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Shame whispers, “You’re not worthy.”

The Gospel declares, “You are forgiven.”

In this episode of Milk to Meat, we examine why believers who love Jesus can still struggle with deep shame. We uncover how misunderstanding forgiveness, holding onto false guilt, and confusing conviction with condemnation can keep us stuck.

Through Romans 6, we learn that our old self has been crucified with Christ. We are not paying for sins Jesus already paid for. And through Isaiah 6, we see that encountering God’s holiness may expose our brokenness — but it also leads to cleansing and restoration.

Shame is not proof of spirituality. Beating yourself up does not make you closer to God. True growth comes from repentance empowered by grace, not self-punishment fueled by pride.

God calls us to holiness — not humiliation. As we draw near to Him, He transforms us.

Freedom begins when we stop trying to earn what Jesus already secured.