Today's Scripture: Luke 7:37–39

Have you ever wanted to bring something real into the light—but felt afraid of being judged?

In today’s episode, we look at the woman in Luke 7 who walks into a room full of people who already think they know her story and brings her whole self to the feet of Jesus. This passage shows us the difference between shame that keeps us hiding and the kind of love that helps us come close. We’ll explore:

*Why shame thrives in secrecy

*Why people judge & how it affects both the person judging & others

*The corrective emotional experience of dignity, compassion, and love found in Jesus

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Episode 23: Am I Wounded or am I Sinful?

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