From Pride to Purpose | What happens when following Jesus costs you something?

What happens when following Jesus costs you something? In this powerful episode of The Beauty in Burnt Toast, we sit down with Shawn as she shares her incredible testimony of leaving a same-sex marriage to follow Christ. She opens up about the conviction of the Holy Spirit, the moment everything changed through prayer, and how God transformed her life in ways she never imagined. Together, we discuss what the Bible says about homosexuality, the difference between temptation and surrender, and why following Jesus means laying down anything that stands between us and Him. We also address common passages of Scripture that are often misunderstood and explore how believers can speak truth with compassion while reflecting the love of Christ. Today, Shawn travels to Pride events and shares the hope of the gospel with people who are searching for truth. Her heart is not condemnation but reconciliation, pointing others to the same grace and freedom she found in Jesus. Whether you've wrestled with these questions yourself, have a loved one who identifies as LGBTQ+, or simply want to better understand what the Bible teaches, our prayer is that this conversation encourages you to seek God's Word with humility, love, and a desire to follow Christ wholeheartedly. If this episode resonated with you or you're walking through similar questions or struggles, Shawn would love to hear from you. Whether you're searching for answers, need someone to pray with you, or simply want to talk with someone who understands, you don't have to walk through it alone. You can reach Shawn at: [email protected] Connect with us for episode clips, behind the scenes moments, and encouragement throughout the week: Facebook: @thebeautyinburnttoast Instagram: @beautyinburnttoast TikTok: @thebeautyinburnttoast YouTube: The Beauty in Burnt Toast Podcast