Why You’re Burned Out Even When You’re Obedient: God Won’t Let You "Win" in Survival Mode

07/08/2025 48 min

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Episode Synopsis

You’re doing what you’re “supposed” to do—praying, showing up, serving, working hard—but the results still don’t match the effort. The exhaustion is growing, the resentment is creeping in, and deep down, you’re starting to wonder: Did I miss God?In this episode, Dr. Sharla breaks down how survival mode and functional disobedience disguise themselves as faithfulness—and why God uses fruitlessness as a form of mercy, not punishment.You’ll learn:Why your lack of fruit might be a divine signal, not failureHow to spot when you're building what you can manage vs. what God assignedWhat Scripture teaches about sustainability, obedience, and divine delayFour pillars of sustainable living that realign your peace, pace, and prioritiesWhy spiritual burnout is often a misalignment issue, not a motivation oneIf you’re tired of wondering why obedience still feels overwhelming, this is your confirmation: God is inviting you to recalibrate, not perform.ResourcesTake the FREE Spiritual Wellness Check-InJoin the The Society: Our Discipleship CommunitySubscribe to the YouTube ChannelGet The NLT Study BibleSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/prescription-for-purpose/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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