# Ep 335: The Mirror We Choose: Truth, Flattery, and the Word of God

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Podcast: [Her Faith Inspires Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/her-faith-inspires-podcast-846363)
Published: 2026-04-04T18:39:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode, Shanda shares a personal (and relatable!) story from a fitting room that sparked a deeper spiritual question: Do we really want to see ourselves as we are, or as we wish we were? Just like mirrors with different lighting can change how we look, we often try to "adjust the lighting" in our spiritual lives—surrounding ourselves with messages, influences, and even interpretations of Scripture that make us feel better rather than show us the truth. But God's Word doesn't flatter. It reveals. Drawing from the book of James, we explore how Scripture acts as a mirror, exposing what's really in our hearts. And while that reflection can be uncomfortable, it's also the very thing God uses to transform us into the image of Christ. In this episode, we'll talk about: What the mirror of God's Word actually reveals about us How others can faithfully hold up that mirror in our lives Why criticism, honesty, and godly advice, though painful, are necessary for growth So the question is: Will you choose the mirror that flatters you…or the one that transforms you? Find Shanda www.shandafulbright.com Instagram & Facebook: @shandafulbright Email: hello@shandafulbright.com Free Resources: https://shandafulbright.com/links YouTube: http://bit.ly/ShandaYT2021 Store: www.Shandafulbright.com/shop

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