God never asked for perfection. He asked for faithfulness. And that changes everything.
Welcome to the Rise Experience Podcast, where faith meets leadership and purpose meets growth. I’m Shannon Denniston, and this show is all about helping growth-minded leaders rise into their calling with integrity, courage, and heart, creating impact that starts within and extends outward.
Episode Highlights
In this episode, I open up about the hold perfectionism has had on my life and leadership and how faithfulness, not flawlessness, is what God asks of us. I share how I’ve learned to choose progress over perfection, take small imperfect steps, and trust that God fills the gaps when I fall short.
Main Takeaways
- Faithfulness, not perfection, is the standard God calls us to live by.
- Perfectionism often masks fear and can keep leaders stuck.
- Consistency matters more than flawless performance, and showing up regularly creates growth.
- Affirmations and faith-based self-talk can reshape how we view our worth.
- Modeling imperfection and courage permits others to grow.
- God continues His work in us, even when we feel far from “done.”
Episode Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:07 Perfection vs. Faithfulness
01:28 Affirmations and Self-Talk
02:44 Consistency vs. Perfection
04:35 Leadership and Progress
06:02 Embracing Imperfection
08:33 Faithfulness Over Perfection
09:41 Prayer and Reflection
Take a moment to reflect on one area where perfectionism has kept you from moving forward. Then, take one small, faithful step, no matter how imperfect it feels.
Supporting Information
- Instagram: @risewithshannon
- Facebook: Rise Experience
- LinkedIn: Shannon Denniston
Share this episode with someone who might need the reminder that faithfulness is enough. Thanks for tuning in and rising with me today. Let’s keep choosing faith over flawlessness, one imperfect step at a time.
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