UnPerfect - Connect With God & Grow Spiritually
Do you desire to connect with God in real and tangible ways? Do you struggle with the reality that life hasn't gone the way you imagined it would? My friend, you've come to the right place, and you are not alone. I'm Shelly Snead, your host of UnPerfect, and it's my weekly mission to inspire women like you and me to grow spiritually through authentic stories and experiences rooted in the truth of God's Word. Hope - and most likely some humor - are headed your way...
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Episodes
99 episodes
Trusting the God of the Bible Instead of Your Emotions: Meditating on Scripture Through Highs and Lows
Does trusting the God of the Bible seem to get harder in the midst of your big emotions? Are you seeking ways to stay grounded in the Word, despite your current emotions? I've got you covered today in part two of this interview. We're diving in...
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Season 4
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Episode 98
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27:35
Putting My Confidence in Scripture Instead of My Big Emotions: Continuing to Show Up
In episode #97, we unpack what it means to put our full confidence in Scripture. Our big emotions can fail us, but God's Word guides us through the valleys—and equips us for the mountaintops.My incredible guest on today’s show i...
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Season 4
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Episode 97
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29:52
5 Biblical Gifts to Help Us Stand Strong: Lessons from King David's Playbook for Overcoming Spiritual Attacks
Today, we look at 5 gifts we can take advantage of to help us stand strong when we are under spiritual attack. We unpack some lessons straight from David’s playbook.We dive into 1 Samuel and the story of David and Goliath—not just...
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Season 4
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Episode 96
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17:31
Struggling to Accept God's Will? Find hope in surrender and practical tips to support caregivers you know
Do you ever find yourself struggling to accept God's will? Do you ever think God chose the wrong person for the role he's put you in? Have you experienced anger at the season he is allowing you to experience? You are not alone, my friend. I've ...
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Season 4
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Episode 95
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24:00
Searching for Peace In A Season of Loss? A Caregiver's Journey to Peace Through Surrender
Are you or a loved one desperately searching for peace in a season of loss? Are you in a hard role with no end in sight? Today's episode of UnPerfect is a testament to God's faithfulness in our hard. Listen in for one caregiver's journ...
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Season 4
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Episode 94
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23:55
Giving Yourself Permission to Rest: Find Rest by Discovering New Ways to Observe the Sabbath
Are you desiring a way to slow down? A formula for resetting and finding rest for your body, your mind, and your spirit? Do You struggle with giving yourself permission to rest? You are in the right place. Here in episode #93, Jody Allen and I ...
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Season 4
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Episode 93
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33:39
The Process of Forgiveness: God's take on mercy, justice and trust
In this compelling episode, I welcome back Theresa Whiting for part two of our discussion on forgiveness. (If you missed part one, head back to Episode #92). T...
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Season 4
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Episode 92
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26:46
True Forgiveness: What It Is and What It Is Not
There are many misconceptions about true forgiveness. It’s not about ignoring pain or letting people off the hook. It’s about trusting God with justice and allowing ourselves to heal. This episode encourages anyone struggling with forgiveness t...
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Season 4
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Episode 91
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22:28
Thriving With ADHD: Strategies for Increasing Focus As You Seek to Grow In Christ
Dr. Beth Cappechi joins me for part 2 of a series on ADHD. She is a licensed counselor and the host of the Never Perfect Faith podcast. Beth is thriving with ADHD. In this series, she shares her personal journey with ADHD, how it shape...
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Season 4
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Episode 90
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25:55
Thriving With ADHD: A Woman's Guide to Living With Your Super-powered Diagnosis
In this enlightening and heartfelt episode, we welcome Beth, a licensed counselor and the host of the Never Perfect Faith podcast who is thriving with ADHD. Beth shares her personal journey with ADHD, how it shapes her life, and why sh...
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Season 4
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Episode 89
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30:38
Rejuvenate Your Prayers: Strategies and Insights to Deepen Your Connection With God
Do you struggle with consistency in your prayer life? Are you looking for ways to refresh your times of communing with God? If so, then today's podcast, Rejuvenate Your Prayers, is for you!Episode #88 answers the follo...
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27:36
Parenting Teens: Guiding With Grace, Grit and Vulnerability with Jon Acuff and McRae Acuff
You are not alone if you have questions about parenting teens. For example, how do we encourage our kids to move out of their comfort zones? How do we protect them from burnout and chaos? How can we help them succeed at what God has gifted and ...
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Season 4
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Episode 87
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25:06
Parenting Teens: Mindset, Goals, and Growth with Jon Acuff and McRae Acuff
Parenting is hard. Being a teen is hard. But parenting teens? That's a whole other level of difficulty! In this episode of UnPerfect, I chat with Jon Acuff and his daughter McRae, the authors of How Teens Win: The Student's Guide ...
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Season 4
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Episode 86
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23:31
Giving God Control: Stop Wiggling Off the Altar of Submission by Renewing Your Mind
In this episode of UnPerfect, we explore the concept of surrendering fully to God and staying “on the altar” as a living sacrifice, even when we’re tempted to wiggle off. Drawing a vivid analogy from my [traumatized] yet adorable pup, ...
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Season 4
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Episode 85
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25:00
4 Steps to Restful, Healthy Eating: Why "Good Enough" Is Actually Best
Does eating healthy sound life-sucking to you? Would the thought, "eating healthy can be done in a way that brings rest" seem foreign? What if I told you getting a B- in this area is the healthier way to go? If those questions stirred up any ye...
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Season 4
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Episode 84
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29:46
How To Set A Goal I Can Achieve: A Quitter’s Guide to Finishing Strong
Are you sitting on piles of unmet goals? Are you overwhelmed by the idea of which goals to even pursue? Are you ready to call it quits on quitting? If you answered yes to any of these questions, this episode is for you! Today we a...
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Season 4
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Episode 83
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14:24
An UnPerfect Christmas
Merry Christmas from UnPerfect! Episode #82 is my gift to you, my listeners in the UnPerfect community. Join guest host Jody Allen and me (Shelly Snead) in this fun and heartfelt episode as we talk about all things CHRISTMAS.L...
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Season 3
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Episode 82
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34:05
Practical Ways to Support Foster and Adoptive Families
In this heart-to-heart conversation, I continue my interview with recent Focus on the Family guest Julie Bagamary on more topics about foster and adoptive parenting. Today, we dive into the unique challenges foster and adoptive families face an...
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Season 3
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Episode 81
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22:23
How to Hope In Hard Times: 5 Barriers to Experiencing Hope
Today, we are answering two important questions: What is Hope? What Keeps Me from Experiencing Hope in My Hard?In episode #80 of the UnPerfect Podcast, we explore the powerful and life-changing concept of hope—what it truly means...
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Season 3
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Episode 80
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16:22
Navigating Foster Care and Adoption With Hope and Healing
In Episode #79 of the UnPerfect Podcast, author/speaker and textile artist Julie Bagamary shares her deeply personal journey into navigating foster and adoptive parenting.Julie and her husband, Randy, never imagined themselves as parent...
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Season 3
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Episode 79
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21:55
Life to the Full in Difficult Seasons: Experiencing Abundant Life in the Midst of Limitations
In this episode of the UnPerfect podcast, host Shelly Snead dives deep into how we can experience the abundant life Jesus promised us, even when we're stuck in a season of limitations. Whether you're dealing with a difficult season, a season of...
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Season 3
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Episode 78
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14:18
Gain A Heart of Wisdom: Hearing God’s Voice Over the Noise of Our Own Thoughts
Have you ever wondered if you're truly hearing God's voice or just following your own intuition? Do you truly want to gain a heart of wisdom—God's wisdom? Then, this episode of the UnPerfect Podcast is for you.In this insightful intervi...
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Season 3
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Episode 77
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37:25
Doing Hard With Hope: When Life Isn't Going As Planned
No one is promised easy - not even believers in Jesus. But how do we maintain our hope in the midst of the hard? In this episode, we discuss accepting where God has us, even when life isn't going as planned. Because of the resurrection, we are ...
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Season 3
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Episode 76
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14:16
Self-Awareness Strategies for Depression: How to Function Better When You're In A Funk
If you struggle with depression or depressive episodes and often wonder, "How can I function better when I'm in a funk?" - Episode #75 is for you, my sister!In this candid and insightful two-part series, author Jessica Van Roekel and po...
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32:26
6 Steps to Cultivate Contentment When Life Feels Unfair
In this episode, we explore the struggle of feeling discontent. Have you ever found yourself longing for what someone else has or frustrated with your own lot in life? If so, you're not alone. Join us as we explore the complex emotions tied to ...
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Season 3
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Episode 74
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