In this episode of the (in)courage podcast, Becky Keife interviews author Cleere Cherry Reaves about her book Unfiltered: Living Raw, Real, and Redeemed by Jesus. They discuss the importance of bringing our unfiltered selves to God, the dangers of perfectionism, and the need to redefine our identity based on who God says we are. They also explore the concept of excellence versus perfectionism and the role of emotions in our relationship with God. The conversation emphasizes the importance of focusing on God and others rather than ourselves, and the freedom that comes from surrendering our need for perfection and embracing our true identity in Christ. In this conversation, Cleere discusses her new devotional guide, Unfiltered, which encourages readers to come to God with their raw and unfiltered emotions. She emphasizes the importance of understanding our identity in Christ and aligning ourselves with God's kingdom order. Cleere also highlights the power of Scripture in guiding us through struggles and invites readers to engage with the devotional guide through reflection, questions, and prayer. The guide aims to help readers label their emotions, pursue joy in difficult circumstances, and cultivate authentic relationships. Overall, it encourages readers to embrace their unfiltered selves and find freedom in God's love.

Takeaways

• Bringing our unfiltered selves to God is essential for receiving His love and grace.
• Perfectionism is self-focused, while excellence is God-focused.
• Our identity is rooted in who God says we are, and understanding this is crucial for a correct view of ourselves.
• Emotions are a natural part of being human, and it's important to bring them to God and seek His guidance.
• Focusing on God and others rather than ourselves leads to freedom and a thriving relationship with Him. Come to God with your raw and unfiltered emotions, knowing that He welcomes and loves you.
• Embrace your unfiltered self and find freedom in God's love.

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