This episode is a re-release for the week of Thanksgiving!

In this episode, Chris delves into the essence of John 15, where Jesus emphasizes our dependency on Him for lasting fruit. We explore the dichotomy of walking behind and ahead of the Spirit, addressing the challenges of building our faith muscle or slowing down to linger in His presence. This episode is all about emphasizing the links between being in step with the Spirit of the Living God, avoiding hurry sickness, prioritizing what God desires, and finding joy along the way!

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- Church hurt usually comes from people, not the church.

- Respond with humility and patience.

- Follow David’s example—wait for God’s timing.

- Leave well, avoid bitterness, choose grace.

- Trust the Holy Spirit when leadership isn’t clear.

- Distinguish people hurt from church hurt and let go of resentment.

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- Elise was pregnant at 16 and shunned by her church.

- Hurt came from people, not Jesus—context matters.

- Women in ministry need support and reassurance.

- Stay obedient to Christ’s call despite criticism.

- Holy Spirit brings healing, forgiveness, and freedom.

- Encourage everyone to use their gifts without judgment.

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-Honor in Transition

-Trust God’s Calling

-Decision-Making Principles

-Coaching Before Letting Go

-Authenticity and Perspective

-Balance Grace and Stewardship

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-The Unique Role of Women in Ministry

-Leaning into God’s Calling

-Championing Without Competition

-Coaching Through Transition

-Faithfulness Over Force

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-Asking the Holy Spirit for tone and timing

-Scriptural Foundation

-Practical Wisdom

-Faithful Friendship

-Heart Posture

-Leadership & Feedback

-Spiritual Anchoring

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- Mike and Nicole share their Spirit-led leadership journey.

- Nicole embraces her pastoral calling as a woman.

- Growth comes through sacrifice and trust in God.

- "Terminal niceness" blocks honest truth in love.

- Jesus models correction with compassion.

- Trust invites feedback that leads to growth.

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- Gender bias still affects women in church leadership despite assumptions otherwise.

- The myth that men and women can't partner in ministry stems from fear, not truth.

- Healthy partnerships require honest communication, boundaries, and emotional maturity.

- Power imbalances in ministry must be acknowledged and addressed.

- Real-life stories show that trust and effectiveness are possible with intentional effort.

- True partnership reflects God’s design and strengthens the Church’s witness.

Show notes & Resources

“I’m an Imposter” – Danielle shares candidly about imposter syndrome, being overlooked, and the challenges of standing out as a woman in leadership.

Truth: You are called and gifted by God.

“We don’t have a problem with women in ministry, just women in senior leadership” – Jessica addresses the subtle ways churches can undermine women’s leadership by limiting their roles.

Truth: Be where God has called you—regardless of the title. 

“Women are better at leading than men” – Dina breaks down the dangers of reversing the gender bias and explains how leadership is a gift, not a gender.

Truth: Leadership is not defined by gender, but by gifting and calling. 

“Men and women shouldn’t work closely together” – Elise opens up about how this myth has affected collaboration in ministry and the Biblical precedent for co-laboring. 

Truth: Men and women are called to work together to fulfill the mission. 

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Episode Overview

-John’s personal & ministry background 

-How Converge Coaching came to be 

-The distinct roles of counseling vs. coaching 

-How to discern which one you need in a given season 

-What happens when we choose coaching but really need counseling (and vice versa) 

-What to do when a coaching or counseling relationship isn’t a good fit 

-The importance of preventative maintenance for long-term ministry health 

-How coaching & counseling can help leaders thrive, not just survive 

Converge Coaching

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