I think so many of us know Jesus has forgiven us, but we still live like we're carrying chains. In this episode, I want to remind you that Christ didn't simply make your life better. He set you free. Together, we'll look at what Scripture says about the freedom Jesus purchased for us and why so many of us still struggle with shame, fear, comparison, regret, and people-pleasing. My prayer is that you'll recognize the areas where you've been living like a prisoner and step into the freedom that's already yours. Because the prison door is open and Jesus is inviting you to walk out.

 

And remember, I'd love to connect more on Instagram, where you'll find me at @donnaajones. And don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss a single episode!

Xo,

Donna

 

Key Takeaways:

00:01–0:02:30 - Freedom: Walking Out of the Unlocked Prison

02:30–0:04:48 - From Self-Improvement to Christ-Set Freedom

04:48–0:06:40 - When Grace Becomes Familiar, Freedom Feels Distant

06:40–0:09:44 - Invisible Prisons: Regret, Fear, Opinions, Comparison

09:44–0:12:15 - Free People Free People

 

What We Talk About
What Galatians 5:1 teaches about spiritual freedom
The true cost Jesus paid on the cross
Why Christians still struggle with shame, fear, and regret
How comparison and people-pleasing rob us of joy
The difference between striving for God's approval and living from it
Why gratitude fuels genuine worship
How living in freedom transforms the way we treat others
Practical ways to identify the areas where you still feel spiritually stuck


Recognizing the "Unlocked Prison"

Ask yourself:
Am I living with shame instead of grace?
Am I choosing fear instead of trust?
Am I holding onto bitterness instead of forgiveness?
Am I comparing my life instead of living with contentment?

Jesus has already unlocked the prison door. The invitation is to step out and live in the freedom He has already given you.

Donna’s Resources:

Order a copy of my latest book - 

Healthy Conflict, Peaceful Life: A Biblical Guide to Communicating Thoughts, Feelings, and Opinions with Grace, Truth, and Zero Regret. 

It is available anywhere books are sold– here is the link on Amazon. 

If you need a helpful resource for someone exploring faith and Christianity or simply want to strengthen your own knowledge, 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 deepen their faith.

Let’s Connect:

Instagram: @donnaajones    

Website: www.donnajones.org    

Donna’s speaking schedule: https://donnajones.org/events/

I think so many of us know Jesus has forgiven us, but we still live like we're carrying chains. In this episode, I want to remind you that Christ didn't simply make your life better. He set you free. Together, we'll look at what Scripture says about the freedom Jesus purchased for us and why so many of us still struggle with shame, fear, comparison, regret, and people-pleasing. My prayer is that you'll recognize the areas where you've been living like a prisoner and step into the freedom that's already yours. Because the prison door is open and Jesus is inviting you to walk out.
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And remember, I'd love to connect more on Instagram, where you'll find me at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/donnaajones/?hl=en">@donnaajones</a>. And don&rsquo;t forget to subscribe so you don&rsquo;t miss a single episode!
Xo,
Donna
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Key Takeaways:
00:01&ndash;0:02:30 - Freedom: Walking Out of the Unlocked Prison
02:30&ndash;0:04:48 - From Self-Improvement to Christ-Set Freedom
04:48&ndash;0:06:40 - When Grace Becomes Familiar, Freedom Feels Distant
06:40&ndash;0:09:44 - Invisible Prisons: Regret, Fear, Opinions, Comparison
09:44&ndash;0:12:15 - Free People Free People
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What We Talk About
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">What Galatians 5:1 teaches about spiritual freedom</li>
<li aria-level="1">The true cost Jesus paid on the cross</li>
<li aria-level="1">Why Christians still struggle with shame, fear, and regret</li>
<li aria-level="1">How comparison and people-pleasing rob us of joy</li>
<li aria-level="1">The difference between striving for God's approval and living from it</li>
<li aria-level="1">Why gratitude fuels genuine worship</li>
<li aria-level="1">How living in freedom transforms the way we treat others</li>
<li aria-level="1">Practical ways to identify the areas where you still feel spiritually stuck</li>
</ul>
 Recognizing the "Unlocked Prison"
Ask yourself:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Am I living with shame instead of grace?</li>
<li aria-level="1">Am I choosing fear instead of trust?</li>
<li aria-level="1">Am I holding onto bitterness instead of forgiveness?</li>
<li aria-level="1">Am I comparing my life instead of living with contentment?</li>
</ul>
Jesus has already unlocked the prison door. The invitation is to step out and live in the freedom He has already given you.
Donna&rsquo;s Resources:
Order a copy of my latest book -&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Healthy-Conflict-Peaceful-Life-Communicating/dp/1400243998">Healthy Conflict, Peaceful Life: A Biblical Guide to Communicating Thoughts, Feelings, and Opinions with Grace, Truth, and Zero Regret.&nbsp;</a>
It is available anywhere books are sold&ndash; <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Healthy-Conflict-Peaceful-Life-Communicating/dp/1400243998">here is the link on Amazon.&nbsp;</a>
If you need a helpful resource for someone exploring faith and Christianity or simply want to strengthen your own knowledge, you&rsquo;ll want a copy of my book, <a href="https://seekmeetinggod.com/">Seek: A Woman&rsquo;s Guide to Meeting God.</a>
It&rsquo;s a must for seekers, new believers, and those who want to deepen their faith.
Let&rsquo;s Connect:
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/donnaajones/?hl=en">@donnaajones</a> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Website: <a href="http://www.donnajones.org">www.donnajones.org</a> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Donna&rsquo;s speaking schedule: <a href="https://donnajones.org/events/">https://donnajones.org/events/</a>

If you’ve ever had a conversation where you’ve walked away thinking, “Wow! That was just what I needed”, you know you felt encouraged, learned a thing or two, laughed, and maybe even felt a bit challenged.

Author, national speaker, and pastor’s wife, Donna Jones provides life-giving “that’s just what I needed” conversations to help you know, love, and follow God in the midst of real-life--the one with daily demands and crazy cultural chaos. Sometimes she’ll welcome a guest we can learn from; sometimes the conversation will be just her and you.

 But, Donna’s hope is that each conversation will be exactly what you need.

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If you’ve ever had a conversation where you’ve walked away thinking, “Wow! That was just what I needed”, you know you felt encouraged, learned a thing or two, laughed, and maybe even felt a bit challenged. Author, national speaker, and pastor’s wife, Donna Jones provides life-giving “that’s just what I needed” conversations to help you know, love, and follow God in the midst of real-life--the one with daily demands and crazy cultural chaos. Sometimes she’ll welcome a guest we can learn from; sometimes the conversation will be just her and you. But, Donna’s hope is that each conversation will be exactly what you need.

If you&rsquo;ve ever had a conversation where you&rsquo;ve walked away thinking, &ldquo;Wow! That was just what I needed&rdquo;, you know you felt encouraged, learned a thing or two, laughed, and maybe even felt a bit challenged. Author, national speaker, and pastor&rsquo;s wife, Donna Jones provides life-giving &ldquo;that&rsquo;s just what I needed&rdquo; conversations to help you know, love, and follow God in the midst of real-life--the one with daily demands and crazy cultural chaos. Sometimes she&rsquo;ll welcome a guest we can learn from; sometimes the conversation will be just her and you. But, Donna&rsquo;s hope is that each conversation will be exactly what you need.

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How to Live in the Freedom Christ Already Won for You

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