68. Silencing Women, Wounding the Church: Spiritual Authority Reclaimed

68. Silencing Women, Wounding the Church: Spiritual Authority Reclaimed

In this episode, Jeannette responds to the recent Southern Baptist Convention vote to further restrict women from pastoral roles and preaching in gathered congregations — and asks a deeper question: Where does spiritual authority actually come from? Is authority something granted by a title, office, denomination, or male-only leadership structure? Or is spiritual authority rooted in Christ, empowered by the Holy Spirit, and expressed through humble service, gifting, wisdom, and fruit? Jeannette walks through the New Testament witness of women like Phoebe, Priscilla, Lydia, and Nympha.  Women who taught, led, hosted churches, planted communities, and helped build up the body of Christ. If you have ever been told your gifts are welcome only behind the scenes, or that your call to preach, teach, pastor, or lead is “grasping for power,” this episode is for you.   Learn More [https://www.jeannettecochran.com/] Connect with Jeannette on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/jeannette.cochran/] Connect with Jeannette on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeannettecochran/]

67. Did God Really Put Men in Charge?

What if the Bible never actually said what you were taught about women? Many Christian women have been told that Genesis establishes male authority, that Adam was created first, Eve was made to support him, and God’s design is for women to live under male leadership. But what if those ideas were not drawn out of the text… but read into it? In this episode, Jeannette goes back to the beginning, Genesis 1–3 to examine what Scripture actually says about women, men, authority, calling, and God’s original design. With warmth, clarity, and theological insight, she unpacks three common distortions often used to limit women’s leadership and shows why they do not hold up when we read the text carefully. You’ll learn why creation order does not establish male authority, what the Hebrew phrase ezer kenegdo really means, and why “he will rule over you” is a description of sin’s damage, not God’s design. If you’ve ever struggled to trust your calling, felt pressure to shrink your dreams, or wondered whether your leadership is fully affirmed by God, this conversation will help you return to the beginning and see yourself through the truth of Scripture: not secondary, not subordinate, but essential to God’s good creation. Learn m [https://www.jeannettecochran.com/]ore about Jeannette   [http://www.Jeannettecochran.com] Connect with Jeannette on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/jcochrancoach/] Connect with Jeannette on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/jeannette.cochran/]

66. Can You Trust Your Heart? Biblical Discernment for Christian Women Leaders

Can you really trust your heart or is it “deceitful above all things” like you may have been taught? In this episode, Jeannette explores what the Bible actually says about the heart, discernment, and the role of the Holy Spirit in guiding your decisions. If you’re a Christian woman leader who has ever struggled to trust your intuition, second-guessed your calling, or felt pressure to defer to external authority, this conversation will feel both grounding and freeing. Jeannette unpacks the context of Jeremiah 17:9 and examines how that verse has often been misapplied to silence women’s inner knowing and looks at what Scripture really teaches about Spirit-led wisdom. You’ll learn: * What biblical discernment actually means * Why many women in church leadership have been conditioned to distrust themselves * How patriarchal theology can shape decision-making patterns * What Jesus says about the Holy Spirit guiding you into all truth * How to rebuild trust in your inner discernment without abandoning wise counsel Leadership starts with leading yourself. And self-leadership requires learning how to quiet the noise, invite God into your inner world, and listen for His voice within. If you’re navigating a hard decision, questioning your direction, or longing for clarity about your calling, this episode will help you cultivate Spirit-led discernment with confidence and peace.   Find your primary energy drain. Take the Quiz Here. [https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/698a006e2ee81666770e0743] Free Resources and More [https://www.jeannettecochran.com/]

65. Stop Guessing: The Feedback Skill That Makes You a Better Leader Fast

If you’ve ever wondered what your team is really thinking or felt hesitant to ask because you don’t want to hear criticism, this episode is for you. Jeannette talks about why feedback matters, what’s at stake when leaders aren’t getting honest input, and why critical feedback can trigger shame or defensiveness (even for seasoned leaders).  If you’ve ever swung between shame (“Maybe I’m not cut out for this”) and blame (“They don’t understand what I’m carrying”), this episode will help you step off that exhausting pendulum. You’ll learn why feedback is a leadership growth accelerator, why getting honest feedback often decreases as your authority increases, and how to create a culture where truth-telling is safe and growth is normal. You’ll walk away with: * A simple, step-by-step practice to process feedback without spiraling * A powerful question to ask your team this week to surface real, actionable insight * A fresh invitation to lead with humility, courage, and clarity, without guessing   Learn more about Leadership 360 Feedback  [https://www.jeannettecochran.com/leadership360] Learn more about Jeannette [https://www.jeannettecochran.com/] Connect with Jeannette on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/jeannette.cochran/] Connect with Jeannette on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeannettecochran/]

64. Surrendered Leadership in a Broken World, with Special Guest Hannah Munn

January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month and this episode is both eye-opening and hope-giving. In this conversation, Jeannette sits down with Hannah Munn of Love Justice International, a ministry doing something both bold and brilliantly strategic: preventing human trafficking before it happens. While most of us picture rescue after the fact, Love Justice trains local teams to watch transit corridors (bus stations, border crossings, airports) and step in when something doesn’t look right. Hannah shares what an “intercept” actually looks like (including a moment with a young girl standing alone with no phone, no money, and no way home), why prevention is the “rescue that never has to happen,” and the astonishing impact of their work; over 100,000 people protected from exploitation. But this episode isn’t only about the mission. It’s also about surrendered, Christ-centered leadership, the kind that says yes not just to a calling, but to everyday faithfulness. Hannah opens up about the spiritual practices that keep her steady in heavy work, and how you can partner in this life-saving work. Press play if you need a fresh vision of justice, courage, and what’s possible when women lead with obedience and love.   Learn More About Love Justice International [https://www.lovejustice.ngo/] Learn more about Jeannette   [https://www.jeannettecochran.com/] Connect with Jeannette on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/jcochrancoach/] Connect with Jeannette on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/jeannette.cochran/]