Shame and Guilt: The Barriers to Our Spiritual Journey? with Donna Jones
Have you ever wondered if your feelings of shame are keeping you from having a stronger relationship with God? As a pastor's wife who’s worked with thousands of women, I see it all the time.
Today I share the story of a woman I met whose life choices seem to be taking her on a path of increasing isolation from God–and, truth be told, I’m not sure she realizes why. However, as I’ve talked with her, I sense she struggles with feelings of shame and unworthiness.
As we navigate through her story, we delve into the dichotomy of guilt and shame - the former tethered to our actions, the latter etched into our identity. We discover how a pervasive sense of shame can stifle our spiritual connection with God.
We run away from Him when we could run to Him.
God's acceptance is not conditional upon our perfection. It's time we unravel the complex concepts of guilt and shame and understand how they shape our relationship with God.
Let's embark on this enlightening journey together and get set free!
Xo,
Donna
Resources:
If you need a helpful resource for someone exploring faith or Christianity, you’ll want a copy of my book, Seek: A Woman’s Guide to Meeting God. It’s a must for seekers, new believers, and those who want to be more confident in their faith.
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Instagram: @donnaajones
Website: www.donnajones.org
Twitter:@donnajonesspeak
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https://donnajones.org/events/
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Pick up a copy of Donna’s book : Seek: A Woman’s Guide to Meeting God
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Donna is the author of three books, including Seek: A Woman’s Guide to Meeting God and Healthy Conflict, Peaceful Life. She’s written six Bible studies, four that deal with topics near to a woman’s heart: family, friendship, confidence, and contentment. Her works have been featured on Proverbs 31 Ministries, Focus on the Family, and Crosswalk. A national and international speaker, Donna has spoken to audiences in 28 states and on four continents and has been a guest on numerous podcasts and television shows.
Connect with Donna at www.donnajones.org, on Instagram @donnaajones or Facebook at Donna Jones, Speaker & Author.
