In this powerful episode, host Audrey Shelby takes listeners on a journey to uncover their true identity beyond titles, roles, and achievements. If you've ever struggled with imposter syndrome, self-doubt, or felt like you're constantly chasing the next accomplishment to feel worthy, this episode is for you.

Exercise: Identify Your Thieves

Daily Practice

Imposter syndrome is the persistent feeling that your achievements are undeserved, stemming from self-doubt and the fear of being exposed as a fraud—despite evidence of competence.

Common symptoms include:

If this episode resonated with you, we'd love to hear from you! Share your insights and breakthroughs as you work through this week's exercise.

Remember: You are not defined by your achievements, your job title, or your past mistakes. You are a child of God, created with purpose, redeemed by Christ's blood, and called to live abundantly.

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In this powerful episode, we sit down with Brandon Shelby to explore what it truly means to walk in obedience to God, especially in leadership. We dive deep into the emotions that arise when God calls us to obey—reluctance, fear, and trepidation—and discover how surrender and trust transform our relationship with Him.

Brandon Shelby - @mr_brandondjshelby ; website: https://www.corporatefreeagency.com/ 

Reluctance - Brandon shares a personal story of being reluctant to obey God and what happened as a result

Fear - The paralysis of not wanting to make mistakes and second-guessing what we've heard from God

Trepidation - Wrestling with uncertainty when God requires something we don't understand

We explore the story of Thomas (John 20:24-29) and discover that asking questions doesn't disqualify us from God's calling. Brandon encourages listeners to explore their feelings when God requires something they don't understand.

Hebrews 5:7-9 (NLT) "While Jesus was here on earth, he offered prayers and pleadings, with a loud cry and tears, to the one who could rescue him from death. And God heard his prayers because of his deep reverence for God. Even though Jesus was God's Son, he learned obedience from the things he suffered. In this way, God qualified him as a perfect High Priest, and he became the source of eternal salvation for all those who obey him."

Philippians 4:6-9 (NLT) “Always be full of joy in the Lord. I say it again—rejoice!  Let everyone see that you are considerate in all you do. Remember, the Lord is coming soon.

 Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus.

 And now, dear brothers and sisters, one final thing. Fix your thoughts on what is true, and honorable, and right, and pure, and lovely, and admirable. Think about things that are excellent and worthy of praise. Keep putting into practice all you learned and received from me—everything you heard from me and saw me doing. Then the God of peace will be with you.”

Deuteronomy 8:11-18 - https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Deuteronomy%208%3A11-18&version=NKJV 

Hebrews 5:7-9 - https://bible.com/bible/116/heb.5.7-9.NLT

Psalms 25:12 - https://bible.com/bible/116/psa.25.12.NLT

John Bevere - "Holy fear keeps us connected to the wisdom of our Creator—the only One who knows what enhances us and what undoes us." From: The Awe of God

Episode Takeaways

✓ Asking questions doesn't disqualify you from God's calling

 ✓ Obedience is about surrender, not perfection 

✓ Even Jesus learned obedience through what He suffered

 ✓ Fear of the Lord connects us to divine wisdom

 ✓ Being in God's will is always the best place to be

Website: https://www.praywithoutceasingministries.com/ 

Merch: www.praywithoutceasingmerch.com 

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @AudreyTShelby

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Brandon Shelby to explore what it truly means to walk in obedience to God, especially in leadership. We dive deep into the emotions that arise when God calls us to obey—reluctance, fear, and trepidation—and discover how surrender and trust transform our relationship with Him.

Brandon Shelby - @mr_brandondjshelby ; website: https://www.corporatefreeagency.com/ 

Reluctance - Brandon shares a personal story of being reluctant to obey God and what happened as a result

Fear - The paralysis of not wanting to make mistakes and second-guessing what we've heard from God

Trepidation - Wrestling with uncertainty when God requires something we don't understand

We explore the story of Thomas (John 20:24-29) and discover that asking questions doesn't disqualify us from God's calling. Brandon encourages listeners to explore their feelings when God requires something they don't understand.

Hebrews 5:7-9 (NLT) "While Jesus was here on earth, he offered prayers and pleadings, with a loud cry and tears, to the one who could rescue him from death. And God heard his prayers because of his deep reverence for God. Even though Jesus was God's Son, he learned obedience from the things he suffered. In this way, God qualified him as a perfect High Priest, and he became the source of eternal salvation for all those who obey him."

Psalms 25:12 (NLT) "Who are those who fear the Lord? He will show them the path they should choose."

John Bevere - "Holy fear keeps us connected to the wisdom of our Creator—the only One who knows what enhances us and what undoes us." From: The Awe of God

Episode Takeaways

✓ Asking questions doesn't disqualify you from God's calling

 ✓ Obedience is about surrender, not perfection 

✓ Even Jesus learned obedience through what He suffered

 ✓ Fear of the Lord connects us to divine wisdom

 ✓ Being in God's will is always the best place to be

Website: https://www.praywithoutceasingministries.com/ 

Merch: www.praywithoutceasingmerch.com 

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @AudreyTShelby

Have you ever made a costly mistake as a leader? One that made you question your worth or whether you were cut out for leadership?

In this episode, I'm getting real about the fear of making mistakes and the pressure to be perfect. I share a personal story about a costly mistake that could have cost me my job, and the biblical lessons God taught me through it.

If you've been beating yourself up over a mistake or carrying the weight of perfection, this episode is for you.

Biblical Wisdom on Mistakes

What True Leadership Looks Like

 Extending Grace to Yourself

Practical Steps Forward

Colossians 3:23-24 - Work as for the Lord, not for men

1 John 3:16 - Real love requires sacrifice Read it here

Ecclesiastes 10:4 - "A quiet spirit can overcome even great mistakes" Read it here 

Timothy 3:16-17 - Scripture corrects us with purpose to equip us Read it here

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Remember: You don't have to be perfect to be a great leader. You just have to be willing to learn, grow, and keep showing up.

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Have you ever felt attacked, undermined, or disrespected by someone on your team? Do you dread going to work because of one difficult colleague? You're not alone—and as a Christian leader, you don't have to choose between holding boundaries and showing grace.

In this episode, we dive into three biblical strategies that will transform how you lead difficult people. You'll discover why empathy doesn't mean agreement, how refusing to take offense protects your leadership, and why forgiveness is actually about YOUR freedom, not theirs.

Whether you're managing someone who openly opposes you or navigating a toxic team dynamic, this episode will equip you with practical, Christ-centered tools to lead with integrity while protecting your peace.

✅ How to use Psychological First Aid principles to support distressed colleagues in the workplace

✅ Why "What happened to you?" is more powerful than "What's wrong with you?" when dealing with difficult behavior

Colossians 3:23-24 - "Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men."

 Proverbs 19:11 - "A person's wisdom yields patience; it is to one's glory to overlook an offense."

1 Peter 4:8 - "Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins."

Matthew 6:14 - "For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you."

 1 Corinthians 13:7 (AMP) - Love "bears all things, hopes all things, endures all things."

Galatians 6:2 (ESV) - "Bear one another's burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ."

Where have I been holding offense?

Who do I need to forgive?

How can I be a safer space for my team?

Am I doing my work for people's approval or for God's glory?

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Do you feel the weight of leadership responsibility? Struggling to lead effectively while honoring God? You're not alone.

In this powerful episode, we explore what it means to lead at full capacity—not by relying on your own strength, but by inviting God into every aspect of your leadership journey. Whether you're leading in ministry, business, community organizations, or your own family, this episode will transform how you view and practice leadership.

You'll discover that leadership isn't about titles or positions—it's about influence. And if you're a follower of Jesus Christ, you're called to influence others, which means you're called to lead.

In This Episode, You'll Learn:

Stop carrying the weight alone. Stop performing and start partnering with God. This episode will help you understand that when you seek God first, pray without ceasing, and walk in obedience, everything changes.

Perfect For: Christian leaders, ministry workers, business professionals, emerging leaders, parents, church volunteers, small group leaders, entrepreneurs, and anyone who wants to honor God in their leadership role.

Featured Scripture: Romans 12:8, Matthew 6:33, James 1:22, Deuteronomy 30:11, Proverbs 8:12, 1 Thessalonians 5:17

"If your gift is to encourage others, be encouraging. If it is giving, give generously. If God has given you leadership ability, take the responsibility seriously. And if you have a gift for showing kindness to others, do it gladly."

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Application: Whatever gifts God has given you, use them seriously AND gladly. Leadership is a gift to be stewarded, not a burden to carry alone.

"Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need."

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Application: When we prioritize God first—before our leadership, before our success, before our programs—He promises to provide everything we need. This is the foundation of leading at full capacity.

"But don't just listen to God's word. You must do what it says. Otherwise, you are only fooling yourselves."

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Application: Effective Christian leadership requires obedience, not just knowledge. Hearing God's voice is important, but acting on what He says is what transforms our leadership.

"Never stop praying."

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Application: Prayer isn't just a morning or evening activity—it's an ongoing conversation with God throughout your day. Every decision, challenge, and opportunity is an invitation to pray.

"This command I am giving you today is not too difficult for you, and it is not beyond your reach."

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Application: What God is calling you to do as a leader isn't too hard for you. He equips those He calls. Step out in obedience with confidence.

"I, Wisdom, live together with good judgment. I know where to discover knowledge and discernment."

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Application: When we seek God's wisdom, He gives us creative solutions and "witty inventions"—innovative ideas that only come from Him.

Books Mentioned:

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In this episode, I open up about my early days in leadership and the struggles I faced when fear and anxiety were driving my decisions. I reflect on what it was like to lead from that place, the impact it had on my team and myself, and the lessons I learned along the way.

Whether you're a new leader finding your footing or a seasoned one looking back on your journey, this honest conversation about the messy reality of leadership might resonate with your own experience.

Resources mentioned

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