Unfiltered and Faithful with Shirene

🎙️ Yes, Lord! Seed 8 — Even When I Have to Wait

What do you do when you’ve said “Yes, Lord” … but nothing seems to be happening?
Waiting seasons can be some of the hardest seasons to walk through. In this Seed, I open up about my own waiting season before moving, the stress and questions I faced, and how God used scripture—even numbers like 611 and 1611—to remind me of His promises and His timing.
If you’re in the in-between right now, this episode will encourage you to trust God even when you can’t see what’s next.
✨ Because obedience isn’t just about stepping out—it’s about staying faithful while you wait.
💭 Reflection Questions:    1.    What promise from God are you still waiting to see fulfilled?    2.    How do you usually respond when God makes you wait? (Faith, fear, frustration?)    3.    What scriptures, signs, or reminders has God given you to encourage you in the waiting?    4.    How can you use your waiting season to grow closer to Him instead of growing weary?
Your Testimony Matters.
Let’s build a community of surrendered hearts who are boldly saying “Yes, Lord”—together.
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🎙️ Yes, Lord! Seed 7 – Even When It Costs Me Everything

Saying “Yes, Lord” isn’t always safe, simple, or soft.Sometimes it means surrendering the very thing you prayed for.Sometimes it means trusting when the road ahead is falling apart beneath your feet.
In this raw and powerful episode, Shirene unpacks the reality of costly obedience—through the stories of the rich young ruler, Abraham and Isaac, and Paul’s shipwreck on the way to Rome. You'll hear what happens when obedience hurts, when obedience stretches, and when obedience leads straight into the fire.
This Seed also includes a deeply personal look into Shirene’s own journey—saying yes to a move from God that didn’t come with a plan, only the promise: “Trust Me.”
If you’ve ever felt like your obedience was met with hardship instead of reward—this episode is for you.
📖 Reflection Scriptures:
Luke 18:18–23 – “Sell everything… then come, follow me.”
Genesis 22:2 – “Take your son, your only son… and sacrifice him.”
Acts 27:39–44 – Shipwrecked on the way to God’s purpose
Acts 28:1–3 – Bitten by a snake near the fire
2 Corinthians 4:16–18 – “We do not lose heart…”
🙏🏽 In this episode:
What it means to lay your “Isaac” on the altar
Why saying yes to God doesn’t always lead to ease
The deeper purpose behind Paul’s shipwreck and snake bite
Shirene’s personal journey of leaving her comfort zone
Bible fun fact + salvation prayer
A strong word of weekly encouragement
4 reflection questions to process with God
💭 Have you ever said “Yes, Lord” and ended up in a storm?
Or obeyed… only to feel like everything was falling apart?
You’re not alone.
📩 Message me, tag me, or email me and share your “Yes.”What did it cost? What did God teach you?And what promise are you still clinging to?
Your Testimony Matters.
Let’s build a community of surrendered hearts who are boldly saying “Yes, Lord”—together.
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🎙️ Yes, Lord! Seed 6: When God Calls You to Do the Hard Thing

Saying “Yes, Lord” isn’t just for the easy seasons. It’s for the uncomfortable, unfamiliar, and uncertain ones too.
In this powerful kickoff to the Yes, Lord. series, Shirene unpacks the story of Abraham’s obedience, the delays caused by Lot, and the truth that sometimes God won’t reveal the next step until you let go of what He never told you to bring. This Seed also includes a raw look into Shirene’s own journey—following God into a move that doesn’t come with all the answers, only the command: “Go.”
Whether you’re facing a decision, a delay, or a divine stretching—this episode will remind you that obedience isn’t about comfort. It’s about calling.
📖 Reflection Scriptures:
Genesis 12:1 – “Go to the land I will show you.”
Hebrews 11:8 – “By faith Abraham obeyed and went, even though he did not know where he was going.”
Romans 8:28 – “In all things God works for the good of those who love Him.”
2 Corinthians 12:9 – “My grace is sufficient for you…”
🙏🏽 In this episode:
Letting go of the “Lots” in your life
God’s promises through uncomfortable obedience
Shirene’s personal testimony during a real-life move
Bible fun fact + clean Bible joke
Prayer + Salvation invite
4 reflection questions to go deeper with God
Have you ever said “Yes, Lord”... and everything got harder?
Or maybe you feel God calling you to something—but it’s stretching you in ways you didn’t expect.
I want to hear your story.
📩 Message me, tag me, or email me and share your “Yes.”What did it cost? What did it teach you? What is God still doing through it?
Your Testimony Matters
Let’s build a community of surrendered hearts who are boldly saying “Yes, Lord”—together.
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🎙️ New Faith – Seed 5: When Faith Meets Real Life: Living It Out When No One’s Watching"

Life is loud. Distractions, demands, and doubts can drown out the whisper of God’s voice. In this episode, we’re talking about what it really looks like to live out your faith when the spotlight’s off — when no one’s watching, and it’s just you and your choices.
How do you stay faithful in your everyday routine, in private moments, or when your faith is tested in subtle ways? We’ll dig into what it means to walk in the Spirit, not just on Sunday, but Monday through Saturday too.
Shirene shares personal stories, encouragement from Scripture, and a real conversation about integrity, obedience, and why living authentically matters now more than ever.
🌱 Plus: a Bible fun fact, a heartfelt prayer, and this week’s encouragement to remind you—you’re not alone in this walk.
REFLECTION QUESTIONS (for after the episode or journaling):
Where in my daily life do I find it hardest to live out real faith?
     2. How do I usually respond under pressure? and what does that reveal about what’s in my heart?
     3. What’s one situation that I can surrender to God this week and ask the Holy Spirit to help me respond differently?
🙌 YOUR TURN — SHARE YOUR “YES” STORY!
Has Jesus changed your life in a real and powerful way? I want to hear from YOU! 💬Send me your testimony — the moment you said “Yes, Lord” and how it’s transformed your walk. Whether it was messy, unexpected, or slow and steady, your real faith story matters.📩 DM me and let’s build a community of bold believers who aren’t afraid to live unfiltered and faithful.
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🎙️ New Faith – Seed 4: Grab Your Coffee & Bible—Let’s Make This Easy

Do you feel like there’s just not enough time for God?
In this episode of Unfiltered and Faithful with Shirene, we talk about the struggle so many of us face—wanting to grow in our faith, but feeling overwhelmed by life, schedules, and exhaustion.
Here’s the truth: your peace, your rest, your joy—it won’t come from a self-care checklist. It comes from being with God.
And Bible study? It doesn’t have to be complicated. It can happen in the car, at the beach, on your porch, or in between errands.
🎧 In this episode:    •    10 creative ways to study the Bible    •    Ideas for making time in your real, busy life    •    And one wild typo from Bible history (for real)
📖 Here are the 10 Bible study methods we cover:    1.    SOAP (Scripture, Observation, Application, Prayer)    2.    Topical Study    3.    Character Study    4.    Verse-by-Verse / Inductive Study    5.    Bible Journaling    6.    Soaking + Worship    7.    Bible-in-a-Year / Reading Plans    8.    Lectio Divina    9.    Group Study / Discipleship    10.   Study with Tools (Apps, Commentaries, Concordances)
💡 You’ll also get tips on where and how to study the Bible in everyday moments
If you’ve been feeling spiritually dry, disconnected, or just “too busy” to get in the Word—this seed is for you.
🧠 Think About It:    1.    What’s been holding me back from spending time in God’s Word?          (Be honest—is it time, tiredness, fear, shame, distraction?)    2.    What do I usually turn to for rest and peace—and is it actually working?    3.    Have I made Bible study more complicated than it needs to be? Why?    4.    Which Bible study method from this episode feels doable or exciting for me right now?    5.    Where in my day could I invite God in—even just for 5 minutes?(In the car, during a walk, while cooking, etc.)    6.    What would it look like to choose presence with God over perfection this week?    7.    What is God inviting me to lay down in order to draw closer to Him?
 
💌 Got a story?
I’m collecting 40 real-life salvation testimonies—how Jesus met you, what changed, and what didn’t. If you’re willing to share, DM on IG or email me unfilteredandfaithful@gmail.com with Subject Line: “My Salvation Story.” Your testimony could be the spark that helps someone else say yes to Jesus.
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🎙️ New Faith – Seed 3: When You Accept Christ—And Life Doesn’t Get Easier

You gave your life to Jesus, expecting peace, hope, and maybe a smoother path—but instead, things got harder. If you’ve been wondering why surrender didn’t equal instant breakthrough, this episode is for you.
In this raw and real conversation, we explore what happens after salvation—when the enemy pushes back, when life gets heavy, and when faith gets tested. I share my personal struggles after accepting Christ, what Scripture says about spiritual resistance, and why hardship doesn’t mean God left you—it often means He’s building something deeper within you.
📝 Reflection Questions – for your journal or prayer time
Did you expect your life to get easier after accepting Christ? Why or why not? What shaped those expectations?
What challenges have you faced in your walk with Jesus that surprised you? How did you respond—and how did God meet you in it?
What are some signs that God is growing you in the middle of your discomfort? Are there moments where you can look back and see His hand shaping your heart?
What promise from God can you cling to right now? Find a scripture that reminds you of His faithfulness, even in the struggle.
📖 Key Scriptures
John 16:33
James 1:2–4
Romans 5:3–5
2 Corinthians 12:9
Philippians 1:6
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💌 Got a story? I’m collecting 40 real-life salvation testimonies—how Jesus met you, what changed, and what didn’t. If you’re willing to share, DM on IG or email me unfilteredandfaithful@gmail.com with Subject Line: “My Salvation Story.” Your testimony could be the spark that helps someone else say yes to Jesus.
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🎙️ Holy Spirit – Seed 2: How the Holy Spirit Can Become Your Lifeline (Why You Might Not Hear Him )

🎙️ Seed 2: How the Holy Spirit Can Become Your Lifeline(Why You Might Not Hear Him)
Have you ever wondered if God is even speaking to you? Maybe you’ve prayed, waited, and hoped—only to feel silence. In this raw and real episode of Unfiltered and Faithful, Shirene opens up about the seasons of doubt, heartbreak, and survival that led her to discover the Holy Spirit not as a distant idea, but as her lifeline.
She shares her personal journey—from growing up Catholic and experiencing deep family wounds, to chasing love in the wrong places, walking through single motherhood, and eventually being filled with the Holy Spirit in the most unexpected of ways. This episode explores why we sometimes don’t hear God, what blocks us from recognizing His voice, and how simple surrender changed everything.
🌟 Whether you’re new to faith, weary in waiting, or wondering if the Holy Spirit is really for you—this seed is for the hungry heart.
🕊️ Main Truth:The Holy Spirit is for everyone—not the perfect, but the willing.
💬 Topics in this episode include:
Why you might not be hearing God’s voice (and how to tune in)
Real-life ways the Holy Spirit speaks in everyday moments
How to draw near and invite the Holy Spirit in
Encouragement and a salvation prayer just for you
✨ “You’re not broken or disqualified—you’re learning how to listen.”He’s speaking. He’s near. And this might be the moment everything changes for you too.
👉🏽 Reflection questions are in the episode description.📬 Want to share your story or suggest a topic? Message me on Instagram @unfilteredandfaithful🙏🏼 If this episode blessed you, share it with someone God puts on your heart—and if you feel led, pour into this podcast so we can keep sowing Seeds together.
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💭 Reflection Questions
Have I believed the lie that the Holy Spirit is only for “spiritual” people or those who have it all together?What truth from this episode challenged that belief?
What “noise” in my life might be keeping me from hearing God clearly?(Distractions, doubts, busyness, fear—what needs to be turned down?)
Can I think of a time when God might have been speaking to me—but I missed it or didn’t recognize it?What would I do differently now?
Have I been trying to manufacture a spiritual moment instead of making space for God's presence?What would it look like to simply be still and invite the Holy Spirit in?
Is there something God already asked me to do that I’ve been hesitant to obey?What’s one step of obedience I can take today?
Do I truly believe the Holy Spirit wants to speak to me—personally, right where I am?Why or why not?
What is one way I can practice listening for the Holy Spirit this week?(Scripture, silence, journaling, worship, godly counsel?)

🎙️ Holy Spirit – Seed 1: Who Is the Holy Spirit? (What Does He Do?)

In this first Seed of our Holy Spirit series, we’re diving into who the Holy Spirit really is—and what He actually does in our everyday lives. From giving us boldness when we’re scared, to helping us stay calm when emotions run high, to praying for us when we don’t have the words—He’s real, present, and powerful.
You’ll hear honest, personal stories from my own life—moments of conviction, comfort, obedience, and even awkward faith. We’ll also close with a fun Bible fact, reflection questions, and a special prayer for anyone who wants to receive Jesus or come back for a refill of the Holy Spirit.
 
👉🏽 Reflection questions are in the episode description.📬 Want to share your story or suggest a topic? Message me on Instagram @unfilteredandfaithful🙏🏼 If this episode blessed you, share it with someone God puts on your heart—and if you feel led, pour into this podcast so we can keep sowing Seeds together.
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Salvation Prayer:
NEW
“Heavenly Father, I believe you died for my sins and rose from the dead (1 Corinthians 15: 3-4) I turn away from my old life and ask you to cleanse me and make me new (Acts 3:19; 1 John 1:9) come into my heart be my Lord and Savior Romans 10 nine. I surrender my life to you and asked that you fill me with your Holy Spirit and help me to live for you In Jesus’ name, amen.”
REFILL
“Heavenly Father, I come back to you with a humbled heart. Your word says return to me and I will return to you in (Malachi 3:7) thank you for never leaving me or forsaking me (Hebrews 13:5) I ask for a fresh outpouring of your Holy Spirit, please breathe new life in me (John 20:22; 2 Timothy 1:6) fill every empty place within me with your Spirit. Please restore my soul (Psalm 23:3) Wash away the guilt, shame and distance.  Create me a pure heart making me bold, clean and steadfast (Psalms 51:10) I give you my heart again have your way in me (Isaiah 6:8) in Jesus’ name, amen.”
 🙏 Reflection Questions from Seed #1
When has the Holy Spirit helped you stay calm or respond with grace during a tough or emotional moment?
Is God asking you to take a step of faith you’ve been hesitant to take? What’s holding you back?
Have you ever obeyed a prompting from the Holy Spirit even though you felt awkward or unsure? What happened?
How has the Holy Spirit prayed for you when you didn’t have the words?
Can you recall a time the Holy Spirit used someone unexpected to bless or change your life?