 61:3 “To give them beauty for ashes… the oil of joy for mourning…” And slowly… I started to believe: 👉 I am loved.  👉 I am chosen.  👉 I am not what happened to me.  ENCOURAGEMENT (4–5 minutes) If you’re listening to this… And you see yourself in this story… I need you to hear me clearly: You are not too far gone. You are not too broken. 📖 Psalm 147:3 “He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.”  PRAYER Father God, Thank You for being close to the brokenhearted. Thank You for seeing the wounds no one else sees. Lord, for every woman listening who has been hurt, broken, or made to feel unworthy— Meet her right where she is. Heal what still hurts. Restore what was lost. Break every lie that was spoken over her life. And replace it with Your truth— That she is loved, chosen, and worthy. Give her strength to heal… And courage to walk forward in freedom. In Jesus’ name, Amen. We want this to be truly interactive podcast. Please go in the fan mail at https://unrelatedsisterspodcast.buzzsprout.com and tell us your stories and let us know if it’s okay to share (no names). Let us know if you need prayer or how we can support you in your journey. Thank you so much for taking the time to listen.  Follow us on  Facebook @Unrelated Sister's: Truth & Grace Conversation Podcast  TikTok @Unrelated.SistersPodcast  Email us at unrelatedsisterspodcast@gmail.com

    19 min
  5. APR 12

    “Questioning God’s Word: The Trap That Leads to Regret”

    Ladies we want to prayer for you. Please take time to share your story or just ask for prayer. We would love to be unrelated sister to you!  “The enemy’s goal is to make you question the very word God gave you… so you’ll make a decision you have to repent for later.”  Many Christian's love God—but still find themselves questioning what He said. In this powerful episode of Unrelated Sisters: Truth & Grace Conversation, we break down one of the enemy’s oldest and most effective strategies found in Genesis 3: “Did God really say?” Before Eve ever took a bite, she entertained a question—and that question led to confusion, distortion, and ultimately disobedience. How often do we do the same? This episode explores:  The true meaning behind the enemy’s question in Genesis  How spiritual doubt shows up in everyday life  The difference between God’s voice and the enemy’s voice  How to stand firm on what God already spoke If you’ve ever second-guessed your calling, your identity, or God’s promises… this conversation will anchor you back in truth. ✨ You don’t need a new word—you need to stand on the last one God gave you.  Chapter 2: God speaks clearly  God says:  “You are called”  “You are forgiven”  “You are enough”  “Wait on me” Chapter 3: The enemy questions what was spoken  Then life happens… And suddenly:  “Maybe I’m not”  “Maybe I missed it”  “Maybe that wasn’t God” 👉 The enemy doesn’t need to create a new narrative  👉 He just needs you to question the original one  “Don’t let a question in your Chapter 3 rewrite what God already settled in your Chapter 2.”   PRAYER Father God, We come to You right now in humility and honesty. Because if we’re real… we’ve questioned You. We’ve doubted what You said.  We’ve entertained thoughts that didn’t come from You.  We’ve allowed confusion where You already gave clarity. But today, God… We come back to truth. Remind us of what You spoke.  Anchor us in Your Word.  Give us discernment to recognize Your voice over every other voice. Silence the enemy’s lies.  Strengthen our spirit.  And help us stand firm on what You’ve already said. We trust You again. In Jesus’ name, Amen. We want this to be truly interactive podcast. Please go in the fan mail at https://unrelatedsisterspodcast.buzzsprout.com and tell us your stories and let us know if it’s okay to share (no names). Let us know if you need prayer or how we can support you in your journey. Thank you so much for taking the time to listen.  Follow us on  Facebook @Unrelated Sister's: Truth & Grace Conversation Podcast  TikTok @Unrelated.SistersPodcast  Email us at unrelatedsisterspodcast@gmail.com

    21 min
  6. APR 5

    He'd Do It Again

    Ladies we want to prayer for you. Please take time to share your story or just ask for prayer. We would love to be unrelated sister to you! What if Jesus knew every mistake you would ever make… and still chose the cross? In this powerful Easter episode of Unrelated Sisters: Truth & Grace Conversation, Shannon and Deb connect the truth of Good Friday, Holy Saturday, and Resurrection Sunday with the overwhelming message behind the song “I’d Do It Again” by Andrew Ripp. From the table… to the betrayal… to the cross… to the empty tomb—this episode reveals one life-changing truth: 👉 Jesus didn’t just die for the world. He chose you—personally. If you’ve ever struggled with shame, doubt, or feeling not good enough… this conversation will meet you with truth, grace, and the love of Christ that never changes. PRAYER Father God, Thank You for the cross.  Thank You for a love that we could never earn. Thank You for loving us before we ever got it right…  and for choosing us even knowing every failure, every mistake, and every moment we would fall short. Lord, help us truly receive that kind of love.  Not just hear it—but believe it deep in our hearts. Break every mindset that tells us we have to perform for You,  or earn what You have already freely given. Replace striving with surrender…  and fear with the truth of who we are in You. Remind us daily that we are already chosen,  fully forgiven,  and deeply loved. In Jesus’ name, Amen.  SIGNATURE LINE  “He didn’t go to the cross hoping you’d get it right… He went knowing you wouldn’t—and loving you anyway.”  “Friday proved His love. Saturday tested our faith. Sunday revealed the truth—He chose us all along… and He’d do it again.”  We want this to be truly interactive podcast. Please go in the fan mail at https://unrelatedsisterspodcast.buzzsprout.com and tell us your stories and let us know if it’s okay to share (no names). Let us know if you need prayer or how we can support you in your journey. Thank you so much for taking the time to listen.  Follow us on  Facebook @Unrelated Sister's: Truth & Grace Conversation Podcast  TikTok @Unrelated.SistersPodcast  Email us at unrelatedsisterspodcast@gmail.com

    21 min
  7. MAR 29

    You're Not Called to Impress God

    Ladies we want to prayer for you. Please take time to share your story or just ask for prayer. We would love to be unrelated sister to you! Have you ever felt like you needed to prove yourself to God? To pray better…  To do more…  To be more consistent…  To finally “get it right” so you can feel close to Him again? In this episode of Unrelated Sisters: Truth & Grace Conversation, we’re breaking the lie that your relationship with God is built on performance. Because the truth is…  You are not called to impress God—you are called to abide in Him. If you’ve ever felt spiritually exhausted, inconsistent, or like you’re falling short, this conversation will remind you of the freedom found in grace. Through biblical truth and honest reflection, we’ll talk about what it really means to live from God’s love instead of striving for it. You don’t have to earn His presence.  You don’t have to perform for His approval. You are already fully known… and fully loved.  BIBLE VERSES FOR THE EPISODE  Abiding Over Striving  John 15:4–5  “Abide in me, and I in you… apart from me you can do nothing.” Grace, Not Performance  Ephesians 2:8–9  “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith… not by works, so that no one can boast.” No Condemnation  Romans 8:1  “There is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.” God Looks at the Heart  1 Samuel 16:7  “The Lord does not look at the things people look at… the Lord looks at the heart.” Rest for the Weary  Matthew 11:28–30  “Come to me, all you who are weary… and I will give you rest.” God’s Love is Constant  Lamentations 3:22–23  “His mercies are new every morning.” Confidence in God, Not Self  Hebrews 4:16  “Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence…”  ENCOURAGEMENT SEGMENT  If you’ve been trying to impress God…  You can stop. You don’t have to clean yourself up before coming to Him.  You don’t have to have the perfect quiet time.  You don’t have to say all the right words. God is not standing at a distance, grading your performance. He’s inviting you closer. Even on your inconsistent days.  Even when you didn’t follow through.  Even when your faith feels weak. You are not loved because you did everything right this week.  You are loved because He is good. And nothing you failed to do…  Can cancel what Jesus already finished. So take a deep breath. You’re not behind.  You’re not disqualified. You’re still His.  CLOSING PRAYERJesus… Thank You that I don’t have to impress You. Thank You that Your love for me is not based on my performance, my consistency, or my effort. Forgive me for the times I’ve tried to earn what You already gave freely. Forgive me for striving instead of abiding…  For performing instead of resting in Your presence. Lord, help me to come to You just as I am. Remind me that You are not looking for perfection—  You are looking for my heart. Teach me to walk with You d We want this to be truly interactive podcast. Please go in the fan mail at https://unrelatedsisterspodcast.buzzsprout.com and tell us your stories and let us know if it’s okay to share (no names). Let us know if you need prayer or how we can support you in your journey. Thank you so much for taking the time to listen.  Follow us on  Facebook @Unrelated Sister's: Truth & Grace Conversation Podcast  TikTok @Unrelated.SistersPodcast  Email us at unrelatedsisterspodcast@gmail.com

    36 min
  8. MAR 22

    “When You Feel Like a Fraud in Your Faith”

    Ladies we want to prayer for you. Please take time to share your story or just ask for prayer. We would love to be unrelated sister to you! This right here… this is the kind of honesty that changes lives. Not perfection. Not polished. Not “I had a great week with Jesus.” This. The moment where you say, “I didn’t do what I said I would do… and I feel like a fraud.” That’s not failure—that’s awareness. And awareness is where transformation begins. Have you ever felt like a fraud in your faith? Like you said all the right things… but didn’t live them out? In this honest and vulnerable episode of Unrelated Sisters: Truth & Grace Conversation, we talk about what happens when intention doesn’t turn into action—and the guilt that follows. Why is it so easy to pretend we’re okay?  Why does spending time with Jesus sometimes feel like a routine instead of a relationship?  And why do we run to Him in some moments… but avoid Him in others? If you’ve ever felt inconsistent, disconnected, or disappointed in yourself spiritually—this episode is for you. Through biblical truth, real-life reflection, and gentle encouragement, we’ll explore how Jesus responds not with disappointment—but with invitation. You didn’t fail Him.  He’s still calling you closer. Psalm 51:17 “A broken and contrite heart, O God, you will not despise.”God is not impressed by the version of you that has it all together. He is drawn to the version of you that says,  “Lord… I didn’t show up.” John 15:4 “Abide in me, and I in you.”Abiding isn’t a performance.  It’s a posture. Romans 8:1 “There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.”You didn’t fail Him. Let me say that again: You did not fail Jesus this week. Lamentations 3:22–23 “His mercies are new every morning.”Not every perfect week. Every morning. PRAYER  Jesus… Thank You that You are not intimidated by our inconsistency. Thank You that You don’t turn away when we don’t show up. You come closer. Lord, forgive us for the moments we pretended instead of being real. Forgive us for choosing distraction over connection. But thank You… that Your love never changed. Teach us that time with You is not a task—but a gift. Remind us that You are not waiting for perfection… You’re inviting presence. And even when we don’t come… You stay. We love You. Amen. We want this to be truly interactive podcast. Please go in the fan mail at https://unrelatedsisterspodcast.buzzsprout.com and tell us your stories and let us know if it’s okay to share (no names). Let us know if you need prayer or how we can support you in your journey. Thank you so much for taking the time to listen.  Follow us on  Facebook @Unrelated Sister's: Truth & Grace Conversation Podcast  TikTok @Unrelated.SistersPodcast  Email us at unrelatedsisterspodcast@gmail.com

    15 min
5
out of 5
8 Ratings

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Unrelated Sisters: Truth & Grace Conversation  is a safe space for anyone who's ever felt overlooked, overwhelmed, or off-track. Through honest conversation, biblical truth, and sisterhood/brotherhood that goes beyond blood, we journey together—restored by grace, grounded in faith, and called for more. Where two faith-filled women dive into real-life topics with honesty, scripture, and sisterhood and brotherhood. It’s where truth speaks, grace covers, and everyone  is welcomed just as we are.  John 1:16 (NIV) “Out of His fullness we have all received grace in place of grace already given.” We choose John 1:16 because it reflects the layers of grace we talk about—the redemptive grace, the sustaining grace, the identity-giving grace—and it speaks to the fullness of Christ that we prayer pours into our listeners.  Isaiah 40:31“But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” We choose this verse because it emphasizes the strength, endurance, and renewal that come from placing trust in God, which perfectly aligns with resilience, faith, and empowerment within our podcast. It speaks to the idea that, even in challenging times, women can find strength and grace through their faith, soaring above life's difficulties with renewed strength.   “Rooted in truth. Covered in grace. Carried by faith.”