In Part 2 of this powerful conversation, Irene Lopez shares how God moves through ordinary educators who are willing to say yes.

With over 40 years in public education, Irene unpacks how she overcame the lie that God isn’t present in public schools—and instead discovered that He is actively working through teachers every day.

Through a remarkable story of school transformation that began with just five parents, this episode will encourage you to trust God’s placement, walk in courage, and recognize the influence you carry.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

Scriptures: Isaiah 6:8, John 10:10, John 20:21, Matthew 11:28–30, 1 Thessalonians 5:17, 1 Peter 5:7

Resource: Miracles in the Hallway by Irene Lopez (link in show notes)

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What does it look like when God moves in your school?

In this powerful episode of the Kingdom Educators Podcast, Jesica Glover sits down with veteran educator and leader Irene Lopez to share real-life testimonies of God working in public schools through everyday obedience.

With over 40 years in education—as a teacher, principal, and district leader—Irene has seen firsthand how the Holy Spirit moves in classrooms, hallways, and leadership spaces when educators say yes to His prompting.

If you’re a Christian teacher, school leader, or educator who desires to live out your faith in the classroom, this episode will stir your faith and remind you that your school is not just a workplace—it’s a mission field.

You don’t have to do something big to be used by God in your school.

God moves through small yeses, gentle nudges, and everyday faithfulness.

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Feeling weary, stretched, or unsure of what God is doing in your life this season?

In this first episode of a brand new season, Jesica Glover shares a heartfelt encouragement for Christian teachers navigating burnout, transition, and the tension of trusting God in the middle of real life.

After a few months away, this episode is a gentle invitation to slow down, reconnect with God, and remember this truth: He is not wasting your story.

Whether you’re teaching in a public or private school, this conversation will help you return to your first love, receive fresh strength, and anchor your identity in Christ—right in the middle of your everyday classroom.

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Because no teacher should feel alone in this calling.

This season on the Kingdom Educators Podcast, we’re exploring the powerful truth that God is writing a story through every chapter of our lives.

The good.

Through personal stories and conversations with courageous educators, we’ll discover how God prepares us, places us, and uses us as the light of His presence in the world of education.

If you’ve ever wondered:

Can God use my past?

This season will remind you that you are called according to His purpose, and that God wastes nothing in the life of a surrendered educator.

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Season Wrap-Up | Kingdom Educators on Mission with Jesus

In today’s episode, we wrap up our entire Kingdom Educators prayer season — a journey of learning to pray from identity, from authority, and from the presence of God in the everyday classroom.

This episode is a deep breath…

Prayer is the atmosphere we live in.

As we close this season, I share what God has been stirring, speak directly to weary teachers, and invite you into what’s coming next for Kingdom Educators on mission with Jesus.

✨ A recap of the major themes God highlighted throughout this prayer season

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💛 You’re not alone — and prayer is your lifeline.

This week, Jesica sits down with Dr. Diamond Howell — educator, author, and founder of Commissioned for Greatness — for a deeply encouraging conversation about what it means to teach from identity, pray from truth, and stay grounded in Christ even when the school year feels heavy.

Dr. Diamond shares her powerful G.R.E.A.T. framework from her new book The Christian’s Guide to Education, a practical and faith-filled model that helps Christian educators walk in spiritual confidence and emotional resilience:

G — Glow: Living as a light in every classroom and interaction

In this interview you’ll hear:

✨ How to pray with Scripture instead of only about Scripture

Jesica and Dr. Diamond Howell also talk about how Christian educators can stay anchored when school culture, colleagues, or circumstances feel overwhelming. You’ll be reminded that you were not called to survive education — you were called to be light, to abide, and to walk triumphantly with Jesus.

If you need fresh encouragement, renewed confidence, and a reminder that you are not alone in your calling… this episode will minister to your heart.

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In this powerful conversation, Jesica sits down with veteran teacher Bekah Hutchinson to talk about what it really looks like to process emotions, identity, and classroom challenges with God. Bekah shares how a difficult school year led her to discover that teaching is not her identity—and how truth-telling prayer brought freedom, peace, and breakthrough for both her and her students.

You’ll hear:

Why negative emotions can be invitations to freedom

A simple prayer practice for uncovering lies + hearing truth

What happens when you ask God: “What is this touching?”

Stories of second-graders learning to hear God’s voice

How to shift from “not enough” to “God is enough”

This episode is for any Christian educator who longs to experience deeper peace, emotional freedom, and identity rooted in Jesus—right in the middle of the school day.

you’re called to love? 💭

In this week’s episode, Jesica sits down with Mike Hicks, retired high school teacher, author of Roots of Apathy, and Director of Lift America for Christian Educators, where he shares his powerful approach to Listening Prayer—a way of hearing God’s heart for students, colleagues, and classrooms that’s rooted in abiding, authenticity, and obedience. Mike reminds us that prayer isn’t about formulas or algorithms—it’s about relationship. He teaches us how to abide in Jesus (John 15:7), ask honest questions, and listen for Spirit-taught words that reveal the Father’s heart.

You’ll hear:

✨ God still speaks—and when we pause to listen, He gives us words that release blessing, healing, and breakthrough.

Scriptures Mentioned:

John 10:27 – “My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me.”

John 15:7 – “If you abide in me, and my words abide in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you.”

Matthew 7:7–8 – “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you.”

2 Timothy 1:7 – “For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.”

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What if prayer wasn’t just talking to God—but listening with Him for the people and spaces you’re called to love? 💭

In this week’s episode, Jesica sits down with Mike Hicks, retired high school teacher, author of Roots of Apathy, and Director of Lift America for Christian Educators, where he shares his powerful approach to Listening Prayer—a way of hearing God’s heart for students, colleagues, and classrooms that’s rooted in abiding, authenticity, and obedience. Mike reminds us that prayer isn’t about formulas or algorithms—it’s about relationship. He teaches us how to abide in Jesus (John 15:7), ask honest questions, and listen for Spirit-taught words that reveal the Father’s heart.

You’ll hear:

✨ God still speaks—and when we pause to listen, He gives us words that release blessing, healing, and breakthrough.

Scriptures Mentioned:

John 10:27 – “My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me.”

John 15:7 – “If you abide in me, and my words abide in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you.”

Matthew 7:7–8 – “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you.”

2 Timothy 1:7 – “For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.”

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📎 Resources:

Daily Declarations for Teachers 

Connect with Lift America

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Book: Roots of Apathy by Mike Hicks

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What happens when teachers and parents pray with authority over their schools? Atmospheres shift. Hearts soften. Miracles happen.

In this episode, Jesica Glover welcomes Sally Burke, President of Moms in Prayer International, for a powerful conversation about partnering with Jesus through prayer. Sally shares how a simple prayer—“Lord, teach me to pray”—sparked a global movement now covering schools in 150+ nations.

Together, we’ll unpack Ephesians 6:10–18 and discover what it looks like to wear our spiritual armor as teachers on mission. You’ll walk away with stories of transformation, encouragement to stand firm in your calling, and three practical ways to pray with confidence and authority right where you teach.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

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What does it look like to pray with Jesus instead of for Him to move? In this episode, we continue our prayer focus with a deeper look at spiritual authority—what it means to partner with Christ’s victory, stay seated in heavenly places, and carry His transforming presence right into your classroom.

You’ll hear:

Together, let’s remember: you are not striving to bring Jesus into your school—He’s already there, living and moving through you.

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