Interview Video
Watch the Lenee' Pezzanoย Interview
Guest Information
Lenee' Pezzano is a Christian author, speaker, and host of the Redeemed Perfectionist Podcast, where she encourages women to move beyond performance-driven faith and embrace the freedom of Godโs grace. After years of striving to earn approval through achievementโboth in her professional life and spiritual walkโLenee experienced a profound transformation that reshaped her understanding of Godโs character and her own identity.
Raised in Ohio and now based in the Columbus area, Lenee' built a successful career in human resources and organizational leadership, known for her strong work ethic and high-achieving mindset. Yet behind the drive for excellence was a deep struggle with perfectionism, self-criticism, and the belief that worth had to be earned. Through decades of spiritual growth, personal encounters with God, and a journey of healing, she discovered the life-changing truth that graceโnot performanceโis the foundation of faith.
This revelation inspired her book, You Will Make Mistakes: Discovering Godโs Grace in the Midst of Perfectionism, which helps readers understand how shame, fear, and perfectionism can distort their relationship with God. Through biblical insight, personal storytelling, and practical encouragement, Lenee guides others toward freedom from the pressure to โget everything right.โ
Today, Lenee' uses her voice to help Christian women quiet their inner critic, release shame, and rediscover the tender, compassionate heart of God. Whether through writing, podcast conversations, or teaching, she is passionate about helping others experience a deeper, more authentic relationship with Godโone rooted in grace, healing, and the courage to grow through imperfection.
Testimonial
Lenee Pezzano
โจ I recently had the honor of interviewing Lenee' Pezzano inside the You Are Worthy Network, and this conversation went straight to the heart.
๐๏ธ Lenee' is the host of The Redeemed Perfectionist Podcast and the author of You Will Make Mistakesโand her story resonates deeply with anyone who has ever felt the exhausting pressure to perform, especially within the Church.
๐ For years, Lenee' lived as a perfectionistโstriving, achieving, and quietly draining her soul while trying to earn Godโs approval. She knew the Lion side of Jesus ๐ฆโHis power, authority, and holinessโbut had not yet encountered the Lamb quality of Jesus ๐ชโHis gentleness, tenderness, and illuminating grace.
๐ฟ That encounter changed everything.
๐ Through storytelling, biblical truth, and lived experience, Lenee' now helps Christian women: ๐ญ Release shame ๐ Quiet the inner critic โค๏ธ Rest in Godโs kindness ๐ Stop striving and start abiding
๐ผ Early in her career, Lenee' worked in personnel and found significant successโyet even achievement couldnโt heal the ache created by performance-based faith. It was grace, not grit, that redeemed her story.
โจ Her book and podcast are unmistakably Godโs ideaโa calling she courageously obeyed, trusting His voice over perfection.
๐๏ธ This conversation is an invitation to lay down performance, step out of exhaustion, and encounter Jesus not only as the Lionโbut as the Light who gently leads us home.
๐ฌ If youโve ever felt like you had to earn Godโs loveโฆ this one is for you.
Question & Answer
What inspired Lenee' Pezzano to write her book You Will Make Mistakes?
Lenee' shared that the inspiration came during a time of prayer when she felt God telling her, โItโs your season. You will make mistakes.โ At first, she struggled to understand what that meant. As she reflected on the message, she realized it pointed to her lifelong struggle with perfectionism. That realization led her to write a book focused on understanding perfectionism and discovering Godโs grace in the midst of it.
How did perfectionism affect Leneeโs relationship with God and herself?
Lenee' explained that perfectionism caused her to believe her value was tied to performance. She constantly evaluated herself and felt she had to achieve certain standards to be accepted by God. This mindset led to exhaustion, shame, and frustration. Over time, she realized that Godโs love and grace were not based on performance but were freely given.
What turning point helped Lenee understand Godโs grace more deeply?
A major turning point came when Lenee' began recognizing that God was showing her kindness and gentleness even during seasons when she struggled. Instead of harsh judgment, she experienced compassion. Over time, through prayer, reflection, and confirmation from others, she realized God was revealing His tender nature and teaching her that graceโnot performanceโis the foundation of her relationship with Him.
What message does Lenee' hope listeners and readers take from her story?
Lenee hopes people understand that they do not have to earn Godโs love through perfection or performance. She encourages others to come to God honestly and authentically, even when they feel messy or imperfect. According to her, true transformation happens when people receive Godโs grace rather than striving endlessly to prove their worth.
What encouragement did Lenee share for people who feel overwhelmed by mistakes or struggles?
Lenee encouraged people to keep showing up before God even when they feel imperfect. She emphasized that God already knows their struggles and desires to heal the deeper issues behind them. Rather than running away in shame, she encourages people to run toward God, trusting that His love and grace will guide them toward healing and growth.
