Dear beloved,

This letter is for the one who says she follows Jesus—but if she’s honest, sometimes her choices, words, or inward posture say otherwise.

Let’s get uncomfortably honest:

We claim to follow a Savior who was hated…and yet we live as though our highest goal is to be liked.

We say, “I’m not afraid to stand for truth,”but our communication habits quietly contradict it.

Maybe you were told not to talk about “religion,”so you stay silent even when the Spirit nudges you to speak.

Maybe you have a platform to share your faith,but you hesitate—afraid of being misunderstood, unfollowed, or dismissed.

The truth is—most of us don’t actually fear being wrong.We fear being rejected.

The Fear of Man vs. The Fear of God

Jesus said:

“If the world hates you, keep in mind that it hated Me first.” -John 15:18

He was preparing His disciples for a truth that still pierces today:If we follow Him, we will not always be applauded by the world.

But here’s what He never said:He never said we must seek conflict.He never said we must be cruel to be courageous.

He simply said:

“If anyone would come after Me, let him deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow Me.” — Luke 9:23

True discipleship will always require dying to approval.

That doesn’t mean being abrasive or reckless.It means living with holy resolve—to please the heart of God above the applause of people.

A Modern Mirror

We call it “caring,” when it’s really people-pleasing in disguise.We call it “keeping the peace,” when it’s really avoiding discomfort.We say, “I’m just trying to be relatable,” when really, we’re afraid of rejection.

But Jesus was never afraid of being misunderstood.He was mocked, misrepresented, and murdered—yet still moved in perfect love.

And He calls us to do the same:to speak truth in love,to stand firm in faith,to walk humbly but unashamedly with Him.

“For am I now seeking the approval of man, or of God?If I were still trying to please man, I would not be a servant of Christ.” -Galatians 1:10

🔔 YOUR WAKE-UP CALL TODAY

Pray this out loud:

“Lord, deliver me from the fear of man.Forgive me for caring more about the opinions of others than Your truth.Let Your approval speak louder than their applause.Teach me to be bold—not loud, not harsh—just unshakable in love and loyalty to You.In Jesus’ name, amen.”

Then, grab a post-it note or journal and make this commitment before God:

“God’s approval is greater than the approval of others.”

Write it. Sign it. Declare it.Whatever it takes—let this truth seal itself deep in your soul.

So that you can confidently state:

“I am unshaken in Christ.”

If this stirred something in you, we’d love to hear how God is freeing you from fear and awakening you to courage.

With love in Christ,Camille & Shawna

“The fear of man lays a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is safe.” -Proverbs 29:25

Did this convict or encourage you?If so, share it with a friend who’s learning to stand firm in truth and grace. Together, we’re awakening a generation of women to walk unashamedly in faith and freedom.

Dear beloved,

This letter is for the one who’s been calling it exhaustion, overwhelm, or burnout—but deep down, something feels different.

What if what you’re feeling isn’t only fatigue of the body… but weariness of the soul?

There is no denying you love God.Yet you don’t always feel connected to Him.

You let distractions crowd out prayer and time in His Word.

You show up for others, but deep down—you feel empty, stressed, or discouraged.

Could it be that what you’ve been calling burnout is actually spiritual numbness—because somewhere along the way, a quiet wall formed between you and God?

Burnout comes when we carry more than God asked us to.

But numbness often means we’re alive in appearance yet asleep in spirit—hiding from something only God can heal.

To the church in Sardis, Jesus said:

“I know your deeds; you have a reputation of being alive, but you are dead. Wake up! Strengthen what remains and is about to die.” — Revelation 3:1-2

Jesus wasn’t saying their salvation was lost, but that their faith had grown lifeless.

In Sardis, believers looked vibrant on the outside—busy with ministry, reputation, and motion—but inwardly they had lost spiritual vitality. Their faith was unrepentant, unresponsive, and unfruitful.

Today, that same “spiritual death” can look like:

* Knowing about God, but rarely talking with Him.

* Posting Scriptures online or to others but rarely opening them in secret.

* Serving tirelessly yet neglecting intimacy with the Savior.

Jesus wasn’t angry when He said this to believers in Sardis—He was merciful.

He loves us too much to let us drift into lifeless faith.He calls us to wake up—not to do more, but to return to the Source of life Himself.

Maybe you’ve tuned out the gentle whisper of the Holy Spirit because you haven’t slowed down long enough to hear.

The world offers comfort that numbs the soul—but that comfort separates us from communion with God.

Before long, we go through the motions of faith without the movement of His presence.

But Jesus has more for you—so much more.

He wants you fully alive in Him, not half-asleep in routine Christianity.

He said, “Follow Me,” not “Maintain your image.”

The Word of God is oxygen to your soul.His truth revives what apathy has buried.And His Spirit breathes new life into weary hearts.

That is such good news.

So now is the time to be honest before Him.Stop hiding pain behind performance.Stop calling numbness “normal.”

Awakening begins when you replace distraction with devotion—and bring the hidden things into His light.

🔔 YOUR WAKE-UP CALL TODAY

Before you scroll away, pause and invite the Holy Spirit to search you:

“When do I numb out?What am I hiding from?What fear can I bring to You, Lord?What truth from Your Word do You want to breathe into this place?”

Don’t rush. Let silence speak.Wait in His presence until His peace speaks louder than your pain.

He will reveal what you’ve been avoiding—not to shame you, but to set you free.Because when Jesus wakes us up,He doesn’t condemn—He revives.

And when revival touches your heart, you’ll be able to say with confidence:

“I am awakened in Christ.”

If you’re struggling to hear, share how we can pray for you and walk beside you.And if God reveals something today, testify—your story may awaken someone else.

With love in Christ,Shawna & Camille

“But everything exposed by the light becomes visible—and everything that is illuminated becomes a light.” — Ephesians 5:13–14

Did this bless you today or really make you think more deeply about how you’ve been walking out your faith? If so, share it with a friend. We’re building a community of women who are committed to waking up to the fullness of life in Christ—and would love your help spreading the Word.

Dear daughter of God—

You’ve been functioning, but not fully alive.

You scroll, strive, smile—and still feel disconnected.

You sense there’s more to your faith than surviving the week.

You’re hungry for truth that doesn’t sugar-coat,for conviction that brings freedom, not guilt.

You want to wake up and live like you were actually born again.

Romans 13:11 says,

“And do this, understanding the present time: The hour has already come for you to wake up from your slumber, because our salvation is nearer now than when we first believed.”

You can no longer keep living half-awake…

Which is why we want to welcome you into a sacred space cultivated to help you shake off the numbness, silence the lies, and set your soul on fire again.

We call it “The Awakening Letters,”

a 30-day journey of holy disruption.

Thirty short, piercing letters—each one a mirror, a mentor, a matchstick.

They confront lies, expose apathy, and rebuild your fire with truth.

These are soul alarms.

You’ll see yourself in every line—the striving, the numbing, the fear of man, the misplaced peace.

And you’ll hear God’s voice calling you back to life.

But before you step into these 30 days, we need to be painfully clear:

This is not a devotional.

This is not “light encouragement.”

This is not spiritual fluff designed to make you feel better.

This is a line in the sand.

You’re either going to stay as you are—or you’re going to change. TRANSFORM.

There’s no middle ground after this.

Somewhere deep inside, you already know it:

* God has been tugging at you.

* Something inside you has been restless.

* Your spirit has been whispering, “There’s more…wake up.”

But awakening doesn’t come through comfort.

Awakening comes through collision, between what God says and what you’ve been tolerating.

And that’s exactly what these next 30 days will do.

They will confront.They will provoke.They will expose.They will disrupt.

And if you let them, they will deliver.

“For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.” -Hebrews 4:12

So before you begin, decide now:

Will you only read these letters…or will you let them truly reconstruct you?

Because once you cross this threshold,apathy will not feel restful anymore.Compromise will not feel comfortable.Numbing yourself will no longer be an option.

If you’re ready…truly ready, place your hand over your heart and say this out loud:

“Lord, I give You permission to wake me—fully and finally. Disrupt what must be disrupted. Shake what must be shaken. I will not run from conviction. I will not cling to comfort. I choose awakening—no matter the cost.”

Let Heaven hear your yes.Because once you say it, everything changes.

Starting tomorrow, October 25th, we’re inviting you into Day 1.

Our aim with “The Awakening Letters” is to ignite your soul with short, daily reflections paired with honest prompts that prepare you for our forthcoming live, weekly Wake Her Soul podcast launching next month.

This will be a sacred place for you to come together with other women who are making a commitment to show up for God, no matter what the world says.

(PS: mark your calendar for November 11th when we’re dropping a sneak peek!)

But first, make sure you’re subscribed to our Substack below so you hear all the details and you get the letters delivered straight to your inbox. (It’s free!)

In Matthew 16:24, Jesus said to his disciples,

“If anyone wants to follow after me, let him deny himself, take up his cross, and follow me.”

This is what we’re committed to walking out together here with all those willing.

It will not always be pretty. And it sure as heck won’t always feel good.

But it will be worth it.

Because HE is worth it.

So, sister, are you ready to be radically transformed into the woman He created you to be? State it below by saying:

“Awake, my soul!”

(From Psalm 57:8)

With Love,

Shawna and Camille

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