So much of how we live—how we feel, how we respond, and even how we make decisions—is shaped by how we see ourselves.  And if we're  honest, most of us don’t stop very often to ask where that identity is actually coming from. Is it coming from how busy I feel, how overwhelmed I am, the roles I carry, or whether I feel like I’m doing enough… or failing again?

In this episode, I slow us down and invite you to take a closer look at the labels we’ve been living from and compare them to what God actually says is true about us. We’ll open Scripture and talk honestly about what it means to live from our identity in Christ—not performance, approval, or circumstances. 

This is a freeing reminder that our identity isn’t earned, it’s received—and who God says we are is far more secure than any season we’re walking through.

Xo,

Donna

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!

Listen in to learn more : 
[0:02:17] If we don’t let God define us, something—or someone—else will

[0:02:32]Identity shapes how we handle failure, relationships, pressure, and purpose

[0:04:55]Our identity in Christ is received, not earned

[0:05:43] God’s love for us is steady, unchanging, and deeply personal

[0:14:19] Living from identity brings freedom, peace, and clarity

 

Donna’s Resources:

Order a copy of my new 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 be more confident in their faith!

 

Connect with Donna 

Instagram: @donnaajones    

Website: www.donnajones.org    

 

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

So much of how we live&mdash;how we feel, how we respond, and even how we make decisions&mdash;is shaped by how we see ourselves.&nbsp; And if we're&nbsp; honest, most of us don&rsquo;t stop very often to ask where that identity is actually coming from. Is it coming from how busy I feel, how overwhelmed I am, the roles I carry, or whether I feel like I&rsquo;m doing enough&hellip; or failing again?
In this episode, I slow us down and invite you to take a closer look at the labels we&rsquo;ve been living from and compare them to what God actually says is true about us. We&rsquo;ll open Scripture and talk honestly about what it means to live from our identity in Christ&mdash;not performance, approval, or circumstances.&nbsp;
This is a freeing reminder that our identity isn&rsquo;t earned, it&rsquo;s received&mdash;and who God says we are is far more secure than any season we&rsquo;re walking through.
Xo,
Donna
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!
Listen in to learn more : [0:02:17] If we don&rsquo;t let God define us, something&mdash;or someone&mdash;else will
[0:02:32]Identity shapes how we handle failure, relationships, pressure, and purpose
[0:04:55]Our identity in Christ is received, not earned
[0:05:43] God&rsquo;s love for us is steady, unchanging, and deeply personal
[0:14:19] Living from identity brings freedom, peace, and clarity
&nbsp;
Donna&rsquo;s Resources:
Order a copy of my new 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>
&nbsp;
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,&nbsp;<a href="https://seekmeetinggod.com/">Seek: A Woman&rsquo;s Guide to Meeting God.</a>
&nbsp;
It&rsquo;s a must for seekers, new believers, and those who want to be more confident in their faith!
&nbsp;
Connect with Donna&nbsp;
Instagram:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/donnaajones/?hl=en">@donnaajones</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Website: <a href="http://www.donnajones.org">www.donnajones.org</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&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.

That's Just What I Needed Podcast

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.

That's Just What I Needed

Why Identity Matters More Than You Think

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