Kingdom Educators with Jesica Glover

134. God Wastes Nothing- The Power of Your Unique Design

What if the very things you thought were random, difficult, or “just part of your past” are actually part of the beautiful way God designed your story? In this heartfelt and joy-filled conversation, Jesica sits down with Marianne Demico from Christian Educators [https://christianeducators.org?utm_source=chatgpt.com] to talk about how God wastes nothing—not your experiences, your risks, your stretching seasons, or even the gifts you may have forgotten you carry. Through powerful stories from an AWAKE event in New York City, Marianne shares how God used pieces of her life from decades earlier to deeply impact teachers in ways she never could have orchestrated herself. Together, Jesica and Marianne unpack what it means to live as a Kingdom educator on mission with Jesus, trust the long story God is writing, and stop segmenting our lives into disconnected chapters. This episode will encourage you to embrace your unique design, trust that God is weaving every season together with purpose, and remember that even the smallest act of obedience can create ripple effects far beyond what you can see. If you’ve been feeling weary, unseen, uncertain, or questioning whether your story matters—this conversation is for you. God knows your name, He sees every detail, and He is still writing something beautiful through your “yes.” Resources & Next Steps ✨ Learn more about AWAKE events [http://christianeducators.org/awake] through Christian Educators ✨ Free Daily Declarations for Kingdom Educators [http://kingdomeducators.com/declarations] ✨ More Encouragement & Resources [https://kingdomeducators.com] ✨ Interested in Coaching Support for the “Sticky Spots”? 📩 Email: jesica@kingdomeducators.com Take the Next Step * Rate & review the podcast * Share this episode with a fellow educator * 💛 Ask the Lord this week: “What part of my story are You redeeming right now?”

133. God Is Writing Your Story - Finding Purpose in the Middle of It All

Coming out of last week’s conversation with Dr. Diamond Howell about trusting God in the unknown, this episode becomes a more personal and reflective conversation around the reality that God is still writing our stories—even in the seasons that feel messy, stretching, or unfinished. In this special episode, Jesica’s husband, Jake Glover, joins the podcast to help unpack some of the deeper parts of Jesica’s journey through education, ministry, transition, identity, and trusting God in the middle of the process. Together, they reflect on how God uses even the unexpected parts of our lives to shape us, prepare us, and draw us closer to Him. If you’ve ever questioned your impact, wrestled with disappointment, or wondered if God is still working in your story, this conversation is for you. Through honest reflection, Scripture, and real-life moments, you’ll be reminded that God wastes nothing—and that even the seasons that don’t make sense can become part of something beautiful in His hands. You’ll walk away encouraged to slow down, process your story with Jesus, and trust that He is still at work—even in the chapters that feel unresolved. Resources & Next Steps Resources & Links * * Daily Declarations for Kingdom Educators: kingdomeducators.com/declarations [http://kingdomeducators.com/declarations] * Register for the End-of-Year Reset Experience: kingdomeducators.com/workshop [http://kingdomeducators.com/]     Take the Next Step * Rate & review the podcast * Share this episode with a fellow educator * Join the FREE Gathering Place for Christian Educators community * Take intentional time with the Lord this week and ask: * “God, where have You been in my story?” * “What are You forming in me right now?”

132. Trusting God in Uncertain Seasons as a Christian Teacher | Surrender, Transition & Faith

What if the seasons that feel uncertain, uncomfortable, or even unwanted are actually the places where God is doing His deepest work? In this powerful and personal conversation, Jesica sits down with Dr. Diamond Howell to explore what it looks like to trust God in the middle of transitions. Together, they unpack surrender, identity, and how to walk open-handed with Jesus—even when you don’t have all the answers. Dr. Diamond shares her journey from paraprofessional to educator, leader, and now a wellness advocate supporting school staff through social-emotional health. Through her story, you’ll be reminded that nothing is wasted and that God is faithfully weaving every part of your story for His glory. If you’ve been feeling stretched, uncertain, or weary this season, this episode will encourage you to pause, breathe, and trust that God is still writing something beautiful.   Key Encouragement: You are not behind. You are not off track. God is using every part of your story. Even in the unknown, you can trust: nothing is wasted. Resources & Links * Daily Declarations for Kingdom Educators: kingdomeducators.com/declarations [http://kingdomeducators.com/declarations] * Register for the End-of-Year Reset Experience: kingdomeducators.com/workshop [http://kingdomeducators.com/] * Check out Dr. Diamond Howell's book here: The Christian's Guide to Education: How to Be a G.R.E.A.T. Educator [https://www.commissionedforgreatness.com/] Let’s Connect If this episode encouraged you, share it with another teacher who needs hope in this season. And don’t forget to leave a review—it helps more Kingdom educators find encouragement and truth-filled support.

131.Trusting God in the Stretch: A Christian Teacher’s Reminder That Nothing Is Wasted

Coming out of last week’s powerful conversation, this episode slows things down and invites you into an honest moment of reflection. As Teacher Appreciation Week approaches, Jesica speaks directly to the tension many educators feel—being both deeply called and deeply tired. If you’ve found yourself wondering, “Did this year even make a difference?”—this conversation is for you. Through Scripture, personal reflection, and the story of Nehemiah, you’ll be encouraged to trust God in seasons of stretching, exhaustion, and uncertainty. This episode will help you lift your eyes back to your true source, remember your identity and position in Christ, and move forward with what God has already placed in your hands—even while you’re building and battling at the same time. You’ll walk away reminded that God’s hand is on you, that He is actively working within the very system you’re in, and that your obedience is producing fruit—even if you can’t fully see it yet. You don’t need more to move forward. You need to trust Him with what’s already in your hands.   Resources & Next Steps Free Teacher Appreciation Workshop (Limited Time) [http://kingdomeducators.com/workshop] A guided space to pause, process this school year with the Lord, and reconnect with your calling.  Free Daily Declarations for Kingdom Educators [http://kingdomeducators.com/] Take the Next Step * Rate & review the podcast * Share this episode with a fellow educator * Take intentional time with the Lord this week

130. Called for This Moment: A Christian Educator's Story of Courage, Crisis, and Kingdom Impact

This episode is different—it carries weight, conviction, and an invitation into deeper surrender. Jesica sits down with Terry Orange, a JROTC instructor and former Army aviation officer, whose story reveals what it truly means to stand for righteousness in today’s educational climate. Terry shares his journey of boldly living out his faith in a public school setting—even when it led to opposition, false accusations, and a nine-month investigation that could have cost him everything. And yet… God. Through every moment of pressure, God was writing a story of protection, refinement, and Kingdom impact. As Terry remained faithful, the fruit became undeniable. Students are encountering Jesus, lives are being transformed, and even years later, students are still reaching out for mentorship, truth, and guidance. His story brings into focus what it looks like to stand for truth in a culture that resists it, to navigate spiritual warfare in the classroom, and to choose to fear God over man. It’s a powerful reminder that consistent, obedient presence—anchored in Christ—can produce lasting Kingdom impact far beyond what we can see in the moment. This conversation doesn’t shy away from the reality that following Jesus is not always comfortable. There are moments when obedience feels costly, when standing for truth feels isolating, and when doing what’s right puts you at risk. But Terry’s journey points us back to this unshakable truth: God is faithful in every part of the process. Even when others intend harm, God is still working for good (Romans 8:28). As believers, we are called to stand firm (Acts 5:29), trusting that there is blessing even in persecution (Matthew 5:11). If you’re walking through a hard season, let this encourage you: you are not in your school by accident. You are a Kingdom Educator on assignment. And while obedience may require courage, surrender, and even sacrifice, your faithfulness is producing fruit that reaches far beyond what you can see. If this episode stirred something in you, take a next step: * Grab your FREE Daily Declarations [https://kingdomeducators.com]  * Read Terry Orange's Teacher's of Vision Magazine article HERE [https://teachersofvision.org/article/hear-i-am-lord-send-me/]  * Or reach out directly jesica@kingdomeducators.com [http://admin5.podbean.com] to learn more about coaching support for those “sticky spots” you may be navigating. * And if this conversation encouraged you, please rate, review, and share this episode with a fellow educator who needs courage in their calling.