Living Free: Letting Go of Shame

“Shame tells you who you’re not—Jesus tells you who you are.”

We’re getting real this week—talking about shame. The kind that sticks to your identity and whispers lies about who you are. Carol shares how God began speaking to her through the phrase “despising its shame” (Hebrews 12:2), and how the realization that Jesus died not only for your sin—but also for your shame—changed her perspective.

We dig into the story of the prodigal son, our culture’s obsession with image, and how shame keeps us stuck in a false identity. But there’s good news: Jesus took our shame so we don’t have to live in it. There’s freedom for you in Christ—and we want that for you.

If you’ve ever felt “less than” because of your past, your appearance, your marital status, or anything else—pull up a chair. You’re not alone, and there’s hope.

📌 3 Takeaways:

1. Jesus didn’t just die for your sin—He died for your shame. He wore a shameful crown, endured a shameful death, and ran toward us like the father in Luke 15 to cover our shame.

2. Shame often stems from a wrong belief about God. We assign value to things He never did and carry guilt He already paid for.

3. Your identity is in Christ, not your circumstances. Whether it’s divorce, weight, anxiety, or insecurity—none of it defines you. You are the bride of Christ.

✨If this episode hit close to home, you’re not alone. Jesus took your shame so you could walk free. We'd love to pray for you—reach out at [e-mail], leave a comment wherever you’re listening, or join the conversation on our Facebook page.
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